KitchenAid Sculptura KUDS24SE User manual

Model
KUDS24SE
9743095 Rev. A

Thank you for buying aKITCHENAID' 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. Please read it carefully.
Also, please complete and mail the enclosed Product Registration Card.
In the U.S.A.
For assistance or service
Call the Consumer Assistance Center toll free ..................................... 1-800-422-1230
24 hours a day
Throughout Canada for assistance
Call the Consumer Assistance Centre toll free ..................................... 1-800-461-5681
8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. (EST)
Throughout Canada for service
Call toll free ............................................................................................ 1-800-807-6777
8 a.m. - 6p.m. (EST)
If you need assistance or service, first see the "Troubleshooting" section of this book. After
checking "Troubleshooting", additional help can be found by checking the "Requesting Assis-
tance or Service" section, or by calling one of the telephone numbers above.
When calling, you will need to know your appliance's complete model number and serial
number. You can find this information on the model and serial number label (see diagram
on page 4).
Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference. You must
provide proof of purchase or installation date for in-warranty service.
Model Number
Serial Number
Date Installed
BuilderlDealer Name
Address
Phone

Your safety is important to us.
This guide contains safety symbols and statements. Please pay special attention to these
symbols and follow any instructionsgiven. Here is abrief explanation ofthe use of the symbol.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING - When using your dishwasher,
follow basic precautions, including the
following:
• Read all instructions before using the
dishwasher.
• Use the dishwasher only for its intended
function.
Use only detergents or rinse agents recom-
mended for use in a dishwasher, and keep
them out of the reach of children.
When loading items to be washed:
- Locate sharp items so that they are not
likely to damage the door seal.
- Load sharp knives with the handles up to
reduce the risk of cut-type injuries.
• DOnot 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 your dishwasher unless all
enclosure panels are properly in place.
=Do not tamper with controls.
= Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door
or dish racksof the dishwasher.
To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow
children to play in or on a dishwasher.
* Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas
may be produced in ahot water system
that has not been used for two weeks or
more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.
Ifthe hot water system has not been used
for such a period, before using the dish-
washer turn on all hot water faucets and
letthe 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 to the washing compart-
ment when removing an old dishwasher
from service or discarding it.
- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -

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.
Water inlet
opening _
Model and
serial
number label ._._,
Sure-Hold
cup shelf
(p. 12)
Sure-Hold
cup shelf
(p. 9)
Upper
Upper rack
(pp. 8-10)
FLEXlBASKET*
silverware
basket
(p. 13)
Lower rack
(pp. 11-12) 4-way
HYDROSWEEP*
spray arm
(p. 23)
Detergent
(p. 15)
Overflow
protection
float
(p. 23)
Rinse
agent
dispenser
(p. 17)
Other features:
Fold-down tines, upper rack (p. 9)
Stemware holders (p. 10)
Sure-Hold clips (p. 10)
Fold-down tines, lower rack (p. 12)

Control Panel
CYCLE MONITOR
WASH RINSE DRY CLaN
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WASH SELECTIONS
Cycle pads
WATERHEATING CHILDLOCK RINSEAIDEMPTY
C223
OPTIONS
Option pads
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Fire Hazard
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to do so can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
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.
Install where dishwasher is protected from
the elements. Protect against freezing to
avoid possible rupture of fill valve. Such
ruptures are not covered by the warranty.
See winter storage information on page 24.
, Install and level dishwasher on a floor that
will hold the weight, and in an area suitable
for its size and use.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Electrically ground dishwasher.
Connect ground wire to green ground
nut in terminal box.
Failure to do so can result in death
or electrical shock.
Remove all shipping plugs from hoses and
connectors (such as the cap on the drain
outlet) before installing. See Installation
Instructions for complete information.

Using your new KITCHENAID* dishwasher is simple. Follow the steps below to
get started. For more information on specific steps and additional safety informa-
tion, see the page(s) next to the step you would like to know more about.
NOTE: Before using your dishwasher, remove all hang tags, temporary labels,
and packaging materials. Please also read the entire Use and Care Guide as it
contains important operating and safety information.
How to use your dishwasher
1. Load the dishwasher. See pages 8-13.
2. Spin the upper spray arm. It should turn
freely. Check the lower
spray arm also to
make sure it turns
freely.
3. Add detergent. See pages 15-16.
4. Add rinse agent if needed. See page 17.
5. Push door firmly when closing.
6. Press the desired Wash Selection pad. See
the "Cycle selection
chart" on page 18.
Then press the desired
Option(s) pad(s). See
page 19 for "Option
selections".
7. Run hot water at sink nearest dishwasher
until water is hot. Turn
off water. See page 22.
8. Press the Start pad. The cycle will start
(if Delay Hours has
not been selected).

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,
and other hard items from dishes. It is not
necessary to rinse dishes before putting
them into the dishwasher.
Load dishes so soiled surfaces face the
spray (down or inward). It is important for
the water spray to reach all soiled surfaces.
"Take care when loading heavy pots or pans
into the dishwasher. They can dent the
stainless steel interior of the door if they are
dropped or bumped.
•Make sure pot lids and handles do not touch
interior walls or interfere with the spray arm
rotation.
Run a Rinse Only cycle to keep dishes
moist if you do not plan to wash them soon.
Foods like eggs, rice, pasta, spinach, and
cooked cereals may be hard to remove if
they are left to dry.
Loading the upper rack
The upper rack is designed for cups,
glasses, and other small items.
,, Load cups and glasses in the upper rack
only, in the rows between the prongs.
Placing them over the prongs can cause
them to chip or break.
', China, crystal, and other delicate items
must not touch each other during dish-
washer operation. Damage may occur.
•Place items so open ends face down for
best cleaning and draining.
Load plastic items securely in the upper
rack only. Wash only plastic items marked
"dishwasher safe".
,, Secure lightweight items so they don't
overturn during washing. Wedge light-
weight items against one another or
overlap them with heavier dishes. (See
page 10 on using the Sure-Hold clips.)
•Load bowls in the center section for best
stability.
Cup and glass load
Mixed load

Loading the upper rack (cont.)
Sure-Hold cup shelf
Fold down the extra shelf on the top rack to
hold additional cups and glasses, or small
items like long utensils and spatulas.
Cup shelf
FiexiSptit fold-down tines
The row of split tines on the right side of the
rack are adjustable to accommodate a
variety of dishes. These adjustable tines
have blue caps.
• To adjust the front half, move the adjustor
at the front of the rack towards the right to
wedge plastic or other lightweight items
against the side of the rack. Move the
adjuster left to make room for larger
dishes.
To adjust the back half, push the tines
down gently toward the center of the rack.
Flexi Fold-Down tines
The row of tines on the left side of the rack
are also adjustable. Push the tines down
gently toward the center of the rack to make
room for larger dishes.

Loading the upper rack (cont.)
Stemware holders
Use the stemware holders (attached to the
cup shelf) to keep water goblets, wine
glasses, etc., in place and prevent damage
during washing.
Stemware holder
Sure-Hold clips
The Sure-H01d clips hold lightweight plastic
items like cups, lids, or bowls in place during
washing. Move a clip anywhere in the rack
by pulling it up and off the tine and reposi-
tioning itin another tine.
Sure-Hold clip