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website at 

www.kitchenaid.ca.

For future reference please make a note of your product model and serial numbers. These can be located near the door on the right-

hand or left-hand side of the dishwasher interior.
Model Number_________________________________________    

Serial Number___________________________________________

Table of Contents

DISHWASHER SAFETY .................................................................1
WHAT’S NEW IN YOUR DISHWASHER .......................................3
PARTS AND FEATURES ................................................................4
START-UP/QUICK REFERENCE ...................................................5
QUICK STEPS  ................................................................................5
DISHWASHER USE ........................................................................6
CYCLE AND OPTION DESCRIPTIONS ........................................8
DISHWASHER FEATURES ..........................................................11
FILTRATION SYSTEM ..................................................................12
DISHWASHER CARE ...................................................................13
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................14
WARRANTY ..................................................................................17

W11133228C

Dishwasher Safety

DISHWASHER  

USER INSTRUCTIONS

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately 
 

You

 

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow 

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.

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:

follow instructions.

instructions.

DANGER

WARNING

Summary of Contents for KDFE104HPS

Page 1: ...YSTEM 12 DISHWASHER CARE 13 TROUBLESHOOTING 14 WARRANTY 17 W11133228C Dishwasher Safety DISHWASHER USER INSTRUCTIONS You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t immediately You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t follow All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if the instructions are ...

Page 2: ...eral minutes This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas As the gas is flammable do not smoke or use an open flame during this time Remove the door or lid to the washing compartment when removing an old dishwasher from service or discarding it GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS For a grounded cord connected dishwasher The dishwasher must be grounded In the event of a malfunction or ...

Page 3: ...p of hard water deposits The use of rinse aid greatly improves drying by allowing water to drain from the dishes after the final rinse Rinse aid also keeps water from forming droplets that can dry as spots or streaks Detergent The United States and Canada have passed restrictions limiting the amount of phosphorus phosphates in household dishwasher detergents to reduce the impact of detergents on o...

Page 4: ...penser location varies by model Overfill protection float Pressurized spray nozzles provide effective cleaning Rinse aid dispenser reduces spotting and improves drying EQ Filtration System removes soil from water and improves cleaning action Side dry vent on some models Premium top rack adjusters FLEXI FOLD DOWN adjustable tines on some models Upper spray arm Cup shelf handle Rack ...

Page 5: ... tough soil No need to pre rinse dishes just scrape leftover food into the trash or disposal and load Press Start RESUME every time you add a dish IMPORTANT If anyone opens the door such as to add a dish even during the Delay hours the Start RESUME button must be pressed each time Push door firmly closed within 4 seconds of pressing Start RESUME If the door is not closed within 4 seconds the Start...

Page 6: ...or improved performance Quality tablets and packs have been proven better than powder liquid or gel detergents at reducing filming on dishes Using tablets and packs over time will start to reduce or eliminate white film They are suitable for all hardness and soil levels Also by using a rinse aid you can minimize repeat buildup of white film not all packs and tablets contain rinse aid Always place ...

Page 7: ... and run a few cycles before changing it again Too much rinse aid can reduce cleaning performance and too little may leave spots or rings SLIDE Full Add P re W a s h O P E N S L ID E STEP 4 Select a Cycle Efficient dishwashers run longer to save water and energy just as driving a car slower saves gas Cycle times may increase or decrease depending on selections Estimated cycle times after calibrati...

Page 8: ...gy needed The ProWash cycle is automatically selected if you first touch Start RESUME Includes a heated drying option 2 10 to 3 15 3 38 to 7 4 12 8 to 28 0 Tough Use for hard to clean heavily soiled pots pans casseroles and regular tableware Includes a heated drying option 2 45 to 3 25 7 4 28 0 Normal This cycle is recommended for daily regular or typical use to completely wash and dry a full load...

Page 9: ...es on a NSF ANSI 184 certified dishwasher meet the NSF ANSI 184 performance standard for soil removal and for sanitization efficacy The Sani Rinse indicator glows at the end of the cycle if the Sani Rinse option was successfully completed If the indicator does not activate it is probably due to the cycle being interrupted ProWash Normal Increases the main wash temperature from 105 F 41 C to 140 F ...

Page 10: ... door or touch Cancel Canceling a Cycle 1 Open the door slightly to stop the cycle Wait for the spraying action to stop before completely opening the door 2 Press and hold Cancel DRAIN once The Cancel DRAIN light will light up 3 Close the door and the dishwasher starts a drain cycle if water remains in bottom of dishwasher Let the dishwasher drain completely The Cancel DRAIN light turns off after2...

Page 11: ...the rack Press both rack adjuster thumb levers and slide the rack to its down position and level NOTE The top rack must be level Removable Top Rack The removable top rack allows you to wash larger items such as pots roasters and cookie sheets in the bottom rack IMPORTANT Remove dishes prior to removing the top rack from the dishwasher To remove the rack To gain access to the removable tabs on the ...

Page 12: ...n removing spots and stains see the Troubleshooting section Filter Removal Instructions 1 Turn the upper filter assembly a quarter turn counterclockwise and lift out 2 Separate the upper filter assembly by gently pulling apart 3 Clean the filters as shown Cleaning Instructions IMPORTANT Do not use wire brushes scouring pads etc as they may damage the filters Rinse filter under running water until ...

Page 13: ...thod to remove white residue is to use a vinegar rinse However vinegar is an acid and using it too often could damage your dishwasher Place do not pour 2 cups 500 mL white vinegar in a glass or dishwasher safe measuring cup on the bottom rack Run the dishwasher through a complete washing cycle using an air dry or an energy saving dry option Do not use detergent Vinegar will mix with the wash water...

Page 14: ...e unit will not run you will need to call for service If the numeric display shows a code F2E2 you will need to call for service DETERGENT REMAINS IN THE DISPENSER OR TABLET IS ON BOTTOM OF TUB Check for dishware such as cookie sheets cutting boards or large containers etc that may be blocking the detergent dispenser from opening properly Be sure your detergent is fresh and lump free Be sure the c...

Page 15: ... the door is opened at the end of the cycle Improper installation will affect noise levels Be sure the filters are properly installed A thumping sound may be heard if items extend beyond the racks and interfere with the wash arms Readjust the dishware and resume the cycle FOOD SOILS REMAIN ON DISHES Be sure the dishwasher is loaded correctly Improper loading can greatly decrease the washing perfor...

Page 16: ...ected dishware and load into dishwasher Remove all silverware and metal items Put 2 cups 500 mL of white vinegar in a glass measuring cup in the lower rack Run a Normal cycle with the Heat Dry option turned off No detergent is needed ETCHING PERMANENT CLOUDINESS This is an erosion of the surface of the glassware and can be caused by a combination of water that is too hot using too much detergent w...

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