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Whirlpool DU4000XY Use & Care Manual

Whirlpool undercounter dishwasher use and care guide du4000xy
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Appliances
Use & Care Guide
Spray
tower
Water inlet opening
Bottom
rack
Filter system
screen
(not shown)
Silverware
basket
Overfill
protector
Heating
element
Detergent
dispenser
Lower
spray arm
Rinse agent
dispenser
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Access
panel
Model
and
serial
nurirber
Door color
label
panel
(on right side)
UNDERCOUNTER
DISHWASHER ;3.
-93
DU4000XY

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  • Page 1 Water inlet opening Bottom rack Heating element Detergent dispenser Rinse agent dispenser UNDERCOUNTER Appliances Home Access panel Door color panel DISHWASHER ;3. DU4000XY Filter system screen (not shown) Silverware basket Overfill protector Lower spray arm Model serial nurirber label (on right side)

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    For Best Results Special tips ... Common Dishwashing Problems If You Need Service Or Assistance Whirlpool Dishwasher Warranty 0 1993 Whirlpool Corporation Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance. Please complete and mail the Owner tration Card provided with this product.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions To reduce dishwasher, Read all instructions before using the dishwasher. Properly connect to electricity and water. DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRICALLY GROUNDED. Read the Installation Instructions for details. Be sure your dishwasher is installed on a level floor that will hold the weight, and in an area suitable for its size and use.

  • Page 4: Starting Your Dishwasher

    Operating Instructions Continued Maln Wash Starting your dishwasher 1. Select a drying option. 2. Turn the Cycle Control Knob clockwise to point to WASH. The dishwasher will automatically slat-t the cycle. What happens in the cycle The WASH cycle is used to wash and dry moderate lo heavily soiled loads.

  • Page 5: Proper Loading

    Proper Loading glass load Mixed load Preparation for loading it is not necessary to rinse dishes putting them into the dishwasher. Just remove large pieces and quantities of food and bones. The filtering system helps keep food particles out of the wash water. Small particles are flushed away as water is pumped out.
  • Page 6 Proper Loading Continued Mixed load Utensil load Bottom rack loading Items with cooked-on or dried-on food should be loaded in the bottom rack, with soiled surfaces facing inward to the spray. Mixed load Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation of the lower spray arm.

  • Page 7: Adding Detergent

    Adding Detergent Liquid dishwasher detergent s ===c Powdered dishwasher detergent See phosphorus content on product Coyer Cover Latch Use both sections Hard Medium soft What kind of detergent Use automatic dishwasher Other detergents are too mild and much too sudsy to work in the dishwasher.

  • Page 8: Using Rinse Agent Dispenser

    Using Rinse Agent Dispenser Keep rinse agent dispenser filled for Rinse agent dispenser Keep Ihe rinse agenl dispenser filled with a liqurd rinse agenl such as Jel-Dry.” A rinse agent greatly improves the drying of dishes helping water flow off of them during last rinse.

  • Page 9: For Best Results

    For Best Results Hot water is a must Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing detergent. Hot water dissolves grease on dishes and helps dry glasses spot-free. Make certain loads are washed in hot water. Maintain a 140°F (60°C) water supply at central water heater.
  • Page 10 For Best Results Continued Energy saving tips You can help save energy if you: 1. Wash full loads. Running a half-filled dishwasher uses the same amount of electricity and hot water as a fully loaded machine. 2. Air dry dishes when you don’t need a rapid drying cycle.

  • Page 11: Common Dishwashing Problems

    Common Dishwashing Problems Spotting and filming Hard water Fill detergent dispensers to capacrty Use dishwasher detergent with highest available phosphorus content. May be necessary to install water softener. To remove spots and film, try a vinegar rinse... 1. Wash and rinse load as usual. Use Air Dry Option.
  • Page 12 Common Dishwashing Problems Continued Dishes not washing clean Water is not hot enough Waler temperalure should be at least 140’F (6O.C). Set water heater lhermostal lo a higher selling. Run waler al sink until hol before starting. Improper loading Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded so spray reaches all surfaces and ilems drain properly.

  • Page 13: If You Need Service Or Assistance

    Whirlpool applrance. To locate FSP replacement refer to Step 3 above or call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center number in Step 2. 5. If you are not satisfied problem was solved*...
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  • Page 16: Whirlpool Dishwasher Warranty

    C. Pick up and delivery. This product is designed to be reparred In the home. D. Damage to dishwasher caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool. E. Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized...

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