KitchenAid KUDB22HT User's Manual
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1. Solution chart on page 18 before you make a service call If the problem is not due to one of the above items first call your dealer or repair service he recommends e All service should be handled locally by the dealer from whom you purchased the unit or an authorized KitchenAid servicer Inthe event you are unable to obtain the name of a local authorized KitchenAid servicer call KitchenAid Customer Relations TOLL FREE 800 422 1230 A Customer Relations representative can recommend a qualified service company in your area e If you must call or write please provide Model Number Serial Number Date of Purchase and a complete description of the problem Write to Customer Relations Department KitchenAid P O Box 558 St Joseph MI 49085 0558 If you are not satisfied with the action taken contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel MACAP MACAP is a group of independent consumer experts that voices consumer views at the highest levels of the major appliance industry Contact them only when the dealer authorized servicer or KitchenAid Inc have failed to resolve your problem Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 MACAP will in turn inform us of your action Dishwasher Warranty KITCHENAID WILL KITCHENAID WILL LENGTH OF WARRANTY PAY FOR NOT PAY FOR ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY Replacement parts and repair A Service calls to FROM DAT2. CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state KITCHENAID ST JOSEPH MICHIGAN USA 49085 9741157 7 4171626
3. at least 20 minutes to avoid injury DO NOT operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place DO NOT tamper with controls DO NOT abuse sit on or stand on the door or dish rack of the disnwasher To reduce the risk of injury do not allow children to play in or ona dishwasher If hot water has not been used recently usually two weeks or longer hydrogen gases may build up in the water heater and the hot water pipes HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE To prevent injury or damage before using your dishwasher turn on all hot water faucets and allow water to run for several minutes This will allow gases to escape Do not smoke or use any open flame near the faucet while it is open When discarding an old dishwasher always remove the door to prevent accidental entrapment Install the dishwasher on a floor that is level and strong enough to support the weight To prevent electrical shock disconnect electrical power supply to dishwasher before attempting to service SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Ownership Registration Before you use your dishwasher please fill out and mail your ownership registration card packed with the Use and Care Guide This card will enable us to contact you in the unlikely event of a product safety notification and assist us in complying with the provisions of the Consumer Product Safety Act Return of this card is not necessary to validate your warra
4. floor strong enough to support its weight e Has been properly connected to electricity water and drain e Has been properly electrically grounded e Has had all hang tags and temporary labels removed Is not used by children or anyone unable to operate it properly e Is properly maintained See Installation Instructions for complete information Heavy duty door springs are necessary when installing custom panels Fallure to provide proper door springs with custom panels may cause damage to the dishwasher Important Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury when using your dishwasher follow basic precautions including the following Read all instructions before using the dishwasher This dishwasher must be properly connected to electricity and water Use the dishwasher only for its intended function Use only detergents and rinse agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and keep them out of the reach of children When loading items to be washed a Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal b Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce risk of Cut type injuries DO NOT wash plastic items unless marked dishwasher safe or the equivalent For plastic items not so marked check the manufacturers recommendations DO NOT touch the heating element during or immediately after use Element must cool
5. if necessary If food The removable filter continuously filters the wash water and traps the food particles that have been removed from the dishes on the outside of the filter These trapped food particles are removed from the filter by the jet spray action of water from the single spray nozzle D underneath the wash arm The ultrafine filter is cleaned by the nine water jets E underneath the 4 Way Hydro Sweep Wash Arm soils remain on the removable filter lift the 4 Way Hydro Sweep Wash Arm straight up Check underside of wash arm to make sure the opening of the single stainless steel spray nozzle D and the nine water jets E are not blocked Next lift the removable filter straight up and out To clean scrub filter with a stiff brush under running water To replace snap removable filter over the ultrafine filter and then replace the wash arm When replacing wash arm be sure that water jets on the wash arm are facing up Check to make sure wash arm is free to rotate The coarse strainer may be removed if necessary To remove lift strainer out by squeezing center section F and remove To replace squeeze center section so clips snap into square notch The Overflow Protection Float G in the front left corner of the dishwasher tank prevents the dishwasher from overflowing The float must be in place for the dishwasher to operate Important A smail amount of water always remains in the bottom of the dishwa
