KitchenAid KUDE03FTSS Dishwasher Care, Troubleshooting, Very Hard Water, Cleaning Instructions

Very Hard Water

Filter Reinstallation Instructions

If you have hard water (above 15 grains), clean your filter at least once per month. Building up of white residue on your dishwasher indicates hard water. For tips on removing spots and stains, see “Troubleshooting” section.

1. Noting the previous

illustrations, place the

Lower Filter under the

Locating Tabs in the

Locating tab

Filter Removal Instructions

1.	Turn the Upper Filter
	Assembly ¼ turn
	counterclockwise and lift
	out.
2.	Grasp the Lower Filter in
	the circular opening, lift

Locating tab

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bottom of the dishwasher

so the round opening for

the Upper Filter Assembly

lines up with the round

opening in the bottom of

the tub.

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UNLOCK

slightly, and pull forward to

remove.

3. Clean the filters as shown

below.

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To replace Upper Filter Assembly

2. Insert the Upper Filter Assembly into the circular opening in

the Lower Filter.

To remove Upper Filter Assembly

Cleaning Instructions

IMPORTANT: Do not use wire brush, scouring pad, etc. as they may damage the filters.

Rinse filter under running water until most soils are removed. If you have hard-to-remove soils or calcium deposits from hard water, a soft brush may be required.

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3. Slowly rotate the filter clockwise until it drops into place.

Continue to rotate until the filter is locked into place. If the

filter is not fully seated (still turns freely), continue to turn

the filter clockwise until it drops and locks into place.

NOTE: The Upper Filter Assembly arrow does not have to

align with the arrow in the Lower Filter as long as the filter is

locked.

IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to dishwasher, do not operate your dishwasher without the filters properly installed. Be sure the Lower Filter is securely in place and the Upper Filter Assembly is locked into place. If the Upper Filter Assembly turns freely, it is not locked into place.

Dishwasher Care

Cleaning the Dishwasher

Clean the exterior of the dishwasher with a soft, damp cloth and mild detergent. If your dishwasher has a stainless steel exterior, a stainless steel cleaner is recommended.

Clean the interior of the dishwasher, with a paste of powdered dishwasher detergent and water or use liquid dishwasher detergent on a damp sponge to clean the cooled-down interior.

A white vinegar rinse may remove white spots and film. Vinegar is an acid, and using it too often could damage your dishwasher.

Put 2 cups (500 mL) white vinegar in a glass or dishwasher-safe measuring cup on the bottom rack. Run the dishwasher through a complete washing cycle using an air-dry or an energy-saving dry option. Do not use detergent. Vinegar will mix with the wash water.

If you have a drain air gap, check and clean it if the dishwasher isn't draining well.

Storing the Dishwasher

If you will not be using the dishwasher during the summer months, turn off the water and power supply to the dishwasher. In the winter, if the dishwasher could be exposed to near freezing temperatures or is left in a seasonal dwelling such as a second home or vacation home, avoid water damage by having your dishwasher winterized by authorized service personnel.

Troubleshooting

First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

to possibly avoid the cost of a service call.

In the U.S.A., www.kitchenaid.com In Canada, www.kitchenaid.ca

Dishwasher is not operating properly

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

Is the right cycle selected?

Is there power to the dishwasher? Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.

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 water shutoff valve (if installed) turned on?

It is normal for certain cycles to repeatedly pause for several seconds during the main wash.

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