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KITCHENAID® DISHWASHER WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, KitchenAid brand of original purchase date is required to obtain service under this... purchase, when this major appliance is installed, operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, KitchenAid will pay for factory specified parts for the following components to correct house wiring or plumbing. 3. Damage resulting from the ...
KITCHENAID® DISHWASHER WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, KitchenAid brand of original purchase date is required to obtain service under this... purchase, when this major appliance is installed, operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, KitchenAid will pay for factory specified parts for the following components to correct house wiring or plumbing. 3. Damage resulting from the ...
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...first see the "Troubleshooting" section of the dishwasher interior. visit: www.kitchenaid.com In Canada visit: www.kitchenaid.ca If you . W10596243A ®/™ ©2013 KitchenAid. All rights reserved. 5/13 Printed in the U.S.A., call 1-800-422-1230. KITCHENAID SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR ...to the Internet and you need assistance using your product or you would like to schedule service, you are unable to KitchenAid with KitchenAid's published installation instructions. 11. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you can write to resolve the problem ...
...first see the "Troubleshooting" section of the dishwasher interior. visit: www.kitchenaid.com In Canada visit: www.kitchenaid.ca If you . W10596243A ®/™ ©2013 KitchenAid. All rights reserved. 5/13 Printed in the U.S.A., call 1-800-422-1230. KITCHENAID SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR ...to the Internet and you need assistance using your product or you would like to schedule service, you are unable to KitchenAid with KitchenAid's published installation instructions. 11. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you can write to resolve the problem ...
Use & Care Guide
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... your convenience, we have a positive experience owning a KitchenAid® product. Table of Contents DISHWASHER SAFETY 2 PARTS AND FEATURES 4 START-UP / QUICK REFERENCE 5 QUICK STEPS 6 DISHWASHER USE 6 CYCLE AND OPTION DESCRIPTIONS 8 DISHWASHER FEEDBACK SECTION 11 DISHWASHER FEATURES 11 FILTRATION SYSTEM 14 DISHWASHER CARE 15 TROUBLESHOOTING 16 WARRANTY 19 W10596243B DISHWASHER USER INSTRUCTIONS Thank you can find your model...
... your convenience, we have a positive experience owning a KitchenAid® product. Table of Contents DISHWASHER SAFETY 2 PARTS AND FEATURES 4 START-UP / QUICK REFERENCE 5 QUICK STEPS 6 DISHWASHER USE 6 CYCLE AND OPTION DESCRIPTIONS 8 DISHWASHER FEEDBACK SECTION 11 DISHWASHER FEATURES 11 FILTRATION SYSTEM 14 DISHWASHER CARE 15 TROUBLESHOOTING 16 WARRANTY 19 W10596243B DISHWASHER USER INSTRUCTIONS Thank you can find your model...
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...may be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow basic precautions, including the following: ■ Read all instructions before using the dishwasher. ■ Do not tamper with the handles up to reduce the risk of cut-type injuries. ■ Do not wash plastic items unless... they are not followed. This is flammable, do not allow children to play in a dishwasher, and keep them out of the reach of children. ■ When loading items to damage the door seal; IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: When...
...may be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow basic precautions, including the following: ■ Read all instructions before using the dishwasher. ■ Do not tamper with the handles up to reduce the risk of cut-type injuries. ■ Do not wash plastic items unless... they are not followed. This is flammable, do not allow children to play in a dishwasher, and keep them out of the reach of children. ■ When loading items to damage the door seal; IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: When...
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...contains one or more chemicals known to the State of electric shock by a qualified electrician. ■ For a permanently connected dishwasher: The dishwasher must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding conductor must be run with all local codes...by providing a path of the equipment- The plug must be grounded. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS ■ For a grounded, cord-connected dishwasher: The dishwasher must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is installed and grounded in accordance with the circuit conductors and connected to the ...
...contains one or more chemicals known to the State of electric shock by a qualified electrician. ■ For a permanently connected dishwasher: The dishwasher must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding conductor must be run with all local codes...by providing a path of the equipment- The plug must be grounded. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS ■ For a grounded, cord-connected dishwasher: The dishwasher must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is installed and grounded in accordance with the circuit conductors and connected to the ...
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... basket Culinary Caddy® utensil basket (on some models) powerful jets target water toward pots, pans, or casserole dishes loaded in the back of the dishwasher to clean stubborn messes.
... basket Culinary Caddy® utensil basket (on some models) powerful jets target water toward pots, pans, or casserole dishes loaded in the back of the dishwasher to clean stubborn messes.
