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Ultra Wash Dishwasher
Use & Care Guide
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Lavav^illas Ultra Wash
Manual de uso y cuidado
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Lave-vaisselle Ultra Wash
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
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3378916B
Sears, Roebuck and Oo., Hoffman Estates, IL 6017d U.S.A
www.sears.com
MODELS/MODELOS/MODÈLES
15592, 15595
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Table of Contents
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Sears Dishwasher Warranty...............................................1
Dishwasher Safety
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Parts and Features............................................................. 3
The ULTRA WASH* Soil Removal System
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Start Up Guide
Before using your dishwasher
Starting your dishwasher for everyday loads
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Loading Your Dishwasher
Preparing to load your dishwasher
Loading the top rack.........................................................7
Loading the bottom rack
Loading the silverware basket.........................................8
Quiet operating tips
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Your Part in Cieaning Dishes
2
4
5
6
Using the detergent dispenser
How much detergent to use........................................... 9
Using the rinse agent dispenser
Water temperature tips...................................................10
Cycles..............................................................................11
Options.............................................................................12
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Caring for Your Dishwasher
7
8
8
Cleaning your dishwasher
Storing your dishwasher................................................13
Tips for washing special items
Troubieshooting Guide
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We Service What We Seil..................................................18
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Sears Dishwasher Warranty
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON KENMORE ULTRA WASH DISHWASHERS
For one year from the date of purchase, when the dishwasher is instailed and operated in accordance with the
instructions provided in the Installation Instructions and Owners Manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, defects in
materials or workmanship.
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9
10
12
14
15
FULL WARRANTY FOR THE LIFE OF THE DISHWASHER ON ULTRA LIFE* TUB MODELS AGAINST
LEAKS IN THE TUB AND INNER DOOR PANEL
For the life of the dishwasher if a leak should occur as a result of failure of the polypropylene tub or inner door panel
due to cracking, chipping or peeling. Sears will replace, free of charge, the tub or inner door panel.
LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON THE ULTRA WASH WASH SYSTEM
After the first year and until two years from the date of purohase, when the dishwasher is installed and operated in
accordance with the instructions provided in the Installation Instructions and Owners Manual, Sears will furnish free of
charge, replacement parts for any part of the ULTRA WASH wash system (motor, pump, spray arms, nozzle cap, water
feed assembly, spray tower, motor seals, and pump gasket) which is defective in materials or workmanship. Customer
assumes any labor costs associated with replacement of these parts.
If the dishwasher is subject to other than private family use, the above warranty coverage is effective for only 90 days.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED
STATES OR CANADA. This warranty applies only while the product is in use in the United States or Canada. This war
ranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state or province to
province.
Warranty terms may vary in Canada. Contact your local Sears Service Center for complete details.
Sears, Roebuck and Co.
Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8
Sears Canada, Inc.
* Indicates symbol for Trademark
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Dishwasher Safety
Your safety and the safety of others is very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obev
all safety messages. ^
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER" or
“WARNING." These words mean: .
ADANGER
AWARNING
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
You will be killed or seriously injured if you don’t
follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t
foiiow instructions.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: When using the dishwasher,
follow basic precautions, including the following:
• Read all instructions before using the dishwasher.
• Use the dishwasher only for its intended function.
• Use only detergents or rinse agents recommended
for use in a dishwasher and keep them out of the
reach of children.
• When loading items to be washed:
1) Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to
damage the door seal; and
2) Load sharp knives with the 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 touch the heating element during or
immediately after use.
• Do not operate the dishwasher unless all enclosure
panels are properly in place.
• Do not tamper with controls.
• 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.
• Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be pro
duced in a hot water system that has not been used for
two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.
If the hot water system has not been used for such a
period, before using the dishwasher turn on all hot water
faucets and let the water flow from each for several min
utes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen
gas. As the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an
open flame during this time.
