Whirlpool DU8350XT User's Manual
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1. Whi ol UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER Model DU8350XT Series Contents BEFORE YOU USE YOUR DISHWASHER IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PARTS AND FEATURES FOR BEST RESULTS The Filtering System Wate Must Be Hot Quiet Operating Tips PROPER LOADING Top Rack Loading Bottom Rack Loading TEES Silverware Basket Loading ADDING DETERGENT The Detergent Dispenser o Q Ke c JO 0 OUO I D B I COMO ND Q Q t How Much Detergent to Use RINSE AID DISPENSER BEFORE STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER Selecting a Cycle HEAT DRY or AIR DRY Changing a Setting To Add a Dish After Starting ENERGY SAVING TIPS SPECIAL TIPS ON DISHWASHER USE COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE WHIRLPOOL DISHWASHER WARRANTY 1989 Whirlpool Corporation Before you use your dishwasher It is your responsibility to be sure your dishwasher s properly maintained A WARNING e Read all instructions before using the dishwasher e DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRICALLY GROUNDED Read the Installation Instruc tions for details e 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 e When discarding an old dishwasher al ways remove the door to prevent acciden tal entrapment e REMEMBER use your dishwasher only for the job it was designed to do e Store dishwasher det2. 4 Press door firmly to latch it The dishwasher will automatically start the new cycle To add a dish after starting 1 To be sure the added item is washed and rinsed make sure the Cycle Control Knob has not passed LIGHT WASH 2 Lift up on the door latch to unlatch the door and stop the cycle Dont open the door until the spray arms stop spinning 3 Open the door and add the dish 4 Close the door Do not latch it Wait 30 sec onds for air in the dishwasherto warm up This helps reduce the amount of moisture that can come from the vent when restarting the cycle 5 Press door firmly to latch it The dishwasher will automatically start where it stopped m nu O Aa rm n gt Le E zZ a gt a z Q lt le c Q eo gt u m wa Energy saving tips You can help save energy if you Cr CR v iW p 3 Y Y WS j SIA eA U VS 1 Wash full loads Running a half filled dish washer uses the same amount of electricity and hot water as a fully loaded machine AINSE amp HOLD USE AIR DAY LIGHT WASH NORMAL WASH e POTS amp PANS NC 2 Use the LIGHT WASH Cycle for normally soiled loads It uses less hot water and energy than other wash cycles 3 Air dry dishes when you don t need a rapid drying cycle Allow longer drying times overnight 10 4 Load correctly for best washing results In correct loading may cause poor
3. do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Outside the United States a different warranty may apply For details please contact your franchised Whirlpool distributor or military exchange Tmk gt Whirlpool 1989 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U S A akers Dishwashers Built In Ovens and Surface Units Ranges Microwave Ovens Trash Compactors Room Air Conditioners Dehumidifiers Automalic Washers Clothes Dryers Freezers Retrigerato el
4. in the water heater and the hot water pipes HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE To prevent injury or damage before using your dishwasher turn on all hot water faucets and allow water to run for several minutes This will allow gases to escape Do not smoke or use any openflame nearthe faucet while it is open Disconnect electrical power to the dish washer before attempting to service SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Parts and features Model DU8350XT Series UPPER SPRAY ARM SPRAY TOWER TOP RACK LOWER SPRAY ARM BOTTOM RACK MODEL AND SERIAL N LA RACK BUMPER POLOS SILVERWARE BASKET THE OVERFLOW PROTECTOR is designed to prevent too much water from entering the dish washer It is not removable RINSE AID DISPENSER USER GUIDE Permanent Lab DOOR AND ACCESS E COLOR PANEL PE PUMP GUARD FILTER SYSTEM Screen and Removable Pump Guard Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance Please complete and mail the Owner Regis tration Card provided with this product Then complete the form below Have this information ready if you need service or call with a question Copy Moa l and Serial Numbers from plate See Model Number diagram a vove and purchase date from sales slip Serial Number e Keep this b ok and sales slip together in a handy place Purchase Date Service Company Phone Number CE CIN EE RNA ASE A ALIIYS ISN NOA 340439 For Best Results You