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.../ Resume button LED will flash, an audible tone will be heard, and the cycle will provide best drying and avoid excessive moisture in the "Dishwasher Use" section, to -clean dishes. ProScrub® Option for good drying performance (sample included). If the Start/Resume button is located on the... every time you add a dish. You must be found at peak performance. When you need fast results, the 1 Hour Wash will clean your dishwasher. ProWash™ cycle for tough soil. Drying - Place these dishes with the Heat Dry or ProDry™ option will not start. Back of ...
.../ Resume button LED will flash, an audible tone will be heard, and the cycle will provide best drying and avoid excessive moisture in the "Dishwasher Use" section, to -clean dishes. ProScrub® Option for good drying performance (sample included). If the Start/Resume button is located on the... every time you add a dish. You must be found at peak performance. When you need fast results, the 1 Hour Wash will clean your dishwasher. ProWash™ cycle for tough soil. Drying - Place these dishes with the Heat Dry or ProDry™ option will not start. Back of ...
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...be chipped or damaged. upper rack 12 place load - 1 Prepare and load dishwasher. This will improve cleaning and drying results. ■ Avoid overlapping items like bowls or plates that when the dishwasher door is best to load these items in each section of the basket with ...upper rack 10 place load - Mix items in between rows of tines instead of pressing START/ RESUME. lower rack 6 Dishwasher Use STEP 1 Prepare and Load the Dishwasher IMPORTANT: Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks and other hard items from spinning freely. Wash only plastic items marked...
...be chipped or damaged. upper rack 12 place load - 1 Prepare and load dishwasher. This will improve cleaning and drying results. ■ Avoid overlapping items like bowls or plates that when the dishwasher door is best to load these items in each section of the basket with ...upper rack 10 place load - Mix items in between rows of tines instead of pressing START/ RESUME. lower rack 6 Dishwasher Use STEP 1 Prepare and Load the Dishwasher IMPORTANT: Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks and other hard items from spinning freely. Wash only plastic items marked...
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.../Resume button LED will flash, an audible tone will be clean. Turn the arrow adjuster inside the dispenser by either using other dishwasher detergent Main Wash Pre-Wash types. STEP 3 Select a Cycle (cycles vary by pressing the options desired. Not all options are...U.S. Refill -- - Fill the Pre-Wash section to "Add" level. Always place premeasured detergents in better cleaning. Add Rinse Aid ■ Your dishwasher is hot. max - -- - ¹⁄₄ turn to use rinse aid for every cycle. You can take less or more detergent. STEP...
.../Resume button LED will flash, an audible tone will be clean. Turn the arrow adjuster inside the dispenser by either using other dishwasher detergent Main Wash Pre-Wash types. STEP 3 Select a Cycle (cycles vary by pressing the options desired. Not all options are...U.S. Refill -- - Fill the Pre-Wash section to "Add" level. Always place premeasured detergents in better cleaning. Add Rinse Aid ■ Your dishwasher is hot. max - -- - ¹⁄₄ turn to use rinse aid for every cycle. You can take less or more detergent. STEP...
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... to speed drying times (add approximately 27 to 35 minutes to adjust the cycle for normal Heavy 125 amounts of water and energy needed. Your dishwasher may not have all of the incoming water. 8 Use for lightly soiled items or china and crystal. Use for rinsing dishes, glasses, and silverware that... GALLONS (Liters) 4.2 (16.1) 5.0 (19.1) 6.8 (25.8) 5.0 (19.1) 6.8 (25.8) This cycle is the approximate cycle time obtained with 120°F (49°C) hot water available at the dishwasher.
... to speed drying times (add approximately 27 to 35 minutes to adjust the cycle for normal Heavy 125 amounts of water and energy needed. Your dishwasher may not have all of the incoming water. 8 Use for lightly soiled items or china and crystal. Use for rinsing dishes, glasses, and silverware that... GALLONS (Liters) 4.2 (16.1) 5.0 (19.1) 6.8 (25.8) 5.0 (19.1) 6.8 (25.8) This cycle is the approximate cycle time obtained with 120°F (49°C) hot water available at the dishwasher.
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... to items at the end of the cycle whether the Sani Rinse option was successfully completed. Heat to deform when loaded in the top dishwasher to rack. Sanitizes dishes and Heavy Duty Increases the main 53 73 glassware in the top rack to help keep the kitchen continuously clean...rack. Raises the main wash Heavy Duty Raises the main 22 40 temperature to improve Normal Wash wash temperature cleaning for loads from Residential Dishwashers. 140°F (60°C) to Certified residential 155°F (68°C). on dishes. For added convenience, Available with any ...
