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Model/Modèle KUDG25SH
9744036A
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TABLE OF TABLE DES CONTENTS MATIÈRES DISHWASHER SAFETY ................................................... 3 LA SÉCURITÉ DU LAVE-VAISSELLE............................21 Before Using Your Dishwasher......................................... 4 Avant d’utiliser le lave-vaisselle...................................... 22 PARTS AND FEATURES.................................................. 5 PIÈCES ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES.................................23 START-UP GUIDE...................................
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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 follow instructions. D
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Before Using Your GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS ■ For a grounded, cord-connected dishwasher: 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
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PARTS AND FEATURES 1. Water inlet opening 6. Vent 10. 4-WAY HYDRO SWEEP™ spray arm 2. Model and serial number label 7. Top spray arm 11. Overfill protection float 3. Bottom rack 8. Top rack 12. Rinse aid dispenser 4. Heating element 9. Silverware basket 5. Detergent dispenser Model KUDG25SH 5
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START-UP GUIDE LOADING YOUR Before using your dishwasher, remove all hang tags, DISHWASHER temporary labels, and packaging materials. Read this entire Use and Care Guide. You will find important safety information and useful operating tips. Loading Suggestions Using Your New Dishwasher ■ Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks and other hard items from the dishes. It is not necessary to rinse 1. Scrape large food soil and hard items (toothpicks or the dishes before putting them in the dis
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■ Load plastic items in the top rack only. Only plastic items marked “dishwasher safe” are recommended. Loading the Top Rack ■ Load plastic items so the force of the spray does not The top rack is designed for cups, glasses, and smaller move them during the cycle. items. (See recommended loading patterns shown.) ■ To avoid chipping, do not let stemware touch other NOTE: The features on your dishwasher rack may vary items. from the drawings shown. ■ Small bowls, pans, and other utensils can
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■ 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 USING YOUR dispenser. ■ Secure heavily soiled cookware face down in the rack. DISHWASHER ■ 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 Detergent Dispenser side of the dishwasher tub. You can block the water The
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2. Fill the Main Wash section with detergent. See “How Water Hardness Amount of Detergent Much Detergent to Use.” Soft to Medium For normally soiled loads: 3. Close the Main Wash dispenser cover. Fill the Pre- Hard Water ■ Partially fill the Main Wash Wash section. 0 to 6 grains per section (2 tbs or 30 g) gallon ■ 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 dishes are pre-rinsed or the water is very soft (0 to 2 grains pe
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Rinse Aid Dispenser Dishwasher Efficiency Tips Rinse aids prevent water from forming droplets that can Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing dry as spots or streaks. They also improve drying by detergent. Hot water also dissolves grease on dishes and allowing water to drain off of the dishes during the final helps glasses dry spot-free. For best dishwashing results, rinse by releasing a small amount of the rinse aid into the water must be at least 120°F (49°C) as it enters the ri
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Cycle Selection Chart Use this rinse cycle for Do not Select the wash cycle and options desired. Or press rinsing dishes, glasses, use START to use the same cycle and options as the previous and silverware that will detergent cycle. not be washed right with this away. cycle. NOTE: If the last cycle you completed was a rinse cycle, the dishwasher will run the last full wash cycle and options Pre- Rinse Main Rinse Final Dry Time Water that you selected when you press Start. Wash Wa
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Changing a Cycle or Setting Option Selections You can customize your cycles by pressing an option. If you change your mind, press the option again to turn the During the first minute of a cycle option off. Select a different option if desired. Press a new cycle and/or options. You can change an option anytime before the selected option begins. For example, you can press an unheated After the first minute of a cycle drying option any time before drying begins. 1. Press Press START to use the
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Control Panel Lights Wash System The five-level wash system provides excellent cleaning results. A triple filtration and soil collector system filters the Water Heating wash water and prevents food particles from redepositing WATER HEATING glows, and the cycle progression on the clean dishes. pauses, whenever water is heated during a cycle. ■ The wash water continuously flows through the Ultra- Fine filter, trapping food particles. A small amount of water remains under the filter to keep
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MATERIAL DISHWASHER SAFE?/COMMENTS Pewter, Brass, No WASHING Bronze High water temperatures and detergent can discolor or pit the SPECIAL ITEMS finish. Disposable No If you have doubts about washing a particular item, check Plastics with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe. Cannot withstand high water temperatures and detergents. MATERIAL DISHWASHER SAFE?/COMMENTS Plastics Yes Aluminum Yes Always check manufacturer’s High water temperature and recommendations before washing.
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Drain Air Gap CARING FOR Check the drain air gap anytime your dishwasher isn’t draining well YOUR Some state or local plumbing codes require the addition of a drain air gap between a built-in dishwasher and the DISHWASHER home drain system. If a drain is clogged, the drain air gap protects your dishwasher from water backing up into it. Cleaning Your Dishwasher Cleaning the exterior In most cases, regular use of a soft, damp cloth or sponge and a mild detergent is all that is necessary to
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5. Remove the spring clamp from the water outlet and separate from the water supply valve; drain water into Storing Your Dishwasher pan. 6. Reconnect both water inlet and water outlet to the Storing for the summer water supply valve. Protect your dishwasher during the summer months by 7. Empty the pan and reposition it under the water pump. turning off the water supply and power supply to the 8. Remove the clamp and disconnect the drain hose from dishwasher. the water pump; drain water int
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■■■■ Condensation on the kitchen counter (built-in models) Is the dishwasher aligned with the counter top? Moisture TROUBLE- from the vent in the dishwasher console can form on the counter. Refer to the Installation Instructions for more information. SHOOTING Dishes are not completely clean First try the solutions suggested here and ■■ Food soil left on the dishes ■■ possibly avoid the cost of a service call... Is the dishwasher loaded correctly? Refer to the “Loading Your Dishwasher” sect
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Did you use the correct amount of effective detergent? ■■■■ Black or gray marks on dishes Use recommended dishwasher detergents only. Refer to Are aluminum items rubbing dishes during washing? the “Detergent Dispenser” section. Never use less than Disposable aluminum items can break down in the 1 tb (15 g) per load. Detergent must be fresh to be dishwasher and cause marking. Hand wash these items. effective. Store detergent in a cool, dry area. Heavy soil Remove aluminum markings by using a m
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In Canada ASSISTANCE Call the KitchenAid Canada Consumer Assistance Center toll free: 1-800-461-5681 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. (EST) OR SERVICE Our consultants provide assistance with: ■ Features and specifications on our full line of Before calling for assistance or service, please check appliances. “Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. ■ Referrals to local dealers. When calling, please know the purchase date and
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® KITCHENAID DISHWASHER WARRANTY ONE-YEAR FULL WARRANTY For one year from the date of installation, when this dishwasher is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, KitchenAid will pay for replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a KitchenAid designated service company. SECOND THROUGH FIFTH YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For the second through fifth year from the date of installatio
