KitchenAid KDTM354ESS Use & Care Guide - Page 14

Cleaning Cleaning the exterior Dishwasher Care In most cases, regular use of a soft, damp cloth or sponge and a mild detergent is all that is necessary to keep the outside of your dishwasher looking nice and clean. If your dishwasher has a stainless steel exterior, a stainless steel cleaner is recommended, such as affresh®† Stainless Steel Cleaner Part Number W10355016. Cleaning the interior Hard water minerals can cause a white film to build up on the inside surfaces, especially just beneath the door area. Do not clean the dishwasher interior until it has cooled. You may want to wear rubber gloves. Do not use any type of cleanser other than dishwasher detergent because it may cause foaming or sudsing. To clean interior: Make a paste with powdered dishwasher detergent on a damp sponge and clean. OR Use liquid automatic dishwasher detergent and clean with a damp sponge. OR See the vinegar rinse procedure in "Cloudy or spotted dishware (and hard water solution)" in "Troubleshooting" section. NOTE: Run a normal cycle with dishwasher detergent after cleaning the interior. Dishwasher Maintenance Procedure Cleaning the Dishwasher Clean the exterior of dishwasher with a soft, damp cloth and mild detergent. If your dishwasher has a stainless steel exterior, a stainless steel cleaner is recommended, such as affresh® Stainless Steel Cleaner Part Number W10355016. Removal of Hard Water / Filming: It is recommended to use a monthly maintenance product such as affresh® Dishwasher Cleaner Part Number W10282479. ■ Load your dishwasher (preferably with dishes affected by filming / hard water). ■ Place tablet in main wash compartment of detergent dispenser. ■ Select cycle/option best for heavily soiled dishes and start dishwasher. NOTE: It is recommended to use a premeasured detergent tablet or pack for regular daily use. †® affresh is a registered trademark of Whirlpool, U.S.A. 14