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Loading Top Rack

The top rack is designed for cups, glasses, and smaller items. 
(See recommended loading patterns shown.)

NOTE:

 The features on your dishwasher rack may vary from the 

drawings shown.

Do not cover third level spray. See arrow.

Place items so open ends face down for cleaning and 
draining.

Load glasses and cups in top rack only. The bottom rack is 
not designed for glasses and cups. Damage can occur.

Place cups and glasses in the rows between prongs. Placing 
them over the prongs can lead to breakage.

To avoid chipping, do not let stemware touch other items.

China, crystal, and other delicate items must not touch each 
other during dishwasher operation. Damage can occur.

Wedge lightweight items against one another or overlap them 
with heavier dishes.

Load plastic items securely in the top rack only. Wash only 
plastic items marked “dishwasher safe.”

Small bowls, pans, and other utensils can be placed in the 
top rack.

Load bowls in the center section for best stability.

Extra-capacity fold-down shelves

Fold down the extra shelf on the right-hand side of the top rack 
to hold additional cups, or long items such as utensils and 
spatulas.

Adjustable 3-position top rack (on some models)

You can raise or lower the top rack to fit tall items in either the top 
or bottom rack. Two adjusters are located on each side of the top 
rack. Each adjuster has 3 preset positions. The high and low 
positions are marked on the adjuster.

To adjust the top rack

1.

Hold the top rack with one hand near the adjuster.

2.

With the other hand, pull out the top of the adjuster.

3.

Raise or lower the rack to one of the preset positions.

4.

Release the adjuster.

Repeat the steps for the remaining adjusters as needed. The 4 
adjusters can be raised or lowered separately or together. The 
top rack does not have to be level.

Loading Bottom Rack

The bottom rack is designed for plates, pans, casseroles, and 
utensils. Items with cooked-on or dried-on food should be loaded 
with soiled surfaces facing inward to the spray. (See 
recommended loading patterns shown.)

NOTE:

 The features on your dishwasher rack may vary from the 

drawings shown.

Do not cover spray tower. See arrow.

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 of plates for large loads.

Cup and glass load

Mixed load

Mixed load

Summary of Contents for SUD5100

Page 1: ...UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER Use CareGuide Table of Contents 2 3385536 Model SUD5100 ...

Page 2: ...rware Basket 8 DISHWASHER USE 8 Detergent Dispenser 8 Rinse Aid Dispenser 9 Dishwasher Efficiency Tips 9 Cycle Selection Charts 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 13 Drain Air Gap 13 Storing 13 TROUBLESH...

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: ...able 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 ground wi...

Page 5: ...le 6 Heating element 7 Water inlet opening in tub wall 8 Rack bumper 9 Vent 10 Top rack 11 Extra capacity fold down shelves 12 Spray tower 13 Model and serial number label 14 Lower spray arm 15 Silverware basket 16 Overfill protection float 17 Detergent dispensers 18 Rinse aid dispenser 1 3 5 7 8 9 10 12 13 14 15 16 17 4 18 6 2 11 ...

Page 6: ...m 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 eggshells enter the wash module you might hear chopping grinding crunching or buzzing sounds These sounds are normal when hard...

Page 7: ...uch as utensils and spatulas Adjustable 3 position top rack on some models You can raise or lower the top rack to fit tall items in either the top or bottom rack Two adjusters are located on each side of the top rack Each adjuster has 3 preset positions The high and low positions are marked on the adjuster To adjust the top rack 1 Hold the top rack with one hand near the adjuster 2 With the other ...

Page 8: ...ash section automatically empties detergent into the dishwasher during the main wash See the Cycle Selection Charts Use automatic dishwashing detergent only Other detergents can produce excessive suds that can overflow out of the dishwasher and reduce washing performance Add detergent just before starting cycle Store tightly closed detergent in a cool dry place Fresh automatic dishwasher detergent...

Page 9: ...r from the dishwasher it may be necessary to run the hot water at the faucet closest to the dishwasher to minimize the amount of cold water in the water line To check water temperature 1 Run hot water at the faucet closest 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...

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: ...xample 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 NOT...

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: ...y the manufacturer With most types you lift off the chrome cover Unscrew the plastic cap Then check for any soil buildup Clean if necessary Storing 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 ...

Page 14: ...o low NOTE To remove spots and film from dishes try a white vinegar rinse This procedure is intended for 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 ...

Page 15: ... used to build every new KIRKLAND SIGNATURE appliance by Whirlpool Corporation To locate factory specified parts in your area call our Customer Interaction Center telephone number or your nearest designated service center Call the Costco Support Line for KIRKLAND SIGNATURE appliances by Whirlpool Corporation toll free 1 866 403 5448 Our consultants provide assistance with Features and specificatio...

Page 16: ...y This product is designed to be repaired in the home 6 Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance 7 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 of incidental or consequential damages so this exclusion or limi...

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