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Question posted by bwt6n on December 27th, 2012

Grinding Noise

it is making a grinding noise as it starts the washing cycle & continues all during the entire washing process.

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Use & Care Guide - Page 6

...etch. Wash only plastic items marked "dishwasher safe." ■ To avoid thumping/clattering noises during ...Start dishwasher. MAIN WASH WASH A. It is closed within 3 seconds of detergent to use too little in hard water, dishes won't be clean. gallon) [well water and some down . If you do not touch one another. Fill the Pre-Wash section to run a wash cycle soon, run a rinse cycle...

Use & Care Guide - Page 7

... results. You can customize your cycles by either using other dishwasher Main Wash Pre-Wash detergent types. IMPORTANT: If anyone opens the door (such as, adding a dish, even during the Delay Hours option), the START/RESUME button must be heard, and the cycle will not perform as spots or streaks. Make sure cap is selected for every...

Use & Care Guide - Page 11

... Cancel/Drain light turns off after 2 minutes. If cover is open , the wash cycle has already started and adding a dish is still closed ), you will light up. 3. If it is located at the back of dishwasher). Mix silverware types to keep your dishwasher from contacting all of items may add a dish. 5. Load the basket while...

Use & Care Guide - Page 12

...the tracks forward about halfway out of the track. 4. Continue to completely remove the front end of the rack. Close... Slide rack tracks back into dishwasher. To remove the rack To gain access to wash larger items in dishwasher until it is in the ... the Culinary tool rack: 1. IMPORTANT: Remove dishes prior to make room for SatinGlide® Max rails) The removable top rack ...

Use & Care Guide - Page 15

...NOTE: Run a normal cycle with powdered dishwasher detergent on a damp sponge and clean. The drain air gap is not part of your dishwasher. NOTE: The drain ...dishwasher and the home drain system. Check the drain air gap when your dishwasher is necessary to your dishwasher has a stainless steel exterior, a stainless steel cleaner is recommended. To clean interior Make a paste with dishwasher...

Use & Care Guide - Page 16

...Wash cycle. Use of rinse aid along with large casserole dishes and the wash system at least once per month. WILL NOT FILL Be sure the water is connected to the dishwasher. If dishwasher is turned on ). Run a normal cycle...dishwasher and make it has not, you have selected a cycle. (See "Cycles and Options... dishwashers. If it difficult to the dishwasher before starting the cycle....

Use & Care Guide - Page 17

... "Dishwasher Use" section. If the sanitized light is blinking, the load is loaded correctly. Call for drying and to be started....cycle while the dishwasher is draining. ■ Normal water valve hissing may be heard periodically. ■ A normal snap sound may be heard when the detergent dispenser opens during a heated wash cycle, the cycle will end and the Clean LED will affect noise...

Dimension Guide - Page 1

...If this is 28" (70 cm). (532.31"cm) Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve Dimensions are for your dishwasher. PRODUCT DIMENSIONS (62.2 cm) B (60.6 cm) (6287.8Cc"m) 30" (834.37Dc...waste tee or disposer inlet. Make sure to the dishwasher opening. Copper wire only. Use a 90° elbow with product. Make sure to connect the drain ...

Installation Guide - Page 2

... 7 Prepare Cabinet Opening-Existing Utilities 7 Prepare Cabinet Opening-New Utilities 7 Prepare and Route Water Line 8 Install Drain Hose 10 Install Moisture Barrier 11 Prepare Dishwasher 11 Make Power Supply Cord Connection 12 Determine Cabinet Opening 13 Installation Instructions (cont.) Install the Door Handle 14 Custom Panel Dimensions 14 Install Custom Panel 15...

Installation Guide - Page 3

... and Parts Gather the recommended tools and parts before starting installation. NOTE: Moisture barrier tape is recommended that ...time installations Tools needed : Additional parts supplied with dishwasher MSailkveersuGrreeaelnl these parts are included in plumbing supply stores....models only: Bottom sound pad (located in lower rack) Make sure all these parts are included in Kit: 4 Plastic...

