KitchenAid KUDC24SE, KUDS24SE User Manual

Model

KUDS24SE

KUDC24SE

U s e & C a r e G u i d e

and

ARCHITECT*

Undercounter

Dishwashers

A Note to You ...................	2
Understanding
Dishwasher Safety ..........	3
Parts and Features ..........	4
Start Up Guide .................	6
Loading Your
Dishwasher ......................	8
Washing Special
Items ...............................	14
Using the Dispensers ...	15
Operating Your
Dishwasher ....................	19
Caring for Your
Dishwasher ....................	24
Solving Common
Dishwashing
Problems ........................	27
Troubleshooting ............	30
Requesting Assistance
or Service .......................	32
Index ...............................	34
Warranty .........................	35

In the U.S.A. for assistance or service, call the Consumer Assistance Center:

1•800•422•1230

www.kitchenaid.com

	In Canada for assistance
9743110	or service, see page 2.

A N o t e t o Y o u

Thank you for buying a KITCHENAID* appliance!

KitchenAid designs the best tools for the most important room in your house. To ensure that you enjoy many years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable information concerning how to operate and maintain your new appliance properly and safely. Please read it carefully.

Also, please complete and mail the enclosed Product Registration Card.

In the U.S.A.

For assistance or service	1-800-422-1230
call the Consumer Assistance Center toll free .................................................

Throughout Canada for assistance

Call the Consumer Assistance Centre toll free	.................................................1-800-461-5681
	8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. (EST)
Throughout Canada for service	...................................................... see page 33

If you need assistance or service, first see the “Troubleshooting” section of this book. After checking “Troubleshooting,” additional help can be found by checking the “Requesting Assistance or Service” section, or by calling one of the telephone numbers above.

When calling, you will need to know your appliance’s complete model number and serial number. You can find this information on the model and serial number label/plate (see diagram in the “Parts and Features” section.)

Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference. You must provide proof of purchase or installation date for in-warranty service.

Model Number ______________________	Builder/Dealer Name ________________
Serial Number ______________________	Address ___________________________
Date Installed ______________________	Phone _____________________________

2

U n d e r s t a n d i n g D i s h w a s h e r S a f e t y

Your safety and the safety of others is very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean:

wDANGER

wWARNING

You will be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.

All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING –When using the dishwasher, follow basic precautions, including the following:

•Read all instructions before using the dishwasher.

•Use the dishwasher only for its intended function.

•Use only detergents or rinse agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and keep them out of the reach of children.

•When loading items to be washed:

1)Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal; and

2)Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of cut-type injuries.

•Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked “dishwasher safe” or the equivalent. For plastic items not so marked, check the manufacturer’s recommendations.

•Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use.

•Do not operate the dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place.

•Do not tamper with controls.

•Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or dish racks of the dishwasher.

•To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in or on the dishwasher.

•Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, before using the dishwasher turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.

•Remove the door to the washing compartment when removing an old dishwasher from service or discarding it.

– SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS –

3

Parts and Features

Below is an illustration of your appliance with the parts and features called out. To help you find information on specific parts or features quickly, page references are included.

Water inlet

opening

Model and

serial

number label

(p. 2)

Sure-Hold

cup shelf

(p. 12)

Lower rack

(pp. 11-12)

Heating

element

Detergent

dispenser

(p. 15)

Vent

(p. 22)

Sure-Hold cup shelf

(p. 9)

Upper spray arm

(p. 7)

Upper rack

(pp. 8-10)

FLEXI-BASKET* silverware basket

(p. 13)

4-way HYDRO SWEEP* spray arm

(p. 24)

Overflow protection float

(p. 24)

Rinse agent dispenser

(p. 18)

Other features:

Fold-down tines, upper rack (p. 9)

Stemware holders (p. 10)

Sure-Hold clips (p. 10)

Fold-down tines, lower rack (p. 12)

