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DISHWASHER USER INSTRUCTIONS
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Dishwasher Safety Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean: You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS ■ For a grounded, cord-connected dishwasher: Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in doubt whether the dishwasher is properly The dishwasher must be grounded. In the event of a grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of dishwasher; if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for installed by a qualifi
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Parts and Features ® ProScrub (on some models) powerful jets target water toward pots, pans, or casserole dishes loaded in the Upper level wash back of the dishwasher to clean stubborn messes. Water feed tube Model and serial number label Pressurized spray nozzles and variable Water inlet opening speed motor provide effective cleaning. Lower spray arm Heating element Overfill protection float Rinse aid dispenser reduces spotting EQ Filtration System removes soil and improves drying. from wa
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Start-Up / Quick Reference (varies by model) ProWash™ cycle for optimal cleaning Clean EQ Wash System removable filters to maintain peak performance. The most advanced and versatile cycle. ProWash™ cycle senses the load size, soil Cleaning the filters amount, and toughness of soil, to adjust the periodically helps keep the cycle for optimal cleaning using only the dishwasher working at peak amount of water and energy needed. The performance. The filters can ProWash™ and
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Quick Steps Prepare and load Select a cycle and option. 1 3 dishwasher. Add detergent Start dishwasher. 2 4 for cleaning and NOTE: If the Start/Resume button rinse aid for is located on the top of door, push drying. door firmly closed within 3 seconds of pressing START/ RESUME. Dishwasher Use STEP 1 Prepare and Load the Dishwasher ■ Make sure nothing keeps spray arm(s) from spinning freely. It is important for the water IMPORTANT: Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks and other sp
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1 1 - - 2 2 - - 3 3 - - - - 4 4 - - - 5 5 - - - - ■ To add rinse aid, turn the dispenser cap Lock STEP 2 to “Refill” and lift off. Pour rinse aid into the opening until the indicator level is at Add Detergent 6 “Full.” Replace the dispenser cap and NOTE: If you do not plan to run a wash cycle soon, run a rinse turn to “Lock.” Make sure cap is fully Refill cycle. Do not use detergent. locked. ■ Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Add powder, liquid or tablet detergent just before sta
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Cycle and Option Descriptions This information covers several different models. Your dishwasher may not have all of the cycles and options described. CYCLE SELECTIONS CYCLES SOIL LEVEL WASH TIME* (MINS.) WATER W/O OPTIONS USAGE GALLONS Typical** Max (Liters) The most advanced and versatile cycle. ProWash™ Light to Medium 110 150 4.2 (16.1) cycle senses the load size, soil amount, and toughness of soil, to adjust the cycle for optimal cleaning using Tough/Baked-On 125 190 5.0 (19.1) only the
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OPTION SELECTIONS OPTIONS CAN BE WHAT IT DOES ADDED TIME TO CYCLE ADDED SELECTED WITH WATER TYPICAL MAX GALLONS (LITERS) Cleans pans, casseroles, Heavy Duty Activates the 53 73 0 - 3.0 ® etc., with tough food soil ProScrub spray Normal Wash (0 - 11.2) to eliminate the need for jets to provide soaking and scrubbing of intensified cleaning dirty, baked-on dishes. power to items at the back of the lower rack. Raises the main wash Heavy Duty Raises the main 22 40 0 - 3.0 temperature to impro
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OPTION SELECTIONS OPTIONS CAN BE WHAT IT DOES ADDED TIME TO CYCLE ADDED SELECTED WITH WATER TYPICAL MAX GALLONS (LITERS) Runs the dishwasher at a Available with any Delays the start of a 240 240 0 later time or during off- cycle up to 4 or cycle peak electrical hours. 8hours. Select a wash cycle and or options. Press 4 or 8 Hour Delay. Press START/ RESUME. Close the door firmly. NOTE: Anytime the door is opened (such as, to add a dish), the Start/Resume button must be pressed again t
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Dishwasher Feedback Section CONTROLS AND CYCLE STATUS CONTROL PURPOSE COMMENTS The Cycle Status Indicator Clean indicator glows when a cycle is finished. Lights are used to follow the If you select the Sani Rinse option, when the Sani Rinse cycle is finished, progress of the dishwasher the Sanitized indicator glows. If your dishwasher did not properly sanitize cycle. Located on the front your dishes, the light flashes at the end of the cycle. This can happen if the of the dishwasher for f
