KitchenAid KUDS25SH, KUDC25CH User Manual

Models/Modèles KUDS25SH and KUDC25CH

9744039A

TABLE OF

TABLE DES

CONTENTS

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

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

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

START-UP GUIDE............................................................... 7

Using Your New Dishwasher............................................ 7

LOADING YOUR DISHWASHER ....................................... 7

Loading Suggestions ........................................................ 7

Loading the Top Rack....................................................... 8

Loading the Bottom Rack................................................. 9

Loading the Silverware Basket....................................... 10

USING YOUR DISHWASHER........................................... 11

Detergent Dispenser ....................................................... 11

Rinse Aid Dispenser........................................................ 12

Dishwasher Efficiency Tips............................................. 13

Cycle Selection Chart ..................................................... 13

Canceling a Cycle ........................................................... 14

Changing a Cycle or Setting........................................... 15

Adding Items During a Cycle.......................................... 15

Option Selections............................................................ 15

Control Panel Lights........................................................ 16

Wash System.................................................................. 17

Drying System................................................................. 17

Overfill Protection Float................................................... 17

WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS ............................................. 18

CARING FOR YOUR DISHWASHER............................... 19

Cleaning Your Dishwasher.............................................. 19

Drain Air Gap................................................................... 19

Storing Your Dishwasher ................................................ 20

TROUBLESHOOTING....................................................... 21

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ............................................. 23

In the U.S.A. .................................................................... 23

In Canada........................................................................ 23

WARRANTY....................................................................... 24

MATIÈRES

LA SÉCURITÉ DU LAVE-VAISSELLE............................26

Avant d’utiliser le lave-vaisselle...................................... 27

PIÈCES ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES .................................. 28

GUIDE DE MISE EN MARCHE ........................................ 30

Utilisation de votre nouveau lave-vaisselle .................... 30

CHARGEMENT DU LAVE-VAISSELLE ........................... 31

Suggestions de chargement........................................... 31

Chargement du panier supérieur.................................... 31

Chargement du panier inférieur...................................... 33

Chargement du panier à couverts.................................. 34

UTILISATION DU LAVE-VAISSELLE............................... 35

Distributeur de détergent................................................ 35

Distributeur d’agent de rinçage ...................................... 37

Conseils d’efficacité pour le lave-vaisselle..................... 37

Tableau de sélection de programme.............................. 38

Annulation d’un programme........................................... 39

Changement d’un programme ou réglage..................... 40

Addition de vaisselle durant un programme .................. 40

Sélection d’options ......................................................... 40

Lampes du tableau de commande................................. 41

Système de lavage.......................................................... 42

Système de séchage ...................................................... 43

Dispositif de protection contre débordement................ 43

LAVAGE D’ARTICLES SPÉCIAUX................................... 43

ENTRETIEN DU LAVE-VAISSELLE ................................. 44

Nettoyage du lave-vaisselle............................................ 44

Dispositif anti-refoulement.............................................. 45

Remisage du lave-vaisselle ............................................ 45

DÉPANNAGE..................................................................... 46

ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE ............................................. 49

Aux États-Unis ................................................................ 49

Au Canada ...................................................................... 49

GARANTIE......................................................................... 50

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DISHWASHER SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others is 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 hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER” or

“WARNING.” These words mean:

You will be killed or seriously injured if you don't

DANGER

WARNING

All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.

follow instructions.

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

You
follow instructions.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

■ 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.

: When using the dishwasher, follow bas ic precautions, including the following:

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

■ 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
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 to the washing compartment when

removing an old dishwasher from service or
discarding it.

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Before Using Y our

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.

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. 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.

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.

■ 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 Your Dishwasher” in the
“Caring for Your Dishwasher” section for winter stor age
information.

