llitchen_lkid UNDERCOUNTER For questions In Canada, about features, call for assistance operation/performance, pour assistance composez DISHWASHER parts accessories or service, call: 1-800422-1230 1-800-461-5681, for installation and service, call: 1-800-807-6777 www, kitchenaid,com or www.kitchenaid.com/canada LAVE-VAISSELLE Au Canada, _ le 1-800-461-5681, _ at.. ENCASTRE pour installation ou service www.kitchenaid.
TABLE OF CONTENTS DISHWASHER SAFETY ................................................... LA SI_CURITle DU LAVE-VAISSELLE ............................ Avantd'ut sere ave-vasse e ............................ 20 21 .................................................. 5 pII=CES 22 GUIDE ............................................................... 6 GUIDE DE MISE EN MARCHE ........................................ 23 Utifisation de votre nouveau lave-vaisselle ................................
DISHWASHER SAFETY 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 symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or This is themessages safety alertwillsymbol. "WARNING.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS For a grounded, cord-connected dishwasher: The dishwasher must be grounded. In the event of a r'nalfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. The dishwasher is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
PARTS AND FEATURES I IIIF 11 2 12 3 13 4 14 5 15 6 16 17 10 1. Upper spray arm 2. Top rack 3. SATINGLIDETM upper rack track 4. FLEXI-FOLD DOWN TM flexible tines 5. Model and serial number label 6. Water inlet opening [in tub wall] 4-way HYDRO SWEEP TM spray arm 8. Bottom rack 12. Middle spray arm 13. Silverware basket 14. CULINARY CADDY 7. 9. Detergent dispenser 10. Vent 11. FLEXI-FOLD DOWN flexible tines TM utensil basket 15. Overfill protection float 16. Heating element 17.
START-UP GUIDE DISHWASHER LOADING Before using your dishwasher, remove all packaging materials. Read this entire Use and Care Guide. You will find important safety information and useful operating tips. 1, Scrape large food soil and hard items (toothpicks from dishes, 2. Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks and other hard items from the dishes. To conserve water, energy and save time it is not necessary to rinse dishes before putting them in the dishwasher.
FLEXI-FOLD Thetoprackisdesigned forcups,glasses, andsmaller items. Manyitems,upto9 in(22cm),fitinthetoprack,(See recommended loading patterns shown.) NOTE: Thefeatures onyourdishwasher rackmayvaryfromthe drawings shown. DOWN TM flexible tines The row of tines on the (eft and right sides of the top rack can be adjusted to make room for a variety of dishes, To adjust the Flexible tines 10 place setting 1. Grasp the tip of the tine that is in the tine holder. 2.
• Load soup, cereal, and serving bow_s in the rack in a vadety of ways depending upon their size and shape. Load bowls securely between the rows of tines. Do not nest bowls because the spray will not reach all surfaces. CULINARY CADDY TM utensil basket Use the Utensil basket to hold specialty cooking utensils (wooden spoons, spatulas, and similar items), or overflow silverware items. iI Utensi_load • The basket hangs on the bottom rack in the right corner.
DISHWASHER (:_ _ _ !_i i _¸'i USE _ _i:_ _ The detergent dispenser has 2 sections. The smaller Pre-Wash section empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close the door. 2 _ _ 1. Cover latch 2. Main wash section 3. Pre-wash section 4. Cover The larger Main Wash section automatically empties detergent into the dishwasher during the wash. (See the "Cycle Selection Chart.") How much detergent to use.
Rinse aids prevent water from forming droplets that can dry as spots or streaks. They also improve drying by allowing water to drain off of the dishes during the final rinse by releasing a small amount of the rinse aid into the rinse water. Your dishwasher is designed to use a liquid rinse aid, Do not use a solid or bar-type. Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing detergent. Hot water also dissolves grease on dishes and helps glasses dry spot-free.
Select the wash cycle and options desired. Or press START to repeat the same cycle and options as the previous cycle. Only NOTE: If the last cycle you completed was a rinse cycle, the dishwasher will run the last full wash cycle and options that you selected when you press Start. • If the power is off or the door is open for an extended period of time, the Start button memory will default to the Normal cycle with heated drying.
NOTES: • You can add an item anytime before the main wash starts. Open the door and check the detergent dispenser. If the cover is still closed, you can add items. To add items 1. Lift up the door latch to stop the cycle. Wait for the spraying action to stop before opening the door. 2. Open the doon If the detergent dispenser cover is still closed, add the item, 3. Close the door firmly until it latches. The dishwasher resumes the cycle after about a 5 second pause.
The five-level wash system provides excellent cleaning results. Four levels of filtration, and a soil collector system, filter the wash water and prevent food particles from redepositing on the clean dishes. • The wash water continuously filter, trapping food particles. flows through the Ultra-Fine WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS If you have doubts about washing a particular item, check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe.
Material Dishwasher Plastics Yes Safe?/Comments Always check manufacturer's recommendations before washing, Plastics vary in their capacity to withstand high temperatures and detergents, Load plastics in top rack only. Stainless Steel Yes Run a rinse cycle if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact with food containing salt, vinegar, milk products, or fruit juice can damage finish. Sterling Silver or Silver Plate Tin Yes Run a rinse cycle if not washing immediately.
TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested the cost of a service call... Dishwasher • Dishwasher is not operating Dishes are not completely a here and possibly avoid Is the water temperature too low? If needed, turn home water heater up to ensure water entering dishwasher is at least 120°F (49°C). Refer to the "Dishwasher Efficiency Tips" section.
3. Run the dishwasher through a complete washing cycle using an air-dry or an energy saving dry option• Do not use detergent. Vinegar will mix with the wash water• Silica film or etching (silica film is a milky, rainbowcolored deposit; etching is a cloudy film) Dishes are damaged • • White spots on cookware with non-stick finish Has the dishwasher detergent removed cookware seasoning? Reseason cookware after washing in the dishwasher.
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Call the KitchenAid Canada Customer Interaction Center toll free: 1-800-461-5681 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. (EST) Our consultants provide assistance with: Before calling for assistance or service, please check "Troubleshooting." It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. • Features and specifications • Referrals to local dealers.
KITCHENAID ®DISHWASHER WARRANTY ONE-YEAR FULL WARRANTY For one year from the date of installation, when this dishwasher is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, KitchenAid will pay for replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a KitchenAid designated service company.