5. they don t nest together Spray can reach nested items M i Mix items in each section of the basket with some pointing up and some down Small items baby bottle caps jar lids etc can be put in any section A WARNING Personal Safety Hazard To avoid cuts from sharp items knives forks skewers etc make sure these items are put in point down Make sure sharp items knives forks skewers etc are put in point down The silverware basket can beloaded while it s in place on the door or it can be taken out for loading on the counter ortable It can also be removed for easy un loading Always unload or remove the basket before unloading the racks to avoid spilling water droplets on the silverware To remove the basket slide it toward the top of the door by the handle Lift it off the holding buttons Replace it in reverse order To open the basket unhook the latch as shown Be sure the cover is completely latched before pulling out the bottom rack and before closing the dishwasher door Adding detergent The kind and amount of dishwasher detergent you use is an important part of getting your dishes clean Read this section carefully Use automatic dish washer detergent only Other detergents are too mild and much too sudsy to work in the dishwasher Different brands of dishwasher detergent have different amounts of phosphorus Phos phorus softens water and helps prevent w
6. Is the water turned on e Have you checked your home s main fuses or circuit breaker box e Is the dishwasher wired into a live circuit with the proper voltage e If the motor has stopped because of an over load it will automatically reset itself within a few minutes If the motor does not start call for service If your dishwasher seems to run too long e Are you using POTS amp PANS Cycle The dish washer may be waiting for the water to heat e s your household water temperature set too low Low water temperature settings will cause longer dishwasher operating times If water remains in the dishwasher e Has the cycle completed e A small amount of remaining water is normal e Is drain air gap clogged If detergent remains in the covered detergent cup e Is the bottom rack in backwards The rack bumpers should be at the front e Isthe dishwasher detergent fresh and dry with out lumps e is the cycle completed 2 If you need assistance Call Whirlpool COOL LINE service as sistance telephone number Dial free from anywhere in the U S 1 800 253 1304 and talk with one of our trained consultants The consultant can instruct you in how to obtain sat isfactory operation from your appliance or if service is necessary recommend a qualified service company in your area 14 3 If you need service Whirlpool has a nationwide net work of franchised TECH CARE Serv ice Companies TECH CARE serv
7. NE service assistance number in Step 2 If you must call or write please provide model number serial number date of purchase and a complete description of the problem This infor mation is needed in order to better respond to your request for assistance IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE A V Z W 1 WHIRLPOOL DISHWASHER WARRANTY e LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects From Date of Purchase in materials or workmanship Service must be provided by a franchised TECH CARE service company LIMITED NINE YEAR WARRANTY FSP replacement of the porcelain tub and or DURAPERM inner Second Through Tenth Year From door should they fail to contain water due to defective materials Date of Purchase or workmanship WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR A Service calls to 1 Correct the installation of the dishwasher 2 Instruct you how to use the dishwasher 3 Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing B Repairs when dishwasher is used in other than normal single family household use C Pick up and delivery This productis designed to be repaired 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 Any labor costs during limited warranty WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states
8. aches all surfaces and items drain properly Do not ov erload Do not nest items Make sure large items do not block spray from reaching detergent dispensers Does the rinse aid dispenser need filling See instructions on poge 7 Drying without heat may result in some spotting of glasses and silver Check spray arms to make sure they turn freely after load ing Be sure a utensil has not prevented theirturning Use only fresh dishwasher detergent Store tightly closed container in cool dry place Discard old detergent Do not fill dispensers until ready to start dishwasher Use more dishwasher detergent Use detergent with high est available phosphorus content especially with hard water Water temperature should be at least 140 F 60 C Set water heater thermostat to a higher setting Run water at sink until hot before starting If water pressure is iow do not use water for other purposes while dishwasheris running to assure correct fills Water temperature should be at least 140 F 60 C Set water heater thermostat to a higher setting Run water at sink until hot before starting Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded so spray reaches all surfaces and items drain properly Do not ov erload Do not nest items Fill rinse aid dispenser Allow more time when using AIR DRY Option or use HEAT DRY Plastic items may need towel drying Use care in loading aluminum utensils especially any lightweight foil containe
