Page 2 - For a permanently connected dishwasher:; WARNING
2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: When using the dishwasher, follow basic precautions, including the following: SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ■ Read all instructions before using the dishwasher. ■ Use the dishwasher only for its intended function. ■ Use only detergents or rinse agents recommended f...
Page 3 - What’s New in Your Dishwasher; Energy; Rinse Aid; Detergent; Filtration System
3 What’s New in Your Dishwasher Energy Congratulations on purchasing your water- and energy-efficient dishwasher! This dishwasher cleans by spraying the dishes with water and pauses to allow the detergent to soak into and release the soils on the dishes. The cycles are longer due to the soak and pau...
Page 4 - Parts and Features; BOTTOM RACK
4 Parts and Features BOTTOM RACK TOP RACK Upper level wash Water inlet opening Silverware basket Water feed tube Model and serial number label Heating element Detergent dispenser (dispenser location varies by model) Overfill protection float Upper spray arm Cup shelf Pressurized spray nozzles provid...
Page 5 - Quick Steps
5 Start-Up/Quick Reference Clean EQ Wash System removable filters to maintain peak performance Cleaning the filters periodically helps keep the dishwasher working at peak performance. The filters can be found at the bottom center of your dishwasher.See “Filtration System” section for information on ...
Page 6 - Dishwasher Use; Prepare and Load the Dishwasher; Add Detergent; Premeasured Detergents; To close lid
6 Dishwasher Use STEP 1 Prepare and Load the Dishwasher IMPORTANT: Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks, and other hard items from the dishes. Remove labels from containers before washing. 10-place load – upper rack 10-place load – lower rack 12-place load – upper rack 12-place load – lower rack ...
Page 7 - Powders and Gels; *The prewash compartment is on top of the sliding door of; Add Rinse Aid; Full; Rinse Aid Setting
7 Powders and Gels Water Hardness Soil Level Prewash Compartment* Main Wash Compartment Soft(0-4 grains per U.S. gallon) Light None “Soft” fill line Normal None “Soft” fill line Heavy Full “Soft” fill line Medium(5-9 grains per U.S. gallon) Light None “Soft” fill line Normal Full Full** Heavy Full F...
Page 8 - Cycle and Option Descriptions; normal and will provide optimal cleaning performance.
8 Cycle and Option Descriptions KDTE334G, KDPE334G KDTE234G, KDPE234G KDTE204G, KDPE204G, KDTE304GEstimated cycle times may increase or decrease, depending on water temperature, soil conditions, dish load size, and options selected. You can customize your cycle by selecting an option. See option sel...
Page 10 - CONTROLS AND CYCLE STATUS; Control; Canceling a Cycle
10 CONTROLS AND CYCLE STATUS Control Purpose Comments To start or resume a wash cycle. If the door is opened during a cycle or the power is interrupted, the Start/Resume indicator flashes. NOTE: Push door firmly closed within 4 seconds of touching Start/ Resume. If the door is not closed within 4 se...
Page 11 - Dishwasher Features; Silverware Basket; Silverware basket lids:; Cup and Stemware Holder
11 Dishwasher Features Silverware Basket Silverware basket lids: Use silverware basket lids to provide optimal spacing and best cleaning performance. NOTE: If your silverware does not fit into the designated slots, push tabs inward on either end and lift lid off of the silverware baskets. Mix silver...
Page 12 - Using the Bottle Wash feature (on some models); RECOMMENDED TIME INTERVAL TO CLEAN YOUR FILTER
12 Using the Bottle Wash feature (on some models) Up to three sports bottles, baby bottles or other narrow items may be washed in the upper rack with this feature. To wash bottles:1. Select BOTTLE WASH on the control panel. 2. Flip up any or all three of the nozzles just far enough to fit inside you...
Page 13 - Dishwasher Care; Cleaning the Exterior
13 Cleaning InstructionsIMPORTANT: Do not use wire brushes, scouring pads, 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. P U S H D O W N & TU ...
Page 14 - Troubleshooting
14 PROBLEM SOLUTION DISHWASHER DOES NOT RUN NOTE: It is normal for the dishwasher to repeatedly pause several times during a cycle. If the Start/Resume light is blinking, press START/RESUME and close the door within 4 seconds.Be sure the door is closed and latched. ■ Check that there is not an inter...
Page 16 - options only when incoming water temperature is below 120°F (49°C).
16 PROBLEM SOLUTION BLINKING LIGHTS Blinking indicators will occur when the cycle is paused or when the cycle has been interrupted by opening the door. If the Start/Resume light is blinking, press the START/RESUME keypad and close the door within 4 seconds. See “Start or Resume a Cycle” in the “Dish...
Page 17 - KITCHENAID; LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY
17 W11040103A ® /™ ©2017 Used under license in Canada. All rights reserved. 07/17 03/17 IF YOU NEED SERVICE: 1. Before contacting us to arrange service, please determine whether your product requires repair. Some questions can be addressed without service. Please take a few minutes to review the Tro...