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Summary of Contents for DU8900XT Series

Page 1: ...R DISHWASHER Model DU8900XT Series Freezers Ice Makers DIshwashers Bu ll In Ovens and Surlace Umls Ranges Microwave Ovens Trash Compactors Room Air CondllKmers Oehumidlllers Aulomallc Washers Clolhes Dryers Free2 ...

Page 2: ...ons before using the dishwasher l DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRICALLY GROUNDED Read the Installation Instruc tions for details l Be sure your dishwasher is installed on a level floor that will hold the weight and in an area suitable for its size and use l When discarding an old dishwasher al ways remove the door to prevent acciden tal entrapment l REMEMBER use your dishwasher only for the job it was d...

Page 3: ...AN MODULE is designed to keep the wash and rinse water Clean It also grinds up and removes food particles During grinding some sounds will be heard Tmk Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance Please complete and mail the Owner Regis tration Card provided with this product Then complete the form below Have this information ready if you need service or call with a question l Copy Model and Serial...

Page 4: ...es spot free Make certain loads are washed in hot water at least 140 F 60 C Two ways to have a reliable hot water supply 1 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 nois...

Page 5: ...ed dishwasher safe are recommended l Plastic items can be melted rn the bottom rack Small bowls pans and other utensils can be placed in the top rack l Items with cooked on or dried on foods should be loaded in the bottom rack with soiled surfaces facing the spray Place items in the rows between prongs Placing them over the prongs can lead to breakage Be sure lightweight items are held firmly in p...

Page 6: ...sket with some pointing up and some down 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 for easy un loading Always unload or remove the basket before unloading ...

Page 7: ...for Use both tergent is necessary for best washing results NORMAL WASH Cycle sections for Store detergent tightly in a cool dry place LOW ENERGY WASH Cycle POTS PANS Cycle CHINA CRYSTAL Cycle HEAVY WASH Cycle 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 ...

Page 8: ...e dishwasher will automatically start that cycle Selecting a cycle POTS L PANS Cycle Maximum cleaning for cooked or baked on foods Timer delays while the dishwasher automatically heats the water to 145 F 63 C in both washes and the last rinse marked 1 Cycle time will be about 1 to 2 hours depending on time needed to heat water HEAVY WASH Cycle A double wash for heavily soiled loads Cycle time is a...

Page 9: ...r night and some water spotting may result The RESET OPTIONS Button If you want to change a selected option push the RESET OPTIONS Button Re select an option if desired Using DELAY START 4 Close and latch the door The DELAY WASH Signal Light will come on until the selected cycle starts NOTE You can add items while time is counting down Close and latch the door The timer will not advance if the doo...

Page 10: ...you 1 Wash full loads Running a half filled dish washer uses the same amount of electricity and hot water as a fully loaded machine 3 Air dry dishes when You don t need a rapid drying cycle Allow longer drying times overnight 2 Use the LOW ENERGY WASH Cycle whenever possible It uses less hot water and energy than otherwash cycles 4 load correctly for best washing results In correct loading may cau...

Page 11: ...form on sterling silver and silver plate items washed in a dishwasher This film is caused by a reaction of silver with chlorine in the detergent Gold flatware is not dishwasher safe The adhesive used in some flatware with hollow handles is not heat resistant causing the handles to come off in the dishwasher Wash by hand TIPS Rinse flatware as soon as possible especially if it is notto be washed ri...

Page 12: ...reaches all surfaces and items drain properly Do not ov erload Do not nest items Make sure large items do not block spray from reaching detergent dispensers Does the rinse aid dispenser need filling See instructions on page 7 Drying without heat may result in some spotting of glasses and silver Check spray arms to make sure they turn freely after load ing Be sure a utensil has not prevented therrt...

Page 13: ...ater pressure is low do not use water for other purposes while dishwasher is running to assure correct fills Check for rarnbow hue on glasses A rarnbow hue IS the first sign of etching corrosion of glass Reduce the amount of dishwasher detergent Use a detergent with 0 lower phosphorus content If water pressure is low do not use water for other purposes while dishwasher is running to assure correct...

Page 14: ...ool Corporation for quality parts Look for this sym bol of quality whenever you need a replace ment part for your Whirlpool appliance FSP re placements parts will fit right and work right because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appliance and talk with one of our trained consultants The consultant can instruct you in how to obtain sat isfactory op...

Page 15: ...POWER CLEAN WASHING SYSTEM PARTS COVERED BY YOUR WARRANTY WASHER I LOWER SPRAY ARM Ip CAP POWER CLEAN MODULE AND MOTOR Tmk ...

Page 16: ...ect house wiring or plumbing 6 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 BELIABLE FOR INCIDEN...

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