Installation Guide - Page 4

...or in a location where it winterized by the warranty. Make sure pipes, wires and drain hose are within the shaded area shown in the dishwasher opening is uneven (example: Flooring extends only partway into... is not covered by authorized service personnel. NOTE: To avoid shifting during dishwasher operation, shims must be installed must provide: • easy access to freezing, have it may...

Installation Guide - Page 6

...to heat and detergent, and fits the 1" (2.5 cm) drain connector of the dishwasher. • Make sure to connect drain hose to waste tee or disposer inlet above drain trap in... washer • Do not solder within 6" (15.2 cm) of air gap Air gap • Make sure to use with dishwasher. • Power supply cord must meet all local codes and ordinances. copper tubing with compression fitting or...

Installation Guide - Page 8

...of cabinet opening). See product and cabinet opening . Metal cabinet: Cover hole with power supply cord kit. Option B, Direct Wire: Helpful Tip: Wiring the dishwasher will make water connection easier. 1 Drill hole PrPerfeefrerrereddloloccations OpOtipotnioanlallolcoaacttiioonnss (1.3 cm) Drill a ¹⁄₂" (1.3 cm) hole in area shown. The water line to the floor in...

Installation Guide - Page 11

... 4 5 1. Attach drain hose to air gap with large 2 silver drain hose clamp (provided). Make sure the area under a wood countertop) Moisture barrier 1. with air gap No waste disposer - Using... a hammer and screwdriver, knock plug into position. Use needle-nose pliers to move and install dishwasher. Use pliers to 5 cm) screw-type clamp (not provided). 5. Excessive Weight Hazard Use...

Installation Guide - Page 12

.... Do not remove tech sheet from access panel. 3 Remove terminal box cover What type of dishwasher tub. Take notice when installing or removing the dishwasher in order to continue with power supply cord kit) rated to connect your dishwasher. Make Power Supply Cord Connection Option A, Power Supply Cord: 1 Power Cord-Route cord into terminal box...

Installation Guide - Page 13

...and tighten the green screw. 3 Power Cord-Connect remaining wires Place wires inside box. Make sure wires are not pinched. Visit www.kitchenaid.com under FAQ tab. WARNING 4 ...Determine Cabinet Opening 1 Measure cabinet opening from underside of countertop to floor where dishwasher will need to "Dishwasher Height Adjustment Chart" for wheel position and the number of turns needed , ...

Installation Guide - Page 15

...screw holes should be countersunk for the screws heads to be made to specific dimensions. Make sure that a cabinetmaker cut the customer panel because of the custom panel, the screw... Centerline Línea central Axe central Pilot holes Using 2 or more people, stand the dishwasher up. Stand dishwasher upright 2 Attach handle 6" (15.2 mm) Install the custom hardware handle(s) on the ...

Installation Guide - Page 19

... to be easier to route end through hole in on front of tub. 6 Move dishwasher into cabinet opening. With some installations, it may be even with water softener, make sure to adjust the front leg using power cord, make sure that the drain hose stays on the right-hand side and is plumb...

Installation Guide - Page 20

... FAQ tab. Select UL Listed/CSA Approved twist-on water supply and check for leaks. Make Direct Wire Electrical Connection NOTE: If the power supply cord was connected earlier, proceed to...leak occurs, repeat previous step. Visit www.kitchenaid.com/watersupply under drain hose to "Secure Dishwasher in drain hose. If needed , see website for animated representation of this step. Place ...

Installation Guide - Page 21

... box. Do not use an extension cord. Visit www.kitchenaid.com/electrical under the washer. Place wires inside box. WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Make sure wires are not pinched. Securely tighten ground connector. 3 Direct Wire-Connect remaining wires Tighten strain relief screws to white, using UL Listed/CSA Approved...

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