KitchenAid KDTE334DSS Owner's Manual
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It is very easy to remove and maintain the filters. The chart below shows the recommended cleaning frequency.
*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
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.
once per month. Building up of white residue on your dishwasher
indicates hard water. For tips on removing spots and stains, see
“Troubleshooting” section.
Cleaning Instructions
IMPORTANT: Do not use wire brush, scouring pad, etc., as they
may damage the filters.
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.
have hard-to-remove soils or calcium deposits from hard water, a
soft brush may be required.
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to dishwasher, do not operate your
dishwasher without the filters properly installed. Be sure the Lower
Filter is securely in place and the Upper Filter Assembly is locked
into place. If the Upper Filter Assembly turns freely, it is not locked
into place.
dishwasher without the filters properly installed. Be sure the Lower
Filter is securely in place and the Upper Filter Assembly is locked
into place. If the Upper Filter Assembly turns freely, it is not locked
into place.
Dishwasher Care
Cleaning
RECOMMENDED TIME INTERVALS TO CLEAN YOUR FILTER
Number of Loads
Per Week
Per Week
If you wash
before loading
before loading
If you scrape and rinse
before loading
before loading
If you only scrape
before loading*
before loading*
If you do not scrape or rinse
before loading
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
Filter Removal Instructions
1. Turn the Upper Filter
Assembly ¼ turn
counterclockwise and lift
out.
counterclockwise and lift
out.
2. Grasp the Lower Filter in
the circular opening, lift
slightly, and pull forward to
remove.
slightly, and pull forward to
remove.
3. Clean the filters as shown
below.
To remove Upper Filter Assembly
L
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C
K
UNLOC
K
PUSH DOWN &
TU
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Filter Reinstallation Instructions
1. Noting the previous
illustrations, place the
Lower Filter under the
Locating Tabs in the
bottom of the dishwasher
so the round opening for
the Upper Filter Assembly
lines up with the round
opening in the bottom of
the tub.
Lower Filter under the
Locating Tabs in the
bottom of the dishwasher
so the round opening for
the Upper Filter Assembly
lines up with the round
opening in the bottom of
the tub.
To replace Upper Filter Assembly
2. Insert the Upper Filter Assembly into the circular opening in
the Lower Filter.
3. Slowly rotate the filter clockwise until it drops into place.
Continue to rotate until the filter is locked into place. If the
filter is not fully seated (still turns freely), continue to turn
the filter clockwise until it drops and locks into place.
filter is not fully seated (still turns freely), continue to turn
the filter clockwise until it drops and locks into place.
NOTE: The Upper Filter Assembly arrow does not have to
align with the arrow in the Lower Filter as long as the filter is
locked.
align with the arrow in the Lower Filter as long as the filter is
locked.
LO
C
K
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N
LOC
K
PUSH
DO
W
N
&
T
U
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†® affresh is a registered trademark of Whirlpool, U.S.A.
Cleaning the exterior
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
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.