KitchenAid KIDS36EP manual Troubleshooting, Drain AirGap, Storing

Drain AirGap

To clean the drain air gap

Check the drain air gap anytime your dishwasher isn’t draining well.

If a drain is clogged, the drain air gap protects your dishwasher from water backing up into it.

Clean the drain air gap periodically to ensure proper drainage of your dishwasher. Lift off the outer cover. Unscrew the plastic cap. Then check for any soil buildup. Clean if necessary.

NOTE: The fill air gap is located to the right of the drain air gap and does not require maintenance.

Storing

Storing for the summer

Protect your dishwasher during the summer months by turning off the water supply and power supply to the dishwasher.

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 temperatures, have your dishwasher winterized by authorized service personnel.

TROUBLESHOOTING

First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid the cost of a service call...

Dishwasher is not operating properly

■Dishwasher does not run or stops during a cycle Is the lid closed tightly and latched?

Is the right cycle selected? Refer to the “Cycle Selection Charts.”

■Odor in the dishwasher

Are dishes washed only every 2 or 3 days? Run a rinse cycle once or twice a day until you have a full load.

Does the dishwasher have a new plastic smell? Run a vinegar rinse as described in “Spotting and filming on dishes” later in this Troubleshooting guide.

Is there power to the dishwasher? Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped?

Has the Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) tripped? Press the Reset button. Indicator should be visible inside the indicator window. Refer to the “Before Using Your Dishwasher” section. If the GFCI does not reset, call for service.

Has the motor stopped due to an overload? The motor automatically resets itself within a few minutes. If it does not restart, call for service.

Is the Drain stopper closed? If it is not closed properly, selected cycle immediately ends, lid pops open, and Check Drain indicator is lit.

■Dishwasher will not fill

Is the water shut-off valve (if installed) turned on?

■Dishwasher seems to run too long

Is the water supplied to the dishwasher hot enough? The dishwasher runs longer while heating water. Refer to the “Dishwasher Performance Tips” section.

A delay automatically occurs in some wash and rinse cycles until the water reaches the proper temperature.

■Water remains in the dishwasher Is the cycle complete?

Spots and stains on dishes

■Spotting and filming on dishes

Is your water hard or is there a high mineral content in your

Dishes are not completely clean

■Food soil left on the dishes

Is the dishwasher loaded correctly? Refer to the “Dishwasher Loading” section.

Is the water temperature too low? For best dishwashing results, water should be 120°F (49°C) as it enters the dishwasher. Refer to the “Dishwasher Performance Tips” section.

Did you use the correct amount of fresh detergent? Use recommended dishwasher detergents only. Refer to the “Detergent Use” section. Do not use less than 1 tsp (5 g) per load. Detergent must be fresh to be effective. Store detergent in a cool, dry area. Heavy soil and/or hard water generally require extra detergent.

Is the pump or spray arm clogged by labels from bottles and cans?

Is the home water pressure high enough for proper dishwasher filling? Home water pressure should be 20 to

120 psi (138 to 828 kPa) for proper dishwasher fill. A booster pump on the water supply can be added if pressure is

too low.

Are high suds slowing the wash arm? Do not use soap or laundry detergents. Use recommended dishwasher detergents only.

water? Conditioning the final rinse water with a liquid rinse aid helps eliminate spotting and filming. Keep the rinse aid dispenser filled.

Is the water temperature too low? For best dishwashing results, water should be 120°F (49°C) as it enters the

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