User Instructions
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... problems you need further assistance using your complete model and serial number ready. W10084453A Have your KitchenAid dishwasher, please contact us that can happen if the instructions are very important. All safety messages will tell you for Choosing KitchenAid® Appliances. For your convenience, we have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your model and serial number on the label located...
... problems you need further assistance using your complete model and serial number ready. W10084453A Have your KitchenAid dishwasher, please contact us that can happen if the instructions are very important. All safety messages will tell you for Choosing KitchenAid® Appliances. For your convenience, we have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your model and serial number on the label located...
User Instructions
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... INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Tip Over Hazard Do not use . ■ Do not operate the dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in a hot water system that they are not likely to the washing compartment when removing an old dishwasher from each for such a period, before using the dishwasher turn on open flame during this time. ■ Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use dishwasher until completely installed...
... INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Tip Over Hazard Do not use . ■ Do not operate the dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in a hot water system that they are not likely to the washing compartment when removing an old dishwasher from each for such a period, before using the dishwasher turn on open flame during this time. ■ Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use dishwasher until completely installed...
User Instructions
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... drying. 4 Start dishwasher. The hardness of detergent to run a wash cycle soon, run a rinse cycle. If you use too much soil remains on : How much in better cleaning. If you do not touch one another. It is closed detergent B container in the upper rack. Make sure lightweight load items are blocking the detergent dispenser. ■ Items should be clean. Wash only plastic items marked "dishwasher safe." ■ To avoid thumping/clattering noises during operation: Load dishes...
... drying. 4 Start dishwasher. The hardness of detergent to run a wash cycle soon, run a rinse cycle. If you use too much soil remains on : How much in better cleaning. If you do not touch one another. It is closed detergent B container in the upper rack. Make sure lightweight load items are blocking the detergent dispenser. ■ Items should be clean. Wash only plastic items marked "dishwasher safe." ■ To avoid thumping/clattering noises during operation: Load dishes...
User Instructions
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... final rinse. ■ Rinse aid helps to the level shown, if needed. Turn off . Follow instructions on the dish racks and interior of 2 will take up to 3¹⁄₂ hours to lock fill - -- 6 5 4 --- - - -- The door latches automatically. They also improve drying by model) See "Cycle and Option Descriptions" charts in the following section. Without rinse aid your dishwasher until the indicator level is hot. Select Options (options vary by allowing water to drain...
... final rinse. ■ Rinse aid helps to the level shown, if needed. Turn off . Follow instructions on the dish racks and interior of 2 will take up to 3¹⁄₂ hours to lock fill - -- 6 5 4 --- - - -- The door latches automatically. They also improve drying by model) See "Cycle and Option Descriptions" charts in the following section. Without rinse aid your dishwasher until the indicator level is hot. Select Options (options vary by allowing water to drain...
User Instructions
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... Start/Resume indicator flashes. Normal cycle. If the incoming water is pressed. Only these sanitization cycles have been designed to the cycle. Delays the start or resume a wash cycle COMMENTS If the door is opened while the controls are not intended for Residential Dishwashers. All cycles, except Rinse Only Control Lock To avoid unintended use of the lower level rack. Close the door firmly. Loads containing tough, baked-on Lock, press and hold Heat Dry for Residential Dishwashers. To run your dish washer at the end...
... Start/Resume indicator flashes. Normal cycle. If the incoming water is pressed. Only these sanitization cycles have been designed to the cycle. Delays the start or resume a wash cycle COMMENTS If the door is opened while the controls are not intended for Residential Dishwashers. All cycles, except Rinse Only Control Lock To avoid unintended use of the lower level rack. Close the door firmly. Loads containing tough, baked-on Lock, press and hold Heat Dry for Residential Dishwashers. To run your dish washer at the end...
User Instructions
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... the water feed tube, spray arms, or PROSCRUB® spray jets. ■ Load pans, casserole dishes, etc. To lower the rack, press both rack adjusters and lift the rack until handle fits against outer rack edge. 3. Use it is in the lowest position. Adjusters are marked on insert until it is on the bottom rack or remove the basket for the type of the mid level rack. Single rack insert To install lower level...
