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Q: QuestionAre the controls located on the top of the dishwasher?

• A:Answer Yes, the controls are located on top of the dishwasher door.

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Q: QuestionDoes this dishwasher have a heated drying option?

• A:Answer Yes, this dishwasher has a heat dry option.

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Q: QuestionIs the interior of this dishwasher made of stainless steel?

• A:Answer Yes, this dishwasher has a durable stainless steel interior.

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Q: QuestionWe are debating between this DW and the Bosch 500 series, which was what we previously owned and loved. This DW is 39 db vs 44 dv for the Bosch. Is there a significant detectable difference in sound? Does this DW have the pop open door air dry feature?

Asked 5 years ago by NewDW.

• A:Answer I did extensive research on dishwashers, Bosch 500/800 and KitchenAid have the least amount of repair calls. But, all makes do get their fair amount. I went to Best Buy to get the Bosch 500, they were actually out of stock and it was on back order for 3 more months. I ended up getting the KitchenAid KDTE204KPS, this is the next down from pop open door. It was on sale for $854.99. Super quiet, and dries dishes very well. 3rd rack on top is shallow, just for flatware. Next one up does have deeper third rack. Very pleased with this dishwasher and would recommend to others to buy. I previously had a 46 dB Whirlpool. To answer your question, It was quiet too, but not a huge difference between the Whirlpool and new KitchenAid @ 39 dB.

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  Answered 5 years ago by PaulVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionAre there options for the door handles? I don't like the red ends shown in the picture.

Asked 5 years ago by Josh.

• A:Answer Yes, there are two (2) other color options for the medallions at each end of the handle. The dishwasher ONLY comes with all red medallions. The optional colors can be purchased separately for less than ten bucks a pair as follows: Chrome with Red Lettering (Part Number W10846205), and Black with Red Lettering (Part Number W10846206). You can look for these part numbers on the internet. The handle and the medallions can be removed and reinstalled with an allen wrench. If you don't like any of the optional medallion colors, you can always remove and paint the medallions that come with the dishwasher.

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  Answered 5 years ago by Alex7789

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Q: QuestionHow do i clean the filter on this?

Asked 5 years ago by Candace.

This question was asked about the related product: KitchenAid - 24 in. Front Control Built-In Dishwasher with Stainless Steel Tub, ProWash Cycle, 3rd Rack, 39 dBA - Black Stainless Steel

• A:Answer Every 1-3 months pull out the bottom tray, grasp the Filter Cup & rotate it 1/4 turn counterclockwise & remove, then remove filter plate. Rinse both under cold water or use a soft brush to remove any food stuff. Reseat Filter Plate under tabs, install Filter Cup into Filter Plate opening & rotate clockwise until it clicks into place.

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  Answered 5 years ago by RadioActive

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Q: QuestionDoes this KitchenAid dishwasher have a heating element? I need a dishwasher that thoroughly dries dishes and the interior of the dishwasher.I am sensitive to mold and cannot have any water retained in the dishwasher.

Asked 4 years ago by Cindra.

• A:Answer We have had our new 39dB KitchenAid dishwasher for one week after replacing a 22-year-old KitchenAid washer. Love the sound level; everything we expected. The wash cycle cleans very well, but it takes considerably longer. presumably because of water conservation. It does have dry settings. One is regular and there is also an extended dry. To answer your question, we ran both settings. With the regular setting, there was still some water droplets in crevices of dishes and the stainless-steel tub also has small droplets. On the extended level, the dishes were very dry, but there very small droplets visible on mainly the interior of the door. Hope that helps.

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  Answered 4 years ago by RichardVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionHow long are the cycles? I used to own a KitchenAid dishwasher that took four and a half hours to finish normal cycle. Thus, only one wash a day. It took me two days to finish cleaning after a family party.

Asked 5 years ago by Licor4.

This question was asked about the related product: KitchenAid - 24" Front Control Built-In Dishwasher with Stainless Steel Tub, ProWash Cycle, 3rd Rack, 39 dBA - Stainless Steel

• A:Answer First thing I would say is that this dishwasher is very quiet. You can barely hear it running. So far we have only used the Normal cycle with the heated dry. The best I can tell the Normal Wash cycle takes about two hours and the Heated Dry possibly 30-60 minutes. I'm not sure on the length of drying time as I haven't caught it precisely yet. We are very pleased with the operation of this dishwasher and I love how quiet it is. Our old one sounded like a M60-A1 Army tank going through the neighborhood.

