KitchenAid KDTE104DWH1, KDTE704DSS1, KDTE404DSS1, KDTE334DSS1, KDTE304DSS1 Owner’s Manual

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.

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All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING."

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

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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.

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.
[] 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.

SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTiONS

[] Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door, lid, 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 or lid to the washing compartment

when removing an old dishwasher from service or
discarding it.

State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:
WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer.
WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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TipOverHazard

Donot use dishwasher until completely installed.

Do not push down on open door.
Doing so can result in serious injury or cuts.

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.

SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTiONS

Filtration system

Your dishwasher has the latest
technology in dishwasher filtration.

This filtration system minimizes
sound and optimizes water and
energy conservation while providing
superior cleaning.

The filter system consists of two
parts, an upper filter assembly and

lower filter.
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to dishwasher, do not operate your

dishwasher without filters properly installed. Be sure lower filter is
securely in place and upper filter assembly is locked into place. If upper
assembly turns freely, it is not locked into place.

Lower Filter

Filter maintenance

The filters may need to be cleaned when:

• Visible objects or soils are on upper
filter assembly.

• Dishes feel gritty to the touch.

See "Filtration System" in full User Guide for
complete removal and maintenance
schedule.

IMPORTANT: Do not use wire brush,
scouring pad, etc., as they may damage the

filters.
Rinse filter under running water until soils are

removed. If you have hard to remove soils or
calcium deposits because of hard water, a

soft brush may be required.

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.

Drying - Rinse Aid is essential.

You must use a drying agent such
as a rinse aid for good drying
performance. Rinse aid along with
the Heat Dry or ProDry TM option will
provide best drying and avoid

excessive moisture in dishwasher
interior.

IMPROVES DRYING

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RINSEAID

Heat Dry ProDry

Energy efficiency

Energy efficiency is gained by extending cycle time and
reducing the amount of wattage and water used during your
dishwasher's cycle. For exceptional cleaning, cycles are
longer due to the soak and pauses. Several models contain
an optical water sensor used to determine water and energy
consumption for great cleaning performance.

Efficient dishwashers run longer to save water and energy, just as
driving a car slower saves on gas. Your first cycle will run longer to

calibrate the optical water sensor.

Press start/resume every time you add a dish.

IMPORTANT: If anyone opens the door (such as, for
adding a dish, even during the Delay Hours option), Start

START/RESUME must be pressed each time. RESUME
Push door firmly closed within 3 seconds of pressing RepeatLast

START/RESUME. If door is not closed within Cycle
3 seconds, the start button LED will flash, an audible tone

will be heard, and cycle will not start.

Recommended detergent

The United States and Canada have passed a restriction limiting the amount of phosphorus (phosphates) in
the household dishwasher detergents to no more than 0.5%, whereas previous detergents contained 8.7%.
Major manufacturers have reformulated their dishwasher detergent for this change in detergents as another
step in eco-conscious awareness. With these recent changes it is recommended to use tablets and packs for
convenience and improved performance. \

1.Prepare and Load the Dishwasher

10 place load - upper rack 10place load - lower rack

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12 place load - upper rack

IMPORTANT: Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks and other hard
items from dishes. Remove labels from containers before washing.

• Make sure when dishwasher door is closed no items are blocking
detergent dispenser.

• Items should be loaded with soiled surfaces facing down and
inward to the spray as shown in the graphics above. This will
improve cleaning and drying results. Angle dirtiest dish surface
downward, allowing space for water to flow up through rack and

between dishes.

• Avoid overlapping items like bowls or plates that may trap food.

• Place plastics, small plates and glasses in upper rack.
Wash only items marked "dishwasher safe."
To avoid thumping/clattering noises during operation: Load dishes

so they do not touch one another. Make sure lightweight load items
are secured in racks.

When loading silverware, always place sharp items pointing down
and avoid "nesting" as shown. If your silverware does not fit into the
designated slots, lift and slide covers off to remove them and mix
silverware types to keep them separated.

12place load - lower rack

• Use slots in the covers and suggested loading patterns to keep
your silverware separated for optimum wash. See the complete

on-line User Guide for detailed illustrations.

2.Check that all arms spin freely

3. 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 detergent just
before starting acycle.

• Fresh automatic dishwasher -.... J

detergent results in better
cleaning. Store tightly closed
detergent container in a cool, dry
place.

Premeasured Detergents

Many detergents now come in
premeasured forms (gel packs,
tablets, or powder packs). These forms are suitable for all hardness and
soil levels. Always place premeasured detergents in main compartment

and close lid.
Using dishwasher detergent tablets and packs have been proven better

than powder, liquid or gel detergents at reducing filming on dishes.
Using tablets and packs over time will start to reduce or eliminate white

film. Also, by using a rinse aid you can minimize repeat buildup of white
film.

NOTE: Follow instructions on the package when using other
dishwasher detergent types.

4. Add Rinse Aid

5. Select a Cycle (cycles vary by model)

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.
Rinse aid keeps water from forming droplets that can Full

dry as spots or streaks. It also improves drying by
allowing water to drain off of dishes after final rinse.

To add rinse aid, turn the
dispenser cap to "Refill" and lift

off. Pour rinse aid into the
opening until indicator level is at

"Full." Replace dispenser cap
and turn to "Lock." Make sure

cap is fully locked.

NOTE: For most water conditions,
the factory setting will give good

results.

• Check water hardness level to ensure no rings
or spots on your dishware before adding rinse
aid or adjusting the factory setting.

• If you are experiencing poor drying
performance, you may want to try a higher
setting.