6. not be dishwasher washed because they may break down and cause marking Aluminum markings can be removed by using a mild abrasive cleanser Remove by washing dishes after food soil has been removed with 1 teaspoon to tablespoon of citric acid crystals added to Main Wash compartment of detergent dispenser Do not use detergent Follow with a LIGHTICHINA WASH CYCLE with detergent If treatment is needed more often than every other month the installation of an iron removal unit is recommended Re season cookware after dishwasher washing Run a RINSE amp HOLD CYCLE at least once or twice a day until a full load is accumulated improper loading Filter is not placed in dishwasher correctly Spray nozzle on wash arm is blocked Dishes not scraped before loading Load dishes and glasses so that they are stable and do not strike together from washing action Note Some types of china and glassware are too delicate for automatic dishwashing and should be hand washed for example antiques featheredged and similar types Moving racks in and out smoothly will also minimize chipping Make sure Removable Filter is seated properly under wash arm See page 17 Remove lower wash arm see page 16 and turn upside down On under side of each tube is an indentation In one of these indentations is a nozzle hole which cleans filter Check to make sure the nozzle is not blocked Make sure leftover food bones toothpicks and o
7. of panel until top edge of pane drops down Place panel assembly on a smooth flat surface and remove three screws B from either side of pane to remove the trim strip C Slide the color panel out Handle carefully so the pane will not be scratched or bent Turn the panel to the desired color Place the color panel in position then push the filler panel in behind it Replace the trim strip and the three screws With hands placed at sides of panel assembly slide the top edge of the panel up into position under the control panel see illustration to the right Hold the panel in place and open the door Hold panel assembly in position with one hand Replace the two screws A on each side of the dishwasher door that secure the panel assembly Reconnect electrical power supply 21 Lower Panel Remove two screws D located under the access panel 2 Pull bottom of panel out and lift up and away from dishwasher 3 Place panel on a smooth flat surface and remove the two screws H from either side of the trim Take off the loosened piece of trim 4 Slide the color panel out Handle careful ly so the panel will not be scratched or bent Turn the panel to the desired col or Place the color panel in position then push the filler panel in place 5 Replace the trim and screws H 6 Taking the assembled lower panel insert the top of access panel unt
8. E OF labor to correct defects in 1 Correct the installation of INSTALLATION materials or workmanship the dishwasher Service must be provided by an 2 Instruct you how to use authorized KitchenAid the dishwasher servicing outlet 3 Replace house fuses or correct house wiring 4 Correct house plumbing FIVE YEAR LIMITED Replacement parts repair labor WARRANTY costs not included for the i ONE YEAR FULL PLUS one half horsepower motor if B Repairs when dishwasher is SECOND THROUGH FIFTH defective in materials or used in other than normal YEAR LIMITED FROM DATE workmanship home use OF INSTALLATION TEN YEAR LIMITED C Damage resulting from accident alteration misuse abuse improper installation Replacement parts repair labor WARRANTY costs not included for the 7 ONE YEAR FULL PLUS TriDura Porcelain on steel es SECOND THROUGH TENTH tank or inner door if the tank or electrical and plumbin YEAR LIMITED FROM DATE inner door develops a water P g codes D Any labor costs during the limited warranty E Replacement parts or re pair labor costs for units operated outside the United States F Pickup and delivery This product is designed to be repaired in the home OF INSTALLATION leak as the result of defective materials or workmanship KITCHENAID DOES NOT ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR
