KitchenAid 8269909, Use & Care Manual

Page 1: ...tallation and ser_ce call 1 800 807 6777 or visit our website at www kitcheneid com or www kitehenaid com canada P LAVE VAISSELLE ENCASTRE Au Canada pour assistance compesez le 1 800 461 5681 pour install_ion ou service composez le 1 800 807 6777 ou visitez notre site web www kitchenaid comlcanada Table of Contents Table des matieres 2 FOR THE WAY IT S MADE e Model Modble KUDS01FK 8269909 ...

Page 2: ...te DU LAVE VAISSELLE 21 Avant d utiliser le lave vaisselle 22 PIC CES ET CARACTERISTIQUES 23 GUIDE DE VISE EN MARCHE 24 Utilisation de votre nouveau lave vaisselle 24 CHARGEMENT DU LAVE VAISSELLE 24 Suggestions de ehargement 24 Chargement du panier sup6rieur 25 Chargement du panier inf_fieur 26 Chargement du panier couverts 28 UTILISATION DU LAVE VAISSELLE 28 Distributeur de detergent 28 Distribut...

Page 3: ...he 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 heating element d...

Page 4: ... conductor can result in a risk of electric shock Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in doubt whether the dishwasher 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...

Page 5: ... 7 FLEXI FLIP AWAY TM tines 8 4 way HYDRO SWEEP TM spray arm 9 Bottom rack 10 Detergent dispenser 11 Vent system 12 SURE HOLD TM utility shelf two 13 Top rack 14 FLEXI SPLIT TM divided tines 15 SURE HOLD TM light item clips 16 Middle spray arm 17 Silverware basket 18 CULINARY CADDY TM utensil basket 19 Overfill protection float 20 Heating element 21 SURE HOLD TM mesh sack 22 Rinse aid dispenser 23...

Page 6: ...ash module removes food particles from the water The module contains a chopping device which will reduce the size of food items NOTE If hard items such as fruit seeds nuts and egg shells enter the wash module you might hear chopping grinding crunching or buzzing sounds These sounds are normal when hard items enter the module Do not let metallic items such as pot handle screws get into the wash mod...

Page 7: ...extra shelf on the left or right side of the top rack to hold additional cups stemware or long items such as utensils and spatulas FLEXI SPLIT TM divided _nes The row of tines on the right side of the top rack can be adjusted to make room for a variety of dishes China crystal and other delicate items must not touch each other during dishwasher operation Damage may occur Load plastic items in the t...

Page 8: ...n 23 cm in the top rack and 13 in 33 cm in the bottom rack or lower the top rack to accommodate items up to 11 in 28 cm in both the top and bottom racks Adjusters are located on each side of the top rack To raise the top rack Lift the rack on either or both sides until the rack is level NOTE The top rack adjusters MUST be level To lower the top rack Press both rack adjusters and slide the rack bac...

Page 9: ... rack in the right corner Load the basket while it is on the bottom rack or remove the basket for loading on a counter or table NOTE Spin the spray arms Be sure items in the basket do not stop the rotation of the spray arms FLEXI FLIP AWAY TM tines You can flip up all or part of the row of V shaped flexible tines at the back of the bottom rack This is useful when washing a variety of dishes pots a...

Page 10: ... Water hardness can change over a period of time Find out your water s hardness by asking your local water department water softener company or county extension agent You can order a water hardness test strip In the U S A call the Customer Interaction Center at 1 800 422 1230 and ask for Part Number 4171690 a Different brands of dishwasher detergent have different amounts of phosphorus for softeni...

Page 11: ... Clean up any spilled rinse aid with a damp cloth 5 Close the cover NOTE The cover latch clicks when the cover is closed and latched Rinse aid setting The amount of rinse aid released into the final wash can be adjusted The factory setting is at 2 For most water conditions set the adjuster to 1 or 2 If there are rings or calcium hard water spots on dishes try a higher setting To adjust the setting...

Page 12: ...ons Use both detergent dispenser sections Soil Pre Main Rinse Rinse Final Dry Time Water Level Wash Wash Heated min Usage Sensed Rinse gal L g8 8 8 Heavy 130 F 145 F 160 F 10 4 54 C 63 C 71 C 33 39 91 6 9126 Light 130 F 145 F 160 F s4 c 630c Ttoc Use this cycle for loads with normal amounts of food soil The energy usage label is based on this cycle Use both detergent dispenser sections Soil Pre Ma...

Page 13: ...a different option if desired You can change an option anytime before the selected option begins For example you can press an unheated drying option any time before drying begins Press Start to repeat the same cycle and options as the previous wash cycle NOTE If the last cycle you completed was a rinse cycle when you press Start the dishwasher runs the last full wash cycle and options Hi Temp Scru...

Page 14: ...vents bones pits and other large objects from entering the pump system NOTE Periodically check the coarse strainer and remove any objects on the strainer How the sensor adjusts the cycle While the dishwasher is sensing it may perform a series of short drains and fills skimming off small amounts of soils and dirty water These are simultaneously replaced with clean water This removes trapped food pa...

Page 15: ...ents Plastics Yes 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 Yes Silver Plate Run a rinse cy...

Page 16: ...er will not fill Is the overfill protection float able to move up and down freely Press down to release Dishwasher seems to run too long Is the water supplied to the dishwasher hot enough The dishwasher runs longer while heating water Refer to the Dishwasher Efficiency Tips section A delay automatically occurs in some wash and rinse cycles until the water reaches the proper temperature Water remai...

Page 17: ... not be possible to prevent the problem except by hand washing To slow this process use a minimum amount of detergent but not less than 1 tb 15 g per load Use a liquid rinse aid and underload the dishwasher to allow thorough rinsing Silica film and etching are permanent and cannot be removed Do not use heated drying White spots on cookware with non stick finish Has the dishwasher detergent removed...

Page 18: ...errals to local dealers repair parts distributors and service companies KitchenAid designated service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate the KitchenAid designated service company in your area you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages For further assistance If you need further assistance...

Page 19: ...on or installation not in accordance with local electrical and plumbing codes or the use of products not approved by KitchenAid 4 Any labor costs during the limited warranty 5 Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the United States or Canada 6 Pickup and delivery This product is designed to be repaired in the home 7 Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthoriz...

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Page 21: ...ue d6posee TM Marque de commerce de KitehenAid U S A Emploi licencie par KitchenAid Canada Imprim_ aux _ U As an ENERGY STAR_ partner KitchenAid has determine_ that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficier_y A t_re de partenaire ENERGY STAR_ KitchenAid au Canada a dbtermine que ce produit sat_fa_ aux directives d efficac_e energ_tique ENERGY STAR_ ...