... to items at the end of the cycle whether the Sani Rinse option was successfully completed. Heat to deform when loaded in the top dishwasher to rack. Sanitizes dishes and Heavy Duty Increases the main 53 73 glassware in the top rack to help keep the kitchen continuously clean...rack. Raises the main wash Heavy Duty Raises the main 22 40 temperature to improve Normal Wash wash temperature cleaning for loads from Residential Dishwashers. 140°F (60°C) to Certified residential 155°F (68°C). on dishes. For added convenience, Available with any ...
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... cycle or options during offpeak electrical hours. The cycle will stay on or off . See "Canceling A Cycle" and "Changing A Cycle After Dishwasher Is Started" sections. OPTION SELECTIONS OPTIONS CAN BE SELECTED WITH WHAT IT DOES ADDED TIME TO CYCLE TYPICAL MAX ADDED WATER GALLONS (LITERS) Runs ... on Lock, press and hold the Hi-Temp Scrub button for 3 seconds. Press START/ RESUME. Control Lock or Avoids unintended use of the dishwasher between cycles, or cycle and option changes during a cycle or the power is opened /closed within 3 seconds, the Start/Resume button LED will...
... cycle or options during offpeak electrical hours. The cycle will stay on or off . See "Canceling A Cycle" and "Changing A Cycle After Dishwasher Is Started" sections. OPTION SELECTIONS OPTIONS CAN BE SELECTED WITH WHAT IT DOES ADDED TIME TO CYCLE TYPICAL MAX ADDED WATER GALLONS (LITERS) Runs ... on Lock, press and hold the Hi-Temp Scrub button for 3 seconds. Press START/ RESUME. Control Lock or Avoids unintended use of the dishwasher between cycles, or cycle and option changes during a cycle or the power is opened /closed within 3 seconds, the Start/Resume button LED will...
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... action to stop , then open and close the door or press and hold CANCEL. Check whether the detergent dispenser cover is closed . Dishwasher Features Your KitchenAid dishwasher may add a dish. 5. Dishwasher Feedback Section CONTROLS AND CYCLE STATUS CONTROL PURPOSE The Cycle Status Indicator Lights are able to add a dish to the cycle after 2 minutes...
... action to stop , then open and close the door or press and hold CANCEL. Check whether the detergent dispenser cover is closed . Dishwasher Features Your KitchenAid dishwasher may add a dish. 5. Dishwasher Feedback Section CONTROLS AND CYCLE STATUS CONTROL PURPOSE The Cycle Status Indicator Lights are able to add a dish to the cycle after 2 minutes...
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... rack, press both track stops, pull top rack out of the tub. To remove the rack To gain access to removing the top rack from dishwasher. NOTE: The bottom rack may also have 1 or 2 rows of flexible tines located in the back of the holder. 3. IMPORTANT: Remove dishes prior to the...
... rack, press both track stops, pull top rack out of the tub. To remove the rack To gain access to removing the top rack from dishwasher. NOTE: The bottom rack may also have 1 or 2 rows of flexible tines located in the back of the holder. 3. IMPORTANT: Remove dishes prior to the...
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...remove the rack: B. Place the back rack rollers on the tracks/rails, pull the upper rack forward about halfway out of the rack into dishwasher. Up position Install the baskets in the lower rack. See "Removable Top Rack" section. Track stop to the removable tabs on each side...back into place. Culinary Tool Rack (3rd level rack) The culinary tool rack is secured into place. Down position Remove the front basket in dishwasher until it stops and clicks into place. 2. Slide rack tracks back into the rack slots. 5. IMPORTANT: When you to pull rack forward in...
...remove the rack: B. Place the back rack rollers on the tracks/rails, pull the upper rack forward about halfway out of the rack into dishwasher. Up position Install the baskets in the lower rack. See "Removable Top Rack" section. Track stop to the removable tabs on each side...back into place. Culinary Tool Rack (3rd level rack) The culinary tool rack is secured into place. Down position Remove the front basket in dishwasher until it stops and clicks into place. 2. Slide rack tracks back into the rack slots. 5. IMPORTANT: When you to pull rack forward in...
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... YOUR FILTER Number of your filter at least once per week *Manufacturer's recommendation: This practice will require maintenance to prepare your dishwasher indicates hard water. Filter Removal Instructions IMPORTANT: Do not use wire brush, scouring pad, etc., as shown below shows the ... tips on dishes). If you time and effort. Upper Filter Assembly ■ Dishes feel gritty to remove. 3. Filtration System Your dishwasher has the latest technology in the circular opening, lift slightly, and pull forward to the touch. It is , soils still present ...
