Whirlpool UDT518SAHP User Instructions page 8

Prepare and Load the Dishwasher
IMPORTANT: Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks, and other
hard items from the dishes. Remove labels from containers before
washing.
Upper rack
Check that nothing blocks the upper or lower spray arm.
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Items in rack can block
the spray arms.
Check that when the dishwasher door is closed, no items are
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blocking the detergent dispenser.
Tough soiled items should be loaded with soiled surfaces
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facing down and inward to the spray. This will improve
cleaning and drying results.
Avoid overlapping items like bowls or plates that may trap
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food.
Place plastics, small plates, and glasses in the upper rack.
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Wash only plastic items marked "dishwasher safe."
To avoid thumping/clattering noises during operation,
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load dishes so they do not touch one another. Make sure
lightweight load items are secured in the racks.
When loading silverware, always place sharp items pointing
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down. Mix items in each section of the basket with some
pointing up and some down to avoid nesting. Spray cannot
reach nested items.
Use slots in the covers and suggested loading patterns to
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keep your silverware separated for optimum wash.
NOTE: The AnyWare™ silverware basket will fit on the inner door,
on the front of the lower rack, and inside the lower rack.
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Dishwasher Use – Basic Operation
STEP 1
Lower rack
PUSH
Add Detergent
Premeasured DetergentsSLIDE
High-quality premeasured tablets
and packs are recommended for
improved performance.
Quality tablets and packs have
been proven better than powder,
liquid, or gel detergents at
reducing filming on dishes. Using
tablets and packs over time will
start to reduce or eliminate white
film. They are suitable for all
hardness and soil levels. Also,
by using a rinse aid, you can minimize repeat buildup of white
film (not all packs and tablets contain rinse aid). Always place
premeasured detergents in main compartment and slide lid
closed.
NOTE: Follow instructions on the package when using other
dishwasher detergent types.
Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Add detergent just
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before starting a cycle.
Fresh automatic dishwasher detergent results in better
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cleaning. Store tightly closed detergent container in a cool dry
place.
To close lid
Place selected detergent in
the dispenser. Place finger, as
shown, and slide lid closed.
Press firmly until it clicks.
STEP 2
To open lid
Push OPEN, as shown, and the
lid will slide open.