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OWNER'S MANUAL
DISHWASHER
Read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep
it handy for reference at all times.
ENGLISH
SKSDW241**
www.signaturekitchensuite.com
MFL69261743
Copyright © 2023 Signature Kitchen Suite. All Rights Reserved.
Rev.01_022023

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  • Page 1 Scan to see the online manual. OWNER'S MANUAL DISHWASHER Read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times. ENGLISH SKSDW241** www.signaturekitchensuite.com MFL69261743 Copyright © 2023 Signature Kitchen Suite. All Rights Reserved. Rev.01_022023...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CANADA READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE WARNING STATEMENTS CAUTION STATEMENTS PRODUCT OVERVIEW Product Features INSTALLATION Before Installing Preparing Cabinet Opening Preparing Water and Electrical Connections Preparing Dishwasher Sliding Dishwasher into Cabinet Opening Connecting Water Supply Line and Power Connecting the Drain Hose Leveling Dishwasher Securing Dishwasher in Cabinet Opening...

  • Page 3: Read All Instructions Before Use

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Safety Messages 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 follow all safety messages.
  • Page 4 • Do not grasp the power supply line or touch the appliance controls with wet hands. • Do not modify or extend the power cable. • If the product has been submerged, contact a SIGNATURE KITCHEN SUITE customer information center for instructions before resuming use.
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Fix the drain hose securely in place. • Use only detergents or wetting agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and keep them out of the reach of children. • Do not let children eat detergent or dishwasher rinse agent. •...

  • Page 6: Caution Statements

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Connect the ground wire to the green ground connector in the terminal box. Tip Over Hazard • Do not use the dishwasher until completely installed. • Do not push down on the open dishwasher door. • Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or cuts. CAUTION STATEMENTS CAUTION •...

  • Page 7: Product Overview

    • Do not remove the safety cover at any time. • To ensure reliability, each SIGNATURE KITCHEN SUITE dishwasher goes through thorough quality control before it leaves the factory. • You may find water droplets or water spots from this process inside your new dishwasher.
  • Page 8 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Accessories Top Wash Impeller Upper Spray Arm Heat Dry Blower Detergent and Rinse Aid Dispenser Installation Brackets (2 ea) Drying Vent Cover Wood Screws (4 ea) Lower Spray Arm Hose Clamp Filtration System Steam Nozzle NOTE • Accessories are inside the silverware basket. Lower Rack (appearance may vary) Silverware Basket Upper Rack...

  • Page 9: Installation

    INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Before Installing Parts not Provided Electrical Cable Flat-Blade Screwdriver • 16 AWG, with 2 conductors and 1 ground Phillips Screwdriver Water Supply Tube Hole Saw min. 2 1/2” bit • Minimum 3/8″ O.D. copper tubing or stainless steel braided water supply line Electric Drill Fittings for Tube Gloves...

  • Page 10: Preparing Cabinet Opening

    10 INSTALLATION Installation Overview dishwasher. Water supply hose, drain hose and electric cable should be passed through this area. Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this dishwasher or 26 / - 26 / " (676 - 681 mm) transporting it to another location.

  • Page 11: Preparing Water And Electrical Connections

    - Do not reuse an old hose. Use only a new hose when installing the dishwasher. The old hose could leak or burst causing flooding and property damage. Contact a SIGNATURE KITCHEN SUITE Customer Information Center for assistance in buying a new hose.

  • Page 12: Preparing Dishwasher

    12 INSTALLATION Preparing Dishwasher Routing Water Supply Line and Electrical Wiring WARNING There are 2 channels in the bottom of the dishwasher for routing the water and electrical • Do not remove safety cover . Removal can connections. result in fire, electric shock or death. •...

  • Page 13: Sliding Dishwasher Into Cabinet Opening

    INSTALLATION Remove the lower cover. Bend the tabs on the brackets to secure them If there is insulation padding behind the lower to the frame using a pair of needle nose cover, remove it. pliers. Set the parts aside until the installation is complete.
  • Page 14 14 INSTALLATION water supply. As you slide the dishwasher into CAUTION the opening, you will want to slowly pull on the drain hose from inside the cabinet to take • Do not push the top of the dishwasher. Doing so up some slack.

