Kitchenaid KDTM354DSS User Manual

User Guide

Dishwasher

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In an effort to conserve natural resources, this dishwasher includes a condensed User Guide. A complete User Guide can be downloaded at www.kitchenaid.com/customer-service/manuals/

For future reference, please make a note of your product model and serial numbers. These can be located on a label in the tub along the left outer edge.

Model Number________________________________ Serial Number______________________________________

Register your dishwasher at www.kitchenaid.com. In Canada, register your dishwasher at www.kitchenaid.ca.

Para una version de estas instrucciones en español, visite www.kitchenaid.com.

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:

DANGER

WARNING

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.

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, 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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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WARNING

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.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

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

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

KEY USAGE TIPS

Drying - Rinse Aid is essential.

You must use a drying agent such as
a rinse aid for good drying	RINSE AID	Full
performance. Rinse aid along with
	IMPROVES DRYING
the ProDry™ option will provide best	Lock
drying and avoid excessive moisture
in dishwasher interior.		Add
		CHECK
		WITH DOOR
		FULLY OPEN

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/RESUME must be pressed each time.

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.

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.

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.

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OPERATING YOUR DISHWASHER

1. Prepare and Load the Dishwasher

2. Check that all arms spin freely

3. Add Detergent

10 place load - upper rack

10 place load - lower rack

12 place load - upper rack

12 place load - lower 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.” If your silverware does not fit into the designated slots, push tabs inward on either end and lift lid off of the silverware baskets.

■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.

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 a cycle.

■ Fresh automatic dishwasher 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

■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 ProDry™ 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.
		Add

■To add rinse aid, turn the

dispenser cap ¼ turn	RINSE AID
counterclockwise and lift off.	IMPROVES DRYING
	Lock	Full
Pour rinse aid into the
opening until indicator level is		Add
at “Full.” Replace dispenser
		CHECK
cap and turn to “Lock.” Make		WITH DOOR
		FULLY OPEN

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.

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

5. Select a Cycle

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

6. Select Options

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.

■Push door firmly closed. The door latches automatically. Select the wash cycle option and press START/RESUME or press START/ RESUME to repeat the same cycle and options used in the previous wash cycle.

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

■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.

CYCLE GUIDE

		CYCLES		SOIL LEVEL	WASH TIME* (MINS.)		WATER
					W/O OPTIONS		USAGE
					TYPICAL	MAX	GALLONS
							(LITERS)
		The most advanced and versatile cycle. ProWash™ cycle		Light to Medium	85	150	3.7 (14.0)
		senses the load size, soil amount, and toughness of soil, to
				Tough/Baked-On	120	180	4.2 (15.9)
		adjust the cycle for optimal cleaning using only the amount of
		water and energy needed.		Heavy	120	180	4.2 (15.9)
		Use for hard-to-clean, heavily soiled pots, pans, casseroles,		Heavy/Baked-On	120	180	4.2 (15.9)
		and regular tableware.
		This cycle with only the ProDry™ option selected, and		Light to Medium	80	145	2.7 (10.2)
		without other options selected, is recommended to
				Heavy	120	180	4.2 (15.9)
		completely wash and dry a full load of normally soiled dishes.
		The energy usage label is based on this cycle and option
		combination.
		Use for lightly soiled items or china and crystal.		Light to Medium	80	145	2.7 (10.2)
				Heavy	120	180	4.2 (15.9)
		When you need fast results, the Express Wash will clean		All soil levels	60	60	5.2 (19.8)
		dishes using slightly more water and energy. Select the
		ProDry™ option to speed drying times.
		Use for rinsing dishes, glasses, and silverware that will not be		All soil levels	16	16	2.1 (8.1)
		washed right away.
		Do not use detergent.
		OPTIONS	CAN BE	WHAT IT DOES	ADDED TIME TO CYCLE		ADDED
			SELECTED				WATER
			WITH				GALLONS
					TYPICAL	MAX	(LITERS)

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 in the top rack. Turn the ProDry™ option off for an air dry.

Available with any cycle except Rinse Only

Uses the heating

38

45

0

element to heat air, plus a system of vents and a fan that ventilates moist air out of the dishwasher to speed drying times. ProDry™ option defaults to ON when any cycle is selected except for Express Wash.

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OPTIONS	CAN BE	WHAT IT DOES	ADDED TIME TO CYCLE		ADDED
	SELECTED				WATER
	WITH				GALLONS
			TYPICAL	MAX	(LITERS)

Lower jets clean pans, casseroles, etc., with tough food soil to eliminate the need for soaking and scrubbing of dirty, baked-on dishes.

Tough

Normal

ProWash™

Top Rack

Only

Activates the	75	90	0	- 1.5
ProScrub® spray jets			(0	- 5.7)

to provide intensified cleaning power to specific wash areas.

Raises the main wash temperature to improve cleaning for loads containing tough, baked-on food.

Tough

Normal

ProWash™

Raises the main	40	50	0	- 1.5
wash temperate			(0	- 5.7)

from 105°F (41°C) to either 130°F (55°C) or 140°F (60°C).

Sanitizes dishes and glassware in accordance with NSF International NSF/ ANSI Standard 184 for Residential 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.

Tough

Normal

ProWash™

Increases the main	72	85	0	- 1.5
wash temperature			(0	- 5.7)

from 105°F (41°C) to 140°F (60°C) and the final rinse from 140°F (60°C) to 155°F (68°C).

For added convenience, use for washing a small load of dishes in the top rack to help keep the kitchen continuously clean.

Available	Slightly faster wash	- 3	-40	0
with any	for smaller loads
cycle

Runs the dishwasher at a later time or during off-peak electrical hours. Select a wash cycle and options. Press the Delay button. Press START/RESUME. Close the door firmly.

NOTE: Anytime the door is opened (such as, to add a dish), the Start/Resume button must be pressed again to resume the delay countdown.

Available with any cycle

Delays the start of a

240

480

0

cycle to the specified time.

OPTIONS	WHAT IT DOES

Avoids unintended use of the dishwasher between cycles, or cycle and option changes during a cycle.

To turn on Lock, press and hold TOP RACK ONLY for 3 seconds. The Control Lock light will stay on for a short time, indicating that it is activated, and all buttons are disabled. If you press any button while your dishwasher is locked, the light flashes 3 times. The dishwasher door can still be opened/closed while the controls are locked.

NOTE: You may need to disable Sleep Mode by pressing either START/RESUME or CANCEL/DRAIN, or by opening and closing the door before you are able to turn Control Lock off.

To turn off Control Lock, press and hold TOP RACK ONLY for 3 seconds. The light turns off.

NOTE: If your model requires you to press and hold TOP RACK ONLY to lock the controls, the Control Lock LED will be on or off to indicate whether Control Lock is active or not.

Control	Purpose	Comments

To start or resume a wash cycle

If the door is opened during a cycle or the power is interrupted, the Start/Resume indicator flashes. The cycle will not resume until the door is closed and START/RESUME is pressed.

NOTE: If the Start/Resume button is located on top of door, push door firmly closed within

3 seconds of pressing START/RESUME. If the door is not closed within 3 seconds, the Start/ Resume button LED will flash, an audible tone will be heard, and the cycle will not start.

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