KitchenAid KDPS424S Top-Control Built-in Dishwasher
Top-control dishwasher owners most often report wet dishes, leftover water in the tub or a door that will not latch.
Model overview
The KitchenAid KDPS424S is a top-control built-in dishwasher with a usable tub volume of 7.25 cu. ft. and more than 50 wash jets spread across four arms. Its third rack carries 360-degree jets for glasses, mugs and bowls, and ProDry combines heated drying with water-repellent surfaces and natural ventilation. Across the metro areas we cover, owners often see wet dishes, water left in the tub or a cycle that will not start. For the booking form, add the symptom, the full model number from the rating label and any code shown on the panel.
At a glance
| Model | KDPS424S |
|---|---|
| Appliance | 24-inch top-control built-in dishwasher |
| Common symptoms | dishes not getting clean or dry; water left in the tub after the cycle; cycle stops early or will not start; door latch or control panel problems |
| What you can check | Note the cycle used, whether water is left in the tub, and any code or flashing light. |
| When to call a technician | If the symptom comes back after the simple checks, or you see a code, leaking water or a burning smell, book a visit. |
Specifications
| Dimensions | Overall width is 23 15/16 inches. |
|---|---|
| Capacity | Usable tub volume is 7.25 cubic feet. |
| Features | More than 50 wash jets operate across four wash arms. The third rack has 360-degree wash jets for glasses, mugs and bowls. ProDry combines heated drying, water-repellent surfaces and natural ventilation. Rated operating noise is 44 dBA. |
| Controls | Controls are positioned along the top of the door. |
| Care | The filtration system cleans itself during normal operation. |
What sets the KDPS424S apart
The 360-degree wash jets on the third rack and the top-mounted controls set the KDPS424S apart. Glasses, mugs and bowls get spray from every side, which matters on a rack where small items often stay dirty. The filtration system cleans itself during a normal run, so the owner spends less time on manual filter care, and the rated operating noise is 44 dBA.
Service notes for the KDPS424S
Dishes that come out dirty or wet point a technician toward the wash arms, the third-rack jets and the ProDry path, since each depends on the others. Water left in the tub or a cycle that will not start often traces to the door latch, the control panel or the drain, and the technician checks the top controls before opening the tub. Before the visit, the owner can keep the 360-degree jets unblocked, check that the self-cleaning filter is seated, and note which cycle was running. The pocket-handle door and its latch deserve a close look when the cycle stops early. Color and version letters follow this base, so type the full rating-label number exactly as printed.
The model number is printed on the rating label, usually on the edge of the door or the side of the tub, visible when the door is open; match it letter for letter before booking, because a single letter can change parts.
Common issues for this model
- Dishes not getting clean or dry
- Water left in the tub after the cycle
- Cycle stops early or will not start
- Door latch or control panel problems
Related error codes
KitchenAid Dishwasher F8E5 Code: Stuck Open Fill Valve
F8E5 points to a fill valve stuck open. KitchenAid's listed steps stop the water and handle the alarm.
KitchenAid Dishwasher F5E1 Code: Door Not Latching
F5E1 is a door code. The control saw no latched door within 3 seconds of Start/Resume, or it found a door switch circuit or latch fault.
KitchenAid Dishwasher F8E2 Code: Fill Valve Electric Error
F8E2 is KitchenAid's fill valve electric error: look at the inlet valve connection, then cycle power.
KitchenAid Dishwasher H2O Code: What To Check
H2O on a KitchenAid dishwasher means no water is detected. The manufacturer's checks are the supply and the hose.
Recommended repair service
Dishwasher Repair
Dishwasher not draining, not cleaning, or showing an error code? We find the cause and get your KitchenAid dishwasher back to spotless cycles.
Troubleshooting resources
Note the cycle used, whether water is left in the tub, and any code or flashing light.
Model-information disclaimer. Confirm your exact model number and specifications with your appliance documentation before booking a repair. Model pages are for identification and compatibility reference.
Frequently asked questions
The usable tub volume is 7.25 cubic feet, and the overall width is 23 15/16 inches.
It has 360-degree wash jets for glasses, mugs and bowls, so it is the place to check when small items come out dirty.
Check the rating label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub, visible when the door is open. Copy every letter and digit, including the ones at the end.
Yes. We book in-home visits for this model in the Miami, New York, Houston, Los Angeles and San Diego metro areas. Add the model number and the symptom to the booking form.
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