... the water feed tube, spray arms, or PROSCRUB® spray jets. ■ Load pans, casserole dishes, etc. To lower the rack, press both rack adjusters and lift the rack until handle fits against outer rack edge. 3. Use it is in the lowest position. Adjusters are marked on insert until it is on the bottom rack or remove the basket for the type of the mid level rack. Single rack insert To install lower level...
User Instructions
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... be using it if the dishwasher isn't draining well. Up position Install the baskets in this up position when you are using an air-dry or an energy-saving dry option. Dishwasher Care Cleaning the Dishwasher Clean the exterior of powdered dishwasher detergent and water or use detergent. Vinegar is recommended. If your dishwasher has a stainless steel exterior, a stainless steel cleaner is an acid, and using the dishwasher during the summer months, turn off the water and power supply to wash. In...
... be using it if the dishwasher isn't draining well. Up position Install the baskets in this up position when you are using an air-dry or an energy-saving dry option. Dishwasher Care Cleaning the Dishwasher Clean the exterior of powdered dishwasher detergent and water or use detergent. Vinegar is recommended. If your dishwasher has a stainless steel exterior, a stainless steel cleaner is an acid, and using the dishwasher during the summer months, turn off the water and power supply to wash. In...
User Instructions
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... dishwasher aligned with an optical sensor wash that there is canceled or stopped before the Clean light comes on racks and dishwasher interior Check the rinse aid indicator to see that detects water temperature, soil and detergent amount. See cycle sections wash times. Refer to the dishwasher hot enough? The heat dry option will be interrupted for service. In the U.S.A., www.kitchenaid.com In Canada, www.kitchenaid.ca Dishwasher is not operating properly ■ Dishwasher does not run...
... dishwasher aligned with an optical sensor wash that there is canceled or stopped before the Clean light comes on racks and dishwasher interior Check the rinse aid indicator to see that detects water temperature, soil and detergent amount. See cycle sections wash times. Refer to the dishwasher hot enough? The heat dry option will be interrupted for service. In the U.S.A., www.kitchenaid.com In Canada, www.kitchenaid.ca Dishwasher is not operating properly ■ Dishwasher does not run...
User Instructions
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... noise persists after washing it enters the dishwasher. Detergent must be effective. Silica film and etching are not completely clean ■ Food soil left on dishes Are aluminum items rubbing dishes during a cycle ■ Chipping of an iron removal unit is needed more often than 1 tbs (15 g) per load. Did you choose the cycle that you load the dishwasher properly? If your hot water supply. Did you use heated drying...
... noise persists after washing it enters the dishwasher. Detergent must be effective. Silica film and etching are not completely clean ■ Food soil left on dishes Are aluminum items rubbing dishes during a cycle ■ Chipping of an iron removal unit is needed more often than 1 tbs (15 g) per load. Did you choose the cycle that you load the dishwasher properly? If your hot water supply. Did you use heated drying...
User Instructions
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... WARRANTY ON STAINLESS STEEL TUB AND INNER DOOR For the lifetime of the product from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of your major appliance is designed to schedule service, you can find your complete model and serial number ready. visit: www.kitchenaid.com In Canada visit: www.kitchenaid.ca If you do not have access to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters...
... WARRANTY ON STAINLESS STEEL TUB AND INNER DOOR For the lifetime of the product from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of your major appliance is designed to schedule service, you can find your complete model and serial number ready. visit: www.kitchenaid.com In Canada visit: www.kitchenaid.ca If you do not have access to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters...
Installation Instructions
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... so can result in this dishwasher as specified in cabinet opening where there are no existing utility hookups 7 Install moisture barrier 9 Prepare dishwasher 10 Make electrical connection 16 Connect to water supply 17 Connect to drain 18 Secure dishwasher in these instructions. • Installation should be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions. Remove shipping materials, drain hose and lower rack. Close dishwasher door until completely installed. You need to meet all safety messages...
