KitchenAid KUDL03IVWH4, KUDL03IVBL4 Owner’s Manual

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We hold our company to the highest quality standards and it is 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 "Troubleshooting"

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.com. If

you need further assistance using your KitchenAid dishwasher, please contact us at 1-800-422-1230. InCanada: 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 near the door

on the right-hand or left-hand side of the dishwasher interior.

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Table of Contents

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

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

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

CYCLE AND OPTION DESCRIPTIONS....................................4

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

DISHWASHERCARE.................................................................8

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

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

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.

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 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.

[] 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

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

Do not use dishwasher until completely installed.
Do not push down on open door.

Doing so can result in serious injury or cuts.

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.

Tip Over Hazard

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Prepare and load
dishwasher.

for cleaning and
rinse aid for

drying.

2 Add detergent ,_

Prepare and Load the Dishwasher
IMPORTANT: Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks and other

hard items from the dishes. Remove labels from containers before
washing.

Select a cycle and option.

_ Start dishwasher.

F

STEP2

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 A
dishwasher detergent
results in better

cleaning. Store tightly
closed detergent B

container in acool, dry
place.

Upper rack Lower rack

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 door 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 upper 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. Cover latch
B. Main Wash section
C. Pre-Wash section

• 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, fill the Main Wash section
of the dispenser as shown. Fill the Pre-Wash section to the
level shown, if needed.

NOTE: Fill amounts shown
are for standard powdered

detergent. Follow
instructions on the package

when using other dishwasher

R HardWater 1

MainWash

HardWater
SoftWater

Pre-Wash

detergent.

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 heat dry option will
not perform as well without rinse aid.

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.
Check the rinse aid indicator. Add rinse aid when indicator
drops to "Add" level.

To add rinse aid, turn the dispenser cap
to "Refill" and lift off. Pour rinse aid into

the opening until the indicator level is at

"Full." Replace the dispenser cap and

turn to "Lock." Make sure cap is fully

locked.

Refill_)

Lock

Full
Add

STEP3

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 will take up to 31/2hours to complete.

Select Options (options vary by model)

See "Cycle and Option Descriptions" charts in the following
section.

You can customize your cycles by pressing the options desired.

/-• ........... •............. p_•.................. • ................ s S_•.............Heat %/_•

/ Steam P oSc ub San, H_-Temp Dry 4Hour

_lnse bcruo •L / uelay

STEP4

turn to lock

NOTE: For most water conditions, the

factory setting of 2 will give good
results. If you have hard water or notice

rings or spots, try a higher setting. Turn
the arrow adjuster inside the dispenser

by either using your fingers or inserting

a flat-blade screwdriver into the center
of the arrow and turning.

• Run hot water at the sink nearest your dishwasher until the
water is hot. Turn off water.

Push door firmly closed. The door latches
automatically. Select the wash cycle and options

desired OR press START/RESUME to repeat the same
cycle and options as in the previous wash cycle.

You can add an item anytime before the main wash starts.
Open the door slowly and add the item. Close the door firmly.

Press START/RESUME.

Start or Resume a Cycle

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f, ..................................................................................CYCLES ....................................................................................._,

OH" envy _a .... OLight/ /_ _Quick ORinse

Duty Wash China CI .... p Only

................................................................................................OPTIONS ....................................................................................................

A_ • 0 I 0 Heat ;:t
I/ Steam ProScrub . . Dry

_/ Rinse Scruo AL k Delay

• . /_

San H-Temp __ 4 Hour

• Washing

• Drying

• Clean

• Sanitized

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

CYCLES DISH LOAD TYPES DESCRIPTIONS

WASH TIME (HH:MM)

Cycle Cycle + Options *Maximum

Minimum Minimum

_...L__...._,.use for hard40,clean heavily During the wash the Wash action Will li39 2:09 3i30

Heavy soiled pots' pans, Casseroles, repeatedly paUse for several secondsl ...............................................................................

Duty e

L ...............; regu!ai tab!ewar :

Use for loads with normal
amounts of food soil.

The energy-usage label is based on this
cycle. During the wash, the wash action

1:11 1:41 3:30

will repeatedly pause for several seconds.

Use for lightly soiled items or During the wash the wash acti0n will 1:17 1:47 2:51
china and crystal, repeated!y pause for several seconds,

Use to quickly wash

This cycle does not dry.

