KitchenAid KUDE60FXSS Use & Care Guide - Page 5

Start-Up / quick reference (varies by model) Clean EQ Wash System removable filters to maintain peak performance. L O CK Cleaning the filters periodically helps keep the dishwasher working at peak performance. The filters can be found at the bottom center of your dishwasher. See "FILTRATION SYSTEM" for information on removing and maintaining the filters. L PUSH DOWN & TURN O CK UN IMPORTANT: Do not block detergent dispenser. Tall items placed in the lower rack may block the dispenser door. Cookie sheets and cutting boards loaded on the left-hand side of the dishwasher can easily block the dispenser. If detergent is inside of the dispenser or on the bottom of the tub after the cycle is complete, the dispenser was blocked. Drying - Rinse Aid is essential. You must use a drying agent such as a rinse aid for good drying performance (sample included). Rinse aid along with the Heat Dry or ProDry™ option will provide best drying and avoid excessive moisture in the dishwasher interior. USE RINSE AID FOR Full BETTER DRYING Lock Add Refill or 1 Hour Wash - When you need fast results. Efficient dishwashers run longer to save water and energy, just like driving a car slower saves on gas. When you need fast results, the 1 Hour Wash will clean your dishes using slightly more water and energy. Select the Heat Dry or ProDry™ option to speed drying times (adds approximately 27 to 35 minutes to the 1 Hour Wash cycle). ProWash™ cycle for optimal cleaning The most advanced and versatile cycle. ProWash™ cycle senses the load size, soil amount, and toughness of soil, to adjust the cycle for optimal cleaning using only the amount of water and energy needed. The ProWash™ and Heavy Duty cycles are recommended for tough soil. No need to prerinse dishes; just scrape and load. ProScrub® Option for loading to clean baked-on food (some models) When the ProScrub® option is selected, it provides a concentrated wash on the back of the lower dish rack for hard-to-clean dishes. Place these dishes with the soiled surface of the dish toward the ProScrub® spray jets in the lower rack of the dishwasher. Back of dishwasher Press START/RESUME every time you add a dish. IMPORTANT: If anyone opens the door (such as, adding a dish, even during the Delay Hours option), the START/RESUME button must be pressed each time. If the START/RESUME button is located on top of door: Push door firmly closed within 3 seconds of pressing START/RESUME. If the door is not closed within 3 seconds, the start button LED will flash, an audible tone will be heard, and the cycle will not start. Proper Detergent Dosing It is possible to use too much detergent in your dishwasher. This can lead to etching of your dishes. See "Dishwasher Use, Add Detergent" to determine the amount of detergent needed based on your water hardness. 5