KitchenAid KUDL15FXSS7 User manual

Thank you for choosing KitchenAid ®Appliances.
We hold our company to the highest quality standards and it is important to us that you have a positive experience owning a
KitchenAid ®product.
Foryour convenience, we have provided an easy to follow User Instruction Book. These instructions include a "Troubleshooting"
section to help you through any problems you may encounter.
For additional information, you can visit the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section of our website at www.kitchenaid.com. If
you need further assistance using your KitchenAid dishwasher, please contact usat 1-800-422-1230. In Canada: visit
www.kitchenaid.ca or call 1-800-807-6777.
Have your complete model and serial number ready. You can find your model and serial number on the label located near the door
on the right-hand or left-hand side of the dishwasher interior.
Table of Contents
DISHWASHERSAFETY.............................................................2
PARTSAND FEATURES............................................................4
START-UP /QUICK REFERENCE............................................5
QUICK STEPS.............................................................................6
DISHWASHERUSE....................................................................6
CYCLE ANDOPTION DESCRIPTIONS....................................8
DISHWASHERFEEDBACKSECTION....................................11
DISHWASHERFEATURES......................................................11
FILTRATIONSYSTEM..............................................................14
DISHWASHERCARE...............................................................15
TROUBLESHOOTING..............................................................16
WARRANTY..............................................................................19
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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 obey all safety
messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING."
These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow
instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: When using the dishwasher, follow basic precautions, including the following:
[] Read all instructions before using the dishwasher. [] Do not tamper with controls.
[] Use the dishwasher only for its intended function.
[] Use only detergents or rinse agents recommended for use in
a dishwasher, and keep them out of the reach of children.
[] When loading items to be washed:
1) Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage
the door seal; and
2) Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk
of cut-type injuries.
[] Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked
"dishwasher safe" or the equivalent. For plastic items not so
marked, check the manufacturer's recommendations.
[] Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after
use.
[] Do not operate the dishwasher unless all enclosure panels
are properly in place.
[] Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door, lid, or dish racks
of the dishwasher.
[] To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in
or on the dishwasher.
[] Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in
a hot water system that has not been used for two weeks or
more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water
system has not been used for such a period, before using
the dishwasher turn on all hot water faucets and let the
water flow from each for several minutes. This will release
any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable,
do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.
[] Remove the door or lid to the washing compartment
when removing an old dishwasher from service or
discarding it.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

GROUNDING iNSTRUCTiONS
[] For a grounded, cord-connected dishwasher:
The dishwasher must be grounded. In the event of a
malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of
electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for
electric current. The dishwasher is equipped with a cord
having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding
plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet
that is installed and grounded in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances.
WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
[]
Check with a qualified electrician or service representative
if you are in doubt whether the dishwasher is properly
grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the
dishwasher; if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.
For a permanently connected dishwasher:
The dishwasher must be connected to a grounded metal,
permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding
conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and
connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on
the dishwasher.
SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTiONS
Tip Over Hazard
Do not use dishwasher until completely installed.
Do not push down on open door.
Doing so can result in serious injury or cuts.
State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:
WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer.
WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other
reproductive harm.

Upper level wash .......................................................................................
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Water feed tube
Model and serial number label
Water inlet opening
ProScrubO (on some models)
powerful jets target water toward pots,
pans, or casserole dishes loaded in the
back of the dishwasher to clean
stubborn messes.
Pressurized spray nozzles and variable
speed motor provide effective cleaning.
Heating element
EQ Filtration System removes soil
from water and improves cleaning action.
Detergent dispenser
Active vents
(on some models)
................................................................................................................................................................................................................Control panel
Premium top rack
adjusters Culinary tool racld3rd level rack
(on some models)
Flexible fold-down tines
(on some models) Cup shelves with
stemware holder
Upper spray arm .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
TOP RACK
.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................Rack handle
Flexible fold-down tines ................................................................................................................................................................
Silverware basket
....................................................................................................................................................................Culinary Caddy _
utensil basket
(on some models)
BOTTOM RACK

