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®
UNDERCOUNTER
DISHWASHER
Use & Care Guide
For questions about features, operation/performance,
parts accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301.
In Canada, call for assistance 1-800-461-5681, for installation
and service, call: 1-800-807-6777 or visit our website at...
www.whirlpool.com or www.whirlpool.com/canada
LAVE-VAISSELLE
ENCASTRÉ
Guide d’utilisation
et d’entretien
Au Canada, pour assistance, composez le 1-800-461-5681, pour
installation ou service 1-800-807-6777 ou
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE DES MATIÈRES DISHWASHER SAFETY.............................................................. 3 LA SÉCURITÉ DU LAVE-VAISSELLE ...................................... 21 Before Using Your Dishwasher....................................................4 Avant d’utiliser le lave-vaisselle .................................................22 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 f
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Install where dishwasher is protected from the elements. Protect against freezing to avoid possible rupture of fill valve. Before Using Your Dishwasher Such ruptures are not covered by the warranty. See “Storing Your Dishwasher” in the “Dishwasher Care” section for winter storage information. Install and level dishwasher on a floor that will hold the weight, and in an area suitable for its size and use. Remove all shipping plugs from hoses and connectors (such as the cap on the drain
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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. 1. Upper level wash 7. Heating element 15. POWER CLEAN™ filter module 8. ANYWARE™ silverware basket 16. Overfill protection float 2. Adjustable top rack [on some models] 9. Cutlery basket [on some models] 17. Detergent dispenser 3. Fold-down tines 10. Top spray arm 18. Rinse aid dispenser 4. Water inlet opening [in tub wall] 11. Extra-
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Series DU960 Series DU950, DU951, DUL200 START-UP GUIDE Before using your dishwasher, remove all packaging materials. 5. Select the desired cycle and options. (See “Dishwasher Read this entire Use and Care Guide. You will find important Use.”) safety information and useful operating tips. Using Your New Dishwasher 1. Scrape large food soil and hard items (toothpicks or bones) from dishes. The dishwasher starts filling when you press a cycle. You can 2. Properly load the dishwasher. (See “Dis
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It is important for the water spray to reach all soiled surfaces. Place items so open ends face down for cleaning and draining. Load dishes so they are not stacked or overlapping if possible. For best drying, water must be able to drain from all Load glasses in top rack only. The bottom rack is not surfaces. designed for glasses. Damage can occur. Make sure pot lids and handles, pizza pans, cookie sheets, Place cups and glasses in the rows between tines. Placing etc., do not inte
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2. With the other hand, turn the knob clockwise to raise a side Fold-down tines of the rack. You can fold down one row of tines at the back of the bottom rack. 3. Turn the knob counterclockwise to lower a side of the rack. Repeat the steps for the remaining adjuster as needed. The 2 adjusters can be turned separately or together to raise or lower the top rack. The top rack does not have to be level. Loading the Bottom Rack The bottom rack is designed for plates, pans, casseroles, and utens
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The silverware basket can be hung on the door or on the Utensil caddy (on some models) bottom rack (see illustration). Use the Utensil Caddy to hold wooden spoons, spatulas, and similar items. The silverware basket can also be placed inside the bottom rack. To remove the basket from the door 1. Grasp the silverware basket by the handle. Slide it toward the top of the door. The Utensil Caddy has three hooks. (See arrows.) For best wash performance, hook the Utensil Caddy in the right rear
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How much detergent to use The amount of detergent to use depends on the hardness of Rinse Aid Dispenser your water and the type of detergent. If you use too little, Rinse aids prevent water from forming droplets that can dry as dishes won’t be clean. If you use too much in soft water, spots or streaks. They also improve drying by allowing water to glassware will etch. drain off of the dishes during the final rinse by releasing a small Water hardness can change over a period of time. Fi
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4. If the water temperature at the faucet is below 120°F (49°C), have a qualified person raise the water heater’s thermostat Use this cycle for hard-to- Use both setting. clean, heavily-soiled pots, detergent To save water, energy and time, do not rinse dishes before pans, casseroles, and dispenser putting them into the dishwasher. regular tableware. sections. Use a low energy, quick, or short cycle whenever possible. These cycles use less hot water and e
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Use this cycle for pre- Use Changing a Cycle or Setting rinsed or lightly soiled covered loads which do not detergent During the first minute of a cycle require drying. No drying dispenser Press a new cycle and/or options. options are available for section. this cycle. The cycle uses After the first minute of a cycle a single wash. 1. Press † Pre- Rinse Main Rinse Final Dry Time Water Purge Wash Wash Rinse (min) Usage (gal/L) 140°F 26* 4.8-6.9/ (60°C) Light 18.2-26.1 Soil
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SANI RINSE™ Option Select this option to raise the water temperature in the final rinse Cycle Status Indicators to approximately 155°F (68°C) for 10 minutes. The SANI RINSE Follow the progress of your dishwasher with the Cycle Status option adds heat and time to the cycle. In the Pots & Pans and Indicators. Heavy Wash cycles, this high-temperature rinse sanitizes your dishes and glassware in accordance with the NSF Protocol P153 Sanitization and Cleaning Performance of Household Spray-Ty
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Drying System WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS During drying, you can see steam escaping through the vent at the upper left corner of the door. This is normal as the heat dries If you have doubts about washing a particular item, check with your dishes. the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe. Material Dishwasher Safe?/Comments Aluminum Yes High water temperature and detergents can affect finish of anodized aluminum. IMPORTANT: The vapor is hot. Do not touch the vent Disposable No during dryi
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Material Dishwasher Safe?/Comments Drain Air Gap Stainless Steel Yes Check the drain air gap anytime your dishwasher isn’t Run a rinse cycle if not washing draining well. immediately. Prolonged contact with food Some state or local plumbing codes require the addition of a containing salt, vinegar, milk products, or drain air gap between a built-in dishwasher and the home drain fruit juice can damage finish. system. If a drain is clogged, the drain air gap protects your dishwasher from wat
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Dishes are not completely clean TROUBLESHOOTING Food soil left on the dishes Is the dishwasher loaded correctly? Refer to the “Dishwasher First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid Loading” section. the cost of a service call... Is the water temperature too low? If needed, turn home water Dishwasher is not operating properly heater up to ensure water entering dishwasher is at least 120°F (49°C). Refer to the “Dishwasher Efficiency Tips” Dishwasher does not run or
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NOTE: To remove spots and film from dishes, try a white Dishes are damaged during a cycle vinegar rinse. This procedure is intended for occasional use only. Vinegar is an acid and using it too often could damage Chipping of dishes your dishwasher. Did you load the dishwasher properly? Load the dishes and 1. Wash and rinse dishes. Use an air-dry or an energy- saving dry option. Remove all silverware or metal items. glasses so they are stable and do not strike together from washing ac
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In Canada ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Call our Whirlpool Canada Customer Interaction Center toll free: 1-800-461-5681 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. (EST) Before calling for assistance or service, please check Our consultants provide assistance with: “Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. Features and specifications on our full line of appliances. When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete Referrals to loca
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® WHIRLPOOL DISHWASHER WARRANTY ONE-YEAR FULL WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this dishwasher is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or ® furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation will pay for FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company. SECOND YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON POWER CLEAN™ SYSTEM For the second year from the date of purc
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