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Page 1: ...Rinse aid dispenser _ User guide I permanent label c Model and serial number plate I not shown Spray tower POWER CLEAN Lower spray arm Silverware Heating Door color Access color basket element panel panel not shown 3366026 A UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER ModelDU8550XT ...

Page 2: ...is 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 It is your personal responsibility and obligation to be sure your dishwasher l Is installed by a qualified installer l Has been installed where it is protected from the ele...

Page 3: ...inutes l DO NOT wash plastic items unless marked Dishwasher Safe or the equivalent 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 dish washer 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 ma...

Page 4: ...le Don t open the door until the spray arms stop spinning 3 Open the door and add the dish 4 Close the door Do not latch it Wait 30 sec onds 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 firmly to latch it The dishwasher will automatically start where it stopped Changing acyclesetting You can change ...

Page 5: ... the last rinse marked l Cycle time will be about 1 to 2 hours depending on time needed to heat water Normal Wash Cycle For moderately soiled loads The Energy Guide Label data is based on this cycle Cycle time is about 58 minutes plus the time needed to heat the water if the HI TEMP WASH option is selected Wash I I I I I Rinse I Rinse I I Rinse Cycle time includes heated dry times ...

Page 6: ...ugh the cycle continues without delay Rinse 8 Hold Cycle For rinsing a few items to be washed one or more days later Cycle time is about 12 minutes Use AIR DRY only Do not use detergent Cycle time includes heated dry times Air Dry Air in the dishwasher is automatically heated during the dry part of all cycles Ifthe AIR DRY Option is selected air in the dishwasher is not heated Using this option he...

Page 7: ...eached by spray from rotating spray arms Water must be able to drain off completely for best drying results Be careful to separate items so spray can reach all surfaces Tmk 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 Da...

Page 8: ...n lower rack is removed replace with bumpers in front 8 Silverware basket loading Load forks and spoons so they don t nest together Spray can t reach nested items Mix items in each section of the basket Small items baby bottle caps jar lids etc can be put in any section 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...

Page 9: ... when the main wash starts Detergent in the open section falls into the dishwasher when the door is closed How much detergent to use The amount of detergent to use depends on the hardness of your water If too little is used dishes won t be clean However if too much is used in soft water glassware will begin to etch Find out your water s hardness by asking your local water department water softener...

Page 10: ...detergent solution in the dishwasher NOTE Delicate antique items should not be washed in the dishwasher TIPS Load china carefully Do not allow pieces to touch each other Test one piece by washing it daily in the dishwasher for several 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 temp...

Page 11: ...shes Select the correct cycle for the load and use the recommended amount of detergent for good washing results without hand rinsing 6 Use your dishwasher during off peak hours Local utilities recommend this to avoid heavy usage of energy at certain times of day Dishwasher care cleaning Exterior Regular use of a soft damp cloth or sponge and a mild detergent is all that is neces sary in most cases...

Page 12: ...ented their 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 12 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 sho...

Page 13: ...her yellow or brown 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 I4to 2 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 to home wate...

Page 14: ...nce telephone number Dial free from anywhere in the U S l 800 253 1301 and talk with one of our trained 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 Whirlpool has a nationwide network of franchised 1TECH CARE Service Comoanies TECH CARE serv...

Page 15: ...POWER CLEAN washing system parts covered by your warranty spray arm Lower spray arm Spray tower Nozzle cap POWER CLEAN module and motor ...

Page 16: ...2 Instruct you how to use the dishwasher 3 Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing 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 Anv labor costs durina l...

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