KitchenAid KUDI220W User manual

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Built-In Dishwasher
With Quiet Scrub TM System
Models KUDI22OT, KUDI220W
KUDI22GT
USE and CARE GUIDE
(KUDI22OT, KUDI22OW ILLUSTRATED)
(KUDI22GT NOT ILLUSTRATED)

Table o[ Contents
Important Safety Instructions ......... 3
Ownership Registration Card ........ 4
Important Facts ................... 4
Dishwasher Features ............... 5
Operating Your Dishwasher ......... 6
Automatic Water Heating ........... 6
Energy Saving Tips................. 6
Special Tips On Dishwasher Use ...... 7
Dishwasher Cycles ................ 8
ToCancel A Cycle ................ 9
Adding Dishware During A Cycle ... 9
Loading Your Dishwasher ........... 10
Upper Rack..................... 10
Lower Rack .................... 11
Silverware Basket ................ 12
Filling The Detergent Dispenser ....... 13
How Much Detergent ToUse......... 13
Low Phosphate Detergents .......... 14
Rinse Agents ..................... 14
Caring For Your Dishwasher ......... 14
Seasonal Storage .................. 15
Drain Air Gap .................... 15
Sure-ScrubTM Wash System ........... 16-17
Problem, Cause, Solution Chart ....... 18-19
Removing Spots And Film ........... 19
Changing Front Panels ............. 20-22
Optional Front Panels .............. 22
If You Need Service Or Assistance ...... 23
Warranty .................... Back Cover
© 1989 KitchenAid, Inc.
It isyour responsibility to be sure your
dishwasher:
•Isinstalled by a qualified installer.
• Has been installed where it isprotected
from the elements.
• Has been installed on a floor strong
enough to support its weight.
• Has been properly connected to
electricity, water and drain.*
• Has been properly electrically
grounded.*
• Hashad all hang tags and temporary
labels removed.
• Isnot used by children or anyone unable
to operate it properly.
• Isproperly maintained.
*SeeInstallation Instructions for complete
information.

Important Safety Instructions
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using
....... your dishwasher, follow basic precautions including the
following:
1.
.
.
Read all instructions before using the
dishwasher.
This dishwasher must be properly
connected to electricity and water.
Use the dishwasher only for its intended
function.
.
10.
11.
4. Use only detergents and rinse agents 12.
recommended for use in a dishwasher,
and keep them out of the reach of
children.
.
6.
When loading items to be washed:
a. Locate sharp items so that they are
not likely to damage the door seal.
b. Load sharp knives with the handles
up to reduce risk of cut-type injuries.
DO NOT wash plastic items unless
marked "dishwasher safe" or the
equivalent. For plastic items not so
marked, check the manufacturers'
recommendations.
DO NOT touch the heating element
during or immediately after use. Element
must cool at least 20 minutes to avoid
injury.
DO NOT operate your dishwasher
unless all enclosure panels are properly
in place.
.
.
13.
14.
15.
DO NOT tamper with controls.
DO NOT abuse, sit on or stand on the
door or dish rack of the dishwasher.
To reduce the risk of injury, do not
allow children to play in or on a
dishwasher.
If hot water has not been used recently
(usually two weeks or longer],
hydrogen gases may build up in the
water heater and the hot water pipes.
HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.
To prevent injury or damage, before
using your dishwasher, turn on all hot
water faucets and allow water to run
for several minutes. This will allow
gases to escape. Do not smoke or use
any open flame near the faucet while it
isopen.
When discarding an old dishwasher,
always remove the door to prevent
accidental entrapment.
Install the dishwasher on a floor that is
level and strong enough to support the
weight.
To prevent electrical shock, disconnect
electrical power supply to dishwasher
before attempting to service.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Ownership Registration
Before you use your dishwasher, please fill out and mail your ownership registration card packed
with the Use and Care Guide. This card will enable usto contact you in the unlikely event of a
product safety notification and assist us in complying with the provisions of the Consumer Product
Safety Act. Return of this card isnot necessary to validate your warranty.
Keep a copy of the sales receipt showing the date of purchase and/or date of installation of your
dishwasher. PROOF OF PURCHASEWILL INSUREYOU OF IN-WARRANTY SERVICE.
Write down the following information. You will need it if your dishwasher ever requires service.
Model Number*
Serial Number*
Date Purchased
Date Installed
Dealer's Name
Address
Phone
*Model and SerialNumbers are located on a label at the left sideof the door opening.
Important Facts
KitchenAid dishwashers operate on 115volts, 60 hertz A.C. house current. They cannot be
converted to operate on 220 volts, 50 or 60 hertz house current.
Toprotect against possible rupture of fill valve, BESUREwater lines leading to the dishwasher as
well aswater lines in the dishwasher are protected against freezing. Such ruptures are not
covered by the warranty. Seepage 15.
Toprevent accidental entrapment, remove the door when removing an old dishwasher from
service or discarding it.