9. KitchenAid Built In Dishwasher Models KUDB220T KUDB22HT USE and CARE GUIDE FB Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions 3 Ownership Registration Card 4 Important Facts 04 4 Dishwasher Features 5 Operating Your Dishwasher 6 Sounds You May Hear 6 Energy Saving Tips 6 Special Tips On Dishwasher Use 7 Dishwasher Cycles 8 To Cancel A Cycle 9 Adding Dishware During A Cycle 9 Loading Your Dishwasher 10 Upper Rack 20 0 00000 a ee 10 Lower Rack 000 00005 11 Silverware Basket 5 12 Filling The Detergent Dispenser 13 How Much Detergent To Use 13 Low Phosphate Detergents 14 RINSE Agents 5 ee te Bed ote 28 14 Caring For Your Dishwasher 14 Seasonal Storage 5 15 Drain Air Gap oana ae 15 Sure Scrub Wash System 16 17 Problem Cause Solution Chart 18 19 Removing Spots And Film 19 Changing Front Panels 20 22 Optional Front Panels 22 If You Need Service Or Assistance 23 Warranty 00 0 cee ee eee Back Cover 1989 KitchenAid It is your responsibility to be sure your dishwasher e is installed by a qualified installer e Has been installed where it is protected from the elements e Has been installed on a
10. QUENCE TIME minutes gallons a T gt gt Light China Wash Cycle is used to wash There are two wash periods and one rinse and dry daily loads with light amounts of followed by a heated dry period food soil This cycle uses less water and time than the Normal Wash Cycle and is the most efficient cycle to use TOTAL CYCLE WATER USED CYCLE SEQUENCE TIME minutes gallons E e e Rinse amp Hold Cycle is used to rinse partial Important Ali cycles may be used to wash loads of dishes until a full load is accumu and dry dishwasher safe china and crystal lated No detergent is used Dishware is kept Check manufacturers recommendations moist until a complete wash and dry cycle before washing can be run This cycle provides one rinse START DRY SELECTION ENERGY SAVER START NO HEAT L Rinse amp Hold Cycle cont d RINSE amp HOLD Energy Saver No Heat can be used with any Wash Selection to eliminate the heat during the drying portion of a cycle The fan of the drying system will continue to operate helping the dishes to air dry naturally Under certain conditions you may find a few drops of water on the dishware and silverware at the end of this cycle If you are not satisfied with the washing or drying performance do not select this option To Cancel A Cycle The Cycle Selection Dial may be used to cancel any cycle in progress If water is present in the dishwasher tu
11. cal shock or personal injury OPTION A Upper Panel 1 Disconnect electrical power supply 2 Pull door open and on either side of the dishwasher door remove the three screws A from the trim B Remove the loosened piece of trim 3 Slide the color panel out Handle carefully so the pane will not be scratched or bent Turn the panel to the desired color Place the color panel in position then push the filler panel in behind it 4 Replace the trim B and the three screws A Lower Panel 1 Remove the two screws C on either side of the lower panel assembly Remove the loosened piece of trim D 2 Slide the color panel out Handle carefully so the panel will not be scratched or bent Turn the panel to the desired color Place the color panel in position then push the filler panel in behind it 3 Replace the trim D and the two screws C 4 Reconnect electrical power supply 20 Black or Gray Marks on Dishes Brown Stains on Dinnerware and Dishwasher Interior White Spots on Cookware with Non Stick Finish Odor in the Dishwasher Chipping of Dishware Removable Filter Needs Frequent Cleaning Aluminum markings High iron content in water supply Seasoning removed by dishwasher detergents Dishes only washed every two to three days Aluminum pieces should be loaded so that they will not rub against dinnerware during washing Throw away aluminum items should
12. ccording to instructions on pages 10 12 Do not operate dishwasher without racks in place Water leakage and flooding may result Step 2 Add detergent to detergent dispenser See page 13 Step 3 Firmly close the door and latch it by pushing the door handle down Step4 Advance Cycle Selection Dial slowly to corresponding cycle See page 8 for description of cycles Step5 Push Start Button Sounds You May Hear While Your Dishwasher is Running e the fill valve opening or closing and the sound of water entering the dishwasher water being pumped out during drain portion of cycle detergent cup opening timer clicking as it advances e pump motor starting items being ground up in the hard food disposal To Check Your Water lemperature For best dishwashing results water should be at least 140 F 60 C as it enters the dishwasher To check the temperature use the faucet closest to your dishwasher 1 Set the faucet control for the hottest water possible Run water into a glass set in the sink for at least one minute allowing it to overflow 2 Place a candy or meat thermometer in the glass and read it at the maximum setting 3 If the temperature is too low raise the setting on your water heater Energy Saving Tips e Use the ENERGY SAVER NO HEAT option whenever possible If your incoming water temperature is 140 F 60 C and you don t need your dishes right away it pays to air dry them e Flas