0:30 none none

prerinsed glasses or dish
loads.

fO::""::"'_: use for r nsing dishes, This cycle does not dry. 0:10 none none

Rinse glasses and silverware that DO not use detergent

Only W not be Washed r ght away. ..........................

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.

OPTIONS DISH LOAD TYPES DESCRIPTIONS USE WITH:

__'._ Use for cads W th norma The Steam opt on adds steam to the cYc e Th S opt on Heaw Duty or Norma

Steam amounts of s0il. raises the Water temperature in the fina! rinse to Wash Cyclel

_._'J approximatelY !55°E (68°0). ]-he option adds heat and time .......................................

to the cyc!e,

Pans, casseroles, etc. with Activates the PROSCRUB _spray jets and provides
tough food soil. intensified water spray to the back of the lower level rack.

Heavy Duty or Normal
Wash cycle

May add heat and time to the cycle.

Tosanitize your dishes and Raises the Water temperature in the final dnse to Normal Wash cyc!e.
glassware in accordance approximately 155°F (68°C). This high temperature rinse Heaw Duty cycle

with NSF/ANS! Standard sanitizes your dishes and glassware in accordance with automatically uses Sani
184 for Residential NSF/ANSI Standard 184 for Residential Dishwashers, Rinse: Only these

Dishwashers. Certified residential dishwashers are not intended for sanitization cycles have

!icensed food estab!ishments, been designed to meet

The sanitize or sani Rinse option adds heat and time to the . 4

the NSF/ANSI

cYc!el [equJ[emems:

Loads containing tough,
baked-on food.

Increases the target water temperature during the wash
portions of the cycle.

Heavy Duty or Normal
Wash cycles

Adds heat, wash time and water to the cycle.

........................'._ For best drying results dry Turn OFF When loads c0ntain piastic dinnerware that maybe All CYcles except Rinse

HDeryt d shes With heat sensitive to high temperaturesl On!y. Automatic withal!

CLock • • • • : : • wash cycles unless you

This opt on with the use of r nse audw provide the best . .: _

drying performance; !u[n !_om

To run your dish washer at Delays the start of a cycle up to 4 hours.
a later time or during off- Select a wash cycle and options. Press 4 Hour Delay. Press

All cycles, except Rinse
Only

peak hours. START/RESUME. Close the door firmly.

Contro Lock To avoid unintended use of To turn on Lock, press and hold Heat Dry for at least Anytime

f_ .................. your dishwasher, or cycle 4 seconds.

Heat • •

Dr and opt on changes dur ng

Y , To turn off Lock press and hod Heat Dry for at east

_Lock _j acyc e

":,,.,,,,_,-,,,., 4 seconds,

When Control Lock is lit a!! buttons are disab!ed, !fyou press

any pad whi!e your dishwasher is !ocked, the light f!ashes
3 timesl The dishwasher doo[ can be oPened whi!e the

controls are locked.

IMPORTANT: The sensor in your dishwasher monitors 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 less than the recommended temperature or food soils are heavy, the cycle
will automatically compensate by adding time, heat and water as needed.

To cancel wash
cycle

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

;: • w_,h_og To fol!ow the Clean indicator g!ows when a cYcle is finished.

Drying ,. ; , , If you Select the sani Rinse option, when the Sani Rinse cycle is finished, the Sanitized indicator

_1Clean glowsl If your dishwasher did not properly sanitize your dishes, the light flashes at the end of the

Sanitized

progress of your
alsnwasner cycle

cycle. This can happen if the cycle is interrupted, or the water could not be heated to the required

Dishw2s e : ea:h: :res

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

PROSCRUB ®Wash Area

The PROSCRUB ®wash area is located at
the back of the lower level rack.

NOTE: You must select the PROSCRUB ®
wash option to use this feature. Make sure

items do not interfere with the water feed
tube, spray arms, or PROSCRUB ®spray

jets.

• Load pans, casserole dishes, etc., in the

back of the lower dish rack with the
soiled surfaces facing the PROSCRUB ®
spray jets.

• Only one row of items may face the PROSCRUB ®spray jets.
Stacking, overlapping or nesting items will keep the

PROSCRUB ®spray jets from contacting all of the surfaces.