• Remove the door to the washing compartment when
removing an old dishwasher from service or discarding it.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Parts and Features
0
Top rack (pg. 7) © Spray tower
0
Upper spray arm
0 Bottom rack (pg. 8) 0 Model and serial number label (on right side)
O Lower spray arm 0 ULTRA WASH* module (pg. 4)
0
Water inlet opening [in tub wall]
O Heating element 0 Detergent dispensers (pg. 9)
0
Rack bumper 0 Rinse agent dispenser (pg. 10)
O Third level wash
0 Silverware basket (pg. 8)
0 Overfill protector
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The ULTRA WASH* Soil Removal System
Your dishwasher’s new ULTRA WASH Soil Removal
System is designed to give you sparkling clean dishes in
the shortest amount of time with the least amount of
energy necessary. The ULTRA WASH Soil Removal
System includes a heavy duty grinder that acts as a food
disposer to grind and dispose of iarge food particles.
Here’s how the ULTRA WASH Soil Removal System works:
1. When you load the dishwasher, all you need to do is
remove bones, large chunks, or burned-on food. Any
remaining food will be ground up and disposed.
2. Hot water fills the dishwasher to a level near the bot
tom of the overfill protector.
3. Detergent is added at the correct times from the deter
gent dispenser, and hot water is pumped through the
ULTRA WASH pump.
4. Food particles are removed from dishes, pots and
pans, tableware, and cutlery as the dishwasher sprays
a mixture of hot water and detergent through two
spray arms against their soiled surfaces.
5. Food soil in the dishwasher is held in an accumulating
chamber so it does not recirculate into the dishwasher.
6. Water is pumped again through the ULTRA WASH
pump to remove soil particles from the water, and
“hold” them in the accumulating chamber.
7. Soil in the ULTRA WASH Soil Removal System is
disposed down the drain with the wash water.
8. Fresh, hot water enters the dishwasher, sprays on the
dishes to rinse them, and the rinse water is pumped
through the ULTRA WASH Soil Removal System to
remove any remaining soil.
9. Soil that is held in the ULTRA WASH Soil Removal
System is disposed down the drain with the
rinse water.
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Final rinse water is heated and a rinse agent is added
to prepare the dishes for drying.
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start Up Guide
Before using your dishwasher
AWARNING
Tip Over Hazard
Do not use dishwasher until compieteiy
instaiied.
Do not push down on open door.
Doing so can result in serious injury or cuts.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
• For a grounded, cord connected dishwasher:
The dishwasher must be grounded. In the event
of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce
the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least
resistance for electric current. The dishwasher is
equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding
conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into an appropriate outlet that is installed
and grounded in accordance with all local codes
and ordinances.
WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment
grounding conductor can result in a risk of
AWARNING
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Electaicai Shock Hazard
Eiectrically ground dishwasher.
Connect ground wire to green ground
connector in tenninal box.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
death, fire, or electrical shock.
electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or
service representative if you are in doubt whether the
dishwasher is properly grounded. Do not modify the
plug provided with the dishwasher; if it will not fit the
outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
• For a permanently connected dishwasher:
The dishwasher must be connected to a grounded
metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment
grounding conductor must be run with the circuit
conductors and connected to the equipment-ground
ing terminal or lead on the dishwasher.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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starting your dishwasher for everyday loads
Here is an overview for loading and running your dish
washer. Refer to the noted pages for more details of
each step.
1. The ULTRA WASH* Soil Removal System is designed
to remove food particles from the wash and rinse
water. Remove only large chunks of food and bones
from your dishes.
2. Properly load the dishwasher Q. Make sure nothing
prevents the spray arms from spinning freely Q . See
pages 7 and 8.
3. Add detergent Qj and check the rinse agent dis
penser. Add rinse agent if needed Q. See pages 9
and 10.
4. Push door firmly closed Q, The door latches automat
ically. Run hot water at the sink nearest your dishwash
er until water is hot Q. Turn off water. See page 10.
5. Press the desired Cycle and Options selections Q.
Turn the Timer knob to the desired cycle to start Q.
See pages 11 and 12.
NOTE: If the door is latched, you will hear the cycles
start and stop as the Timer knob passes each cycle
mark. This is normal and does not hurt the dishwasher.
If you prefer, you can set the Timer knob with the door
unlatched.
