KitchenAidKDFM404KBS brings premium cleaning power and elevated flexibility to the kitchen with a sleek black stainless design that looks as impressive as it performs. Built at a standard 24-inch width and offering capacity for up to 16 place settings, this dishwasher is designed to handle everything from everyday family meals to larger loads after entertaining. What helps set it apart from many similar models is its advanced combination of a FreeFlex™ Third Rack, 360° Max Jets™, 50+ total wash jets, and PrintShield™ Finish—features that work together to deliver both convenience and standout performance. The spacious third rack is specially designed to hold more than just flatware, giving you room for mugs, bowls, and cooking tools while freeing up valuable space below. Meanwhile, the powerful 360° Max Jets™ system targets items placed on the third rack with dedicated water coverage, helping ensure even hard-to-clean pieces come out ready to use.
This model also features the Advanced Clean Water Wash System, which continuously removes food particles from the wash water so cleaner water circulates throughout the cycle. That means better cleaning results and less chance of redepositing debris onto dishes, especially in heavily soiled loads. For added ease, the ProWash™ Cycle automatically senses soil levels and adjusts wash time and water temperature as needed, taking the guesswork out of selecting the right setting. The result is a more customized clean that helps deliver excellent performance whether you are washing delicate glassware or tougher cookware. At a quiet 44 dBA, this dishwasher runs with low noise, making it a smart choice for open-concept kitchens and busy households where you want powerful cleaning without constant background sound.
The black stainless exterior is finished with PrintShield™ technology, helping resist smudges and fingerprints so the surface stays looking polished with less daily upkeep. Inside, the stainless steel tub supports drying performance and long-lasting durability while maintaining a refined, premium feel. Altogether, KitchenAidKDFM404KBS is an excellent choice for shoppers who want a dishwasher that combines flexible loading, targeted third-rack cleaning, intelligent cycle adjustments, and a beautiful low-maintenance finish in one high-performance appliance.
• 360° Max Jets™ Third Rack – uses 360° wash jets to clean mugs, bowls and glasses on the top rack while adding dedicated space for utensils and cooking tools.
• PrintShield™ Finish – resists fingerprints and smudges on the black stainless steel exterior to help keep the dishwasher looking cleaner with less wiping.
• True Self-Cleaning Filtration – continuously captures food particles and cleans itself as the dishwasher drains, helping maintain wash performance without manual filter cleaning.
• 50+ Total Wash Jets – delivers targeted water coverage across all three racks with more than 50 jets and four wash arms for thorough cleaning without pre-rinsing.
• 7.25 cu. ft. MaxTub Largest Dishwasher Tub – provides a large usable interior that creates room for the third rack and helps fit more dishes, cookware, glasses and mugs in a single load.
• 44 dBA Quiet Operation – runs at a low noise level to help keep the kitchen quieter during wash cycles.
• FreeFlex/Third-Rack large-capacity loading design – expands usable loading space above the main racks so larger items can fit below more easily.
• Removable utensil tray – offers a dedicated place for flatware, serving pieces and cooking utensils, and can be removed for flexible loading.
• Moisture-wicking tines – helps water move away from items on the third rack to support more effective drying.
• Adjustable middle rack with stemware holders – creates flexible loading options for taller items below while helping secure wine glasses and delicate stemware.
• Fold-down lower rack rows – allows the bottom rack to adapt for pots, pans, casserole dishes and other cookware with different shapes and sizes.
• Three-rack dishwashing capacity – separates dishes, cookware, mugs, bowls and utensils across multiple levels for better organization and more efficient use of space.
• Targeted multi-arm wash system – uses multiple wash arms to distribute water throughout the tub for more complete cleaning coverage.
• Large mug-and-glass capacity on third rack – fits up to 10 extra glasses and mugs, helping free space in the middle and lower racks for bulkier items.
• Black Stainless Steel finish – gives the appliance a premium, modern appearance that coordinates with other upscale kitchen appliances.
• Integrated high-capacity tub design – maximizes interior volume so families can wash larger mixed loads with fewer cycles.
• Cookware-friendly loading flexibility – accommodates everything from everyday dishes to oversized cookware, reducing the need for hand washing.
• No pre-rinse convenience – powerful wash coverage helps remove food soils so users can load dishes directly with less prep work.
• Cleaner wash water circulation – filtration system helps keep food particles out of recirculated wash water for more consistent cleaning results.
• Premium KitchenAid styling – combines a sleek front appearance with a professional, built-in look suited for higher-end kitchen designs.
Manufacturer's Warranty: 1 year
Canadian model: KDFM404KBS
Canadian UPC: 883049532851
EAN: 0883049532851
360° Max Jets™ Third Rack
KDFM404KBS - 360° Max Jets™ Third Rack
is the only third rack with 360° wash jets to clean pint glasses, coffee mugs and cereal bowls inside and out. The largest third rack available,* it also has a removable utensil tray for cooking tools and moisture-wicking tines for thorough drying. *Among leading brands based on usable volume.
50+ Total Wash Jets
KDFM404KBS - 50+ Total Wash Jets
provide total cleaning coverage for dishes in all three racks with more than 50 targeted jets across four wash arms, so you can load without pre-rinsing.
7.25 cu. ft. MaxTub Largest Dishwasher Tub* *Based on usable volume.
KDFM404KBS - 7.25 cu. ft. MaxTub Largest Dishwasher Tub* *Based on usable volume.
makes room for the 360° Max Jets™ Third Rack, which fits 10 extra glasses and mugs,* freeing up space for larger items below. Stemware holders in the adjustable middle rack secure wine glasses. And fold-down rows in the lower rack accommodate cookware of various shapes and sizes. *Compared to KDTE204K and KDFE204K models
Express Wash Cycle
KDFM404KBS - Express Wash Cycle
cleans 72% better than the leading competitor's Speed 60 cycle.* Dishes get a thorough wash in just over an hour, so you always have what you need while prepping, cooking and entertaining. *Compared to Bosch SHX9PCM5N.
True Self-Cleaning Filtration
KDFM404KBS - True Self-Cleaning Filtration
is the only dishwasher filtration system that eliminates the need for manual filter cleaning. It continuously captures food particles, so only clean water circulates through the wash jets, then cleans itself as the dishwasher drains.
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