KitchenAid KUDI01FK User Manual

UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER

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Table of Contents/Table des matières.............................................................................2

Use & Care Guide

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Model/Modèle KUDI01FK

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE DES MATIÈRES

DISHWASHER SAFETY.............................................................. 3

Before Using Your Dishwasher....................................................4

PARTS AND FEATURES ............................................................ 5

START-UP GUIDE ..........................................................................6

Using Your New Dishwasher .......................................................6

DISHWASHER LOADING...............................................................6

Loading Suggestions ...................................................................6

Loading Top Rack........................................................................7

Loading Bottom Rack ..................................................................7

Loading Silverware Basket ..........................................................8

DISHWASHER USE........................................................................8

Detergent Dispenser ....................................................................8

Rinse Aid Dispenser.....................................................................9

Dishwasher Efficiency Tips ........................................................10

Cycle Selection Charts...............................................................10

Canceling a Cycle ......................................................................10

Changing a Cycle or Setting ......................................................11

Adding Items During a Cycle .....................................................11

Option Selections.......................................................................11

Status Indicators ........................................................................11

Wash System .............................................................................12

Vent System ...............................................................................12

Overfill Protection Float..............................................................12

WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS.........................................................12

DISHWASHER CARE ...................................................................13

Cleaning......................................................................................13

Drain Air Gap..............................................................................13

Storing........................................................................................13

TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................14

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................16

In the U.S.A. ...............................................................................16

In Canada ...................................................................................16

WARRANTY .............................................................................. 17

LA SÉCURITÉ DU LAVE-VAISSELLE ......................................19

Avant d’utiliser le lave-vaisselle .................................................20

PIÈCES ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES...........................................21

GUIDE DE MISE EN MARCHE ....................................................22

Utilisation de votre nouveau lave-vaisselle................................22

CHARGEMENT DU LAVE-VAISSELLE.......................................22

Suggestions de chargement......................................................22

Chargement du panier supérieur ...............................................23

Chargement du panier inférieur .................................................23

Chargement du panier à couverts .............................................24

UTILISATION DU LAVE-VAISSELLE...........................................25

Distributeur de détergent ...........................................................25

Distributeur d’agent de rinçage..................................................26

Conseils d’efficacité pour le lave-vaisselle ................................27

Tableaux de sélection de programmes .....................................27

Annulation d’un programme ......................................................28

Changement d’un programme ou réglage ................................28

Addition de vaisselle durant un programme..............................28

Sélection d’options.....................................................................28

Indicateurs d’état d’avancement du programme ......................29

Système de lavage.....................................................................29

Système de ventilation...............................................................29

Dispositif de protection contre le débordement........................29

LAVAGE D’ARTICLES SPÉCIAUX ..............................................30

ENTRETIEN DU LAVE-VAISSELLE.............................................30

Nettoyage ...................................................................................30

Dispositif anti-refoulement......................................................31

Remisage....................................................................................31

DÉPANNAGE.................................................................................31

ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE.........................................................33

GARANTIE.................................................................................34

DISHWASHER SAFETY

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.

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

You 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.

Before Using Your Dishwasher

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.

Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Connect ground wire to green ground connector

in terminal box. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in

death, fire, or electrical shock.

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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 “Storing” in the “Dishwasher Care” section for winter storage information.

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Install and level dishwasher on a floor that will hold the weight, and in an area suitable for its size and use.

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Remove all shipping plugs from hoses and connectors (such as the cap on the drain outlet) before installing. See Installation Instructions for complete information.

PARTS AND FEATURES

Upper spray arm

Top r ac k

Model and serial number label

Water inlet opening [in tub wall]

4-way HYDRO SWEEP™ spray arm

Control Panel

Bottom rack

Detergent dispenser

Vent system

Middle spray arm

10.

Silverware basket

11.

Overfill protection float

12.

Heating element

13.

Rinse aid dispenser

14.

Control panel

Cancel

START-UP GUIDE

Before using your dishwasher, remove all packaging materials. Read this entire Use and Care Guide. You will find important safety information and useful operating tips.

Push door firmly closed. The door latches automatically.

Using Your New Dishwasher

Scrape large food soil and hard items (toothpicks or bones) from dishes.

