KitchenAid KUDS40FVSS Support Question
KitchenAid KUDS40FVSS Support Question
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Question posted by elsmik on July 20th, 2013
On My Kitchenaid Washer (kuds40fvss), I Can Not Close The Dispenser Door.
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User Manual - Page 1
... website at 1-800-422-1230. Have your model and serial number on the label located near the door on your KitchenAid dishwasher, please contact us that can visit the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section of the dishwasher interior. WARNING
You can happen if the instructions are very important. Always read and obey all safety...
User Manual - Page 2
... outlet that is installed and grounded in doubt whether the dishwasher is equipped with the dishwasher; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
Tip Over Hazard Do not use .
■ Do not operate the dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place.
■ Remove the door or lid to reduce the risk of cut-type injuries...
User Manual - Page 3
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■ Depending on the top of door, push door firmly closed no items are for drying.
4 Start dishwasher. NOTE: Fill amounts shown are blocking the detergent dispenser.
■ Items should be clean. Follow... results.
■ Avoid overlapping items like bowls or plates that when the dishwasher door is located on your water hardness, fill the Main Wash section of detergent to Hard...
User Manual - Page 4
... pause for several seconds. Replace the dispenser cap and
turn the dispenser cap
to "Refill" and lift off water. ■ Push door firmly closed within 3 seconds of 2 will not... section. Do not use rinse aid for good drying performance. Without rinse aid your dishes and dishwasher interior will repeatedly pause for several different models. Refill
Lock
fill - -- 6 5 4
max...
User Manual - Page 5
... you select the Sani Rinse option, when the Sani Rinse cycle is less than the recommended temperature or food soils are not intended for Residential Dishwashers. Close the door firmly.
The Sanitize or Sani Rinse option adds heat and time to approximately 155°F (68°C).
All cycles, except Rinse Only.
The light...
User Manual - Page 6
...silverware items.
The basket hangs on the left -hand or right-hand side of the rack. Close track stops.
5. CULINARY CADDY® Utensil Basket
Use the utensil basket to make room for ...of items may have some or all of the slot in the Up position and level.
Dishwasher Features
Your KitchenAid dishwasher may face the PROSCRUB® spray jets. NOTE: Spin the spray arms. Be sure...
User Manual - Page 7
... 1. Gently pull rack tracks forward in the down interior. Down position
Remove the front basket in dishwasher until they stop to wash.
If you have extra silverware, knives, or utensils requiring more room....Place the back rack rollers on each side of rack and slide rack back into place.
2. Close track stops on both sides of the rack into the track slot and roll the rack back ...
User Manual - Page 8
...kitchenaid.com In Canada, www.kitchenaid.ca
Dishwasher is not operating properly
■ Dishwasher does not run for the dishwasher to the dishwasher. Be sure the door is fresh and lump free.
Be sure your dishwasher... faucet close to the dishwasher before starting the cycle.
■ Dishwasher not drying
NOTE: Plastic and items with water.
■ Water remains in the dispenser or tablet...
User Manual - Page 9
...level.
See ("Hard Water [white residue on dishes
Be sure the dishwasher is blinking, press START/RESUME and close the door within this guide.)
■ Blinking lights
If the START/RESUME light ...item in a dishwasher. Make sure dishes do not overlap?
Suds can wash the item from the dispenser, be heard when the detergent dispenser opens during the cycle and when the door is necessary ...
User Manual - Page 10
... assistance using your model and serial number on the label located near the door on major appliances with original model/serial numbers that existed when this major appliance...operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, KitchenAid brand of the dishwasher interior. ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY This limited warranty does not cover:
1. Pickup...
Installation Instructions - Page 2
... Over Hazard Do not use dishwasher until latched.
• Observe all safety messages. This symbol alerts you don't follow instructions. Close dishwasher door until completely installed. This is... Installation 24 Complete Installation 24 Check Operation 26 If Dishwasher Does Not Operate 26 Additional Tips 26
DISHWASHER SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of Contents
Dishwasher Safety ...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
Location Requirements
Grounded electrical supply required. Motor should not touch the floor.
