KitchenAid 2 Drawer Dishwasher Manual

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We hold our company to the highest quality standards, and it is important to us that you have a positive experience owning a 
KitchenAid
® product. 
For your convenience, we have provided an easy to follow User Instruction Book. These instructions include a “Troubleshooting” 
section to help you through any problems you may encounter. 
For additional information, you can visit the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section of our website at...

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: When using the dishwasher, follow basic precautions, including the following: 
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
■  Read all instructions before using the dishwasher.
■  Use the dishwasher only for its intended function.
■  Use only detergents or rinse agents recommended for use in 
a dishwasher, and keep 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...

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Quick Steps
Dishwasher Use
Prepare and Load the Dishwasher
IMPORTANT: Remove 
leftover food, bones, 
toothpicks and other 
hard items from the 
dishes. Remove labels 
from containers before 
washing. 
■Make sure that when the dishwasher drawer is closed no items 
are blocking the detergent dispenser.
■Items should be loaded with soiled surfaces facing down and 
inward to the spray as shown. This will improve cleaning and 
drying results. 
■Avoid overlapping items like bowls or plates that may trap...

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■Depending on your water hardness, fill the Main Wash section 
of the dispenser as shown. Fill the Pre-Wash section to the 
level shown, if needed. 
NOTE: Fill amounts shown are for 
standard powdered detergent. 
Follow instructions on the 
package when using other 
dishwasher detergent. 
■Powdered detergent is recommended for use in the drawer 
dishwasher.
Add Rinse Aid
■Your dishwasher is designed to use rinse aid for good drying 
performance. Without rinse aid, your dishes and dishwasher 
interior...

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Cycle and Option Descriptions
This information covers several different models. Your dishwasher may not have all of the cycles and options described. 
You can customize your cycle by selecting an option. 
See option selections. If you change your mind, press the option again to turn off the option, or select a different option. You can change 
an option anytime before the selected option begins.
*Maximum wash times depend on water temperature, heavy soil condition, dish load size and options selected....

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IMPORTANT: The sensor in your dishwasher monitors the soil level. Cycle time and/or water usage can vary as the sensor adjusts the 
cycle for the best wash performance. If the incoming water is less than the recommended temperature or food soils are heavy, the cycle 
will automatically compensate by adding time, heat and water as needed.
 
OPTION SELECTIONS
OPTIONS DISH LOAD TYPES DESCRIPTIONS USE WITH: 
For best drying results, dry 
dishes with heat.This option with the use of rinse aid will provide...

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Dishwasher Features
Your KitchenAid dishwasher may have some or all of these features. 
SURE-HOLD®  Small Items Mesh Pouch
This pouch hangs on the rack. Use it to hold small items that could 
otherwise “fly” around inside the dishwasher during a cycle.
SURE-HOLD® Cup and Stemware Holder
Fold down the extra shelf on the left-hand or right-hand side of the 
rack to hold additional cups, stemware or long items such as 
utensils and spatulas.
SURE-HOLD® Light Item Clips
The light item clips hold...

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NOTE: A rinse aid dispenser level of “0” disables the Rinse-Aid 
Low indicator light.
To exit the Rinse Aid Adjustment Mode:
Press any key other than High Temp Scrub to exit the Rinse Aid 
Adjustment Mode.
Tone Option Adjustment Mode
1.Press and hold the High Temp Scrub option pad for 
3 seconds. A tone will sound to indicate you have entered the 
Tone Option Adjustment Mode. 
2.To change the tone options, press the 4-Hour Delay option 
pad. 
3.Each press of the 4-Hour Delay pad will move through each...

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■Odor in the dishwasher
Are dishes washed only every 2 or 3 days? Run a rinse cycle 
once or twice a day until you have a full load.
Does the drawer have a new plastic smell? Run a vinegar rinse 
as described in “Spotting and filming on dishes.”
Dishes do not dry completely
■Dishes do not dry completely 
Did you use a rinse aid? Your dishwasher is designed to use 
rinse aid for good drying performance. Without rinse aid your 
dishes and dishwasher interior will have excessive moisture.
■Dishes are not...

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KITCHENAID® DISHWASHER WARRANTY
TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
For two years from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or 
furnished with the product, KitchenAid or KitchenAid Canada (hereafter “KitchenAid”) will pay for factory specified parts and repair labor 
to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a KitchenAid designated service company.
THIRD THROUGH FIFTH YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON CERTAIN...