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UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER
Use & Care Guide
For questions about features, operation/performance, parts accessories or service, call: 1-800-422-1230
In Canada, call for assistance 1-800-461-5681, for installation and service, call: 1-800-807-6777 or visit our website at...
www.kitchenaid.com or www.kitchenaid.com/canada
LA VE-V AISSELLE ENCASTRÉ
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
Au Canada, pour assistance composez le 1-800-461-5681, pour installation ou service composez
le 1-800-807-6777 ou visite
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE DES MATIÈRES DISHWASHER SAFETY.............................................................. 3 LA SÉCURITÉ DU LAVE-VAISSELLE ...................................... 23 Before Using Your Dishwasher....................................................4 Avant d’utiliser le lave-vaisselle .................................................24 PARTS AND FEATURES ............................................................ 5 PIÈCES ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES ...............................
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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 f
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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. Install where dishwasher is protected from the elements. Protect against freezing to avo
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PARTS AND FEATURES 1 12 2 13 3 14 4 15 5 16 6 17 7 18 8 19 9 20 21 10 22 11 1. Upper spray 9. Bottom rack 16. Middle spray arm 2. 2-Position top rack adjuster [two] 10. Detergent dispenser 17. Silverware basket 3. FLEXI-FOLD DOWN™ flexible tines 11. Vent 18. CULINARY CADDY™ utensil basket 4. SATINGLIDE™ upper rack track 12. SURE-HOLD™ utility shelf [two] 19. Overfill protection float 5. Model and serial number label 13. Top rack 20. Heating element 6. Water inlet opening [in tub wall] 14. FLEXI
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IMPORTANT: When the cycle starts, you will see a rotating pattern of lights in the display window indicating that the unit is operating. 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. Using Your New Dishwasher This pattern will continue for up to 6 minutes while the 1. Scrape large food soil and hard items (toothpicks or bones) multiple sensors check th
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FLEXI-FOLD DOWN™ flexible tines The row of tines on the left side of the top rack can be adjusted to Loading the T op Rack make room for a variety of dishes. The top rack is designed for cups, glasses, and smaller items. 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. To adjust the flexible tines 1. Grasp the tip of the tine that is in the tine holder. 10 place setting
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To adjust the back half 1. Grasp the tip of the tine that is in the tine holder. Loading the Bottom Rack 2. Gently push the tine out of the holder. The bottom rack is designed for plates, pans, casseroles, and 3. Lay the tines down, toward the center of the rack. utensils. Many items, up to 13 in (33 cm) tall, fit in the bottom rack. (See recommended loading patterns shown.) NOTE: The features on your dishwasher rack may vary from the drawings shown. SURE-HOLD™ light item clips The light-ite
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Load cookie sheets, cake pans, and other large items at the FLEXI-FLIP-AWAY™ tines sides and back. Loading such items in front can keep the You can flip up all, or part, of the row of V-shaped flexible tines at water spray from reaching the detergent dispenser. the back of the bottom rack. This is useful when washing a variety of dishes, pots and pans, or roasters. Place the entire row of tines in the down position when washing a large number of plates. Mixed load Secure heavily soiled
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Loading the Silverware Basket DISHWASHER USE 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 Detergent Dispenser to avoid spilling water droplets on the silverware. Place small items like baby bottle caps, jar lids, corn cob The detergent dispenser has 2 sections. The smaller Pre-Wash holders, etc., in the section(s) with hinged cover(s). Close the section emptie
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How much detergent to use The amount of detergent to use depends on the hardness of Rinse Aid Dispenser your water and the type of detergent. If you use too little, Rinse aids prevent water from forming droplets that can dry as dishes won’t be clean. If you use too much in soft water, spots or streaks. They also improve drying by allowing water to glassware will etch. drain off of the dishes during the final rinse by releasing a small Water hardness can change over a period of time. Fi
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Dishwasher Efficiency Tips Cycle Selection Chart Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing detergent. Select the wash cycle and options desired. Or press START to Hot water also dissolves grease on dishes and helps glasses dry repeat the same cycle and options as the previous cycle. spot-free. For best dishwashing results, water must be at least NOTE: If the last cycle you completed was a rinse cycle, the 120°F (49°C) as it enters the dishwasher. Loads may not wash as dishwasher will
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Use this cycle for china and crystal. This cycle uses a Canceling a Cycle light wash and gentle dry. Anytime during a cycle, press During the heated dry, the Use main heating element cycles on detergent and off. dispenser section. Soil Rinse Main Rinse Purge† Final Dry Time Water Level Wash Heated (min) Usage Sensed Rinse (gal/L) 79* 7.1-8.6 The display shows 120°F 135°F /27-33 Heavy cycled (49°C) (57°C) 71* 5.5/21 1
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The dishes take longer to dry and some spotting can occur. For best drying, use a liquid rinse aid. Some items (such as plastics) Adding Items During a Cycle may need towel drying. You can add an item anytime before the main wash starts. Open NOTE: Rinse Only automatically uses this option. Energy Saver the door and check the detergent dispenser. If the cover is still Dry is an option with all other cycles. closed, you can add items. Control Lock To add items Use Control Lock to prevent u
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IMPORTANT: Operate your dishwasher only when you are at home. Wash System If your home is equipped with a water softener, do not start The five-level wash system provides excellent cleaning results. the dishwasher during the regeneration of the softener. Four levels of filtration and a soil collector system filter the wash water and prevent food particles from redepositing on the clean dishes. Status Indicators The wash water continuously flows through the Ultra- Fine Follow the prog
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Material Dishwasher Safe?/Comments WASHING SPECIAL Plastics Yes Always check manufacturer’s ITEMS recommendations before washing. Plastics vary in their capacity to withstand high temperatures and detergents. Load If you have doubts about washing a particular item, check with plastics in top rack only. the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe. Stainless Steel Yes Material Dishwasher Safe?/Comments Run a rinse cycle if not washing Aluminum Yes immediately. Prolonged contact with f
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Drain Air Gap DISHWASHER CARE Check the drain air gap anytime your dishwasher isn’t draining well. Some state or local plumbing codes require the addition of a Cleaning Your Dishwasher drain air gap between a built-in dishwasher and the home drain system. If a drain is clogged, the drain air gap protects your Cleaning the exterior dishwasher from water backing up into it. In most cases, regular use of a soft, damp cloth or sponge and a mild detergent is all that is necessary to keep the out
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Dishes are not completely clean TROUBLESHOOTING Food soil left on the dishes Is the dishwasher loaded correctly? Refer to the “Dishwasher First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid Loading” section. the cost of a service call... Is the water temperature too low? If needed, turn home water Dishwasher is not operating properly heater up to ensure water entering dishwasher is at least 120°F (49°C). Refer to the “Dishwasher Efficiency Tips” Dishwasher does not run or
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1. Wash and rinse dishes. Use an air-dry or an energy saving dry option. Remove all silverware or metal items. Dishes are damaged during a cycle 2. Put 2 cups (500 mL) white vinegar in a glass or dishwasher-safe measuring cup on the bottom rack. Chipping of dishes 3. Run the dishwasher through a complete washing cycle Did you load the dishwasher properly? Load the dishes and using an air-dry or an energy saving dry option. Do not glasses so they are stable and do not strike together
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In Canada ASSISTANCE Call the KitchenAid Canada Customer Interaction Center toll free: 1-800-461-5681 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. (EST) OR SERVICE Our consultants provide assistance with: Features and specifications on our full line of appliances. Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If Referrals to local dealers. you still need help, follow the instructions below. For service in Canada When calling, please know