13. d washings Gold colored flatware will discolor Milk glass will yellow with repeated dishwasher washing Handles of some knives are attached to the blade with adhesives which may loosen if dishwasher washed High water temperatures and detergent may discolor or pit finish Material Disposable Plastics Plastics Stainless Steel Sterling Silver or Silverplate Tin Wooden Ware Dishwasher Safe Exceptions Special Information Cannot withstand high water temperatures and detergents Always check manufacturers recommendations before washing Plastics vary in their capacity to withstand high water temperatures and detergents Run a RINSE amp HOLD CYCLE if not washing immediately Prolonged contact with foods containing salt vinegar milk products or fruit juice could damage finish Run a RINSE amp HOLD CYCLE if not washing immediately Prolonged contact with food containing salt acid or sulfide eggs mayonnaise and seafood could damage finish May rust Always check manufacturers recommendations before washing Untreated wood may warp crack or lose its finish CYCLE SELECTION LIGHT CHINAS KitchenAid OA ory RINSE HOLD H Dishwasher Cycles Normal Wash Cycle is used to wash and dry There are two wash periods and two rinses daily loads with moderate amounts of food followed by a heated dry period soil TOTAL CYCLE WATER USED CYCLE SE
14. ding your KitchenAid dishwasher Just scrape leftover food bones toothpicks and other hard items from the dishware Some foods like eggs rice pasta and cooked cereals may be hard to remove if left to dry over a period of time If you do not plan to wash your dishes fairly soon after use run RINSE amp HOLD CYCLE to keep them moist until you are ready to run the next wash cycle Never prewash dishes with a hand dishwashing detergent It will cause sudsing in the dishwasher and result in poor cleaning and or spotting and filming on the dishware Upper Rack Loading Examples Glasses and stemware may be loaded To achieve stability load glasses and cups together Stability is important when loading between pins and over pins Bowls cups and such items pans may be loaded in the center row as shown Be sure items are stable If load is not stable damage may occur Lower Rack Loading Examples e For maximum capacity and stability of an all plate load overlap or butterfly small plates on right side as shown e Plates may be loaded front to back or side to side with pots pans mixing bowls and large cookware e Cereal soup bowls may be loaded front to back side to side and along the outer edge depending upon the shape e Glasses may be loaded in the lower rack along with plates bowls and saucepans Loading Your Dishwasher Silverware Basket The silverware cutlery basket can be removed for loading and unload
15. drying SOLUTION Use recommended dishwasher detergents only Never use soap or laundry detergents Add more dishwasher detergent to increase amount of suds inhibitors Follow loading instructions in dishwasher Use and Care Guide Home water pressure shouid be 20 to 120 psi for proper dishwasher fill A booster pump on the water supply may be necessary if pressure is too low Use recommended dishwasher detergents only Follow recommen dations in Use and Care Guide for amounts never use less than one tablespoon per load Detergent must be fresh to be effective Always store it in a cool dry area preferably in an airtight container Use fresh detergent only Do not allow detergent to sit for several hours in a wet dispenser Have dispenser checked to make sure it is working properly Turn home water heater up so water entering dishwasher is 140 F 60 C minimum Do not select ENERGY SAVER NO HEAT Remove lower wash arm and turn upside down Check single stainless steel spray nozzle and nine water jets located on underside of wash arm See page 16 Check to make sure openings are not blocked Conditioning the final rinse water with a liquid rinse agent helps eliminate spotting and filming See page 14 Turn home water heater up so water entering dishwasher is 140 F 60 C minimum Do not select ENERGY SAVER NO HEAT Use recommended dishwasher detergents only Follow recommendations in dishwasher Use and Care Guide for am
16. ent to help protect your dinnerware The amount of detergent needed depends on the amount of food soil on the dishes and the hardness of water If you have hard water you will have to use more detergent than if you have soft water r 2 Add detergent to the dispenser immediately before starting Detergent exposed to moisture over a period of time may become caked and ineffective An open box of detergent should stay fresh for about one month 3 Fill the dispenser with the proper amount of detergent and close the compartment DETERGENT Add detergent to both the Prewash and Main Wash compartments for the Light China Wash Cycle and the Normal Wash Cycle when dishes are heavily soiled Excessive amounts of detergent combined with soft water may cause etching of glass Contact your local water utility area water softening company or state university extension agent to determine whether your water is hard or soft Water Amount of Hardness Detergent Soft Water Half fill each dispenser 0 4 grains approximately 2 tablespoons per per gallon dispenser Medium Hard Fill each dispenser 3 full Water approximately 2 2 tablespoons per 4 8 grains dispenser per gallon Hard Water Fill each dispenser 8 12 grains approximately 3 tablespoons per per gallon dispenser _ L__ Low Phosphate Detergents If you live in a state that mandates low phosphate dishwasher detergents phosphate content
