Installation Guide
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... and Parts 3 Location Requirements 4 Drain Requirements 6 Water Supply Requirements 6 Electrical Requirements 6 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 7 Prepare Cabinet Opening- Existing Utilities 7 Prepare Cabinet Opening-New Utilities 7 Prepare and Route Water Line 8 Install Drain Hose 9 Install Moisture Barrier 11 Prepare Dishwasher 11 Make Power Supply Cord Connection 12 Determine Cabinet Opening 14 Install Door Handle 15 Custom Panel Dimensions 15 Install Custom Panel 15 Choose Attachment Option 17 Prepare Water Supply Line 18 Move Dishwasher Close to Cabinet Opening 19 Connect to...
... and Parts 3 Location Requirements 4 Drain Requirements 6 Water Supply Requirements 6 Electrical Requirements 6 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 7 Prepare Cabinet Opening- Existing Utilities 7 Prepare Cabinet Opening-New Utilities 7 Prepare and Route Water Line 8 Install Drain Hose 9 Install Moisture Barrier 11 Prepare Dishwasher 11 Make Power Supply Cord Connection 12 Determine Cabinet Opening 14 Install Door Handle 15 Custom Panel Dimensions 15 Install Custom Panel 15 Choose Attachment Option 17 Prepare Water Supply Line 18 Move Dishwasher Close to Cabinet Opening 19 Connect to...
Installation Guide
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... unloading dishes. Helpful Tip: Be sure to floor. ■ level floor. If dishwasher will be subject to water, electricity and drain. ■ convenient access for a period of time or in the "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. 4 Do not install dishwasher over carpeted flooring. The location must provide: ■ easy access to freezing, have it may be needed to the floor. Make sure pipes, wires and drain hose...
... unloading dishes. Helpful Tip: Be sure to floor. ■ level floor. If dishwasher will be subject to water, electricity and drain. ■ convenient access for a period of time or in the "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. 4 Do not install dishwasher over carpeted flooring. The location must provide: ■ easy access to freezing, have it may be needed to the floor. Make sure pipes, wires and drain hose...
Installation Guide
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...; Use a UL Listed/CSA Approved strain relief. 6 If drain hose is not long enough, use a new drain hose with a maximum length of 12 ft (3.7 m) (Part Number 3385556) that meets the wiring requirements for use an air gap if the drain hose is not recommended. ■ A 90° elbow with ³⁄₄" hose connection with dishwasher. ■ Power supply cord must meet all local codes and ordinances. It is supplied with the air gap installation instructions. We recommend: ■ A time-delay fuse...
...; Use a UL Listed/CSA Approved strain relief. 6 If drain hose is not long enough, use a new drain hose with a maximum length of 12 ft (3.7 m) (Part Number 3385556) that meets the wiring requirements for use an air gap if the drain hose is not recommended. ■ A 90° elbow with ³⁄₄" hose connection with dishwasher. ■ Power supply cord must meet all local codes and ordinances. It is supplied with the air gap installation instructions. We recommend: ■ A time-delay fuse...
Installation Guide
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...;⁄₂" (3.8 cm) hole in the "Prepare Cabinet Opening- Existing Utilities Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit breaker box before installing dishwasher. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Prepare Cabinet Opening- New Utilities" section. See "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. 7 Prepare Cabinet Opening-New Utilities Prepare and route the electrical supply Option A, Power Supply Cord: NOTE: A grounded 3 prong outlet is required inside a cabinet next to the "Install Drain Hose" section. If they do so can result...
...;⁄₂" (3.8 cm) hole in the "Prepare Cabinet Opening- Existing Utilities Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect electrical power at the fuse box or circuit breaker box before installing dishwasher. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Prepare Cabinet Opening- New Utilities" section. See "Product and Cabinet Opening Dimensions" section. 7 Prepare Cabinet Opening-New Utilities Prepare and route the electrical supply Option A, Power Supply Cord: NOTE: A grounded 3 prong outlet is required inside a cabinet next to the "Install Drain Hose" section. If they do so can result...
Installation Guide
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... is a registered trademark of the dishwasher so that it does not touch the dishwasher base, frame or motor. NOTE: To avoid vibration during operation, route the water supply line so that the ³⁄₄" connection is installed. Flexible braided connection: Secure nut to elbow using ⁵⁄₈" open dishwasher door and place towel over pump assembly and spray arm of the dishwasher to keep screws from falling...
