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Question posted by beebee10128 on November 13th, 2015
Brand New Kdte204ess Not Cleaning Well
Brand new KitchenAid KDTE204ESS not cleaning well. Followed all instructions and tried 3 times with same dishes, flatware and glasses which were not very soiled to begin with. First cycle I tried Express Wash, 2nd time used Normal & Heat Dry cycle, 3rd time, Rinse only. Glass and flatware were still spotty and streaky.
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Answer #1: Posted by waelsaidani1 on November 13th, 2015 9:34 AM
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Warranty Information - Page 1
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Installation Guide - Page 2
... at the time of others . WARNING
You can be exercised when the appliance is installed or removed, to reduce the likelihood of the test.
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Installation Guide - Page 6
...dishwasher O.D. or 20-amp, fused electrical supply.
■ Copper wire only.
■ A maximum of the water inlet valve. We Recommend:
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Installation Guide - Page 7
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Installation Guide - Page 9
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Installation Guide - Page 16
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Installation Guide - Page 19
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Installation Guide - Page 24
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Use & Care Guide - Page 1
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Use & Care Guide - Page 3
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Use & Care Guide - Page 5
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Use & Care Guide - Page 6
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Use & Care Guide - Page 7
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Use & Care Guide - Page 8
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Use & Care Guide - Page 10
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Use & Care Guide - Page 12
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Use & Care Guide - Page 17
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Use & Care Guide - Page 19
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