17. f the sink or countertop near the dishwasher Drain air gap accessory part number 300096 is available from KitchenAid REMEMBER This external plumbing device is not part of your KitchenAid Dishwasher To Clean the Drain Air Gap Clean the drain air gap periodically to insure proper drainage of your dishwasher Follow drain air gap cleaning instructions provided by the manufacturer With most types just lift off the chrome cover unscrew the plastic cap and then check for any buildup of soil Clean if necessary Check the Air Gap Anytime Your Dishwasher Isn t Draining Well REMEMBER The warranty provided with your dishwasher does not cover service costs directly associated with the cleaning or repair of the external drain air gap Sure Scrub Wash System The Sure Scrub Wash System in your dishwasher provides the best results possible The wash water is continuously filtered by a triple filtration and soil collector system to prevent food particles from redepositing on clean dishes The triple filtration system consists of a removable filter A an ultrafine filter B and a removable coarse strainer C The removable coarse strainer C prevents bones pits and other large objects from entering the pump system Occasionally check the strainer for such items that may have mistakenly gotten into the dishwasher The 4 Way Hydro Sweep Wash Arm the removable filter and the coarse strainer may be removed and cleaned
18. h dry dishes After final rinse unlatch door and advance Cycle Selection Dial to Normal Cycle open door and pull out racks Because of the heat buildup in dishware during the wash cycle water evaporates quickly from the dishware Important In hard water areas flash drying can increase the likelinood of spotting and filming Run the dishwasher only with a full load Do not rinse dishware before loading e Use only the cycle and options that you need e Run the dishwasher at night during the summer to avoid daytime heat load Special Tips on Dishwasher Use What Can and Cannot Be Washed in Your Dishwasher Most tableware cookware and silverware can be safely washed in your KitchenAid dishwasher If you have any doubts about a particular piece of dishware check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe REMEMBER It is the user s responsibility to determine if dishware should be washed in a dishwasher Material Aluminum Cast Iron China Stoneware Dishwasher Safe Exceptions Special Information High water temperature and detergents may affect finish of anodized aluminum Seasoning will be removed and iron will rust Always check manufacturers recommendations before washing Antique hand painted or over the glaze patterns may fade Gold leaf may discolor Always check manufacturers recommendations before washing Some types of leaded crystal may etch with repeate
19. il it is seated properly on support bracket G 22 7 Replace the screws D 8 Check that upper and lower panels are secure 9 Reconnect electrical power supply Optional Front Panels 1 Wood and Decorative Panels The stainless front trim will accommodate a custom wood front or a decorative panel insert inch thick Some wood panels and decorative panels are heavy and require heavy dishwasher door springs These may be ordered from your KitchenAid dealer as a service item For more information on installing a custom wood front refer to the Dishwasher Installation instructions If you have misplaced these instructions please write to Customer Relations Department KitchenAid P O Box 558 St Joseph MI 49085 0558 2 Solid Colors If the two colors provided with your dishwasher do not match your kitchen decor optional panels are available from your KitchenAid dealer in a variety of decorator colors If Vou Need Service or Assistance Follow These Steps l If your dishwasher should fail to operate review the following list before calling your dealer You could save the cost of a service call e Has the fuse blown or is the circuit breaker open e Is the door closed and latched and a cycle selected e Is the overflow protection float in place See page 17 e Is the water supply to the dishwasher turned on If your dishwasher is not washing properly refer to the Problem Cause
20. ing For best washing results e Load slim handled silverware with handles up to prevent them from sticking out through the basket possibly causing damage to the silverware or dishwasher e Load forks and spoons with handles up and down so they do not nest together Nested items cannot be properly washed Personal Injury Hazard Sharp utensils should be loaded with handles up to prevent possible injury e The cutlery section in the front of the basket is for long handled utensils and long knives Sliver and stainless steel flatware may be damaged If exposed to foods containing salt vinegar milk prod ucts or fruit juices for long periods of time Use the RINSE amp HOLD CYCLE If flatware is not washed immediately after use Filling The Detergent Dispenser 1 USE AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER DETERGENT ONLY Never use soap hand dishwashing detergent laundry detergent or laundry enzyme products They will produce excessive suds and slow down the wash arm action which could cause flooding Add detergent to Main Wash compartment for the Light China Wash Cycle when the dinnerware is lightly soiled How Much Dete r Personal Injury Hazard Dishwasher detergents and rinse agents can be harmful if taken Internally Store these products out of children s reach ALWAYS use at least one tablespoon of automatic dishwashing detergent in Main Wash compartment because there are ingredients in deterg
