Whirlpool DP3880XM manual

Convertible Portable Dishwasher Model DP3880XM IS, Freezers, Relrlgerator-Freezers, Ice Makers, Dishwashers. Bwll-In Ovens and Surface Units, Ranges. Muirwave Ovens, Trash Compaclors, Room Air Condllloners. Oehumldll[...]

Contents BEFORE YOU USE YOUR DISHWASHER, .. -2 Selecting a Cycle ................... -9 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .... 2 HEATDRYorAIRDRY? ................ 9 PARTS AND FEATURES. ................. 3 To Add a Dish After Starting .......... 9 FOR BEST RESULTS. ..................... 4 CONNECTING YOUR PORTABLE The Filtering System .................. [...]

Parts and features WATER SILVERWARE BASKET RACK BUMPER BOTTOM RACK USER GUIDE (Permanent Label / THE OVERFLOW PROTECTOR is designed to prevent too much water from entering the dishwasher. It is not removable. FILTER SYSTEM (Scr Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here... When you need service or call with a question, hove this information ready: M[...]

For Best Results Your dishwasher cleans by spraying a mixture of hot, clean water and detergent against soiled surfaces of dishes. When a cycle is started, 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 removes food and soil, an[...]

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. l Place so open ends face down for clean- [...]

Bottom rack loading MIXED LOAD 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. UTENSIL LOAD l Load cookie sheets, cake pans and other large items at sides and back. Loading such items in front may keep water [...]

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[...]

Option Selector Switch Before starting your dishwasher 1. Spin the Upper Spray Arm to make sure nothing will stop it from turning freely. 2. Close and latch the door. 3. Run hot water at sink nearest dish- washer until it is hot. Turn it off. (See page 10 for connecting instructions.) Starting your dishwasher NORMAL HEAVY Cycle... 1. Make sure Cycl[...]

Cycle Control Knob Selecting a cycle NORMAL HEAVY Cycle A double wash for normal to heav- 5 rl ‘I n-m d ily soiled loads. (The Energy Guide Label data is based on this Cycle.) ; 7 Cycle time is about 60 minutes. c l-l ; 1 UI IL1 NORMAL LIGHT Cycle For normal,everyday soiled loads Cycle time is about 55 minutes. RINSE & HOLD Cycle l-3 Ip1 I 1 [...]

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 your dishwasher, make sure the door is latched. Use the built-in pull bar or hold it at the top front corners. Before starting 1. Run water a[...]

Energy saving tips You can help save energy it you: Wash lull 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). 5. 2. rinse Use the NORMAL LIGHT Cycle for normally soiled loads. It[...]

Common dishwashing problems PROBLEM CAUSED BY SOLUTION Spotting and fllmlng Hard water Water is not hot enough Not enough detergent. or improper detergent “0ld”detergent Improper loading No rinse aid AIR DRY Setting used _..- “. x-. _~ .___- I -.-. -.--.___- Small partlcles Spray arm or arms not deposlted on rotating freely Items “Old” de[...]

Dishes not Water 1s not washing clean hot enough Improper loading PROBLEM CAUSED BY Make sure large items do not block spray from reaching detergent dispensers. Spray arm or arms not Check spray arms to make sure they turn freely after lood- rototrng freely ing Be sure a utensil has not prevented therr turnrng Not enough detergent Use more dishwash[...]

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. Aluminum: Aluminum loses its bright, shiny appearance and darkens in color due to the minerals in the water and the alkalin- ity of the dishwasher detergent. If washed in the dishwasher[...]

If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these four steps: I. Before calling for assistance.. . Performance problems often result from little things You can find and fix Yourself without tools of any kind. 1. If dishwasher won’t run, or stops during cycle: l Is door tightly closed and securely latched? l Has cycle been correctly s[...]

Making your world a little easier. Part No. 304086 01984 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U.S.A. Ice Makers. Dishwashers. Built-In Ovens and Surface Units. Ranges. Microwave Ovens. Trash compactors. Room Air Condltloners. Oehumldlfiers. Aulomatlc Washers, Clothes 0[...]