Whirlpool DU4099XX manual

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  • Page 1

    T&&l 01 4a Home Appliances Use & Care Guide lop rack Spray tower Rack bumper Bottom rack plate (not shown) Filter system screen (not shown) Model and serial number Heating element Detergent dispenser Rinse aid dispenser ; I Access panel Dooi color panel .-- II Silverware basket IL. Overflow II” protector Lower spray arm UNDERCOUNTER D[...]

  • Page 2

    Contents Important Safety instructions. Operating Instructions Before starting your dishwasher Starting your dishwasher To add a dish after starting Changing a cycle setting . . . . . . . . What happens in each cycle . What happens in each option . Proper Loading. . . . . . . . . . . Adding Detergent And Rinse Aid . . For Best Results. . Special ti[...]

  • Page 3

    Important Safety Instructions l Read all instructions before using the dishwasher. l Properly connect to electricity and water. . 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.[...]

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    Operating Instructions Continued NOTE: If the door is latched, you will hear cycles start and stop as the knob passes each cycle mark. This is normal and will not hurt the dish- washer. If you prefer, you can set cycles with the door unlatched. To add a dish after starting 1. To be sure the added item is washed and rinsed, make sure the Cycle Contr[...]

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    What happens in each cycle NORMAL WASH Cycle A double wash for moderate to heavily soiled loads. (The Energy Guide Label data is based on this cycle.) Cycle time* is about 88 minutes. LIGHT WASH Cycle For light to moderately soiled loads. Cycle time* is about 76 minutes. Wash I I Rinse Rinse Rinse Off - - - Rinse I I Rinse Rinse *Cycle time include[...]

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    Operating Instructions Continued Rinse 8 Hold Cycle For rinsing a few items to be washed one or more days later. Cycle time is about IO minutes. Do not use detergent. Use Air Dry Option only. Heat Dry Option may cause food to bake on dishes. What happens in each option Heat Dry Option If the Heat Dry Option is selected, air in the dish- washer is h[...]

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    Proper Loading Cup and glass load Preparation for loading It is not necessary to rinse dishes before putting them into the dishwasher. Just remove large pieces and quantities of food and bones. The filtering system helps keep food parti- cles out of the wash water. Small particles are flushed away as water is pumped out. Larger parti- cles are trap[...]

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    Proper Loading Continued Utensil load 8 Bottom rack loading Items with cooked-on or dried-on food should be loaded in the bottom rack, with soiled surfaces facing inward to the spray. Mixed load l Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation of the lower spray arm. Spray arm must move freely. l Load items so they do not block or cover[...]

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    Adding Detergent And Rinse Aid What kind of detergent to use Liquid dishwasher detergent !r detergent See phosphorus content on product labels. Cover Cover Latch Use covered sectlon for... Light Wash Cycle Use both sections for... Normal Wash Cycle Use automatic dishwasher detergent Only. Other detergents are too mild and much too sudsy to work in [...]

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    Adding Detergent And Rinse Aid Continued Rinse aid dispenser Fill A rinse aid helps keep water from forming droplets and drying as spots. Keep the dispenser filled with a rinse aid such as Jet-Dry.@ A small amount is released automatically during the final rinse of each cycle. Check the dispenser periodically to see if it needs refilling. An “E?[...]

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    For Best Results Hot water is a must For best cleaning and drying results, water should be at least 140°F (60°C). 1. Turn on hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher. Let water run until it is as hot as possible. 2. Hold a candy or meat thermometer in the stream of hot water to measure the temperature. 3. If the temperature is too low, have a qual[...]

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    For Best Results Continued 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. 2. Use the Light Wash Cycle for moderately soiled loads. It uses less hot water and energy than the Normal Wash Cycle. 3. Air dry dishes wh[...]

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    Common Dishwashing Problems Spotting and filming (hard water film) Hard water Fill detergent dispensers to capacity. Use dishwasher detergent with highest available phosphorus content. May be necessary to install water softener. To remove spots and film, try a vinegar rinse.. 1. Wash and rinse load as usual. Use Air Dry Option. 2. Remove all metal [...]

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    Common Dishwashing Problems Continued Dishes not washing clean Water is not hot enough Water temperature should be at least 140°F (60%). Set water heater thermostat to a higher setting. Run water at sink until hot before starting. Improper loading Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded so spray reaches all surfaces and items drain properly. Do [...]

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    If You Need Service Or Assistance We suggest you follow these fiie steps: 1. Before calling for assistance... 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 latched? l Has the cycle been [...]

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    Whirlpool” Dishwasher Warranty DW005 I LENGTH OF WARRANTY FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized WhirlpoolSM service company. FSP replacement of the DURAPERM’” tub and/or inner door sho[...]