Whirlpool DP3000XR Series manual

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    PORTABLE DISH WASHER Model DP3000XR Series Freezers, Refrigerator-Freezers, Ice Makers, Dishwashers. Eullt-In Ovens, and Surlace Units. Ranges. Mlcrowave Ovens. Trash Compactors, Room Au Condltloners. Dehumldlh[...]

  • Page 2

    Contents BEFORE YOU USE YOUR DISHWASHER IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.. PARTS AND FEATURES.. FOR BEST RESULTS The Filtering System Water Must Be Hot Quiet Operating Tips PROPER LOADING Top Rack Loading Bottom Rack Loading Silverware Basket Loading ADDING DETERGENT., The Detergent Dispenser.. How Much Detergent to Use Page BEFORE STARTING YOUR DISHW[...]

  • Page 3

    Parts and features DP3000XR Seriac / ’ UPPER SPRAY ARM TOP RACK RACK BUMPER BOTTOM RACK DETERGENT DISPENSERS USER GUIDE SPRAY TOWER II LOWER SPRAY ARM SILVERWARE BASKET MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLATE [not shown) THE OVERFLOW PROTECTOR is designed to prevent too much water from entering the dishwasher, If is not rsmnvnhln / -1 I HEATING ELEMENT /[...]

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    For Best Results Your dishwasher cleans by spraying a mix- ture of hot, clean water and detergent against soiled surfaces of dishes. When a cycle is started, the dishwasher fills with waterto about the level of the heating element. This water is pumped through the rotating spray arms, drained through the filter system which re- moves food and soil,[...]

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    Proper loading Always load dishes so soiled surfaces 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 UP AND GLASS LOAD The top rack is designed for cups, glasses and smaller items. l Place so open ends fa[...]

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    Bottom rack loading l Place plates, soup bowls, etc., between prongs and facing the spray. 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 Load items so they do not block or cover the spray tower. l Securely place heavily soiled cookware face down in rack. l Load co[...]

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    Adding detergent The kind and amount of dishwasher detergent you use is an important part of getting your dishes clean. Read this section carefully. Use automatic dish- washer detergent only. Other detergents are too mild and much too sudsy to work in the dishwasher. Different brands of dishwasher detergent have different amounts of phosphorus. Pho[...]

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    Before starting your dishwasher DRY SELECTOR SWITCH DOOR LATCH 1. Read “Important Safety Instructions” on page 2 before starting your dishwasher. 3. Push door firmly when closing and it will auto- matically latch. 2. Spin the Upper and Lower Spray Arms to make sure nothing will stop them from turning freely. 4. Run hot water at sink nearest dis[...]

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    I CYCLE CONTROL KNOB Selecting a cycle NORMAL WASH Cycle A double wash for normal to heav- ily soiled loads. (The Energy Guide Label data is based on this cycle.) Cycle time is about 65 minutes. LIGHT WASH Cycle For normal, everyday soiled loads. Cycle time is about 60 minutes. RINSE & HOLD Cycle For rinsing a few items to be washed one or more[...]

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    Energy saving tips You can help save energy if 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 LIGHT WASH Cycle for normally soiled loads. It uses [...]

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    Special tips on dishwasher use Remember, use your dishwasher only for the job it was designed to do. Some items are not dishwasher safe or may require special care. Read these special tips for the following items: AhU’UiUUUl: Aluminum loses its bright, shiny appearance and darkens in color due to minerals in the water and the alkalinity of the di[...]

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    Common dishwashing problems PROBLEM CAUSED BY SOLUTION Spottlng and Hard water tllmlng Water is not hot enough Not enough detergent, or improper detergent “Old” detergent Improper loading No rinse aid AIR DRY Setting used Small partlcles Spray arm or arms not deposlted on rotating freely Items “Old” detergent Not enough detergent, or improp[...]

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    PROBLEM Dlshes not washlng clean Cloudy film on glassware, etching - permanent corrosion Dlshes & lnterlor ot dlshwasher p; or Rust spots on stalnless steel -OR- Dark spots on flatware - stalnlers steel, sliver plate, or sterllng Bronze tarnish on sllverplate Water lett In bottom of dlshwasher CAUSED BY Water is not hot enough Improper loading [...]

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    Connecting your portable dishwasher A special adapter must be installed on the faucet before the dishwasher can be connected. Complete instructions and the adapter are packed with your dishwasher, When moving yourdishwasher, make sure the door is latched. Hold the dishwasher at the top front c Before starting 1. Run water at faucet until it is hot.[...]

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    If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these five steps: 1. Before calling for assistance... 3. of you need service*-.. Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind. If your dishwasher will not run, or stops during a cycle: l Is the door tightly closed and securely la[...]

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    WHIRLPOOL” DISHWASHER WARRANTY DWOOZ LENGTH OF WARRANTY FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase LIMITED NINE-YEAR WARRANTY Second Through Tenth Year From Date of Purchase WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a fran[...]