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Loading Your Dishwasher
Preparing to load your
Loading the top rack
The top rack is designed for cups, glasses, and smaller
items. (See recommended loading patterns below.)
NOTE: The features on your dishwasher rack may vary
from the drawings below.
dishwasher
• Load correctly for best washing results. Incorrect load
ing may cause poor washing and the need to rewash all
or part of the load.
• Wash full loads. Running a half-filled dishwasher uses
the same amount of electricity and hot water as a fully
loaded machine.
• To save water and energy, do not rinse dishes before
putting them into the dishwasher.
• Remove large pieces of food, fruit pits, bones, and
other hard items. The ULTRA WASH* module will
remove food particles from the water. The module con
tains a chopping device which will reduce the size of
food items.
NOTE: If hard items such as fruit seeds, nuts, and egg
shells enter the ULTRA WASH module, you might hear
chopping, grinding, crunching, or buzzing sounds.
Those sounds are normal when hard items enter the
module. Do not let metallic items (such as pot handle
screws) get into the ULTRA WASH module. They could
damage the ULTRA WASH module.
• Foods like eggs, rice, pasta, spinach, and cooked
cereals may be hard to remove if they are left to dry
over a period of time. Run a Quick Rinse cycle to keep
dishes moist ityou do not plan to wash them soon.
• Load dishes so soiled surfaces face the rotating
spray arms.
• Load dishes so they are not stacked or overlapping, if
possible. It is important for the water spray to reach all
soiled surfaces for best washing. For best drying, water
must be able to drain from all surfaces.
Do not
cover third
level wash
tower ----------
Do not
cover third
level wash
tower —
• Place items so open ends face down for cleaning and
draining.
• Load glasses in top rack only - bottom rack is not
designed for glasses. Damage may occur.
• Place cups and glasses in the rows between prongs.
Placing them over the prongs can lead to breakage.
• Secure lightweight items.
• China, crystal, and other delicate items must not touch
each other during dishwasher operation. Damage
may occur.
• Load plastic items in the top rack only. Only plastic
items marked “dishwasher safe” are recommended.
• Load plastic items so the force of the spray does not
move them during the cycle.
• To avoid chipping, do not let stemware touch other
items.
• Small bowls, pans, and other utensils can be placed in
the top rack.
• Load items so they do not cover third level wash tower.
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10 place setting
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12 place setting
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Loading the bottom rack
Loading the silverware
Items with cooked-on or dried-on food should be loaded
in the bottom rack, with soiled surfaces facing inward to
the spray. (See recommended loading patterns below.)
NOTE: The features on your dishwasher rack may vary
from the drawings below.
Do not
cover
spray ~
tower
10 place setting
Do not
cover
spray
tower
basket
• Load the silverware basket while it is in the bottom rack
or take the basket out for loading on a counter or table.
NOTE: You can remove the basket for easy unloading.
Always unload or remove the basket before unloading
the racks to avoid spilling water droplets on the silver
ware.
• Mix items in each section of the basket with some
pointing up and some down to avoid nesting. Spray
cannot reach nested items.
IMPORTANT: Always load sharp items (knives, skew
ers, forks, etc.) pointing down.
12 place setting
• Do not load glasses, cups, or plastic items in the
bottom rack.
• Load plates, soup bowls, etc., between prongs and fac
ing inward to the spray.
• Overlap edges of plates for large loads.
• Secure heavily soiled cookware face down in the rack.
• Load items so they do not block or cover the spray
tower.
• Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop
rotation of the upper or lower spray arm. The spray
arms must move freely.
Quiet operating tips
To avoid thumping/clattering noises during operation:
• Make sure lightweight load items are secured in
the racks.
• Make sure pot lids and handles, pizza pans, cookie
sheets, etc., do not touch interior walls or interfere with
the spray arm’s rotation.
• Load dishes so they do not touch one another.
NOTE: Keep sink drain plugs closed during dishwasher
operation to prevent noise transfer through drains.
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Your Part in Cleaning Dishes
Using the detergent dispenser
• Use automatic dishwashing detergent only. Other
detergents are too mild and much too sudsy.
