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Summary of Contents for DU8570XT

Page 1: ... tower Bottom rack Rack bumper Detergent Silverwaie Heating Do color Access color basket element panel panel not shown POWER CLEAN module not shown Lower spray arm Overflow protector Model and serial number label on right side UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER ModelDU8570XT ...

Page 2: ...ve this informa tion ready if you need service or call with a question l Copy model and serial numbers from label 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 Purchase Dale It is your responsibility to be sure your dishwasher l Is rnstalled by a qualified installer l Has been installed where it is ...

Page 3: ...nt 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 EXPLOSIVE...

Page 4: ...e Control Knob has not passed LOW ENERGY WASH 2 Lift up on the door latch to unlatch door and stop the cycle 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 t...

Page 5: ...hes and the last rinse marked Cycle time will be about 1 to 2 hours depending on time needed to heat water Wash Rinse Wash Rinse 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 WashOptionis selected Rinse Rinse Cycle time Includes heated dry trmes ...

Page 6: ...times Whathappensin eachoption Hi Temp Wash When this option is selected water for the main wash and the final rinse is heated except in the Rinse Hold Cycle to 145 F 63 C If water is already hot enough the cycle continues without delay Air Dry Air in the dishwasher is automatically heated during the dry part of all cycles If the Air Dry Option is selected air in the dish washer is not heated Usin...

Page 7: ...rfaces are reached 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 Top rack loading The top rack is designed for cups glasses and smaller items Cup and glass load Place so open ends face down for cleaning and draining Load glasses in top rack only Bottom rack is not designed for glasse...

Page 8: ...l Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation of either the upper or lower spray arm Spray arms must move freely l Securely place heavily soiled cookware face down In rack Dish load l Place plates soup bowls etc between prongs and facing inward to the spray l Do not place items directly over spray tower Utensil load l Load cookie sheets cake pans and other large Items at sides and b...

Page 9: ...be taken out for loading on the counter or table It can also be removed for easy unloading Always unload or remove the basket before un loading the racks to avoid spilling water droplets on the silverware To remove the basket slide it toward the top of the door by the handle Lift it off the holding buttons Replace it in reverse order To open the basket unhook the latch as shown Be sure the cover i...

Page 10: ... rinse l For cycles with two washes put detergent in Use open Action for both sections Low Energy Wash Cycle l Push the cover down until it is latched Normal Wash Cycle Use both tions for Pots 8 Pans Cycle Detergent in the open section falls into the dishwasher when the door is closed The covered section opens automatically when the main wash starts NOTE It is normal for the cover to open partiall...

Page 11: ...se 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 filling Do not fill past the smallest opening in the lower part of the dispenser If you overfill excess rinse aid can come out This will not harm the dishwasher but could cause over sudsing Keep the dispenser fill cap ti...

Page 12: ...s and alkaline 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 ...

Page 13: ...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 to keep the outside of your dishwasher nice looking and clean Interior Ha...

Page 14: ...evented their turnrng 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 stat f dishwasher 14 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 ...

Page 15: ...her yellow or brown Iron or manganese in water Temporary remedy 1 Set empty dishwasher for a one wash cycle 2 Star l dishwasher and unlatch door to stop it when it has filled for the wash part of the cycle 3 Add s to Izcup 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 wat...

Page 16: ... ISnormal Is drain air gap clogged If detergent remains in the covered detergent cup Is the bottom rack in backwards The rack bumpers should be at the front l Is the dishwasher detergent fresh and dry without lumps l Is the cycle completed If white residue appears on front of access panel l Is more detergent being used than needed See page 10 for recommended amounts of detergent 9 Some liquid dete...

Page 17: ...ance FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appliance To locate FSP replacement parts in your area refer to Step 3 above or call the Whirlpool COOL LINE service assistance number in Step 2 5 If you are not satisfied with how the problem was solved l Contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action P...

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Page 19: ...POWER CLEAN washing system parts covered by your warranty Upper L spray arm 0 Ii I Spray tower 1 a Lower spray arm 6 Nozzle cap POWER module motor CLEAN and 19 ...

Page 20: ...epairs 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 DAMAGES So...

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