Kenmore 15831, 15835, 15838, 17839, 16831 Owner's Manual

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Ultra Wash Dishwasher

Use & Care Guide

Table of Contents ............. 1 (English section)

Lavavajillas Ultra Wash

Manual de uso y cuidado

Índice ................................ 1 (Sección en Español)

Lave-vaisselle Ultra Wash

Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien

Table des matières........... 1 (Section Française)

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Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A

MODELS/MODELOS/MODÈLES

15831, 15835, 15838, 17839

16831, 16835, 16838

Table of Contents

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Sears Dishwasher Warranty........................................... 1

Dishwasher Safety .......................................................... 2

Parts and Features.......................................................... 3

America’s Cleanest Dishes

How the ULTRA WASH* System and ULTRA WASH

Sensor work ............................................................... 4

Start Up Guide

Before using your dishwasher.................................... 5

Starting your dishwasher for everyday loads ............. 6

Loading Your Dishwasher

Preparing to load your dishwasher............................. 7

Loading the top rack................................................... 7

Loading the bottom rack............................................. 8

Loading the silverware basket.................................... 9

Quiet operating tips ....................................................9

Your Part in Cleaning Dishes

Using the detergent dispenser ................................. 10

How much detergent to use ..................................... 10

Using the rinse agent dispenser............................... 11

Water temperature tips............................................. 11

Cycles....................................................................... 12

Options..................................................................... 14

Special features ....................................................... 15

Caring for Your Dishwasher

Cleaning your dishwasher........................................ 15

Storing your dishwasher........................................... 16

Tips for washing special items ................................. 17

Troubleshooting Guide................................................. 18

We Service What We Sell ............................................. 21

Sears Repair Services in U.S.A. and Canada ............. 22

Sears Dishwasher Warranty

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON 800 SERIES KENMORE ULTRA WASH* DISHWASHERS

For one year from the date of purchase, when the dishwasher is installed 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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FULL TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRONIC CONTROL AND POWER SUPPLY BOARD

For two years from the date of purchase, when the dishwasher is installed and operated in accordance with the instructions provided in the Installation Instructions and Owners Manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, the electronic module and power supply board if defective in materials or workmanship.

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 purchase, 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, ULTRAFLOW* water feed tube, 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 warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province.

Sears, Roebuck and Co. Sears Canada, Inc. Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B2B8

3/97

* Indicates symbol for Trademark

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 obey 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:

You will be killed or seriously injured if you don’t

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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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow 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.

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• 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 produced 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 minutes. 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.

Parts and Features

Top rack (pg. 7)

Upper spray arm

Utensil basket (pg. 8)

Bottom rack (pg. 8)

Lower spray arm

Water inlet opening [in tub wall]

Rack bumper

Heating element

NO-FLIP* Clip(s) (pg. 8)

Additional feature(s) your dishwasher may have:

Small items basket (pg. 8)

Fold-down tines (pg. 8)

ULTRAFLOW* water feed tube

Silverware basket (pg. 9)

Model and serial number label (on right side)

ULTRA WASH* module (pg. 4)

Overfill protector

Detergent dispenser (pg. 10)

Rinse agent dispenser (pg. 11)

America’s Cleanest Dishes

How the ULTRA WASH* System and ULTRA WASH Sensor work

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 System includes:

• A heavy duty grinder that acts as a food disposer to

grind and dispose of large food particles.

• An ULTRA WASH Sensor that monitors the soil level in

the wash load and adjusts the cycle accordingly.

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 bottom of the overfill protector.

3. While the water is heated, the Water Heating indicator on the control panel glows and the cycle time on the electronic display holds.

4. When the water reaches the proper temperature, the Water Heating indicator turns off and the cycle time countdown resumes.

5. Detergent is added at the correct times from the detergent dispenser, and hot water is pumped through the ULTRA WASH pump.

6. 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.

7. Food soil in the dishwasher is held in an accumulating chamber so it does not recirculate into the dishwasher.

8. Water is pumped again through the ULTRA WASH pump to remove soil particles from the water, and “hold” them in the accumulating chamber .

9. Soil in the ULTRA WASH Soil Removal System is disposed down the drain with the wash water .

10. Fresh, hot water enters the dishwasher, sprays on the dishes to rinse them, and the rinse water is pumped through the ULTRA WASH System to remove any remaining soil.