4

Parts and Features

Control panels

KUDS24SE

CYCLE MONITOR

WASH RINSE DRY CLEAN WATER HEATING CHILD LOCK RINSE AID EMPTY

		WASH SELECTIONS					OPTIONS			6
								2	4
	SOAK &		SHORT	LIGHT	RINSE	HIGH	ENERGY	SANI	DELAY
		NORMAL				TEMP.	SAVER			START CANCEL
	SCRUB		WASH	CHINA	ONLY			RINSE	HOURS
						WASH	DRY

Cycle pads	Option pads
(p. 19)	(p. 20)

KUDC24SE

WASH SELECTIONS

OPTIONS 2

4 6

CYCLE MONITOR

SOAK &

SHORT

LIGHT

RINSE

HIGH

ENERGY

SANI

DELAY

WASH

RINSE DRY

CLEAN

NORMAL

TEMP.

SAVER

START

CANCEL

SCRUB

WASH

CHINA

ONLY

RINSE

HOURS

WASH

DRY

WATER HEATING

CHILD LOCK

RINSE AID EMPTY

Cycle pads	Option pads
(p. 19)	(p. 20)

5

S t a r t U p G u i d e

Before using your dishwasher

wWARNING

Tip Over Hazard

Do not use dishwasher until completely installed.

Do not push down on open door.

Doing so can result in serious injury or cuts.

•Install where dishwasher is protected from the elements. Protect against freezing to avoid possible rupture of fill valve. Such ruptures are not covered by the warranty. See “Storing your dishwasher” in the “Caring for Your Dishwasher” section for winter storage information.

•Install and level dishwasher on a floor that will hold the weight, and in an area suitable for its size and use.

wWARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Electrically ground dishwasher.

Connect ground wire to green ground connector in terminal box.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

•Remove all shipping plugs from hoses and connectors (such as the cap on the drain outlet) before installing. See Installation Instructions for complete information.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

	• For a grounded, cord connected	Check with a qualified electrician or
	dishwasher:	service representative if you are in
	The dishwasher must be grounded. In	doubt whether the dishwasher is
		properly grounded. Do not modify the
	the event of a malfunction or breakdown,
		plug provided with the dishwasher; if it
	grounding will reduce the risk of electric
		will not fit the outlet, have a proper
	shock by providing a path of least
		outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
	resistance for electric current. The
		• For a permanently connected
	dishwasher is equipped with a cord
	having an equipment-grounding conduc-	dishwasher:
	tor and a grounding plug. The plug must	The dishwasher must be connected to a
	be plugged into an appropriate outlet that	grounded metal, permanent wiring
	is installed and grounded in accordance	system, or an equipment-grounding
	with all local codes and ordinances.	conductor must be run with the circuit
	WARNING – Improper connection of	conductors and connected to the
	the equipment-grounding conductor can	equipment-grounding terminal or lead

result in a risk of electric shock.	on the dishwasher.
– SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS –

6

S t a r t U p G u i d e

Using your new KITCHENAID* dishwasher is simple. Follow the steps below to get started. For more information on specific steps and additional safety information, see the page(s) next to the step you would like to know more about.

NOTE: Before using your dishwasher, remove all hang tags, temporary labels, and packaging materials. Please also read the entire Use and Care Guide as it contains important operating and safety information.

How to use your dishwasher

1. Load the dishwasher. See pages 8-13.				5. Push door firmly when closing.

2. Spin the upper spray arm. It should turn freely. Check the

lower spray arm

also to make sure it turns freely.

3. Add detergent. See pages 15-17.

6. Run hot water at sink nearest dishwasher

until water is hot. Turn

off water. See page 23.

7. Press the desired Wash Selection pad. See the “Cycle selection chart” on

page 19. Then press the desired Option pad(s). See page 20 for “Option selections.”

4. Add rinse agent if needed. See page 18.	8. Press the Start pad. The cycle will begin
		(if Delay Hours has
		not been selected).
		NOTE: The dishwasher
	START	remembers the last
		cycle and option(s) that
		were completed. You
		only have to press the
		Start pad if you want to
		use the same cycle and

option(s). However, if the last cycle you completed was Rinse Only, the dishwasher will run the Normal cycle if you press the Start pad.