Dishwasher Features
I
1. Upper Level Power Wash
(with ChinaGuard TM)
2. Lower Rack
3. Cutlery/Silverware Basket
4. Automatic RinseAgent Dispenser
5. Detergent Dispenser
6. Overflow Protection Float
7. 4-Way Hydro Sweep
(with Jet Spray)
8. Self-Cleaning Filter
9. Removable Coarse Strainer
10. Heating Element
11. FIo-Thru TM Drying Fan
12. Quiet Scrub TM Sound Absorbing Insulation

Operating your
Dishwasher
Step 1 Load dishes into racks according to
instructions on pages 10-12.
Step 2 Add detergent to detergent
dispenser. See page 13.
Step 3 Firmly close the door and latch it by
pushing the door handle down.
Step 4 Push button for desired cycle.
Step 5 Advance Cycle Selection Dial slowly
to corresponding cycle. See page 8
for description of cycles.
Important: If Step 5 is omitted, the timer will
automatically advance to the cycle selected in
Step 4. However, this requires more time than
advancing the dial manually
KitchenAid Quiet Scrub TM System
Your KitchenAid dishwasher is equipped with
a unique sound reduction system. The Quiet
ScrubTM System isdesigned to help eliminate
the common sounds heard while a dish-
washer is operating.
Important: MAKE SURE your dishwasher is
properly installed for quiet operation.
Automatic Water
Heating
Your KitchenAid dishwasher offers automatic
water heating. For best dishwashing results,
water should be at least 120°F (49°C) as it
enters the dishwasher. To check the
temperature, use the faucet closest to your
dishwasher.
1. Set the faucet control for the hottest
water possible. Run water into a glass set
in the sink for at least one minute,
allowing it to overflow.
2. Place a candy or meat thermometer in the
glass and read it at the maximum setting.
3. If the temperature is too low, raise the
setting on your water heater.
Energy Saving
Tips
•Usethe ENERGYSAVERDRY (no heat)
option whenever possible. If your
incoming water temperature is 140°F
(60°C) and you don't need your dishes
right away, it pays to air dry them.
•Flash dry dishes. After final rinse, unlatch
door and advance Cycle Selection Dial to
Pots/Pans Cycle; open door and pull out
racks. Because of the heat buildup in
dishware during the wash cycle, water
evaporates quickly from the dishware.
Important: In hard water areas, flash drying
can increase the likelihood of spotting and
filming.
• Run the dishwasher only with a full load.
• Do not rinse dishware before loading.
• Use only the cycle and options that you
need.
• Run the dishwasher at night during the
summer to avoid daytime heat load.

Special Tips on Dishwasher Use
What Can and Cannot Be Washed in Your Dishwasher
Most tableware, cookware and silverware can be safely washed in your KitchenAid dishwasher. If
you have any doubts about a particular piece of dishware, check with the manufacturer to see if it
isdishwasher safe.
REMEMBER. It is the user's responsibility to deterrnine if dishware should be washed in a
dishwasher.
Material
Aluminum
Cast Iron
i China/
Stoneware
Crystal
Gold
Glass
Hollow-
Handle
Knives
Pewter
Dishwasher
Safe?
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
No
No
Exceptions/
Special Information
High water temperature and
detergents may affect finish of
anodized aluminum.
Seasoning will be removed, and
iron will rust.
Always check manufacturers'
recommendations before
washing. Antique, hand-painted
or over-the-glaze patterns may
fade. Gold leaf may discolor.
Always check manufacturers'
recommendations before
washing. Some types of leaded
crystal may etch with repeated
washings.
Gold-colored flatware will
discolor.
Milk glass will yellow with
repeated dishwasher washing.
Handles of some knives are
attached to the blade with
adhesives which may loosen if
dishwasher washed.
High water temperatures and
detergent may discolor or pit
finish.
Material
Disposable
Plastics
Plastics
Stainless
Steel
Sterling
Silver or
Silverplate
Tin
Wooden
Ware
Dishwasher
Safe?
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
Exceptions/
Special Information
Cannot withstand high water
temperatures and detergents.
Always check manufacturers'
recommendations before
washing. Plastics vary in their
capacity to withstand high water
temperatures and detergents.
Run a RINSE &HOLD CYCLE if not
washing immediately Prolonged
contact with foods containing
salt, vinegar, milk products or fruit
juice could damage finish.
Run a RINSE &HOLD CYCLE if not
washing immediately. Prolonged
contact with food containing salt,
acid or sulfide (eggs, mayonnaise
and seafood) could damage
finish.
May rust.
Always check manufacturers'
recommendations before
washing. Untreated wood may
warp, crack or lose its finish.