• Add detergent just before starting cycle.
• Store tightly closed detergent in a cool, dry place.
Fresh automatic dishwasher detergent results in
better cleaning.
Filling the detergent dispenser
The detergent dispenser Q has one section with a cover
and one without. Push the cover down firmly until it latch
es. Detergent in the open section falls into the dishwasher
when closing the door. The covered section opens auto
matically for the main wash. It is normal for the cover to
open partially when dispensing detergent.
NOTE: Use both sections for cycles with two washes.
Use only the covered section for cycles with one wash.
See the cycles chart for more details.
Cover
Cover latch
Main wash section Pre-wash section
How much detergent to use
• The amount of detergent to use depends on the hardness of your water and the type of detergent. If you use too little,
dishes won’t be clean. If you use too much in soft water, glassware will etch.
• Find out your water’s hardness by asking the water softener department in your local Sears store or your local water
department.
WATER HARDNESS AMOUNT OF DETERGENT
Soft to Medium Hard Water For normal loads:
0 to 6 grains per gallon
Medium to Hard Water For normal and heavily soiled loads;
7 to 12 grains per gallon
NOTE: Fill amounts shown are for standard powdered detergent. Amounts may vary if you use liquid or concentrated
powdered detergent. Follow Instructions on the package when using liquid dishwasher detergent or concentrated pow
dered detergent.
• Partially fill the Main Wash section (2 tablespoons or 30 grams)
• Fill the Pre-Wash section (2 tablespoons or 30 grams)
NOTE: Add only 1 tablespoon or 15 grams of detergent to the Pre-Wash section if
dishes are prerinsed or water Is very soft.
For heavily soiled loads:
• Fill the Main Wash section (3 tablespoons or 45 grams)
• Fill the Pre-Wash section (2 tablespoons or 30 grams)
• Fill the Main Wash section (3 tablespoons or 45 grams)
• Fill the Pre-Wash section (2 tablespoons or 30 grams)
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Using the rinse agent dispenser
A rinse agent greatly improves dish drying and helps pre
vent spots or streaks. The rinse agent helps water flow off
dishes and keeps water from forming droplets. A small
amount of rinse agent automatically releases into the final
rinse water.
Keep the rinse agent dispenser fiiied with a liquid
rinse agent. For best drying results, periodically check
the dispenser as follows to see if it needs filling:
• Check center of rinse aid indicator cap Q. Clear
means it needs filling.
OR
• Remove rinse aid indicator cap. An “E” is visible at the
bottom of the dispenser when empty Q.
To fill dispenser:
1. Open dishwasher door completely.
2. Remove rinse aid indicator cap.
3. Add rinse agent Qj. Fill only to smallest opening in
lower part of dispenser. Overfilling may cause rinse
agent to leak out. This will not harm the dishwasher,
but could cause oversudsing.
4. Clean up any spilled rinse agent with a damp cloth.
5. Replace rinse aid indicator cap. Keep it closed tightly.
NOTES:
• Your dishwasher is designed to use a liquid rinse agent.
Do not use a solid or bar-type rinse agent.
• The rinse agent dispenser holds 6 ounces (175 mL).
Under normal conditions, this lasts about 3 months.
• You do not have to wait until the dispenser is empty
before refilling, but do not overfill it.
Water temperature tips
Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing deter
gent. Hot water also dissolves grease on dishes and
helps dry glasses spot-free. For best dishwashing results,
water must be at least 120°F (49'’C) as it enters the dish
washer. Loads may not wash as well if the water temper
ature is too low.
To check water temperature:
1. Run hot water at the faucet closest to your dishwasher
for at least 1 minute.
2. Measure the water temperature with a candy or meat
thermometer placed in the running stream of water Q .
3. If the water temperature at the faucet is below 120°F
(49®C), have a qualified person raise the water heater’s
thermostat setting.
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Cycles
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^ CYCLES
CYCLE
POTS & PANS
For cleaning dishes, and pots and pans with cooked-on or dried-on foods,
•Water automatically heats to 135°F (57“C) in the wash, main wash, and final rinse.
