Whirlpool DP3880XM manual Common dishwashing problems, Problemcaused by

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Common dishwashing problems

PROBLEMCAUSED BY

Spotting and Hard water fllmlng

Water is not hot enough

Not enough detergent. or improper detergent

“0ld”detergent

Improper loading

No rinse aid

 

 

AIR DRY Setting used

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Small partlcles

Spray

arm or arms not

deposlted

on

rotating

freely

Items

 

“Old”

detergent

 

 

Not enough detergent, or improper detergent

Water is not hot enough

Water pressure may be low, dishwasher is

not filling properly

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Dlshes not dry Water is not hot enough

 

 

 

 

Improper

loading

 

 

 

 

No rinse

aid

 

 

 

 

 

AIR DRY Setting

used

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Slack

marks

on

Aluminum

utensils

chlna

or

white

rubbing

against

items

utensils

 

 

 

during washing

 

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Chlpplng

or

Improper

loading

 

breaklng

 

 

 

 

 

 

glassware

 

 

 

 

 

SOLUTION

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.

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 to start 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.

Try a bar rtnse aid such as Solid Jet DRY’. Follow package directions.

To remove spots and film, try a vinegar rinse

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.

Use more dtshwasher detergent. Use detergent with high-

est available phosphorus content .-especially with hard water

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

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 14O’F (60 C]. Set water heater thermostat to a higher setting Run water at sink until hot before starting

Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded so spray

reaches all surfaces and items drain properly Do not ov- erload Do not nest items

Try a bar rinse aid such as Solid Jet DRY”. Follow package directions.

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, erpeclally any

llghtwelght foil container. Place so they do not touch dishes. Remove black marks with plastic scouring pad and a mild abrasive cleanser.

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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Contents Convertible Portable Dishwasher Contents Before you use your dishwasherParts and features Copy your Model and Serial Numbers hereWater Silverware Basket Rack Bumper Bottom Rack Filter SystemFor Best Results Filtering systemWater must be hot Proper loading Top rack loadingBottom rack loading Silverware basket loadingMixed Load Utensil LoadAdding detergent Detergent dispenserHow much detergent to use NormalChanging a setting Before starting your dishwasherStarting your dishwasher Selecting a cycle Heat DRY or AIR DRY?To add a dish after starting Connecting your portable dishwasher Energy saving tips Common dishwashing problems Problemcaused byProblem Caused Special tips on dishwasher use If you need service’ If you have a problemBefore calling for assistance If you need assistance‘Whirlpool Corporation

DP3880XM specifications

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