KitchenAid Sculptura KUDR24SE Use & Care Manual page 24

This section explains how you can handle minor performance problems. Check this list
before calling for service. If you can't solve your dishwasher's problem, review the "Trouble-
shooting" charts on pages 27-28 before calling for service information.
Dishes are not cleaned completely
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
Food soil
left on
dishes
Spotting and
filming
Slowdown of spray arm
due to high suds
Improper loading
Insufficient fill due to
low water pressure
Use of incorrect, too
little, or ineffective
detergent
Detergent cakes in
dispenser
Water temperature
too low
Use only recommended dishwasher detergents,
not soap or laundry detergents. Do not overfill
the rinse agent dispenser. Wipe up any spills
before running a cycle.
Follow the loading instructions on pages 8-11.
Your home water pressure should be 20 to
120 psi (138 to 828 kPa) for a proper dishwasher
fill. You may need a booster pump on the water
supply if the pressure is too low.
Use recommended dishwasher detergents
and specified amounts only (see page 14 for
amounts), but never use less than one table-
spoon. For effective cleaning, use only fresh
detergent and store it tightly closed in a cool,
dry place.
Add detergent just before starting the dish-
washer. Use fresh detergent and remove any
caked detergent before filling the dispenser.
When using Delay Wash, make sure the dis-
penser is dry before adding detergent.
Set your water heater to ensure that the water
entering the dishwasher is at least 120°F (49°C).
See page 20 for recommended procedure under
"Energy saving tips".
Hard water or high
mineral content in
water
Water temperature is
too low
Use of incorrect
detergents
Incorrect amount of
detergent
Use rinse agent to help eliminate spotting
and filming. To remove hard water film, see
"Removing spots and film" on page 26.
Set your water heater to ensure that the water
entering the dishwasher is at least 120°F (49°C).
See page 20 for recommended procedure under
"Energy saving tips".
Use only recommended dishwasher detergents.
Heavy soil or hard water usually require the
use of extra detergent. See page 14 for
recommended detergent amounts.