IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE 1. Before Calling for Assistance 2. If You Need Assistance 8’ 3. If You Need Service 4. If You Have a Problem 0 1985 Whirlpool Corporation responslblllty and obllgation to be sure your dishwasher: installer. where it is protected from the elements.
Parts and features Model DU5040XP UPPER SPRAY ARM ADJUSTABL TOP RACK BOTTOM RACK RACK BUMPER DETERGENT DISPENSERS \ SILVERWARE BASK HEATING ELEMENT Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here... When you need service or call with a question, have this information ready: I.
POWER CLEAN” Washing System Your dishwasher cleans by spraying against soiled surfaces of dishes. When a cycle to about the level of the heating spray arms, through the POWER CLEAN Module through the rotating spray arms, Soiled water during a cycle - the number Load dishes so soiled surfaces...
Proper loading Always load dishes so soiled surfaces Water must be able to drain off completely items so spray can reach all surfaces. Top rack loading CUP AND GLASS LOAD The top rack is designed for cups, glasses and smaller items.
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Bottom Make sure pot handles and other do not stop rotation of either the upper lower spray arm. Spray arms must move freely. Securely place heavily soiled cookware face down in rack. DISH Place plates, soup bowls, etc., between prongs and facing the spray.
Adding detergent The kind and amount of dishwasher getting your dishes clean. Read this section Use automatic dlsh- washer detergent only. Other detergents too mild much sudsy to work in the dishwasher. Different brands dishwasher detergent have different amounts of phosphorus. Phospho- rus softens water...
Before starting your dishwasher 1. Spin the Upper Spray Arm to make sure nothing will stop it from turning freely. 2. Close and latch the door. 3. Run hot water at sink nearest washer until it is hot. Turn it off. Starting your dishwasher POTS &...
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Option Selector Buttons Selecting a cycle POTS L PANS Cycle Maximum cleaning for cooked- 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 Cycle time will be about lY2 to 2 hours, depending on time needed...
Energy saving tips You can help save energy If you: 1. Wash full loads. Running a half-filled washer uses the same amount and hot water OS a fully loaded 3. Air dry dishes when you don’t need drying cycle Allow longer (overnight).
Special tips on dishwasher Remember, use your dlshwasher only Some Items are not dlshwasher safe or may requlre Read these special tips. Aluminum: and darkens ity of the dishwasher placing sprinkled discoloration. Colored Follow utensil manufacturers’ China: other. Use the shortest Hand-painted, hot water dishwasher...
Common dishwashing PROBLEM CAUSED BY Spotting Hard water fllmlng Water is not hot enough Not enough detergent, improper detergent “Old” detergent Improper loading No rinse aid AIR DRY Setting used Small partlcles Spray arm or arms not deposlted rotating freely Items “Old”...
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PROBLEM CAUSED BY Dishes Water is not washing clean hot enough Improper loading Spray arm or arms not rotating freely Not enough detergent or improper detergent “0ld”detergent Water pressure be low, dishwasher not filling properly Etching Too much detergent permanent in soft water tllmlng which...
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FSP is a registered al WhIrlpool quality symbol R you need for your Whirlpool FSP replacement WIII fit right and work right, because made to the same exacting used to build every new Whirlpool...
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Home L /Appliances Making your wyrld a little easier Part No. 304132 0 1985 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U.S.A. :e Makers, DIshwashers. Built-In Ovens and Surface Unlts, Ranges. Microwave Ovens, Trash Compactors, Room AM Condltloners. Oehumldlflers. Automatic Washers, Clothes Dry...