■ 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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PARTS AND FEATURES

1. Upper spray

2. Top spray arm

3. Water inlet opening

4. Model and serial number label

5. Cup shelf

6. Bottom rack

7. 4-WAY HYDRO SWEEP™

spray arm

8. Heating element

9. Detergent dispenser

10. Vent

11. FLEXI-SPLIT™ divided tines

12. Cup shelf

13. Top rack

14. Light item clips

15. Stemware holders

16. FLEXI-FOLD DOWN™

flexible tines

17. FLEXI-BASKET™ split
silverware basket

18. Overfill protection float

19. Rinse aid dispenser

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Model KUDS25SH

Model KUDC25CH

Control P anels

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START-UP GUIDE

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

Using Y our New Dishwasher

1. Scrape large food soil and hard items (toothpicks o r
bones) from dishes.

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

LOADING YOUR

DISHWASHER

Loading Suggestions

■ Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks and other

hard items from the dishes. It is not necessary to rinse
the 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.

■ Load dishes so soil ed su rfaces fac e th e spray ( down o r

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

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

4. Push door firmly closed. The door latches
automatically. Run hot water at the sink nearest your
dishwasher until the water is hot. (See “Dishwasher
Efficiency Tips.”) Turn off water.

5. Press the desired cycle and option selections. (See
“Using Your Dishwasher.”) Press START.

■ Load dishes so they are not stacked or overlapping if

possible. For best drying, wate r must be able to drain
from all surfaces.

■ Load heavy pots and pans care fully. Heavy items can

dent the stainless steel interior of the door if they are
dropped or bumped.

■ Make sure pot lids and handles, pizza pans, cookie

sheets, etc., do not interfere with the spray arm
rotation.

■ Run a rinse cycle to keep dishes mois t 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 over a period of time.

Quiet operating tips

To avoid thumping/clattering noises during operation:

■ Make sure lightweight load items are secured in the

racks.

■ 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.

■ 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.

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Loading the Top Rack

The top rack is designed for cups, glasses, and smaller
items. (See recommended loading patterns shown.)

NOTE: The features on your dishwasher rack may vary
from the drawings shown.

10 place setting load

■ Place items so open ends face down for cleaning and

draining.

■ Load glasses and cups in to p rack only. The bottom

rack is not designed for gla sses and cups. Da mage can
occur.

■ Load plastic items in the top rack only. Only plastic

items marked “dishwasher safe” are recommended.

■ Load plastic items so the force of the spray does not

move them during the cycle.

■ To avoid chipping, do not let stemware touch other

items.

■ Small bowls, pans, and other utensils can be placed in

the top rack. Load bowls in the center section for best
stability.

Cup shelf

Fold down the extra shelf on the right side of the top rack
to hold additional cups, or long items such as utensils and
spatulas.

Divided tines

The row of tines on the right side of the top rack can be
adjusted to make room for a variety of dishes. The tine
adjusters have teal colored tips.

12 place setting load

■ Place cups and glasses in the rows between prongs.

Placing them over the prongs can lead to breakage.

Cup and glass load

■ China, crystal, an d o ther de li cat e i tem s must n ot touch

each other during dishwash er operation. Damage may
occur.

To adjust the front half

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

2. Gently push the tine out of the tine holder.

3. Move the tines to the left to make room for larger

dishes. Move the tines to the right to wedge plastic or
other lightweight items against the side of the rack.

To adjust the back half

Push the tines down gently toward the center of the rack.

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Flexible tines, top rac k

The row of tines on the left side of the top rack can be
adjusted to make room for a variety of dishes. The tine
adjuster has a teal colored tip. Gently push the tine down,
toward the center of the rack, to make room for larger
dishes.

Stemware holders

Use the stemware holders (attached to the cup shelf) to
keep water goblets, wine glasses, etc., in place and
prevent damage during washing.

Loading the Bottom Rack

The bottom rack is designed for plates, pans, casseroles,
and utensils. Items with cooked-on or dried-on food
should be loaded with soi led su rf ace s fa cing i nwa rd to the
spray. (See recommended loading patterns shown.)

NOTE: The features on your dishwasher rack may vary
from the drawings shown.

Mixed load

■ Do not load glasses, cups, or plastic items in the

bottom rack. Load small items in the bottom rack only
if they are s ecured in place.

Light item clips

You can hold lightweight plastic items like cups, lids, or
bowls in place during washing with the Light Item clips.
You can move a clip anywhere in the rack.

