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DRAWER DISHWASHER
Use & Care Guide
For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-422-1230 or visit our website at
www.kitchenaid.com
In Canada, for assistance, installation or service, call: 1-800-807-6777 or visit our website at www.KitchenAid.ca
LAVE-VAISSELLE DOUBLE TIROIR
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
Au Canada, pour assistance, installation ou service composez le 1-800-807-6777 ou visitez notre site web à www.KitchenAid.ca
Table of Con
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE DES MATIÈRES DISHWASHER SAFETY .................................................................3 LA SÉCURITÉ DU LAVE-VAISSELLE .........................................22 PARTS AND FEATURES................................................................4 PIÈCES ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES ..............................................23 START-UP GUIDE ..........................................................................5 GUIDE DE MISE EN MARCHE .............................
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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
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PARTS AND FEATURES This manual covers several different models. The features on your dishwasher may vary from those shown below. A B H C D E I F J K eco L M N G O P ® ® A. SURE-HOLD medium rack insert F. WHISPER QUIET sound system L. Filter plate ® B. SURE-HOLD large rack insert G. Model and serial number label M. Drain filter ® (on the left front edge between drawers) C. SURE-HOLD base rack N. Powdered detergent dispenser ™ ® H. FLEXI-BASKET silverware basket (inside front drawer) D. SURE-HOL
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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. NOTE: Each drawer has its own control panel and can run independently of the other. Using Your New Dishwasher 1. Rinse aid is essential for good drying. Be sure to fill the rinse 6. Run hot water at the sink until the water is hot. (See aid dispenser before you use your new dishwasher. Each “Performance Tips.”) T
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IMPORTANT: Before each wash load, check the drain filter for evidence of food particles and clean. (A small amount of water Wash System will remain in the drain filter area.) Food scraps may collect on the The wash system provides excellent cleaning results. Two levels filter plate, and the spray arm and filter plate may need cleaning. of filtration filter the wash water and keep food particles from The spray arm and filter plate may need cleaning about once a redepositing on the clean di
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HEAVY NORMAL NOTE: Do not load items between the rack and the detergent dispenser because they might block the water inlet opening located at the base of the dispenser. Fold-Down Cup Shelves Fold down the cup shelves on the sides of the drawer to hold additional cups, stemware or long items such as utensils and spatulas. Fold up when you need room for larger items in the main rack. ® SURE-HOLD light item clips The light item clips hold lightweight plastic items such as cups, lids, or bowls
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To remove either insert Load the silverware basket while it is in the rack or take the basket out for loading on a counter or table. The silverware 1. Gently pull in and up on the handle to release the insert basket can be removed for easy unloading. handle from the base rack. 2. Once the handle is lifted up, tilt the insert to the left or right to release the insert legs on the other end from their position under the base rack wire. Use the center section with cover down to load silverw
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NOTES: To install the center basket cover Do not load silver or silver-plated silverware with stainless steel. These metals can be damaged by contact with each 1. Insert a cover hinge end into holder on one side. other during washing. 2. Slide the cover until you can insert the opposite hinge end Some foods (such as salt, vinegar, milk products, fruit juices, into the holder on the other side and slide into place. etc.) can pit or corrode silverware. Run a rinse cycle if you do IMPORTAN
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Rinse Aid Dispenser Performance Tips The regular use of liquid rinse aid gives the best drying results. Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing detergent. Rinse aids keep water from forming droplets that can dry as Hot water also dissolves grease on dishes and helps glasses dry spots or streaks. They also help keep metal from tarnishing. They spot-free. For best dishwashing results, water should be 120°F improve drying by allowing water to drain off of the dishes during (49°C) as it
