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KitchenAid Sculptura KUDS24SE Use & Care Manual

KitchenAid Sculptura KUDS24SE Use & Care Manual

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  • Page 1 Model KUDS24SE 9743103...
  • Page 2 Thank you for buying a KITCHENAID* appliance2 KitchanAid designs the best tools for the most important room in your house. To ensure that you enjoy many years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care guide. It contains valuable information concerning how to operate and maintain your new appliance properly and safely.

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    _Your safety is important to us. This symbol alerts you to hazards such as fire, This guide contains safety symbols and electrical shock, or statements. Please pay special attention to other injuries. these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use of the symbol.
  • Page 4 Below is an illustration of your appliance with the parts and features called out. To help you find information on specific parts or features quickly, page references are included. Sure-Hold cup shelf (p. 9) Upper Water Inlet ' arm Model and Upper rack serial (pp.
  • Page 5 _ontrol Panel C_MON//OR" W&TR HF.A11NO Cr.IILDLOCK RIN_ AiD_tPTY OPTIONS WASH SELECTIONS Option pads Cycle pads...

  • Page 6: Before Using Your Dishwasher

    Before using your dishwasher Tip Over Hazard Electrical Shock Hazard Do not use dishwasher until completely installed. Electrically ground dishwasher. Do not push down on open door. Connect ground wire to green ground connector in terminal box. Doing so can result in serious injury or cuts.

  • Page 7: How To Use Your Dishwasher

    _sing your new KITCHENAID* dishwasher is simple. Follow the steps below to Started. specific steps safety information, For more information on and additional page(s) next to the step you would like to know more about. NOTE: Before using your dishwasher, remove all hang tags, temporary labels, and pack- aging materials.

  • Page 8: Loading The Upper Rack

    This section tells you how to properly load your dishwasher for the best washing and rinsing results. Preparing to load the dishwasher • Make sure pot lids and handles, pizza • Scrape leftover food, bones, toothpicks, and other hard items from dishes. It is not pans, cookie sheets, etc., do not interfere with the spray arm rotation.
  • Page 9 Loading the upper rack (cont.) Cup shelf Sure-Hold cup shelf Fold down the extra shelf on the top rack to hold additional cups and glasses, or small items like long utensils and spatulas. FlexiSplit fold-down tines The row of split tines on the right side of the rack is adjustable to accommodate a variety of dishes.
  • Page 10 Loading the upper rack (cont.) Stemware holders Use the stemware holders (attached to the Stemware holder cup shelf) to keep water goblets, wine glasses, etc., in place and prevent damage during washing. Sure-Hold clips Sure-Hold clip The Sure-Hold clips hold lightweight plastic items like cups, lids, or bowls in place during washing.

  • Page 11: Loading The Lower Rack

    Loading the lower rack The lower rack is designed for plates, pans, casseroles, and utensils. • Load items with cooked-on or ddod-on food in the lower rack with soiled surfaces facing in toward the spray. • For maximum capacity and stability of an all-plate load, stagger or overlap small plates with large ones.
  • Page 12 Loading the lower rack (cont.) Sure-Hold cup shelf Fold down the extra shelf on the left side of the lower rack to hold small items such as cups or utensils. Flexi fold-down tines Fold down one or both of the back rows of tines to hold large bowls, pots, pans, roasters, etc.
  • Page 13 Loading the FLEXIBASKET* silverware basket • The FLEXIBASKET silverware basket can be separated and placed into the lower rack in several locations. Hold basket firmly and pull apart. Now use both sections or just one to load silverware. • Load the silverware basket while it is in the lower rack or take the basket out for loading on a counter or table.
  • Page 14 If you have any doubts about washing a particular item, check with the manufacturer see if it is dishwasher safe. MATERIAL DISHWASHER SAFE? EXCEPTIONS/SPECIAL INFORMATION Aluminum High water temperature and detergents may affect finish of anodized aluminum. All aluminum will darken when washed in the dishwasher. This does not affect pan performance.
  • Page 15 For best washing results, it is important to use the correct amount of detergent and a rinse agent. Read this section for information on using both properly. The detergent dispenser The detergent dispenser has two sections. The smaller Prewash section empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close the door.

  • Page 16: Using The Detergent

    Using the detergent dispenser What type of detergent to use • Add detergent to the dispenser just before starting the dishwasher. • Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. • Keep detergent container tightly closed in a NOTE: Never use soap, hand-dishwashing cool, dry place, out of the reach of children.

  • Page 17: Using The Rinse Agent Dispenser

    Using the rinse agent dispenser A rinse agent prevents water from forming droplets that can dry as spots or streaks. It also improves drying by allowing water to drain off the dishes during the final rinse by releasing a small amount of the rinse agent into the rinse water.Your dishwasher is designed to use a liquid rinse agent.