Fast and easy start up

7

L o a d i n g Y o u r D i s h w a s h e r

This section tells you how to properly load your dishwasher for the best washing and rinsing results.

Save time and energy

Upper rack loading tips

Preparing to load the dishwasher

• Scrape leftover food, bones, toothpicks,	• Make sure pot lids and handles, pizza
and other hard items from dishes. It is not	pans, cookie sheets, etc., do not interfere
necessary to rinse dishes before putting	with the spray arm rotation.
them into the dishwasher.	• Run a Rinse Only cycle to keep dishes
• Load dishes so soiled surfaces face the	moist if you do not plan to wash them soon.
spray (down or inward). It is important for	Foods like eggs, rice, pasta, spinach, and
the water spray to reach all soiled surfaces.	cooked cereals can be hard to remove if
• Take care when loading heavy pots or pans	they are left to dry.
into the dishwasher. They can dent the
stainless steel interior of the door if they are
dropped or bumped.

Loading the upper rack

The upper rack is designed for cups, glasses, and other small items.

• Load cups and glasses in the upper rack only, in the rows between the prongs. Placing them over the prongs can cause them to chip or break.

	• China, crystal, and other delicate items
	must not touch each other during dish-
	washer operation. Damage can occur.
	• Place items so open ends face down for
	best cleaning and draining.
	• Load plastic items securely in the upper	Cup and glass load
	rack only. Wash only plastic items marked
	“dishwasher safe.”
	• Secure lightweight items so they don’t
	overturn during washing. Wedge light-
	weight items against one another or
	overlap them with heavier dishes. (See
	“Sure-Hold clips” later in this section.)
	• Load bowls in the center section for
	best stability.
	• Racks with teal-colored tips can be
	adjusted for different loads.
		Mixed load

8

L o a d i n g Y o u r D i s h w a s h e r

Loading the upper rack (cont.)

Sure-Hold cup shelf	Cup shelf
Fold down the extra shelf on the top rack to	Upper rack
hold additional cups and glasses, or small	loading tips
items like long utensils and spatulas.

FLEXI-SPLIT* fold down tines
The row of split tines on the right side of the	Adjustable
rack is adjustable to accommodate a variety	racks
of dishes. These adjustable tines have teal-
colored tips.
• To adjust the front half, move the adjustor
at the front of the rack towards the right to
wedge plastic or other lightweight items
against the side of the rack. Move the
adjuster left to make room for larger
dishes.
• To adjust the back half, push the tines
down gently toward the center of the rack.

FLEXI-FOLD DOWN* tines

The row of tines on the left side of the rack is also adjustable. Push the tines down gently toward the center of the rack to make room for larger dishes.

9

continued on next page

L o a d i n g Y o u r D i s h w a s h e r

Loading the upper rack (cont.)

Upper rack loading tips

Stemware holders	Stemware holder

Use the stemware holders (attached to the cup shelf) to keep water goblets, wine glasses, etc., in place and prevent damage during washing.

Sure-Hold clips

Sure-Hold clip

The Sure-Hold clips hold lightweight plastic items like cups, lids, or bowls in place during washing. Move a clip anywhere in the rack by pulling it up and off the tine and repositioning it on another tine.

10

L o a d i n g Y o u r D i s h w a s h e r

Loading the lower rack

The lower rack is designed for plates, pans, casseroles, and utensils.

•Load items with cooked-on or dried-on food in the lower rack with soiled surfaces facing in toward the spray.

•For maximum capacity and stability of an all-plate load, stagger or overlap small plates with large ones.

•Load plates side to side along with pots, pans, and large cookware, as shown.

•Do not put small items in the lower rack if they are not secured in place.

•Racks with teal-colored tips can be adjusted for different loads.

•Load soup, cereal, and serving bowls in the rack in a variety of ways depending upon their size and shape. Load bowls securely between the rows of prongs. Do not nest bowls because the spray won’t reach their surfaces.

•Do not load items between the bottom rack and the side of the dishwasher tub. This can block the water inlet opening.

