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Summary of Contents for DU81OOXX

Page 1: ...Tbl 01 2 Home Appliances Use Care Guide Model and serial number Bottom rack Heating element I Lower spray arm Access panel Door color panel UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER ModelDU8lOOXX ...

Page 2: ...his informa tion ready if you need service or call with a question l Copy model and serial numbers from plate see diagram on front cover and purchase date from sales slip l Keep this book and sales slip together in a handy place Model Number Serial Number It is your responsibility to be sure your dishwasher l Is installed by a qualified installer l Has been installed where it is protected from the...

Page 3: ...lent If not marked check manufacturer s recommendations l DO NOT use your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place l DO NOT sit on stand on or abuse the dishwasher door or dish racks l DO NOT tamper with controls l If hot water has not been used recently usually two weeks or longer hydro gen gases may build up in the water heater and the hot water pipes HYDRO GEN GAS IS EXPLOSI...

Page 4: ...seconds for air in the dishwasher to warm up This helps reduce the amount of moisture that can come from the vent when restarting the cycle 5 Press door in to latch it The dishwasher will slart where it stopped Changing acyclesetting You can change a setting anytime during any cycle 1 Lift up on the door latch to unlatch the door and stop the cycle 2 Turn the Cycle Control Knob clockwise to the cy...

Page 5: ...ouble wash for moderate to heavily soiled loads The Energy Guide Label data is based on this cycle Cycle time is about 66 minutes c I I Rinse Light Wash Cycle For light to moderately soiled loads Cycle time is about 76 minutes L Wash I Rinse Rinse ...

Page 6: ...athappens ineachoption Heat Dry Option If the Heat Dry Option is selected air in the dish washer is heated during the dry part of the cycle For best results use a rinse aid Air Dry Option If the Air Dry Option is selected air in the dish washer is not heated Using this option helps save energy but dishes take longer to dry overnight and some water spotting may result Some items such as plastics ma...

Page 7: ...s Top rack loading The top rack is designed for cups glasses and smaller items Cup and glass load l Place so open ends face down for cleaning and draining l Load glasses in top rack only Bottom rack is not designed for glasses Damage may occur l Place items in the rows between prongs Plac ing them over the prongs can lead to breakage l Be sure lightweight items are held firmly in place l China cry...

Page 8: ... cake pans and other large items at sides and back Loading such items in front may keep water spray from reaching detergent dispenser NOTE Do not load glasses cups or plastic items in the bottom rack l When lower rack is removed replace with bumpers in front Silverware basket loading Load the silverware basket while it s in or out of the bottom rack The loaded basket should be in the center front ...

Page 9: ...nt in both sections for cycles with two washes l Put detergent in Ihe covered section only for cycles with one wash l Push the cover down until it is latched Detergent in the open section falls into the dish washer when the door is closed The covered section opens automatically when the main wash starts NOTE It is normal for cover to open partially when dispensing detergent The cover will open ful...

Page 10: ... automatically during the final rinse of each cycle Check the dispenser periodically to see if it needs refilling An E will be visible inside dis penser when it is empty Make sure dishwasher door is fully open when refilling Do not fill past the smallest opening in the lower par l of the dispenser If you overfill excess rinse aid can come out This will not harm the dishwasher Keep the dispenser fi...

Page 11: ...al weeks Then compare it with the rest of the set to see if colors have changed Crystal and decorative glasses Crystal can break from sudden exposure to high water temper ature Metal trim and colorful decoration on glass will fade in time when washed in the dishwasher NOTE Delicate antique items should not be washed in the dishwasher TIPS Load crystal carefully in top rack only Be sure to load a f...

Page 12: ...cleaning Exterior Regular use of a soft damp cloth or sponge and a mild detergent is all that is neces sary in most cases to keep the outside of your dishwasher nice looking and clean Interior Hard water minerals may cause a white film to build up on the inside surfaces especially just be neath the door area To clean dishwasher interior 1 Apply powdered dishwasher detergent to a damp sponge to mak...

Page 13: ...revented its turning 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 detergent or improper detergent Use more dishwasher detergent Use detergent with highest available phosphorus content especially with hard water Water is not hot enough Water temperature shoul...

Page 14: ...own Iron or manganese in water Temporary remedy 1 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 4 to 2cup 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 or water softener to home wat...

Page 15: ...consultants The consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or if service is necessary recommend a qualified service company in your area 3 If you need service 3 Whirlpool has a nationwide network of authorized whi l 01 WhirlpoolSM service com SEnvrcs panies Whirlpool service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after warra...

Page 16: ...umbing B Repairs when dishwasher is used in other than normal single family household use C Pick up and delivery This product is designed to be repaired in the home D Damage to dishwasher caused by accident misuse fire flood acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool E Any labor costs during limited warranties WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL ...

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