KitchenAid Sculptura KUDI24SE Use & Care Manual

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  • Page 1 Models KUDI24SE KUDM24SE 9743101...
  • Page 2 Thank you for buying a KITCHENAID* appliance! KitchenAid 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

    This symbol alerts you to Your safety is important to us. 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. Upper Water inlet , arm Model and (p.8) serial number Silverware Sure-Hold (p.
  • Page 5: Control Panels

    Control Panels _UDI24SE CYCLE MONITOR C_F_N WA1ER I._AIING CH_J_ LOCK WASH SELECTIONS OPTIONS • • • • Cycle pads Option pads KUDM24SE CYCLE MONITOR WATER HEAIIN¢_ CHILD LOCK WAr_ r#Fl_ CLEAN WASH SELECTIONS OPTIONS • • Cycle pads Option pads...
  • Page 6: Before Using Your Dishwasher

    Before using your dishwasher Tip Over Hazard Do not use dishwasher until Electrical Shock Hazard 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

    Jsing your new KITCHENAID* dishwasher is simple. Follow the steps below to get "_tarted. For more information on specific steps and additional safety information, ,_tle page(s) next to the step you would like to know more about. NOTE: Before using your dishwasher,...
  • 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 • Scrape leftover food, bones, toothpicks, • Make sure pot lids and handles, pizza pans, and other hard items from dishes. It is not cookie sheets, etc., do not interfere with the necessary to rinse dishes before putting spray arm rotation.
  • Page 9: 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 dded-on food in the lower reck 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 10: Loading The Silverware Basket

    Loading the silverware basket • Load the silverware basket while it is in the lower rack or take the basket out for loading on a counter or table. • Mix items in each section of the basket - some pointing up and some down. IMPORTANT: Always load sharp items (knives, skewers, forks, etc.) pointing down.
  • Page 11 if you have any doubts about washing a particular item, check with the manufacturer • _ee 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.
  • Page 12: The Detergent Dispenser

    Forbest 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 2 sections. The smaller Prewash section empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close the door.
  • Page 13: Using The Detergent Dispenser

    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 14: 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 of the dishes during the final rinse by releasing a small amount of the rinse agent into the rinse water.
  • Page 15: Cycle Selection Chart

    iThis 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 )anel.
  • Page 16: Canceling A Cycle

    Canceling a cycle You can cancel a cycle anytime during 2. Let the dishwasher drain completely. 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 17: Using Child Lock

    Using Child Lock To turn Child Lock on Child Lock Light Press Energy Saver Dry for 5 seconds. The Use Child Lock to prevent your dishwasher lights will be off. accidentally. No wash selections or hild Lock light will glow. All other from being turned on options can be selected when Child Lock is on, and the...
  • Page 18: Setting A Delay Start

    Setting a delay start To run your dishwasher at a later time or 3. Press the Delay Hours pad. during off-peak hours, you can delay the On models with a 4-hour delay start: start of a cycle for 2, 4, or 6 hours, depend- Press the Delay Hours pad once, then press ing on your model.
  • Page 19: Quiet Operating 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 20 Your new dishwasher is designed to give you many years of dependable service. However, there are a few things you are expected to do in order to maintain your dish- washer properly. This section tells you how to clean and care for your dishwasher. HYDROSWEEP* wash system The HYDROSWEEP...
  • Page 21: 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 22: Cleaning Your Dishwasher

    The drain air gap is usually located on top of Drain air gap 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 23 :This sect on 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 iq'roubleshooting" chart on pages 26-27 before calling for service information. Dishes are not cleaned completely PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION...
  • Page 24 Dishes are not cleaned completely (cont,) PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Use of ineffective Spotting and For effective cleaning, use fresh dishwasher filming (cont.) detergents detergent and store it tightly closed in a cool, dry place. Throw away any lumpy detergent. Insufficient fill due to low Your home water pressure should be 20 to water pressure 120 psi (138-828 kPa) for a proper dishwasher...
  • Page 25: Removing Spots And Film

    Dishes are damaged during cycle PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Load dishes and glasses so they are stable Chipping Improper loading of 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 26 Before calling for service... If your appliance fails to operate, review the following list and the "Solving Common Dishwashing Problems" section on pages 23-25 before calling your dealer. This could save you the cost of a service call. Dishwasher is not operating properly PROBLEM CHECK THE FOLLOWING Dishwasher does...
  • Page 27 Noises PROBLEM CHECK THE FOLLOWING Grinding, 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 28 For further assistance ... If the dealer, authorized servicer, and KitchenAid If you need further assistance, you can write to KitchenAid with any questions or concerns at: have failed to resolve your problem, you...
  • Page 29 For further assistance Please include a daytime phone number in If you need further assistance, you can write to KitchenAid Canada with any questions or your correspondence. concerns at: Consumer Relations Centre KitchenAid Canada...
  • Page 30 This index is alphabetical. Look for the word or phrase you are interested in, then look for the page number. TOPIC PAGE TOPIC PAGE ASSISTANCE LOWER RACK ..........In Canada ........... MAINTENANCE In U.S.A ............Cleaning ............CHILD LOCK ..........Drain air gap ..........
  • Page 31 "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 29. KitchenAid Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692 U.S.A.

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