•The FLEXI-BASKET* silverware basket can be separated and placed into the lower rack in several locations. Hold basket firmly and pull apart. Now use both sections or just one to load silverware.

Mixed load

Utensil load

Lower rack loading tips

continued on next page

11

	L o a d i n g Y o u r D i s h w a s h e r
	Loading the lower rack (cont.)
Small items		Sure-Hold cup shelf
		Fold down the extra shelf on the left side of
		the lower rack to hold small items such as
		cups or utensils.

	FLEXI-FOLD DOWN* tines
Large items	Fold down one or both of the back rows of
	tines to hold large bowls, pots, pans,
	roasters, etc. Push down gently towards the
	back of the rack to fold down the tines.

12

L o a d i n g Y o u r D i s h w a s h e r

LoadingtheFLEXI-BASKET* silverwarebasket

• The FLEXI-BASKET silverware basket can	Removable
be separated and placed into the lower	silverware
rack in several locations. Hold basket firmly	basket
and pull apart. Now use both sections or
just one to load silverware.
• Load the silverware basket while it is in
the lower rack or take the basket out for
loading on a counter or table.
• Mix items in each section of the basket –
some pointing up and some down.
IMPORTANT: Always load sharp items
(knives, skewers, forks, etc.) pointing down.
• Place small items like baby bottle caps, jar
lids, corn cob holders, etc., in the middle
section with the hinged cover. Close the
cover over the section to hold small items
in place.
• Load forks and spoons so they don’t
nest together. Water spray cannot reach
nested items.
• The silverware basket can also be removed
for easy unloading. Unload or remove the
basket before unloading the upper rack
to avoid spilling water droplets on the
silverware.

NOTES:

•Don’t load silver or silver-plated silverware with stainless steel. These metals can be damaged by contact with one another during washing.

•Some foods (such as salt, vinegar, milk products, fruit juices, etc.) can pit or corrode silverware if left on for long periods of time. Use the Rinse Only cycle when silverware is not washed immediately after use.

13

W a s h i n g S p e c i a l I t e m s

If you have any doubts about washing a particular item, check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe.

Check with manufacturer

	MATERIAL	DISHWASHER SAFE?	EXCEPTIONS/SPECIAL INFORMATION
	Aluminum	Yes	High water temperature and detergents may
			affect finish of anodized aluminum. All aluminum
			will darken when washed in the dishwasher. This
			does not affect pan performance.
	Disposable	No	Do not wash throwaway aluminum pans in the
	Aluminum		dishwasher. These might shift during washing and
			transfer black marks to dishes and other items.
	Bottles and	No	Wash bottles and cans by hand. Labels attached
	Cans		with glue can loosen in your dishwasher, clog
			spray arms or the pump, and will reduce washing
			performance.
	Cast Iron	No	Seasoning will be removed and iron will rust.
	China/	Yes	Always check manufacturer’s recommendations
	Stoneware		before washing. Antique, hand-painted, or over-
			the-glaze patterns may fade. Gold leaf can
			discolor or fade.
	Crystal	Yes	Always check manufacturer’s recommendations
			before washing. Some types of leaded crystal can
			etch with repeated washings.
	Gold	No	Gold-colored flatware will discolor.
	Glass	Yes	Milk glass will yellow with repeated washings.
	Hollow-	No	Handles of some knives are attached to the blade
	Handle		with adhesives which may loosen if washed in the
	Knives		dishwasher.
	Pewter, Brass,	No	High water temperatures and detergent can
	and Bronze		discolor or pit finish.
	Plastics	Yes	Always check manufacturer’s recommendations
			before washing. Plastics vary in their capacity to
			withstand high water temperatures and detergents.
			Load plastics in top rack only.
	Disposable	No	Cannot withstand high water temperatures and
	Plastics		detergents.
	Stainless	Yes	Run a Rinse Only cycle if not washing immediately.
	Steel		Prolonged contact with food containing salt, vinegar,
			milk products, or fruit juice could damage finish.
	Sterling Silver	Yes	Run a Rinse Only cycle if not washing immedi-
	or Silver Plate		ately. Prolonged contact with food containing salt,
			acid, or sulfide (eggs, mayonnaise, and seafood)
			can damage finish.
	Tin	No	Can rust.
	Wooden Ware	No	Wash by hand. Always check manufacturer’s
			recommendations before washing. Untreated
			wood can warp, crack, or lose its finish.

