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Whirlpool WDT910SAYM Gold Series Place Settings: 15 Width: 24" Built-In MSRP: $849 |
Jets Sanitize |
Cycles 12 & Options |
Energy 245 kWh Per Yr |
Water 624 Gal Per Yr |
Sound 51 dbA |
Cost $849 MSRP |
Ratings Guide | Best | Better | Good | Fair | Poor |
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Dishwasher Pros and Cons Summary | ||
Cleaning | BEST - Employs two major features to help get your dishes clean - jets and a sanitizing option. High pressure spray jets blast away food particles and stubborn deposits. A sanitizing rinse option then eliminates most bacteria. | ✔ |
Cycles | BEST - Total cycles and options is 27% higher than average and ranks in the top 15% of new dishwashers for BEST selection and flexibility. Enables you to choose the most appropriate functions for your particular needs. | ✔ |
Energy | BEST - Estimated annual electricity use is 10% lower than average and ranks in the top 5% of new dishwashers for BEST power usage. This Whirlpool dishwasher is more energy efficient than most new dishwashers. | ✔ |
Water | BEST - Estimated annual water usage of 624 gallons is 18% lower than average and ranks in the top 1% of new dishwashers for BEST water efficiency. It uses about 132 gallons less water annually than the average new dishwasher. | ✔ |
Sound | GOOD - Operating sound levels are about average for a new dishwasher and are rated GOOD for noise suppression. When comparing dishwashers a 3 dbA difference is like being twice the distance from the sound source. | |
Cost | BETTER - Rated in the top 40% of new lower-cost dishwashers for BETTER affordability. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price of $849 is 1% lower than average. The Whirlpool WDT910SAYM is priced about $7 less than average. | ✔ |
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Cleaning Ratings | ||
Spray Jets |
Silverware and Dish Jets - The WDT910SAYM model includes high-pressure spray jets that can scrub heavily soiled dishes and silverware. Jets are positioned to help loosen and remove dried-on food deposits. | ✔ |
High Temp |
High-Temp Option - Includes the option to choose a high-temperature wash cycle. Really hot water is one of the most important ingredients for dissolving hardened food and producing clean dishes. | ✔ |
Steam | No Steam Option - Like most new dishwashers, this model does not have the capability to generate steam. High-temperature water vapor can be an effective means of loosening baked-on or dried food deposits. | |
Wash Levels |
5 Wash Levels - Standard number of wash levels that allow streams of water to saturate dishes from many different angles and directions. More wash levels promotes more thorough cleaning. | ✔ |
Sensor Washing |
Sensor Washing - Uses one or more sensors to measure soil content, load level, and/or water temperature. The Whirlpool WDT910SAYM sensors automatically make adjustments to ensure optimum cleaning. | ✔ |
Sanitize Cycle |
Sanitize Cycle - Includes a sanitary cycle that is NSF certified to remove 99.9% of germs and bacteria. Water temperatures reach approximately 150-degrees to help disinfect your dishes. | ✔ |
Cycles & Options |
12 Cycles & Options - Total cycles and options is 27% higher than average and ranks in the top 15% of new dishwashers for BEST selection and flexibility. Enables you to choose the most appropriate functions for your particular needs. | ✔ |
Food Disposer |
No Food Disposer - Does not include an integrated food disposer that can help keep the wash water clean and free of debris. About 50% of new dishwashers are designed with a hard or soft food disposer. | |
Water Softener |
No Water Softener - Does not have a built-in water softener that can condition the water and remove minerals and impurities. Integrated softeners are only found on about 10% of new dishwashers. |
Drying Ratings | ||
Heated Dry |
Heated Dry - Includes an option to dry the dishes faster with an internal heating element. Heated drying can also help to reduce spotting on dishes and especially glassware. Available on most new dishwashers. | ✔ |
Tub Material |
Stainless Steel Tub - Stainless steel interior dries dishes faster and more efficiently through natural processes. Stainless steel retains heat and condenses water; properties not found with plastic tubs. | ✔ |
Concealed Element |
No Concealed Element - Like most new dishwashers available today, this model does not have a heating element that is concealed or recessed to help prevent contact with plastic dishes and accidental melting. |
Loading Ratings | ||
No. of Racks |
2 Racks - The Whirlpool WDT910SAYM has a standard 2-rack design with both upper and lower loading racks. Only about 10% of new dishwashers have an additional 3rd rack that can be used for cups and smaller items. | ✔ |
Spray Arms |
Towerless - Uses a superior spray arm design instead of a central tower located in the middle of the bottom rack. Spray arms provide more wash levels and don't waste rack space or limit loading flexibility. | ✔ |
Adjustable Racks |
