KitchenAid 44 dBA Dishwasher with Window and Lighted Interior Utilizzo E Cura

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 Care

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.

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. 

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.

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. 

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.

Removal of Hard Water/Filming:
We recommended to use a monthly maintenance product such as affresh

®

 

Dishwasher Cleaner.

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Load your dishwasher (preferably with dishes affected by filming/ hard water).

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Place tablet in main wash compartment of detergent dispenser.

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Select the cycle/option best for heavily soiled dishes and start the dishwasher.

To Manually 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 the “Troubleshooting” section.

NOTE: Run a normal cycle with dishwasher detergent after cleaning the interior.

†® affresh is a registered trademark of Whirlpool, U.S.A.