KitchenAid KDTE204ESS Support Question
KitchenAid KDTE204ESS Support Question
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Question posted by MLBARTH on March 18th, 2016
Water Draining
Our new dishwasher doesn't seem to totally drain. What can we check to see why???
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Answer #1: Posted by TommyKervz on March 19th, 2016 12:04 AM
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Related KitchenAid KDTE204ESS Manual Pages
Warranty Information - Page 1
KITCHENAID® DISHWASHER LIMITED WARRANTY
ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE. Some questions can be provided with ...furnished with products not approved by the customer. LIMITATION OF REMEDIES; house wiring, fuses or water inlet hoses). light bulbs, batteries, air or water
SECOND THROUGH FIFTH YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
filters, etc.).
(CERTAIN COMPONENT PARTS ONLY -
LIFETIME LIMITED...
Installation Guide - Page 2
... dishwasher. These words mean:
DANGER
You can result in Cabinet Opening 22 Complete Installation 23 Check Operation 24 If Dishwasher Does Not Operate 24 Additional Tips 24
DISHWASHER SAFETY... Utilities 7 Prepare Cabinet Opening-New Utilities 7 Prepare and Route Water Line 8 Install Drain Hose 9 Install Optional Moisture Barrier 11 Prepare Dishwasher 12
Make Power Cord Connection ...
Installation Guide - Page 4
... is available from freezing is not level with or contact dishwasher motor or legs.
■ Shelter dishwasher and water lines leading to level dishwasher. Helpful Hint: If floor at front of the dishwasher door and the wall or cabinet.
■ Easy access to water, electricity and drain.
■ A square opening , shims may be subject to the floor...
Installation Guide - Page 6
...; elbow with ³⁄₄" hose connection with 20 to 120 psi (138 to 862 kPa) water pressure can be connected to an air gap.
■ Make sure to the dishwasher opening. A copy of the dishwasher. Drain Requirements
■ A new drain hose is supplied with your home and local codes and ordinances.
■ Use a UL Listed...
Installation Guide - Page 7
... a 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) hole in the "Prepare Cabinet Opening-
When removing a previous dishwasher, be sure to avoid damaging the existing power cord, drain line, and water line connected to the "Install Drain Hose" section. Prepare Cabinet Opening-New Utilities
Prepare And Route The Electrical Supply
Option A, Power Cord:
NOTE: A grounded 3 prong outlet is required...
Installation Guide - Page 8
... using flexible braided line, confirm braided line is moved into the cabinet opening from moving when dishwasher is of copper tubing required to reach the water supply, cut to length and attach compression fittings. This will make water connection easier. Wood cabinet: Sand the hole until smooth. Option B, Direct Wire
Helpful Tip: Wiring...
Installation Guide - Page 9
...
IMPORTANT: Always use a new drain hose. Check local codes to determine whether an air gap is moved into cabinet opening to connect it to the floor in area shown. Tape drain hose to "ON" position.
Slowly turn water shutoff valve to the floor in compliance with local codes and ordinances. Route drain hose, as shown, through...
Installation Guide - Page 10
...cut , use a 1¹⁄₂" to 2" (3.8 to waste tee and cut if needed. Attach rubber end of drain hose to 5 cm) screwtype clamp (not provided). Use needle-nose pliers to squeeze clamp open and move into position.
10... reduce vibration of the disposer or a waste tee must be made before the drain trap and at least 20" (50.8 cm) above the floor where the dishwasher will be installed.
Installation Guide - Page 17
...so can result in back or other side of the dishwasher so that water line is on the left-hand side of opening and drain hose is near the center of the door panel. ...8328;" compression x ¾" hose fitting with compression fittings. Check that it does not touch the dishwasher base, frame or motor. NOTE: Do not attach the dishwasher. Panel or console may dent. Attach such that it keeps...
Installation Guide - Page 18
Do not kink or pinch water line, drain hose, power cord or direct wire between dishwasher and cabinet. NOTES: ■ It is all right if dishwasher fits tightly into cabinet opening . ■ For models with water softener, make sure that the drain hose stays on the hanger that is on the right-hand side and is unlatched...
Installation Guide - Page 19
...;₂ turn may be required to seal the rubber gasket. Check that leveling legs are firmly against the floor. Push the new drain hose into the rubber drain hose connector up on water supply and check for other side of dishwasher.
Turn on front of dishwasher to raise dishwasher off the ground to adjust front legs. If needed, adjust...
Installation Guide - Page 20
... (12 AWG largest size) plus one grounding conductor are permitted in terminal box. Option B, Direct Wire
Using pliers, squeeze open the small drain hose clamp and slide onto connector between stops. Make Direct Wire Electrical Connection
NOTE: If the power cord was connected earlier, proceed to "Secure Dishwasher in Cabinet Opening" section.
Installation Guide - Page 24
... average 2 to 3 hours per load, but use less water and energy, so they depend on ? Check that came with rinse aid for good drying results: This dishwasher is designed to ensure exceptional cleaning. Energy efficient dishwashers use nearly 40% less energy than older models.
Your new dishwasher will flash until you do this when adding a dish...
Dimension Guide - Page 1
... a power supply cord: Use power supply cord kit (Part Number 4317824) marked for your dishwasher.
Water temperature must plug into a grounded three-prong outlet located in the cabinet next to the dishwasher opening is not long enough, use a new drain hose with dishwashers. C. Copper wire only. Power supply cord must be compressed (not used on all...
Use & Care Guide - Page 1
... on the right-hand or left-hand side of others . In Canada, register your new dishwasher at www.kitchenaid.ca in this high-quality product.
This is , tell you how ...seriously injured if you what the potential hazard is the safety alert symbol. W10751712A
Register your dishwasher at www.kitchenaid.com/customer-service/ register-products/. These can be located on the label ...
Use & Care Guide - Page 8
...by allowing water to drain off water.
■ After selecting the cycle and options press START/RESUME to open the rinse dispenser lid by either using gel dishwasher detergents.
...dishwasher.
■ Check the rinse aid indicator with your fingers or inserting a flat-blade screwdriver into the opening until the water is selected for a given cycle, the lights will have hard water...
Use & Care Guide - Page 12
...Drain light will give the number of hours followed by the end of the countdown you press the Start/Resume button, the Time Display counts down the time. Changing a Cycle After Dishwasher Is Started
1. Check... cycle and restart your new cycle.
4. Open the door slightly to stop the cycle.
Close the door and the dishwasher starts a drain cycle (if water remains in hours and ...
Use & Care Guide - Page 16
... buildup. Check the drain air gap when your dishwasher does not cover service costs directly associated with your dishwasher is usually located on top of the sink or countertop near the dishwasher. Clean if necessary. Vacation or Extended Time Without Use
To reduce the risk of property damage
■ If you lift off the water and...
Use & Care Guide - Page 17
... a daytime phone number in the drain hose.
Use of items can press CANCEL/DRAIN to 3 hours.
■ A water heater setting of the dishwasher. This water may spill onto other than Start/...Be sure the water is connected to collect water droplets. Check for dishware such as necessary to the dishwasher before selecting your house fuse or circuit breaker.
17 If dishwasher is turned ...
Use & Care Guide - Page 18
... to be used daily, you can come on the Cycle Status Display all blink together to use an automatic dishwasher cleaner.
See "Cleaning the interior" section to indicate that attention is draining.
■ Normal water valve hissing may be heard periodically.
■ A normal snap sound may not be heard if items extend beyond...
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