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UNDERCOUNTER 

DISHWASHER

Use & Care Guide

Table of Contents.........................................2

TM

Model SUD5000
8528803                   

Summary of Contents for Kirkland Signature SUD5000

Page 1: ...UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER Use CareGuide Table of Contents 2 TM Model SUD5000 8528803 ...

Page 2: ...et 8 DISHWASHER USE 8 Detergent Dispenser 8 Rinse Aid Dispenser 9 Dishwasher Efficiency Tips 9 Cycle Selection Chart 10 Canceling a Cycle 10 Changing a Cycle or Setting 11 Adding Items During a Cycle 11 Using the Plate Warmer 11 Option Selections 11 Drying System 12 Overfill Protection Float 12 WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS 12 DISHWASHER CARE 13 Cleaning Your Dishwasher 13 Drain Air Gap 13 Storing Your Di...

Page 3: ...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 ...

Page 4: ...rea suitable for its size and use Remove all shipping plugs from hoses and connectors such as the cap on the drain outlet before installing See Installation Instructions for complete information Tip Over Hazard Do not use dishwasher until completely installed Do not push down on open door Doing so can result in serious injury or cuts Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher Connect g...

Page 5: ... module 5 Heating element 6 Water inlet opening in tub wall 7 Rack bumper 8 Vent 9 Top rack 10 Spray tower 11 Model and serial number label 12 Lower spray arm 13 Silverware basket 14 Overfill protection float 15 Detergent dispensers 16 Rinse aid dispenser 1 2 4 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 3 16 5 ...

Page 6: ...om the dishes It is not necessary to rinse the dishes before putting them into the dishwasher The wash module removes food particles from the water The module contains a chopping device which will reduce the size of food items NOTE If hard items such as fruit seeds nuts and egg shells enter the wash module you might hear chopping grinding crunching or buzzing sounds These sounds are normal when ha...

Page 7: ... cooked on or dried on food should be loaded with soiled surfaces facing inward to the spray See recommended loading patterns shown Do not cover spray tower See arrow Mixed load Do not load glasses cups or plastic items in the bottom rack Load small items in the bottom rack only if they are secured in place Load plates soup bowls etc between tines and facing inward to the spray Overlap the edges o...

Page 8: ...htly closed detergent in a cool dry place Fresh automatic dishwasher detergent results in better cleaning NOTE Do not use detergent with a rinse cycle Filling the dispenser 1 If the dispenser cover is closed open the cover by pushing the Cover latch 2 Fill the Main Wash section with detergent See How Much Detergent to Use 3 Close the Main Wash dispenser cover Fill the Pre Wash section if needed NO...

Page 9: ...losest to your dishwasher for at least 1 minute 2 Place a candy or meat thermometer in a glass measuring cup 3 Check the temperature on the thermometer as the water is running into the cup 4 If the water temperature at the faucet is below 120 F 49 C have a qualified person raise the water heater s thermostat setting To save water energy and time do not rinse dishes before putting them into the dis...

Page 10: ...r is already hot enough the cycle time will be as shown A small amount of water runs through the pump to remove soil particles CancelingaCycle You can cancel a cycle at any time 1 Turn the Cycle Control knob slowly clockwise until you hear water draining Let the dishwasher drain completely 2 Open the door 3 Turn the Cycle Control knob to OFF Wash Rinse Main Wash Purge Final Rinse Dry Time min Wate...

Page 11: ...example you can press an unheated drying option any time before drying begins After a wash cycle the dishwasher remembers the options used and uses the same options in the next wash cycle unless you select new options or press Reset Hi Temp Wash Select this option to heat the water to 140 F 60 C in the main wash This option adds heat and wash time Heating the water helps improve washing results NO...

Page 12: ... recommendations before washing Antique hand painted or over the glaze patterns may fade Gold leaf can discolor or fade Crystal Yes Check manufacturer s recommendations before washing Some types of leaded crystal can etch with repeated washing Gold No Gold colored flatware will discolor Glass Yes Milk glass yellows with repeated dishwasher washing Hollow Handle Knives No Handles of some knives are...

Page 13: ...er Storing for the summer Protect your dishwasher during the summer months by turning off the water supply and power supply to the dishwasher Winterizing your dishwasher Protect your dishwasher and home against water damage due to freezing water lines If your dishwasher is left in a seasonal dwelling or could be exposed to near freezing temperatures have your dishwasher winterized by authorized se...

Page 14: ...occasional use only Vinegar is an acid and using it too often could damage your dishwasher 1 Wash and rinse dishes Use an air dry or an energy saving dry option Remove all silverware or metal items 2 Put 2 cups 500 mL white vinegar in a glass or dishwasher safe measuring cup on the bottom rack 3 Run the dishwasher through a complete washing cycle using an air dry or an energy saving dry option Do ...

Page 15: ... parts FSP parts will fit right and work right because they are made with the same precision used to build every new KIRKLAND SIGNATURE appliance by Whirlpool Corporation To locate FSP factory specified parts in your area call our Customer Interaction Center telephone number or your nearest designated service center Call the Whirlpool Customer Interaction Center toll free 1 800 253 1301 Our consul...

Page 16: ...gned to be repaired in the home 6 Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance 7 In Canada travel or transportation expenses for customers who reside in remote areas 8 Any labor costs during the limited warranty period WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation...

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