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Whirlpool DU5004XM manual

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  • Page 1

    DISH WASHERS Undercounter Model DU5004XM Portable Model DP6881XL s, Freezers, Refrigerator-Freezers. Ice Makers. Chshwashers, Built-In Ovens and Surface Units, Ranges. MIcrowave Ovens, Trash Compactors, Room Air Condltloners. Dehumldlf[...]

  • Page 2

    Contents Page Page BEFORE YOU USE YOUR DISHWASHER 2 HI-TEMP WASHING Option 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 Selecting a Cycle 9 PARTS AND FEATURES 3 The AIR DRY Optron 9 POWER CLEAN’ WASHING SYSTEM 4 The RESET OPTIONS Button. : : : : 9 PROPER LOADING 5 ENERGY SAVING TIPS 10 lop Rack Loading Bottom Rack Loading : : 5 SPECIAL TIPS 11 6 COMMON DISH[...]

  • Page 3

    Parts and features Models DU5004XM (shown) and DP688lXL UPPER SPRAY ARM BOTTOM RACK RACK BUMPER - 1 DETERGENT DISPENSERS SILVERWARE BASKET - _ ND SERIAL BER PLATE t- (not shown) WATER -COLUMN E LOWER SPRAY ARM THE OVERFLOW PROTECTOR is designed to prevent too much water from entering the dishwasher. It Is not removable. OPTIONS (DU5004XMI THE POW[...]

  • Page 4

    PO WER CLEAN* Washing System 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, through the POWER CLEAN Module which removes food part[...]

  • 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 1 CUP AND GLASS LOAD The top rack is designed for cups, glasses and smaller items. . . Place so open en[...]

  • Page 6

    Bottom rack loading l Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation ot 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 automatlo 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. Phos[...]

  • Page 8

    Before starting your dishwasher 1. 2. 3. Spin the Upper Spray Arm to make sure nothing will stop it from turning freely. Close and latch the door. Run hot water at sink nearest dish- washer until it is hot. Turn it off. (If yours is a portable dishwasher, see page 14 for connecting instructions.) Starting your dishwasher Clean Selector Buttons POTS[...]

  • Page 9

    Optlon Selector Buttons / Cycle Control Knob Selecting a cycle POTS 81 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 IYz to 2 hours, depending on time needed to heat water. HEAVY WASH[...]

  • 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 fo 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[...]

  • Page 12

    Common dishwashing problems PROBLEM CAUSED BY SOLUTION Spotting and tllmlng Hard water Water is not hot enough Not enough detergent, or improper detergent “0ld”detergent Improper loodfng No rinse old AIR DRY Setting used Fill detergent dispensers to capacrty Use dtshwasher de- tergent wfth hfghest avaflable phosphorus content May be necessary t[...]

  • Page 13

    PROBLEM CAUSED BY SOLUTION Dishes not Water is not washlng clean hot enough Improper loading Spray arm or arms not rotating freely Not enough detergent or improper detergent “0ld”detergent. Water pressure may be low, dishwasher is Water temperature should be at least 140°F (6O”CJ. Set water heater thermostat to a higher setting. Run water at[...]

  • Page 14

    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 I. Run water at faucet [...]

  • Page 15

    If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these four 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: . Is the door tightly closed and securely latched? l Has the cycle been[...]

  • Page 16

    Making your world a little easier. Part No. 303821 Rev. B 0 1985 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U.S.A. e Makers, DIshwashers. Built-In Ovens and Surface Units. Ranges, M~ctowave Ovens, Trash Compactors, Room Air Condltloners, Oehumldlllers, Automatic Washers, Clothes Dry[...]