Dishwasher Care - KitchenAid KDTE104DSS User Instructions

It is very easy to remove and maintain the filters. The chart below shows the recommended cleaning frequency.
RECOMMENDED TIME INTERVALS TO CLEAN YOUR FILTER
Number of Loads If you wash
Per Week before loading
1-3 Once per year
4-7 Once per year
8-12 Once per year
13-14 Once per year
*Manufacturer's recommendation: This practice will conserve the water and energy that you would have used to prepare your dishes. This
will also save you time and effort.
Very Hard Water
If you have hard water (above 15 grains), clean your filter at least
once per month. Building up of white residue on your dishwasher
indicates hard water. For tips on removing spots and stains, see the
"Troubleshooting" section.
Filter Removal Instructions
1. Turn the upper filter
assembly ¼ turn
counterclockwise
and lift out.
2. Grasp the lower filter in the
circular opening, lift
slightly, and pull forward
to remove.
3. Clean the filters as
shown below.
Cleaning Instructions
IMPORTANT: Do not use wire brush, scouring pad, etc., as they
may damage the filters.
Rinse filter under running water until most soils are removed. If you
have hard-to-remove soils or calcium deposits from hard water, a
soft brush may be required.
Cleaning
Cleaning the exterior
†® affresh is a registered trademark of Whirlpool, U.S.A.
If you scrape and rinse
before loading
Once per year
Once per year
Twice per year
Twice per year
To remove upper filter assembly

Dishwasher Care

In most cases, regular use of a soft, damp cloth or sponge and a mild detergent is all
that is necessary to keep the outside of your dishwasher looking nice and clean. If your
dishwasher has a stainless steel exterior, a stainless steel cleaner is recommended, such
as affresh ®† Stainless Steel Cleaner Part Number W10355016.
If you only scrape
before loading*
Twice per year
Twice per year
Every 3 months
Every 3 months
Filter Reinstallation Instructions
1. Noting the previous
illustrations, place the
lower filter under the
locating tabs in the bottom
of the dishwasher so the
round opening for the
upper filter assembly lines
up with the round opening
in the bottom of the tub.
2. Insert the upper filter assembly into the circular opening
in the Lower Filter.
3. Slowly rotate the filter clockwise until it drops into place.
Continue to rotate until the filter is locked into place. If the
filter is not fully seated (still turns freely), continue to turn
the filter clockwise until it drops and locks into place.
NOTE: The upper filter assembly arrow does not have to
align with the arrow in the lower filter as long as the filter
is locked.
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to dishwasher, do not operate your
dishwasher without the filters properly installed. Be sure the lower
filter is securely in place and the upper filter assembly is locked into
place. If the upper filter assembly turns freely, it is not locked into
place.
If you do not scrape or rinse
before loading
Every 2 months
Once per month
Every 2 weeks
Once per week
To replace upper filter assembly
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