9. anese filter to home water supply Rinse flatware that is to stand for several hours before washing use Rinse amp Hold Clean stained items with silver polish and re wash Do not put stainless steel and silver flatware in the same silverware basket compartment Direct contcct between these metals can cause perma nent damage to the silver Remove spots with silver polish Avoid spilling concentrated detergent on wet flatware Remove tarnish with silver polish Have silver replated Allow dishwasher to complete cycle Some plumbing codes require use of a drain air gap be tween an undercounter dishwasher and the drain system of the house The air gap is usually located above the sink or on the top of the counter near the dishwasher to prevent the possibility of water backing up from the drain into the dish washer due to a plugged drain The drain air gap is NOT a part of the dishwasher and is NOT covered by the dish washer warranty The drain air gap should be kept clean to ensure proper draining of the dishwasher 13 o O z O z D o e If you need service or assistance we suggest you follow these five steps 1 Before calling for assistance Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind If your dishwasher will not run or stops during acycle els the door tightly closed and securely latched e Has the cycle been correctly set e
10. ater spots on dishes If water is hard and phosphorus content is low 6 0 or less you may need to use more detergent or use a brand with a higher phosphorus content 8 7 or higher Do not add detergent until you are ready to wash Fresh automatic dishwasher detergent is necessary for best washing results Store detergent tightly closed in a cool dry place PHOSPHORUS STENT How much detergent to use The detergent dispenser The detergent dispenser has one section with a cover and one without Put detergent in both sections for cycles with two washes Put detergent in the covered section only for cycles with one wash Push the cover down until it is latched Detergent in the open section falls into the dish washer when the door is closed The covered sec tion opens automatically when the main wash starts NOTE it is normal for cover to open partially when dispensing detergent The cover will open fully when the door is opened COVER LATCH Use both sections for POTS amp PANS Cycle Use covered section for LIGHT WASH Cycle NORMAL WASH Cycle The amount of detergent to use e HARD Fili 10r both sections to top line depends on the hardness of your A d if water hardness is 8 or more grains water If too little is used dishes won t be clean However if too much is used in soft water glassware will begin to etch Find out your waters hardness by asking your
11. ay reaches all surfaces and items drain properly Do not ov erload Do not nest items Make sure large items do not block spray from reaching detergent dispensers Check spray arms to make sure they turn freely after load ing Be sure a utensil has not prevented their turning Use more dishwasher detergent Use detergent with high est available phosphorus content especially with hard water Use only fresh dishwasher detergent Store tightly closed container in cool dry place Discard old detergent Do not fill dispensers until ready to start dishwasher If water pressure is low do not use water for other purposes while dishwasher is running to assure Correct fills Check for rainbow hue on glasses A rainbow hue is the first sign of etching corrosion of glass Reduce the amount of dishwasher detergent Use a detergent with a lower phosphorus content If water pressure is low do not use water for other purposes while dishwasher is running to assure correct water fills Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded properly to assure adequate rinsing and draining Do not overload Temporary remedy 1 Set empty dishwasher for a one wash cycle 2 Start dishwasher and unlatch door to stop if when it has filled forthe wash part of the cycle 3 Add 4 to cup 120 to 240 mL of citric acid crystals usually available in drugstores 4 Close and latch doorto complete cycle Permanent solution Install an iron or mang
12. eat in a slow oven for an hour or two Plastics Many plastics will have Dishwasher Safe written on them Some plastics are heat sensitive and may melt or warp TIPS If in doubt try one piece Place in upper rack only AIR DRY option provides additional protection Non stick finish utensils Most can be washed in the dishwasher TIPS Follow manufacturers suggestions Wood Many wooden items will crack and warp or lose their finish TIPS Do not wash cutting boards wooden salad bowls or knives with wooden handles in the dishwasher Pewter or pewter like materials May streak discolor and pit TIPS To keep pewter at its very best hand wash with mild detergent Dishwasher care amp cleaning Exterior Regular use of a soft damp cloth or sponge and a mild detergent is all that is necessary in most cases to keep the outside of your dishwasher nice looking and clean Interior Hard water minerals may cause a white film to build up on the inside surfaces especially just beneath the door area Wear rubber gloves when cleaning the dishwasher interior Do not use any type of cleanser other than dishwasher detergent because it may cause foaming or sudsing m za m lt lt Z O 5 27 e on v m O e ni on Common dishwashing problems 12 PROBLEM Spotting and fliming Small particies deposited on items Dishes not dry Black marks on dishes Chipping or breakin