Qaf$lGaard
jMrv
OPTIONS
J
A shows what each cycle includes.
Wash
Rinse
Main
Wash , Rinse
/t 88" 9.1/34.4
Dry
Cycle
Time"
(min.)
' W ater
Usage
(gallons
[U.S.l/lltera)
QUICK RMSe
OUKKRMSCOn
HOflUAL WASH
uqhtwash
Detergent
Dispenser
Sections
Use Both
Sections
NORMAL WASH
/ /
For everyday heavily soiled dishes. (The Energy Guide label is based on this cycle.)
• Water automatically heats to 135°F (57°C) in the final rinse.
/t
LIGHT WASH
✓
A light wash for lightly soiled dishes.
• Water automatically heats to 135“F (57°C) in the final rinse.
72tt
/
62t" 4.8/18.2
a
6.9/26.1
Use Both
Sections
H
Use
Covered
Section
H
/ 2.2/8.3
For rinsing dishes that will be washed later.
t The Timer Knob will pause while water is being heated.
ttcycle time includes dry time and m ay be longer depending on the tem perature of water entering the dishwasher. The cooler the water, the longer
the cycle time. If the water is already hot enough, the cycle times will t» as shown.
No
Detergent
Needed
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Options
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^ CYCLES
Option
Heat Dry
• Option for Pots & Pans,
Normal Wash and Light
Wash cycles
• Do not use with Quick Rinse
No Heat Dry
• Option for Pots & Pans,
Normal Wash and Light
Wash cycles .
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OPTKWS
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When should I use it?
To ensure a thorough, rapid
dry.
Use when you do not need a
rapid dry cycle. Allow longer
drying times (overnight). Use
rinse agent to improve drying.
• Turns on heating element for 30-minute dry
‘ period.
• Turns off heating element in 30-minute dry
Caring for Your Dishwasher
Refer to the “Troubleshooting Guide” section for special cleaning problems.
period.
What does it do?
NORMAL WASH
~ LKUfTWASH
Cleaning your dishwasher
Cleaning the exterior
In most cases, regular use of a soft, damp cloth or
sponge and a mild detergent is all that is necessary to
keep the outside of your dishwasher looking nice and
dean.
Cleaning the interior
Hard water minerals may cause a white film to build up
on the inside surfaces, especially just beneath the door
area.
To clean interior:
• Apply powdered dishwasher detergent to a damp
sponge to make a paste.
OR
• Use liquid automatic dishwasher detergent and clean
with damp sponge.
Do not clean the dishwasher interior until it has cooled.
Wear rubber gloves. Do not use any type of cleanser
other than dishwasher detergent because it may cause
foaming or sudsing.
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storing your dishwasher
Moving or winterizing your dishwasher
Protect your dishwasher and home against water
damage due to freezing water lines. If your dishwasher .is
left in a seasonal dwelling or could be exposed to near
freezing temperatures, have a qualified person do the
following;
1. Disconnect power supply to the dishwasher.
2. Turn off water supply to the dishwasher.
3. Remove the 4 screws on the lower access panel and
remove the lower access panel.
4. Place a shallow pan under the water supply valve.
Then, use a wrench to disconnect the water inlet from
the water supply valve. Separate the water inlet from
the water supply valve and drain water into the pan.
Reconnecting your dishwasher
1. Remove the 4 screws on the lower access panel and
remove lower access panel.
2. Turn on the water supply to dishwasher.
3. Turn on power supply to dishwasher.
4. Run dishwasher through a complete cycle and check
for teaks.
5. Replace lower access panel.
NOTE: If your dishwasher is connected to a garbage
disposal, do not run water into the sink after winterizing.
This could dause water to refill the drain hose on your
dishwasher.
Storing for the summer
Protect your dishwasher during the summer months by
turning off the water supply and power supply to the
dishwasher.
5. Remove the spring clamp from the water outlet and
separate from the water supply valve; drain water
into pan.
6. Reconnect both water inlet and water outlet to the
water supply valve.
7. Empty the pan and reposition it under the water
pump.