To move a clip

1. Pull the clip up and off the tine.

2. Reposition the clip on another tine.

■ Load plates, soup bowls, etc., between prongs and

facing inward to the spray.

■ Overlap the edges of plates for large loads.

■ 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 becau se the spray will not reach all
surfaces.

Utensil load

■ 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.

■ Secure heavily soiled cookware face down in the rack.

■ Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop

rotation of the spray arm(s). The spray arm(s) must
move freely.

■ Do not load items between the bottom rack and the

side of the dishwasher tub. You can block the water
inlet opening.

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Silverware basket

The split silverware basket can be separated and placed
into the bottom rack in several locations.

Hold the basket firmly and slide apart. You can use both
sections or just one section to load silverware.

Cup shelf

Fold down the extra shelf on the left side of the lower rack
to hold small items such as cups or utensils.

Loading the

Silverware Basket

Load the silverwar e ba sk et whi le it is i n the bot tom r ack or
take the basket out for loading on a counter or table.

NOTE: Unload or remove the basket before unloading the
racks to avoid spilli ng water droplets on the silverware.

■ Place small items like baby bottle caps, jar lids, corn

cob holders, etc., in the section(s) with hinged cover(s).
Close the cover to hold small items in place.

■ This silverware basket can be separated and placed

into the bottom rack in several locations. Load
silverware in both section s or just one, depending upon
your load.

Flexible tines, bottom rack

You can fold down one or both rows of tines at the back of
the bottom rack.

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

2. Gently pull the tine out of the tine holder.

3. Lay the row of tines down in the rack to make room for

larger dishes, bowls, pots, pans or roasters.

■ Mix items in each section of the basket with some

pointing up and some down to avoid nesting. Spray
cannot reach nested items.

IMPORTANT: Always load shar p items (knives, skewers,
forks, etc.) pointing down.

To separate the baskets

1. Hold the basket firmly.

2. Sl ide it apart.
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.

■ Some foods (such as salt, vine gar, milk products, fruit

juices, etc.) can pit or corrode silverware. Run a rinse
cycle if you do not hav e a full lo ad to was h immedi atel y.

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

USING YOUR

DISHWASHER

Detergent Dispenser

The deterg ent dispenser has 2 sections. The smaller Pre­Wash s ectio n empt ies d eter g ent i nto th e dish washer wh en
you close the door.

1. Main wash section

2.Cover latch

3. Pre-wash section

4. Cover

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

■ Use automatic dishwashing detergent only. O ther

detergents can produce excessive suds that can
overflow out of the dishwasher and reduce washing
performance.

■ Add detergent just before starting cycle.

■ Store tightly closed detergent in a cool, dry place.

Fresh automatic dishwasher detergent results in better
cleaning.

3. Close the Main Wash dispenser cover. Fill the Pre­Wash section.

It is normal for the co ver to open par tial ly when d ispensin g
detergent.

NOTE: Use both sections for cycles with 2 washes. Use
only the covered section for cycles with 1 wash. See the
“Cycle Selection Chart ” for more details.

How much deter gent to use

■ 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.

■ Water hardness can change over a p eriod of ti me. Fi nd

out your water’s hardness by asking your local water
department, water softener company, or county
extension agent.

■ You can order a water hardness test strip. In the U.S.A.,

call the Consumer Assistance Center at 1-800-422­1230 and ask for Part Number 4171690.

■ Differ ent bran ds of di shwash er de ter gen t hav e dif f er ent

amounts of phosphorous 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%.

NOTE: Do not use detergent with a rinse cycle.

Filling the dispenser

1. If the dispenser cover is closed, open the cover by
rotating the cover latch.

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Water Hardness Amount of Detergent

Soft to Medium
Hard Water

0 to 6 grains per
gallon

For normally soiled loads:

■ Partially fill the Main Wash

section (2 tbs or 30 g)

■ Fill the Pre-Wash section

(2 tbs or 30 g)

NOTE: Add only 1 tb or 15 g of
detergent to the Pre-Wash
section if d ishes a r e pr e- rins ed or
the water is very soft (0 to 2
grains per gallon).

