KitchenAid KUDV25SHWH2, KUDV25SHBT2, KUDV25SHBL2 Owner’s Manual

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UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER

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CONTENTS

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Loading the Bottom Rack ................................................. 8

Loading the Silverware Basket ......................................... 9

USING YOUR DISHWASHER ........................................... 10

Detergent Dispenser ....................................................... 10

Rinse Aid Dispenser ........................................................ 11

Dishwasher Efficiency Tips ............................................. 12

Cycle Selection Chart ..................................................... 12

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

Changing a Cycle or Setting ........................................... 14

Adding Items During a Cycle .......................................... 14

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

Control Panel Light ......................................................... 16

Electronic Display ............................................................ 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

MATIERES

LA SI_CURITI_ DU LAVE-VAISSELLE ............................ 26

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

PII:CES ET CARACTERISTIQUES .................................. 28

GUIDE DE MISE EN MARCHE ........................................ 29

Utilisationde votre nouveau lave-vaisselle .................... 29

CHARGEMENT DU LAVE-VAISSELLE ........................... 30

Suggestions de chargement........................................... 30

Chargement du panier superieur .................................... 30

Chargement du panier inferieur...................................... 32

Chargement du panier a couverts .................................. 33

UTILISATION DU LAVE-VAISSELLE ............................... 34

Distributeur de d_tergent ................................................ 34

Distributeur d'agent de tin?age ...................................... 36

Conseils d'efficacit6 pour le lave-vaisselle ..................... 36

Tableau de selection de programme .............................. 37

Annulation d'un programme ........................................... 39

Changement d'un programme ou r_glage ..................... 39

Addition de vaisselle durant un programme .................. 39

S61ection d'options ......................................................... 40

Lampe du tableau de commande .................................. 41

Afficheur 61ectronique ..................................................... 41

Syst_me de lavage .......................................................... 42

Syst6me de s6chage ...................................................... 42

Dispositif de protection contre d6bordement ................ 42

LAVAGE D'ARTICLES SPI_CIAUX ................................... 43

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

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

Dispositif anti-refoulement .............................................. 44

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

DEPANNAGE ..................................................................... 46

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

Aux €:tats-Unis ................................................................ 49

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

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

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 symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and ethers.

All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER" or

This is the safety alert symbol, "WARNING." These words mean:

You wiJ be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions,

You cart be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

• Read all instructions before using the dishwasher.

• Use the dishwasher only for its intended function.

• Use only detergents or rinse agents recommended for use in 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 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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 appro- priate 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 storage

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

PARTSAND FEATURES

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1, Upper spray

2. Top spray arm

3. Water inlet opening

4. Model and serial number label

5. Cup shelf

6. Bottom rack

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9. Detergent dispenser

10. Vent

11. FLEXI-SPLIT TM divided tines

12. Cup shetf

18. Top rack

14. Light item clips

15. Stemware holders

16. FLEXI-FOLD DOWN TM flexible

tines

17. FLEXI-BASKET TM split silverware basket

18. Overfill protection float

19. Rinse aid dispenser

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START-UPGUIDE

LOADINGYOUR

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.

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

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

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

DISHWASHER

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 soiled surfaces face the spray (down or inward). It is important for the water spray to reach all

soiled surfaces.

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

from all surfaces.

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 heavy pots and pans carefully. 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 moist if you do not plan to wash them soon. Foods like eggs, rice, pasta, spinach, and cooked cereals may be hard to remove if they are left to dry 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.

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..

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10 place setting load

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

Load glasses and cups in top rack only. The bottom

rack is not designed for glasses and cups. Damage can

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

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.

12 place setting load

• Place cups and glasses in the rows between prongs.

Placing them over the prongs can lead to breakage.

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 te_( colored tips.

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.

Cup and glass load

Flexible tines, top rack

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.

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The bottom rack is designed for plates, pans, casseroles, and utensils. Items with cooked-on or dried-on food

should be loaded with soiled surfaces facing inward 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 secured 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 because 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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