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KitchenAid - Architect Series II 24" Built-In Dishwasher with Tub - Stainless Steel

Model: KDTE554CSS
SKU: 5628457
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  • Key Specs
    • Product Depth: 27.5 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Operating Sound Level: 41 decibels (Today's appliances are pretty quiet. To get a sense for how quiet you'll need, think about having a conversation in the same room. Choose from Not as Quiet (56 dBA or higher. You'll likely need to raise your voice); Quiet (50-55 dBA. Need to raise your voice slightly); Very Quiet (43-49 dBA. Easily have a conversation right next the appliance); and Nearly Silent (42 dBA or lower. You'll hardly know the appliance is on).)
    • Number Of Racks: 2
    • Tub Finish: Stainless steel (Certain coatings or materials on the inside of the dishwasher, such as stainless steel, are more durable, retain heat better, and can withstand higher temperatures than materials such as plastic. These higher quality materials may increase the appliance’s efficiency, but there may be also be extra initial cost. Some models marketed as Hybrid will use both materials in the tub, often using stainless steel on the interior door to increase durability on the part of the appliance with the most common wear and tear.)
    • Color Finish: Stainless steel
  • General
    • Product Name: Architect Series II 24" Built-In Dishwasher with Stainless Steel Tub
    • Brand: KitchenAid
    • Model Number: KDTE554CSS
    • Color Finish: Stainless steel
  • Dimension
    • Product Depth: 27.5 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Depth With Door Open: 49.5 inches (Measurement from the back of the product to its front, with door fully open.)
  • Cut-Out Dimensions
    • Cut-Out Height: 34 inches (Minimum required height of the installation location for a standard installation of the product. This measurement will help you determine if the appliance will fit into the desired space and have the clearance necessary for proper operational use. Please refer to the manufacturer’s installation documentation for detailed measurement requirements.)
    • Cut-Out Width: 24 inches (Minimum required width of the installation location for a standard installation of the product. This measurement will help you determine if the appliance will fit into the desired space and have the clearance necessary for proper operational use. Please refer to the manufacturer’s installation documentation for detailed measurement requirements.)
    • Cut-Out Depth: 24 inches (Minimum required depth of the installation location for a standard installation of the product. This measurement will help you determine if the appliance will fit into the desired space and have the clearance necessary for proper operational use. Please refer to the manufacturer’s installation documentation for detailed measurement requirements.)
  • Features
    • Hard Food Disposer: false (This feature has blades to chop and disintegrate hard food particles, making them small enough to easily drain away. This prevents them from being recirculated back onto dishware and allows for easy maintenance.)
    • Operating Sound Level: 41 decibels (Today's appliances are pretty quiet. To get a sense for how quiet you'll need, think about having a conversation in the same room. Choose from Not as Quiet (56 dBA or higher. You'll likely need to raise your voice); Quiet (50-55 dBA. Need to raise your voice slightly); Very Quiet (43-49 dBA. Easily have a conversation right next the appliance); and Nearly Silent (42 dBA or lower. You'll hardly know the appliance is on).)
    • Delay Start: true (Allows you to program the appliance to automatically run at a later time. This feature helps you coordinate with your household’s water needs, noise preferences, and more. Additionally, operating your appliance during off-peak hours may reduce energy costs.)
    • End-Of-Cycle Signal: false (An audible alert and/or visual indicator that notifies you when a pre-selected cycle is complete.)
    • Cycle Status Lights: true (Lights on the control panel that indicate which cycle is in use and/or its current status. Know when to unload with a simple glance.)
    • Child Lock: false (Setting that allows appliance to be temporarily locked to prevent use.)
    • Filtered Water: true (Internal water filter(s) remove minerals and chemicals from hard water before the wash cycle. Filtered water is less likely to leave mineral deposits or stains, meaning your dishware will look cleaner for longer.)
  • Cycle Specifications
    • Sensor Wash: true (Feature that automatically senses the load's soil levels and adjusts the wash cycle as needed. This often results in reduced water usage, which in turn may reduce energy costs.)
    • Steam Cleaning: false (Wash cycle that primarily uses steam to loosen food debris and clean fragile dishware without force.)
    • NSF-Certified Sanitization Cycle: false (Meets the National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) standards for performance and cleaning effectiveness. When operated on the sanitizing cycle, an NSF-Certified dishwasher reaches a final rinse temperature of 150⁰ Fahrenheit and achieves a minimum 99.999% percent reduction of bacteria.)
  • Rack Features
    • Number Of Racks: 2
    • Rack Material: Nylon
  • Design
    • Dishwasher Type: Built-in dishwashers
    • Tub Finish: Stainless steel (Certain coatings or materials on the inside of the dishwasher, such as stainless steel, are more durable, retain heat better, and can withstand higher temperatures than materials such as plastic. These higher quality materials may increase the appliance’s efficiency, but there may be also be extra initial cost. Some models marketed as Hybrid will use both materials in the tub, often using stainless steel on the interior door to increase durability on the part of the appliance with the most common wear and tear.)
    • Control Type: LED display with touchscreen controls
  • Electrical Specification
    • Estimated Annual Electricity Use: 260 kilowatt hours (Predicted amount of electricity needed to operate the product under average conditions for one year.)
    • Estimated Annual Operating Cost: 31 United States dollars (Predicted cost of operating the product under average conditions for one year.)
    • Amperage: 15 amperes (Strength of electrical current.)
    • Voltage: 120 volts (Amount of power needed to support an electrical current.)
  • Certifications Listings & Approvals
    • ENERGY STAR Certified: true (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
  • Other
    • UPC: 883049292090

With concealed electronic tap-touch controls, this KitchenAid Architect Series II KDTE554CSS built-in dishwasher makes it easy to select a desired program. The Whisper Quiet system allows you to operate the dishwasher at night without disturbing others.

  • Concealed electronic tap-touch controls: Located on the top of the door allow easy operation and give the front of the dishwasher a clean, uninterrupted appearance. The lockout option prevents unsupervised or unintentional activation.
  • Generous interior: Accommodates up to 15 place settings.
  • SatinGlide Max upper rack: Can be smoothly pulled out, even with heavy loads, and features adjusters that make it simple to raise or lower the rack. The rails keep the racks sliding on the track.
  • Adjustable, fold-down tines in the upper and lower racks: Enable water to clean inside deep or wide dishes. A fold-down shelf with stemware holders provides extra room in the upper rack to hold additional cups, wine glasses and long items.
  • 5 wash cycles: Include heavy-duty, light/china, normal, quick-wash and sensor-wash to effectively clean a wide range of dishes.
  • ProWash cycle: Determines the appropriate cycle for washing dishes and makes real-time adjustments to ensure optimal cleaning results.
  • ProScrub option: Uses 40 targeted spray jets at the back of the dishwasher to help eliminate the need for soaking and prescrubbing. Sani Rinse and high-temperature wash options offer versatility.
  • 4-hour delay-wash: Allows you to program the wash cycle to start when it's most convenient for you.
  • Heated dry option: Activates a recessed heating element at the end of a cycle to ensure dishware is dry and ready to use or put away immediately following completion of a cycle.
  • Whisper Quiet system: Minimizes operational noise.
  • AquaSense recycling system: Uses water from the last rinse to prerinse the next load to conserve water usage.
Whats Included
  • Architect Series II 24" Built-In Dishwasher with Stainless Steel Tub
  • Dishwasher hookup kit is sold separately and is not included
  • Owner's manual
Documents
  • Energy_Guide_PDF