Whirlpool DU9700XT User's Manual
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1. THE POWER CLEAN MODULE is designed t0 keep the wash and rinse water clean If also grinds up and removes food particles During grinding some sounds will be heard Tmk Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date Service Company and Telephone Number SLUWd AlddVS ISN NOA 140439 POWER CLEAN Washing System Your dishwasher cleans by spraying a mixture of hot clean water and detergent against soiled surfaces of dishes When a cycle is started the dishwasher fills with water to about the level of the heating element This water is pumped through the rotating spray arms through the POWER CLEAN Module which removes food particles and 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 Load dishes so soiled surfaces face pow erful spray from rotating arms The POWER CLEAN Module removes food particles from the water stores them then washes them down the drain Step saving preparation for washing it is not necessary to rinse dishes before putting them into the dishwasher Just remove large pieces bones and other hard items The POWER CLEAN Module will remove food parti cles from the water It contains a chopping de vice which will reduce the size of food items hard items such as fruit seeds nuts and egg shells ente the POWER CLEAN Module you Hot water is a2. 1 Read all instructions before using the dishwasher 2 00 NOT let children play in on the dishwasher 3 DO NOT reach into the area below the botom rack until the Heating Element has cooled for at least 20 minutes DO NOT wash plastic items unless marked Dishwasher Safe or the equiv alent If not marked check manufacturer s recommendations Store dishwasher detergent in a cool dry place WHERE CHILDREN CAN T REACH IT Use ONLY detergents and rinse aids rec ommended for use in a dishwasher REMEMBER use your dishwasher only for the job it was designed to do Locate sharp items and knives so that they are not likely to damage door seal or cut the user Properly connectto electricity and water DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRICALLY GROUNDED Read the Installation Instruc tions for details including the following 11 DO NOT use your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place 12 Be sure your dishwasher is installed on a level floor that will hold weight and in an area suitable for its size and use 13 DO NOT sit stand on or abuse the dish washer door or dish racks 44 DO NOT tamper with controls 15 When discarding an old dishwasher al ways remove the door to prevent acci dental entrapment WARNING If hot water has not been used recently usually two weeks or longer hydrogen gases may build up in the water heater and the hot water pipes HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPL
3. HEAT DRY When HEAT DRY is selected the air in the dish washer is heated during the dry portion of any program except RINSE Hi TEMP When HI TEMP is selected the water for the main wash and final rinse is heated to 145 F 63 C POTS amp PANS has fhe HI TEMP option pre programmed into it HI TEMP can not be selected with RINSE or CHINA programs HITEMP HEAT DRY A Dry Option will show in the display with HI TEMP Be sure to select the desired Dry Option HEAT DRY or AIR DRY in combination with HI TEMP e Touch SELECT OPTION pad until HI TEMP indicators are shown in the display e Option indicators will snow in the display if they cannot be selected with a program RINSE POTS amp PANS or CHINA e You can change an option while the program is running by touching the SELECT OPTION pad be changed any time the display is on including during a program When the RINSE program is selected options are not available When POTS amp PANS or CHINA program is selected only HEAT DRY and AIR DRY options are available Using PROGRAM MEMORY The use of PROGRAM MEMORY lets you store the complete dishwashing program that you most fre Quently use PROGRAM To set PROGRAM MEMORY for the first time 4 Touch PROGRAM MEMORY pad once The PRO GRAM Indicator will show on the display 2 Select the dishwashing Program Options and Delay Hours This is done by touching the SELECT PROGRAM SELECT OPTION and DELAY pads
4. dishes so they don t touch one another NOTE Keep sink drain plugs inserted during dishwasher operation to prevent noise trans fer through drains Imk 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 Te top rack Is designed for cups glasses ond smaller items e Piace so open ends face down for clean ing and draining e Load glasses in top rack only Bottom rack is not designed for glasses Damage may occur MIXED LOAD e Load plastic items only in the top rack On y plastic items marked dishwasher safe are recommended e Plastic items can be melted inthe bottom rack e Small bowls pans and other utensils can be placed in the top rack e tems with cooked on or dried on foods should be loaded in the bottom rack with soiled surfaces facing the spray e Place items in the rows between prongs Placing them over the prongs can lead to breakage e Be sure lightweight items are held firmly in place e China crystal and other delicate items must not touch each other during dish washer operation Damage may occur ADJUSTABLE TOP RACK The top rack does not have to be level RAISE e Raise or lower one or both sides to help fit tall items in the top or bottom rack e Turn knob clockwi