Check location where dishwasher will be left unused for loading and unloading dishes. If dishwasher will be installed must provide clearance between the side of the dishwasher door and the wall or cabinet.
• square opening for proper operation and appearance.
• cabinet...
Installation Instructions - Page 13
...dishwasher. NOTE: Do not plug into outlet until instructed to secure cover.
Determine Cabinet Opening
1 Measure cabinet opening
13
Close cover ensuring wires are tucked inside terminal box. WARNING
4 Power Cord−Secure cord
on wire connector.
Visit www.kitchenaid...Ground wire
Ground wire
Washer
Ground connector Remove the green grounding screw and place through the ring terminal...
Installation Instructions - Page 19
... one of the panel or on wheels and move the tensioner to rear leg. If the door closes by itself , move dishwasher close to prohibit them from tipping, open and close the door a few times.
Panel or console may dent. Reattach door spring to a lower-numbered hole and replace screw. NOTE: Do not push on the front...
Installation Instructions - Page 20
...: If wheels were removed, cover the floor when moving the dishwasher. Remove cardboard from front to adjust front legs. Close and latch the door, and place level against top front opening . Slide the &#... blanket reduces the sound level. You may be even with front of dishwasher.
20
Be sure rubber washer is tight. If dishwasher is not level, adjust front legs up to the valve and hand ...
Installation Instructions - Page 22
... green ground connector in strain relief
Ground wire
Ground wire
Washer
Ground connector
Form bare ground wire into a U-shaped hook...Close cover ensuring wires are secured. WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Insert tabs on UL Listed or CSA Approved wire connector. Failure to be sure both are not pinched. Visit www.kitchenaid.com/electrical under the washer...
Installation Instructions - Page 24
.... Remove towel from inside the dishwasher and take it will go, making sure lettering is facing up and vinyl pad faces down . Visit www.kitchenaid.com/anchoring under FAQ tab....)
Access panel
Lower panel
Insulation
Grounding clip
24
If needed, see website for animated representation of door do , dishwasher must be re-centered. When dishwasher is tucked up through the floor, you...
Installation Instructions - Page 26
... nearly 40% less energy than older models. Check Operation
❏ Read the Dishwasher User Instructions that came
with your dishwasher washes longer to optical sensor. Check that you must also do not close the door within 3 seconds.
If Dishwasher Does Not Operate
First try the solutions suggested here to possibly avoid the cost of these...
Parts Diagram - Page 3
... (Also Order Item 6)
Illus. Part No. No. DESCRIPTION
6 8269259 Gasket, Vent 7 W10077877 Deflector, Vent
(Also Order Item 6) 8 W10224431 Dispenser, Assembly 9 W10077881 Knob, Rinse Aid 10 8545608 Harness, Vent Motor
Illus. Part No. DOOR AND LATCH PARTS
For Models: KUDS40FVBL3, KUDS40FVWH3, KUDS40FVBT3, KUDS40FVSS3
(Black)
(White)
(Biscuit) (Stainless)
Illus. Part No. No. No.
Parts Diagram - Page 6
... Assembly 19 3400892 Screw 20 8268991 Cover, Terminal
Box 21 W10158291 Cable, Door
Balance 22 304666 Retainer, Push 23 8573239 Shield, Sound
Tub 24 9742648 Bracket,
Thermostat 25 661566 Thermostat 26 W10077370 Strike, Latch 27 W10082769 Motor, Wax 28 3378128 Washer,
Pronged Cup 29 3400014 Screw 30 W10078083 Wheel & Mount
Assembly (Also Order...
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Leaking water - Front-load washer
.... Front-load washer My front-load washer is leaking The drain system can back up ? Side by side refrigerator My dishwasher is leaking water. The door glass seals against the rubber seal; Securing the drain hose will keep it from coming loose from the Rear of water through the dispenser and cause water... -
Adding items during a cycle
... pause. Wait for the spraying action to stop before opening the door. Firmly close the door. If the detergent dispenser cover is still closed , add the item. To add items on models with the controls on the front of the dishwasher door: Slightly open the door to stop the cycle. Wait for the spraying action to stop... -
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