WHIRLPOOL CDU8J
Owner's Manual

PROBLEM
SPOTS AND FILM ON GLASSES AND FLATWARE

POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY
Spotting can be caused by all these things: � Extremely hard water. (See page 4.) � Low inlet water temperature. (To test, see page 4.) � Overloading � Improper � Old or damp the dishwasher. loading. (See pages 5-7.) detergent. empty. (See page 5.) (See page 4.) and personal preferences, for you. try several to find one that gives the best results powder

� Rinse aid dispenser � Too little detergent. Due to the varying brands of detergents

local water conditions

To remove the spots and film from glassware: 1. Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher. 2. DO NOT ADD DETERGENT. 3. Select the NORMAL WASH cycle. 4. Start the dishwasher and allow to run for approximately dishwasher will now be in the main wash. 20 minutes. The into the

5. Then open the door and pour 1/2 cup (125 ml) of white vinegar bottom of the dishwasher. 6. Close the door and allow the dishwasher to complete the cycle. Using a vinegar rinse more than twice a month? Consider CLOUDY GLASSWARE If vinegar doesn't remove the cloudiness, it is "etching."

a home water softener. The film is permanent.

To Prevent: 1. Useless detergent ifyou have soft water. (See Detergent pre-rinsing the dishes. to 140°F. Usage Guide, page4.) 2. Wash glassware 3. Avoid manually (See page 4.) STAINS OR MARKS ON DISHES OR TUB � Tea or coffee can stain cups. Remove the stains by hand, using a solution 1/2 cup bleach and 3 cups warm water. � An overall yellow or brown film on dishes or glassware can be caused by iron deposits in the water. A special filter in the water supply line is the only way to correct this problem. Your water softener company can tell you about the filter. A product such as Rover Rust Remover ®will usually remove the stains. � Yellow film on sterling silver results when you wash copper utensils in the same load. Silver polish will usually remove this stain. � Aluminum deposits often leave marks when they rub against other things. Remove the marks with a mild abrasive cleanser. DISHES CHIPPED � Rough handling can cause chipping. Load with care. Make sure glassware and china are secure and can't jar loose. (See page 6 for the correct way to load glassware.) Make sure tall glasses and stemware will clear the top of the tub when you push the rack into the dishwasher. � Refer to the chart on page 8 for suggested items that can and cannot be washed. Continued on next page 11 of in the shortest cycle that will get them clean. of water entering the dishwasher

4. Lower the temperature