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®
DISHWASHER
Use & Care Guide
For questions about features, operation/performance,
parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301
or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com
In Canada, for assistance, installation or service,
call: 1-800-807-6777 or visit our website at
www.whirlpool.ca
LAVE-VAISSELLE
Guide d’utilisation
et d’entretien
Au Canada, pour assistance, installation ou service,
composez le 1-800-807-6777
ou visitez notre site web à
www.whirlpool.ca
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE DES MATIÈRES DISHWASHER SAFETY .................................................................3 SÉCURITÉ DU LAVE-VAISSELLE...............................................20 Before Using Your Dishwasher....................................................4 Avant d’utiliser le lave-vaisselle .................................................21 PARTS AND FEATURES................................................................5 PIÈCES ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES ......................
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DISHWASHER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean: You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
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Before Using Your Dishwasher GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING For a grounded, cord-connected dishwasher: The dishwasher must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. The dishwasher is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding Tip Over Hazard conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be Do not use dishwasher until completely installed. plugged into an
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PARTS AND FEATURES This manual covers several different models. The dishwasher you have purchased may have some or all of the parts and features listed below. A G H B I C J D K L E M F N A. Top rack F. Vent J. Silverware basket B. Water inlet opening G. Third level wash (on some models) K. Spray arm C. Bottom rack H. Spray tower and protector L. Overfill protection float D. Rack bumper I. Model and serial number label M. Detergent dispenser E. Heating element N. Rinse aid dispenser 5
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Control Panels DU810, DU811 DU850 START-UP GUIDE Before using your dishwasher, remove all packaging materials. Read this entire Use and Care Guide. You will find important safety information and useful operating tips. Using Your New Dishwasher 1. Scrape large food soil and hard items (toothpicks or bones) 4. Push door firmly closed. The door latches automatically. Run from dishes. hot water at the sink nearest your dishwasher until the water is hot. (See “Dishwasher Efficiency Tips.”) Turn of
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Stopping Your Dishwasher You can stop your dishwasher anytime during a cycle. OR 1. Open the door slightly. 1. Turn the cycle control knob slowly clockwise until you hear water draining. Let the dishwasher drain completely. 2. Wait for the spraying action to stop. Then open the door all the way, if needed. 2. Open the door. 3. Close the door to continue the cycle. 3. Turn the cycle control knob to Off. DISHWASHER LOADING Loading Suggestions Loading Top Rack Remove leftover food, bones, toot
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Loading Bottom Rack Loading Silverware Basket The bottom rack is designed for plates, pans, casseroles, and Load the silverware basket while it is in the bottom rack or take utensils. Items with cooked-on or dried-on food should be loaded the basket out for loading on a counter or table. with soiled surfaces facing inward to the spray. (See NOTE: Unload or remove the basket before unloading the racks recommended loading patterns shown.) to avoid spilling water droplets on the silverware. NOT
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DISHWASHER USE Detergent Dispenser The detergent dispenser has 2 sections. The Pre-Wash section empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close the door. How much detergent to use AB CD The amount of detergent to use depends on the hardness of your water and the type of detergent. If you use too little, dishes won’t be clean. If you use too much in soft water, glassware will etch. Water hardness can change over a period of time. Find out your water’s hardness by asking your local w
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Rinse Aid Dispenser Rinse aids keep water from forming droplets that can dry as spots or streaks. They also improve drying by allowing water to Filling the dispenser drain off of the dishes during the final rinse by releasing a small amount of the rinse aid into the rinse water. Your dishwasher is The rinse aid dispenser holds 6 oz (175 mL) of rinse aid. Under designed to use a liquid rinse aid. Do not use a solid or bar-type normal conditions, this will last for about 3 months. You do not r
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Rinse Only Cycle Selection Charts Use this cycle for rinsing dishes, glasses, and silverware that will For DU810, DU811: not be washed right away. Turn the cycle control knob to the desired cycle. If the door is latched, you will hear the cycles start and stop as the cycle Do not use detergent with this cycle. control knob passes each cycle mark. This is normal and does not hurt the dishwasher. If you prefer, you can set the cycle control knob with the door unlatched. Wash Rinse Rinse Ma
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Plate Warmer (on some models) Option Selections You can change an option anytime before the selected option Use the Plate Warmer cycle to warm serving dishes or dinner begins. For example, you can press an unheated drying option plates. anytime before drying begins. NOTE: Use the heated drying option with the Plate Warmer. 1. Close and latch the door. No Heat Dry 2. Press HEATED DRY or RESET OPTIONS (depending on your Select this energy-saving option to dry without heat. No heat model). dry
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WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS If you have doubts about washing a particular item, check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe. Material Dishwasher Safe?/Comments Material Dishwasher Safe?/Comments Aluminum Yes Pewter, Brass, No Bronze High water temperature and detergents High water temperatures and detergent can affect finish of anodized aluminum. can discolor or pit the finish. Disposable No Disposable No Aluminum Plastics Do not wash throwaway aluminum pans Cannot withstand high wa
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DISHWASHER CARE Cleaning Drain Air Gap Check the drain air gap anytime your dishwasher isn’t draining Cleaning the exterior well. Some state or local plumbing codes require the addition of a In most cases, regular use of a soft, damp cloth or sponge and a drain air gap between a built-in dishwasher and the home drain mild detergent is all that is necessary to keep the outside of your system. If a drain is clogged, the drain air gap protects your dishwasher looking nice and clean. If your d
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TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid the cost of a service call... Dishwasher is not operating properly Dishes are not completely clean Dishwasher does not run or stops during a cycle Food soil left on the dishes Is the door closed tightly and latched? Is the dishwasher loaded correctly? Refer to the “Dishwasher Loading” section. Is the right cycle selected? Refer to the “Cycle Selection Charts.” Is the water temperature too low? For best dishwashing r
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Is the home water pressure high enough for proper Black or gray marks on dishes dishwasher filling? Home water pressure should be 20 to Are aluminum items rubbing dishes during washing? 120 psi (138 to 828 kPa) for proper dishwasher fill. If you have Disposable aluminum items can break down in the questions about your water pressure, call a licensed, qualified dishwasher and cause marking. Hand wash these items. plumber. Remove aluminum markings by using a mild abrasive cleaner. NOTE: T
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ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If For further assistance you still need help, follow the instructions below. If you need further assistance, you can write to us with any When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete questions or concerns at: model and serial number of your appliance. This information will help us to better respond to your request. Whirlpool Brand Home
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WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter “Whirlpool”) will pay for Factory Specified Parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company. This limited warranty a
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SÉCURITÉ DU LAVE-VAISSELLE Votre sécurité et celle des autres est très importante. Nous donnons de nombreux messages de sécurité importants dans ce manuel et sur votre appareil ménager. Assurez-vous de toujours lire tous les messages de sécurité et de vous y conformer. Voici le symbole d’alerte de sécurité. Ce symbole d’alerte de sécurité vous signale les dangers potentiels de décès et de blessures graves à vous et à d’autres. Tous les messages de sécurité suivront le symbole d’alerte de sécu