Properly load the dishwasher. (See “Dishwasher Loading.”) Make sure nothing prevents the spray arm(s) from spinning freely.

Add detergent and check the rinse aid dispenser. Add rinse aid if needed. (See “Dishwasher Use.”)

Run hot water at the sink nearest your dishwasher until the water is hot. (See “Dishwasher Efficiency Tips.”) Turn off water.

Press the desired cycle and option selections. (See “Dishwasher Use.”)

Press START. Or press START to repeat the same cycle and options as the previous cycle.

The lights on the control panel will turn off and the cycle will begin. If the door is opened during the cycle, the cycle and option lights will turn back on.

NOTE:

If the dishwasher is not started before closing the door, the cycle and options will revert to the last cycle and options completed.

DISHWASHER

Loading Suggestions

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Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks and other hard items from the dishes. To conserve water, energy and save time it is not necessary to rinse dishes before putting them in the dishwasher. The wash module removes food particles from the water. The module contains a chopping device which will reduce the size of food items.

NOTE:

If hard items such as fruit seeds, nuts, and egg shells enter the wash module, you might hear chopping, grinding, crunching, or buzzing sounds. These sounds are normal when hard items enter the module. Do not let metallic items (such as pot handle screws) get into the wash module. Damage can occur.

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It is important for the water spray to reach all soiled surfaces.

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Load dishes so they are not stacked or overlapping if possible. For best drying, water must be able to drain from all surfaces.

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Load heavy pots and pans carefully. Heavy items can dent the stainless steel interior of the door if they are dropped or bumped.

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Make sure pot lids and handles, pizza pans, cookie sheets, etc., do not interfere with the spray arm rotation.

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Conserve water, energy and save time over hand rinsing by running a rinse cycle to keep dishes moist if you do not plan to wash them soon. Foods such as eggs, rice, pasta, spinach, and cooked cereals may be hard to remove if they are left to dry over a period of time.

Quiet operating tips

To avoid thumping/clattering noises during operation:

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Make sure lightweight load items are secured in the racks.

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Make sure pot lids and handles, pizza pans, cookie sheets, etc., do not touch interior walls or interfere with the rotation of the spray arm.

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Load dishes so they do not touch one another.

NOTE:

For built-in models, keep sink drain plugs closed during

dishwasher operation to prevent noise transfer through drains.

The top rack is designed for cups, glasses, and smaller items.

Loading Top Rack

Many items, up to 9 in. (22 cm), fit in the top rack. (See recommended loading patterns shown.)

NOTE:

The features on your dishwasher rack may vary from the

drawings shown.

10 place setting

12 place setting

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Place items so open ends face down for cleaning and draining.

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Load glasses and cups in top rack only. The bottom rack is not designed for glasses and cups. Damage can occur.

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Place cups and glasses in the rows between tines. Placing them over the tines can lead to breakage and water spots.

NOTE:

The features on your dishwasher rack may vary from the

drawings shown.

10 place setting

12 place setting

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Do not load glasses, cups, or plastic items in the bottom rack. Load small items in the bottom rack only if they are secured in place.

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Load plates, soup bowls, etc., between tines.

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Overlap the edges of plates for large loads.

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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 tines. Do not nest bowls because the spray will not reach all surfaces.

Cup and glass load

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China, crystal, and other delicate items must not touch each other during dishwasher operation. Damage may occur.

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Load plastic items in the top rack only. Only plastic items marked “dishwasher safe” are recommended.

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Load plastic items so the force of the spray does not move them during the cycle.

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To avoid chipping, do not let stemware touch other items.

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Small bowls, pans, and other utensils can be placed in the top rack. Load bowls in the center section for best stability.

Loading Bottom Rack

The bottom rack is designed for plates, pans, casseroles, and utensils. Many items, up to 13 in. (33 cm) tall, fit in the bottom rack. (See recommended loading patterns shown.)

Utensil load

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Load cookie sheets, cake pans, and other large items at the sides and back. Loading such items in front can keep the water spray from reaching the detergent dispenser.

Mixed load

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Secure heavily soiled cookware face down in the rack.

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Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation of the spray arm(s). The spray arm(s) must move freely.