5. must wate dissolves and activates the dish washing detergent Hot water dissolves grease on dishes and helps dry glasses spot free Make certain loads are washed in hot water at least 140 F 60 Two ways to have a reliable hot water supp y 1 Maintain 140 F water supply at central water neater Ic check water temperature turn on not wate faucet nearest the dishwasher Let water rur until it is as hot as possible then check with a candy or meat thermometer If Quiet operating tips To avoid thumping and clafering noises during operation e Make sure lightweight items are secured in the rac e Make sure pot lids and handles pizza pans cookie sheets etc do not touch interior walls might hear chopping grinding crunching or buzzing sounds Those sounds are normal when hard items enter the module DO NOT LET METALLIC ITEMS I E POT HANDLE SCREWS GET INTO THE POWER CLEAN MODULE THIS COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE POWER CLEAN MODULE the temperature is too low have a qualified person raise the water heater thermostat setting 2 Use HI TEMP WASHING Option If water heating is needed a thermostat will delay the cycle until temperature reaches 145 F 63 C If water is hot enough the cycle will proceed with no delay This lets you turn down your water heater if you choose without cutting back on hot water needed for good dish washing or interfere with either of the spray arms rotation e Load
6. 3 Touch PROGRAM MEMORY pad a second time This enters the selected Program Options and Delay Hours into the dishwasher s memory PROGRAM NOTE Each step must be completed within 15 seconds If not completed in 15 seconds the display will go blank To start the dishwasher using PROGRAM MEMORY e Touch START The dishwasher will immediately start If Delay Hours are in the Program Memory the dishwasher will start the delay count down To change the dishwashing program in PRO GRAM MEMORY 4 Touch PROGRAM MEMORY pad once The dis play will show the set Program Options and Delay Hours if selected 2 Touch in the new Program Options and or De lay Hours you want NOTE If you want to cancel Delay Hours the hours must be advanced to the blank that comes after the 9 3 Touch PROGRAM MEMORY pad a second time This enters the selected Program Options and Delay Hours into the disnwasher s memory NOTE Each step must be completed within 15 seconds If not completed in 15 seconds the old Program Options and Delay Hours will re main as they were In case of a power interruption or failure The PROGRAM MEMORY will be erased Reset the PROGRAM MEMORY for the Program Option and Delay Hours you want DELAY Pad The DELAY pad allows you to de lay the start of the dishwasher from 1 up to 9 hours Each touch of this pad adds another hour of delay to the digi tal display After 9 hours touching the DELAY pad will
7. OSIVE To prevent injury or damage before using your dishwasher turn on all hot water faucets and allow water to run for sev eral minutes This will allow gases to es cape Do not smoke or use any open flame near the faucet while it is open 17 WARNING Disconnect electrical power to the dishwasher before at tempting to service SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Parts and features Model DU9700XT Series ADJUSTABLE TOP RACK UPPER SPRAY ARM our SPRAY TOWER DOE gt Tet LOWER SPRAY ARM SILVERWARE BASKET vog HNR ne MODEL AND SERIAL x T NUME DETERGENT DISPENSERS__ 2222 TE not shown a m RINSE AID 2 2 SH e BOTTOM RACK DISPENSER er Permanent Label CUTLERY BASKET DOOR AND ACCESS PANE COLOR PANEL PACK Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here When you need service or call with a question have this information ready 1 Complete Model and Serial Numbers from the plate located as shown 2 Purchase date from sales slip Copy this information in these spaces Keep this book and sales slip together in a handy place Thank you for purchasing a Whirlpool prod uct Please complete and mail the owner Regis tration Card furnished with this product EXTRA CAPACITY FOLD DOWN SHELVES THE OVERFLOW PROTECTOR is designed to prevent L too much water from entering the dishwasher It is not removabie
