KitchenAid Kuds30ixbl 4 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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Parts and Features
BOTTOM RACK
TOP RACK
Upper level wash
Water inlet opening 
Heating element
Detergent dispenser Water feed tube
Lower spray arm
Overfill protection float
Control panel
Flexible fold-down tines
(on some models)Cup shelves with
 stemware holder
(on some models)
Silverware basket Upper spray arm
Flexible fold-down tines Active vents 
(on some models)
Rinse aid dispenser reduces spotting
and improves drying.
Culinary Caddy ®
Utensil Baset
(on some models)
Rack handle Premium top rack...

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Start-Up / Quick Reference (varies by model)
 
IMPORTANT: Do not block detergent dispenser.
Tall items placed in the lower 
rack may block the dispenser 
door. Cookie sheets and 
cutting boards loaded on the 
left-hand side of the 
dishwasher can easily block 
the dispenser. If detergent is 
inside of the dispenser or on 
the bottom of the tub after the 
cycle is complete, the 
dispenser was blocked. 
Drying - Rinse Aid is essential.
You must use a drying agent 
such as a rinse aid for good 
drying...

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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 door 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 food....

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■The amount of detergent to use depends on: 
How much soil remains on the items - Heavily soiled loads 
require more detergent.
The hardness of the water - If you use too little in hard water, 
dishes wont be clean. If you use too much in soft water, 
glassware will etch.
Soft to Medium Water (0-6 grains per U.S. gallon) 
[typical water softener water and some city water] 
Medium to Hard Water (7-12 grains per U.S. gallon)
[well water and some city water]
■Depending on your water hardness, fill the...

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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. 
Wash times depend on water temperature, heavy soil condition, dish load size and options selected. Adding options will add time to the 
cycle.
   *Adding options will add time to the cycle. See Options information section.
 **This is the approximate cycle time obtained with 120°F (49°C) hot water available at the dishwasher. Increase in time results from...

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OPTION SELECTIONS
OPTIONS CAN BE 
SELECTED WITHWHAT IT DOES ADDED TIME TO 
CYCLEADDED 
WATER 
GALLONS 
(LITERS) TYPICAL MAX
Cleans pans, casseroles, 
etc., with tough food soil to 
eliminate the need for 
soaking and scrubbing of 
dirty, baked-on dishes. Heavy Duty
Normal WashActivates the 
ProScrub® spray 
jets to provide 
intensified cleaning 
power to items at 
the back of the 
lower rack.45850 - 1.6
(0 - 6)
Raises the main wash 
temperature to improve 
cleaning for loads 
containing tough,...

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Dishwasher Feedback Section
Canceling A Cycle
1.Press and hold the Cancel/Drain button once. The Cancel/ 
Drain light will turn on. If the Cancel/Drain button is located on 
the top of the door, open the door slightly to stop the cycle. 
Wait for the spraying action to stop before completely opening 
the door. Press and hold the Cancel/Drain button once.
2.Close the door and the dishwasher starts a drain cycle (if water 
remains in bottom of dishwasher). Let the dishwasher drain 
completely. The...

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Dishwasher Features
Your KitchenAid dishwasher may have some or all of these features. 
ProScrub® Option Wash Area
The ProScrub® option wash area is located at the back of the lower 
level rack.
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° 
angled position when using the ProScrub® option.
■Load pans, casserole dishes,...