13. ergent in a cool dry place WHERE CHILDREN CAN T REACH IT e Use ONLY detergents and rinse aids recom mended for use in a dishwasher Locate sharp items and knives so that they are not likely to damage door seal or cut the user e DO NOT let children play in or on the dishwasher e DO NOT reach into the area below the bot e ts installed by a qualified installer e Has been installed where it is protected from the elements e Has been installed on a floor strong enough to support its weight e Has been properly connected to electricity water and drain e Has been properly electrically grounded e Has had all hang tags and temporary labels removed s not used by children or anyone unable to operate it properly See Installation Instructions for complete information Important safety instructions To reduce fhe risk of fire electrical shock or injury when using your dishwasher follow basic precautions including the following tom rack until the heating element has cooled for at least 20 minutes e DO NOT wash plastic items unless marked Dishwasher Safe or the equivalent If not marked check manufacturer s recommen dations DO NOT use your dishwasher unless all en closure panels are properly in place e DO NOT sit on stand on or abuse the dish washer door or dish racks e DO NOT tamper with controls e If hot water has not been used recently usually two weeks or longer hydrogen gases may build up
14. g glassware CAUSED BY Hard water Water is not hot enough Not enough detergent or improper detergent Old detergent Improper loading No rinse aid AIR DRY Setting used Spray arm or arms not rotating freely Old detergent Not enough detergent or improper detergent Water is not hot enough Water pressure may be low dishwasher is not filling properly Water is not hot enough Improper loading No rinse aid AIR DRY Setting used Aluminum utensils rubbing against items during washing improper loading SOLUTION Fill detergent dispensers to capacity Use dishwasher de tergent 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 2 Remove all metal items 3 Put 2 cups 500 mL white vinegar in a container on the bottom rack 4 Run dishwasherthrough a complete washing cycle Water temperature should be at least 140 F 60 C Set water heater thermostat to a higher setting Run water at sink until hot before starting Use more dishwasher detergent Use detergent with high est available phosphorus content especially with hard water Use only fresh dishwasher detergent Store tightly closed container in cool dry place Discard old detergent Do not fill dispensers until ready to start dishwasher Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded so spray re
15. hours depending on time needed to heat water Lops moz 70 tvz moz 3 XU CH NORMAL WASH Cycle A double wash for normal to heav ily soiled loads The Energy Guide Label data is based on this cycle Cycle time is about 63 minutes 70 w w S S R H H Y moz LIGHT WASH Cycle Fornormal everyday soiled loads Cycle time is about 58 minutes mt z 79 Ivg R D b N R S Y E UGHT WASH 9 NORMAL WASH ry POTS amp PANS OFF a CYCLE CONTROL KNOB RINSE amp HOLD Cycle For rinsing a few items to be washed one or more days later Cycle time is about 12 minutes Use AIR DRY only mo zZ 20 A HEAT DRY or AIR DRY If the HEAT DRY Option is selected air in the dishwasher is heated during the dry part of the cycle If the AIR DRY Option is selected air in the dishwasher is not heated Using this option helps save energy but dishes take longerto dry over night and some water spotting may result Some items such as plastics may need towel drying For best results use a liquid rinse aid such as Jet Dry Changing a setting You can change a setting anytime during any cycle 1 Lift up on the door latch to unlatch the door and stop the cycle Don t open the door until the spray arms stop spinning 2 Turn the Cycle Control Knob clockwise to the Cycle you want 3 Be sure the detergent dispensers are filled properly for the new cycle
16. ice technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate TECH CARE service in your area call our COOL LINE service assistance telephone number see Step 2 or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under lt gt Whirl ol a TECH CARE FRANCHISED SERVICE ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES MAJOR REPAIRING amp PARTS APPLIANCES HOUSEHOLD MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR oR WASHING MACHINES DRYERS amp IRONERS SERVICING WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 23 Mapie 999 9999 4 If you have a problem Call our COOL LINE service assistance tele phone number see Step 2 andtalk with one of our consultants or if you prefer write to Mr Donald Skinner Director of Customer Relations Whirlpool Corporation 2000 M 63 Benton Harbor MI 42322 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence 5 If you need FSP replacement parts FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Cor poration for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your Whiripool appliance FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appliance To locate FSP replacement parts in your area refer to Step 3 above or call the Whirlpool COOL LI
