KitchenAid Dishwahser User Instructions
Thank you for Choosing KitchenAid~ Appliances.
We hold our company to the highest quality standards and it is important to us that you have a positive experience owning a
KitchenAid~ product.
For your convenience, we have provided an easy to follow User Instruction Book. These instructions include a "Troubleshooting"
section to help you through any problems you may encounter.
For additional information, you can visit the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section of our website at wv~v.kitchenaid.com. If
you need further assistance using your KitchenAid dishwasher, please contact us at 1-800-422-1230. In Canada: visit
www, kitchenaid,ca
or call 1-800-807-6777.
Have your complete model and serial number ready. You can find your model and serial number on the label located near the door
on the right-hand or left-hand side of the dishwasher interior.
Para obtener acceso a "lnstrucciones para el usuario de la lavavajillas" en espahol, o para obtener informaci6n adicional acerca de
su producto, visite:
www.kRchenaid,com
Tenga listo su nOmero completo de modelo y de serie. Puede encontrar su nQmero de modelo y de serie en la etiqueta ubicada
cerca de la puerta, al lado derecho o izquierdo del interior de la lavavajillas.
Table of Contents
DISHWASHER SAFETY .............................................................
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QUICK STEPS
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3
DISHWASHER USE ....................................................................
3
CYCLE AND OPTION DESCRIPTIONS ....................................
4
DISHWASHER FEATURES
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6
DISHWASHER CARE
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TROUBLESHOOTING
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WARRANTY ..............................................................................
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Your safety and the safety of others are 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 potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All
safety messages
will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING."
These
words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately
follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow
instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
W10193740A
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
When using the dishwasher, follow basic precautions, including the following:
¯ Read
all
instructions
before using the
dishwasher.
¯ Do not tamper with controls.
¯
¯ Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door, lid, or dish racks
of 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:
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To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in
or on the dishwasher.
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.
¯
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 or lid to the washing compartment
when removing an old dishwasher from service or
discarding it.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
For a grounded, cord-connected dishwasher:
The dishwasher must be grounded. In the event of a
malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of
electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for
electric current. The dishwasher is equipped with a cord
having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding ¯
plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet
that is installed and grounded in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances.
WARNING."
Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or service representative
if you are in doubt whether the dishwasher is properly
grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the
dishwasher; if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.
For a permanently connected dishwasher:
The dishwasher must be connected to a grounded metal,
permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding
conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and
connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on
the dishwasher.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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.
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Prepare and load
dishwasher.
Add detergent
for cleaning and
rinse aid for
drying.
Select a cycle and option.
4~
Start dishwasher.
STEP 1
Prepare and Load the Dishwasher
IMPORTANT:
Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks and other
hard items from the dishes. Remove labels from containers before
washing.
Upper rack Lower rack
STEP2
Add Detergent
NOTE: If you do not plan to run a wash cycle soon, run a rinse
cycle. Do not use detergent.
¯
Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Add powder, liquid
or tablet detergent just before starting a cycle.
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Fresh automatic
A
dishwasher detergent
results in better
cleaning. Store tightly
closed detergent
B
container in a cool, dry
place.
Make sure nothing keeps spray arm(s) from
spinning freely. It is important for the water
spray to reach all soiled surfaces.
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Make sure that when the dishwasher door is closed no items
are blocking the detergent dispenser.
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Items should be loaded with soiled surfaces facing down and
inward to the spray as shown. This will improve cleaning and
drying results.
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Avoid overlapping items like bowls or plates that may trap food.
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Place plastics, small plates and glasses in the upper rack.
Wash only plastic items marked "dishwasher safe."
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To avoid thumping/clattering noises during operation: Load
dishes so they do not touch one another. Make sure lightweight
load items are secured in the racks.
When loading silverware, always place sharp
items pointing down
and
avoid "nesting" as
shown.
A.
Cover
latch
B.
Main Wash section
C.
Pre-Wash section
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The amount of detergent to use depends on:
How much soil remains on the items - Heavily soiled loads
require more detergent.