14

U s i n g t h e D i s p e n s e r s

For best washing results, it is important to use the correct amount of detergent and a rinse agent. Read this section for information on using both properly.

The detergent dispenser

The detergent dispenser has two sections. The smaller Pre-Wash section empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close the door. The larger Main Wash section empties detergent into the dishwasher during the wash cycle.

1.If the dispenser cover is closed, open the cover by rotating the blue button.

2.Fill the Main Wash section with detergent. The amount of detergent needed depends on the amount of food soil on the dishes and water hardness. See the detergent usage chart later in this section.

3.Close the dispenser cover and fill the Pre-Wash section.

NOTE: Do not use detergent with the Rinse Only cycle.

Rotate blue button to open

Main Wash section

Pre-Wash section

15

U s i n g t h e D i s p e n s e r s

Using the detergent dispenser

Details about detergent

What type of detergent to use

•Use automatic dishwasher detergent only.

NOTE: Never use soap, hand-dishwashing detergent, or laundry detergent. These products will produce excessive suds which could cause flooding and reduce washing performance.

•Follow manufacturer’s instructions when using powdered, liquid, or gel dishwasher detergents. Concentrated (Ultra) powdered detergents usually call for lower usage than do standard powdered detergents.

•Add detergent to the dispenser just before starting the dishwasher.

•Keep detergent container tightly closed in a cool, dry place, out of the reach of children. After opening, a box of detergent should stay fresh for about one month. Detergent exposed to moisture over a period of time might become caked and ineffective.

How much detergent to use

	WATER HARDNESS	AMOUNT OF DETERGENT
	Soft to Medium Hard	For normal loads:
	Water	• Partially fill the Main Wash section (2 tablespoons or
	0 to 6 grains per gallon	30 grams)
		• Fill the Pre-Wash section (2 tablespoons or 30 grams)
		NOTE: Add only 1 tablespoon or 15 grams of deter-
		gent to the Pre-Wash section if dishes are prerinsed
		or water is very soft.
		For heavily soiled loads:
		• Fill the Main Wash section (3 tablespoons or 45 grams)
		• Fill the Pre-Wash section (2 tablespoons or 30 grams)
	Medium to Hard Water	For normal and heavily soiled loads:
	7 to 12 grains per gallon	• Fill the Main Wash section (3 tablespoons or 45 grams)
		• Fill the Pre-Wash section (2 tablespoons or 30 grams)
	Very Hard Water	For normal loads:
	13 grains and above	• Fill the Main Wash section (3 tablespoons or 45 grams)
		• Fill the Pre-Wash section (2 tablespoons or 30 grams)
		• Turn the rinse agent dispenser to a higher setting. See
		“Using the rinse agent dispenser” later in this section.
		NOTE: Under abnormal water hardness conditions
		(13 grains and above), it may be necessary to use the
		Short Wash cycle for best wash performance.

16

U s i n g t h e D i s p e n s e r s

How much detergent to use (cont.)

WATER HARDNESS	AMOUNT OF DETERGENT
Very Hard Water	For heavily soiled loads:
13 grains and above (cont.)	• Fill the Main Wash section (3 tablespoons or 45 grams)
	• Fill the Pre-Wash section (2 tablespoons or 30 grams)
	• Turn the rinse agent dispenser to a higher setting. See
	“Using the rinse agent dispenser” later in this section.
	NOTE: Under abnormal water hardness conditions
	(13 grains and above), it may be necessary to use the
	Soak & Scrub cycle for best wash performance.

