Brand: KitchenAid
Category: Dishwasher
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Available Languages: EN , ES
Manual for kdte104ess
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 7:13 p.m.
Manual Publish Date: 2015-11-01
Warranty Information
KitchenAid offers a first-year parts and labor warranty, a second-through-fifth-year limited warranty on certain component parts, and a lifetime limited warranty on the stainless steel tub and inner door liner.
Preparing & Loading: Remove food debris, labels, and ensure items don't block the dispenser. Load soiled surfaces downward and inward. Place plastics and small items in the upper rack. Secure lightweight items. Load sharp silverware point down. Avoid overlapping items.
Detergent: Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Add just before starting. Tablets/packs are recommended.
Rinse Aid: Essential for drying. Add to the dispenser until full.
Cycles & Options: Select appropriate cycles (ProWash, Normal, Light, Express Wash, Rinse Only) and options (Heat Dry, ProScrub, Hi-Temp Wash, Sani Rinse, Delay) to customize cleaning.
Starting: Ensure hot water at sink is on and turned off. Close door firmly and press START/RESUME. If door is opened, press START/RESUME again.
Detergent: Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Add just before starting. Tablets/packs are recommended.
Rinse Aid: Essential for drying. Add to the dispenser until full.
Cycles & Options: Select appropriate cycles (ProWash, Normal, Light, Express Wash, Rinse Only) and options (Heat Dry, ProScrub, Hi-Temp Wash, Sani Rinse, Delay) to customize cleaning.
Starting: Ensure hot water at sink is on and turned off. Close door firmly and press START/RESUME. If door is opened, press START/RESUME again.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| If you experience | Recommended Solutions |
|---|---|
| The Clean light is flashing | Check: Is the overfill protection float able to move up and down freely? Press down to release. Be sure the water supply is turned on. Check for suds. |
| Dishes do not dry completely | NOTE: Plastic and nonstick items are difficult to dry. Towel drying may be necessary. Use rinse aid with Heat Dry or ProDry™. Proper loading affects drying. Place items on slanted side of rack. Glasses with concave bottoms hold water; unload bottom rack first. |
| Spotting/Filming | NOTES: Liquid rinse aid is necessary. Follow rinse aid instructions. Use correct detergent amount. Confirm cloudiness is removable by soaking in white vinegar. If it disappears, adjust detergent/rinse aid for hard water. If not, it's etching. Ensure incoming water temp is 120°F (49°C). Try Hi-Temp Wash or Sani Rinse. |
| Dishwasher does not clean completely | Be sure dishwasher is loaded correctly. Check and clean filter. Select proper cycle for soils (ProWash™ or Tough). Ensure incoming water temp is at least 120°F (49°C). Use proper amount of fresh detergent. Scrape food; do not prerinse. Avoid using incorrect detergent types (laundry, hand soap) or excessive amounts. Ensure rinse aid dispenser cap is replaced. |