The hardness of the water - If you use too little in hard water,
dishes won’t be clean. If you use too much in soft water,
glassware will etch.
Soft to Medium Water (0-6 grains per U.S. gallon)
[typical water softener water and some city water]
Medium to Hard Water (7-12 grains per U.S. gallon)
[well water and some city water]
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Depending on your water hardness, fill the Main Wash section
of the dispenser as shown. Fill the Pre-Wash section to the
level shown, if needed.
NOTE: Fill amounts shown
are for standard powdered
detergent. Follow
instructions on the package
when using other dishwasher
detergent.
Soft Waler
Hard Water
Soft
Water
Main Wash Pre-Wash
Add Rinse Aid
Your dishwasher is designed to use rinse aid for good drying
performance. Without rinse aid your dishes and dishwasher
interior will have excessive moisture. The heat dry option will
not perform as well without rinse aid.
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Rinse aid keeps water from forming droplets that can ~ Full
dry as spots or streaks. They also improve drying by
allowing water to drain off of the dishes after the final
rinse.
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Rinse aid helps to reduce excess moisture on the dish ~ Add
racks and interior of your dishwasher.
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Check the
rinse aid
indicator. Add rinse aid when indicator
drops to "Add" level.
To add rinse aid, turn the dispenser cap
to "Refill" and lift off. Pour rinse aid into
the opening until the indicator level is at
"Full." Replace the dispenser cap and
turn to "Lock." Make sure cap is fully
locked.
NOTE:
For most water conditions, the
factory setting of 2 will give good
results. If you have hard water or notice
rings or spots, try a higher setting. Turn
the arrow adjuster inside the dispenser
by either using your fingers or inserting
a flat-blade screwdriver into the center
of the arrow and turning.
Lock
Refill
~@
¼ turn to lock
STEP 3
Select a Cycle (cycles vary by model)
See "Cycle and Option Descriptions" charts in the following
section.
Heavier cycles and options affect cycle length. Some cycles and
options will take up to 31/2 hours to complete.
Select Options (options vary by model)
See "Cycle and Option Descriptions" charts in the following
section.
You can customize your cycles by pressing the options desired.
OH~t
STEP4
Start or Resume a Cycle
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Run hot water at the sink nearest your dishwasher until the
water is hot. Turn off water.
Push door firmly closed. The door latches
automatically. Select the wash cycle and options
desired OR press START/RESUME to repeat the same
cycle and options as in the previous wash cycle.
You can add an item anytime before the main wash starts.
Open the door slowly and add the item. Close the door firmly.
Press START/RESUME.
This information covers several different models. Your dishwasher may not have all the cycles and options described.
CYCLE SELECTI
CYCLES
DISH LOAD ~PES
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Washing
¯
Drying
¯
Clean
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Sanlt~zed
DESCRIPTIONS
WASH TIME (HH:MM)
Cycle
Cycle + Options *Maximum
Minimum Minimum
Use for hard-to-clean, heavily
During the wash, the wash action will
1:39
2:09
3:30
soiled pots, pans, casseroles,
repeatedly pause for several seconds.
and regular tableware.
Use for loads with normal
The energy-usage label is based on this
1:11
1:41
3:30
amounts of food soil.
cycle. During the wash, the wash action
will repeatedly pause for several seconds.
Use for lightly soiled items or
During the wash, the wash action will
1:17
1:47
2:51
china and crystal,
repeatedly pause for several seconds.
Use to quickly wash
This cycle does not dry.
0:30 none
none
prerinsed glasses or dish
loads.
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Use for rinsing dishes,
This cycle does not dry.
0:10 none
none
glasses, and silverware that
Do
not
use detergent.
will not be washed right away.
You can customize your cycle by selecting an option.
See option selections. If you change your mind, press the option again to turn off the option, or select a different option. You can change
an option anytime before the selected option begins.
*Maximum wash times depend on water temperature, heavy soil condition, dish load size and options selected.
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