Different brands of dishwasher detergent	NOTE: Water hardness may change over a
have different amounts of phosphorus for	period of time. Contact your local water utility
softening water. If you have hard water and	or area water softening company to determine
use a detergent with a phosphorous content	your water hardness, or order water hardness
of less than 8.7%, you may need to use	test strip (Part Number 4171690) through the
more detergent, or use a detergent with a	Consumer Assistance Center.
phosphorous content higher than 8.7%.
• Excessive amounts of detergent combined
with soft water may cause etching of
glassware.

17

U s i n g t h e D i s p e n s e r s

Using the rinse agent dispenser

Use rinse agent for better drying

Adjustable rinse agent dispenser

A rinse agent prevents water from forming droplets that can dry as spots or streaks. It also improves drying by allowing water to drain off the dishes during the final rinse by releasing a small amount of the rinse agent into the rinse water. Your dishwasher is designed to use a liquid rinse agent. Do not use a solid or bar-type rinse agent.

Filling the dispenser

The rinse agent dispenser holds 5.2 fluid ounces (153.7 mL) of rinse agent. Under normal conditions, this will last for about three months. You do not have to wait until the dispenser is empty to refill it. Try to keep it full, but be careful not to overfill it.

1.Make sure the dishwasher door is fully open.

2.Turn the dispenser knob to Open and lift it out.

3.Add rinse agent until the indicator window looks full. If you overfill, the excess rinse agent may overflow the dispenser and cause oversudsing during the wash cycle.

4.Clean up any spilled rinse agent with a damp cloth.

5.Replace the dispenser knob and turn it to Closed.

Indicator Dispenser

window knob

PRE-WASH

CLOSED

OPEN

Rinse agent setting

The amount of rinse agent released into the final wash can be adjusted. The factory setting is at 2. For most water conditions set the adjuster to 1 or 2. If there are rings or calcium (hard water) spots on dishes, try a higher setting (4, 5, or 6).

To adjust setting

Remove the dispenser knob, then turn the adjuster inside the dispenser to the desired setting.

Adjuster

PRE-WASH

CLOSED

OPEN

18

O p e r a t i n g Y o u r D i s h w a s h e r

This section tells you how to operate the dishwasher. Operating your dishwasher properly enables you to obtain the best possible results.

Cycle selection chart

The dishwasher will wash and dry dishes according to the selections you make on the control panel. The dishwasher remembers the last cycle and option(s) that were completed. You only have to press the Start pad if you want to use the same cycle and option(s). However, if the last cycle you completed was Rinse Only, the dishwasher will run the Normal cycle if you press the Start pad.

				A “3” shows what steps are in each cycle.
				Main					Time	Water
	CYCLE					††				Usage
		Pre-Wash	Rinse	Wash	Rinse	Purge	Rinse	Dry	(minutes)	(gallons/liters)
	SOAK &	3	3	3	3		3	3	88†	11.0/41
	SCRUB
		Use this cycle for hard-to-clean, heavily soiled loads, and harder than normal
		water conditions.
	NORMAL	3		3		3	3	3	75†	7.0/26
		Use this cycle for loads with moderate amounts of food soil. (The energy usage
		label is based on this cycle.)
	SHORT	3		3	3		3	3	69†	8.8/33
	WASH
		Use this cycle for lightly soiled loads, or harder than normal water conditions.
	LIGHT	3		3	3		3	3	65†	8.8/33
	CHINA
		Use this cycle for china, crystal, and other delicate items.
	RINSE	3							7.5	2.2/8
	ONLY

Use this cycle for rinsing dishes, glasses, and silverware that will not be washed right away.

•Do not use detergent with the Rinse Only cycle.

†Expect longer cycle times if water entering the dishwasher is not hot enough.

††A small amount of water is run through the pump to remove soil particles between the main wash and final rinse.

Heavily soiled dishes

Lightly soiled dishes

Delicate items

When washing later

19

DELAY

HOURS

ENERGY

SAVER

DRY

SANI

RINSE

O p e r a t i n g Y o u r d i s h w a s h e r

Canceling a cycle

Cancel	You can cancel a cycle anytime during		2. Let the dishwasher drain completely.
anytime	the cycle.
	1. Press the Cancel pad once, then wait.
		The Cancel light will glow. There
	CANCEL	is a 5-second pause between
		the time Cancel is pressed and
		draining begins.

