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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.ca
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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 visitez notre sit
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TABLE OF CONTENTS DISHWASHER SAFETY.............................................................. 3 Before Using Your Dishwasher....................................................4 PARTS AND FEATURES ............................................................ 5 START-UP GUIDE ..........................................................................6 Using Your New Dishwasher .......................................................6 DISHWASHER LOADING............................................
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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. Upper spray arm 6. 4-way HYDRO SWEEP™ 11. Silverware basket spray arm 12. Overfill protection float 2. Top rack 7. Bottom rack 13. Heating element 3. Model and serial number label 8. Detergent dispenser 14. Rinse aid dispenser 4. Water inlet opening [in tub wall] 9. Vent system 15. Control panel 5. FLEXI-FOLD DOWN™ flexible tines 10. Middle spray arm Control Panel 5
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7. Push door firmly closed. The door latches automatically. 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 NOTE: If the dishwasher is not started before closing the door, the cycle and options will revert to the last cycle and 1. Scrape large food soil and hard items (toothpicks or bones) options completed. from dishes. 2. Properl
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Loading Top Rack Loading Bottom Rack The top rack is designed for cups, glasses, and smaller items. The bottom rack is designed for plates, pans, casseroles, and Many items, up to 9 in. (22 cm), fit in the top rack. (See utensils. Many items, up to 13 in. (33 cm) tall, fit in the bottom recommended loading patterns shown.) rack. (See recommended loading patterns shown.) NOTE: The features on your dishwasher rack may vary from the NOTE: The features on your dishwasher rack may vary from the dr
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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 Loading Silverware Basket water spray from reaching the detergent dispenser. 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 to avoid spilling water droplets on the silverware. Mixed load Mix items in each section of the basket with some pointing
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How much detergent 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, DISHWASHER USE dishes won’t be clean. If you use too much in soft water, glassware will etch. Water hardness can change over a period of time. Find out Detergent Dispenser your water’s hardness by asking your local water department, The detergent dispenser has 2 sections. The smaller Pre-Wash water softener company, or county extension agent.
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Rinse Aid Dispenser Dishwasher Efficiency Tips Rinse aids prevent water from forming droplets that can dry as Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing detergent. spots or streaks. They also improve drying by allowing water to Hot water also dissolves grease on dishes and helps glasses dry drain off of the dishes during the final rinse by releasing a small spot-free. Is the water temperature too low? For best amount of the rinse aid into the rinse water. Your dishwasher is dishwashing
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Cycle Selection Charts Use this rinse cycle for rinsing dishes, glasses, Select the wash cycle and options desired. Or press START to and silverware that will repeat the same cycle and options as the previous cycle. not be washed right Do not use detergent NOTE: If the last cycle you completed was a rinse cycle, the away. with this cycle. dishwasher will run the last full wash cycle and options that you selected when you press Start. Pre- Rinse Main Rinse Final Dry Time Water Wash Wash
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Control Lock Use the Control Lock to prevent unintended use of the Adding Items During a Cycle dishwasher. You can also use the control lock feature to prevent You can add an item anytime before the main wash starts. Open unintended cycle or option changes during a cycle. the door and check the detergent dispenser. If the cover is still closed, you can add items. When Control Lock is lit, all buttons are disabled. To add items NOTE: The dishwasher door can be opened while the controls 1.
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Material Dishwasher Safe?/Comments V ent System Yes China/ The vent, located on the top left side of the door, serves several Stoneware Always check manufacturer’s purposes. recommendations before washing. Antique, hand-painted, or over-the-glaze patterns may fade. Gold leaf can discolor or fade. Yes Crystal Check manufacturer’s recommendations before washing. Some types of leaded During the cycle, it closes to lock sound in the dishwasher. After crystal can etch with repeated washing. t
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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 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 outside of your di
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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? For best dishwashing Dishwasher is not operating properly results, water should be 120°F (49°C) as it enters the dishwasher. Refer to the “Dishwasher Efficiency Dishwasher does not run or stops during a cycle Tips
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Is the home water pressure high enough for proper Dishes do not dry completely dishwasher filling? Home water pressure should be 20 to 120 psi (138 to 828 kPa) for proper dishwasher fill. A booster pump on the water supply can be added if pressure is too Dishes are not dry low. Did you load your dishwasher to allow proper water NOTE: To remove spots and film from dishes, try a white drainage? Do not overload. Refer to the “Dishwasher vinegar rinse. This procedure is intended for occasio
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In Canada ASSISTANCE Call the KitchenAid Canada Customer Interaction Center toll free: 1-800-461-5681 Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. (EST). OR SERVICE Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (EST). Our consultants provide assistance with: Before calling for assistance or service, please check Features and specifications on our full line of appliances. “Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. Referrals to local d
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® KITCHENAID DISHWASHER WARRANTY ONE-YEAR FULL WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, 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 ON NYLON COATED DISHRACKS, WASH AND DRAIN MOTOR, ELECTRONIC CONTR
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8531131 6/02 © 2002. All rights reserved. ® Registered Trademark/TM Trademark of KitchenAid, U.S.A., KitchenAid Canada licensee in Canada Printed in U.S.A. Tous droits réservés. ® Marque déposée/TM Marque de commerce de KitchenAid, U.S.A., Emploi licencié par KitchenAid Canada au Canada Imprimé aux É.-U.