Removable Lower Level Rack Inserts

IMPORTANT: This insert must be used when using the

PROSCRUB®wash option. All insert tines should be in the up
position, and the dish should be placed in the open, middle section

facing the PROSCRUB®spray jets.
The double and single removable rack inserts allow you to adjust

the rack for the type of load you are washing. This is useful when
washing a variety of dishes, pots and pans, or roasters.

CULINARY CADDY ®Utensil Basket
Use the utensil basket to hold specialty

cooking utensils (serving spoons,
spatulas, and similar items), or overflow

silverware items.
The basket hangs on the bottom rack in

the right-hand corner. Load the basket
while it is on the bottom rack or remove

the basket for loading on a counter or
table.

NOTE: Spin the spray arms. Be sure
items in the basket do not stop the

rotation of the spray arms.

SURE-HOLD ®Small Items Mesh Pouch

This pouch hangs on the front of
the bottom rack. Use it to hold

small items that could otherwise
"fly" around inside the dishwasher
during a cycle.

Adjustable 2-Position Mid Level Rack

After removing the culinary tool rack, you can raise or lower the mid
level rack to fit tall items in either the mid level or bottom rack.

Adjusters are located on each side of the mid level rack. Each
adjuster has 2 preset positions. The high and low positions are

marked on the adjuster.
IMPORTANT: If using the culinary tool baskets inthe Down

position, the mid level rack must also be in the lowest position.
To raise the rack, press both rack adjusters and lift the rack until it

is in the Up position and level.
To lower the rack,

press both rack
adjusters and slide the

rack back to its lower
position.

NOTE: The mid level
rack must be level.

A. Double rack insert
B. Single rack insert

To install lower level inserts:

NOTE: It will be easier to install the inserts if you remove the

silverware basket from the rack.

1. Place the double insert end legs under the 3rd wire from the
right and single insert legs under the 2nd wire from the right.

IMPORTANT: Make sure that the curved wires, on the bottom
of the insert, fit over the wires inthe bottom of the rack.

2. Push down on insert until handle fits against outer rack edge.

3. When center tab under handle locks in under the middle side
rack wire, the insert is in place.

To remove lower level inserts:

Pull handle out to the right and lift up to release and lift insert out of

rack.

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

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

NOTE: Remove the culinary tool basket(s) when washing tall
stemware or other tall items in the mid level rack.

FLEXI-FOLD DOWN TM Flexible Tines

The row of tines on the left-hand and
right-hand sides of the mid-level rack

can be adjusted to make room for a
variety of dishes.

To adjust the fold-down tines:

1. Grasp the tip of the tine that is in
the tine holder.

2. Gently push the tine out of the
holder.

3. Lay the tines down, toward the
center of the rack.

SURE-HOLD ® Light Item Clips
The light item clips hold lightweight plastic items

such as cups, lids, or bowls in place during --_'_//
washing.

To move a clip:

1. Pull the clip up and off the tine.

2. Reposition the clip on another tine.

Removable Mid Level Rack Inserts

Your dishwasher has two removable mid level rack inserts which
allow you to adjust the rack to the type of load you are washing.

Removable Mid Level and Culinary Tool Racks

The removable racks allow you to
wash larger items such as stock

pots, roasters, and cookie sheets
in the lower level rack.

IMPORTANT: Remove dishes
prior to removing the mid level

rack from dishwasher.
To remove the rack:

1. To access track stops, pull the
rack forward until it stops and
clicks into place.

2. To open track stops, flip the track stop to the outside of the
track.

3. After opening both track stops, slide front wheels up and out
of the slot in track. Continue to pull rack forward in track and
slide the back wheels up and out of the track.

4. Close track stops.

5. Slide rack tracks back into dishwasher.

To replace the rack:

1. Gently pull rack tracks forward in dishwasher until they stop
and click into place.

2. To open track stops, flip the track stop to the outside of the
track.

3. Place the back rack rollers on each side of the rack into the
track slot and roll the rack back into the tracks.

4. Insert front rack rollers on each side of the rack into the rack
slots.

5. Close track stops on both sides of rack and slide rack back
into dishwasher.

A.Trackstop
B.Track

A. Removable rack inserts
B. Insert holding clips

To install rack inserts:

Place the insert end legs under the front or back rack wire as

shown below. Push down on the center insert wire until it slides

into the holding clip on either side of the center in the bottom of the

rack.

