Whirlpool WU685OV manual

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    Undercounter Dishwashers Use and Care Guide ROPER Appliances wu3ooov WU3006V wu44oov WU4406V WU565OV WU685OV Thank you for choosing a Roper appliance. This Use and Care Guide will help you operate and maintain your new, quality- built Roper undercounter dishwasher. Keep this Use and Care Guide in a safe place for future reference. Complete and mail[...]

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    Important Safety Instructions basic precautions including the following: 1. Read all instructions before using 8. Use ONLY detergents and rinse the dishwasher. aids recommended for use in a 2. Properly connect to electricity and dishwasher. water. 9. Locate sharp items and knives so 3. DISHWASHER MUST BE that they are not likely to damage ELECTRICA[...]

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    Using Your Dishwasher Models WU685OV (shown) WU565OV WU4406V wu44oov WU3006V wu3ooov Upper spray arm - Top rack _ I Bottom rack Rack bumper. Detergent dispensers. III c .III I .III I Spray tower Spray tower -Model and serial M <number plate (not shown) Lower spray arm (shown below) Overflow protector .e ba sket I50V only) Rinse aid dispens[...]

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    Cycles and options (Models WU3OOOV and WU3006V) Normal Wash cycle Rinse & Hold cycle If the ENERGY SAVER Option A double wash for normal to heavily For rinsing a few items to be washed one Selector Button is pushed, air in the soiled loads. (The Energy Guide Label or more days later. dishwasher is not heated. Using this data is based on this cy[...]

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    Cycles and options (Models WU565OV and WU685OV) Pots & Pans cycle This cycle supplies maximum cleaning for cooked-on or baked-on foods. A timer delays the cycle while the dishwasher automatically heats the water to 145°F (65°C) in both washes and the last rinse (marked l ). Cycle time depends on time needed to heat water. Push the POTS & [...]

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    To add a dish after starting 4. Close the door. Do not latch it. Wait Changing a setting 1. To be sure the added item is 30 seconds for air in the dishwasher to warm up. This helps reduce the You can change a setting anytime during washed and rinsed, make sure the Cycle Control Knob has not amount of moisture that can come any cycle. passed LIGHT W[...]

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    Adding Detergent And Rinse Aid What type of detergent to use Use automatic dishwasher 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 phosphorous for softening water. If water is hard and phosphorous content is low (6.0% or less), you may [...]

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    China: Check with manufacturer for cleaning instructions. Hand-painted, metal-trimmed, and antique china fade due to high water temperatures and alkaline detergent solution in the dishwasher. NOTE: Delicate, antique items should not be washed in the dishwasher. TIPS: Load china carefully. Do not allow pieces to touch each other. Test one piece by w[...]

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    Common Dishwashing Problems PROBLEM CAUSED BY Spotting and filming Hard water SOLUTION Fill detergent dispensers to capacity. Use dishwasher detergent with highest available phosphorous 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 [...]

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    PROBLEM Small particles deposited on items (continued) Dishes not dry Black marks on dishes Chipping or breaking glassware Dishes not washing clean CAUSED BY “Old” detergent Not enough detergent, or improper detergent Water is not hot enough Water pressure may be low, dishwasher is not filling properly Water is not hot enough Improper loading N[...]

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    PROBLEM I CAUSED BY I SOLUTION Dishes not washing clean Dishes not washing clean (continued) (continued) Cloudy film on glassware, Cloudy film on glassware, etching-permanent corrosion etching-permanent corrosion Dishes & interior of dishwasher Dishes & interior of dishwasher yellow or brown yellow or brown Improper loading 1 Spray arm or a[...]

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    PROBLEM CAUSED BY SOLUTION Rust spots on stainless steel -OR- Dark spots on flatware stainless steel, silver plate, or sterling Allowing salty or acidic foods such as Rinse flatware that is to stand for mayonnaise, vinegar, fruit juices, salad several hours before washing (use dressings or milk products to remain on Rinse & Hold Cycle). Clean s[...]

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    Before You Call For Service If you are having an operating problem, check the list to see what the cause might be before you call for assistance. OPERATING PROBLEM Dishwasher will not run, or stops during a cycle CHECK IF . Dishwasher is properly connected to a live circuit with the proper voltage. . Fuse has blown or circuit breaker has not trippe[...]

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    If You Need Assistance, Service Or Replacement Parts... Read the warranty. Contact your local dealer to recommend a local service company or to obtain replacement parts. You will need the model number and serial number when you call for assistance or service. Both numbers are located on the door frame (see illustrations on page 3). LIMITED WARRANTY[...]