8. and silver flatware In the same sliverware basket compartment Direct contact between these metals can cause perma nent damage to the silver Remove spots with silver polish Avoid spilling concentrated detergent on wet flatware Remowve tarnish with silver polish Have silverreplated Allow dishwasherto 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 ofthe counter near the dishwasher to prevent the possibility of water backing up from the drain into the aishwasher due to a plugged drain The drain air gap is NOT a part of the dishwasher and is NOT covered by the dishwasher warranty The drain air gap should be kept clean to insure proper draining of the dishwasher 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 program e s the door tightly closed and securely latched e Has the program been correctly set and the START pad pressed 15 the water turned on e Have you checked your homes main fuses or circuit breaker box e is the dishwasher wired into a live circuit with the proper voltage undercounter models e f the motor has stopped because of an
9. change the display back to 1 hour The DELAY HOURS indicator will show on the display To start the dishwasher during the delay touch cancel to cancel the existing program select de sired program then touch START The dishwasher will start immediately CANCEL Pad The CANCEL pad allows you to cancela program or to clear the display If the dishwasher is washing it will go into a 2 minute drain automatically before shutting off If the dishwasher had not been started it will clear the display Changing or cancelling a program After a program has started to cancel e Touch CANCEL pad once The dishwasher will automatically drain for 2 minutes then shut off OR e Touch CANCEL pad twice The display will clear and the dishwasher will immediately shut off To restart the dishwasher e Check detergent dispensers to make sure they are filled properly for the new program e Touch START to run the dishwasher in the Program Memory OR e Select desired program and options then touch START Electronic display and status indicators The electronic display shows POTS amp PANS e The number of minutes remaining in a program 60 59 58 minutes etc represents the WASHING RINSING and HEAT DRY times The program time remains the same while the water is heating DELAY HOURS e The number of delay hours selected 1 2 9 The display also points out operating problems e PF shows on the
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11. d rinsing 6 Use your dishwasher during off peak hours Local utilities recommend thisto 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 13 Special tips on dishwasher use Remember use your dishwasher only for the job it was designed to 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 disoenser 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 Do not allow pieces to 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 g
12. d trademark of Whirlpool Cor poration for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your Whirlpool 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 If you must call or write please provide model number serial number date of purchase and a complete description of the problem This informa is needed in order to better respond to your request for assistance POWER CLEAN WASHING SYSTEM PARTS COVERED BY YOUR WARRANTY UPPER SPRAY ARM n lt O c c m m J mi A lt O O AO gt e 22 Si gt Z O m WATER COLUMN NOZZLE CAP LOWER SPRAY ARM i ATA SUMP PACI x GUARD vem POWER CLEAN MODULE AND MOTOR TMK WHIRLPOOL DISHWASHER WARRANTY 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 TWO YEAR WARRANTY FSP replacement parts for any part of the POWER CLEAN Washing From Date of Purchase system if defective in materials or workmanship These parts are shown on page 19 LIMITED FIVE YEAR WARRANTY FSP replacement parts for Electronic Control System if defective in From Date of P
13. display whenever there has Deen a power interruption or failure e E4 E2 E1 or EO show whenever there has been a control panel malfunction Touch CANCEL pad to clear display The dish washer may drain before shutting off If the dish washer display will not clear or continues to show a code at the end of each cycle call your TECH CARE service technician See page 18 Status indicators let you know what your dish washer is doing during a program WASHING RINSING DRYING CLEAN HEAT WATER DOOR OPEN WASHING shows on the display during the wash portion of the program The indicator goes off when the last wash is completed RINSING shows on the display during the two final rinses before drying DRYING shows on the display during the dry por tion of the program with the HEAT DRY option CLEAN shows on the display when the pro gram is complete or immediately after the last rinse when AIR DRY is selected Opening the door or touching CANCEL clears the CLEAN indicator DOOR OPEN flashes on the display when the door is unlatched during dishwasher programming or operation A tone will also beep twice every 3 min utes for up to 2 hours 11 v gt AJ c O lt O c e e gt m a HEAT WATER and water temperature are dis played when e Water is being heated for both washes and the final rinse portions of the POTS amp PANS program e Water is being heated forthe ma
