KitchenAid KUDH24SE User Manual

Model

KUDH24SE

97431 O0

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

Call the Consumer Assistance Center toil free ..................................... 1-800-422-1230

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

Call toll free ............................................................................................ 1-800-807-6777

8 a.m. - 6 p.m. (EST)

If you need assistance or service, first see the 'q'roubleshooting" section ofthis book. After

checking "Troubleshooting," additional help can be found by checking the "Requesting Assis-
tance 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 (see diagram

on page 4).

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

Serial Number

Date Installed

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Builder/Dealer Name

Address

Phone

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Your safety is important to us.

This guide contains safety symbols and
statements. Please pay special attention to

these symbols and follow any instructions
given. Here is a brief explanation of the use
of the symbol.

This symbol alerts you to
hazards such as fire, electrical

shock, or other injuries.

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 the 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.

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 us'El 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 dish-
washer 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.

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- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS"

Remove the door to the washing compart-
ment when removing an old dishwasher

from service or discarding it.
For a grounded, cord connected dishwasher:.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

The dishwasher must be grounded. In the
event of a malfunction or breakdown,

grounding will reduce the risk of electrical
shock by providing a path of least resis-

tance for electric current. The dishwasher

is equipped with a cord having an equip-
ment-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 electrical 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:

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

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.

Belowis 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

Lower rack

(p. 8)

Heating

element

Detergent

dispenser

(p. 11)

Vent

Upper

arm

Upper rack

(p. 7)

Silverware

(p. 9)

4-way

HYDROSWEEP*

spray arm

(p. 18)

Overflow

protection

float

(p. 18)

Rinse

agent

-- dispenser
(p. 13)

Control Panels

KUDH24SE

CLZAN

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WASH SELECTIONS

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Cycle pads

WATEB HEAll_G

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OPTIONS

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Option pads

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Before using your dishwasher

Fire Hazard

Do not use an extension cord.
Doing so can result in death, fire, or

electrical shock.

Electrically ground dishwasher.
Connect ground wire to green ground

nut in terminal box.
Failure to do so can result in death or

electrical shock.

Electrical Shock Hazard

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 winter storage information on page 19.

,, Install and level dishwasher on a floor that

will hold the weight, and in an area suitable
for its size and use.

• Remove all shipping plugs from hoses and
connectors (such as the cap on the drain

outlet) before installing. See Installation

Instructions for complete information.

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 con-

tains important operating and safety information.

How to use your dishwasher

1. Load the dishwasher. See pages 7-9.

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 11-12.

5. Push door firmly when closing.

6. Press the desired Wash Selection pad.
See the "Cycle

selection chart" on

page 14. Then press

the desired Option(s)

pad(s). See page 15

for "Option selections."

7. Run hot water at sink nearest dishwasher
until water is hot.

Turn off water.
See page 17.

4. Add rinse agent if needed. See page 13.

8. Press the Start pad. The cycle will begin.

NOTE: The dishwasher

rememberst_helast

cycle_'nd(_ption(s)you
selected.Youonlyhave

to pressthe Startpad

youwantto usethe

same cycle and option(s).

This section tells you how to properly load your dishwasher for the best washing

and rinsing results.

Preparing to load the dishwasher

• Scrape leftover food, bones, toothpicks,

and other hard items from dishes. It is not
necessary to rinse dishes before putting

them into the dishwasher.

• Load dishes so soiled surfaces face the
spray (down or inward). It is important for

the water spray to reach all soiled surfaces.

• Take care when loading heavy pots or pans

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 may occur.

• Place items so open ends face down for

best cleaning and draining.

• Load plastic items securely in the upper

rack only. Wash only plastic items marked

"dishwasher safe."

• Make sure pot lids and handles, pizza pans,
cookie sheets, etc., do not touch interior

walls or interfere with the spray arm rotation.

• Run a Rinse Only cycle to keep dishes moist
if you do not plan to wash them soon. Foods
like eggs, rice, pasta, spinach, and cooked

cereals may be hard to remove if they are

left to dry.

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Cup and glass load

• Secure lightweight items so they don't
overturn during washing. Wedge light-

weight items against one another or

overlap them with heavier dishes.

• Load bowls in the ce'_er section for

best stability.

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Mixed load

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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.

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Utensil load

• 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.

Mixed load

Loading the silverware basket

• 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.

• 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,fruitjuices, etc.) can pitor corrode
silverware if left on for long periods oftime.
Use the Rinse Only cycle when silverware

is not washed immediately after use.