CYCLE SELECTION
(KUDI22OT, KUDI22OW ILLUSTRATED)
• (KUDI22GT NOT ILLUSTRATED)
Dishwasher Cycles
Pots/Pans Cycle is used to wash and dry
hard-to-clean, heavily soiled pots, pans and
casseroles along with regular tableware.
Choose this cycle for the toughest jobs.
There are two wash periods and three rinses
followed by a heated dry period.
POTS/
PANS
CYCLE SEQUENCE
h e ee ,
TOTAL CYCLE
TIME (minutes)
88
WATER USED
(gallons)
13
Normal Wash Cycle isused to wash and dry
daily loads with moderate amounts of food
soil.
There are two wash periods and two rinses
followed by a heated dry period.
CYCLE SEQUENCE
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WASH _ O I_ ,
TOTAL CYCLE
TIME {minutesJ
78.5
WATER USED
(gallons)
10.75
Light/China Wash Cycle isused to wash
and dry daily loads with light amounts of
food soil. This cycle uses lesswater and time
than the Normal Wash Cycle and isthe most
efficient cycle to use.
There are two wash periods and one rinse
followed by a heated dry period.
LIGHT/CHINA
CYCLE SEQUENCE
T
ToTol o
TOTAL CYCLE
TIME (minutes)
63
WATER USED
(gallons)
7.5
8

WASH SELECTION RINSE/DRY SELECTION
Rinse & Hold Cycle is used to rinse partial
loads of dishes until a full load is accumu-
lated_ No detergent is used. Dishware is kept
moist until a complete wash and dry cycle
can be run.
This cycle provides one rinse.
Important: All cycles may be used to wash
and dry dishwasher-safe china and crystal.
Check manufacturers" recommendations
RINSE&HOLD
CYCLE SEQUENCE
before washing.
TOTAL CYCLE
TIME (minutes)
13
WATER USED
)gallons)
2.25
Energy Saver Dry (no heat) can be used
with any Wash Selection to eliminate the
heat during the drying portion of a cycle. The
fan of the drying system will continue to
operate, helping the dishes to air dry
naturally. Under certain conditions, you may
find a few drops of water on the dishware
and silverware at the end of this cycle.
To Cancel A Cycle
The Cycle Selection Dial may be used to
cancel any cycle in progress. If water is
present in the dishwasher, turn the dial
slowly to the drain portion of the wash or
rinse. You will hear water draining when you
have advanced to the proper location. Letthe
dishwasher drain completely. Lift the door
handle and advance the dial to the Pots/Pans
Cycle. This cancels the cycle.
If water isabsent from the dishwasher, lift
door handle to stop dishwasher action.
Relatch door and advance dial to Pots/Pans
Cycle. This cancels the cycle.
TOSTARTA NEW CYCLE-- Open dish-
washer; check detergent dispenser to be sure
it isproperly filled. Close and latch door;
select the desired new cycle.
Adding Dishware During A Cycle
You can add a forgotten item to the dish-
washer anytime before the main detergent
wash portion of the cycle. Tostop the cycle,
just unlatch the door handle. However,
opening the door during a cycle reduces the
cleaning power, so try to load all items before
starting the cycle.
TO RESTARTDISHWASHER -- Close the door
and latch the handle, push cycle button
originally selected and if desired, the Energy
Saver button. The cycle will start exactly
where it was stopped.

Your KitchenAid dishwasher Jsdesigned with lots of loading space. Glasses, mugs, saucers and
saucepans can be loaded in either the upper or lower rack. For best results, dishware should be
loaded so soiled surfaces face the rotating wash arm.
No hand rinsing ts necessary before loading your KitchenAid dishwasher. Just scrape leftover food,
bones, toothpicks and other hard items from the dishware.
Some foods like eggs, rice, pasta anti cooked cereals may be hard to remove if left to dry over a
period of time If you do not plar_ to wash your dishes fairly soor_ after use, run RINSE & HOLD
CYCLE to keep them moist until you are ready to run the nextwast_ cycle. Never prewash dishes
with a hand dishwashing detergent It _i!i cat_se sudsing in the dishwasher and result Jnpoor
cleaning and/or spotting ,_nd filmir_,g on the d_shware.
Upper Rack Loading
Examples
Glasses and stemware may be ioadecJ
together. Stability Jsimportant when loading
stlch items.
To achieve stability, load glasses and cups
between pins and over pins. Bowls, cups and
pans may be loaded in the center row as
shovvn.
, CAUTION
Be sure items are stable, If load is not
stable, damage may occur.
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