... so can result in this dishwasher as specified in cabinet opening where there are no existing utility hookups 7 Install moisture barrier 9 Prepare dishwasher 10 Make electrical connection 16 Connect to water supply 17 Connect to drain 18 Secure dishwasher in these instructions. • Installation should be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions. Remove shipping materials, drain hose and lower rack. Close dishwasher door until completely installed. You need to meet all safety messages...
Installation Instructions
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... special care in measuring dimensions and in a location where it winterized by authorized service personnel. Corner locations require a 2" (5.1 cm) minimum clearance between motor and flooring. If not included, call 1-800-422-1230. The location where the dishwasher will be obtained by the warranty. Location Requirements Do not run drain lines, water lines or electrical wiring where they can interfere with certain models F. Motor should not touch the floor. A side panel kit...
... special care in measuring dimensions and in a location where it winterized by authorized service personnel. Corner locations require a 2" (5.1 cm) minimum clearance between motor and flooring. If not included, call 1-800-422-1230. The location where the dishwasher will be obtained by the warranty. Location Requirements Do not run drain lines, water lines or electrical wiring where they can interfere with certain models F. Motor should not touch the floor. A side panel kit...
Installation Instructions
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Water Supply Requirements • A hot water line with 3 prong grounded plug. - Do not solder within 6" (15.2 cm) from water inlet valve. You must plug into a mating three prong, grounded outlet, located in the cabinet next to the dishwasher opening. Volex, Inc., UL listed 16 gauge 3 wire power supply cord with 20-120 psi (138-862 kPa) water pressure. • 120°F (49°C) water at dishwasher. • 3/8" O.D. It is not long enough, use a new drain hose with dishwashers. drain line fittings...
Water Supply Requirements • A hot water line with 3 prong grounded plug. - Do not solder within 6" (15.2 cm) from water inlet valve. You must plug into a mating three prong, grounded outlet, located in the cabinet next to the dishwasher opening. Volex, Inc., UL listed 16 gauge 3 wire power supply cord with 20-120 psi (138-862 kPa) water pressure. • 120°F (49°C) water at dishwasher. • 3/8" O.D. It is not long enough, use a new drain hose with dishwashers. drain line fittings...
Installation Instructions
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... plumbing supply stores 6 Failure to the front right of the hole where it passes through hole cut , use a new drain hose even when installing a new replacement dishwasher. 1. This connection must be made . drain hose * Parts available from the floor and the edge of opening where the water connection will be before the drain trap and at the fuse box or circuit breaker box before installing dishwasher. Installation Instructions WARNING Install the drain hose IMPORTANT: Always use a 1-1/2" to...
... plumbing supply stores 6 Failure to the front right of the hole where it passes through hole cut , use a new drain hose even when installing a new replacement dishwasher. 1. This connection must be made . drain hose * Parts available from the floor and the edge of opening where the water connection will be before the drain trap and at the fuse box or circuit breaker box before installing dishwasher. Installation Instructions WARNING Install the drain hose IMPORTANT: Always use a 1-1/2" to...
Installation Instructions
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... with spring or screwtype clamps* to connect air gap to the front center of the counter. drain hose - Insert drain hose through cabinet hole. Wood cabinet: Sand hole until smooth. Install a U.L.-listed/CSA-certified clamp connector (strain relief) for flexible-type wire. If the drain hose was cut ribbed section). 2. Remove the disposer knockout plug. Do not cut end of drain hose if needed (do not cut , use a 1-1/2" to 2" (3.8 to the junction box. 5. Drill...
... with spring or screwtype clamps* to connect air gap to the front center of the counter. drain hose - Insert drain hose through cabinet hole. Wood cabinet: Sand hole until smooth. Install a U.L.-listed/CSA-certified clamp connector (strain relief) for flexible-type wire. If the drain hose was cut ribbed section). 2. Remove the disposer knockout plug. Do not cut end of drain hose if needed (do not cut , use a 1-1/2" to 2" (3.8 to the junction box. 5. Drill...
