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Whirlpool DU4000XR manual

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    - - - UNDERCOUNTER DISH WASHER Model DU4000XR Series Freezers Relrlgeralor-Freezers Ice Makers DIshwashers Built-In Ovens and Surtace Units Ranges. Microwave Ovens. Trash Compactors Room Air Candltmners. Dehumldll[...]

  • Page 2

    Contents BEFORE YOU USE YOUR DISHWASHER IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PARTS AND FEATURES K)R BEST RESULTS The Filtering System. Quiet Operating Tips PROPER LOADING Top Rack Loading Bottom Rack Loading Silverware Basket Loading ADDING DETERGENT : RINSE AID DISPENSER BEFORE STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER Page 2 2 3 4 4 4 5 5 6 6 7 7 8 Page STARTING YOUR DI[...]

  • Page 3

    UPPER SPRAY ARM TOP RACK BOTTOM RACK RACK BUMPER 1 DETERGENT DISPENSERS RINSE AID DISPENSER USIZK bulut (Permanent Loualj HEATING ELEMENT / COLUMN c LOWER SPRAY ARM ~LRwARE BASKET i - MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLATE :,(not shown] THE OVERFLOW THE OVERFLOW PROTECTOR is PROTECTOR is desiqned to prevent desiqned to prevent Parts and features Model DU400[...]

  • Page 4

    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 started, the dishwosher fills with waterto 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 SOII, [...]

  • Page 5

    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[...]

  • Page 7

    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. 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[...]

  • Page 8

    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. Starting your dishwasher . # CLEAN SELECTOR BUlTONS POTS & PANS cycle... NORMAL WASH cycle..[...]

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    -- I OPTION SELECTOR BUllONS DOOR LATCH CYCLE CONTROL KNOB 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 washes and the last rinse (marked ‘1, Cycle time will be about 1% to 2 hours, depending on time needed to heat[...]

  • Page 10

    Energy saving tips You can help save energy if you: 1. Wash full loads. Running a half-filled drsh- 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] 2. 4. 5. 6. 7. Use the LIGHT WASH Cycle for normally soiled loads. [...]

  • Page 11

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

  • Page 12

    Common dishwashing problems PROBLEM CAUSED BY SOLUTION Spottlng and Hard water Fill detergent dispensers to capactty Use dishwasher de- fllmlng tergent with highest avallable phosphorus content. May (hard water film] be necessary to install water softener. To remove spots and ftlm, try a vinegar nrtse... 1 Wash and rinse load as usual. Use AIR DRY.[...]

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    PROBLEM CAUSED BY SOLUTION Water tenoeroture should be at least 140 F 160 CI Set water heaier thermostat to a higher setting R;n waier ut sink until hot before starting. Dlshes not Water is not washlng clean hot enough Improper loading Spray arm or arms not rotating freeiy Not enough detergent or improper detergent “0ld“detergent Water pressure[...]

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    If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these four steps: 1. Before calling for assistance... 3. If you need service*... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind. Whirlpool has a nationwide net- work of franchised If your dishwasher will not run, or stops during a [...]

  • Page 15

    For visually impaired consumers If you need large type, Braille, or audio cas- sette versions of Use and Care literature in order to use this appliance, please write to: Literature Department Whirlpool Corporation LaPor-te Division 1900 Whirlpool Drive LaPorte. IN 46350 Select one of the following materials: Kit 787478 Audio Cassette Use & Care[...]

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    Making your world a little easier. PartNo.304275Rev.A al986 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U.S.A. Makers. Dishwashers Bu~ltbln Ovens and Surface Un11s Ranges M~croware Ovens Trash Compactors, Room Air Condltloners. Oehumldlflers. Automatic Washers, Clothes Or)[...]