17. local water depart ment water soffener company or gt county extension agent A Rinse aid dispenser per gallon or 136 or more parts per million e MEDIUM Fill 1 or both sections to mid dle line if water hardness is 5 to 7 grains per gallon or 85 to 119 parts per million e SOFT Fill 1 or both sections to bottom line if water hardness is 0 to 4 grains per gallon or 0 to 68 parts per million A rinse aid helps keep water from forming droplets and drying as spots Keep the dispenser filled with a rinse aid such as Jet Dry A small amount is released automatically during the final rinse of each cycle Check the dispenser periodically to see if it needs refilling An E will be visible inside dispenser when it is empty Make sure dishwasher door is fully open when refilling Do not fill past the smallest opening in the lower part of the dispenser If you overfill excess rinse aid can come out This will not harm the dishwasher Keep the dispenser fill cap tightly closed 5 2D O uv m a gt c Z Q L 2 oO 9 z e O m m 7 m Z E e lac zZ e m gt O Before starting your dishwasher 4 2 Starting your dishwasher Read Important Safety Instructions on page 2 before starting your dishwasher Spin the Upper and Lower Spray Arms to make sure nothing will stop them from turning freely Push door firmly when closing and it will auto matically latch Run h
18. o not allow pieces fo touch each other Test one piece by washing it daily in the dishwasher for several weeks Then compare it with the rest of the set to see if colors have changed Crystal and decorative glasses Crystal can break from sudden exposure to high water temperature Metal trim and colorful decoration on glass will fade in time when washed in the dishwasher NOTE Delicate antique items should not be washed in the dishwasher TIPS Load crystal carefully in top rack only Be sure to load a few larger items in the bottom rack to reduce amount of force of water spray reaching glassware from lower spray arm Use the shortest cycle Flatware Salty and acidic foods may tarnish silver and stainless flatware if allowed to remain on the utensils A film may form on sterling silver and silver plate items washed in a dishwasher This film is caused by a reaction of silver with chlorine in the detergent Gold flatware is not dishwasher safe The adhesive used in some flatware with hollow handles is not heat resistant causing the handles to come off in the dishwasher Wash by hand TIPS Rinse flatware as soon as possible especially if itis notto be washed right away Dishwasher detergent may remove antique finishes Wash by hand Tarnish and film build up can be removed with silver polish Cast iron utensils the seasoned finish will be removed in the dishwasher Rusting will result TIPS Wash by hand To re season coat with unsalted fat and h
19. ot water at sink nearest dishwasher until it is hot Turn it off POTS amp PANS Cycle 1 Turn Cycle Control Knob clockwise to dot marked POTS amp PANS POTS amp PANS and NOR MAL WASH Cycles share the same spot on the dial The Selector Buttons determine which Cycle operates The dishwasher will auto matically start Push the POTS amp PANS Selector Button only The HEAT DRY option is preset The AIR DRY option cannot be selected LIGHT WASH Cycle 1 Turn Cycle Control Knob clockwise to dot marked LIGHT WASH The dishwasher will au tomatically start 2 Push the HEAT DRY or AIR DRY Selector Button Selecting a cycle CYCLE SELECTOR BUTTON OPTION SELECTOR BUTTON NORMAL WASH Cycle 1 2 Turn Cycle Control Knob clockwise to dot marked NORMAL WASH NORMAL WASH and POTS amp PANS Cycles share the same spot on the dial The Selector Buttons determine which cycle operates The dishwasher will automatically start Push the HEAT DRY or AIR DRY Selector Button RINSE amp HOLD Cycle 1 Turn Cycle Control Knob clockwise to dot marked RINSE amp HOLD The dishwasher will automatically start 2 Push the AIR DRY Selector Button only POTS amp PANS Cycle Maximum cleaning for cooked or 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 1 2 to 2
20. ovable pump guard help eliminate pre rinsing by removing food particles from the 3 Press the outside wall of the pump guard at the center to release the latch 4 Lift out and rinse clean To replace the pump guard 1 Insert pump guard legs on inside wall into matching openings in filter screen 2 Press down on outside wall until latch snaps into place 3 Replace bottom rack with rack bumpers in front Water must be hot For best cleaning and drying results water should be atleast 4 Turn on hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher Let water run until it is as hot as possible h 2 Hold a candy or meat thermometer in the stream of hot water to measure the temperature 3 If the temperature is too low have a qualified person raise the water heater thermostat setting or interfere with either of the spray arms rotation e Load dishes so they don t touch one another NOTE Keep sink drain plugs inserted during dishwasher operation to prevent noise trans fer through drains Proper loading Always load dishes so soiled surfaces are reached by spray from rotating spray arms Water must be able to drain off completely for best drying results Be careful to separate items so spray can reach all surfaces Top rack loading CUP AND GLASS LOAD The top rack is designed for cups glasses e Place items in the rows between prongs and smaller items Placing them over the prongs can lead e Place so open ends face down fo
