Whirlpool DU8570XT Dishwasher User Manual


 
Important Safety Instructions
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your
dishwasher, follow basic precautions including the following:
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Read all instructions before using
the dishwasher.
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Properly connect to electricity and water.
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DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRICALLY
GROUNDED. Read the Installation Instruc-
lions for details.
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Be sure your dishwasher is installed on a
level floor that will hold the weight, and in an
area suitable for its size and use.
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When discarding an old dishwasher, always
remove the door to prevent accidental
entrapment.
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REMEMBER, use your dishwasher only for
the job it was designed to do.
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Store dishwasher detergent in a cool, dry
place WHERE CHILDREN CAN’T REACH IT
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Use ONLY detergents and rinse aids recom-
mended for use in a dishwasher.
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Locate sharp items and knives so that they
are not likely to damage door seal or cut the
user.
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DO NOT let children play in or on the
dishwasher.
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DO NOT reach into the area below the
bottom rack until the heating element has
cooled for at least 20 minutes.
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DO NOT wash plastic items unless marked
“Dishwasher Safe” or the equivalent. If not
marked, check manufacturer’s
recommendations.
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DO NOT use your dishwasher unless all
enclosure panels are properly in place.
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DO NOT sit on, stand on or abuse the
dishwasher door or dish racks.
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DO NOT tamper with controls.
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If hot water has not been used recently
(usually two weeks or longer), hydro-
gen gases may build up in the water
heater and the hot water pipes. HYDRO-
GEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. 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
escape. Do not smoke or use any open
flame near the faucet while it is open.
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Disconnect electrical power to the
dishwasher before attempting to
service.
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DO NOT store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity
of thts or any other appliance. The fumes
can create a fire hazard or explosion.
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Operating Instructions
Before starting your dishwasher
1. Properly load the top and bottom racks, and
silverware basket. See pages 7 and 8.
2. Spin the Upper and Lower Spray Arms with
racks In place to make sure nothing will stop
them from turning freely.
3. Add detergent.
4. Check rinse aid dispenser.
5. Push door firmly when closing and it will
automatically latch.
G. Run hot water at sink nearest dishwasher
until it
IS
hot. Turn It off.