Brand: KitchenAid
Category: Dishwasher
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Manual for Drawer Dishwasher
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 6:43 p.m.
Manual Publish Date: 2004
Warranty Information
Two-year full warranty on parts and labor for defects in materials or workmanship.
This manual provides information on the installation, operation, and service of the KitchenAid Drawer Dishwasher. It covers safety precautions, system overview, parts and features, using the dishwasher, and wash programs. It also details component access and testing, diagnostics and troubleshooting, and includes a wiring diagram.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| PROBLEM | POSSIBLE CAUSE AND RECOMMENDED PROCEDURES |
| Poor wash performance |
SPRAY ARM HAS STOPPED ROTATING • One of the items has fallen through the basket and jammed the spray arm. • Filter plate, drain filter, or drain filter access panel is not installed correctly, causing the spray arm to jam. |
| Coffee/tea stains left in cups |
RACKS OVERLOADED/INCORRECTLY LOADED • Advise customer of correct loading. WRONG WASH CYCLE SELECTION • Advise customer about lower water temperatures in Normal and Quick Clean cycles. Use High Temp option. |
| Water spots deposited on dishware |
NOT ENOUGH DETERGENT BEING USED • Fill detergent cup to the top; also fill prewash cup. • Run on Normal or Heavy cycle with High Temp option. UPPER RACKS OVERLOADED Water cannot reach upper racks. Advise customer of correct loading. |
| White film deposited on dishware* |
NOT ENOUGH/NO RINSE AID BEING USED • Use rinse aid; increase rinse agent setting (4 or 5 indicator lights). • Run on Normal or Heavy cycle with High Temp option. NOT ENOUGH DETERGENT BEING USED • Fill detergent cup to the top; also fill pre-wash cup. • Run on Normal cycle with High Temp option. MINERAL BUILDUP FROM HARD WATER • Use a detergent additive designed for use in hard water areas or fit a water softener to the incoming water supply. |
* Once this film has formed on dishware it cannot be removed by normal washing. Remove film by soaking dishware in a solution of white vinegar and water. Follow procedures above to prevent reoccurrence.