KitchenAid KUDD01DP manual Rinse Aid Dispenser, Performance Tips

Rinse Aid Dispenser

The regular use of liquid rinse aid gives the best drying results. Rinse aids prevent water from forming droplets that can dry as spots or streaks. They also help prevent metal from tarnishing. They improve drying by allowing water to drain off of the dishes during the final rinse. Your dishwasher is designed to use a liquid rinse aid. Do not use a solid or bar-type rinse aid.

The rinse aid dispenser is located on the front inside of the drawer underneath the detergent dispenser.

Performance Tips

Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing detergent. Hot water also dissolves grease on dishes and helps glasses dry spot-free. For best dishwashing results, water should be 120°F (49°C) as it enters the dishwasher. Loads may not wash as well if the water temperature is too low. Water that is too hot can make some soils harder to remove and cause certain detergent ingredients not to function. If your water heater is located far from the dishwasher, it may be necessary to run the hot water at the faucet closest to the dishwasher to minimize the amount of cold water in the water line.

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A. Rinse aid plug

B. Rinse aid indicator light

C. Rinse aid dispenser

How much rinse aid to use

The regulator may need adjusting to suit your water conditions. The lowest setting is “1” and the highest is “5.” For hard water, the rinse aid dispenser should be used with its setting fixed at 5. (See “Option Selections and Adjustments” section.)

NOTE: If there is excessive foam at the end of the wash, reduce the rinse aid dispenser setting. If dishes are wet or streaky after drying, increase the rinse aid dispenser setting.

Filling the rinse aid dispenser

The rinse aid dispenser holds 1.7 oz (50.28 mL) of rinse aid. Under normal conditions, this will last for about 1 to 2 months. Try to keep it full, but be sure not to overfill it.

1.Turn the plug counterclockwise and remove.

2.Pour the rinse aid into the circular opening.

3.Take care not to spill rinse aid into the drawer. Any spills must be wiped up to prevent excess foaming.

4.Fit the plug back into the original position.

Rinse Aid indicator

If the rinse aid indicator light is red, refill the dispenser. If the rinse aid indicator light is not lit, there is enough rinse aid for the wash. You do not have to wait until the dispenser is empty to refill.

To check water temperature

1.Run hot water at the faucet closest to your dishwasher for at least 1 minute.

2.Place a candy or meat thermometer in a glass measuring cup.

3.Check the temperature on the thermometer as the water is running into the cup.

■To save water, energy and time, do not rinse dishes before putting them into the dishwasher.

■Choose the cycle that describes the most difficult soil on your dish load.

■Do not worry about mixed loads. Any item that is dishwasher safe can be washed using any cycle. (See “NOTES:” in the “Loading Silverware Basket” section.)

■Use a delay feature to run your dishwasher during off-peak hours. Local utilities recommend avoiding heavy usage of energy at certain times of day. (See “Option Selections and Adjustments.”)

■Use a rinse aid to improve drying.

■Use cycles or options that add extra heat to the wash or rinse portion of the cycle for better performance.

■Run your dishwasher with full loads. Run a rinse cycle after meals until the dishwasher is full.

■If your home is equipped with a water softener, you may want to avoid starting the dishwasher during the regeneration of the softener, since this may contribute to poor wash performance.

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