8. Remove the clamp and disconnect the drain hose
from the water pump; drain water into pan.
9. Reconnect drain hose to the water pump, being sure
to position the clamp over the connection.
10. Replace the lower access panel.
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Tips for washing special items
If you have any doubts about washing a particular item, check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe.
MATERIAL DISHWASHER SAFE?
Aluminum
Bottles and Cans
Cast Iron
China/Stoneware
Crystal
Gold
Glass
Hollow-Handle Knives
Yes
No
No
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
No
EXCEPTIONS/SPECIAL INFORMATION
High water temperature and detergents may affect
finish of anodized aluminum.
Wash bottles and cans by hand. Labels attached with
glue can loosen in your dishwasher. Loose labels and
glue can clog spray arms or the pump and will reduce
washing performance.
Seasoning will be removed and iron will rust.
Always check manufacturer’s recommendations before
washing. Antique, hand-painted, or over-the-glaze
patterns may fade. Gold leaf may discolor or fade.
Always check manufacturer’s recommendations before
washing. Some types of leaded crystal may etch with
repeated washings.
Gold-colored flatware will discolor.
Milk glass will yellow with repeated dishwasher
washing.
Handles of some knives are attached to the blade
with adhesives which may loosen if washed in the
dishwasher.
Pewter
Disposable Plastics
Plastics
Stainless Steel
Sterling Silver or Silver Plate
Tin
Wooden Ware
No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
High water temperatures and detergent may discolor
or pit finish.
Cannot withstand high water temperatures and
detergents.
Always check manufacturer’s recommendations before
washing. Piastics vary in their capacity to withstand
high water temperatures and detergents. Load plastics
in top rack only.
Run a Quick Rinse cycle if not washing immediately.
Prolonged contact with food containing salt, vinegar,
milk products, or fruit juice could damage finish.
Run a Quick Rinse cycle if not washing immediately.
Prolonged contact with food containing salt, acid,
or sulfide (eggs, mayonnaise, and seafood) could
damage finish.
Can rust.
Wash by hand. Always check manufacturer’s
recommendations before washing. Untreated wood
may warp, crack, or lose its finish.
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TVoubleshooting Guide
Dishwasher is not operating properly
PROBLEM ... CAUSE ...
Dishwasher does not
run or stops during
a cycle
Dishwasher wiil
Door not closed
Wrong cycle selected
No or improper power supplied
to dishwasher
Motor stopped due to oveiioad
No water supplied to
dishwasher
Overfill protector stuck
not fill
Dishwasher seems
to run too iong
Water remains
Water supplied to dishwasher
is not hot enough
Cycle not finished
in dishwasher
Detergent remains in
covered section of
dispenser
White residue
appears on front
of access panel
Odor in the
dishwasher
Condensation on
kitchen counter
Cycle not finished
Detergent has lumps
Bottom rack in backwards
Too much detergent
was used
Brand of detergent
developing excess foam
Dishes only washed every
2-3 days
Plastic smell of new dishwasher
Excessive moisture from vent in
dishwasher console
SOLUTION ...
Make sure door is dosed and securely latched.
Refer to the “Cycles" section, page 11.
Check to see if household fuse or circuit breaker is
blown or tripped.
Motor will automatically reset itself within a few minutes.
If it does not restart, call for service.
Check to see if shut-off valve (if installed) is turned on.
Check to see if the overfill protector moves up and down
freely. Press down to release.
It is normal for the dishwasher to run longer while heating
water. Refer to the “Water temperature tips" section,
page 10.
• Three delays will occur if the Pots & Pans cycle is
selected.
•The final rinse will automatically delay until the water
temperature reaches the proper temperature.
Wait for the cycle to complete.
Wait for the cycle to. complete.
Replace with dry, lump-free detergent.
Refer to the “Parts and Features” section, page 3, and
reinstall rack if necessary.
Refer to the “Using the detergent dispenser” section,
page 9.
Try a different brand to reduce foaming and eliminate
buildup.
Run a Quick Rinse cycle at least once or twice a day
until full load is accumulated.
