Manual for KDW243A

Manual for KDW243A

Brand: KENWOOD

Category: Dishwasher

Document Type: Manual

Language: EN

Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 7:43 p.m.

Warranty Information

No warranty information is provided in this manual.

  • Control Panel: Familiarize yourself with the buttons for power, half wash, delay start, and program selection.
  • Dishwasher Features: Understand the components like upper and lower racks, spray arms, detergent dispenser, and rinse aid dispenser.
  • Wash Cycle Table: Choose the appropriate cycle (Normal, Intensive, Economy, Rinse, Light, Rapid, Soak) based on soil level and time.
  • Water Softener: Load salt into the softener and adjust salt consumption based on water hardness.
  • Detergent Dispenser: Use only dishwasher-specific detergent, adding it just before starting.
  • Rinse Aid Dispenser: Fill with liquid rinse aid and adjust the dispenser setting.
  • Loading: Properly load the upper and lower racks and the silverware basket, ensuring spray arms are not blocked.
  • Starting a Cycle: Ensure water and power are on, load dishes, add detergent, press ON/OFF, select program, and close the door.
  • End of Cycle: Wait for the buzzer, turn off the appliance, and let dishes cool before unloading.
  • Filtering System: Regularly clean the main, coarse, and fine filters.
  • Caring: Clean the exterior, control panel, spray arms, and door. Protect against freezing if necessary.

Troubleshooting and error codes

Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Dishwasher doesn't run Fuse blown, or the circuit breaker acted Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances sharing the same circuit with the dishwasher
Power supply is not turned on Make sure the dishwasher is turned on and the door is closed securely.
Make sure the power cord is properly plugged into the wall socket.
Drain pump doesn't stop Water pressure is low Check that the water supply is connected properly and the water is turned on.
Overflow The system is designed to detect an overflow. When it does, it shuts off the circulation pump and turns on the drain pump. Service required.
Noise Some audible sounds are normal Sound from soft food shredding action and detergent cup opening.
Utensils are not secure in the baskets or something small has dropped into the basket Ensure everything is secured in the dishwasher.
Motor hums Dishwasher has not been used regularly. If you do not use it often, remember to set it to fill and pump out every week, which will help keep the seal moist.
Suds in the tub Improper detergent Use only the special dishwasher detergent to avoid suds. If this occurs, open the dishwasher and let suds evaporate.
Spilled rinse agent Add 1 gallon of cold water to the tub. Close and latch the dishwasher, then drain out the water by slowly turning the Dial until a drain period is reached. Repeat if necessary. Always wipe up rinse agent spills immediately.
Stained tub interior Detergent with colorant was used Make sure that the detergent has no colorant.
Dishes are not dried Rinse agent dispenser is empty Make sure that the rinse agent dispense is filled.
Dishes and flatware not clean Improper program Select stronger program
Improper rack loading Make sure that the action of the detergent dispenser and spray arms are not blocked by large dishware.
Spots and filming on glasses and flatware ✓ Extremely hard water
2 Low inlet temperature
3 Overloading the dishwasher
4 Improper loading
5 Old or damp powder detergent
6 Empty rinse agent dispenser
7 Incorrect dosage of detergent		 To remove spots from glassware: / Take out all metal utensils out of the dishwasher. 2 Do not add detergent. 3 Choose the longest cycle. 4 Start the dishwasher and allow it to run for about 18 to 22 minutes, then it will be in the main wash. 5 Open the door to pour 2 cups of white vinegar into the bottom of the dishwasher. 6 Close the door and let the dishwasher complete the cycle. If the vinegar does not work: Repeat as above, except use 1/4 cup (60 ml) of citric acid crystals instead of vinegar.
Cloudiness on glassware Combination of soft water and too much detergent Use less detergent if you have soft water and select a shortest cycle to wash the glassware and to get them clean.
Yellow or brown film on inside surfaces Tea or coffee stains using a solution of 1/2 cup of bleach and 3 cups warm water to remove the stains by hand. A WARNING You have to wait for 20 minutes after a cycle to let the heating elements cool down before cleaning interior, to reduce the risk of burns.
White film on inside surface Iron deposits in water can cause an overall film You have to call a water softener company for a special filter.
Hard water minerals To clean the interior, use a damp sponge with dishwasher detergent and wear rubber gloves. Never use any other cleaner than dishwasher detergent for the risk of foaming or suds.
Detergent cup lid won't latch Dial is not in the OFF position Turn the Dial to OFF position and slide the door latch to the left.
Detergent left in dispenser cups Dishes block detergent cups Re-loading the dishes properly.
Steam Normal phenomenon There is some steam coming through the vent by the door latch during drying and water draining.
Black or gray marks on dishes Aluminum utensils have rubbed against dishes Use a mild abrasive cleaner to eliminate those marks.
Water standing in the bottom of the tub This is normal A small amount of clean water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub keeps the water seal lubricated.
Dishwasher leaks Overfill dispenser or rinse aid spills Be careful not to overfill the rinse aid dispenser. Spilled rinse aid could cause oversudsing and lead to overflowing. Wipe away any spills with a damp cloth.
Dishwasher isn't level Make sure the dishwasher is level using the feet adjustment.
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