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  Answered 5 years ago by JL01Verified Purchase

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Q: QuestionDoes this have a recessed handle that you squeeze to release the door latch, or is it a friction type latch that requires you to pull hard to open the door?

Asked 5 years ago by Doug.

• A:Answer Friction

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  Answered 5 years ago by SnoopycruiserVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionIs it made in the USA?

Asked 5 years ago by Harley1929.

• A:Answer Yes.

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  Answered 5 years ago by MikeVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionDoes this model have leak detection?

Asked 3 years ago by InReno.

• A:Answer Hello. Thank you for your inquiry. Upon further research, none of our Dishwashers have a leak detection feature. We hope this information helps.

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  Answered 3 years ago by KitchenAidTeam

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Q: QuestionWill this fit in a rough opening space of 33.5 inches? Kitchenaid site says 33.5 https://www.kitchenaid.com/major-appliances/dishwashers/front-controls/p.39-dba-dishwasher-in-printshield%EF%BF%BD-finish-with-third-level-utensil-rack.kdfe204kps.html?

Asked 5 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer 24 width x 24 depth x 34.5 height is a standard opening. With the adjustable legs all the way in its 33.5 but can be adjusted the extra inch to fill the gap.

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  Answered 5 years ago by KostaVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionAm considering returning my new bosch for this KitchenAid. Is there water left in the dishwasher after a cycle? How does the KAid do with plastics? I'm torn, too hot will melt the plastics, too cool will not dry them. I don't want to use a drying aid.

Asked 3 years ago by Hilary.

• A:Answer From my personal experience, anything labeled 'dishwasher safe' comes out after the wash cycle in perfect condition. No damage to plastics, but there will be water left on them. We normally crack the door open after the cycle is completed and the plastic cups dry.

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  Answered 3 years ago by lotsatVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionDoes the product depth (26 3/4" include the depth of the bar? Whats the measurement from the back to the front door? Not including the depth of the bar. Thanks!

Asked 3 years ago by StephenA.

• A:Answer Hello StephenA, the Depth Closed Excluding Handles is 24 1/2" and the Depth Closed Including Handles is 26 3/4". We hope this helps.

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  Answered 3 years ago by KitchenAidTeam

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Q: QuestionDoes this model have a plug or is it hard wired?

Asked 4 years ago by DeanK.

• A:Answer Hi DeanK, this unit may be installed with a power supply cord or direct wiring. On page 10 of the Owner's Manual linked here: https://bit.ly/2PZYjqb it will tell you what you will need for the type of installation you are going to do. We hope this helps!

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  Answered 4 years ago by KitchenAidTeam

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Q: QuestionCan the 3rd rack be removed? Currently have an old school dishwasher with silverware caddy that makes it easy to carry across the kitchen and unload into the silverware drawer. If the 3rd rack can’t be removed, how do people unload/put away silverware?

Asked 5 years ago by Eric.

This question was asked about the related product: KitchenAid - 24" Front Control Built-In Dishwasher with Stainless Steel Tub, ProWash Cycle, 3rd Rack, 39 dBA - Stainless Steel

• A:Answer Hello Eric, Yes the upper rack on this unit can be removed. This unit also has a separate basket for silverware. We hope this helps.

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  Answered 5 years ago by KitchenAidTeam

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Q: QuestionHow long is shortest cycle?

Asked 5 years ago by Jackie.

• A:Answer About 1 hr. In express with heated dry

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  Answered 5 years ago by AVProVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionWhat is the small vent looking item on the front door above the open bar?

Asked 2 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer It allows the steam to come out while drying so the dishes come out dry

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  Answered 2 years ago by KristenBVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionHi, I see a white insulation blanket around the machine on your website. Ours don't have it. When I questioned, the installer from Best buy said, the insulation does not come around the machine and is located inside. Is that correct? Our model KDTE204KPS

Asked 3 years ago by AJ245.

• A:Answer IDK Best Buy installed mine and my machine had NO insulation at all. It was lacking the blanket, the insulation at toe front panel as well as the heavy insulation on the lower sides and rear. I'm certain the installers tossed it all. I'm angry because I paid for this new machine and I feel it is loud. I called Best Buy and got them to order me the insulation blanket, but it doesn't cover the rear and it thinner than the ones I've seen in Kitchenaid install videos. I also got them to order the toe trim panel ones. I'm still missing the side and rear ones that go around the bottom portion.

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  Answered 2 years ago by Anonymous

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