  • Page 15: Connecting Water Supply Line And Power

    INSTALLATION Connecting Water Supply conduit pipe is longer than 3” (76 mm) and is centered on the back wall. Line and Power Turn off electrical power to the unit at the Connecting Water Supply Line circuit breaker. With the home water supply turned off, connect the water supply line to the inlet valve Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the on the left front of the dishwasher.

  • Page 16: Connecting The Drain Hose

    16 INSTALLATION Wrap electrical tape around each connection. Insert the electrical cable through the hole in Fold the connected wires back into the the strain relief. Tighten 2 screws to secure junction box and screw on the junction box the cable. cover.
  • Page 17 INSTALLATION • Do not connect drain hoses from other appliances to the dishwasher’s drain hose. • If an extension drain hose is required, use a 5/8" or 7/8" inside diameter, 2-3 ft. length hose and a coupler for connecting the two hose ends. Height of the Drain Hose The height of the drain hose end must be at least Attach the drain hose to the disposal with the...

  • Page 18: Leveling Dishwasher

    18 INSTALLATION Checking Leveling To check that the tub is level from front to back, remove the lower rack and pour 169 oz. (5 L) of water into the bottom of the tub. The water level should be near the center of both tub lower indentations at the front.

  • Page 19: Securing Dishwasher In Cabinet Opening

    INSTALLATION • Turn the front leveling feet clockwise to raise the can safely be drilled into, secure the dishwasher to front of the tub and counterclockwise to lower it. the countertop with the provided brackets. If the countertop is granite, marble, or a material that cannot be drilled into, secure the dishwasher to the cabinet frame with the provided wood screws.

  • Page 20: Final Installation Check

    20 INSTALLATION Power on the dishwasher and run a 1 Hour cycle to verify proper operation. Check for leaks at the drain hose and water supply connection. If a water leak is detected, press and hold the Start button for 3 seconds to cancel the wash Reinstall the plastic caps.
  • Page 21 INSTALLATION Error Code Possible Cause and Solution Drain hose is kinked or pinched. • Feed the drain and water supply hoses through the hole under the sink. Then gradually slide the dishwasher into the cabinet while pulling on the hoses under the sink to take up any slack.

  • Page 22: Operation

    22 OPERATION OPERATION Before Using WARNING • To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. NOTE • Connect to the hot water supply only. The water supply temperature should be a minimum of 120 °F (49 °C) for better washing performance and shorter cycle time.
  • Page 23 OPERATION activate or deactivate display, refer to the Using the Option Setting Mode topic. • It is normal for the dishwasher to chime continuously if you open it during operation or just after the cycle ends. The dishwasher is letting you know that the interior temperatures of the unit are hot and to use caution when reaching inside.

  • Page 24: Control Panel

    24 OPERATION Control Panel Control Panel Features Power On/Off Button • Press this button to turn the washer on or off. • After the cycle is complete, the power automatically turns off for purposes of safety and economy. • If there is a power surge, power outage, or disruption of any kind, power is automatically turned off for safety.

  • Page 25: Wash Cycles

    OPERATION - To start a new cycle, deactivate Control Lock. • Sanitized - If the Steam option is added to a cycle, the Sanitized indicator stays lit at the end of the cycle if the dishes were properly sanitized (except the Refresh cycle). •...

  • Page 26: Options And Extra Functions

    26 OPERATION NOTE NOTE This cycle is for cleaning the inside of the • This high temperature rinse sanitizes dishes and dishwasher. Use the cycle without dishes in the glassware in accordance with the NSF/ANSI machine. It eliminates residual soils, odor, white Standard 184 for residential dishwashers.
  • Page 27 OPERATION • The Night Dry option is selected by default for Mode Description all cycles for which it is available, except the Normal cycle. Dry Boost Press the Dry Boost button once, for optimal energy efficiency. Delay Start Dry Boost Press the Dry Boost button twice, High for better drying results.

  • Page 28: Loading The Dishwasher

    28 OPERATION NOTE • The actual running time and cycle time displayed may change depending on options chosen, soil level, water temperature, and hardness of water. Therefore, display time and actual running time can be different. • Options are not available for Download Cycle. The Machine Clean cycle is the default Download Cycle. Using the Option Setting Mode - For more information, refer to the Rinse Aid Dispenser Adjustment section.

