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Whirlpool DU4500XM manual

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    UNDERCOUNTER DISH WASHER III Model DU4500XM s. Freezers, Refrigerator-Freezers, Ice Makers, DIshwashers. Btult-In Ovens and Surface Units. Ranges, MIcrowave Ovens, Trash Compactors, Room Air Condltmners, Dehumldlfl[...]

  • Page 2

    Contents Page Page STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER ......... 8 BEFORE YOU USE YOUR DISHWASHER. .. 2 ................. 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Changing a Setting .... 2 Selecting a Cycle .................. 9 PARTS AND FEATURES. ................ 3 HEAT DRY orAIR DRY? ................ 9 FOR BEST RESULTS. ..................... 4 To Add a Dish After St[...]

  • Page 3

    Parts and features Model DU4500XM UPPER SPRAY ARM BOTTOM RACK RACK BUMPER DETERGENT DISPENSERS SILVERWARE BASK WATER -COLUMN ; LOWER SPRAY ARM E OVERFLOW OTECTOR is esigned to prevent 1 too much water g from entering the dishwasher. It is not UFATING FI EMENT removable. Pump Guard DOOR PANEL - 2 COLOR OPTIONS Removable Copy your Model and Serial [...]

  • 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 dishwasher fills with water to a bout 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[...]

  • Page 5

    Proper loading Always load dishes so soiled surfaces are 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 I CUP AND GLASS LOAD The top rack is designed for cups, glaSSeS and smaller items. l Place so open ends[...]

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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. UTENS LOA l Load cookie sheets, cake pans and other large items at si[...]

  • 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

    Cycle Selector Buttons Option Selector Buttons Before starting your dishwasher 1. Spin the Upper Spray Arm to make 3. Run hot water at sink nearest dish- sure nothing will stop it from turning washer until it is hot. Turn it off. freely. 2. Close and latch the door. Starting your dishwasher HEAVY WASH Cycle 1. 2. 3. 4. Make sure Cycle Control Knob [...]

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    Cycle Control Knob Selecting a cycle HEAVY WASH Cycle A double wash for normal to heavily soiled loads. (The Energy Guide Label data is based on this cycle.) Cycle time is about 60 minutes. ENERGY SAVING WASH Cycle A light to normal, everyday soiled loads. Uses less water and energy than HEAVY WASH Cycle. Cycle time is about 55 minutes. RINSE &[...]

  • Page 10

    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. 3. Air dry dishes when you don’t need a rapid drying cycle. Allow longer drying times (overnight). 5. Don’t pre-rinse normally soiled dishes. Se- lect the correct[...]

  • 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. 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[...]

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    Common dishwashing problems PROBLEM Spotting and tllmlng CAUSED BY SOLUTION Hard water Fill detergent dispensers to capacity. Use dishwasher de- tergent with highest available phosphorus content. May be necessary to install water softener. Water is not hot enough Water temperature should be at least 140°F (60°C). Set water heater thermostat to a [...]

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    .--‘*~l.-.._l__l,.-..-.l_ .-.< I..~r_i.,i ,_ __._~L. ,. ..‘,-_,.I ,.. PROBLEM CAUSED BY SOLUTION _ * ..dmm”-ww. =~ . . . P-..--d.w. .= . . . . .,,A..X,c.jm/li.. ,_/ _=.:“_ _^ . ~,. _, ,..__ ~‘ _,. _ Dlshes not dry Water is not hot _.r.- .: .-. Water temperature should be at least 140°F (60°C). Set enough water heater thermostat to a [...]

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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. 1. If dishwasher won’t run, or stops during cycle: l Is door tightly closed and securely latche[...]

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    Notes[...]

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    Part No. 304083 01985 Whirlpool Corporation Making your world a little easier. Printed in U.S.A. e Makers. Lhshwashets. Bwlt-In Ovens and Surface Unlls. Ranges, M~ctowave Ovens. Trash Compactors. Roam Air Condllloners. Oehumldlflers. Automatic Washers. Clothes Or)[...]