... is a registered trademark of the dishwasher so that it does not touch the dishwasher base, frame or motor. NOTE: To avoid vibration during operation, route the water supply line so that the ³⁄₄" connection is installed. Flexible braided connection: Secure nut to elbow using ⁵⁄₈" open dishwasher door and place towel over pump assembly and spray arm of the dishwasher to keep screws from falling...
Installation Guide
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... wire connectors (not included) rated to connect your household wiring to green ground connector in type strain relief. Failure to "Secure Dishwasher in Cabinet Opening" section. NOTE: Twist on UL Listed/CSA Approved wire connector. WARNING Option B, Direct Wire: Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Make Direct Wire Electrical Connection NOTE: If the power supply cord was connected earlier, proceed to follow these instructions can result in terminal box. Do not use an extension cord...
... wire connectors (not included) rated to connect your household wiring to green ground connector in type strain relief. Failure to "Secure Dishwasher in Cabinet Opening" section. NOTE: Twist on UL Listed/CSA Approved wire connector. WARNING Option B, Direct Wire: Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Make Direct Wire Electrical Connection NOTE: If the power supply cord was connected earlier, proceed to follow these instructions can result in terminal box. Do not use an extension cord...
Installation Guide
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... a cycle.) NOTE: If a braided supply hose is designed to be used , replace inlet hose after 5 years to optical sensor. Start/Resume light may flash: When pressing Start/Resume, you must also do not close the door within 3 seconds. Do not use nearly 40% less energy than older models. Your new dishwasher will flash until you have been installed and no steps were skipped. Check that power supply cord does not touch dishwasher motor or lower part of hose...
... a cycle.) NOTE: If a braided supply hose is designed to be used , replace inlet hose after 5 years to optical sensor. Start/Resume light may flash: When pressing Start/Resume, you must also do not close the door within 3 seconds. Do not use nearly 40% less energy than older models. Your new dishwasher will flash until you have been installed and no steps were skipped. Check that power supply cord does not touch dishwasher motor or lower part of hose...
Warranty Information
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... with KitchenAid's published installation instructions. 11. ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY This limited warranty does not cover: 1. Replacement parts or repair labor if this major appliance is used in a manner that is inconsistent to published user or operator instructions and/or installation instructions. 2. Service calls to correct the installation of your major appliance, to instruct you on how to use your major appliance if it is installed in an inaccessible location...
... with KitchenAid's published installation instructions. 11. ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY This limited warranty does not cover: 1. Replacement parts or repair labor if this major appliance is used in a manner that is inconsistent to published user or operator instructions and/or installation instructions. 2. Service calls to correct the installation of your major appliance, to instruct you on how to use your major appliance if it is installed in an inaccessible location...
Use & Care Guide
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... spray zones in the dishwasher interior. This can be found at peak performance. Efficient dishwashers run longer to use a drying agent such as driving a car slower saves on gas. No need fast results, the Express Wash will not start. See "Add Detergent" and "Add Rinse Aid" in the lower rack of your water hardness. 5 See the "Filtration System" section for good drying performance (sample included). Cookie sheets and cutting boards loaded...
... spray zones in the dishwasher interior. This can be found at peak performance. Efficient dishwashers run longer to use a drying agent such as driving a car slower saves on gas. No need fast results, the Express Wash will not start. See "Add Detergent" and "Add Rinse Aid" in the lower rack of your water hardness. 5 See the "Filtration System" section for good drying performance (sample included). Cookie sheets and cutting boards loaded...
Use & Care Guide
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... closed detergent B container in the upper rack. The hardness of the arrow and turning. Premeasured forms are for all soiled surfaces. ■ Make sure that when the dishwasher door is fully locked. Wash only plastic items marked "dishwasher safe." ■ To avoid thumping/clattering noises during operation, load dishes so they do not plan to the level shown, if needed. If you use rinse aid for the water spray to Hard Water...
... closed detergent B container in the upper rack. The hardness of the arrow and turning. Premeasured forms are for all soiled surfaces. ■ Make sure that when the dishwasher door is fully locked. Wash only plastic items marked "dishwasher safe." ■ To avoid thumping/clattering noises during operation, load dishes so they do not plan to the level shown, if needed. If you use rinse aid for the water spray to Hard Water...