Option selections

Customize	Press a pad to select an option. If you
your cycles	change your mind, press the pad again to
	turn the option off. To select a different
	option, press another pad.

HighTemp.Wash

Select this option, and water will heat during

	HIGH	the main wash for better cleaning
		of heavily soiled dishes. Water
	TEMP.
		heating is automatic in the wash
	WASH
		portions and final rinse of the

Soak & Scrub cycle, and in the final rinse of the Normal, Short Wash, and Light China cycles.

Energy Saver Dry

Use this option to air dry dishes without heat. For best results, keep the rinse agent dispenser filled. Under certain conditions (hard water, empty rinse agent dispenser,

plastic items in the load, etc.) you might find some water left on plastics, dishes, and silverware.

SANI RINSE* Option

The SANI RINSE option raises the water temperature in the final rinse to approximately 155°F (68°C). SANI RINSE is an option with all cycles except Rinse Only. Depending on

the incoming temperature of your water, cycle times might be longer when you select SANI RINSE.

NOTE: The SANI RINSE cycle raises the temperature of the final rinse to approximately 155°F (68°C), and maintains that temperature for at least 16 minutes. This high temperature rinse sanitizes your dishes and glassware in accordance with the NFS International requirements (#95/480/2480).

Delay Hours

The Delay Hours light glows when the dishwasher has been set for a delayed start. The delay light will turn off when the cycle starts. See “Setting a delay start” later in this section.

20

CHILD LOCK

ENERGY

SAVER

DRY

O p e r a t i n g Y o u r D i s h w a s h e r

Control panel lights

The Cycle Monitor allows you to see what portion of a cycle your dishwasher is in. The Clean light glows when a cycle has finished. All other lights will turn off. The Clean light will turn off when you open the door.

CYCLE MONITOR

WASH

RINSE DRY

CLEAN

Water Heating Light

The Water Heating light glows while water in the dishwasher is

WATER HEATING heating. Wash or rinse action continues while the water heats.

RinseAid Empty

Fill the rinse agent dispenser when Rinse Aid Empty is lit to

RINSE AID EMPTY improve drying and prevent spots or streaks.

Using child lock

Child Lock Light

Use Child Lock to prevent your dishwasher from being turned on accidentally. No wash selections or options can be selected when

Child Lock is on, and the dishwasher will not start.

To turn Child Lock on

Press Energy Saver Dry for 5 seconds. The Child Lock light will glow for 30 seconds. All other lights will be off. The Child Lock light will turn back on for 30 seconds if any pad

is pressed during this time.

NOTE: You will still be able to open the	To turn Child Lock off
dishwasher door.	Press Energy Saver Dry again for 5 seconds.
	The Child Lock light will turn off.

Changing a setting

During the first 2 minutes of a cycle

Press new Wash Selection and Option pads.

After the first 2 minutes of a cycle

1. Press the Cancel pad to drain any water and to reset the control.

2.Open the door and check the detergent dispenser to be sure it is properly filled for the new cycle.

3.Close the door.

4.Press new Wash Selection and Option pads, then press the Start pad.

NOTE: If the dishwasher will not start, make sure Delay Hours has not been selected.

CANCEL

Safeguard against accidental start up

Select the wrong cycle?

21

O p e r a t i n g Y o u r D i s h w a s h e rthe				door.
	Adding dishes during a cycle
	You can add an item to the dishwasher	2.	Open the door and add the dishes.
	during the first 10 minutes of the cycle.	3.	Close the door.
	1. Unlatch the door to stop the cycle. Wait a	4.	The dishwasher will start automatically
	few seconds for the spray action to stop		after a 5-second pause when you close
	before opening the door.
	Setting a delay start

When washing	To run your dishwasher at a later time, or
dishes later	during off-peak hours, you can delay the
	start of a cycle for 2, 4, or 6 hours.
	To delay the start, follow these steps:
	NORMAL	ENERGY	DELAY	START
		SAVER
			HOURS
		DRY
	Example for delayed Normal cycle with
	Energy Saver Dry

1.Press a Wash Selection pad for the desired cycle. See “Cycle selection chart” earlier in this section for cycle descriptions.

