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Summary of Contents for DU5500XR Series

Page 1: ...UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER Model DUSOOXR Series iers Freezers Refrlgeralor Freezers Ice Makers Dishwashers BulkIn Ovens and Surface Un ls Ranges MIcrowave Ovens Trash Compactors Room Air Condltloners Oehut ...

Page 2: ... Before Calling for Assistance 14 BEFORE STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER 8 2 If You Need Assistance 14 STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER 8 3 If You Need Service 14 Changing a Setting 8 4 IfYouHaveaProblem 14 01986 Whirlpool Corporation Tmk u use your dishwasher It Is your personal responslblllty and obllgatlon to be sure your dlshwasher l Is installed by a qualified installer l Has been installed where it is prot...

Page 3: ... also grinds up and removes food particlesDurIng arlndina some sounds will be heard rT Copy your Model and Serial Numbs ers here When you need service or call with a question have this information ready 1 Complete Model and Serial Numbers from the Model Number I plate located as shown 2 Purchase date from sales slip Serial Number Copy this information in these spaces Keep this book your warranty a...

Page 4: ...sspot free Make certain loads are washed in hot water at least 140 F 60 C Two ways to have a reliable hot water supply I Maintain 140 F water supply at central water heater To check water temperature turn on hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher Let water run until it is as hot as possible then check with a candy or meat thermometer If Quiet operating tips To avoid thumping and clattering noises...

Page 5: ...breakage l Be sure lightweight items are held firmly In place l China crystal and other delicate items must not touch another item during dish washer operation Damage may occur MIXED LOAD ADJUSTABLE TOP RACK The top rack does not have to be level R LOWER l Load plastic items only in the top rack Only plastic items marked dishwasher safe are recommended l Plastic items can be melted in the bottom r...

Page 6: ...rks and spoons so they don t nest together Spray can t reach nested YES Mix items in each section of the bas ket Small items baby bottle caps jar lids etc can be put in any section Make sure sharp items knives forks skewers etc are put in point down The silverware basket can be loaded while it s in place on the door or it can be taken out for loading on the counter or table It can also be removed ...

Page 7: ...red section only for cycles with one wash l Push the cover down until it is latched The cover opens auto matically when the main wash starts Detergent in the open section falls into the dishwasher when the door is closed Use covered section for Use both NORMAL WASH Cycle sections for LOW ENERGY POTS PANS Cvcle The amount of detergent to use depends on the hardness of your water If too little is us...

Page 8: ...n for option desired 3 Turn Cycle Control Knob clockwise to dot marked HEAVYWASH HEAVYWASHand POTS PANSCycles share the same spot on the dial The Clean Selector Button determines which cycle operates The dishwasher will automatically start that cycle LOW ENERGY WASH cycle 2 Push butfor for option desired 1 Push NORMAL WASH Clean Selector 3 Turn Cycle Control Knob clockwise to dot marked LOWENERGY ...

Page 9: ...ashed one or more days later Cycle time is about 10 minutes Use AIR DRY only Do not use HI TEMP WASHING Option HI TEMP WASHING Option When this option is selected water for the main wash and the final rinse is heated to145 F parts of the cycle will be longer if the water is 63 C Washing and rinsing action in those heated HI TEMP washing is automatic in POTS 81 PANS The AIR DRY Option Air in the di...

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Page 11: ...ss flatware if allowed to remain on the utensils A film may form on sterling silver and silver plate items washed in 0 dishwasher This film is caused by reaction of silver with chlorine in the detergent Gold flatware is not dishwasher safe TIPS Rinse flatware as soon as possible especially if it is not to be washed right away Dishwasher detergent may remove antique finishes Wash by hand Tarnish an...

Page 12: ...Be sure a utensil has not prevented their turning Items Old detergent Use only fresh dishwasher detergent Store tightly closed container in cool dry place Discard old detergent Do not fill dispensers until ready to start dishwasher Not enough Use more dishwasher detergent Use detergent with high detergent or est available phosphorus content especially with hard improper detergent water Water is no...

Page 13: ...erlor ot dlshwasher yellow or brown Iron or manganese in Temporary remedy water I Set empty dishwasher for a one wash cycle 2 Start dishwasher and unlatch door to stop it when it has filled for the wash part of the cycle 3 Add to cup 120 to 240 ml of citric acid crystals usually available in drugstores 4 Close and latch door to complete cycle Permanent solution Install an iron or manganese filter ...

Page 14: ...800 253 1121 and talk with one of our trained Consultants The Consultant can instruct you in how to obtain sat isfactory operation from your appliance or if service is necessary recommend a qualified service company in your area Whirlpool has a nationwide net work of franchised TECH CARE Serv ice Companies TECH CARE service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty FRANCHISED SERVICE...

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Page 16: ...easier Part No 304277 Rev A 01986 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U S A L Makers DIshwashers BillIt In Ovens and Surlace Units Ranges MIcrowave Ovens Trash Compactors Room Air Condltloners Dehumldlflers Automatic Washers Clothes ...

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