You have joined the many consumers who demand quiet and superior performance from their dishwashers. This manual was written with your safety and convenience in mind, and the information contained herein is very important. We highly recommend that you read this manual before you use your dishwasher for t rst time. To learn even more about your dishwasher and available accessories, as well as many other top-quality Kuppersbusch appliances, visit our website at Please contact us if you have any questions or comments. Call 1-800-459-0844 , or write to: Kuppersbusch USA Teka USA, Inc. 1883 Massaro Boulevard Tampa, FL 33619 Enjoy! IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...................................4-5 Dishwasher Components .........................................................5 Dishwasher Features and Options ............................................6 Dishware Materials ..................................................................7 Preparing and Loading the Dishware ....................................7-9 Dishw are Preparation ...................................................... 7 Loading t he Dishwasher ................................................ 7-9 Adding Detergent and Rinse Agent ...................................10-11 Operating the Dishwasher ................................................11-13 Dishw are Drying ............................................................ 13 Unloading the Dishwasher ............................................. 13 Care and Maintenance .....................................................14-15 Wash Cycle Information/Sanitized ..........................................16 Self Help ...............................................................................17 Statement of Warranties ........................................................18 Customer Service ..................................................................19 Important Safety Instructions - Save This Information WARNING Misuse of the dishwasher can result in serious injury or death. Do not use the dishwasher in any way not covered in this manual or for any purpose other than those explained on the following pages. WARNING Severe product damage and/or injury could result from the use of unq rvice technicians or non-original replace ment parts. All repairs must be performed by a q rvice technician using only original equipment factory replace ment parts. WARNING Electrical shoc re could result if the electrical supply for the dishwasher covered in this manual is incorrectly installed or if the dishwasher has been improperly grounded. Do not use the dishwasher covered in this manual if you are not certain the electrical supply has been correctly installed or the dishwasher has been properly grounded. ATTENTION Never use steam cleaning products to clean your dishwasher. The manufacturer will not be liable for possible damages or consequences. ATTENTION Never use harsh chemicals to clean your dishwasher. Some chloride-containing cleaning products can damage your dishwasher and may present health hazards! ATTENTION It is highly recommended for the end use consumer to become familiar with the procedure to shut o the incoming water supply and the procedure to shut o the incoming power supply. See the Installation Instructions or speak with your installer for more information. Important Safety Instructions - Save This Information • This appliance must be grounded to a metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding terminal or lead on the dishwasher. See the Installation Instructions included with this dishwasher for more information on electrical requirements. • Use this dishwasher only for its intended function, which is the washing of household dishware and kitchenware. • This dishwasher is provided with Installation Instructions and this Use and Care Manual . Read and understand all instructions before using the dishwasher. • Use only detergents or rinsing agents recommended for use in a dishwasher, and keep them out of the reach of children. • When loading items to be washed: -Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal. -Load knives and other sharp utensils with their HANDLES UP to reduce the risk of cut-type injuries. • Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked “dishwasher safe” or the equivalent. For plastic items not so marked, check the manufacturer’s recommendations. • Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are in place. • Do not tamper with or override controls and interlocks. • Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or dish racks of the dishwasher. • To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in or on the dishwasher. • When children become old enough to operate the appliance, it is the legal responsibility of the parents or legal guardians to ensure that they are instructed in safe practices...