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Do not load items between the bottom rack and the side of the dishwasher tub because they might block the water inlet opening.

Loading Silverware Basket

Load the silverware basket while it is in the bottom rack or take the basket out for loading on a counter or table.

NOTE:

Unload or remove the basket before unloading the racks

to avoid spilling water droplets on the silverware.

DISHWASHER USE

Detergent Dispenser

The detergent dispenser has 2 sections. The smaller Pre-Wash section empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close the door.

1. Cover latch

2. Main Wash section

3. Pre-Wash section

4. Cover

The larger Main Wash section automatically empties detergent into the dishwasher during the wash. (See the “Cycle Selection Charts.”)

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Use automatic dishwashing detergent only. Other detergents can produce excessive suds that can overflow out of the dishwasher and reduce washing performance.

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Add detergent just before starting a cycle.

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Store tightly closed detergent in a cool, dry place. Fresh automatic dishwasher detergent results in better cleaning.

NOTE:

Do not use detergent with a rinse cycle.

Filling the dispenser

If the dispenser cover is closed, open the cover by pushing the cover latch.

Mix items in each section of the basket with some pointing up and some down to avoid nesting. Spray cannot reach nested items.

Fill the Main Wash section with detergent. See “How Much Detergent to Use.”

Fill the Pre-Wash section, if needed.

Close the dispenser cover.

IMPORTANT:

pointing down.

NOTES:

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Do not load silver or silver-plated silverware with stainless steel. These metals can be damaged by contact with each other during washing.

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Some foods (such as salt, vinegar, milk products, fruit juices, etc.) can pit or corrode silverware. Run a rinse cycle if you do not have a full load to wash immediately.

Always load sharp items (knives, skewers, etc.)

It is normal for the cover to open partially when dispensing detergent.

NOTE:

Use both sections for cycles with 2 washes. Use only the main wash section for cycles with 1 wash. See the “Cycle Selection Charts” for more details.

How much detergent to use

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The amount of detergent to use depends on the hardness of your water and the type of detergent. If you use too little, dishes won’t be clean. If you use too much in soft water, glassware will etch.

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Water hardness can change over a period of time. Find out your water’s hardness by asking your local water department, water softener company, or county extension agent.

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You can order a water hardness test strip. In the U.S.A., call the Customer Interaction Center and ask for Part Number

4171690.

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Different brands of dishwasher detergent have different amounts of phosphorus for softening water. If you have hard water and use a detergent with a phosphorous content of less than 8.7%, you might need to use more detergent, or use a detergent with a phosphorous content higher than 8.7%.

Water Hardness Amount of Detergent

Rinse Aid Dispenser

Rinse aids prevent water from forming droplets that can dry as spots or streaks. They also improve drying by allowing water to drain off of the dishes during the final rinse by releasing a small amount of the rinse aid into the rinse water. Your dishwasher is designed to use a liquid rinse aid. Do not use a solid or bar-type.

Filling the dispenser

The rinse aid dispenser holds 4.8 oz (145 mL) of rinse aid. Under normal conditions, this will last for about three months. You do not have to wait until the dispenser is empty to refill it. Try to keep it full, but be careful not to overfill it.

Make sure the dishwasher door is fully open.

Open the dispenser by pushing the cover latch.

Soft to Medium Hard Water

0 to 6 grains per gallon

Medium to Hard Water

7 to 12 grains per gallon

Very Hard Water

13 grains per gallon and above

NOTE:

It might be necessary to use the Heavy cycle, or a normal cycle with Hi-Temp Wash, for best wash performance with very hard water.

For normally soiled loads

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Partially fill the Main Wash section (5 tsp or 25 g)

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Fill the Pre-Wash section (4 tsp or 20 g)

NOTE:

Add only 2 tsp or 10 g of detergent to the Pre-Wash section if dishes are pre-rinsed or the water is very soft (0 to 2 grains per gallon).