A. Lift removable insert wire to remove from holding clips.
B. Holding clips

To remove inserts:

Lift up on the insert wire located toward the center of the rack to

release the insert from the holding clips. Lift insert out of rack.

Culinary Tool Rack

The culinary tool rack is designed with 2 movable baskets to hold
extra silverware, knives and cooking utensils.

Install the baskets in this up position when you have extra
silverware and flatware to wash.

Up position

Install the baskets in this down position when you have extra
silverware, knives, or utensils requiring more room to wash.

IMPORTANT: When you are using the culinary tool baskets in the
down position, the mid level rack must also be in the lowest

position.

Down position

Remove the front basket in the down position, when you are using
the cup shelves or other tall items in the mid level rack for more
room.

Cleaning the Dishwasher
Clean the exterior of the dishwasher with a soft, damp cloth and
mild detergent. Ifyour dishwasher has a stainless steel exterior, a

stainless steel cleaner is recommended.
Clean the interior of the dishwasher, with a paste of powdered

dishwasher detergent and water or use liquid dishwasher detergent
on a damp sponge to clean the cooled-down interior.

A white vinegar rinse may remove white spots and film. Vinegar is
an acid, and using it too often could damage your dishwasher.

Put 2 cups (500 mL) white vinegar in a glass or dishwasher-safe
measuring cup on the bottom rack. Run the dishwasher through a

complete washing cycle using an air-dry or an energy-saving dry
option. Do not use detergent. Vinegar will mix with the wash water.

First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

to possibly avoid the cost of a service call.

In the U.S.A., www.kitchenaid.com In Canada, www.kitchenaid.ca

Dishwasher is not operating properly

• Dishwasher does not run or stops during a cycle

Is the door closed tightly and latched?
Is the right cycle selected?

Is there power to the dishwasher? Has a household fuse blown,
or has a circuit breaker tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the

circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.
Has the motor stopped due to an overload? The motor

automatically resets itself within a few minutes. If it does not
restart, call for service.

Is the water shutoff valve (if installed) turned on?
It is normal for certain cycles to repeatedly pause for several

seconds during the main wash.

• Clean light is flashing

Call for service.

• Dishwasher will not fill

Is the overfill protection float able to
move up and down freely? Press down

to release.

Dishwasher seems to run too long

The dishwasher can run up to 31/2hours depending on soil

level, water temperature, cycles and options.
Is the water supplied to the dishwasher hot enough? The

dishwasher runs longer while heating water.
Is the dishwasher cycle time within the cycle times? See cycle

sections wash times. A delay automatically occurs in some
wash and rinse cycles until the water reaches the proper

temperature.

If you have a drain air gap,
check and clean it if the

dishwasher isn't draining
well.

Storing the Dishwasher
If you will not be using the dishwasher during the summer months,
turn off the water and power supply to the dishwasher. In the

winter, if the dishwasher could be exposed to near freezing
temperatures or is left in aseasonal dwelling such as a second

home or vacation home, avoid water damage by having your
dishwasher winterized by authorized service personnel.

This dishwasher is equipped with an optical sensor wash that
detects water temperature, soil and detergent amount. Wash

cycles are adjusted based on what is sensed.
IMPORTANT: The very first wash cycle after installation inyour

home will be adjusted to include an additional 2 rinses. This
cycle must not be interrupted for proper sensor adjustment. If

this adjustment cycle is canceled or stopped before the Clean
light comes on at the end of the cycle, the next wash cycle will

repeat this sensor adjustment.
Water remains in the dishwasher

Is the cycle complete?
Detergent remains in the covered section of the dispenser
Is the cycle complete?
Is the detergent lump-free? Replace detergent if necessary.

Is the dispenser door blocked by dishes or cookware when the
dishwasher door is closed?

White residue on the front of the access panel

Was too much detergent used?
Is the brand of detergent making excess foam? Try a different

brand to reduce foaming and eliminate buildup.

• Odor in the dishwasher
Are dishes washed only every 2 or 3 days? Run a rinse cycle

once or twice a day until you have a full load.
Does the dishwasher have a new plastic smell? Run a vinegar

rinse as described in "Dishwasher Care."

Condensation on the kitchen counter (built-in models)

Is the dishwasher aligned with the countertop? Moisture from
the vent in the dishwasher console can form on the counter.

Refer to the Installation Instructions for more information.