Whirlpool DU4500XM manual Caused

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Dlshes

not

dry

Water

is not

hot

 

 

 

Water

 

temperature

 

should

 

be

at

 

least

140°F

 

(60°C).

 

Set

 

 

 

 

enough

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

water

 

heater

 

thermostat

 

 

to

 

a

higher

setting.

Run water

 

at

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

sink

 

until

hot

before

 

starting.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Improper

 

loading

 

 

Make

 

 

sure

 

dishes

 

and

glassware

 

are

loaded

 

 

so

spray

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

reaches

 

 

all

 

surfaces

and

 

items

drain

properly.

 

 

Do not

 

ov-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

erload.

 

 

Do

 

not

nest

Items.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

No

rinse

aid

 

 

 

 

Fill

rinse

aid

 

 

dispenser.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AIR

DRY Setting

used

 

Allow

 

more

 

time

when

using

AIR

DRY

Option,

 

 

or

use

HEAT

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Slack

marks on

Aluminum

 

utensils

 

 

Use

 

care

In

loadlng

 

alumlnum

 

utensils,

 

especially

 

any

chlna

or

white

rubbing

 

against

 

items

 

llghtwelght

 

 

 

toll

container.

 

 

 

Place

 

so

they

do

 

not

touch

utenslls

 

 

during

washing

 

 

 

dlshes.

 

 

Remove

 

black

 

marks

 

with

plastic

scouring

 

pad

 

 

 

 

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and

 

a mild

 

abrasive

cleanser

 

 

 

 

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Chlpplng

 

or

Improper

 

loading

 

 

Do

not

 

overload.

 

Load

glasses

 

in

the

top

rack

 

only.

Load

breaklng

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

between

 

prongs,

not

over

 

them.

 

Glasses

 

loaded

over

glassware

 

 

 

w-.-w.

 

 

 

 

 

prongs

 

will

 

not

be

supported

 

and

may

chip

or

 

break.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Etching

-

 

 

Too

much

 

detergent

 

 

Check

 

for

rainbow

 

hue

on

 

glasses.

A

rainbow

 

 

hue

is

the

permanent

 

 

in soft

water

 

 

 

 

first

sign

of

etching

[corrosion

 

of

glass).

Reduce

 

 

the amount

fllmlng

which

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

of

drshwasher

 

detergent

 

 

Use

a

detergent

 

with

a

lower

cannot

be

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

phosphorus

 

 

content.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

removed

 

 

Inadequate

 

rinsing

 

If water

 

 

pressure

 

is low

do

not

use

water

 

for

other

purposes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

while

 

dishwasher

 

is running

 

[to

assure

correct

 

 

water

fills].

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Make

 

 

sure

 

dishes

and

glassware

 

are

loaded

 

 

properly

 

to

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

assure

 

adequate

 

rinsing

 

and

draining.

Do

not

overload.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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8

 

 

Iron

or

manganese

in

 

Temporary

 

remedy:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

lnterlor

of

 

water

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1.

Set

 

empty

 

dishwasher

 

 

for

a

“one wash”cYcle.

 

 

 

 

 

 

dlshwasher

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.

Start

dishwasher

 

and

unlatch

door

to

stop

it when

it has

yellow

or

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

filled

 

for

 

the

wash

part

 

of

the

cycle.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

brown

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.

Add

 

 

‘/d to

% cup

(120

 

to

 

240

mL) of

citric

acid

crystals

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(usually

 

available

 

in

drugstores].

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.

Close

and

latch

door

 

to

 

complete

cycle.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Permanent

 

solution:

Install

 

an

iron

or

manganese

 

filter

to

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

home

 

water

 

 

supply.

 

 

 

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Small

dark

 

Allowing

 

salty

or

 

 

Rinse

 

flatware

 

that

is

to

stand

for

several

 

hours

before

spots

on

 

 

acidic

foods

such

as

 

washing

 

 

(use

Rinse

& Hold].

 

Clean

stained

 

items

with

silver

flatware

 

-

 

mayonnaise,

 

vinegar,

 

polish

 

 

and

 

re-wash.

Do

not

 

put

stalnless

steel

 

and

sliver

stainless

steel,

fruit

juices,

salad

 

 

flatware

 

 

In

the

same

sllverware

 

 

basket

 

compartment.

