KitchenAid KDPE204GPS Owners Manual - Page 3
Operating Your Dishwasher
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OPERATING YOUR DISHWASHER 1.Prepare and load the dishwasher 2.Check that all arms spin freely Items in the rack can block the spray arms. 10-place load - upper rack 10-place load - lower rack 12-place load - upper rack 12-place load - lower rack IMPORTANT: Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks, and other hard items from dishes. Remove labels from containers before washing. ■■ Make sure when the dishwasher door is closed no items are blocking detergent dispenser. ■■ Items should be loaded with soiled surfaces facing down and inward to the spray as shown in the graphics above. This will improve cleaning and drying results. Angle dirtiest dish surface downward, allowing space for water to flow up through rack and between dishes. ■■ Avoid overlapping items, like bowls or plates that may trap food. ■■ Place plastics, small plates, and glasses in upper rack. ■■ Wash only items marked "dishwasher safe." ■■ To avoid thumping/clattering noises during operation: Load dishes so they do not touch one another. Make sure lightweight load items are secured in racks. ■■ When loading silverware, always place sharp items pointing down and avoid "nesting" as shown. If your silverware does not fit into the designated slots, lift and slide covers off to remove them and mix silverware types to keep them separated. ■■ Use the slots in the covers and suggested loading patterns to keep your silverware separated for optimum wash. See the complete online User Instructions for detailed illustrations. 3.Add detergent Premeasured Detergents High-quality premeasured tablets and packs are recommended for improved performance. Quality tablets and packs have been proven better than powder, liquid, or gel detergents at reducing filming on dishes. Using tablets and packs over time will start to reduce or eliminate white film. They are suitable for all water hardness and soil levels. Also, by using a rinse aid, you can minimize repeat buildup of white SLIDE film (not all packs and tablets contain rinse aid). Always place premeasured detergents in main compartment and close lid. NOTE: Follow instructions on the package when using other dishwasher detergent types. See the complete User Instructions for more details about powders, liquids, and gels. ■■ Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Add detergent just before starting a cycle. ■■ Fresh automatic dishwasher detergent results in better cleaning. Store tightly closed detergent container in a cool, dry place. To close lid To open lid SLIDE SLIDE Place selected detergent in the dispenser. Place finger, as shown, and slide lid closed. Press firmly until it clicks. Push OPEN, as shown, and the lid will slide open. 4.Add rinse aid ■■ Your dishwasher is designed to use rinse aid for good drying performance. Without rinse aid, your dishes and dishwasher interior will have excessive moisture. The heating and drying options will not perform as well without rinse aid. ■■ Rinse aid keeps water from forming droplets that can dry as spots or streaks. It also improves drying by allowing water to drain off of dishes after final rinse. Rinse aid does not adhere to dishware, and when used, it is dispensed during each cycle. 3