For baked on soil loads:

■ Fill the Main Wash section

(2 tbs or 30 g)

■ Fill the Pre-Wash section

(2 tbs or 30 g)

For heavily soiled loads:

■ Fill the Main Wash section

(3 tbs or 45 g)

■ Fill the Pre-Wash section

(2 tbs or 30 g)

Rinse Aid Dispenser

Rinse aids prevent water from forming droplets that can
dry as spots or streaks. They also im prove 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 5.2 oz (153.7 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.

1. Make sure the dishwasher door is fully open.

2. Turn the dispenser knob to OPEN and lift it out.

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 Soak & Scrub
cycle, or the
Normal cycle with
either a High Temp
wash (if available)
or Super Scrub
option (if available)
for best wash
performance with
very hard water.

For normal and heavily soiled
loads:

■ Fill the Main Wash section

(3 tbs or 45 g)

■ Fill the Pre-Wash section

(2 tbs or 30 g)

For normally soiled loads:

■ Fill the Main Wash section

(3 tbs or 45 g)

■ Fill the Pre-Wash section

(2 tbs or 30 g)

■ Turn the rinse aid dispenser to

a higher setting. See “Rinse
Aid Dispenser” later in this
section.

For heavily soiled loads:

■ Fill the Main Wash section

(3 tbs or 45 g)

■ Fill the Pre-Wash section

(2 tbs or 30 g)

■ Turn the rinse aid dispenser to

a higher setting. See “Rinse
Aid Dispenser” later in this
section.

3. Add rinse aid until the indicator window looks full.

4. Clean up any spilled rinse aid with a damp cloth.

5. Replace the dispenser kn ob and turn it to CLOSED.

Rinse aid setting

The amount of rinse aid rele ased into t he fina l 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 wat er) spots on dishes, try a higher setting.

To adjust the setting

Remove the dispenser knob, then 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.

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Dishwasher Efficiency T ips

Cycle Selection Chart

Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing
detergent. Hot water also dissolves grease on dishes and
helps glasses dry spot-free. For best dishwashing results,
water must be at least 120°F (49°C) as it enters the
dishwasher. Loads may not wash as well if the water
temperature is too low.

To check water temperature

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

2. Pl ace a candy or meat thermometer in a glass
measuring cup.

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

4. If the water temperature at the faucet is below 120°F
(49°C), have a qualified person raise the water heater’s
thermostat setting.

■ To save water and energy, do not rinse dishes before

putting them into the dishwasher.

■ Use a low energy, quick, or short cycle whenever

possible. These cycles use less hot water and ene rgy
than the Normal cycle.

■ 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.

■ During the summer, run your dishwasher at night to

reduce daytime heat buildup.

■ Use an air dry, or an energy-saving dry option

whenever possibl e. Allow longer drying times
(overnight) when using these options. Use a rinse aid to
improve drying.

■ Use cycles or options that add extra heat to the wash

or rinse portion of the cycle only when needed.

■ Run your dishwasher with full loads. Run a rinse cycle

after meals until the dishwasher is full.

Select the wash cycle and options desired. Or press
START to use 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.

■ 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.

■ If you do not run the dishwasher daily, close the door to

maintain memory.

A “●” shows what steps are in each cycle.
Temperatures indicate where extra heat is added.
Water usage is shown in U.S. ga l l o ns / liters.
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.

This cycle is the most
aggressive cycle to
virtually elimi na t e
bacteria from you r dish

Use both
detergent
dispenser
sections.

load. Use this cycle for
hard-to-clean, heavily
soiled pots, pans,
casseroles and regular
tableware.

Soil

Pre-

Level

Light

Wash

●●●●●

●●●●

135°F

(57°C)

Sensed

Heavy

Rinse Main

●●

●●

Use this cycle for hard­to-clean, hea vily-soiled
pots, pans, casse ro les,
regular tableware and

Wash

●

●●

140°F

(60°C)

●●●●

140°F

(60°C)

Rinse Final

Heated

Rinse

●●●●●

●

●●

155°F
(68°C)

●●●●●

●

●●

155°F
(68°C)

Dry Time

(min)

97* 10.8/

●●●●

87* 8.6/32.7

●●●●

Use both
detergent
dispenser
sections.

