KitchenAid KUDD03STPA10, KUDD03STBL10, KUDD03DTWH10, KUDD03DTSS10, KUDD03DTPA10 Owner’s Manual

Thank you for Choosing KitchenAid ®Appliances.
We hold our company to the highest quality standards, and itis important to us that you have a positive experience owning a

KitchenAid ®product.
Foryour convenience, we have provided an easy to follow User Instruction Book. These instructions include a 'q-roubleshooting"

section to help you through any problems you may encounter.

Foradditional information, you can visit the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)section of our website at www.kitchenaid.oora. 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 on the left-hand

side of the upper drawer.

Para obtener acceso a "lnstrucciones para el usuario de la lavavajillas" en espa_ol, o para obtener informaciSn adicional

acerea de su producto, visite: www.kitchenaid.com.
Tenga listo su nL_merecompleto de modelo y de aerie. Puede encontrar su nt3mero de modelo y de aerie en la etiqueta ubicada

cerea de la puerta, al lado derecho o izquierdo del interior de la lavavajillas.

Table of Contents

DISHWASHERSAFETY.............................................................1

QUICK STEPS.............................................................................3

DISHWASHERUSE....................................................................3

CYCLEAND OPTION DESCRIPTIONS....................................5

DISHWASHERFEATURES........................................................6

DISHWASHER CARE .................................................................8

TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................8

WARRANTY..............................................................................10

Dishwasher Safety

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many importantsafetymessages 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 killor 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 i_
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.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

• Read all instructions before usingthe 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 upto reduce the risk
of cut-type injuries.

• Do not wash plastic items unlessthey 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 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 isflammable,
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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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.

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Quick Steps

Prepareandload

dishwasher.

Add detergent
for cleaning and

rinse aid for
drying.

Prepare and Load the Dishwasher
IMPORTANT: Remove

leftover food, bones,

toothpicks and other hard

items from the dishes,
Remove labels from

containers before
washing,

Dishwasher Use

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.

• Fresh automatic
dishwasher detergent

results in better cleaning.
Store tightly closed

detergent container in a
cool, dry place.

Select a cycle and option.

Start dishwasher.

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Make sure nothing keeps spray arm(s) from
spinning freely, it is important for the water
spray to reach all soiled surfaces.

• Make sure that when the dishwasher drawer is closed no items

are blocking the detergent dispenser.

• Items should be loaded with soiled surfaces facing down and
inward to the spray as shown. This will improve cleaning and

drying results.

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

• Place plastics, small plates and glasses in the rack. Wash only
plastic 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 the racks.

When loading silverware, always place sharp
items pointing down and avoid "nesting" as
shown.

A. Pre-Wash section
B. Main Wash section
C. Cover latch

• 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]

• Depending on your water hardness, fillthe Main Wash section

ofthe dispenser as shown. Fill the Pre-Wesh section to the
level shown, if needed.

NOTE: Fillamounts shown are for
standard powdered detergent.

Follow instructions on the
package when using other

dishwasher detergent.

• Powdered detergent is recommended for use inthe drawer

dishwasher.

• When using gel of powder packets/tablets, it is recommended

th_ the dispenser lid not be closed to allow the detergents to

dissolve properly from the beginning of the cycle.

HadWat_ Sc_Water

Pr_Wash Ma]nWHh

Add Rinse Aid

• Your dishwasher isdesigned to use rinse aid for good drying
performance. Without rinse aid, your dishes and dishwasher

interiorwill have excessive moisture.

• Rinse aid keeps water from forming droplets that can dry as

spots or streaks. They also improve drying by allowing water to
drain off of the dishes after the final rinse.

• Rinse aid helps to reduce excess moisture on the dish racks

and interior of your dishwasher.

• When the dispenser is low and needs to be • RinseAidLow
refilled,an indicator light on the control panel

will illuminate.

• To add rinse aid, turn

the dispenser cap a 1/_
turn counterclockwise

and remove. Pour

rinse aid into the

opening untilthe liquid

reaches the FULL
levelmarking. Replace

the dispenser cap and
turn clockwise until

¼ turntolock

the cap issecure.

NOTE: For most water conditions, the factory setting of 2 will give

good results.

RinseAid

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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 willtake up to 21_ hours to complete.

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Select Options (options vary by model)
See "Cycle and Option Descriptions" charts in the following

section,
You can customize your cycles by pressingthe options desired, To

Cancel an option, press it again,

Start or Resume a Cycle

• Run hot water at the sink nearest your dishwasher until

the water ishot. Turn off water.

• Select the wash cycle and options desired.
Press START/RESUME button once and close the drawer. After
a brief pause, the cycle will begin. The drawer must be closed

within 3 seconds after pushing START/RESUME or the lights
will flash, a tone will sound, and the dishwasher will not begin.
Press the START/RESUME button again and shut the drawer

within 3 seconds.

• You can add an item anytime before the main wash starts.
Open the drawer slowly and add the item. Press the START/

RESUME then close the drawer.

NOTE: If you have a two drawer dishwasher model, each drawer
has its own controls and can run independently of the other.

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Cycle and Option Descriptions

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

1:30 1:30 2:10

soiled pots, pans, caseemles, heat.
Use for hard-to-clean, heavily This cycle forcea max time, water and
and regular tableware.

1:00 1:00 1:20

china and crystal. Towel drying may be required.

Use for lightlysoiled items or This cycle washes at lower temperatures.

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.

NOTE: Dry time (fan running) istypically 4 hours after wash cycle. After 30 minutes of dry time, the clean lightwill illuminate. Anytime after

the clean light is lit and the drawer is opened for longer than 30 seconds, the cycle will be terminated.

To sanitize your dishes and

glassware in accordance

with NSF/ANSI Standard

184 for Residential
Dishwashers.

Raises the water temperature in the final rinse to
approximately 155°F (68°C). This high temperature rinse
sanitizes your dishes and glassware inaccordance with

NSF/ANSI Standard 184 for Residential Dishwashers.
Certified residential dishwashers are not intended for

licensed food establishments.

The Sanitize or Sani Rinse option adds heat and time to the

cycle.

Normal cycle and
Sensor wash. Heavy
Duty cycle automatically

uses Sani Rinse. Only
these eanitization cycles

have bean designed to
meet the NSF/ANSI

requirements.

IMPORTANT:Thesensorinyourdishwashermonitors the soil level. Cycle time and/or water usage can vary as the sensor adjusts the

cycle for the best wash performance. If the incoming water is leas than the recommended temperature or food soils are heavy, the cycle
will automatically compensate by adding time, heat and water as needed.

Tocancel wash
cycle

Close the drawer firmly.The dishwasher starts a 2-minute drain (if needed). Let the dishwasher
drain completely.

Your KitchenAid dishwasher may have some or all of these features.

SURE-HOLD ®Small Items Mesh Pouch

This pouch hangs on the rack. Use "=

itto hold small items that could - L-_==

otherwise 'ffly" around inside the _ _=

dishwasher during a cycle. '.....

Dishwasher Features

SURE-HOLD ® Cup and Stemware Holder
Fold down the extra shelf on the left-hand or right-hand side of the

rack to hold additional cups, stemware or long items such as
utensils and spatulas,

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