14. ensil has not prevented their turning 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 and or use HI TEMP WASH Option If water pressure is low do not use water for other purposes while dishwasher 15 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 and or use HI TEMP WASH Option 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 Ailow 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 container Place so they do not touch dishes Remove black marks with plastic scouring pad and a 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 15 eo m gt 5 e Q O lt l
15. ervice company in your area JONVISISSV AO 35 CIIN NOA di SNITSOUd NONNOI 3 If you need service Whirlpool has a nationwide net work of franchised TECH CARE Serv ice Companies TECH CARE service technicians are gt gt Whirlpool trained to fulfill the TECH CARE product warranty FRANCHISED SERVICE pd 10 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 felephone directory Yellow Pages under ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES MAJOR REPAIRING amp PARTS APPLIANCES HOUSEHOLD MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR OR WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARF SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES svi SERVICE CO 123 Map WH BL POOL APPL ANTES FRANCHISED TE o CARE SERY E SERV ECR COMPANIES Ky SERVICE CO 23 Man e go 2999 394999 WASHING MACHINES ORYERS amp IRONERS SERVICING WeRRLPOGL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH SERYICI SERICE COMPANIES x SERVICE U nos Mape ayy ut 18 4 If you have a problem Call our COOL LINE service assistance tele phone number see Step 2 and talk with one of our Consultants or if you prefer write to Mr Robert Staniey Division Vice President Whirlpool Corporation 2000 M 63 Benton Harbor MI 49022 amp If you need FSP replacement parts FSP is a registere
16. in wash and the Lock out pad SELECT SELECT rene PROGRAM OPT ae CANCEL sr p m A hidden LOCK OUT pad is located in the center of the Control Pads This pad lets you turn off the pro gramming tone or lock out the function of the Con trol Pads except CANCEL When the LOCK OUT pad is pressed and held for 3 or more seconds fhe programming tone will turn off The tone will not sound when the pads are touched or when the door is opened To turn the programming tone back on press and hold the LOCK OUT pad for 3 or more seconds To add a dish after starting 1 To be sure the added item is washed make sure the WASHING indicator is still 2 To stop the dishwasher unlatch the door by pushing in the latch handle under the control panel Do not open the door until the spray arms stop spinning The DOOR OPEN indicator wil flash and a tone will Deep final rinse portions of other programs when the HI TEMP option has been selected e Temperatures are 55 F or higher The display will show the actual temperature e Temperatures increase to 145 F Readings up fo 144 F will be displayed When 145 F is reached the temperature is not shown instead the display changes to the remaining program time NOTE The program time remains the same while the water is being heated When the LOCK OUT pad istouched twice within 2 seconds 1 will show in the digital display for 2 seconds and all control pad operations exce
17. lack marks Aluminum utensils dishes rubbing against items during washing Chipping or Improperioading breaking glassware SOLUTION Fill detergent dispensers to capacity Use dishwasher de 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 dishwasher through a complete washing cycle Water temperature should be at least 140 F 60 C Sel water heater thermostat to a higher setting Run water at sink until hot before starting use HI TEMP WASH Option 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 reaches all surfaces and items drain properly Do not ov erload Do not nest items Make sure large items do no block spray from reaching detergent dispensers Does the rinse aid dispenser need filling See instructions on page 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 ut
18. lasses 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 fo 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 reaction of silver with chlorine in the detergent Gold flatware is not dishwasher safe TIPS Rinse flatware as soon as possible especially if it is not to 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 heatin 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 Foll