Water
Usage
(gal/L)

40.9

harder than normal

Soil

Level

Sensed

Heavy

Light

water conditions.

Pre-

Rinse Main

Wash

●●●●●

●●

●●

●●●●

135°F
(57°C)

Wash

●

●●

140°F

(60°C)

●●●●

140°F

(60°C)

Rinse Final

Heated

Rinse

●●●●●

●

●●

140°F
(60°C)

●●●●●

●

●●

140°F
(60°C)

Dry Time

(min)

92* 10.8/

●●●●

82* 8.6/32.7

●●●●

Water
Usage
(gal/L)

40.9

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Soil

Level

Sensed

Heavy

Medium

Light

Soil

Level

Sensed

Use this cycle for loads
with normal amounts of
food soil. (The energy­usage label is based on
this cycle.)

Pre-

Rinse Main

Wash

●●●●●

●●●●●

●●●●●

Wash

●●

●

●●

●●

140°F
(60°C)

●

●●

140°F
(60°C)

●●

●●

Use this cycle for pre­rinsed and lightly­soiled loads. This cy cle
uses less hot water
than the Normal Wash

Pre-

Wash

cycle.

Rinse Main

Wash

Rinse

Purge

Rinse Final

Final

or

Heated

†

Rinse

●●●●●

●

●●

140°F

(60°C)

●●●●●

●

●●

140°F

(60°C)

●●

●

●●

●●

140°F

(60°C)

Heated

Rinse

Use both
detergent
dispenser
sections.

Dry Time

(min)

88* 10.8/

●●●●

84* 8.6/32.7

●●●●

75* 6.9/26.2

●●●●

Use
covered
detergent
dispenser
section.

Dry Time

(min)

Water
Usage
(gal/L)

40.9

Water
Usage
(gal/L)

Soil

Level

Sensed

Heavy

Light

Use this rinse cycle for
rinsing dish es, glasse s,
and silverware that will
not be washed right
away.

Pre-

Rinse Main

Wash

Wash

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Rinse Final

●

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Heated

Rinse

Do not
use
detergent
with this
cycle.

Dry Time

(min)

14 4.3/16.4

10 2.2/8.2

Water
Usage
(gal/L)

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

soil particles between the main wash and final ri nse.

NOTE:

The sensor in your dishwasher monitors the soil
level. Cycle time and/or water usage can vary from the
numbers above as the sensor adjusts the cycle for the
best wash performance.

Canceling a Cycle

Anytime dur i n g a cy c le, press

Heavy

Light

Soil

Level

Sensed

Heavy

Light

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●

●●

140°F
(60°C)

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●

●●

140°F

(60°C)

●●

●

●●

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140°F

(60°C)

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78* 8.6/32.7

68* 6.5/24.5

CANCEL glows. The dishwasher pauses for 5 seconds and
starts a 2 minute drain (if needed). Let the dishwasher
drain completely. The light goes off when the dishwasher
finishes the drain.

Use this cycle for c hina
and crystal. This cycle
uses a light wash and
gentle dr y. During the
heated dry, the heating
element cycles on and

Use
covered
detergent
dispenser
section.

off.

Pre-

Wash

Rinse Main

Wash

Rinse Final

Heated

Rinse

Dry Time

(min)

Water
Usage
(gal/L)

To stop the drain

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

NOTE:

A small amount of water remains in the dishwasher.

This is normal.

To c lear t he indicator s

Press Cancel before starting the dishwasher to clear all

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●

●●

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130°F

cycled

(54°C)

●●

●

●●

●●

130°F

cycled

(54°C)

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74* 8.6/32.7

64* 6.5/24.5

options and cycles.

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Changing a Cycle or Setting

During the first minute of a cycle

Press a new cycle and/or options.