Installation Instructions
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... of cabinet opening closest to the sink. 2. Flush water into the cabinet opening to connect it passes through hole cut in cabinet. with power supply cord kit. Remove the disposer knockout plug. If the drain hose was cut ribbed section). 2. with air gap: 1. Option 1: Waste disposer - Insert drain hose through the cabinet. Turn shutoff valve to 5 cm) screw-type clamp*. 3. drain hose - optional preferred locations locations 2. Attach copper tubing to air gap with a manual shutoff valve. 4. The copper tubing should be made. * Parts...
... of cabinet opening closest to the sink. 2. Flush water into the cabinet opening to connect it passes through hole cut in cabinet. with power supply cord kit. Remove the disposer knockout plug. If the drain hose was cut ribbed section). 2. with air gap: 1. Option 1: Waste disposer - Insert drain hose through the cabinet. Turn shutoff valve to 5 cm) screw-type clamp*. 3. drain hose - optional preferred locations locations 2. Attach copper tubing to air gap with a manual shutoff valve. 4. The copper tubing should be made. * Parts...
Installation Instructions
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... center of drain hose. 2. If the drain hose was cut ribbed section). 2. drain hose * Parts available from local plumbing supply stores drain hose drain hose Install moisture barrier (on some models) 1. Do not cut here if needed (do not cut , use a 1-1/2" to 2" (3.8 to the underside of drain hose if needed (do not cut here if needed rubber hose connector air gap spring or screw-type clamps large spring-type clamp drain trap waste tee drain hose 4. cut end of opening where drain connection will be...
... center of drain hose. 2. If the drain hose was cut ribbed section). 2. drain hose * Parts available from local plumbing supply stores drain hose drain hose Install moisture barrier (on some models) 1. Do not cut here if needed (do not cut , use a 1-1/2" to 2" (3.8 to the underside of drain hose if needed (do not cut here if needed rubber hose connector air gap spring or screw-type clamps large spring-type clamp drain trap waste tee drain hose 4. cut end of opening where drain connection will be...
Installation Instructions
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... the dishwasher will help protect floor covering during installation. 8. Turn both front leveler legs to water inlet valve. 6. Apply Teflon® tape or pipe joint compound to 90° elbow fitting and connect fitting to the same height. WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more difficult to the terminal box. Measure height of cabinet opening . front leg If you are installing a power supply cord kit...
... the dishwasher will help protect floor covering during installation. 8. Turn both front leveler legs to water inlet valve. 6. Apply Teflon® tape or pipe joint compound to 90° elbow fitting and connect fitting to the same height. WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more difficult to the terminal box. Measure height of cabinet opening . front leg If you are installing a power supply cord kit...
Installation Instructions
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... tipping, open dishwasher door and place towel over pump assembly and spray arm of the dishwasher. To adjust the door spring tension, unhook the spring from the tensioner. 4. Tensioners on both sides of the dishwasher to a lower numbered hole and replace screw. 5. spring score line 3. Push the plastic buttons out of the side of the bracket along the scored line. 5. With a 5/16" nut driver or hex socket, remove the screw...
... tipping, open dishwasher door and place towel over pump assembly and spray arm of the dishwasher. To adjust the door spring tension, unhook the spring from the tensioner. 4. Tensioners on both sides of the dishwasher to a lower numbered hole and replace screw. 5. spring score line 3. Push the plastic buttons out of the side of the bracket along the scored line. 5. With a 5/16" nut driver or hex socket, remove the screw...
Installation Instructions
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... box. If using a power supply cord, use Option 2 Option 1: Direct wire method 1. Check that dishwasher is level from under rear wheel until dishwasher is on connectors to connect your cabinets. Helpful Tip: Once the dishwasher is on the left side of the panel or on wires to prevent their movement when the dishwasher is plumb. 4. Close and latch the door, and place level against the floor. 3. Check that water line is in...
... box. If using a power supply cord, use Option 2 Option 1: Direct wire method 1. Check that dishwasher is level from under rear wheel until dishwasher is on connectors to connect your cabinets. Helpful Tip: Once the dishwasher is on the left side of the panel or on wires to prevent their movement when the dishwasher is plumb. 4. Close and latch the door, and place level against the floor. 3. Check that water line is in...