Adjustable - One or more of the racks can be adjusted to move up, down, and/or tilt. Adjustable racks allow you to create additional room for larger items. Provides flexibility for family gatherings. | ✔ |
Removable Racks |
Removable - One or more of the loading racks can be completely removed from the dishwasher. Very convenient for special occasions when you need additional space to load extra-large pots or serving plates. | ✔ |
Fold-Down Tines |
Fold-Down Tines - Divider tines positioned vertically in the rack can be folded down to help secure loose dishes or create additional horizontal space for larger items. Provides greater loading flexibility. | ✔ |
Cup Shelf | Cup / Stemware Shelf - Includes an additional shelf for stacking coffee mugs or to secure delicate stemware. Nice feature that allows you to load lots of glasses to help with your after-party clean-up. | ✔ |
Silverware Basket |
Premium Silverware Basket - The silverware basket has extra features such as being movable, dividable, or fitted with covered slots. A flexible silverware basket makes loading or unloading the Whirlpool WDT910SAYM a little easier. | ✔ |
Utility Container |
Utility Container - Includes an extra utility basket or tray for utensils and cutlery. Good for odd items that don't fit in the silverware basket such as grill tongs, butcher knives, stirring spoons, and more. | ✔ |
Detergent Dispenser |
No Detergent Reservoir - Uses a standard detergent dispenser that you fill each time you run a cycle. Less than 5% of new dishwashers have reservoirs that can hold multiple cycles of detergent. |
Capacity Ratings | ||
Place Settings |
15 Settings - Number of place settings is 9% higher than average and ranks in the top 30% of new dishwashers for BEST loading capacity. Convenient for larger families or if you simply like to run the dishwasher less often. | ✔ |
Tub Size |
Tall Tub - Super-capacity tall-tub design with about 20% more interior room than standard-size tubs. The Whirlpool WDT910SAYM additional tub height allows you to load more place settings as well as taller items in the racks. | ✔ |
Noise Ratings | ||
Sound Level |
51 dbA - Operating sound levels are about average for a new dishwasher and are rated GOOD for noise suppression. When comparing dishwashers a 3 dbA difference is like being twice the distance from the sound source. |
Efficiency Ratings | ||
Energy Star |
Energy Star - The Whirlpool WDT910SAYM is Energy Star qualified according to the latest criteria. Over 80% of new dishwashers are Energy Star rated so it's important to look at the energy and water ratings. | ✔ |
Energy Rating |
245 kWh - Estimated annual electricity use is 10% lower than average and ranks in the top 5% of new dishwashers for BEST power usage. This Whirlpool dishwasher is more energy efficient than most new dishwashers. | ✔ |
Water Rating |
624 Gal - Estimated annual water usage of 624 gallons is 18% lower than average and ranks in the top 1% of new dishwashers for BEST water efficiency. It uses about 132 gallons less water annually than the average new dishwasher. | ✔ |
Energy Saver |
Energy-Saver Cycle - The Whirlpool WDT910SAYM allows you to select a quick-wash or energy-save cycle that uses lower temperatures, less water, and/or a shorter time for lightly-soiled dishes. Helps save water and energy. | ✔ |
Half Load |
Half-Load Option - You can save water and energy by washing a partial load in just one of the racks. Save money and help the environment when you only have cups and glasses or a small load to wash. | ✔ |
Delay Start |
Delay Start Option - Includes an energy-saving option to run the dishwasher overnight or during off-peak energy hours when electric utility rates are often substantially less. Or simply run while you're gone. | ✔ |
CEE Tier 1 |
CEE Tier 1 - Super-efficient dishwasher that is qualified Tier 1 by the Consortium for Energy Efficiency. This model exceeds the federal Energy Star criteria with an Energy Factor rating of 0.89. | ✔ |
Style Ratings | ||
Exterior | Stainless Steel - Stainless steel door panels are currently the most popular style and provide a sleek, modern look. Stainless steel is durable and fashionable, but takes a little more effort to keep clean. | ✔ |
Interior | Stainless Steel - The Whirlpool WDT910SAYM stainless steel tub and door lining is stain-resistant, rust-resistant, durable, and less likely to absorb odors. Steel's natural condensation property also helps to dry dishes faster. | ✔ |
Controls | All-Digital Integrated Controls - Touch-pad, all-digital control console is fully integrated (hidden) on the top door edge for a clean, seamless look from the front. Currently the most popular door style. | ✔ |
Display | No Digital Display - The Whirlpool WDT910SAYM does not include a digital display in the control console that shows cycle time remaining or other wash status information. Most new dishwashers do not have a digital display. |
Cost Ratings | ||
MSRP | $849 - Rated in the top 40% of new lower-cost dishwashers for BETTER affordability. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price of $849 is 1% lower than average. The Whirlpool WDT910SAYM is priced about $7 less than average. | ✔ |
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