COMMON DISHWASHING IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE. I, Before Calling 2. If You Need Assistance 3. If You Need Service 4. If You Have a Problem 81986 Whirlpool Corporation responslblllty and obligatlon by a qualified installer. where it is protected from the elements.
Parts and features Model DP6000XR Series UPPER SPRAY ARM \ TOP RACK RACK BUMPER DETERGENT DISPENSERS \ SILVERWARE BASKET RINSE AID DISPENSER -A?= USER GUIDE (Permanent Label] HEATING ELEMEFT Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here.. . When you need service or call with a question, have this information ready:...
POWER CLEAN* Washing System Your dishwasher cleans by spraying against soiled surfaces of dishes. When a cycle to about the level of the heating spray arm&through the POWER CLEAN Module through the rotating spray arms. Soiled water during a cycle - the number Load dishes so soiled surfaces...
Proper loading Always load dishes so soiled surfaces Water must be able to drain off completely items so spray can reach all surfaces. Top rack loading CUP AND GLASS LOAD The top rack is designed for cups, glasses and smaller items.
Bottom rack loading Make sure pot hanales and other do not stop rotation of either the upper lower spray arm. Spray arms must move freely. Securely place heavily soiled cookware face down in rack. Place plates, soup bowls: etc., between prongs and facing the spray.
Adding detergent The kind and amount of dishwasher getting your dishes clean. Read this section Use automatlo dlsh- washer detergent only. Other detergents too mild much sudsy to work in the dishwasher. Different brands dishwash.er detergent have different amounts of phosphorus. Phospho- rus softens water...
Before starting your dishwasher Spin the Upper Spray Arm to make sure nothing will stop it from turning freely Push door firmly when closing and it will automatically latch. Run hot water at sink nearest dishwasher until it is hot. Turn it off. See page 14 for connecting instructions.
OPTION SELECTOR BUllONS Selecting a cycle POTS b PANS Cycle Maximum cleaning for cooked- baked-on foods. Timer delays while the dishwasher automatically heats the water to 145°F (63”CJ in both washes and the last rinse (marked ‘1. Cycle time will be about V/Z to 2 hours, depending on time needed...
The RESET OPTIONS Button If you want to change a selected push the RESET OPTIONS Button. Re-select option, if desired. 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.
Special tips on dishwasher use Remember, use your dishwasher only for the job lt was deslgned Some items are not dlshwasher safe or may require Read these special tips for the followlng AhUllillUIIK Aluminum loses its bright, shiny appearance minerals in the water and the alkalinity fade.
Common dishwashing problems PROBLEM CAUSED BY Spottlng Hard water tllmlng (hard water film] Water IS not hot enough Not enough detergent. improper detergent “Old” detergent Improper loading No rinse aid AIR DRY Setttng used Small partlcles Spray arm or arms not deporlted rotating freely...
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PROBLEM CAUSED BY Dishes not Water is not washing clean hot enough Improper loadrng Spray arm or arms not rotating freely Not enough detergent or improper detergent “0ld”detergent. Water pressure be low, dishwasher not fillina oroperlv Cloudy film on Too much detergent glassware, in soft water etching...
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Converting to built-in Your Whirlpool Portable converted to a built-in (undercounter) by using conversion kit No. 569056. available at your Whirlpool rized TECH-CARE” Service tions are included with the kit. a low fill Caring for to get simulated wood top...
Corporatlon quality parts. look for thls symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement sat- @ for your Whirlpool appliance. or, if FSP replacement parts will flf right and work rlgtit, because made to the same exacting speclflcatlons used to build...
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Making your world a little easier. Part No. 304273 Rev. A 01986 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U.S.A. Ice Makers, Olshwashers. Built-In Ovens. and Surlace Un~ls. Ranges. MIcrowave Ovens, Trash Compactors. Room Air Condltloners, Oehumrdlfiers, Automatic Washers, Clothes...