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How Big Does The Air Gap Need To Be In The Counter Top To Be?

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Use & Care Guide - Page 1

...lado derecho o izquierdo del interior de la lavavajillas. For additional information, you need further assistance using your model and serial number on the label located near the ... Tenga listo su número completo de modelo y de serie. Table of the dishwasher interior. DISHWASHER USER INSTRUCTIONS Thank you may encounter. Have your convenience, we have a positive experience owning...

Use & Care Guide - Page 5

... to save water and energy, just like driving a car slower saves on top of door: Push door firmly closed within 3 seconds of detergent needed . Back of your dishwasher. If detergent is inside of the dispenser or on the bottom of the dish toward the ProScrub® spray jets in the lower rack...

Use & Care Guide - Page 6

... water and some city water] Medium to avoid nesting. 1 Prepare and load dishwasher. Dishwasher Use STEP 1 Prepare and Load the Dishwasher IMPORTANT: Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks and other hard items from spinning freely... operation: Load dishes so they do not plan to the level shown, if needed. Make sure lightweight load items are blocking the detergent dispenser. ■ Items ...

Use & Care Guide - Page 8

...and toughness of soil, to Medium 105 Heavy/Baked-On 120 145 4.2 (15.2) 185 6.8 (25.8) When you need for optimal cleaning using slightly more water and energy. Heavy/Baked-On 140 205 WATER USAGE GALLONS (Liters) 4.2 (... and options described. Use for lightly soiled items or china and crystal. Your dishwasher may not have all of the lower rack. CAN BE SELECTED WITH Heavy Duty...

Use & Care Guide - Page 9

... cycle except Rinse Only Available with heat and a fan. Heat Dry defaults to the cycle being interrupted. This option with the use for an air dry. Runs the dishwasher at the end of rinse aid will provide the best drying performance. Press 4 Hour Delay. Close the door firmly. Activates the 52 52...

Use & Care Guide - Page 11

...the ProScrub® spray jets, and resting on a counter or table. Adding A Dish After Dishwasher Is Started 1. Close the door and the dishwasher starts a drain cycle (if water remains in the... 2. NOTE: If your silverware separated for chopsticks. If it is still closed ), you will need to keep the ProScrub® spray jets from the beginning using the ProScrub® option. ■...

Use & Care Guide - Page 13

...down position, when you are on the Upper Filter Assembly. ■ There is degradation in dishwasher filtration. Filtration System Your dishwasher has the latest technology in cleaning performance (that is, soils still present on dishes). &#... extra silverware, knives and cooking utensils. The filters may need to be in the top rack for more room to remove and maintain the filters.

Use & Care Guide - Page 15

... use any soil buildup. NOTE: Run a normal cycle with powdered dishwasher detergent on top of your dishwasher. The drain air gap is not part of your dishwasher. To clean the drain air gap Storing Storing for the summer Storing for any type of your home and dishwasher due to build up on dishes" in a seasonal dwelling or could...

Use & Care Guide - Page 16

... a cycle. (See "Cycles and Options Descriptions" section.) Be sure there is closed and latched. If a water softener is needed for proper drying. ODORS NOTE: If the dishwasher is not used daily, you will need to resume the cycle by putting 2 cups (500 mL) of white vinegar in an upright glass measuring cup in...

Use & Care Guide - Page 17

... system, the dishwasher may not operate properly or may not fill with soft water or by opening the door. Confirm that attention is needed . Try using too much ... (PERMANENT CLOUDINESS) SOLUTION NOTES: ■ Surging sounds can occur periodically throughout the cycle while the dishwasher is draining. ■ Normal water valve hissing may be heard periodically. ■ A normal snap...

Use & Care Guide - Page 18

...servicer is intended to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters or water filters. This major appliance is not available...; PROBLEM LEAKING WATER TUB IS DISCOLORED SOLUTION Be sure dishwasher has been installed properly and is reported to KitchenAid within...when it is installed in an inaccessible location or is needed in accordance with the product, KitchenAid will pay for factory...

Use & Care Guide - Page 19

... rights reserved. ® Registered Trademark/TM Trademark of the dishwasher interior. In Canada, call 1-800-422-1230. If you need assistance using your product or you can find your model and...Canada visit: www.kitchenaid.ca If you do not have access to the Internet and you need further assistance, you would like to KitchenAid with any questions or concerns at the number below ...

Dimension Guide - Page 1

...air gap a rubber hose (not provided) will be needed to connect to an air gap. (50.8 cm) above the floor. ® Undercounter Dishwasher...air gap that meets all current AHAM/IAPMO test standards, is 28" (70 cm). (532.31"cm) Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to change materials and specifications without notice. (1.9 cm) A Page 1 of the counter...

Installation Guide - Page 2

... 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.) ...25 If Dishwasher Does Not Operate 25 Additional Tips 25 DISHWASHER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others . WARNING You can result in serious injury or cuts. You Need to: ...

Installation Guide - Page 3

... Kit: 4 Plastic studs (attached to 16-gauge wiring in dishwasher Other useful items you may need : (3.81-5 cm) Screw-type clamps (3 maximum) Masking or Moisture duct tape barrier tape (Part Number 4396277). counter custom (1 large and head mounting tape 1 small) screws (2) brackets (top) Parts needed : Cordless drill with and 1¹⁄₂" hole saw...

Installation Guide - Page 4

... perpendicular to floor. • level floor. (If floor at front of opening is not covered by authorized service personnel. The location where the dishwasher will be needed to level dishwasher.) Helpful Tip: Be sure to the floor. The location must be left unused for installing underneath the countertops. Make sure pipes, wires and...

Installation Guide - Page 6

...; A separate circuit. If connecting dishwasher with a maximum length of the above code standards can be obtained from: National Fire Protection Association 1 Batterymarch Park Quincy, MA 02269 You must have: • 120-volt, 60 Hz, AC-only, 15- drain line fittings. • If required, the air gap, should be needed to connect to waste tee...

Installation Guide - Page 10

... drain hose was cut ribbed section.) 2. no air gap • Option C, Waste disposer - If needed . (Do not cut , use a new drain hose. Tape drain hose to the front center of the hose, keep the hose away from moving when dishwasher is required. 1 Drill hole Option A, Waste disposer - no air gap Waste disposer - Helpful Tip: To reduce...

Installation Guide - Page 11

... or other injury. 1 Put dishwasher on open door. Do not push down on its back 11 Install Moisture Barrier (under a wood countertop) Install moisture barrier (under the cabinet is clean and dry for installation of the counter. Option C, Waste disposer - Use needle-nose pliers to air gap and cut if needed . (Do not cut ribbed...

Installation Guide - Page 13

...-on the floor). WARNING 4 Power Cord−Secure cord on wire connector. Determine Cabinet Opening 1 Measure cabinet opening from underside of countertop to floor where dishwasher will need to green ground connector in death, fire, or electrical shock. 2 Power Supply Cord- Visit www.kitchenaid.com under FAQ tab. Connect ground wire Tighten...

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