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Whirlpool DU8950XT manual

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    Contents Important Safety Instructions.. Operating Instructions Before starting your dishwasher Starting your dishwasher What happens in each cycle What happens in each option Proper Loading. . Adding Detergent and Rinse Aid For Best Results. Special Tips . Common Dishwashing Problems . If You Need Service Or Assistance Whirlpool Dishwasher Warrant[...]

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    Important Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions including the following: 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 det[...]

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    Operating Instructions Continued Cycle selector buttons 0 0 0 Option selector buttons Cycle control knob Starting your dishwasher 1. Push a Cycle Selector Button for the desired cycle. 2. Push an Option Selector Button for each desired option. (Use AIR DRY for RINSE & HOLD Cycle.) The indicators above the buttons will show which cycle and optio[...]

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    NORMALWASH . DELAY WASH m WATER HEATING 0 CLEAN 0 Changing a cycle setting You can change a setting anytime during any cycle. 1. Lift up on the door latch to unlatch the door and stop the cycle. Do not open the door until the spray arm stops spinning. 2. Turn the Cycle Control Knob clockwise to the cycle you want. 3. Be sure the detergent dispenser[...]

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    Operating Instructions Continued What happens in each cycle Pots 8 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 l ). Cycle time” will be about 1% to 2 hours, depending on time needed to heat water. . RINSE 8 HO[...]

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    Normal Wash Cycle For normal, everyday soiled loads. (The Energy Guide Label data is based on this cycle.) Cycle time is about 65 minutes plus the time needed to heat the water if the HI-TEMP WASH option is selected. . RINSE&HOLD NORM&WASH 0 RINSE OR” Rinse I I Wash I I 1 I Rinse I I I I Rinse I Low Energy Wash Cycle For pre-rinsed or lig[...]

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    Operating Instructions Continued China Crystal Cycle Rinse & Hold Cycle A light wash and gentle dry for china and crystal. Unless AIR DRY is selected, the heating element cycles on and off during the “dry” part of the cycle. Cycle time** is about 60 minutes plus the time needed to heat the water if the HI-TEMP WASH option is selected. For r[...]

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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, bones and other hard items. The POWER CLEAN’ Module will remove food particles from the water. It contains a chopping device which will reduce the size of food items. If hard items such a[...]

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    Continued - t Lower Adjustable top rack The top rack does not have to be level. l Raise or lower one or both sides to help fit tall items in the top or bottom rack. l Turn knob clockwise to raise a side. l Turn knob counterclockwise to lower a side. Bottom rack loading Items with cooked-on or dried-on food should be loaded in the bottom rack, with [...]

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    Silverware basket loading Load forks and spoons so they don’t nest together. Spray can’t reach nested items. Mix items in each section of the basket. Small items - baby bottle caps, jar lids, etc. -can be put in any section. 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 [...]

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    Adding Detergent And Rinse Aid Liquid diihwasher detergent Powdered dishwasher detergent See phosphorus content on product labels. Cover Cover Latch “seared sect~?Y~Y . . . Normal Wash Cycle Use both sections for... Low Energy Wash Cycle Pots & Pans Cycle China crystal cycle Heavy wash cycle Fill What kind of detergent to use Use automatic di[...]

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    For Best Results Hot water is a must Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing detergent. Hot water dissolves grease on dishes and helps dry glasses spot-free. Make certain loads are washed in hot water (at least 140°F - SO’C). Two ways to have a reliable hot water supply... 1. Maintain 140°F water supply at central water heater, To che[...]

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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. 2. Use the LOW ENERGY WASH Cycle whenever possible. It uses less hot water and energy than other wash cycles. 3. Air dry dishes when you don’t need a rapid drying c[...]

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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 2. Remove all metal items.[...]

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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°C). Set water heater thermostat to a higher setting. Run water at sink until hot before starting and/or use HI-TEMP WASH Option. Improper loading Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded so spray reaches all surfa[...]

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    If You Need Service Or Assistance We suggest you follow these five 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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    POWER CLEAN* washing system parts covered by your warranty spray arm spray arm I Nozzle cap I- Washer CJ ====Tz 7 - guard POWER CLEAN’ module and motor ‘Tmk 18[...]

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    Notes[...]

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    Whirlpool” Dishwasher ‘Warranty DW003 I LENGTH OF WARRANTY 1 WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a franchised TECH-CARE@ service company. LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY Second Year From Date of Purchase [...]