For heavily soiled loads

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Partially fill the Main Wash section (7 tsp or 35 g)

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Fill the Pre-Wash section (4 tsp or 20 g)

For normal and heavily soiled loads

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Partially fill the Main Wash section (7 tsp or 35 g)

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Fill the Pre-Wash section (4 tsp or 20 g)

For normally and heavily soiled loads

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Fill the Main Wash section (8 tsp or 40 g)

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Fill the Pre-Wash section (4 tsp or 20 g)

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Turn the rinse aid dispenser to a higher setting. See “Rinse Aid Dispenser” later in this section.

1. Cover latch

2. Rinse aid dispenser

3. Indicator window

Add rinse aid until the indicator window looks full.

Clean up any spilled rinse aid with a damp cloth.

Close the cover.

NOTE:

The cover latch clicks when the cover is closed and

latched.

Rinse aid setting

The amount of rinse aid released into the final wash can be adjusted. The factory setting is at 2. For most water conditions, set the adjuster to 1 or 2. If there are rings or calcium (hard water) spots on dishes, try a higher setting.

To adjust the setting

Open the dispenser cover. Turn the adjuster inside the dispenser to the desired setting.

NOTE:

Fill amounts shown are for standard powdered detergent. Amounts may vary if you use liquid or concentrated powdered detergent. Follow instructions on the package when using liquid dishwasher detergent or concentrated powdered detergent.

Dishwasher Efficiency Tips

Cancel

Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing detergent. Hot water also dissolves grease on dishes and helps glasses dry spot-free. Is the water temperature too low? For best dishwashing results, water should be 120°F (49°C) as it enters the dishwasher. Loads may not wash as well if the water temperature is too low. Water that is too hot can make some soils harder to remove and cause certain detergent ingredients not to function. If your water heater is located far from the dishwasher, it may be necessary to run the hot water at the faucet closest to the dishwasher to minimize the amount of cold water in the water line.

To check water temperature

Run hot water at the faucet closest to your dishwasher for at least 1 minute.

Place a candy or meat thermometer in a glass measuring cup.

Temperatures indicate where extra heat is added. Water usage is shown in This model meets the E

U.S.

gallons/liters.

NERGY STA R

guidelines for energy

efficiency. Cycle time includes dry time. An asterisk ( * ) by the cycle time

indicates the cycle time might be longer depending on the temperature of the water entering the dishwasher. The cooler the water, the longer the cycle time. If the water is already hot enough, the cycle time will be as shown.

Use this cycle for heavily-soiled pots, pans, casseroles, regular tableware and harder than normal

Use both detergent dispenser sections.

water conditions.

Pre-

Wash

Main

Wash

Rinse Rinse Final

Heated

Rinse

Dry Time

(min)

Water Usage (gal/L)

Check the temperature on the thermometer as the water is running into the cup.

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To save water, energy and time, do not rinse dishes before putting them into the dishwasher.

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Use the Normal cycle whenever possible. This cycle uses less hot water and energy than other cycles.

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Use a delay feature (on some models) to run your dishwasher during off-peak hours. Local utilities recommend avoiding heavy usage of energy at certain times of day.

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During the summer, run your dishwasher at night. This reduces daytime heat buildup in the kitchen.

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Use an air dry, or an energy-saving dry option whenever possible. Allow longer drying times (overnight) when using these options. Use a rinse aid to improve drying.

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Use cycles or options that add extra heat to the wash or rinse portion of the cycle only when needed.

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Run your dishwasher with full loads. Run a rinse cycle after meals until the dishwasher is full.

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If your home is equipped with a water softener, you may want to avoid starting the dishwasher during the regeneration of the softener, as this may contribute to poor wash performance.

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130°F

(54°C)

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140°F

(60°C)

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140°F (60°C)

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89* 6.9/26

Use this cycle for loads with normal amounts of food soil. (The energy-

Use both detergent dispenser sections.

Dry Time

Rinse

140°F (60°C)

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(min)

79* 5.9/22.3

Pre-

Wash

● ●

usage label is based on this cycle.)

Main

Purge† Rinse Final

Wash

120°F (49°C)

● ●

Heated

Use this rinse cycle for rinsing dishes, glasses, and silverware that will not be washed right away.

Pre-

Wash

†

Rinse Main

●

Wash

A small amount of water is run through the pump to remove

Rinse Final

Heated

Do not use detergent with this cycle.