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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 the "Filtration System"
section for information on
removing and maintaining the
filters.
IMPORTANT: Do not block detergent dispenser.
Tall items placed in the lower
rack may block the dispenser
door. Cookie sheets and
cutting boards loaded on the
left-hand side of the
dishwasher can easily block
the dispenser. If detergent is
inside of the dispenser or on
the bottom of the tub after the
cycle is complete, the
dispenser was blocked.
ProWashT i cycle for optimal cleaning
The most advanced and versatile cycle.
ProWash TM cycle senses the load size, soil
amount, and toughness of soil, to adjust the
cycle for optimal cleaning using only the
amount of water and energy needed. The
ProWash TM and Heavy Duty cycles are
recommended for tough soil. No need to
prerinse dishes; just scrape and load.
bProWash
ProScrub® Option for loading to clean baked,on
food(some models)
When the ProScrub ®
option is selected, it
provides a
concentrated wash
on the back of the
lower dish rack for
hard-to-clean dishes.
Place these dishes
with the soiled
surface of the dish
toward the
ProScrub ®spray jets
in the lower rack of
the dishwasher.
Back of _
dishwasher
Press START/RESUME every time you add a dish,
Drying. Rinse Aid is essential.
You must use a drying agent
such as a rinse aid for good
drying performance (sample
included). Rinse aid along
with the Heat Dry or ProDry TM
option will provide best drying
and avoid excessive moisture
in the dishwasher interior.
[ RETTRR DRYING z
Heat I or
Dry iProDry
1 Hour Wash, When you need fast results.
Efficient dishwashers run longer to save water
and energy, just as driving a car slower saves
on gas. When you need fast results, the
1 Hour Wash will clean your dishes using
slightly more water and energy. Select the
Heat Dry or ProDry TM option to speed drying
times (adds approximately 27 to 35 minutes
to the 1 Hour Wash cycle).
[, 1.our]Wash
IMPORTANT: If anyone opens the door (such
as, for adding a dish, even during the Delay
Hours option), the Start/Resume button must
be pressed each time.
If the Start/Resume button is located on top of
door: Push door firmly closed within
3 seconds of pressing START/RESUME. If the
door is not closed within 3 seconds, the Start/
Resume button LED will flash, an audible tone
will be heard, and the cycle will not start.
Proper Detergent Dosing
It is possible to use too much detergent in your dishwasher.
This can lead to etching of your dishes. See "Add Detergent"
and "Add Rinse Aid" in the "Dishwasher Use" section, to
determine the amount of detergent needed based on your
water hardness.

Prepare and load
dishwasher. Select a cycle and option.
Add detergent
for cleaning and
rinse aid for
drying.
_Start dishwasher.
NOTE: Ifthe Start/Resume button
is located on the top of door, push
door firmly closed within
3 seconds of pressing START/
RESUME.
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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
Make sure nothing keeps spray arm(s) from
spinning freely. It is important for the water
spray to reach all soiled surfaces.
•Make sure that when the dishwasher door is closed no items
are blocking the detergent dispenser.
•Items should be loaded with soiled surfaces facing down and
inward to the spray as shown. This will improve cleaning and
drying results.
•Avoid overlapping items like bowls or plates that may trap food.
•Place plastics, small plates and glasses in the upper rack.
Wash only plastic items marked "dishwasher safe."
•To avoid thumping/clattering noises during operation, load
dishes so they do not touch one another. Make sure lightweight
load items are secured in the racks.
Improper loading can cause dishes to be chipped or damaged.
When loading glasses or mugs, it is best to load these items in
between rows of tines instead of loading them over tines, as
shown.
When loading silverware, always place sharp
items pointing down. Mix items in each
section of the basket with some pointing up
and some down to avoid nesting. Spray
cannot reach nested items.

