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©2017 Used under license in Canada. All rights reserved. 

 

 

 

         07/17

03/17

IF YOU NEED SERVICE:

1.  Before contacting us to arrange service, please determine whether your product requires repair. Some questions can be addressed without 

service. Please take a few minutes to review the Troubleshooting section of the Use and Care Guide or visit producthelp.kitchenaid.com.

2.  All warranty service is provided exclusively by our authorized KitchenAid Service Providers. In the U.S. and Canada, direct all requests for 

warranty service to: 

KitchenAid Customer eXperience Center

In the U.S.A., call 1-800-422-1230. In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777.

If outside the 50 United States or Canada, contact your authorized KitchenAid dealer to determine whether another warranty applies.

KITCHENAID

®

 DISHWASHER 

LIMITED WARRANTY

ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE. PROOF OF PURCHASE IS REQUIRED 

TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE.
Please have the following information available when you call the 

Customer eXperience Center:

 

Name, address, and telephone number

 

Model number and serial number

 

A clear, detailed description of the problem

 

Proof of purchase, including dealer or retailer name and address

LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY

WHAT IS COVERED

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

FIRST YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY (PARTS AND LABOR)

For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is 

installed, 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 replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials 

or workmanship that existed when this major appliance was purchased 

or, at its sole discretion, replace the product. In the event of product 

replacement, your appliance will be warranted for the remaining term of 

the original unit’s warranty period.

SECOND THROUGH FIFTH YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY  

(CERTAIN COMPONENT PARTS ONLY – LABOR NOT INCLUDED)

In the second through fifth years from the date of original purchase, when 

this major appliance is installed, operated, and maintained according to 

instructions attached to or furnished with the product, KitchenAid will pay 

for factory specified replacement parts for the following components to 

correct non-cosmetic defects in materials or workmanship in these parts 

that prevent function of this major appliance and that existed when this 

major appliance was purchased. This is a limited five year warranty on the 

below named parts only and does not include repair labor.

 

Nylon dish racks

 

Electronic controls

LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY (STAINLESS STEEL TUB  

AND INNER DOOR LINER ONLY)

For the lifetime of the product from the date of original purchase, when 

this major appliance is installed, operated, and maintained according to 

instructions attached to or furnished with the product, KitchenAid will pay 

for factory specified replacement parts and repair labor for the following 

components to correct non-cosmetic defects in materials or workmanship 

that existed when this major appliance was purchased:

 

Stainless steel tub

 

Inner door liner

YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED 

WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED HEREIN. 

Service must be provided by a KitchenAid designated service company. 

This limited warranty is valid only in the United States or Canada and 

applies only when the major appliance is used in the country in which it 

was purchased. This limited warranty is effective from the date of original 

consumer purchase. Proof of original purchase date is required to obtain 

service under this limited warranty.

1.  Commercial, non-residential, multiple-family use, or use inconsistent 

with published user, operator, or installation instructions. 

2.  In-home instruction on how to use your product.
3.  Service to correct improper product maintenance or installation, 

installation not in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or 

correction of household electrical or plumbing (e.g., house wiring, 

fuses, or water inlet hoses).

4.  Consumable parts (e.g., light bulbs, batteries, air or water filters, 

preservation solutions).

5.  Defects or damage caused by the use of non-genuine KitchenAid 

parts or accessories.

6.  Damage from accident, misuse, abuse, fire, floods, acts of God,  

or use with products not approved by KItchenAid.

7.  Repairs to parts or systems to correct product damage or defects 

caused by unauthorized service, alteration, or modification of the 

appliance.

8.  Cosmetic damage including scratches, dents, chips, and other 

damage to the appliance finishes, unless such damage results  

from defects in materials and workmanship and is reported to 

KitchenAid within 30 days. 

9.  Discoloration, rust, or oxidation of surfaces resulting from caustic  

or corrosive environments including, but not limited to, high salt 

concentrations, high moisture or humidity, or exposure to chemicals.

10. Pickup or delivery. This product is intended for in-home repair.
11. Travel or transportation expenses for service in remote locations 

where an authorized KitchenAid servicer is not available.

12. Removal or reinstallation of inaccessible appliances or built-in 

fixtures (e.g., trim, decorative panels, flooring, cabinetry, islands, 

countertops, drywall) that interfere with servicing, removal,  

or replacement of the product.

13. Service or parts for appliances with original model/serial numbers 

removed, altered, or not easily determined.

The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded 

circumstances shall be borne by the customer. 

DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES

IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO FIVE YEARS OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW. Some states and provinces do not allow 

limitations on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness, so this limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific 

legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province.

DISCLAIMER OF REPRESENTATIONS OUTSIDE OF WARRANTY

KitchenAid makes no representations about the quality, durability, or need for service or repair of this major appliance other than the representations 

contained in this warranty. If you want a longer or more comprehensive warranty than the limited warranty that comes with this major appliance, you 

should ask KitchenAid or your retailer about buying an extended warranty.