21. ing an idle summer 1 Turn off the water supply 2 Turn off electricity to the dishwasher The Winter Season To protect against possible rupture of fill valve BE SURE water lines lead ing to as well as in the dishwasher are well protected against freezing RUPTURES OF THIS KIND ARE NOT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY To safeguard your KitchenAid dishwasher when it is exposed to freezing temperatures in a seasonal dwelling have a local qualified person do the following 1 Close and latch the door 2 Turn off electricity to the dishwasher 3 Shut off water supply Place pan under fill valve and disconnect fill valve at both in let and outlet sides Drain water into pan 4 Place a pan under the drain valve outlet and disconnect the flexible tubing at the drain valve Drain machine water into pan Leave fill and drain valve disconnected To restore service reconnect the fill valve and the connection at the drain valve Turn on the electricity and the water supply Close and latch the door Select the LIGHT CHINA WASH CYCLE and let the machine complete its cycle Check connections to make sure they are water tight and do not leak Drain Air Gap Some state or local plumbing codes require the addition of a drain air gap between a built in dishwasher and the home drain system This device protects your dishwasher against water backing up into it when a drain clogs The drain air gap is usually located on top o
22. nty Keep a copy of the sales receipt showing the date of purchase and or date of installation of your dishwasher PROOF OF PURCHASE WILL INSURE YOU OF IN W ARRANTY SERVICE Write down the following information You will need it if your dishwasher ever requires service Model Number Serial Number Date Purchased Date Installed Dealer s Name Address Phone Model and Serial Numbers are located on a label at the left side of the door opening Important Facts e KitchenAid dishwashers operate on 115 volts 60 hertz A C house current They cannot be converted to operate on 220 volts 50 or 60 hertz house current e To protect against possible rupture of fill valve BE SURE water lines leading to the dishwasher as well as water lines in the dishwasher are protected against freezing Such ruptures are not covered by the warranty See page 15 e To prevent accidental entrapment remove the door when removing an old dishwasher from service or discarding it I 2 3 4 5 l eR lc Upper Level Power Wash Lower Rack Cutlery Silverware Basket Detergent Dispenser Overflow Protection Float qe as U r gh lt A oo SS _ ONDOND Dishwasher Features 4 Way Hydro Sweep with Jet Spray Self Cleaning Filter Removable Coarse Strainer Heating Element Dryer Flo Thru Drying Fan Operating Your Dishwasher Step 1 Load dishes into racks a
23. of 8 7 percent or less you may have to use more detergent particularly if you have hard water Low phosphate detergents usually work well in soft water but in hard water they can cause spotting and filming even if the amount of detergent used is increased Rinse Agents An automatic liquid rinse agent dispenser accessory kit is available for easy installation in the door of your dishwasher For details contact your local KitchenAid dealer A rinse agent helps water to sheet off dishware faster than normal reducing water spots and speeding up the drying process Caring For Vour Dishwasher General Cleaning The porcelain enamel interior of your dishwasher will seldom need Cleaning However if mineral deposits from hard water accumulate clean the interior with a mild scouring powder or follow the sugges tions indicated in the Removing Spots and Film section on page 19 DO NOT use any type of cleanser that may cause foaming and sudsing Run dishwasher through a normal cycle The control panel can be wiped clean with a damp cloth then dried NEVER use deter gents or abrasive or powdered cleansers which can mar the finish The enamel or wood fronts and sides can be cleaned with a soft cloth and a mild non abrasive soap and water solution NEVER use paper towels for cleaning Always dry with a soft cloth Seasonal Storage The Summer Season Two simple steps will safeguard your KitchenAid dishwasher dur