2.Press a pad to select an option. If you change your mind, press the pad again to turn the option off. To select a different option, just press another pad. See “Option selections” earlier in this section.

3.Press the Delay Hours pad once for a 2-hour delay start, twice for 4 hours, or three times for 6 hours.

The number above the Delay Hours pad will glow and the dishwasher will start the cycle in the amount of hours you have selected.

4.Press the Start pad to begin the delay cycle.

NOTE: To turn Delay Hours off, press the pad until no number is lit above the pad.

IMPORTANT:

•Operate your dishwasher only when you are at home.

•If your home is equipped with a water softener, make sure the dishwasher is not timed to start during regeneration of the softener.

Drying system

During drying, vapor escapes through the vent at the upper left corner of the door. This is normal. The vapor is the result of moisture in the dishwasher being removed during drying.

IMPORTANT: The vapor is hot. Do not touch the vent during drying.

22

O p e r a t i n g Y o u r D i s h w a s h e r

Quiet operating tips

To avoid thumping and clattering noises during operation:

•Make sure lightweight load items are secured in the rack.

•Make sure pot lids and handles, pizza pans, cookie sheets, etc., do not touch the dishwasher sides or interfere with the spray arm rotation.

•Where possible, load items so they do not touch one another.

NOTE: Keep sink drain plugs inserted during dishwasher operation to prevent noise transfer through drains.

Normal operating sounds

Some normal sounds you might hear while the dishwasher is running:

•The fill valve opening or closing and the sound of water entering the dishwasher.

•Food soil being ground up in the food disposer.

•Water being pumped out during drain portion of a cycle.

•Pump motor starting.

•Wash/rinse action of water spray. To minimize noise of water circulating on dishes, see the “Loading Your Dishwasher” section.

• Detergent cup opening.

Energy saving tips

Set your home water heater to provide a minimum of 120°F (49°C) incoming water to the dishwasher.

To check water temperature:

1.Run hot water at the faucet closest to your dishwasher. Set a cup under the faucet, and place a candy or meat thermometer in it.

2.Run hot water for at least one minute into

the cup, allowing the water to overflow. Check the temperature. If the water temperature is below 120°F (49°C), have a qualified person raise the

thermostat setting on your water heater.

•Run the dishwasher only with a full load.

•Use only the cycle and options that you need.

•Run the dishwasher during off-peak hours if your utility company offers reduced rates on electricity during specific times of day.

•Run the dishwasher at night during the summer to reduce daytime heat buildup in your home.

•Do not rinse dishes before loading.

•Use the Energy Saver Dry option.

23

C a r i n g f o r Y o u r D i s h w a s h e r

Water filtered for cleaner dishes

Your new dishwasher is designed to give you many years of dependable service. However, there are a few things you are expected to do in order to maintain your dishwasher properly. This section tells you how to clean and care for your dishwasher.

HYDRO SWEEP* Wash System

The HYDRO SWEEP Wash System in your dishwasher provides excellent cleaning results. The wash water is continuously filtered by a triple filtration and soil collector system to prevent food particles from redepositing on clean dishes.

The filter

The filter continuously filters the wash water and traps the food particles that have been removed from the dishes. A small amount of water will always remain under the filter to keep the pump seal moist.

4-way HYDRO SWEEP spray arm

Coarse strainer

(not removable)

The water jets

The food particles are removed from the Ultra-Fine filter by 2 water jets that are located underneath the 4-way HYDRO SWEEP spray arm.

The coarse strainer

A coarse strainer will prevent bones, pits, and other large objects from entering the pump system. You should periodically check the strainer for such items that may have mistakenly entered the dishwasher.

Overflow protection float

The overflow protection float in the front right	Check under
corner of the dishwasher tank prevents the	overflow
dishwasher from overflowing. The float must	protection float
be in place for the dishwasher to operate.
Check under the float for objects that may
prevent the float from moving up or down.

24