Whirlpool DU7400XS manual Before you use your dishwasher, Kportant safety instructions, Contents

Contents

BEFORE YOU USE YOUR DISHWASHER

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

PARTS AND FEATURES.

FOR BEST RESULTS

The Fiitering System

Water Must Be Hot

Quiet Operating Tops

PROPER LOADING

Top Rack Loading

Bottom Rack Loading :

Silverware Basket Loading

ADDING DETERGENT.

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RINSE AID DISPENSER.

BEFORE STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER

:STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER.

4 Selecting a Cycle

4 HEAT DRY or AIR DRY?

4 Changing a Setting

4 To Add a Dish Atter Starting

5 ENERGY SAVINGTIPS.

5 SPECIAL TIPS ON DISHWASHER USE. :

6 COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS..

6 IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE,

7 WHIRLPOOL DISHWASHER WARRANTY

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01989 Whirlpool Corporation

Before you use your dishwasher

It	is your responsibility		to	be sure your	dishwasher:
l	Is installed	by a qualified		installer.
l	Has been	installed	where	it is protected	from the elements.

l Has been installed on a floor strong enough to support its weight.

l

Has

been

properly

connected

to

electricity,

water

and drain.*

l

Has

been

properly

electrically

grounded.*

.

Has

had all hang

tags

and

temporary

labels removed.

l

Is not used

by

children

or

anyone

unable

to operate

it properly.

l

Is properly

maintained.

‘See

Installation

Instructions

for

complete

information.

kportant safety instructions

To reduce the risk of tire, electrical dishwasher, follow basic precautions

shock, or injury when using your including the following:

l Read all instructions before using the dishwasher.

l DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRICALLY GROUNDED. Read the Installation Instruc- tions for details

l Be sure your dishwasher is Installed on a level floor that will hold the weight. and tn an areo suitable for its size and use.

l When discarding an old dishwasher, al- ways remove the door to prevent acciden- tal entrapment.

l REMEMBER, use your dishwasher only for the job It was designed to do.

l Store dlshwasher detergent in a cool, dry place WHERE CHILDREN CAN’T REACH IT.

. Use ONLY detergents and rinse aids recom- mended for use in a dishwasher.

l Locate sharp items and knives so that they are not likely to damage door seal or cut the user

l DO NOT let children play in or on the dishwasher.

l DO NOT reach into the area below the bot-

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tom rack until the heating element has cooled for at least 20 minutes.

DO NOT wash plastic items unless marked “Dishwasher Safe” or the equivalent. If not marked, check manufacturer’s recommen- datlons.

DO NOT use your dishwasher unless all en- closure panels are properly in place.

DO NOT sit on, stand on or abuse the dish- washer door or dish racks.

DO NOT tamper with controls.

If hot water has not been used recently (usually two weeks or longer), hydrogen gases may build up in the water heater and the hot water pipes. HYDROGEN GAS

IS EXPLOSIVE. To prevent injury or damage, before using your dishwasher, turn on all hot water faucets and allow water to run for several minutes. This will allow gases to escape. Do not smoke or use any open flame near the faucet while it is open.

Disconnect electrical power to the dish-

washer before attempting to service.

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