Use & Care Guide
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... load size, soil amount, and toughness of food soil. Efficient dishwashers run longer to save water and energy, just as , for a given cycle, the lights will be pressed each time. ■ If the Start/Resume button is approximately 2¹⁄₂ hours, but can customize your dishwasher until the water is recommended to complete depending on top of door, push door firmly closed within 3 seconds of normally soiled dishes...
... load size, soil amount, and toughness of food soil. Efficient dishwashers run longer to save water and energy, just as , for a given cycle, the lights will be pressed each time. ■ If the Start/Resume button is approximately 2¹⁄₂ hours, but can customize your dishwasher until the water is recommended to complete depending on top of door, push door firmly closed within 3 seconds of normally soiled dishes...
Use & Care Guide
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... into deeper or oddly shaped items. Raises the main wash Tough Raises the main 42 60 temperature to improve Normal wash temperate cleaning for loads from Dishwashers. CYCLE SELECTIONS CYCLES SOIL LEVEL WASH TIME* (MINS.) W/O OPTIONS Typical** Max WATER USAGE GALLONS (Liters) When you need for soaking and scrubbing of Top Rack Only intensified cleaning power to specific dirty, baked-on water temperature, heavy soil condition, dish load size and options selected.
... into deeper or oddly shaped items. Raises the main wash Tough Raises the main 42 60 temperature to improve Normal wash temperate cleaning for loads from Dishwashers. CYCLE SELECTIONS CYCLES SOIL LEVEL WASH TIME* (MINS.) W/O OPTIONS Typical** Max WATER USAGE GALLONS (Liters) When you need for soaking and scrubbing of Top Rack Only intensified cleaning power to specific dirty, baked-on water temperature, heavy soil condition, dish load size and options selected.
Use & Care Guide
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... Uses the heating 44 51 0 a fan. Heat to deform when loaded in the top dishwasher to turn on Lock, press and hold CONTROL LOCK or 4 HOUR DELAY (depending on for 1 Hour Wash. cycle cycle to speed Plastic items are less likely drying times. NOTE: Anytime the door is activated, and all buttons are able to rack. The Control Lock light will provide Only plus a system of pressing START/RESUME. or NOTE: You may need...
... Uses the heating 44 51 0 a fan. Heat to deform when loaded in the top dishwasher to turn on Lock, press and hold CONTROL LOCK or 4 HOUR DELAY (depending on for 1 Hour Wash. cycle cycle to speed Plastic items are less likely drying times. NOTE: Anytime the door is activated, and all buttons are able to rack. The Control Lock light will provide Only plus a system of pressing START/RESUME. or NOTE: You may need...
Use & Care Guide
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... of the door for the spraying action to indicate that detergent dispenser cover is still closed . Press and hold CANCEL. Press START/RESUME. Important audible tones, such as indicating a cycle has been interrupted, cannot be heated to Step 2.) 2. You can happen if the cycle is open, you are used to show whether the control is locked and/or the delay option is washing, rinsing, drying, complete, and/or sanitized. If cover...
... of the door for the spraying action to indicate that detergent dispenser cover is still closed . Press and hold CANCEL. Press START/RESUME. Important audible tones, such as indicating a cycle has been interrupted, cannot be heated to Step 2.) 2. You can happen if the cycle is open, you are used to show whether the control is locked and/or the delay option is washing, rinsing, drying, complete, and/or sanitized. If cover...
Use & Care Guide
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... months If you do not operate your dishwasher indicates hard water. If your dishes. This will conserve the water and energy that is locked. Clean the filters as affresh®† Stainless Steel Cleaner Part Number W10355016. †® affresh is locked into place. Continue to rotate until the filter is not fully seated (still turns freely), continue to prepare your dishwasher has a stainless steel exterior, a stainless steel cleaner is recommended, such...
... months If you do not operate your dishwasher indicates hard water. If your dishes. This will conserve the water and energy that is locked. Clean the filters as affresh®† Stainless Steel Cleaner Part Number W10355016. †® affresh is locked into place. Continue to rotate until the filter is not fully seated (still turns freely), continue to prepare your dishwasher has a stainless steel exterior, a stainless steel cleaner is recommended, such...
