Whirlpool DU8903XL Dishwasher User Manual


 
Common dishwashing problems
PROBLEM
Spottlng and
tllmlng
CAUSED BY
Hard water
Water is not
hot enough
Not enough
detergent, or
improper detergent
“0ld”detergent
Improper loading
No rinse aid
AIR DRY Setting used
Small partlcles
Spray arm or arms not
deposlted on
rotating freely
Items
“Old” detergent
Not enough Use more dishwasher detergent. Use detergent with high-
detergent, or
est available phosphorus content...especially with hard
improper detergeni
water.
Water is not hot
enough
Water temperature should be at least 14O’F (60°C). Set
water heater thermostat to a higher setting. Run water at
sink until hot before starting and/or use HI-TEMP WASH
Option.
Water pressure may
be low, dishwasher is
not filling properly
Dlshes not dry Water is not hot
enough
Improper loading
No rinse aid
AIR DRY Setting used
Black marks on Aluminum utensils
chlna or whlte rubbing against items
utenslls
during washing
Chlpplng or
breaking
glassware
Improper loading
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SOLUTION
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Fill detergent dispensers to capacity. Use dishwasher de-
tergent with highest available phosphorus content. May
be necessary to install water softener.
Water temperature should be at least 140°F (60°C). Set
water heater thermostat to a higher setting Run water at
sink until hot before starting and/or use HI-TEMP WASH
Option.
Use more dishwasher detergent Use detergent with high-
est available phosphorus content...especially with hard
water.
Use only fresh, dry dishwasher detergent. Store tightly
closed box, in cool, dry place. Discard old, lumpy deter-
gent. Do not fill dispensers until ready tostart dishwasher.
Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded so spray
reaches all surfaces and Items drain properly. Do not ov-
erload. Do not nest Items
Make sure large items do not block spray from reaching
detergent dispensers.
Does the rinse aid dispenser need filling? See instructions
on page 7.
To remove spots and film, try a vinegar nnse...
1. Wash and rinse load as usual. Use AIR DRY.
2. Remove all metal items.
3, Put 2 cups (500 ml) white vinegar in a container on the
bottom rack.
4. Run dishwasher through a complete washing cycle.
Drying without heat may result in some spotting of glasses
and silver.
Check spray arms to make sure they turn freely after load-
ing. Be sure a utensil has not prevented their turning.
Use only fresh, dry dishwasher detergent Store tightly
closed box in cool, dry place. Discard old, lumpy deter-
gent. Do not fill dispensers until ready to start dishwasher.
If water pressure is low, do not use water for other purposes
while dishwasher
IS
running [to assure correct fills).
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Water temperature should be at least 140°F (60°C). Set
water heater thermostat to a higher setting. Run water at
sink until hot before starting and/or use HI-TEMP WASH
Option.
Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded so spray
reaches all surfaces and items drain properly. Do not ov-
erload. Do not nest items
Fill rinse aid dispenser.
Allow more time when using AIR DRY Option, or use HEAT
DRY. Plastic items may need towel drying.
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Use care In loadlng alumlnum utensils, especially any
llghtwelght toll container. Place so they do not touch
dlshes. Remove black marks with plastic scouring pad
and a mild abrasive cleanser.
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Do not overload. Load glasses in the top rack only. Load
between prongs, not over them. Glasses loaded over
prongs will not be supported and may chip or break.
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