Operating The Dishwasher; Operating Instructions; Starting Your Dishwasher - Whirlpool DU018DW Use And Care Manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Starting Your Dishwasher

1. Load dishwasher and add detergent (see
page 8).
2. Select desired energy option.
3. Turn the cycle indicator knob clockwise to
the desired cycle.
Cycles
Note: Cycle time and water usage shown are approximate.
Rocker Switch
POTS & PANS cycle
For pots, pans, casseroles and
dinnerware with dried-on or baked-on
soils.
Cycle Time: 90 min.
Water Usage: 9.3 gal.
35.2 liters
HEAVY WASH cycle
For heavily soiled dishes.
Cycle Time: 84 min.
Water Usage: 8.0 gal.
30.3 liters
NORMAL WASH cycle
For normally soiled dishes.
Cycle Time: 78 min.
Water Usage: 6.7 gal.
25.4 liters
SHORT WASH cycle
For pre-rinsed or lightly soiled dishes.
Cycle Time: 72 min.
Water Usage: 5.3 gal.
20.1 liters
RINSE & HOLD cycle
For rinsing dishes that will be washed
later. Use the Energy Saver Dry (air
dry) option. Do not use detergent.
Cycle Time: 9 min.
Water Usage: 1.3 gal.
4.9 liters
Cycle Indicator Knob
4. Turn on hot water faucet nearest the
dishwasher and let run until water is hot.
5. Firmly close dishwasher door to start
cycle.
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