19. over load it will automatically reset itself within a few minutes If motor does not start call for service If water remains in the dishwasher e Has the door been left ajar e Has the program completed e Touch CANCEL The dishwasher will automati calty go into a 2 minute drain period If detergent remains in the covered detergent Cup eis the bottom rack in backwards The rack bumpers should be at the front is the dishwasher detergent fresh Has the program completed If you hear grinding grating crunching buzzing sounds e A hard object has probably entered the POWER CLEAN Module The sound should stop when the object is ground up If L appears in the display or Pads won t program e The hidden LOCK OUT pad has been turned on Touch LOCK OUT pad twice within 2 seconds to turn off See page 12 If the programming tone does not beep or is only heard when CANCEL pad is touched e The programming tone has been turned off with the hidden LOCK OUT pad Press and hold the LOCK OUT pad for 3 or more seconds to turn the programming tone back on See page 12 2 M you need assistance Call Whirlpool COOL LINE service as sistance telephone number Dial free from anywhere in the U S 1 800 253 4304 and talk with one of ourtrained Consultants The Consultant can instruct you in how to obtain sat isfactory operation from your appliance or if service is necessary recommend a qualified s
20. ow 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 sudsing 14 Common dishwashing problems PROBLEM CAUSED BY Spotting and Hard water filming hard water film Water is not hot enough Not enough detergent or improper detergent Old detergent Improper loading No rinse aid AIR DRY Setting used Small particles Spray arm or arms not deposited on rotating freely items Old detergent Not enough detergent or Improper detergent Water is not hol enough Water pressure may be low dishwasher 15 not filling properly Dishes not dry Water is not hot enough Improper loading No rinse aid AIR DRY Setting used B
21. pt CANCEL and the programming tone will be locked out If a control pad is touched while in LOCK OUT the display will show an L for 2 sec onds This shows you that LOCK OUT is being used To return the control pads and programming tone to full operation touch the LOCK OUT pad twice in 2 seconds The pads will work again 4 Close the door Do not latch it Wait 30 seconds for air in the dishwasher to warm up This helps reduce the amount of moisture that can come from the vent when restarting the program Push in on the door until it latches The dish washer will restart and continue the program Energy saving tips You can help save energy if you 4 Wash full loads Running a naif filled dish 2 Use the LOW ENERGY or CHINA program washer uses the same amount of electricity whenever possible They use less hot water and hot water as a fully loaded machine and energy than other programs v gt a lt c 7 gt lt m m 2 m 0 lt gt lt c O a e 3 Air dry dishes when you dont need rapid 4 Load correctly for best washing results In drying cycle Allow longer drying times correct loading may cause poor washing Overnight and the need to rewash all or part of the load 5 Don t pre rinse normally soiled dishes Se lect the correct program forthe load and use the recommended amount of detergent for good washing results without han
22. ption After each use the dishwasher remembers the program and options used Ex The next time the display is lif up for programming it will show the iast cycle that was run Selecting a program POTS amp PANS HEAVY BORRAL POTS amp PANS Maximum clecning for cooked on or baked on foods The program delays while the dishwasher automatically heats the water to Mi 145 F 63 C in both washes and the ast rinse marked Program time H 5 77 minutes plus the time needed to heat the water WASHING AND HEATING WATER When dishes are loaded and ready to be washed 1 Read Important Safety Instructions on page 2 before starting your dishwasher 2 Spin the Upper and Lower Spray Arms to make sure nothing will stop them from turning freely 3 Push door firmly when closing and it will auto matically latch 4 Run hot water at sink nearest dishwasher until it is hot Turn it off 5 Select a desired program by touching the SELECT PROGRAM pad 6 Select an option by touching the SELECT OPTION pad 7 Touch START pad RINSING AND HEATING WATER A DRYING CLEAN O F f HEAVY double was for heavily soiled Program time 15 73 minutes WASHING RINSING DRYING CLEAN I R R i D S N N R F 3 5 Y F NORMAL For normal everyday soiled loads The Energy Guide Label data is mased on this p