 

silver

plate,

or

dressings,

 

milk

 

 

 

Direct

 

 

contact

 

between

 

 

these metals can cause perma-

sterllng

or

rust

products

to

remain

on

 

nent

damage

 

to the

sliver.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

spots

on

 

 

flatware.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

stainless

steel

Undissolved

 

 

 

 

 

Remove

 

 

spots

with

silver

 

polish.

Avoid

spilling

 

dry

deter-

 

 

 

 

detergent

 

coming

rn

 

gent

on

wet

 

flatware.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

contact

 

with

flatware

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--w--

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bronze

tarnish

Silverplate

 

 

is worn

off.

 

Remove

 

 

tarnish

with

silver

 

polish.

Have

silver

replated.

 

 

 

on silverplate

 

Exposed

base

metal

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

takes on

a

bronzed

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

hue.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

-.-”

Water

left in

Dishwasher

cycle not

bottom

of

completed

 

dishwasher

Clogged

drain air

 

 

gap

 

 

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Allow

dishwasher

 

to complete

cycle.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Some

plumbing

 

codes

require

use

of

a

drain

air

gap

be-

tween

an undercounter

dishwasher

 

and

 

the

drain

system

of

the

house.

The

air

gap is usually

located

 

above

the

sink

or

on

the top

of

the

counter

near the dishwasher

to prevent

the

possibility

 

of

water

backing

up

from

the

drain

into

the

dishwasher

due

to

a

plugged

drain.

 

The

drain air gap is

NOT

a part

of the

dishwasher

 

and

is NOT

covered

by

the

dishwasher

warranty.

 

The

drain

air

gap

 

should

be

kept

clean

to insure

proper

draining

of

the

dishwasher.

 

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Contents Dishwasher Contents Water Column Lower Spray ARM Parts and featuresDoor Panel Color Options Filtering system For Best ResultsTop rack loading Proper loadingCUP and Glass Load Mixed LoadNoyes Utens LOARinse aid dispenser Adding detergentDetergent dispenser How much detergent to useHeavy Wash Cycle Changing a settingEnergy Saving Wash Cycle Rinse & Hold CycleWash Cycle Selecting a cycle Heavy Wash CycleHeat DRY or AIR DRY? To add a dish after startingEnergy saving tips Special tips on dishwasher use Problemcaused by Common dishwashing problemsCaused Before calling for assistance Page Making your world a little easier

DU4500XM specifications

The Whirlpool DU4500XM is a high-performance built-in dishwasher designed to offer superior cleaning efficiency while maintaining a stylish and modern look. With its user-friendly features and advanced technologies, this model is ideal for households seeking reliability and convenience in their kitchen appliances.

One of the key features of the Whirlpool DU4500XM is its spacious interior. It can accommodate up to 14 place settings, making it perfect for families or those who frequently entertain guests. The adjustable upper rack provides flexibility to fit larger items, while the lower rack is robust enough to hold heavy utensils and pots. The dishwasher's dedicated silverware basket ensures that cutlery is organized and receives optimal cleaning.

The DU4500XM is equipped with a powerful wash system that includes a focused cleaning spray arm. This technology targets hard-to-reach areas and stubborn food particles, ensuring a thorough clean on both dishes and glassware. The dishwasher also features a soil sensor that detects how dirty the dishes are and automatically adjusts the wash cycle for the best results.

Energy efficiency is another standout characteristic of the Whirlpool DU4500XM. It is Energy Star certified, meaning it meets strict energy consumption guidelines. The dishwasher uses less water and energy compared to traditional models, making it an eco-friendly choice. Additionally, the quiet operation of this dishwasher, with a noise level of just 55 dBA, ensures a peaceful kitchen environment even during washing cycles.

Another significant highlight of this model is its one-hour wash cycle, which offers a rapid cleaning option for when time is of the essence. The dishwasher is also equipped with a heated dry option that accelerates drying time, leaving dishes ready to use in no time.

User convenience is enhanced with features such as delayed start, allowing users to set the dishwasher to run at a later time, and various wash cycle options to cater to different cleaning needs. The intuitive control panel is easy to navigate, providing clear indicators for cycle progress.

In summary, the Whirlpool DU4500XM built-in dishwasher combines functionality, efficiency, and user-friendly features, making it a top choice for modern kitchens. With its impressive cleaning capabilities, spacious interior, and advanced technologies, this model stands out as a reliable and stylish addition to any home.