LIMITATION OF REMEDIES: EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES

YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED HEREIN. KITCHENAID 

SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of 

incidental or consequential damages, so these limitations and exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you 

also may have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province.

Summary of Contents for KDPE204G

Page 1: ...______________________________ Serial Number _____________________________________________ W11040103A Dishwasher Safety 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 a...

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: ...g performance and controlling buildup of hard water deposits Energy efficient dishwashers use less water and energy so they depend on the water sheeting action of rinse aid for total optimal performance SLIDE Detergent The United States and Canada have passed regulations limiting the amount of phosphorus phosphates in the household dishwasher detergents Major manufacturers have reformulated their ...

Page 4: ...Upper spray arm Cup shelf 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 Utility basket on some models Bottle wash on some models Premium top rack adjusters ProScrub upper on some models Rack handle FLEXI FOLD DOWN adjustable tines on...

Page 5: ...unt of water and energy needed The ProWash and Tough cycles are recommended for tough soil No need to pre rinse dishes just scrape leftover food into the trash or disposal and load Touch Start Resume every time you add a dish IMPORTANT If anyone opens the door such as for adding a dish even during the Delay option Start Resume must be touched each time Push the door firmly closed within 4 seconds ...

Page 6: ...hown If your silverware does not fit into the designated slots lift and slide covers off to remove them and mix silverware types to keep them separated Use the slots in the covers and suggested loading patterns to keep your silverware separated for optimum wash STEP 2 Add Detergent Premeasured Detergents SLIDE High quality premeasured tablets and packs are recommended for improved performance Qual...

Page 7: ...ntly on the lid Rinse Aid Setting Your rinse aid dispenser is adjustable For most water conditions the factory setting will give good results If you have hard water and notice calcium buildup on your dishware you may want to try a higher setting If you notice foam in your dishwasher use a lower setting To adjust the setting Turn the arrow adjuster to a higher number to increase the amount of rinse...

Page 8: ...E GALLONS LITERS This cycle senses the load size soil amount and toughness of soil to adjust the cycle for improved cleaning using only the amount of water and energy needed The ProWash cycle is automatically selected if you first touch Start Resume Includes a heated drying option 2 30 to 3 30 3 8 to 7 7 14 4 to 29 3 Use for hard to clean heavily soiled pots pans casseroles and regular tableware I...

Page 9: ...nsure interior wash and rinse coverage inside taller items such as bottles 0 07 0 Raises the main wash temperature to improve cleaning for loads containing tough baked on food ProWash Tough Normal Raises the main wash temperate from 105 F 41 C to either 130 F 55 C or 140 F 60 C 0 00 to 0 30 0 to 3 0 0 to 11 2 Sanitizes dishes and glassware in accordance with NSF International NSF ANSI Standard 184...

Page 10: ...ff when you open and close door or touch CANCEL DRAIN 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 Can...

Page 11: ... the tines down toward the center of the rack Premium Adjustable 2 Position Top Rack You can raise or lower the top rack to fit tall items in either the top or bottom rack Adjusters are located on each side of the top rack To raise the rack Press both rack adjuster thumb levers and lift the rack until it is in the up position and level To lower the rack Press both rack adjuster thumb levers and sl...

Page 12: ...he filters may need to be cleaned when Visible objects or soils are on the upper filter assembly Dishes feel gritty to the touch Lower filter Upper filter assembly It is very easy to remove and maintain the filters The chart below shows the recommended cleaning frequency RECOMMENDED TIME INTERVAL TO CLEAN YOUR FILTER Number of Loads Per Week If you only scrape before loading If you scrape and rins...

Page 13: ...ents may leave white spots or a white residue on dishware and on the interior of the dishwasher Over time this residue can become unsightly and could affect dishwasher performance Use of a dishwasher cleaning product such as affresh Dishwasher Cleaner can help to remove the residue Monthly use of affresh Dishwasher Cleaner is recommended to help maintain the dishwasher To Use 1 If cleaning without...

Page 14: ... C is best the dishwasher will delay longer while heating cooler water Some options will add time to the cycle See the Cycle and Option Descriptions section The Heat Dry or ProDry option adds approximately 45 minutes Try the Express Wash cycle Run the hot water at a faucet close to the dishwasher before starting the cycle DISHWASHER NOT DRYING NOTE Plastic and items with nonstick surfaces are diff...

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: ... 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 with s...

Page 17: ...ce is used in the country in which it was purchased This limited warranty is effective from the date of original consumer purchase Proof of original purchase date is required to obtain service under this limited warranty 1 Commercial non residential multiple family use or use inconsistent with published user operator or installation instructions 2 In home instruction on how to use your product 3 S...

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