KitchenAid 24'' 6-Cycle/5-Option Dishwasher, Architect® Series II Use & Care Manual

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Start-Up/Quick Reference (varies by model)
 
Clean EQ Wash System removable filters to maintain 
peak performance
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 the “Filtration System” 
section for information on 
removing and maintaining 
the filters.
IMPORTANT: Do not block detergent dispenser.
For hinged style detergent 
dispensers, 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 ProDry™ option will 
provide best drying and avoid 
excessive moisture in the 
dishwasher interior.
For best drying, use the Heat 
Dry or ProDry™ option.
Dispensers vary by model
Express Wash - When you need fast results.
Efficient dishwashers run longer to save water 
and energy, just as driving a car slower saves 
on gas. When you need fast results, the 
Express 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 Express Wash cycle)
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or
SLIDE
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 Tough cycles are 
recommended for tough soil. No need to 
prerinse dishes; just scrape and load.
ProScrub
®
 Option to clean baked-on food 
(on 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.
The upper rack has 
2 spray zones in the 
front corners to 
reach into deeper or 
oddly shaped items.
A. Back of dishwasher 
Press START/RESUME every time you add a dish.
IMPORTANT: If anyone opens the door (such 
as, for 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/
Resume 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 “Add Detergent” 
and “Add Rinse Aid” in the “Dishwasher Use” section, to 
determine the amount of detergent needed based on your 
water hardness. 
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