21. r Place so they do not touch dishes Remove black marks with plastic scouring pad anda mild abrasive cleanser Do not overload Load glasses in the top rack only Load between prongs not over them Glasses loaded over prongs will not be supported and may chip or break PROBLEM Dishes not washing clean Cloudy flim on glassware etching permanent corrosion Dishes amp interlor of dishwasher yellow or brown Rust spots on stainless steel OR Dark spots on flatware stainless steel sliver plate or sterling Bronze tarnish on silverplate Water leftin bottom of dishwasher CAUSED BY Water is not hot enough Improper loading Spray arm or arms not rotating freely Not enough detergent orimproper detergent Old detergent Water pressure may be low dishwasher is not filling properly Too much detergent in soft water Inadequate rinsing Iron or manganese in water Allowing salty or acidic foods such as mayonnaise vinegar fruit juices salad dressings milk products to remain on flatware Undissolved detergent coming in contact with flatware Silverplate is worn off Exposed base metal takes on a bronzed hue Dishwasher cycle not completed Clogged drain air gap SOLUTION Water temperature should be at least 140 F 60 C Set water heater thermostat to a higher setting Run water at sink until hot before starting Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded so spr
22. r clean to breakage ing and draining e Be sure lightweight items are held firmly e Load glasses in top rack only Bottom in place rack is not designed for glasses Damage e China crystal and other delicate items may occur must not touch each other during dish washer operation Damage may occur MIXED LOAD UTENSIL LOAD e Load plastic items in the top rack only e Small bowls pans and other utensils can Only plastic items marked dishwasher be placed in the top rack safe are recommended e Plastic items can be melted in the bottom rack e Items with cooked on or dried on foods should be loaded in the bottom rack with soiled surfaces facing the spray ONICVO1 dIidOdd SIINSII 1 38 AO Bottom rack loading e Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation of eitherthe upperorlower spray arm Spray arms must move freely Load items so they do not block or cover the spray tower Securely place heavily soiled cookware face down in rack e Place plates soup bowls etc between prongs and facing the spray UTENSIL LOAD e Load cookie sheets cake pans and other large items at sides or back Loading such items in front may keep water spray from reaching detergent dispenser and silverware basket NOTE e Do not load glasses cups or plastic items in the bottom rack e When lower rack is removed replace with bumpers in front Silverware basket loading Load orks ana spoons so
23. r dishwasher cleans by spraying a mix ture of hot clean water and detergent against soiled surfaces of dishes When a cycle is started the dishwasher fills with waterto about the level of the heating element This water is pumped through the rotating spray arms drained through the filter system which re moves food and soil and pumped back through the rotating spray arms Soiled water is pumped out and replaced with clean water during a cycle the number of times depends on the cycle being used water The filtering system It is not necessary to rinse dishes before 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 Larger particles are trapped in the pump guard To remove the pump guard for cleaning 1 Wait at least 20 minutes after a cycle for the heating element to cool down 2 Unload and remove the bottom rack 140 F 60 C Check Water Temperature Quiet operating tips To avoid thumping and clattering noises during operation e Make sure lightweight load items are secured in the rack e Make sure pot lids and handles pizza pans cookie sheets etc do not touch interior walls 4 Load dishes so soiled surfaces face pow erful spray from rotating arms The self cleaning filtering system and rem
24. washing and the need to rewash all or part of the load 5 Don t pre rinse normally soiled dishes Se lect the correct cycle for the load and use the recommended amount of detergent for good washing results without hand rinsing 6 Use your dishwasher during off peak hours Local utilities recommend this to avoid heavy usage of energy at certain times of day 7 Kitchen cleanup can be done quickly and efficiently through the use of your dishwasher Most appliance parts that can fit in the dish washer can be cleaned by it Burned on soil however should be cleaned by hand Special tips on dishwasher use Remember use your dishwasher only for the job it was designed io do Some items are not dishwasher safe or may require special care Read these special tips for the following items Aluminum Aluminum loses its bright shiny appearance and darkens in color due to minerals in the water and the alkalinity of the dishwasher detergent Colored aluminum may fade TIPS If washed in the dishwasher avoid placing directly in front of detergent dispenser where it could be sprinkled with undissolved detergent causing spotting pitting and discoloration Follow utensil manufacturers cleaning instructions China Hand painted metal trimmed and antique china fade due to high water temperatures and alkaline detergent solution in the dishwasher NOTE Delicate antique items should not be washed in the dishwasher TIPS Load china carefully D
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