Turn the arrow adjuster inside the dispenser to
change rinse aid setting.

Add

Efficient dishwashers run longer to save water and energy, just as
driving a car slower saves on gas. Typical cycle time is approximately
21/2hours, but can take less or more time to complete depending on

selections.

6. Select Options (options vary by model)

You can customize your cycles by pressing the options desired. If you
change your mind, press the option again to turn off the option. Not all
options are available for every cycle. If an invalid option is selected for a
given cycle, the lights will flash.

7.Start or Resume a Cycle

NOTE: Run hot water at sink nearest your dishwasher until water is hot.
Turn off water.

If Start/Resume button is located on top of door, push door firmly
closed within 3 seconds of pressing START/RESUME. If door is not

closed within 3 seconds, the Start button LED will flash, an audible
tone will be heard, and cycle will not start.

IMPORTANT: If anyone opens the door (such as, for adding a dish,
even during the Delay Hours option), Start/Resume button must be
pressed each time.

• If Start/Resume button is located on front of door, push door firmly
closed. The door latches automatically. Select the wash cycle,
options and press START/RESUME or press START/RESUME to
repeat the same cycle and options as in previous wash cycle.

This information covers several different models. Your dishwasher may not have all of the cycles and options described.

The most advanced and versatile cycle. ProWash TM cycle Light to Medium 110 150 3.8 (14.5)

ProWash senses the load size, soil amount, and toughness of soil, to

adjust the cycle for optimal cleaning using only the amount of Tough/Baked-On 125 190 5.0 (19.1)

Soil- Sense water and energy needed. Heavy 125 190 7.7 (29.0)

Use f0i hard,t0,c!ean, heavi!Y s0i!ed P0tSl pansl Casser0iesl Heavy/Baked,On 40 (30,0)

Iougn and regu!artab!eware.

Normal normally soiled dishes. Selecting this cycle will default to the

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Express dishes using slightly more water and energy. Select the Heat

This cycle is recommended to completely wash a full load of Light 110 150 2.8 (10.5)
options recommended for normal amounts of food soil. The Medium 110 150 4.0 (15.0)

energy label is based on this cycle. Heavy 125 190 7.9 (30.0)

Use for light!y soi!ed itemS or China and Light to Medium 105 4.2(15.2)

HeavylBaked,On 120 185 7.7(29.0)

When you need fast results, the Express Wash will clean

All soil levels 58 64 6.2 (23.5)

Wash Dry or ProDry TM option to speed drying times.

Usefor rinsingdishes,glasses; and silveiware that will notbe All soil levels 17 20 2.4 (9.0)

KI rise washed right away,

ProDry

Dries dishes with heat and a fan. This option,
with the use of rinse aid, will provide the best
drying performance. Plastic items are less

likely to deform when loaded inthe top rack.
Turn the ProDry TM option off for an air dry.

Dries dishes with heat. This option, with the Available Activates the heating 52 52 0

Available

with any

cycle except

Rinse Only

Uses the heating
element, vents, and
afan to speed drying

times. ProDry TM

option defaults to ON
when any cycle is
selected except for
Rinse Only.

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Heat Dry use of rinse aid. will provide the best drying with any element at the end of

performance. Plastic items are less likely to cycle except the wash cycle to
deform when loaded in the top rack. Turn the Rinse Only speed drying times.

Heat Dry option off for an air dry. Heat Dry defaults to ......

ON when any cycle
isselected except for
Rinse Only.

Lower jets clean pans, casseroles, etc., with Tough Activates the 53 73 0 - 3.0

ProScru b tough food soil to eliminate the need for Normal ProScrub ®spray jets (0 - 11.2)

soaking and scrubbing of dirty, baked-on ProWashT M to provide intensified
dishes. The upper rack has two spray zones cleaning power to

in the front corners to reach into deeper or Top Rack specific wash areas.
oddly shaped items. Only

; Raises the main wash temperatuie to Raises the main 42 60 0-3.0

rl lemp

" improve cleaning for loads containing tough N0rmal wash temperate "0'112'

Wash baked-on f00d. Pr0washTM fr0m i05°F (41°C)to _ ! !

soundOn/off ................................................................................. ......either i30°F (55c°)......................................................................

Hold3Sec or 140°F (60C°).

Sanitizes dishes and glassware in Tough

Sani accordance with NSF International NSF/ Normal

Rinse ANSI Standard 184 for Residential ProWashT M

Dishwashers. Certified residential
dishwashers are not intended for licensed
food establishments. The Sani indicator

indicates at the end of the cycle whether the
Sani Rinse option was successfully
completed. If the indicator is not activated, it

is probably due to the cycle being

interrupted.

Increases the main
wash temperature

from 105°F (41°C) to

140°F (60°C) and

the final rinse from

140°F (60°C) to
155°F (68°C).

53 73 0 - 3.0

(0- 11.2)

ToLRack For added convenience, use f0r washing a Available Slightly faster wash ,7 ,30 0

, small load of dishes in the top rack t0 help with any f0r sma!!er !0ads

unly keep the kitchen continuous!y clean, cycle

Runs the dishwasher at a later time or during Available Delays the start of a

240 480

4 a our off-peak electrical hours. Select a wash cycle with any cycle to the

Delay and options. Press the Delay button. Press cycle specified time.

or NOTE: Anytime the door is opened (such as,

2-4-8 Hr.

Delay

START/RESUME. Close the door firmly.

to add a dish), the Start/Resume button must
be pressed again to resume the delay

countdown.