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KitchenAid KDFE104HWH User Manual

KitchenAid KDFE104HWH
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THANK YOU for purchasing this high-quality product. Register your new dishwasher at register.kitchenaid.com. In Canada, visit our
website at www.kitchenaid.ca.
For future reference please make a note of your product model and serial numbers. These can be located near the door on the right-
hand or left-hand side of the dishwasher interior.
Model Number_________________________________________ Serial Number___________________________________________
Table of Contents
DISHWASHER SAFETY .................................................................1
WHAT’S NEW IN YOUR DISHWASHER .......................................3
PARTS AND FEATURES ................................................................4
START-UP/QUICK REFERENCE ................................................... 5
QUICK STEPS ................................................................................ 5
DISHWASHER USE ........................................................................6
CYCLE AND OPTION DESCRIPTIONS ........................................8
DISHWASHER FEATURES ..........................................................11
FILTRATION SYSTEM ..................................................................12
DISHWASHER CARE ...................................................................13
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................14
WARRANTY ..................................................................................17
W11133228A
Dishwasher Safety
DISHWASHER
USER INSTRUCTIONS
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
You
can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
follow
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety
messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”
These words mean:
follow instructions.
instructions.
DANGER
WARNING
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KitchenAid KDFE104HWH Specifications

General IconGeneral
Stylebuilt-in dishwashers
Colorwhite
Load Capacity14
Number of Cycles5
Options/Settingsnormal, rinse, high temperature wash, sani rinse, express cycle, prowash, heat dry option, tough
Drying Typeheated drying
Noise level46 decibels adjusted
Control Typetouchpad
Delay Startyes
Number of Racks2
Sanitize Settingsno
Annual Energy Consumption270 kilowatt hours
Voltage120 volts
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth24 1/2 inches
Height34 1/2 inches
Width23 7/8 inches
Net Weight102 pounds

Summary

Dishwasher Safety

Important Safety Instructions

General Safety Precautions

Key safety guidelines for operating the dishwasher, including loading, detergent use, and potential hazards.

Grounding Requirements

Details on proper grounding for cord-connected and permanently connected dishwashers.

Start-Up and Quick Reference

Dishwasher Use: Preparation and Loading

Loading and Preparing Dishes

Guidance on removing food, loading dishes, and ensuring spray arm clearance for optimal cleaning.

Dishwasher Use: Cycles and Operation

Cycle and Option Customization

How to select wash cycles and customize them with available options for specific cleaning needs.

Starting and Resuming Cycles

Procedures for initiating a cycle and resuming it after interruption, including door closing requirements.

Cycle and Option Descriptions

Option Selections Explained

Controls and Cycle Management

Filtration System Maintenance

Removing Filter Assemblies

Step-by-step instructions for safely disassembling the upper and lower filter components.

Reinstalling Filter Assemblies

Detailed guide on correctly reassembling the filters to ensure proper function and prevent damage.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Dishwasher Fails to Start

Solutions for a non-operational dishwasher, checking power, door, and control lock status.

Detergent Dispenser Problems

Addressing issues where detergent remains in the dispenser or is not released properly.

Poor Dish Drying

Troubleshooting tips to improve drying performance, including rinse aid and cycle selection.

Water Fill Issues

Guidance for resolving problems where the dishwasher fails to fill with water.

Troubleshooting: Drains, Odors, and Soils

Drainage and Water Retention Issues

Solutions for water remaining in the tub or the dishwasher not draining properly.

Hard Water and Residue Solutions

Methods to remove and prevent white residue caused by hard water deposits.

Poor Cleaning and Soil Removal

Troubleshooting steps for food soils remaining on dishes and incomplete cycles.

Sanitization and Dishware Care

Resolving sanitization indicator issues and preventing damage to dishware.

Troubleshooting: Lights, Spots, and Leaks

Cloudiness and Spotting Solutions

Addressing cloudiness and spotting on dishes, differentiating from permanent etching.

Etching Prevention and Causes

Information on permanent glassware etching and how to avoid it through proper usage.

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