Whirlpool dishwasher 940, 945 use & care guide (43 pages)
Summary of Contents for Whirlpool DU9000XR Series
Page 1
IS, freezers. Refrigerator-Freezers. Ice Makers, Olshwashers, Built-In Ovens and Surface Units. Ranges, MIcrowave Ovens, Trash Compactors, Room Air Condltloners, Oehumlf...
Page 2
Cutlery Baskets ADDING DETERGENT.. The Detergent Dispenser. How Much Detergent to Use 01989 Whirlpool Before you use your dishwasher It Is your responsibility Is installed by a qualified Has been installed Has been installed Has been properly Has been properly...
Page 3
Parts and features Model DU9000XR Series BASKET UPPER SPRAY ARM BOTTOM RACK SILVERWARE BA DETERGENT DISPENSERS CUTLERY BASKET. RINSE AID DISPEI r(SER USER GUIDE (Permanent Label) HEATING ELEMENT Thank you for buying a Whirlpool tration Card provided with this product.
Page 4
POWER CLEAN* Washing System Your dishwasher cleans by spraying soiled surfaces of dishes, When a cycle level of the heating element. This water is pumped the POWER CLEAN* Module which spray arms. Soiled water is pumped number of times depends on the cycles Load dishes so soiled surfaces...
Page 5
Proper loading Always load dishes so soiled surfaces Water must be able to drain off complete!y items so spray can reach all surfaces. Top rack loading CUP AND GLASS LOAD The top rack is designed for cups, glCmeS and smaller items.
Page 6
Bottom Place plates, soup bowls, etc., between prongs and facing the spray. Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation of either the upper or lower spray arm. Spray arms must move freely. Load items so they do not block or cover the spray tower.
Page 7
Adding detergent The kind and amount of dishwasher getting your dishes clean. Read this section Use automatic dish- washer detergent only. Other detergents too mild much sudsy to work in the dishwasher. Different brands dishwasher detergent have different amounts phosphorus. Phos- phorus softens water and helps...
Page 8
Before starting your dishwa 1. Read “Important Safety Instructions” 2 before starting your dishwasher. 2. Spin the Upper Lower Spray make sure nothing will stop them from turning freely. 3. Push door firmly when closing and it will auto- matically latch.
Page 9
3UTTONS ADD A DISH SIGNAL LIGHT CLEAN SIGNAL Selecting a cycle POTS & 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...
Page 10
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 11
Special tips on dishwasher use Remember, use your dishwasher only for the job it was designed Some Items are not dishwasher safe or may require Read these special tips for the following ~UminUm: Aluminum loses its bright, shiny appearance the water and the alkalinity of the dishwasher TIPS: If washed in the dishwasher...
Page 12
Common dishwashing PROBLEM CAUSED BY Spotting 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 particles Spray arm or arms not deposlted rotating freely Items ‘Y)ld”...
Page 13
PROBLEM CAUSED BY Dishes Water is not washlng 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 Cloudy tllm on Too much detergent glassware, in soft water etching...
Page 14
Whirlpool appliance. parts will fit right and work right, because made to the same exacting sat- build every new Whirlpool or, if * If you must call or write, please number, serial number, date complete description of the problem.
Page 15
POWER CLEAN* WASHING SYSTEM PARTS COVERED BY YOUR WARRANTY POWER CLEAN MODULE MOTOR...
Page 16
B. Repairs when dishwasher C. Pick up and delivery. This product D. Damage to dishwasher caused not approved by Whirlpool. E. Any labor costs during limited WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL states do not allow the exclusion...