After the first minute of a cycle

1. Press

CANCEL glows. The dishwasher pauses for 5 seconds
and starts a 2 minute drain (if needed). Let the
dishwasher drain completely.

2. Check the detergent dispensers. If the main wash cup
has opened and the detergent washed away, refill the
cups as needed.

3. Close the door.

4. Press a new cycle and/or options.

5. Press START.

Adding Items During a Cycle

SUPER SCRUB™ option

Select this high-temperature option for improved cleaning
of heavily soiled dishes. Selecting th is option adds heat
and wash time to the wash cycle. Heating the water helps
improve washing results.

NOTE: Super Scrub is an option with Soak & Scrub,
Normal and Anti-Bacteria.

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: Light/Ch ina and Rinse Only automatically use this
option. Energy Saver Dry is an option with all other c ycles.

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

To ad d items

1. Lift up the door latch to stop the cycle. Wait for the
spraying action to stop before opening the door.

2. Open the door. If the main wash detergent dispenser is
still closed, add the item.

3. 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 use the same cycle and options as the
previous wash cy cle.

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.

Sani Rinse option

Select this option to raise the water te mperatur e in the fin al
rinse to approximately 155° F (68° C) for 10 minutes. Sani
Rinse adds heat and t ime to th e cycle. In t he Normal cycl e,
this high-temperature rinse sanitizes your dishes and
glassware in ac cordance with the NSF International
Protocol for Sanitization and Cleaning Performance of
Household Spray-Type DIshwashers (1997) .

NOTE: Anti-Bacteria automatically uses this option. Sani
Rinse is an option with Soak & Scrub, Normal and Short
Wash.

Delay Hours

Select this option to run your dishwasher at a later time or
during off-peak hours.

To delay the start

1. Close the door.

2. Select a wash cycle and options.

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3. Pr ess DELAY HOURS 1 time for a 2-hour delay, 2 times
for a 4-hour delay, or 3 times for a 6-hour delay start.

The number glows above De lay Hours. The d ishwasher
starts the cycle in the selected number of hours.

4. Press START.

NOTE: To cancel the delay, press DELAY HOURS until no

number is lit.

IMPORTANT:

■ Operate your dishwasher only when you are at home.

■ If your home is equipped with a water softener, do not

start the dishwasher during the regeneration of the
softener.

Control Panel Lights

Child Lock

Use Child Lock to prevent your dishwasher from
accidentally being turned on. Use Child Lock, also, to
prevent accid ental cycle or option changes during a cycle.

When CHILD LOCK is lit, all buttons are disabled.
NOTES:

■ The dishwasher door can be opened while the contr ols

are locked.

■ You can turn on the Lock while the dishwasher is

running.

To turn on the Child Lock

Press and hold

Cycle Monitor

Follow the progress of your dishwasher cycles on the
Cycle Monitor. CLEAN glows when a cycle is finished. All
other lights turn off. The light turns off when you open the
door or press Cancel.

Water Heating

WATER HEATING glows, and the cycle progression
pauses, whenever water is h eated during a cycle.

Wash or rinse action continues as the water heats.

Sensing

Your dishwasher senses the soil level on the dishes. Soil
level determines the length of some cycles, the amount of
heat added to a wash or rinse, and the cycle needed for
the load.

for 4 seconds. CHILD LOCK glows.

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

To turn off the Child Lock

Press and hold ENERGY SAVER DRY for 4 seconds. The
light turns off.

Rinse Aid Empty

Fill the Rinse aid dispenser when RINSE AID EMPTY is lit.
A rinse aid prevents water from forming droplets that can
dry as spots or str eaks.

If the rinse Aid dispenser is empty, the light glows when
you select a cycle or while a cycle is running .

Sani-Rinse Completed

If you select the Sani-Rinse option, SANI-RINSE
COMPLETED glows when the Sani-Rinse cycle is finished.

SENSING glows during the soil sensing parts of the cycle.
Wash action continues while sensing occurs.

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If your dishwasher did not properly sanitize your dishes,
the light flashe s at the en d of the cycl e. Th is can happ en if
the cycle is interrupted. The light goes off when you open
the door.