Run a vinegar rinse, as described on the next page.
Dishwasher console should be aligned with countertop.
Refer to Installation Instructions for more information.
Dishes are not cleaned completely
Food soil left
on dishes
Improper loading
Water temperature Is too low
Use of incorrect, too little,
or ineffective detergent
Refer to the “Loading Your Dishwasher” section,
pages 7 and 8.
If needed, turn home water heater up to ensure water
entering dishwasher is 120°F (49°C) minimum. Referto
the “Water temperature tips" section, page 10.
Use recommended dishwasher detergents only. Refer
to the “Using the detergent dispenser” section, page 9.
Never use less than one tablespoon per load. Detergent
must be fresh to be effective. Always store detergent in
a cool, dry area.
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Troubleshooting Guide (cont.)
Dishes are not cleaned completely (cont.)
PROBLEM ...
Food soil left on
dishes (cont.)
Spots or stains on dishes
spotting and filming
Silica film or etching
(silica film is a milky,
rainbow-colored
deposit; etching is a
cloudy film)
CAUSE ...
Detergent cakes in dispenser
Pump or spray arm
clogged by labels from bot
tles and cans
Insufficient fill caused by
low water pressure
Slowdown of wash arm due
to high suds
Hard water or high mineral
content in water
Water temperature is too low
Use of incorrect detergents
Incorrect amount of
detergent
Use of ineffective detergents
Insufficient fill caused by low
water pressure
A water chemical reaction
with certain types of glass
ware. Usually caused by
some combination of soft
or softened water, alkaline
washing solutions, insufficient
rinsing, overloading
the dishwasher, and heat
of drying.
SOLUTION ...
Use fresh detergent only. Do not allow detergent to sit
for several hours in a wet dispenser. Check dispenser
for caked detergent. Clean dispenser when caked
detergent is present.
Remove labels before washing bottles and cans or wash
by hand. Refer to the “Tips for washing special items"
section, page 14.
Home water pressure should be 20 to 120 psi
(138-828 kPa) for proper dishwasher fill. A booster
pump on the water supply may be necessary if pressure
is too low.
Never use soap or laundry detergents. Use recommended
dishwasher detergents only.
Conditioning the final rinse water with a liquid rinse agent
helps eliminate spotting and filming. Keep the dispenser
full with a rinse agent at all times.
If needed, turn home water heater up to ensure water
entering dishwasher is 120“F (49X) minimum. Referto
the “Water temperature tips" section page 10,
Use recommended dishwasher detergents only.
Refer to the “Using the detergent dispenser" section,
page 9. Heavy soil and/or hard water generally require
extra detergent.
Detergent should be fresh. Store in a cool, dry place,
preferably in an airtight container. Discard lumpy detergent,
Home water pressure should be 20 to 120 psi
{138-828 kPa) for proper dishwasher fill. A booster pump
on the water supply may be necessary if pressure is too
low.
NOTE: To remove spots and film from dishes, try a
vinegar rinse.
1. Wash and rinse as usual using the No Heat Dry option.
2. Remove all metal items.
3. Put 2 cups (500 mL) white vinegar in a container on
the bottom rack.
4. Run dishwasher through complete washing cycle.
Vinegar will mix with wash water.
It may not be possible to prevent problem, except by
hand washing. To slow this process, use a minimum
amount of detergent but not less than 1 tablespoon per
load. Use a liquid rinse agent and underload the
dishwasher to allow thorough rinsing. Silica film and
etching are permanent and cannot be removed. Use the
No Heat Dry option.
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Ttoubleshooting Guide (cont.)
Spots or stains on dishes (cont.)
PROBLEM ...
White spots on
cookware with
non-stick finish
Brown stains on
dishes and dish
washer interior
Biack or gray marks
on dishes
Orange stains on
plastic dishes or
dishwasher interior
CAUSE...
Seasoning removed by dish
washer detergents
High iron content in water
supply
Aluminum items
Large amounts of tomatobased foods in dishes placed
in the dishwasher
SOLUTION ...
Reseason cookware after dishwasher washing.