  • Page 29: Loading The Silverware Basket

    OPERATION Non-Dishwasher Safe Items Loading 12 Place Settings The combination of high water temperature and 4 6 5 dishwasher detergents may damage certain items. Do not wash the following items in the dishwasher. • Copper or anodized aluminum • Hand painted silver or gold leaf china •...
  • Page 30 30 OPERATION Loading 12 Place Settings Case 2 Loading Dishes & Pots Lower Rack Loading Tips: • Plates should be positioned upright and facing the center of the rack, and pots, pans and large dishes must be turned upside down. •...

  • Page 31: Loading The Upper Rack

    OPERATION Loading the Upper Rack Loading Dishes into the Upper Rack Loading 10 Place Settings NOTE • The silverware basket ships installed at the back of the bottom rack. For best performance, install it along the right side as shown. Loading 12 Place Settings Upper Rack Loading Tips: •...
  • Page 32 32 OPERATION necessary to remove the cutlery rack if one is Locate the assembly slot on the cup rack, present. (For models with cutlery rack) align the slot with the bar, and firmly pop the rack off the support bar on that side. •...
  • Page 33 OPERATION Loading Dishes & Pots on both sides. If the height is not the same on both sides, the dishwasher door will not shut and the upper spray arm will not connect to the water inlet. • There is a 2 3/16 inches (56 mm) gain in height when the upper rack is moved to the lower Height Adjustable Upper Rack position.

  • Page 34: Loading The Cutlery Rack

    34 OPERATION Raising the Rack back to snap the support out of the hooks in the rear. Repeat on the opposite side. Lift the rack at the center of each side until the rack locks into place in the upper position. It is not necessary to lift the lock levers to raise the rack.

  • Page 35: Adding Cleaning Products

    OPERATION Removing the Cutlery Rack Loading 10 Place Settings The entire cutlery rack can be removed if more space is needed on the upper rack for larger items. Always remove the cutlery from the rack before removing the rack. Pull the rack out to the end of the rails. Then, lift the front of the rack so that the rollers clear the stop on the end of the rail.
  • Page 36 36 OPERATION • Put detergent into the detergent compartment • Using liquid rinse aid improves drying before starting any cycle, except the Rinse performance by allowing water to drain off of (Download Cycle: P3) cycle. dishes after the final rinse. •...
  • Page 37 OPERATION Adding Rinse Aid to the Dispenser The Rinse Aid Refill LED appears in the display when more rinse aid is needed. The use of rinse aid is recommended to prevent water spots on dishes and to enhance drying Close the lid to lock the dispenser. Rinse aid is performance.
  • Page 38 38 OPERATION Press Dry Boost to change the rinse aid dispenser setting. Each press of the button changes the setting one step from L0 to L4. Once the desired rinse aid dispenser setting is selected, press Start to save. Refilling the Rinse Aid How often the dispenser needs to be refilled depends on how often dishes are washed and the rinse aid setting used.

  • Page 39: Smart Functions

    SMART FUNCTIONS SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application NOTE The LG ThinQ application allows you to • If you change your wireless router, Internet communicate with the appliance using a service provider, or password, delete the smartphone. connected appliance from the LG ThinQ application and connect it again.
  • Page 40 40 SMART FUNCTIONS Press the Power button. NOTE • The appliance supports 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi networks Make sure that the Wi-Fi is connected. only. To check your network frequency, contact your Internet service provider or refer to your wireless router manual. Press the Remote Start button and close the •...

  • Page 41: Smart Diagnosis Tm Function

    FCC RF Radiation Exposure opensource.lge.com. Statement SIGNATURE KITCHEN SUITE will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled covering the cost of performing such distribution environment.
  • Page 42 42 SMART FUNCTIONS Using LG ThinQ to Diagnose Issues If you experience a problem with your Wi-Fi equipped appliance, it can transmit troubleshooting data to a smartphone using the LG ThinQ application. • Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu.

