KitchenAid KUDE70FXPA Use & Care Guide - Page 14

Filtration System Your dishwasher has the latest technology in dishwasher filtration. This triple filtration system minimizes sound and optimizes water and energy conservation while providing superior cleaning performance. Throughout the life of your dishwasher, the filter will require maintenance to sustain peak cleaning performance. The triple filter system consists of 2 parts, an upper filter assembly and a lower filter. ■ The upper filter assembly keeps oversized items and foreign objects, along with very fine food particles, out of the pump. ■ The lower filter keeps food from being recirculated onto your dishware. The filters may need to be cleaned when: ■ Visible objects or soils are on the Upper Filter Assembly. ■ There is degradation in cleaning performance (that is, soils still present on dishes). Upper Filter Assembly ■ Dishes feel gritty to the touch. It is very easy to remove and maintain the filters. The chart below shows the recommended cleaning frequency. Lower Filter RECOMMENDED TIME INTERVALS TO CLEAN YOUR FILTER Number of Loads If you wash Per Week before loading If you scrape and rinse If you only scrape before loading before loading* If you do not scrape or rinse before loading 1-3 Once per year Once per year Twice per year Every two months 4-7 Once per year Once per year Twice per year Once per month 8-12 Once per year Twice per year Every three months Every two weeks 13-14 Once per year Twice per year Every three months Once per week *Manufacturer's recommendation: This practice will conserve the water and energy that you would have used to prepare your dishes. This will also save you time and effort. Very Hard Water Cleaning 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. Filter Removal 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. 1. Turn the Upper Filter Assembly ¼ turn counterclockwise and lift out. 2. Grasp the Lower Filter in the circular opening, lift slightly, and pull forward to remove. 3. Clean the filters as shown below. C LO PUSH DOWN & TURN K UNLOCK To remove Upper Filter Assembly 14