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To add rinse aid, open the dispenser lid by gently pushing in  

the center of the lid with your thumb while lifting up on the edge.

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 W

ash

OPEN

SLIDE

 

Pour rinse aid into the opening until the indicator level shows  

that it is full.

SLIDE

 

Close dispenser by pushing down gently on the lid.

NOTE:

 For most water conditions, the factory setting will give  

good results.

If you are experiencing poor drying performance, try  

a higher setting. Turn the arrow adjuster to the next 

higher number to increase the amount of rinse aid.

5. 

Select a cycle

Efficient dishwashers run longer to save water and energy, just as 

driving a car slower saves on gas. Typical cycle time is approximately 

2

1

/

2

 hours but can take less or more time to complete depending  

on selections. Push door firmly closed and touch START to repeat 

the same cycle and options as in the previous wash cycle, or select 

another cycle appropriate for your load. See the Cycle Guide.

6. 

Select options

You can customize your cycles by selecting the options desired. See 

the Cycle Guide. If you change your mind, touch the option keypad 

again to turn off the option. Not all options are available for every 

cycle. If an invalid option is selected for a given cycle, the lights will 

flash. Adding options may increase the cycle time.

7. 

Start or resume a cycle

NOTE:

 If needed, run hot water at the sink nearest your dishwasher 

until water is hot. Turn off water. With door firmly closed, touch START.

IMPORTANT:

 If the door is opened for more than a few seconds after 

the cycle is started (even during the Delay time), the Start keypad 

must be touched again after the door is closed. If Start keypad is not 

touched, the Start keypad light with flash, and audible tone will be 

heard, and cycle will not resume.

8. 

Follow the progress of your dishwasher

The display will indicate cycle progress such as Washing, Drying, 

Clean, and Sanitized. The cycle has completed when the Clean light  

is lit. Refer to the Control chart in the Cycle Guide section for 

operation of the Sanitized indicator.

CYCLE GUIDE

IMPORTANT: 

The sensor in your dishwasher monitors the soil level. Cycle time and/or water usage can vary as the sensor adjusts the cycle for 

the best wash performance. If the incoming water is less than the recommended temperature or food soils are heavy, the cycle will automatically 

compensate by adding time, heat, and water as needed.

CYCLES

ESTIMATED 

WASH TIME* 

W/O OPTIONS 

(HR:MIN)

WATER USAGE 

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 the Start keypad. 

Includes a heated drying option.*

2:10 to 3:15

3.38 to 7.4 

(12.8 to 28.0)

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) 

This cycle is recommended for daily, regular, or typical use to completely wash and dry 

a full load of normally soiled dishes. This dishwasher’s government energy certifications 

were based on the Normal cycle with only the Heat Dry option selected.**

2:00 to 3:10

2.4 to 7.4 

(9.09 to 28.0)  

For fast results, the Express Wash will clean dishes using slightly more water and energy. 

For improved drying, select a heated drying option.

NOTE:

 Some detergents are not recommended for short wash cycles, please refer  

to your detergent packaging for more information. Includes a heated drying option.

0:55 to 1:05

7.87 (29.8)

Use for rinsing dishes, glasses, and silverware that will not be washed right away.  

Do not use detergent.

0:18

2.0 (7.5)

*The government energy certifications are not based on this cycle. See the Normal cycle description for the government energy certification 

cycle. Using the ProWash™ cycle may increase your energy usage. 

**No other washing and drying temperature options were selected, and the dishwasher was not subjected to truncated testing. Rinse aid was  

not used, and there was no detergent used in the prewash.

Summary of Contents for KDTM404KPS

Page 1: ...IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING When using the dishwasher follow basic precautions including the following SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using the dishwasher Use the dishwasher only for its intended function Use only detergents or rinse agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and keep them out of the reach of children When loading items to be washed 1 Locate sharp i...

Page 2: ...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 slide the rack to its down position and level NOTE The top rack must be level Touch START RESUME every time you add a dish IMPORTANT If anyone opens the door such...

Page 3: ...tergents High quality premeasured tablets and packs are recommended for 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 water hardness and soil levels Also by using a rinse aid you can minimize repeat buil...

Page 4: ...hen the Clean light is lit Refer to the Control chart in the Cycle Guide section for operation of the Sanitized indicator CYCLE GUIDE IMPORTANT The sensor in your dishwasher monitors the soil level Cycle time and or water usage can vary as the sensor adjusts the cycle for the best wash performance If the incoming water is less than the recommended temperature or food soils are heavy the cycle will...

Page 5: ...door firmly NOTE Anytime the door is opened such as to add a dish the Start Resume keypad must be touched again to resume the delay countdown Available with any cycle Delays the start of a cycle to the specified time 0 Use the Control Lock option to avoid unintended use of dishwasher between cycles or cycle and option changes during a cycle To turn on Control Lock touch and hold CONTROL LOCK for 3...

Page 6: ... is recommended to help maintain the dishwasher Follow package directions NOTE KitchenAid recommends the use of high quality premeasured detergent tablets or packs and the use of rinse aid for dishwasher cleaning and daily care If you have a drain air gap check and clean it if the dishwasher isn t draining well To Reduce Risk of Property Damage During Vacation or Extended Time Without Use When you...

Page 7: ...ave bottoms hold water This water may spill onto other items when you are unloading the dishwasher Unload the bottom rack first Spotting Filming NOTES Liquid rinse aid is necessary for drying and to reduce spotting Use the correct amount of detergent If using powder or liquid gel products use package instructions Confirm that the cloudiness is removable by soaking the item in white vinegar for 5 m...

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