STEP2
Add Detergent
NOTE: If you do not plan to run a wash cycle soon, run a rinse
cycle. Do not use detergent.
• Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Add powder, liquid
or tablet detergent just before starting a cycle.
• Fresh automatic A
dishwasher detergent
results in better
cleaning. Store tightly
closed detergent B...............................C
container in a cool, dry
place.
A. Cover latch
B. Main Wash section
C. Pre-Wash section
• The amount of detergent to use depends on:
How much soil remains on the items - Heavily soiled loads
require more detergent.
The hardness of the water - Ifyou use too little in hard water,
dishes won't be clean. If you use too much in soft water,
glassware will etch.
Soft to Medium Water (0-6 grains per U.S. gallon)
[typical water softener water and some city water]
Medium to Hard Water (7-12 grains per U.S. gallon)
[well water and some city water]
• Depending on your water hardness, fill the Main Wash section
of the dispenser as shown. Fill the Pre-Wash section to the
level shown, if needed.
NOTE: Fill amounts
shown are for standard
powdered detergent.
Follow instructions on the
package when using other
dishwasher detergent
types. Premeasured forms
ardWater
SoftWater
MainWash
HardWater
SoftWater
Pre-Wash
are suitable for all hardness and soil levels. Always place
premeasured detergents in the main compartment and close the
lid.
Add Rinse Aid
Your dishwasher is designed to use rinse aid for good drying
performance. Without rinse aid your dishes and dishwasher
interior will have excessive moisture. The heat dry option will
not perform as well without rinse aid.
Rinse aid keeps water from forming droplets that
can dry as spots or streaks. They also improve
drying by allowing water to drain off of the dishes
after the final rinse.
Rinse aid helps to reduce excess moisture on the
dish racks and interior of your dishwasher.
Full
Add
Check the rinse aid indicator. Add rinse aid when
indicator drops to "Add" level.
To add rinse aid, turn the dispenser cap
to "Refill" and lift off. Pour rinse aid into
the opening until the indicator level is at
"Full." Replace the dispenser cap and
turn to "Lock." Make sure cap is fully
locked.
NOTE: For most water conditions,
the factory setting of 2 will give good
results. If you have hard water or
notice rings or spots, try a higher
setting. Turn the arrow adjuster
inside the dispenser by either using
your fingers or inserting a flat-blade
screwdriver into the center of the
arrow and turning.
Lock
RefillS_
¼turn to lock
STEP3
Select a Cycle (cycles vary by model)
See "Cycle and Option Descriptions" charts in the following
section.
Efficient dishwashers run longer to save water and energy, just as
driving a car slower saves on gas. Typical cycle time is
approximately 21/2hours, but can take less or more time to
complete depending on selections.
Select Options (options vary by model)
See "Cycle and Option Descriptions" charts in the following
section.
You can customize your cycles by pressing the options desired. If
you change your mind, press the option again to turn off the option.
Not all options are available for every cycle. If an invalid option is
selected for a given cycle, the lights will flash.
STEP4
Start or Resume a Cycle
• Run hot water at the sink nearest your dishwasher until the
water is hot. Turn off water.
• Press START/RESUME once to show which
selections you used. Select the wash cycle and
options desired OR press START/RESUME to repeat ...............
the same cycle and options as in the previous wash
cycle.
IMPORTANT: If anyone opens the door (such as, for adding a dish,
even during the Delay Hours option), the Start/Resume button
must be pressed each time.
• If the Start/Resume button is located on top of door, push door
firmly closed within 3 seconds of pressing START/RESUME. If
the door is not closed within 3 seconds, the Start/Resume
button LED will flash, an audible tone will be heard, and the
cycle will not start.

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This information covers several different models. Your dishwasher may not have all of the cycles and options described.
CYCLE SELECTIONS
CYCLES SOIL LEVEL WASH TIME* (MINS.) WATER
W/O OPTIONS USAG E
GALLONS
Typical** Max (Liters)
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TM
The most advanced and versatile cycle: ProWash Light to Medium I !!0 !50 4,2 (16,1) ....
cycle senses the load size, soil amount, and toughness
of soil, to adjust the cycle for optimal cleaning using
only the amount of water and energy needed.
Use for hard-to-clean, heavily soiled pots, pans,
Heavy 1 casseroles, and tableware.
• Duty J
This cycle is _ecommended to completely wash a fu!l
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Heavy 125 190 6,8(25,8)
Light to Medium 130 150 5.0 (19.1)
Heavy/Baked-On 140 205 6.8 (25.8)
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Light to Medium 110 150 4;0 (15,0)
N..r_,, _ load of normally soiled dishes. Selecting this cycle will
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•'_ta's'_' I defau tto the options recommended for normal I Heavy I125 I190 6.8 (25.8)
amounts 0f f00d soi!, The energy label is based on this
cycle. I I I I
Use for lightly soiled items or china and crystal. Light to Medium 105 145 4.2 (15.2)
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Ught/
• China Heavy/Baked-On 120 185 6.8 (25.8)
When Youneed fast results the i HoUrwash Willclean AI s01 levels 58 62 719 (30:0)
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•approx mate y 27 to 35 m nutes to the 1 Hour Wash .................. ...... ................ ........
cycle). I I I I
Use for rinsing dishes, glasses, and silverware that will All soil levels 17 20 2.4 (9.0)
Rinse not be washed right away.
Only Do not use detergent.
Wash times depend on water temperature, heavy soil condition, dish load size and options selected. Adding options will add time to the
cycle.
*Adding options will add time to the cycle. See options information section.
**This is the approximate cycle time obtained with 120°F (49°C) hot water available at the dishwasher. Increase in time results from low
temperature of the incoming water.

