501970902004_GB 26-07-2007 9:14 Pagina 1 KDIX 8810 Instructions for use
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501970902004_GB 26-07-2007 9:14 Pagina 3 Dishwasher safety 4 Before using your dishwasher 5 Precautions and general recommendations 6 Parts and features 7 How to run the scale removal cycle 8 How to test ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) 8 Start-up guide 9 Dishwasher loading 10 Washing special items 13 Rinse aid dispenser 14 Detergent use 15 Cycle selection charts 16 Dishwasher care 17 Troubleshooting 19 Assistance or service 21
501970902004_GB 26-07-2007 9:14 Pagina 4 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 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 the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.
01970902004_GB 26-07-2007 9:14 Pagina 5 Before using your dishwasher 1. Removing the packaging and controls: • After unpacking, make sure that the dishwasher is undamaged and that the door closes correctly. If in doubt, contact a qualified technician or your local retailer. • Keep the packaging materials (plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc.) out of reach of children, as they are potentially dangerous. • This dishwasher has been factory tested to ensure it functions correctly.
501970902004_GB 26-07-2007 9:14 Pagina 6 Precautions and general recommendations 1. Packing: • The packing box may be fully recycled as confirmed by the recycling symbol . 2. Energy and water saving tips: • Do not rinse crockery under running water. • Always fully load the dishwasher before switching on.
501970902004_GB 26-07-2007 9:14 Pagina 7 Parts and features 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Large rack insert Fold-down cup shelf Spray arm Drain air gap Fill air gap Water inlet opening 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. Control panel Model and serial number label Drain screen basket Drain stopper Drain fine screen Medium rack insert Cutlery basket Control Panel 7 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19.
501970902004_GB 26-07-2007 9:14 Pagina 8 How to run the scale removal cycle Starting scale removal cycle It is important to run the scale removal cycle where the appliance is used in areas of hard or very hard water. An LED (shown below) will light up to remind you to run the scale removal cycle every 30 cycles. There is variety of products which could be used to remove scale, dirt and grease (f.e. Calgonit). Please follow the detergent manufacturer’s instructions.
501970902004_GB 26-07-2007 9:14 Pagina 9 Start-up guide 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. 7. Press the desired cycle and option selections on the top of the dishwasher opening. Using Dishwasher 1. Rinse aid is essential for good drying. Be sure to fill the dispenser before you use your new dishwasher. Each filling will last about 1 to 3 months depending on your usage.
501970902004_GB 26-07-2007 9:14 Pagina 10 Dishwasher loading LOADING SUGGESTIONS • Remove leftover foods, 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 into the dishwasher. • It is important for the water spray to reach all soiled surfaces. • Load dishes so they are not stacked or overlapping if possible. For best drying results, water must be able to drain from all surfaces.
501970902004_GB 26-07-2007 9:14 Pagina 11 Dishwasher loading Removable Rack Inserts The large, medium and small removable rack inserts (see “Parts and Features” section) allows you to adjust the rack depending on the type of load you are washing. You can remove, or move the inserts to customize the rack for a particular load. This is useful when washing a variety of dishes, pots and pans or roasting tins. To remove insert Lift up on insert handle and lift insert out of rack.
501970902004_GB 26-07-2007 9:14 Pagina 12 Dishwasher loading • Items small enough to pass through the coarse strainer are caught in the drain screen basket. • The wash water continuously flows through the drain fine screen filter, trapping food particles. • Two water jets, located under the spray arm, remove the food particles from the Drain fine screen filter.
501970902004_GB 26-07-2007 9:14 Pagina 13 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 safe?/Comments Aluminium Yes High water temperature and detergents can affect finish of anodized aluminium. Disposable Aluminium No Do not wash throwaway aluminium pans in the dishwasher. These might shift during washing and transfer black marks to dishes and other items.
501970902004_GB 26-07-2007 9:14 Pagina 14 Rinse aid dispenser Rinse aids prevent water from forming small 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. If you use “4 in 1” tablets (with rinse aid) do not fill rinse aid dispenser. 3.
501970902004_GB 26-07-2007 9:14 Pagina 15 Detergent use The detergent cup, located on the inside of the dishwasher lid, empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close the lid. Water Hardness Amount of Detergent Soft to Medium Hard Water 0 to 6 grains per gallon (0 to 5,75° n) For normally-soiled loads • Add 2 tsp or 10g For heavily-soiled loads • Use dishwashing detergent only.
501970902004_GB 26-07-2007 9:14 Pagina 16 Cycle selection charts Select the wash cycle and option desired or press Start pad to repeat the same cycle and option as the previous cycle. NOTE: If the last cycle you completed was a rinse cycle, the dishwasher will run the last full wash cycle and option that you selected when you press the Start pad. A “•“shows what steps are in each cycle. Temperatures indicate where extra heat is added. Water usage is shown in litres. Cycle time includes drying time.
501970902004_GB 26-07-2007 9:14 Pagina 17 Dishwasher care CLEANING Before cleaning or carrying out maintenance, switch off the appliance, disconnecting the mains plug and turn off the water tap. 2. Insert the drain screen basket into the opening and turn to the right slightly until it locks into position. 3. Install the drain stopper assembly until it drops into position and turn one-quarter turn clockwise to lock into place.
501970902004_GB 26-07-2007 9:14 Pagina 18 Dishwasher care To clean the interior Make a paste with powdered dishwasher detergent on a damp sponge and clean. OR Use liquid automatic dishwasher detergent and clean with a damp sponge. OR See the vinegar rinse procedure in “Spotting and filming on dishes” in “Troubleshooting.” NOTE: Run a Normal cycle with detergent after cleaning the interior. To clean the drain air gap Clean the drain air gap periodically to ensure proper drainage of your dishwasher.
501970902004_GB 26-07-2007 9:14 Pagina 19 Troubleshooting First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid the cost of a service call... DISHES ARE NOT COMPLETELY CLEAN Food soil left on the dishes • Is the dishwasher loaded correctly? Refer to the “Dishwasher Loading” section. • Is the water temperature too low? For best dishwashing results, water should be 49°C (120°F) as it enters the dishwasher.
501970902004_GB 26-07-2007 9:14 Pagina 20 Troubleshooting Silica film or etching (silica film is a milky, rainbow-coloured deposit; etching is a cloudy film) Sometimes there is a water/chemical reaction with certain types of glassware. This is usually caused by some combination of soft or softened water, alkaline washing solutions, insufficient rinsing, overloading the dishwasher and the heat of drying. It might not be possible to prevent the problem, except by hand washing.
501970902004_GB 26-07-2007 9:14 Pagina 21 Assistance or service Our consultants provide assistance with: • Features and specifications on our full line of appliances. • Installation information. • Use and maintenance procedures. • Accessory and repair parts sales. • Specialised customer assistance. • Referrals to local dealers, repair parts distributors and service companies. KitchenAid designated service technicians are trained to fulfil the product warranty and provide afterwarranty service.
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