23. r both sections to bottom line if water is 0 to 4 grains of hardness Rinse aid dispenser A rinse aid helps keep water from forming droplets and dry ing as spots Keep the dispenser filled with a rinse aid such as Jet Dry A small amount is released automatically during the Rm final rinse of each cycle Check the dispenser periodically to CY see if it needs refilling N The Fill Indicator Cap shows when it s time fo fill the rinse aid dispenser When the fill level is low the center of the cap will RELEASE appear to be clear Keep the dispenser fill cap tightly closed 7 ES AJ O V m AJ 9 z c O gt z Z O J m m AJ O m Z 4 Z ce m gt Starting your dishwasher Six program pads a hidden LOCK OUT pad and the electronic display allow you to program and monitor the dishwasher s operation A program ming tone sounds each time a pad is touched under normal operation When first installed PF will show on the display Press CANCEL pad twice to clear the display To start the dishwasher press the SELECT PROGRAM pad The dishwasher is pre programmed for the NORMAL program with the AIR DRY option If you want this program touch START To seleci a different program and or option just touch the SELECT PROGRAM and or SELECT OPTION pad until the program and or option you desire appears in the display Each touch of the pad ad vances the display to the next program or o
24. rogram Program me is 72 minutes WASHING DRYING CLEAN D b O R F v F RINSING 139 rm Co Z 20 Program time ncludes heated dry times 30 minutes less time is required with AIR DRY selected a ELECTRONIC DISPLAY rm ues rm ues dIHSWMHSIC ONILAVIS BEEN ELECTRONIC DISPLAY PROGRAM CONTROL PADS LOW ENERGY WASHING mu Lu DRYING CLEAN CHINA WASHING RINSING DRYING CLEAN ee ein HH For pre rinsed or lightly soiled loads Program time 5 56 minutes rn co Z A light wash and gentle dry for china and crystal The heating element cy cles on and off during the part of the program when HEAT DRY is se lected Program time is 53 minutes mN Z 7 RINSE RINSING For rinsing a few items to be washed one or more days later Program time is 12 minutes Program time includes heated dry times 30 minutes less time is required when AIR DRY is selected Selecting an option Options can be selected by touching the SELECT OPTION pad Each touch of the pad advances the display to the next option There are three options available AIR DRY HEAT DRY and HI TEMP All options can AIR DRY The AIR DRY option helps save energy but the dishes take longer to dry overnight Some water spotting may result Some items such as plastics may need towel drying For best resulfs use a liq uid rinse aid such as HEAT DRY
25. s in each section of the basket Make sure sharp items knives forks To open the basket unhook the latch as skewers etc are put in point down shown Be sure the cover 15 completely latched be fore pulling out the bottom basket can be loaded while it s in place on the door or it can be taken out for load ing on the counter or table It can also be removed for easy ing Always unload or remove the basket before unloading the racks to avoid spill ing water droplets on the silverware rack and before closing the dishwasher door Remove and replace the cutlery basket in the same way as the silverware basket Use the cutlery basket for long items Remove the basket and tip contents onto a cutting board to unload This can help avoid accidents wifh sharp points and edges Adding detergent The kind and amount of dishwasher detergent you use is an important part of getting your dishes clean Read this section carefully The detergent dispenser The detergent dispenser has one section with a cover and one without e Put detergent in both sections for cycles with two washes e Put detergent in the covered section only for cycles with one wash e Push the cover down until it is latched The cover opens auto matically when the main wash starts Detergent in the open section falls into the dishwasher when the door ts closed Use automatic dish wa
26. se to raise a side e Turn knob counterclockwise fo lower a side ALTRI FA 58 77 ERI EXTRA CAPACITY AN FOLD DOWN SHELF 7 5 Fold down shelves on the right and left side of the top rack can be folded down over short items cups juice glasses cereal bowls efc to hold extra items Adjust rack height if nec essary see above y Q m 0 gt 5 e c o lt e rm a O m 227 O gt ie 0 Bottom e Place plates soup bowls etc between prongs and facing the spray e Securely place heavily soiled cookware face down in rack rack loading UTENSIL LOAD e Load cookie sheets cake pans and other items at sides or back Loading ifems in front may keep water spray from reach ing detergent dispenser and silverware basket e Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation of either the upper or lower spray arm Spray arms must move freely e Load items so they do not block or cover spray tower 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 Loading silver ware and cutlery baskets To remove the Load forks and basket slide it to spoons so they aMPE sec ward the top of don t nest to YH the door by the gether Spray cant handle Lift it off reach nested items the holding but tons Replace it in reverse order Mix item