Dry Time

Rinse

(min)

10 1.8/7

soil particles between the main wash and final rinse.

Water Usage (gal/L)

Cycle Selection Charts

Select the wash cycle and options desired. Or press START to repeat the same cycle and options as the previous cycle.

NOTE:

If the last cycle you completed was a rinse cycle, the dishwasher will run the last full wash cycle and options that you selected when you press Start.

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If the power is off or the door is open for an extended period of time, the Start button memory will default to the Normal cycle with heated drying.

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If you do not run the dishwasher daily, close the door to maintain memory.

A “●” shows what steps are in each cycle.

Canceling a Cycle

Carefully open the door slightly to stop the cycle. Wait for the spraying action to stop before opening the door to access the control panel.

Press

Cancel glows.

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

To stop the drain

You can press CANCEL again to stop the drain. Remember to drain the dishwasher before starting a new cycle.

To clear the indicators

Press CANCEL before starting the dishwasher to clear all options and cycles.

Changing a Cycle or Setting

During the first minute of a cycle

Open the door.

Press a new cycle and/or options.

Check the detergent dispensers. They must be filled properly for the new cycle.

Close the door. The dishwasher resumes the new cycle and/or option after a 5 second pause.

After the first minute of a cycle

Carefully open the door slightly to stop the cycle. Wait for the spraying action to stop before opening the door to access the control panel.

Press

Cancel

Cancel glows.

Close the door. Your dishwasher starts a 2 minute drain (if needed). Let the dishwasher drain completely.

Select a new cycle and/or options.

Press START.

Check the detergent dispensers. They must be filled properly for the new cycle.

Close the door.

Adding Items During a Cycle

You can add an item anytime before the main wash starts. Open the door and check the detergent dispenser. If the cover is still closed, you can add items.

Hi-Temp Scrub

Select this option to heat the water during parts of the cycle, and add a rinse. Higher water temperatures and an extra rinse helps clean tough soils. Hi-Temp Scrub, with the Heavy cycle, raises the water temperature in the prewash and main wash. Hi-Temp Scrub, with the Normal cycle, raises the water temperature in the main wash.

This option adds heat, water and wash time to a cycle.

NOTE:

cycles.

Hi-Temp Scrub is an option with the Heavy and Normal

ENERGY SAVER™ Dry

Select this option to dry dishes without heat and save energy. ENERGY SAVER™ Dry is useful when loads contain plastic dinnerware that may be sensitive to high temperatures.

The dishes take longer to dry and some spotting can occur. For best drying, use a liquid rinse aid. Some items (such as plastics) may need towel drying.

NOTE:

SAVER™ Dry is an option with all other cycles.

Rinse Only automatically uses this option. ENERGY

Control Lock

Use the Control Lock to prevent unintended use of the dishwasher. You can also use the control lock feature to prevent unintended cycle or option changes during a cycle.

When Control Lock is lit, all buttons are disabled.

NOTE:

The dishwasher door can be opened while the controls

are locked.

To turn on the Lock

Press and hold

To add items

Carefully open the door slightly to stop the cycle. Wait for the spraying action to stop before opening the door.

Open the door. If the detergent dispenser cover is still closed, add the item.

Close the door firmly until it latches. The dishwasher resumes the cycle after about a 5 second pause.

Option Selections

You can customize your cycles by pressing an option. If you change your mind, press the option again to turn the option off. Select a different option if desired.

You can change an option anytime before the selected option begins. For example, you can press an unheated drying option any time before drying begins.

Press START to repeat the same cycle and options as the previous wash cycle.

NOTE:

If the last cycle you completed was a rinse cycle, when you press Start, the dishwasher runs the last full wash cycle and options.

for 4 seconds. Control Lock glows.

If you press any pad while your dishwasher control is locked, the light flashes 3 times.

To turn off the Lock

Press and hold ENERGY SAVER™ Dry control for 4 seconds. The light turns off.

IMPORTANT:

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Operate your dishwasher only when you are at home.

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If your home is equipped with a water softener, do not start the dishwasher during the regeneration of the softener.

Status Indicators

Clean

CLEAN glows when a cycle is finished. The light turns on when you open the door. The light turns off when you close the door or press CANCEL.

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