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Silverware Basket FLEXI-FOLD DOWN™ Flexible Tines Use the slots in the covers to The row of tines on the left- keep your silverware separated hand and right-hand sides for optimum wash. There are of the top rack can be specially designed slots (small adjusted to make room for round holes) for chopsticks. Mix a variety of dishes. silverware types to keep them To adjust the fold-down separated. Load knives down, tines: forks up, and alternate spoons, 1. Grasp the tip of the tine for best c
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® Removable Top Rack (for SatinGlide Max rails) Culinary Tool Rack (3rd level rack) The removable top rack The culinary tool rack is designed with 2 movable baskets to hold allows you to wash extra silverware, knives and cooking utensils. larger items such as Install the baskets in this up position when you have extra pots, roasters, and silverware and flatware to wash. cookie sheets in the bottom rack. IMPORTANT: Remove dishes prior to removing the top rack from the dishwasher. To remov
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L O C N K R U T & N W O U D Filtration System Your dishwasher has the latest technology in dishwasher filtration. This triple filtration system minimizes sound and optimizes water and energy conservation while providing superior cleaning performance. Throughout the life of your dishwasher, the filter will require maintenance to sustain peak cleaning performance. The triple filter system consists of 2 parts, an upper filter assembly and a lower filter. ■ The upper filter as
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L O N C K R U T & N W O U D N H S L U O P C K 2. Insert the Upper Filter Assembly into the circular opening in Filter Reinstallation Instructions the Lower Filter. 1. Noting the previous 3. Slowly rotate the filter clockwise until it drops into place. illustrations, place the Continue to rotate until the filter is locked into place. If the Lower Filter under the filter is not fully seated (still turns freely), continue to turn Locating Tabs in the the filter clockwise until it drops and
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Dishwasher Maintenance Procedure Cleaning the Dishwasher Clean the exterior of dishwasher with a soft, damp cloth and mild detergent. If your dishwasher has a stainless steel exterior, a stainless steel cleaner is recommended - Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish Part Number 31462A. Removal of Hard Water / Filming: ® Recommended use of a monthly maintenance product such as affresh Dishwasher Cleaner Part Number W10282479. ■ Load your dishwasher (preferably with dishes affected by filmi
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PROBLEM SOLUTION DISHWASHER NOT DRYING NOTE: Plastic and items with nonstick surfaces are difficult to dry because they have a porous surface which tends to collect water droplets. Towel drying may be necessary. Use of rinse aid along with the ProDry™ or Heat Dry option is needed for proper drying. Proper loading of items can affect drying. (See specific loading instructions within this guide.) Glasses and cups with concave bottoms hold water. This water may spill onto other items when unloadi
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PROBLEM SOLUTION DISHES DIRTY/SUDS IN If foam or suds are detected by the dishwasher sensing system, the dishwasher may not operate DISHWASHER/CYCLE NOT properly or may not fill with water. COMPLETE Suds can come from: ■ Using the incorrect type of detergent, such as dish detergent for hand washing dishes, laundry detergent, or hand soap. ■ Not replacing the rinse aid dispenser cap after filling (or refilling) the rinse aid. ■ Using an excessive amount of dishwasher detergent. Call for servic
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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 Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter “KitchenAid”) will pay for factory specified parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship that existed when this major appliance was purchased. Service must be provided by a KitchenAid
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For additional product information or to view FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions), in U.S.A. visit: www.kitchenaid.com In Canada visit: www.kitchenaid.ca If you do not have access to the Internet and you need assistance using your product or you would like to schedule service, you may contact KitchenAid at the number below. Have your complete model number ready. You can find your model and serial number on the label located near the door on the right-hand or left-hand side of the dishwasher in
