KitchenAid KDPE234GBS Use & Care Guide - Page 12

Using the Bottle Wash feature (on some models) Up to three sports bottles, baby bottles or other narrow items may be washed in the upper rack with this feature. To wash bottles: 1. Select BOTTLE WASH on the control panel. 2. Flip up any or all three of the nozzles just far enough to fit inside your particular item. 3. Securely place items over the nozzles. A B A. Water flows through these holes when the nozzle is flipped down. B. Water flows through these holes when the nozzle is flipped up. When you do not need to wash bottles, flip the nozzles down until they stop. Filtration System Your dishwasher has the latest technology in dishwasher filtration. This filtration system minimizes sound and optimizes water and energy conservation while providing superior cleaning. The filter system consists of two parts, an upper filter assembly and a lower filter. IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to dishwasher, do not operate your dishwasher without filters properly installed. Be sure lower filter is securely in place and upper filter assembly is locked into place. If upper assembly turns freely, it is not locked into place. Upper filter assembly The filters may need to be cleaned when: ■■ Visible objects or soils are on the upper filter assembly. ■■ Dishes feel gritty to the touch. Lower filter It is very easy to remove and maintain the filters. The chart below shows the recommended cleaning frequency. RECOMMENDED TIME INTERVAL TO CLEAN YOUR FILTER Number of Loads Per Week If you only scrape before loading* If you scrape and rinse before loading If you wash before loading 8-12 Every 2 months Every 4 months Once per year 4-7 Every 4 months Once per year Once per year 1-3 Twice per year Once per year Once per year *Scrape excess food into the trash or food disposer prior to loading the dishwasher. We recommend this practice because it 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 If you have hard water (above 15 grains), clean your filter at least once per month. Buildup of white residue on your dishwasher indicates hard water. For tips on removing spots and stains, see the "Troubleshooting" section. Filter Removal Instructions 1. Turn the upper filter assembly a quarter turn counterclockwise and lift out. Locating tab To remove upper filter assembly 2. Separate the upper filter assembly by gently pulling apart. 3. Clean the filters as shown. 12