  • Page 43: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE To maintain performance and prevent trouble, it is important to check the outside and inside of the dishwasher, including filters and spray arms, at regular intervals. WARNING • When cleaning the outside and inside of the dishwasher, do not use benzene or thinner. Otherwise, it may cause fire or explosion.
  • Page 44 44 MAINTENANCE NOTE NOTE • The warranty provided with the dishwasher does • For best wash performance, clean the filter after not cover service costs directly associated with each load. If food debris remains in the filter, it the cleaning or repair of the external drain air may cause an odor.
  • Page 45 MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Spray Arm If the spray arm holes are blocked by any food residue, dishes may not be cleaned well due to improper water spray. It is recommended that the spray arms be cleaned once every two weeks. Cleaning the Lower Spray Arm Make sure that the water jet holes are not NOTE...
  • Page 46 46 MAINTENANCE If any food residue blocks the spray arm • To prevent injury during cleaning, wear gloves holes, remove it with a pin or any sharp tool. and/or protective clothing. • Wait for the blower to cool sufficiently before cleaning.
  • Page 47 MAINTENANCE To reassemble the vent cover, place it over the supply tube in the same orientation as it was removed (about 2 o’clock). Turn the cover counterclockwise until it clicks into place. CAUTION • Do not use the dishwasher without the cover in place.

  • Page 48: Troubleshooting

    SIGNATURE KITCHEN SUITE dishwashers are designed to be used in conjunction with a rinse aid. Using a rinse aid will maximize the amount of water that has already been sheeted away from the dishes before the dry cycle begins.
  • Page 49 TROUBLESHOOTING The dishwasher does not rely on a heating element for the drying process; instead, it relies on the heat that is retained by the dishes and the tub during the wash and rinse cycles to turn the moisture in the tub into humidity. Warm, moist air in the dishwasher is then pulled into a condensing duct in the door by a fan.
  • Page 50 • Make sure that the appliance is properly leveled. Water leakage • Turn off the water supply to the dishwasher and call a SIGNATURE KITCHEN SUITE Customer Information Center at 1-855-790-6655 (U.S.A.) or 1-888-289-2802 (Canada). • The dishwasher makes an alert sound for 10 seconds, and runs the drain pump intermittently.
  • Page 51 Problem Possible Cause & Solution Vario motor error • Please call a SIGNATURE KITCHEN SUITE Customer Information Center at 1-855-790-6655 (U.S.A.) 1-888-289-2802 (Canada). The Download Cycle is selected. • This is not an error code. This code indicates the current Download Cycle.
  • Page 52 52 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution Spray arms do not Holes of spray arms are blocked by food particles. rotate smoothly. • Clean the holes of spray arms. Upper rack is Rack is poorly adjusted. crooked. • See the Height Adjustable Upper Rack section. Dishwasher This is a safety measure.
  • Page 53 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution Food soil remains on Water temperature is too low. dishes. • Check water supply connection or water heater setting. Dishwashing detergent was not used. • Use recommended detergent. Low inlet water pressure. • Water pressure should be between 20 and 80 psi. Water jet holes on spray arms blocked.
  • Page 54 54 TROUBLESHOOTING Wi-Fi Problem Possible Cause & Solution Trouble connecting The password for the Wi-Fi network was entered incorrectly. appliance and • Delete your home Wi-Fi network and begin the connection process again. smartphone to Wi-Fi network Mobile data for your smartphone is turned on. •...

  • Page 55: Limited Warranty

    LIMITED WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS Should your SIGNATURE KITCHEN SUITE Dishwasher (“Product”) fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship under normal and proper use, during the warranty period set forth below, SIGNATURE KITCHEN SUITE will, at its option, repair or replace the Product. This limited warranty is valid only to the original retail purchaser of the Product (“You”) and applies only when purchased lawfully and...
  • Page 56 The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be borne by You. TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Call 1-855-790-6655 and select the appropriate option from the menu. Or visit our website at http://www.signaturekitchensuite.com. Or by mail: SIGNATURE KITCHEN SUITE Customer Service P.O. Box 240007 Huntsville, AL 35813 ATTN: CIC...
  • Page 57 CANADA TERMS AND CONDITIONS Should your SIGNATURE KITCHEN SUITE Dishwasher ("Product") fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship under normal and proper use, during the warranty period set forth below, SIGNATURE KITCHEN SUITE will, at its option, repair, replace or pro rate the Product upon receipt of proof of the original retail purchase.
  • Page 58 • Damage or failure to the Product caused by accidents, pests and vermin, lightning, wind, fire, floods, acts of God, or any other causes beyond the control of SIGNATURE KITCHEN SUITE or the manufacturer; • Damage or failure resulting from misuse, abuse, improper installation, repair, or maintenance of the Product.
  • Page 59 LIMITED WARRANTY Make certain that no dishes or Poor wash results caused by utensils are in the path of the improper loading or over stacking: spray arms. wash arm won't rotate or soap Do not place one dish on top of dispenser is held closed.

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