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Page 1: ...07 6777 Have your complete model and serial number ready You can find your model and serial number on the label located near the door on the right hand or left hand side of the dishwasher interior Para obtener acceso a lnstrucciones para el usuario de la lavavajillas en espaSol o para obtener informaci6n adicional acerca de su producto visite www kitchenaid com Tenga listo su n0mero completo de mo...

Page 2: ...them out of the reach of children When loading items to be washed 1 Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal and 2 Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of cut type injuries Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked dishwasher safe or the equivalent For plastic items not so marked check the manufacturer s recommendations Do not touch the heat...

Page 3: ...shwasher is properly grounded Do not modify the plug provided with the dishwasher if it will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician For a permanently connected dishwasher The dishwasher must be connected to a grounded metal permanent wiring system or an equipment grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment groundi...

Page 4: ...aning Heating element Rinse aid dispenser reduces spotting and improves drying Detergentdispenser rlq 1 _1 EQ Filtration System removes soil from water and improves cleaning action Active vents on some models Control panel Premium top rack adjusters Culinary tool racld3rd level rack on some models Flexible fold down tines on some models Cup shelves with stemware holder Upper spray arm TOP RACK Rac...

Page 5: ... with the Heat Dry or ProDry TM option will provide best drying and avoid excessive moisture in the dishwasher interior When the ProScrub option is selected it provides a concentrated wash on the back of the lower dish rack for hard to clean dishes Place these dishes with the soiled surface of the dish toward the ProScrub spray jets in the lower rack of the dishwasher Press START RESUME every time...

Page 6: ...an cause dishes to be chipped or damaged When loading glasses or mugs it is best to load these items in between rows of tines instead of loading them over tines as shown in the image above When loading silverware always place sharp items pointing down Mix items in each section of the basket with some pointing up and some down to avoid nesting Spray cannot reach nested items STEP 2 Add Detergent NO...

Page 7: ...ther using your fingers or inserting a flat blade screwdriver into the center of the arrow and turning Lock Refill _ turn to lock STEP 3 Select a Cycle cycles vary by model See Cycle and Option Descriptions charts in the following section Efficient dishwashers run longer to save water and energy just as driving a car slower saves on gas Typical cycle time is approximately 21 2hours but can take le...

Page 8: ...ct the I I I I Heat Dry or ProDryTM option to speed drying times add I approximately 27 to 35 minutes to the 1 Hour Wash I cycle I I I Use for rinsing dishes glasses and silverware that will All soil levels 17 20 2 4 9 0 not be washed right away Do not use detergent Wash times depend on water temperature heavy soil condition dish load size and options selected Adding options will add time to the c...

Page 9: ...es with heat Available with any This option with the use of cycle except Rinse rinse aid will provide the Only best drying performance Plastic items are less likely to deform when loaded in the top rack Turn Heat Dry off for an air dry Slightly faster wash for smaller loads out of the 7 30 52 Runs the dishwasher at a Availablewth any later time or during off cycle peak electrical hours Select a wa...

Page 10: ...ub button foi3 seconds to turn the audible tones on or off tones on or off Only audible tones for confirming button presses can be turned on off Important audible tones such as indicating a cyc e has been interrupted cann0t be deactivated t eedback CONTROL PURPOSE COMMENTS w iiillDII _ c _il i iz i The Cycle Status indicator clean indicatoi glows when a CYcle is finished Lghtsareusedtofo owthe If ...

Page 11: ...l rack NOTE If your silverware _ does not into the designated slots flip the i_ covers up and push them _ _j _ down into the basket _ _ s _ D _ N iS 71_ _ lib 7L _7 t_3Cq I_ i d _ F 7 NOTE You must select the ProScrub option to use this feature Make sure items do not interfere with the water feed tube spray arms or ProScrub spray jets Keep the last tine row in the back of the lower rack in the 60 ...

Page 12: ... the top rack from the dishwasher To remove the rack To gain access to the removable tabs on the tracks rails pull the upper rack forward about halfway out of the tub On one side press the tab on the track in and pull up the front end of the rack out of the track Then repeat this step on the other side to completely remove the front end of the rack Then remove the back end of the rack by pulling t...

Page 13: ...ltration This triple filtration system minimizes sound and optimizes water and energy conservation while providing superior cleaning performance Throughout the life of your dishwasher the filter will require maintenance to sustain peak cleaning performance The triple filter system consists of 2 parts an upper filter assembly and a lower filter The upper filter assembly keeps oversized items and fo...

Page 14: ...g pad etc as they may damage the filters Rinse filter under running water until most soils are removed If you have hard to remove soils or calcium deposits from hard water a soft brush may be required energy that you would have used to prepare your dishes This Filter Reinstallation Instructions 1 Noting the previous illustrations place the lower filter under the locating tabs in the bottom of the ...

Page 15: ... Air Gap Some state or local plumbing codes require the addition of a drain air gap between a built in dishwasher and the home drain system Check the drain air gap when your dishwasher is not draining well The drain air gap is usually located on top of the sink or countertop near the dishwasher NOTE The drain air gap is an external plumbing device that is not part of your dishwasher The warranty p...

Page 16: ...e to the cycle See Cycles and Options Descriptions section The ProDry TM or Heat Dry option adds approximately 1 2 hour Try the 1 Hour Wash cycle Run the hot water at a faucet close to the dishwasher before starting the cycle NOTE Plastic and items with nonstick surfaces are difficult to dry because they have a porous surface which tends to collect water droplets Towel drying may be necessary Use ...

Page 17: ...nt or hand soap Not replacing the rinse aid dispenser cap after filling or refilling the rinse aid Using an excessive amount of dishwasher detergent Call for service If no water was present in the machine at any time during a heated wash cycle the cycle will end and the Clean LED will not come on See Will Not Fill in the Troubleshooting section DID NOT SANITIZE If the sanitized light is blinking t...

Page 18: ...xisted when this major appliance was purchased stainless steel tub and inner door liner ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY This limited warranty does not cover 1 Replacement parts or repair labor if this major appliance is used for other than normal single family household use or when it is used in a manner that is inconsistent to published user or operator instructions and or installation instructions ...

Page 19: ...tchenAid at the number below Have your complete model number ready You can find your model and serial number on the label located near the door on the right hand or left hand side of the dishwasher interior For assistance or service in the U S A call 1 800 422 1230 In Canada call 1 800 807 6777 If you need further assistance you can write to KitchenAid with any questions or concerns at the address...

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