27. sher detergent only Other detergents are too mild and much too sudsy to work tn the dishwasher Different brands of dishwasher detergent have different amounts of phosphorus Phospho rus softens water and helps prevent water spots on dishes If water is hard and phosphorus content is low 6 0 or less you 1 may need to use more detergent or use a brand with a higher phosphorus 2 content 8 7 or higher A PHOSPHORUS CONTENT Do not add detergent un til you are ready to wash When using Delay Wash make sure the detergent dispensers are clean and dry before adding the detergent Fresh automatic dishwasher de Use covered section for Use both tergent is necessary for best washing results NORMAL sections for Store detergent tightly in a cool dry place LOW ENERGY and POTS amp PANS and CHINA Programs HEAVY Programs How much detergent to use The amount of detergent to use a e HARD Fill 1 or both sections to top depends on the hardness of your E as d line if water is 8 or more grains of water If too little is used dishes won t i hardness be clean However if too much is used in soft water glassware will 4 xs begin to etch Find out your waters hardness by asking your local water depart ment water softener company or county extension agent AN e MEDIUM Fill 1 or both sections to middle line if water is 5 to 7 grains of hardness e SOFT Fill 1 o
28. t O 2 AJ O o PROBLEM Dishes not washing clean Cloudy film on glassware etching permanent corrosion Dishes amp interior of dishwasher yellow or brown Rust spots on stainless steel OR Dark spots on flatware stainless steel silver plate or sterling Bronze tarnish on silverplate Water left in bottom of dishwasher 16 CAUSED BY Water is not hot enough Improper loading Spray arm orarms not rotating freely Not enough detergent or improper detergent Old detergent Water pressure may be low dishwasher is not filling properly Too much detergent in soft water Inadequate rinsing lron or manganese In water Allowing salty or acidic foods suchas 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 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 and or use HI TEMP WASH Option Make sure dishes and giassware are loaded so spray 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
29. they turn freely after load ing Be sure a utensil has not prevented theirturning 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 10 assure correct fills Check for rainbow hue on glasses A rainbow hue 15 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 Setempty dishwasher fora wash cycle 2 Start dishwasher and unlatch doorto stop if when it has filled forthe wash part of the cycie 3 Add to cup 120 to 240 mL of citric acid crystals usually available in drugstores 4 Close andiatch doortc complete cycle Permanent solution Install an iron or manganese filter fo home watersupply 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 stalnless steel
30. urchase materials or workmanship LIMITED TEN YEAR WARRANTY FSP replacement of the porcelain tub and or DURAPERM inner From Date of Purchase door should they fail to contain water due to defective materials or workmanship WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR A Service calis 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 product is 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 Any labor costs during the limited warranties WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states 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 Whirlpoo distributor or military exchange Tmk lt gt Whirlpool 1988 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U S A akers Dishwashers Buill In Ovens and Surface Units Ranges Microwave Ovens Trash Compa
31. use amp care guide UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER Model DU9700XT Series Contents BEFORE YOU USE YOUR DISHWASHER IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PARTS AND FEATURES POWER CLEAN WASHING SYSTEM Quiet Operating Tips PROPER LOADING Selecting an Option Using PROGRAM MEMORY Changing or Cancelling a Program Electronic Display and status Indicators Lock Out Pad Adding a Dish After Starting ENERGY SAVING TIPS SPECIAL TIPS COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE 17 WHIRLPOOL DISHWASHER WARRANTY 20 Top Rack Loading Bottom Rack Loading Loading Silverware and Cutlery Baskets ADDING DETERGENT RINSE AID DISPENSER STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER selecting a Program 1988 Whirlpool Corporation Before you use your dishwasher It is your personal responsibility and obligation to be sure your dishwasher e Is 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 e 15 not used by children or anyone unable to operate it properly e 15 properly maintained See installation instructions for complete information Important safety instructions WARNING When using your dishwasher follow basic precautions A
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