24. ount Heavy soil and or hard water generally require extra detergent Detergent should be fresh Store in a cool dry place preferably in an airtight container Discard lumpy detergent Home water pressure should be 20 to 120 psi for proper dishwasher fill A booster pump on the water supply may be necessary if pressure is too low Dishes must have proper water drainage Do not overload Follow instructions for loading in dishwasher Use and Care Guide Use a liquid rinse agent to speed draining Some plastics due to material may need to be towel dried It may not be possible to prevent problem except by hand washing To retard this process use a minimum amount of detergent but not less than one tablespoon per load Use a liquid rinse agent and underload the dishwasher to allow thorough rinsing Silica film and etching are permanent and cannot be removed Use ENERGY SAVER DRY Changing Front Panels Your new KitchenAid dishwasher comes with a Stainless steel trim kit and one front and lower reversible panel You can choose from black or white If you want to change the color of the panels follow one of the options below OPTION A may be used if your dishwasher front sticks out several inches from the cabinets OPTION B may be used if your dishwasher front is flush with the cabinets Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect electrical power supply to dishwasher before changing panels Failure to do so could result in electri
25. rn the dial slowly to the drain portion of the wash or rinse You will hear water draining when you have advanced to the proper location Let the dishwasher drain completely Lift the door handle and advance the dial to the Normal Cycle This cancels the cycle TOTAL CYCLE WATER USED TIME minutes gallons iil If water is absent from the dishwasher lift door handle to stop dishwasher action Relatch door and advance dial to Normal Cycle This cancels the cycle TO START A NEW CYCLE Open dish washer check detergent dispenser to be sure it is properly filled Close and latch door select the desired new cycle and push START button Adding Dishware During A Cycle You can add a forgotten item to the dish washer anytime before the main detergent wash portion of the cycle To stop the cycle just unlatch the door handle However opening the door during a cycle reduces the cleaning power so try to load all items before Starting the cycle TO RESTART DISHWASHER Close the door and latch the handle push the start button and if desired the Energy Saver button The cycle will start exactly where it was stopped Loading Your Dishwasher Your KitchenAid dishwasher is designed with lots of loading space Glasses mugs saucers and saucepans can be loaded in either the upper or lower rack For best results dishware should be loaded so soiled surfaces face the rotating wash arm No hand rinsing is necessary before loa
26. sher un der the ultrafine filter to keep the seal moist Possible Burn Hazard Heating element will be hot immedi ately following use Do not touch To avoid burns wait at least 20 minutes after a cycle for the heating element to cool down Problem Cause Solution Chart A convenient checklist for handling minor performance problems Go over this list before calling for service If you can t solve your dishwasher s problem turn to page 23 for service information PROBLEM Food Soil Left On Dishes Spotting and Filming Dishes Do Not Dry Completely Silica Film or Etching Silica Film is a White Iridescent Deposit Etching is a Cloudy Film Slowdown of wash arm due to high suds Improper loading Low water pressure due to insufficient fill Use of incorrect too little or ineffective detergent Detergent cakes in dispenser Water temperature is too low Filter cleaning spray nozzle on wash arm is blocked Hard water or high mineral content in water Water temperature is too low Use of incorrect detergents Incorrect amount of detergent Use of ineffective detergents insufficient fill caused by low water pressure Dishes do not drain properly Plastics A water chemical reaction with certain types of glassware Usually caused by some combination of soft or softened water alkaline washing solutions in sufficient rinsing over loading the dishwasher and heat of
27. ther hard items are scraped from dinnerware before loading Removing Spots and Film To remove spots and film on dishware and glasses or hard water film on the interior of the dishwasher you may want to use stripping products These products are avail able in the detergent section of your local grocery store follow the manufacturers directions Or you may use vinegar with the following procedure 1 Load clean dishes and glasses in dishwasher in regular manner Do not load silverware or other metals in the dishwasher 2 Close and latch door and select LIGHT CHINA WASH CYCLE Do not use detergent Allow dishwasher to run through the first wash When washer has filled for main wash portion of cycle unlatch and open door Add 2 cups of household vinegar Close and latch door and re select LIGHT CHINA WASH CYCLE 3 After final rinse water has drained cancel cycle Do not allow dishwasher to go through dry portion of cycle 4 For a final polish put two tablespoons of non precipitating type water conditioner in the right hand Main Wash compart ment of detergent dispenser and run dishwasher through complete LIGHT CHINA WASH CYCLE OPTION B Upper Panel l Disconnect electrical power supply Pull door open Remove the two screws A on each side of the dishwasher door that secure the upper panel assembly Close door while holding upper panel in place Pull out lower edge
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