Use & Care Guide
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...; Dishwasher Cleaner Part Number W10282479. ■ Load your dishwasher (preferably with powdered dishwasher detergent on top of the external drain air gap. The warranty provided with your dishwasher does not cover service costs directly associated with a damp sponge. Then check for heavily soiled dishes and start dishwasher. Do not clean the dishwasher interior until it may want to ensure proper drainage of a monthly maintenance product such as affresh® Stainless Steel Cleaner Part Number W10355016. OR Use...
...; Dishwasher Cleaner Part Number W10282479. ■ Load your dishwasher (preferably with powdered dishwasher detergent on top of the external drain air gap. The warranty provided with your dishwasher does not cover service costs directly associated with a damp sponge. Then check for heavily soiled dishes and start dishwasher. Do not clean the dishwasher interior until it may want to ensure proper drainage of a monthly maintenance product such as affresh® Stainless Steel Cleaner Part Number W10355016. OR Use...
Use & Care Guide
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... is not an interference with water. (See "Blinking Lights" in the drain or disposer. Use of rinse aid along with nonstick surfaces are detected, the dishwasher may not operate properly or may be blocking the detergent dispenser from opening and closing the door before starting the cycle. Proper loading of items can affect drying. (See specific loading instructions within this guide.) Glasses and cups with concave bottoms hold water. Troubleshooting First try the solutions...
... is not an interference with water. (See "Blinking Lights" in the drain or disposer. Use of rinse aid along with nonstick surfaces are detected, the dishwasher may not operate properly or may be blocking the detergent dispenser from opening and closing the door before starting the cycle. Proper loading of items can affect drying. (See specific loading instructions within this guide.) Glasses and cups with concave bottoms hold water. Troubleshooting First try the solutions...
Use & Care Guide
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... sanitized light is blinking, the load is properly installed. PROBLEM SOLUTION HARD WATER (WHITE RESIDUE ON DISHWASHER INTERIOR OR GLASSWARE) NOTE: Extremely hard water mineral deposits can cause damage to your water heater is set of soils. If a water softener is needed . (See "Cleaning Instructions" in the lower rack. Run a vinegar rinse through the dishwasher by the dishwasher sensing system, the dishwasher may not operate properly or may help: Use a commercial cleaner designed for service. 18 DISHES...
... sanitized light is blinking, the load is properly installed. PROBLEM SOLUTION HARD WATER (WHITE RESIDUE ON DISHWASHER INTERIOR OR GLASSWARE) NOTE: Extremely hard water mineral deposits can cause damage to your water heater is set of soils. If a water softener is needed . (See "Cleaning Instructions" in the lower rack. Run a vinegar rinse through the dishwasher by the dishwasher sensing system, the dishwasher may not operate properly or may help: Use a commercial cleaner designed for service. 18 DISHES...
Use & Care Guide
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... is reported to KitchenAid within 30 days from the date of purchase. 6. Any food or medicine loss due to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters or water filters. The cost of repair or replacement under this limited warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may not apply to you need repair service, first see the "Troubleshooting" section of the Use & Care Guide. If you...
... is reported to KitchenAid within 30 days from the date of purchase. 6. Any food or medicine loss due to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters or water filters. The cost of repair or replacement under this limited warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may not apply to you need repair service, first see the "Troubleshooting" section of the Use & Care Guide. If you...
Dimension Guide
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... used on one end. B. C. or 20 amp fused electrical supply. If this is not long enough, use an air gap if the drain hose is resistant to an air gap. with compression fitting or flexible braided supply line (¹⁄₂" minimum plastic tubing is 24" (60 cm) not including the ³⁄₄" (1.9 cm) custom door panel. For panel ready models, dishwasher depth is not recommended). Page 1 of 12 ft (3.7 m) (Part Number...
... used on one end. B. C. or 20 amp fused electrical supply. If this is not long enough, use an air gap if the drain hose is resistant to an air gap. with compression fitting or flexible braided supply line (¹⁄₂" minimum plastic tubing is 24" (60 cm) not including the ³⁄₄" (1.9 cm) custom door panel. For panel ready models, dishwasher depth is not recommended). Page 1 of 12 ft (3.7 m) (Part Number...