  • Page 18: Cycle Selection Chart

    This section tells you how to operate the dishwasher. Operating your dishwasher properly( enables you to obtain the best possible results. Cycle selection chart The dishwasher will wash and dry dishes according to the selections you make on the control panel.

  • Page 19: Option Selections

    . Canceling a cycle 2. Let the dishwasher drain completely. You can cancel a cycle anytime during the cycle. 1. Press the Cancel pad once, then wait. is a 5-second pause between the time Cancel is pressed and The Cancel light will glow. There draining begins.

  • Page 20: Using Child Lock

    Control panel lights CYCLE MONITOR The Cycle Monitor allows you to see what portion of a cycle your dishwasher is in. The WASH BNSE CLEAN Clean light glows when a cycle has finished. [ I I I FIL I II All other lights will turn off.

  • Page 21: Setting A Delay Start

    dding dishes during a cycle You can add an item to the dishwasher 2. Open the door and add the dishes. during the first 10 minutes of the cycle. 3. Close the door. 1. Unlatch the door to stop the cycle. Wait a 4.

  • Page 22: Energy Saving Tips

    Quiet operating tips To avoid thumping and clattering noises • Where possible, load items so they do not touch one another. during operation: • Make sure lightweight load items are NOTE: Keep sink drain plugs inserted during secured in the rack. dishwasher operation to prevent noise trans- •...

  • Page 23: Wash System

    iYour new dishwasher is designed to give you many years of dependable service. How- ever, there are a few things you are expected to do in order to maintain your dishwasher properly.This sectiontells you how to clean and care for your dishwasher. HYDROSWEEP* Wash System The HYDROSWEEP...

  • Page 24: Storing Your Dishwasher

    Storing your dishwasher Moving or winterizing your dishwasher Protect your dishwasher and home against water damage due to freezing water lines. If your dishwasher is left in a seasonal dwelling or could be exposed to near freezing tem- peratures, have a qualified person do the following: 1.

  • Page 25: Cleaning Your Dishwasher

    The drain air gap is usually located on top of the sink or countertop near the dishwasher. To order drain air gap (part number 300096), contact your local KitchenAid dealer. You can also call 1-800-422-1230 in the U.S.A., or see page 2.
  • Page 26 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 29-30 before calling for service information. Dishes are not cleaned completely PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION...
  • Page 27 Dishes are not cleaned completely (cont.) CAUSE SOLUTION PROBLEM Use of ineffective For effective cleaning, use fresh dishwasher Spottlng and detergent and store it tightly closed in a cool, flimlng (cont.) detergents dry place. Throw away any lumpy detergent. Insufficient fill due to low Your home water pressure should be 20 to 120 psi (138-828 kPa) for a proper dishwasher water pressure...

  • Page 28: Removing Spots And Film

    Dishes are damaged during cycle PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Load dishes and glasses so they are stable Chipping of Improper loading dishes and do not strike together while washing. Moving the racks in and out smoothly will also minimize chipping. NOTE: Hand wash some types of china and glassware, such as antiques and feather-edged crystal.
  • Page 29 Before calling for service your appliance fails to operate, review the following list and the "Solving Common Dishwashing Problems" section on pages 26-28 before calling your dealer. This could save you the cost of a service call. Dishwasher is not operating properly PROBLEM CHECK THE FOLLOWING...
  • Page 30 Noises PROBLEM CHECK THE FOLLOWING Grlndlng, grat- Has a hard object entered the pump? The sound should stop when the ing, crunching, object is ground up. If it does not stop after the next cycle, call for ser- or buzzing vice.
  • Page 31 For further assistance If the dealer, authorized servicer, and KitchenAid If you need further assistance, you can write to have failed to resolve your problem, you KitchenAid with any questions or concerns at:...
  • Page 32 For further assistance ... Please include a daytime phone number in If you need further assistance, you can wdte to KitchenAid Canada with any questions or your correspondence. concerns at: Consumer Relations Centre KitchenAid Canada...
  • Page 33 This index is alphabetical. Look for the word or phrase you are interested in, then look for the page number. TOPIC PAGE TOPIC PAGE MAINTENANCE ASSISTANCE In Canada ........... Cleaning ............In U.S.A ............Drain air gap ..........HYDROSWEEP* wash system ....23 CHILD LOCK ..........
  • Page 34 "Requesting Assistance or Service" section. In the U.S.A., call our Consumer Assistance Center at 1-800-422-1230. Canada, call KitchenAid Canada at one of the telephone numbers listed on page 32. KitchenAid Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692 U.S.A,...

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