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Whirlpool DU4500XR Series manual

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    UNDERCOUNTER DISH WASHER Model DU4500XR Series , zreezers. Refrlgeralor-Freezers. Ice Makers, DIshwashers. Built-In Ovens. and Surface Units, Ranges, Muowave Ovens. Trash Compactors. Room Air Condltloners. Dehumldlfw[...]

  • Page 2

    Contents Page BEFORE YOU USE YOUR DISHWASHER 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 PARTS AND FEATURES ................. 3 FOR BEST RESULTS ..................... 4 The Filtering System .................. 4 Quiet Operating Tips, ................ 4 PROPERLOADING ..................... 5 Top Rack Loading ................... 5 Bottom Rack Loading ...........[...]

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    Parts and features Model DU4500XR Series UPPER SPRAY ARM TOP RACK BOTTOM RACK ._:EUN:::PFE RINSE AID DISPENSER I I WATER COLUMN RAY ARM ILVERWARE BASKET MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLATE (not shown] USER GUIDE [Permanent Label) * ‘~~;~e”e DOOR PANEL -COLOR PANEL PACK too much water from entering the dishwasher. It is nc removable. FILTER SYSTEM ([...]

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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 star-ted, the dishwasher fills with water to 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 soi[...]

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    Proper loading Always load dishes so soiled surfacesare 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. . . Place so open ends face down for clean[...]

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    Bottom rack loading 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. l Place plates, soup bowls, etc., between prongs and facing the spray. l Load cookie sheets, cake pans and other large items at sides or bac[...]

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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 dlsh- washer detergent only. The detergent dispenser Other detergents are too mild and much too sudsy to work in the dishwasher. Different brands of dishwasher detergent have different am[...]

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    Before starting your dishwasher 1. Spin the Upper Spray Arm to make sure nothing will stop it from turning freely 2. Push door firmly when closing and it will automatically latch. 3. Run hot water at sink nearest dishwasher until it is hot. Turn it off. CLEAN SELECTOR BUTTONS OPTION SELECTOR BUnONS Starting your dishwasher POTS & PANS cycle... [...]

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    Selecting a cycle POTS & 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 washesand 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 normal, everyday soiled loads. [[...]

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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 electricrty 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 whenever possi- ble. It uses less hot [...]

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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: AhdUUU: Aluminum loses its bright, shiny appearance and darkens in color due to minerals in the water and the alkalinity of the dishwash[...]

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    Common : PROBLEM Spotting and fllmlng (hard water film) Small particles deposited on items Dishes not dry I ._. ,,,, _ Black marks on dishes . -,-, I Chlpping or breaking glassware dishwashing problems 1. - -z-c ..LaC.ea,__leIU.- --Y-am-- CAUSED BY SOLUTION Y___,I.___L..--C~--~_-~~ Hard water Water is not hot enough Not enough detergent. or Imprope[...]

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    Dishes not Water is not washing clean hot enough Water temperature should be at least 14O’F (60°C). Set water heater thermostat to a higher setting. Run water at sink until hot before startrng. Improper looding Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded so spray reaches all surfaces and items drain properly. Do not ov- erload. Do not nest items. [...]

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    If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these four 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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    TKirlpuol Home A /Appliances Making your world a little easier. Pat-t No. 304276 Rev. A 01986 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U.S.A. - Makers. DIshwashers. Bu~ll-In Ovens. and Surface Units, Ranges. MIcrowave Ovens, Trash Compactors, Room Air Condltloners. Oehumldlllers. Automatic Washers. Clothes Or[...]