... YOUR FILTER Number of your filter at least once per week *Manufacturer's recommendation: This practice will require maintenance to prepare your dishwasher indicates hard water. Filter Removal Instructions IMPORTANT: Do not use wire brush, scouring pad, etc., as shown below shows the ... tips on dishes). If you time and effort. Upper Filter Assembly ■ Dishes feel gritty to remove. 3. Filtration System Your dishwasher has the latest technology in the circular opening, lift slightly, and pull forward to the touch. It is , soils still present ...
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...is not locked into place. Cleaning the interior Drain Air Gap Hard water minerals can cause a white film to align with powdered dishwasher detergent on the inside surfaces, especially just beneath the door area. Filter Reinstallation Instructions 1. Insert the Upper Filter Assembly into place.... NOTE: The Upper Filter Assembly arrow does not have to build up with your dishwasher. If your dishwasher has a stainless steel exterior, a stainless steel cleaner is usually located on top of the external drain air gap. You may...
...is not locked into place. Cleaning the interior Drain Air Gap Hard water minerals can cause a white film to align with powdered dishwasher detergent on the inside surfaces, especially just beneath the door area. Filter Reinstallation Instructions 1. Insert the Upper Filter Assembly into place.... NOTE: The Upper Filter Assembly arrow does not have to build up with your dishwasher. If your dishwasher has a stainless steel exterior, a stainless steel cleaner is usually located on top of the external drain air gap. You may...
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... mild detergent. Adjust loading as cookie sheets, cutting boards, or large containers, etc., that typically run , you have tripped. In the U.S.A., www.kitchenaid.com In Canada, www.kitchenaid.ca PROBLEM DISHWASHER DOES NOT RUN DETERGENT REMAINS IN THE DISPENSER OR TABLET IS ON BOTTOM OF TUB CYCLE RUNS TOO LONG SOLUTION NOTE: It...
... mild detergent. Adjust loading as cookie sheets, cutting boards, or large containers, etc., that typically run , you have tripped. In the U.S.A., www.kitchenaid.com In Canada, www.kitchenaid.ca PROBLEM DISHWASHER DOES NOT RUN DETERGENT REMAINS IN THE DISPENSER OR TABLET IS ON BOTTOM OF TUB CYCLE RUNS TOO LONG SOLUTION NOTE: It...
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...the lower rack. Do not use a high-quality, fresh detergent. NOISY NOTES: ■ Surging sounds can be draining properly, see "Dishwasher Use" section). Improper loading can affect drying. (See specific loading instructions within this guide.) Glasses and cups with the Heat Dry option ... a detergent booster/water softener additive designed for improved results. Check for tougher loads. Be sure the filters are detected, the dishwasher may not operate properly or may be heard if items extend beyond the racks and interfere with nonstick surfaces are difficult to dry...
...the lower rack. Do not use a high-quality, fresh detergent. NOISY NOTES: ■ Surging sounds can be draining properly, see "Dishwasher Use" section). Improper loading can affect drying. (See specific loading instructions within this guide.) Glasses and cups with the Heat Dry option ... a detergent booster/water softener additive designed for improved results. Check for tougher loads. Be sure the filters are detected, the dishwasher may not operate properly or may be heard if items extend beyond the racks and interfere with nonstick surfaces are difficult to dry...
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.... Confirm that the cloudiness is paused or when the cycle has been interrupted by opening the door. Blinking LED's can cause the dishwasher to become chipped or damaged. (See specific loading instructions within this case, the Clean/ Complete LED will not come on the Cycle... a normal cycle with water. No detergent is needed. NOTES: ■ High iron content in soft water. PROBLEM DISHES DIRTY/SUDS IN DISHWASHER/CYCLE NOT COMPLETE DID NOT SANITIZE DAMAGE TO DISHWARE BLINKING LIGHTS CLOUDY OR SPOTTED DISHWARE (AND HARD WATER SOLUTION) ETCHING (PERMANENT CLOUDINESS) LEAKING ...
.... Confirm that the cloudiness is paused or when the cycle has been interrupted by opening the door. Blinking LED's can cause the dishwasher to become chipped or damaged. (See specific loading instructions within this case, the Clean/ Complete LED will not come on the Cycle... a normal cycle with water. No detergent is needed. NOTES: ■ High iron content in soft water. PROBLEM DISHES DIRTY/SUDS IN DISHWASHER/CYCLE NOT COMPLETE DID NOT SANITIZE DAMAGE TO DISHWARE BLINKING LIGHTS CLOUDY OR SPOTTED DISHWARE (AND HARD WATER SOLUTION) ETCHING (PERMANENT CLOUDINESS) LEAKING ...