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User Guide

Dishwasher

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In an effort to conserve natural resources, this dishwasher includes a condensed User Guide. Complete User Instructions can be downloaded 

at 

www.kitchenaid.com/customer-service/manuals

.

For future reference, please make a note of your product model and serial numbers. These can be located on  

a label in the tub along the left outer edge. 
Model Number________________________________ Serial Number______________________________________
Register your dishwasher at 

www.kitchenaid.com

. In Canada, register your dishwasher at 

www.kitchenaid.ca

.

Para una version de estas instrucciones en español, visite 

www.kitchenaid.com

.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately follow instructions.

 

You can  be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.

 

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the
instructions are not followed.

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.”

These words mean:

DANGER

WARNING

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 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 during or immediately after use.

■  

Do not operate the dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are 

properly in place.

■  

Do not tamper with controls.

■  

Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door, lid, or dish racks of 

the dishwasher.

■  

To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in or 

on the dishwasher.

■  

Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a 

hot water system that has not been used for two weeks or 

more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system 

has not been used for such a period, before using the 

dishwasher turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow 

from each for several minutes. This will release any 

accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable, do not 

smoke or use an open flame during this time.

■  

Remove the door or lid to the washing compartment 

when removing an old dishwasher from service or 

discarding it.

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Summary of Contents for KDTM404KPS

Page 1: ...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 i...

Page 2: ...bottom rack Adjusters are located on each side of the top rack To raise the rack Press both rack adjuster thumb levers and lift the rack until it is in the up position and level To lower the rack Press both rack adjuster thumb levers and slide the rack to its down position and level NOTE The top rack must be level Touch START RESUME every time you add a dish IMPORTANT If anyone opens the door such...

Page 3: ...tergents High quality premeasured tablets and packs are recommended for improved performance Quality tablets and packs have been proven better than powder liquid or gel detergents at reducing filming on dishes Using tablets and packs over time will start to reduce or eliminate white film They are suitable for all water hardness and soil levels Also by using a rinse aid you can minimize repeat buil...

Page 4: ...hen the Clean light is lit Refer to the Control chart in the Cycle Guide section for operation of the Sanitized indicator CYCLE GUIDE 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...

Page 5: ...door firmly NOTE Anytime the door is opened such as to add a dish the Start Resume keypad must be touched again to resume the delay countdown Available with any cycle Delays the start of a cycle to the specified time 0 Use the Control Lock option to avoid unintended use of dishwasher between cycles or cycle and option changes during a cycle To turn on Control Lock touch and hold CONTROL LOCK for 3...

Page 6: ... is recommended to help maintain the dishwasher Follow package directions NOTE KitchenAid recommends the use of high quality premeasured detergent tablets or packs and the use of rinse aid for dishwasher cleaning and daily care If you have a drain air gap check and clean it if the dishwasher isn t draining well To Reduce Risk of Property Damage During Vacation or Extended Time Without Use When you...

Page 7: ...ave bottoms hold water This water may spill onto other items when you are unloading the dishwasher Unload the bottom rack first Spotting Filming NOTES Liquid rinse aid is necessary for drying and to reduce spotting Use the correct amount of detergent If using powder or liquid gel products use package instructions Confirm that the cloudiness is removable by soaking the item in white vinegar for 5 m...

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