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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
LAVE-VAISSELLE 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 visitez n
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE DES MATIÈRES DISHWASHER SAFETY.............................................................. 3 LA SÉCURITÉ DU LAVE-VAISSELLE ...................................... 19 Before Using Your Dishwasher....................................................4 Avant d’utiliser le lave-vaisselle .................................................20 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. Upper spray 6. Bottom rack 10. Silverware basket 2. Top rack 7. Detergent dispenser 11. Overfill protection float 3. Model and serial number label 8. Vent system 12. Heating element 4. Water inlet opening [in tub wall] 9. Middle spray arm 13. Rinse aid dispenser 5. 4-way HYDRO SWEEP™ 14. Control panel spray arm Control Panel Cancel 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 The lights on the control panel will turn off and the cycle will begin. If the door is opened during the cycle, the cycle and option 1. Scrape large food soil and hard items (toothpicks or bones) lights will turn back on. fro
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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 water spray from reaching the detergent dispenser. DISHWASHER USE Detergent Dispenser The detergent dispenser has 2 sections. The smaller Pre-Wash section empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close the door. 1 3 2 Mixed load 4 Secure heavily soiled cookware face down in the rack. Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation 1. Cover latch of the
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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 Charts 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. Is the water temperature too low? For best NOTE: If the last cycle you completed was a rinse cycle, the dishwashing results, water should be 120°F (49°C) as it enters dishwasher will run the l
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5. Press START. Use this rinse cycle 6. Check the detergent dispensers. They must be filled properly for rinsing dishes, for the new cycle. glasses, and silverware that will not 7. Close the door. Do not use be washed right away. detergent with this cycle. Adding Items During a Cycle Pre- Rinse Main Rinse Final Dry Time Water You can add an item anytime before the main wash starts. Open Wash Wash Heated (min) Usage the door and check the detergent dispenser. If the cover is still Rinse (
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Control Lock Use the Control Lock to prevent unintended use of the Wash System dishwasher. You can also use the control lock feature to prevent The five-level wash system provides excellent cleaning results. unintended cycle or option changes during a cycle. Four levels of filtration, and a soil collector system, filter the wash water and prevent food particles from redepositing on the clean dishes. When Control Lock is lit, all buttons are disabled. The wash water continuously flows t
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Material Dishwasher Safe?/Comments WASHING SPECIAL Yes Plastics 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. Yes Material Dishwasher Safe?/Comments Stainless Steel Run a rinse cycle if not washing Aluminum Yes immediately. Prolonged contact with f
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To clean interior Make a paste with powdered dishwasher detergent on a damp sponge and clean. TROUBLESHOOTING OR First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid Use liquid automatic dishwasher detergent and clean with a the cost of a service call... damp sponge. OR Dishwasher is not operating properly See the vinegar rinse procedure in “Spotting and filming on dishes” in “Troubleshooting.” Dishwasher does not run or stops during a cycle NOTE: Run a Normal cycle with detergent aft
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Is the home water pressure high enough for proper Dishes are not completely clean dishwasher filling? Home water pressure should be 20 to 120 psi (138 to 828 kPa) for proper dishwasher fill. A booster Food soil left on the dishes pump on the water supply can be added if pressure is too low. Is the dishwasher loaded correctly? Refer to the “Dishwasher NOTE: Loading” section. To remove spots and film from dishes, try a white vinegar rinse. This procedure is intended for occasional use Is
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Dishes do not dry completely In the U.S.A. Call the KitchenAid Customer Interaction Center Dishes are not dry toll free: 1-800-422-1230. Did you load your dishwasher to allow proper water Our consultants provide assistance with: drainage? Do not overload. Refer to the “Dishwasher Loading” section. Use a liquid rinse aid to speed drying. Features and specifications on our full line of appliances. Are the plastics wet? Plastics often need towel drying. Installation information. Is the rin
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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 ON NYLON COATED DISHRACKS, WASH AND DRAIN MOTOR, ELECTRONIC C
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LA SÉCURITÉ DU LAVE-VAISSELLE Votre sécurité et celle des autres est très importante. Nous donnons de nombreux messages de sécurité importants dans ce manuel et sur votre appareil ménager. Assurez-vous de toujours lire tous les messages de sécurité et de vous y conformer. Voici le symbole d’alerte de sécurité. Ce symbole d’alerte de sécurité vous signale les dangers potentiels de décès et de blessures graves à vous et à d’autres. Tous les messages de sécurité suivront le symbole d’alerte de sé
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Avant d’utiliser le lave-vaisselle INSTRUCTIONS DE MISE À LA TERRE Pour un lave-vaisselle relié à la terre, branché avec un cordon : Le lave-vaisselle doit être relié à la terre. En cas d'un mauvais fonctionnement ou d'une panne, la mise à terre réduira le risque d'un choc électrique en fournissant le moins de résistance pour le courant électrique. Le lave-vaisselle est équipé d'un cordon avec un conducteur pour relier les appareils à la terre. La fiche doit être branchée sur une prise
