Whirlpool DU8903XL Use & Care Manual

Undercounter dishwasher

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UNDERCOUNTER
DISHWASHER
Model DU8903XL
s, freezers,
Refrigerator-freezers,
Ice Makers,
Dishwashers,
Bwlt-In
Ovens
and Surface
Un~ls, Ranges,
Microwave
Ovens.
Trash Compactors,
Room Air Condllloners,
Oehumldlflc

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  • Page 1 UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER Model DU8903XL s, freezers, Refrigerator-freezers, Ice Makers, Dishwashers, Bwlt-In Ovens and Surface Un~ls, Ranges, Microwave Ovens. Trash Compactors, Room Air Condllloners, Oehumldlflc...
  • Page 2 Silverware and Cutlery Baskets ADDING DETERGENT RINSE AID DISPENSER STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER Selecting a Cycle 01984 Whirlpool use your dishwasher It is your personal Is installed by a qualified Has been installed Has been installed Has been properly Has been...
  • Page 3: Parts And Features

    Parts and features Model DU8903XL ADJUSTABLE TOP RACK UPPER SPRAY ARM < RACK BUMPER BOTTOM RACK WITH FOLD DOWN DIVIDER SILVERWARE BASKET DETERGENT DISPENSERS RINSE AID DISPENSER USER GUIDE (Permanent HEATING ELEMENT Copy your Model and Serial When you need service...
  • Page 4: Power Clean* Washing System

    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 arm&through the POWER CLEAN Module through the rotating spray arms. Soiled water during a cycle - the number Load dishes so soiled surfaces...
  • Page 5: Proper Loading

    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.
  • Page 6: Bottom Rack Loading

    Bottom rack loading Place plates, soup bowls, etc., between prongs and facing the spray. Securely place heavily soiled face down in rack. NOTE: Do not load glasses, cups or plastic in the bottom rack. When lower rack is removed, with bumpers in front.
  • Page 7: Adding Detergent

    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...
  • Page 8: Starting Your Dishwasher

    Starting your dishwasher 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 washer until it is hot. Push Cycle Selector Button for the de- sired cycle.
  • Page 9: Selecting An Option

    Option Selector Buttons DELAY WASH Control Selecting an option The AIR DRY Option Air in the dishwasher is automatically all cycles except RINSE & HOLD. If the AIR DRY Option is selected, Using the AIR DRY Option helps save energy, dry [overnight) and some water spotting as plastics)
  • Page 10: Using Cancel Drain

    Using CANCEL DRAIN CANCEL Push CANCEL DRAIN DRAIN Button any cycle at any time for any reason. All dishwasher tion will stop water will drain the dishwasher. The draining will take about 2 minutes. RINSE/DRY Signal Light will be on during time.
  • Page 11: Energy Saving Tips

    Energy saving tips You can help save energy if you: 1. Wash full loads. Running a half-filled 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.
  • Page 12: Special Tips On Dishwasher Use

    Special tips on dishwasher use Remember, use your dishwasher Some items are not dishwasher safe or may require Read these special tips. Aluminum: and darkens ity of the dishwasher placing sprinkled discoloration. Colored Follow utensil manufacturers’ China: other. Use the CHINA CRYSTAL Cycle Hand-painted, hot water dishwasher...
  • Page 13: Common Dishwashing Problems

    Common dishwashing problems PROBLEM CAUSED BY Spottlng Hard water tllmlng Water is not hot enough Not enough detergent, improper detergent “0ld”detergent Improper loading No rinse aid AIR DRY Setting used Small partlcles Spray arm or arms not rotating freely deposlted Items “Old”...
  • Page 14 PROBLEM CAUSED BY Dishes Water is not washing clean hot enough Improper loading Spray arm or arms not rotating freely Not enough detergeni or improper detergent “0ld”detergent. Water pressure be low, dishwasher not filling properly , ._- .__-~,... ml”--.-. s-._, - - -as .*w *.
  • Page 15 FSP is o registered of Whirlpool Corporation quality parts. took symbol of quality R you need a replacement for your Whirlpool FSP replacement will fit right and work right, because made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool assis- 4.
  • Page 16 Whirlnool Home % Appliances Making your world a little easier Part No. 303816 Printed in U.S.A. 01984 Whirlpool Corporation :e Makers. Dlshrashers, Bwlt-In Ovens and Surface Untts, Ranges, MIcrowave Ovens, Trash Compactors, Room Au Condltloners, Oehumldlfws, Automatic Washers, Clolhes...

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