KitchenAid KUDR25SH manual Drain Air Gap, Storing Your Dishwasher

Drain Air Gap

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

Some state or local plumbing codes require the addition of a drain air gap between a built-in dishwasher and the home drain system. If a drain is clogged, the drain air gap protects your dishwasher from water backing up into it.

The drain air gap is usually located on top of the sink or countertop near the dishwasher. To order a drain air gap call your local dealer, or in the U.S.A., call the Consumer Assistance Center at 1-800-422-1230 and ask for Part Number 300096.

NOTE: The drain air gap is an external plumbing device that is not part of your dishwasher. The warranty provided with your dishwasher does not cover service costs directly associated with the cleaning or repair of the external drain air gap.

To clean the drain air gap

Clean the drain air gap periodically to ensure proper drainage of your dishwasher. Follow the cleaning instructions provided by the manufacturer. With most types, you lift off the chrome cover. Unscrew the plastic cap. Then check for any soil buildup. Clean if necessary.

Storing Your Dishwasher

Storing for the summer

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

Moving or 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 a qualified person do the following:

1.Disconnect power supply to the dishwasher.

2.Turn off water supply to the dishwasher.

3.Remove the 4 screws on the lower access panel. Remove the lower access panel.

4.Place a shallow pan under the water supply valve. Then, use a wrench to disconnect the water inlet from the water supply valve. Separate the water inlet from the water supply valve and drain water into the pan.

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1.Water outlet

2.Spring clamps

3.Water supply valve

4.Water inlet

5.Water pump and motor

6.Drain hose

5.Remove the spring clamp from the water outlet and separate from the water supply valve; drain water into pan.

6.Reconnect both water inlet and water outlet to the water supply valve.

7.Empty the pan and reposition it under the water pump.

8.Remove the clamp and disconnect the drain hose from the water pump; drain water into pan.

9.Reconnect drain hose to the water pump, being sure to position the clamp over the connection.

10.Replace the lower access panel.

NOTE: If your dishwasher is connected to a garbage disposal, do not run water into the sink after winterizing. This could cause water to refill the drain hose on your dishwasher.

Reconnecting your dishwasher

1.Remove the 4 screws on the lower access panel and remove lower access panel.

2.Turn on the water supply to dishwasher.

3.Turn on power supply to dishwasher.

4.Run dishwasher through a complete cycle and check for leaks.

5.Replace lower access panel.

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