Remove by washing dishes (after food soil has been
removed) with 1 teaspoon (5 mL) to. 1 tablespoon (5 mL)
of citric acid crystals added to covered section of
detergent dispenser. Do not use detergent. Follow with a
Norma! Wash cycle with detergent. If treatment is needed
more often than every other month, the installation of an
iron removal unit is recommended.
Aluminum items should be loaded so that they will not
rub against dishes during washing. Throwaway aluminum
items should not be washed in the dishwasher because
they may break down and cause marking. Aluminum
markings can be removed by using a mild abrasive
cleanser.
Stains may gradually fade over time. Regular use of
heated drying may cause stains to fade slower. Stains
will not affect dishwasher performance. Regular use of
Quick Rinse cycle or No Heat Dry option will reduce the
likelihood of staining.
Dishes do not dry completeiy
Dishes are not dry
Dishes do not drain properiy
Plastics
Rinse agent dispenser
is empty
No Heat Dry option was used
Dishes are damaged during cycle
Chipping of dishes
Improper loading
Noises
Dishes must have proper water drainage. Do not over
load. Refer to the “Loading Your Dishwasher” section,
pages 7 and 8, Use a liquid rinse agent to speed drying.
Some plastics, due to material, may need to be
towel dried.
Refer to the “Using the rinse agent dispenser” section,
page 10.
Do not use the No Heat Dry option.
Load dishes and glasses so that they are stable and do
not strike together from washing action. Moving rack in
and out slowly will also minimize chipping.
NOTE: Some types of china and glassware are too
delicate for automatic dishwashing and should be hand
washed; for example: antiques, feather-edged crystal,
and similar types.
Grinding, grating,
crunching, or
buzzing sounds
Hard object entered the
Ultra Wash module
Sound should stop when object is ground up.
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We Service What We Sell
“We Service What We Sell” is our assurance that you can depend on Sears for service. Your dishwasher has added
value when you consider that Sears has service units nationwide, staffed with professional technicians specifically
trained on Sears appliances and having the parts, tools, and equipment to ensure that we meet our nledae to vou
“We Service What We Sell.” ” ^
Sears Maintenance Agreement
Maintain the value of your KENMORE* Dishwasher with a Sears Maintenance Agreement. Sears dishwashers are de
signed, manufactured, and tested for years of dependable operation. Yet, any modern appliance may require service
from time to time.
The Sears Maintenance Agreement:
• Is your way to buy tomorrow’s service at today’s prices.
• Eliminates repair bills resulting from normal use.
• Allows for as many service calls as required.
• Provides for service by professional Sears Trained Technicians.
• Even if you don’t need repairs, the Maintenance Agreement offers an annual preventative maintenance check-uo
at your request! ^
This Maintenance Agreement does not cover original installation, reinstallation, or damage resulting from external
causes such as acts of abuse, theft, fire, flood, wind, lightning, freezing, power failure, power reduction, etc.
Ordering a new white door panel
To order a white door panel for your dishwasher:
Please send a $5 (U.S.) handling fee to (check or money order payable to “Dishwasher Panel”):
Dishwasher Panel
123 Koomler Drive
LaPorte, IN 46350
Provide the following information:
Please send me a white door panel (Part No. 3369769). I have
enclosed a check or money order for $5 (U.S.).
Name
___
Address.
City
____
Phone No. (
Model No.
•Please allow 4 to 6 weeks for delivery.
In Canada, contact your local Sears Service Center,
.State
.Date Purchased
.Serial No.
-Zip
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In U.S.A. or Canada
for in-home major brand repair service:
Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
1-800-4-MY-HOME" (1 -800-469-4663)
Para pedir servicio de reparación a domicilio - 1-800-676-5811
Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pièces - 1-800-469-4663
For the repair or replacement parts you need:
Call 6 a.m. - 11 p.m. CST, 7 days a week
PartsDirect“
1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278)
Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio - 1-800-659-7084
For the location of a Sears Service Center in your area:
Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
1-800-488-1222
To purchase or inquire about a Sears Maintenance Agreement:
Call 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. CST, Monday - Saturday
1 -800-827-6655
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