OPTIONS CAN BE WHAT IT DOES ADDED TIME TO CYCLE ADDED
SELECTED WITH WATER
TYPICAL MAX GALLONS
(LITERS)
I I
Cleans pans, casseroles, HeavY Duty ® i
r etc., with tough food soil Normal Wash ProScrub spray It0'11_
II Pr0Scrub t to eliminate the need for jets to provide !-_
soaking and scrubbing of intensified c!eaning
dirtY baked-0n dishes, power to items at
the back of the
.. ,, lower rack. . . .
• Hi-Temp
Scrub 1
Sound On/Off-3 Sec
Raises the main wash
temperature to improve
cleaning for loads
containing tough, baked-
on food.
Heavy Duty
Normal Wash Raises the main wash temperature
from 105°F (41°C)
to 120°F (49°C).
22 40 0 - 3.0
(0 - 11.2)
Available with any
cycle
Cannot be used
with ProScrub ®
Option
Dries dishes with heat and IAvai!able with any Uses the heating 44 51 0
_1 a fanl This option with the Cycle except Rinse element to heat air,
use of rinse aid wil! provide I Only p!us asystem of I I I
the best drying vents and afan that
performance. Plastic tems ventilates moist air
are less likely to deform out of the I I
when loaded in the top dishwasher to
rack" Turn ProDryTM°pti°n Ispeed drying time& I I I
off for an air dry. ProDryTMoption
defaults to ON
When any Cyc e is
selected except for
.. ,, 1 Hour Wash. I I I
Heat
•Dry JDries dishes with heat.
This option with the use of
rinse aid will provide the
best drying performance.
Plastic items are less likely
to deform when loaded in
the top rack. Turn Heat Dry
off for an air dry.
Available with any
cycle except Rinse
Only
Activates the
heating element at
the end of the wash
cycle to speed
drying times. Heat
Dry defaults to ON
when any cycle is
selected except for
1 Hour Wash.
Slightly faster wash
for smaller loads -7 -30 0
52 52 0
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For added convenience,
use for washing a small
load of dishes in the top
rack to help keep the
kitchen continuously
clean.
due to the cYCle being ....
interrupted. I I I I I

OPTIONS CAN BE
SELECTED WITH WHAT IT DOES ADDED TIME TO CYCLE
TYPICAL MAX
Control Lock
F C°ntr°l 1Lock
Hold 3 Sec
or
4 Hour 1• Delay
Control Lock-3 Sec
ADDED
WATER
GALLONS
(LITERS)
Avoids unintended use of the dishwasher between cycles, or cycle and option changes during a cycle.
Toturn on Lock, press and hold CONTROL LOCK or 4 HOUR DELAY (depending on model) for 3 seconds. The Control
Lock light will stay on for a short time, indicating that it is activated, and all buttons are disabled. Ifyou press any button
while your dishwasher is locked, the light flashes 3 times. The dishwasher door can still be opened/closed while the
controls are locked.
NOTE: You may need to disable Sleep Mode by pressing either START/RESUME or CANCEL, or by opening and
closing the door before you are able to turn Control Lock off.
Toturn off Control Lock, press and hold CONTROL LOCK or 4 HOUR DELAY (depending on model) for 3 seconds. The
light turns off.
NOTE: If your model requires you to press and hold 4 HOUR DELAY to lock the controls, the Control Lock LED will be
on or off to indicate if Control Lock is active or not.
CONTROL PURPOSE COMMENTS
To start or resume a If the door is oPened during a CYcleor the power is interrupted, the Start/Resume
wash cycle indicator flashes. The cycle will not resume until the door is closed and START/RESUME is
pressed.
RepeatLastCycle NOTE: If the Start/Resume button is located on top of door, push door firmly closed within
3 seconds of pressing START/RESUME, !f the door is not closed within 3 seconds, the
Start/Resume button LED will flash; an audible tone will be heard, and the cycle will not
start.
IIICANCEL/
To reset any cycle or
options during
selection.
To cancel a wash
cycle after it's
started.
Press and hold CANCEL/DRAIN to reset any control selections made.
See "Canceling A Cycle" and "Changing A Cycle After Dishwasher Is Started" sections.
To turn the audible Press and hold the Hi,Temp scrub butt0n for 3 Seconds tot[
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