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Wash Cycles Select the wash cycle desired. The indicator is lit above the selected cycle. Press the Start/Resume button. ® This model meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. NOTE: Please refer to “Detergent Use” for recommended detergent dispenser sections and powdered detergent amounts to use. Standard Cycles - when to use (These cycles use less energy and time.) Heavy Normal Quick Clean Light/China Rinse Use this cycle for heavily Use this cycle for normally Use this cycle f
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Canceling a Cycle Adding Items During a Cycle To end a wash cycle in mid-cycle, press the Power button. You can add an item anytime before the main wash starts. Open the drawer and check the detergent amount. If the detergent is still visible, you can add items. To add items Any water in the drawer will be pumped out. 1. Press START/RESUME and wait for 3 beeps before opening the drawer. Pausing a Cycle To pause the drawer during its wash cycle, press START/ RESUME and wait for 3 beeps before
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To adjust the Rinse Aid setting Delay Start mode NOTE: If there is excessive foam at the end of the wash, reduce the rinse aid dispenser setting. If dishes are wet or streaky after The start of the selected wash cycle can be delayed from 1 to drying, increase the rinse aid dispenser setting. (See “How much 12 hours. rinse aid to use” in “Rinse Aid Dispenser” section.) 1. Enter the Option Adjustment Mode as explained above. The To activate the Delay Start light above the Start/Resume button
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To remove the “End of Wash” cycle beeps 4. Press the Power button to return to the Normal Operating Mode. The factory has programmed the dishwasher to beep 6 times at the end of the selected wash cycle. This feature can be turned off. 1. Enter the Option Adjustment Mode as explained at the Beeps On HEAVY NORMAL QUICK LIGHT/ RINSE beginning of this section. CLEAN CHINA 2. Press the Start/Resume button until the light above is green or blue (depending on model), and the HI TEMP light is red.
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DISHWASHER CARE Cleaning To clean the Spray Arm Cleaning the exterior 1. Gently remove the base rack. Lift from the back end first so that you do not bump the detergent and rinse aid dispenser. In most cases, regular use of a soft, damp cloth or sponge and a 2. Lift the spray arm and shake out any foreign material. mild detergent is all that is necessary to keep the outside of your 3. Rinse the spray arm under running water and wipe it with a dishwasher looking nice and clean. Dry with a cle
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To clean the drain air gap Drain Air Gap Check the drain air gap anytime your dishwasher isn’t draining Clean the drain air gap periodically to ensure proper drainage of well. your dishwasher. Follow the cleaning instructions provided by the Some state or local plumbing codes require the addition of a manufacturer. With most types, you lift off the chrome cover. drain air gap between a built-in dishwasher and the home drain Unscrew the plastic cap. Then check for any soil buildup. Clean if
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TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid the cost of a service call... Did you use the correct amount of fresh detergent? Use Dishwasher is not operating properly recommended dishwasher detergents only. Refer to the “Detergent Use” section. Do not use less than 1 tsp (5 mL) Dishwasher does not run or stops during a cycle per load. Detergent must be fresh to be effective. Store detergent in a cool, dry area. Heavy soil and/or hard water Is the drawer closed
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Silica film or etching (silica film is a milky, rainbow- colored deposit; etching is a cloudy film) Excessive pump noise Sometimes there is a water/chemical reaction with certain Are the filter plate and/or spray arm correctly placed? types of glassware. This is usually caused by some combination of soft or softened water, alkaline washing Is there water in the pump area? It is normal during first use solutions, insufficient rinsing, overloading the drawer, and the or after the dishwash
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Error Codes How to recognize an Error Code When a failure has occurred, the dishwasher will continuously beep every second and the Start/Resume indicator light will be red. The error code will be displayed with the red light indicators on the wash cycle panel. (For specific failures see the illustrations below.) To solve a failure issue 1. Press the Power button to remove the error code. 2. If the error code and continuous beeps cannot be removed by pressing POWER, turn the power off at the pow
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ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If In Canada you still need help, follow the instructions below. Call the KitchenAid Canada Customer Interaction Centre toll free: When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete 1-800-807-6777. model and serial number of your appliance. This information will Our consultants provide assistance with: help us to better respond to your reques