Brand: KitchenAid
Category: Dishwasher
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Available Languages: EN , ES
Manual for KDTM404KPS
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 7:54 p.m.
Warranty Information
Refer to the warranty page for specific warranty information.
Preparing and Loading: Remove excess food, labels, and hard items from dishes. Load with soiled surfaces facing downward and inward. Ensure items do not block spray arms. Place plastics and glasses in the upper rack. Load sharp items with handles up. Ensure silverware is separated and not nested.
Adding Detergent: Use automatic dishwasher detergent only, and add just before starting. High-quality premeasured tablets/packs are recommended.
Adding Rinse Aid: Essential for drying performance. Fill dispenser until the indicator shows full. Adjust setting if drying is poor.
Selecting Cycles: Choose from ProWash, Tough, Normal, Express Wash, or Rinse Only. Efficient cycles may be longer for water and energy savings.
Selecting Options: Customize cycles with options like Hi-Temp Wash, Extended Heat Dry, Sani Rinse, or Delay Start. Not all options are available for every cycle.
Starting/Resuming: Close door firmly and touch START/RESUME. If the door is opened mid-cycle, touch START/RESUME again after closing.
Following Progress: The display indicates cycle progress (Washing, Drying, Clean, Sanitized). Clean light indicates cycle completion.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| IF YOU EXPERIENCE | Check the following: | RECOMMENDED SOLUTIONS |
|---|---|---|
| The Clean light is flashing | Was the cycle interrupted? Touch START/RESUME and close the door within 4 seconds. | |
| Is the overfill protection float able to move up and down freely? Press down to release. | ||
| Be sure the water supply is turned on to the dishwasher. (This is very important following the new installation of your dishwasher.) | ||
| Dishes do not dry completely | Check for suds in the dishwasher. For more information on suds, see the "Dishwasher does not clean completely" section. | NOTE: Plastic and items with nonstick surfaces are difficult to dry because they have a porous surface which tends to collect water droplets. Towel drying may be necessary. |
| Use of rinse aid along with the Heat Dry option is needed for proper drying. | ||
| Proper loading of items can affect drying. | For improved results, place items on the more slanted side of the rack. Glasses and cups with concave bottoms hold water. This water may spill onto other items when you are unloading the dishwasher. Unload the bottom rack first. | |
| Spotting/Filming | NOTES: | Liquid rinse aid is necessary for drying and to reduce spotting. |
| Use the correct amount of detergent. If using powder or liquid/gel products, use package instructions. | ||
| Confirm that the cloudiness is removable by soaking the item in white vinegar for 5 minutes. If the cloudiness disappears, it is due to hard water. Adjust the amount of detergent and rinse aid. See the "Dishwasher Care" section. If it does not come clear, it is due to etching. | ||
| Be sure the incoming water temperature is set at 120°F (49°C). | ||
| Try using the Hi-Temp Wash or Sani Rinse option. To remove spotting, see the "Dishwasher Care" section. | ||
| Dishwasher does not clean completely | Be sure the dishwasher is loaded correctly. Improper loading can greatly decrease the washing performance. See the "Operating Your Dishwasher" section. | |
| Check filter to ensure it is properly installed. Ensure the water intake screen on the floor of the dishwasher is not plugged with food or debris. Clean if required. | ||
| Select the proper cycle for the type of soils. The ProWash™™ cycle can be used for tougher loads. | ||
| Be sure the incoming water temperature is at least 120°F (49°C). | ||
| Use the proper amount of fresh detergent. More detergent is needed for heavier-soiled loads and hard water conditions. | ||
| Scrape food from dishes prior to loading (do not prerinse). | ||
| If foam or suds are detected by the dishwasher sensing system, the dishwasher may not operate properly or may not fill with water. | Suds can come from: Using the incorrect type of detergent, such laundry detergent, hand soap, or dish detergent for hand-washing dishes. Not replacing the rinse aid dispenser cap after filling (or refilling) the rinse aid dispenser. Using an excessive amount of dishwasher detergent. |