aldspinboy
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Pic 2. Mesh Filter System.
THE END OF WHIRLPOOLS POWER CLEAN DISHWASHERS
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aldspinboy
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Pic 3. Two holes under the sprayarm to clean the filter.
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Pic 4. Upper wash arm.
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Pic 5. Upper arm sprays up and down the holes are different own each side.
SIDE A. Clean dishes in the sun.
SIDE A. Clean dishes in the sun.
aldspinboy
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Pic 6. SIDE B. Super clean glasses.
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Pic 7. Top spray deflector... mine came off last month for somebody pushing the rack with a wrong large dish that was suppose to be in the bottom rack got to order a new one.
Suppose to be a little flat disc that spins where the pole is.
Suppose to be a little flat disc that spins where the pole is.
aldspinboy
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Pic 8. It well get a crazy load of dishes like this ...CLEAN.
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Pic 9. Upper rack.
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Pic 10. I like the small letters in this model and how the LED light's rise higher for the soil level.
I use Normal with a high temp wash mostly.
But use all programs.
I use Normal with a high temp wash mostly.
But use all programs.
aldspinboy
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Pic 11. Whirlpool power clean dishwasher great machine.
I hope to get more years from him.
Darren k.
I hope to get more years from him.
Darren k.
mark_wpduet
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Well, when Whirlpool stops making these, we can always get the GE version, unless they stop making them too.
I thought I was in the market for a new d/w, as my WP Powerclean had started to become incontinent from the door...suds overflowing onto the floor, but, alas, it seems to have corrected itself. I am no longer using Finish quantum, though..it seems to be the problem. Also, I need to break dear partner of soaking things in soapy water...that seems to contribute to the suds.
spookiness
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I have ...
Kenmore Ultra Wash Model #16639000, non tall-tub.
I think it's the family you're talking about, judging from the pics that aldspinboy posted.
I have always loved this machine. Great value.
Kenmore Ultra Wash Model #16639000, non tall-tub.
I think it's the family you're talking about, judging from the pics that aldspinboy posted.
I have always loved this machine. Great value.
Well -
I guess I am going to be trying an experiment. Since I have always disliked my GE Profile tall-tub, I figured it's now or never like John said. So, today I went Power Clean shopping. They are already hard to find. The Lowe's DU945 wasn't in stock in the color I want, and the two local appliance stores can't get the DU930 (their computers say "see DU1010"). One Lowe's store showed 2 DU945s in stock, but they could not locate either one of them in inventory (very frustrating but I did have a funny experience on the washer sales floor I'll have to write about separately).
So, not to be daunted, it dawned on me to go to Sears. Their machine doesn't have the in-the-door silverware basket, but the one it has is at least twice the size of the basket in the Whirlpool. It offers a sani-wash that the WP does not, otherwise the machine appears essentially identical.
It turned out to be on sale for $15 less than Lowe's WP, and I got $15 more off for using a Sears card. So, the machine was bought in about 10 minutes flat. I am supposed to get it this coming Wednesday or anytime after that.
Now, what to do with the GE?
Gordon
I guess I am going to be trying an experiment. Since I have always disliked my GE Profile tall-tub, I figured it's now or never like John said. So, today I went Power Clean shopping. They are already hard to find. The Lowe's DU945 wasn't in stock in the color I want, and the two local appliance stores can't get the DU930 (their computers say "see DU1010"). One Lowe's store showed 2 DU945s in stock, but they could not locate either one of them in inventory (very frustrating but I did have a funny experience on the washer sales floor I'll have to write about separately).
So, not to be daunted, it dawned on me to go to Sears. Their machine doesn't have the in-the-door silverware basket, but the one it has is at least twice the size of the basket in the Whirlpool. It offers a sani-wash that the WP does not, otherwise the machine appears essentially identical.
It turned out to be on sale for $15 less than Lowe's WP, and I got $15 more off for using a Sears card. So, the machine was bought in about 10 minutes flat. I am supposed to get it this coming Wednesday or anytime after that.
Now, what to do with the GE?
Gordon
Gordon,
That is an awesome find! The Kenmore's always seem to have more bells and whistles.
This wash system is very strong. It will remind you of the older dishwasher when you hear the wash action.
Put your GE on Craigslist. You will be amazed how fast it will sell. People are always looking for a bargain. Esp. these days.
Brent
That is an awesome find! The Kenmore's always seem to have more bells and whistles.
This wash system is very strong. It will remind you of the older dishwasher when you hear the wash action.
Put your GE on Craigslist. You will be amazed how fast it will sell. People are always looking for a bargain. Esp. these days.
Brent
Gordon ya done good. Not only does the Kenmore have the Sani-Rinse option the Whirly doesn't have, but it also has nylon racks, the Whirly has vinyl. FYI, when you use the high-temp wash option, you end up with 2 full rinses rather than a purse and rinse without using high-temp wash option.
Bob,
Great information. I never would have known that about the racks!
I just don't get the one rinse thing. I just traded out Saturday a KUDS-24 this weekend to use for awhile as a second dishwasher. (I trade out the 2nd dishwashers about every 6 or so months to keep them running) I love the KUDS-24 with the strong Whirlpool pump. The Stainless interior is so well made. What I don't like about this dishwasher is the one rinse, and not an option to add a second rinse. I will use it for awhile since it is such a great cleaner. Another thing that I do like about this dishwasher is the low water usage. It is surprising that in 1985 the max water usage was under 9 gallons for the soak & scrub. (longest cycle)
Brent
Great information. I never would have known that about the racks!
I just don't get the one rinse thing. I just traded out Saturday a KUDS-24 this weekend to use for awhile as a second dishwasher. (I trade out the 2nd dishwashers about every 6 or so months to keep them running) I love the KUDS-24 with the strong Whirlpool pump. The Stainless interior is so well made. What I don't like about this dishwasher is the one rinse, and not an option to add a second rinse. I will use it for awhile since it is such a great cleaner. Another thing that I do like about this dishwasher is the low water usage. It is surprising that in 1985 the max water usage was under 9 gallons for the soak & scrub. (longest cycle)
Brent
pierreandreply4
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Did anyone know that newer dishwasher models are now filling with cold water i have to use the high temp (sani) option to get hot water to clean the dishes
Dishwashers only have one water connection, so cold fill depends on whether that connection is to a hot or cold supply. If you have an older dishwasher connected to the typical hot tap under the kitchen sink, a new model replacement won't by default become a cold fill unless the household plumbing is changed.
Sears model number
I downloaded three different Sears owner's manuals and they were all for 2 hour machines, even though called Ultrawash. They are available for all of the Kenmore dishwashers. Does anyone know the model number for the 45 minute machine? My 1999 Kenmore Ultrawash (45 minute) cleans great, but has those vinyl coated racks, all rusty and some broken tines. I could buy new racks for almost $200. The nylon racks of a new machine are appealing. Of course Kitchen Aid had those many years ago, one reason for their longevity.
Martin
I downloaded three different Sears owner's manuals and they were all for 2 hour machines, even though called Ultrawash. They are available for all of the Kenmore dishwashers. Does anyone know the model number for the 45 minute machine? My 1999 Kenmore Ultrawash (45 minute) cleans great, but has those vinyl coated racks, all rusty and some broken tines. I could buy new racks for almost $200. The nylon racks of a new machine are appealing. Of course Kitchen Aid had those many years ago, one reason for their longevity.
Martin