11. Soil that is held in the ULTRA WASH Soil Removal System is disposed down the drain with the rinse water.

12. Final rinse water is heated and a rinse agent is added to prepare the dishes for drying.

How the ULTRA WASH Sensor adjusts the cycle:

• When the Sensing indicator light on the control panel

glows, the ULTRA WASH Sensor is measuring the amount of soil in the dishwasher.

• Once the soil level is determined, the dishwasher skips

any unnecessary portions of the cycle. The cycle countdown display is adjusted automatically.

• For lighter soil loads, the dishwasher will use fewer

water exchanges and shorten the cycle time. Example: A 90-minute Normal cycle with a light soil level adjusts to a 70-minute Normal cycle (including dry time).

Start Up Guide

Before using your dishwasher

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Tip Over Hazard

Do not use dishwasher until completely installed.

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 equip-

ment grounding conductor can result in a risk of

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Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher. Connect ground wire to green ground

connector in terminal 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 equipmentgrounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on the dishwasher.

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Starting your dishwasher for everyday loads

Here is an overview for loading and running your dishwasher. 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 . Make sure nothing

prevents the spray arms from spinning freely . See page 8.

3. Add detergent and check the rinse agent dispenser.

Add rinse agent if needed . See pages 10 and 11.

4. Push door firmly closed . The door latches automati-

cally. Run hot water at the sink nearest your dishwasher until water is hot . Turn off water. See page 11.

5. Press the desired Cycle and Options selections .

See pages 12-14. Press the Start pad .

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Loading Your Dishwasher

Preparing to load your dishwasher

• Load correctly for best washing results. Incorrect

loading 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 contains 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 if you 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.

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.

10 Place setting

12 Place setting

• 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.

Loading the top rack

(cont.)

Loading the bottom rack

Utensil basket

Use this extra capacity basket on the top rack to hold spatulas, wooden spoons, and similar items.

Fold-down tines

Fold the tines in the top rack all the way down to accommodate larger items.

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.

10 Place setting

NO-FLIP* clip(s)

Use the NO-FLIP clip(s) to hold small, lightweight items in place during the cycle.

Small items basket

(on some models)

This basket fits in the top rack. Use it to hold small items that could otherwise “fly” around inside the dishwasher during a cycle.

12 Place setting

• Do not load glasses, cups, or plastic items in the

bottom rack.

• Load plates, soup bowls, etc., between prongs and

facing inward to the spray.

• Overlap edges of plates for large loads.

• Secure heavily soiled cookware face down in the rack.

• Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop

rotation of the upper or lower spray arm. The spray arms must move freely.

Fold-down dividers

Fold-down dividers at the back of the rack can be lowered to make room for deep bowls, roasters, and other large items.

Loading the silverware 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 silverware.

• Place small items (baby bottle caps, jar lids, etc.) in a section with a hinged cover. Close the cover over the section to hold small items in place.

• You can separate the two small baskets from the large basket and position the small baskets elsewhere in the upper or lower rack.

To remove a small basket:

1. Hold the center basket with one hand, and one of the

small baskets with the other hand.

2. Slide the small basket to release tabs from

corresponding slots.

3. Pull baskets apart.

• 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, skewers, forks, etc.) pointing down.

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.

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 has one section with a cover and one without. Push the cover down firmly until it latches. Detergent in the open section falls into the dishwasher when closing the door. The covered section opens automatically 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 Soft to Medium Hard Water

0 to 6 grains per gallon

Medium to Hard Water

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 powdered detergent.

AMOUNT OF DETERGENT For normal loads:

• 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)

For normal and heavily soiled loads:

• Fill the Main Wash section (3 tablespoons or 45 grams)

• Fill the Pre-Wash section (2 tablespoons or 30 grams)

Using the rinse agent dispenser

A rinse agent greatly improves dish drying and helps prevent 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 filled 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 . Clear means it needs filling.

• Remove rinse aid indicator cap. An “E” is visible at the bottom of the dispenser when empty .

To fill dispenser:

1. Open dishwasher door completely.

2. Remove rinse aid indicator cap.

3. Add rinse agent . 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 detergent. 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 dishwasher. Loads may not wash as well if the water temperature is too low.

NOTE: Use the Water Heat option on your dishwasher if you keep your water heater at a low setting. The time showing on the electronic display pauses while water is heating. For more information, see “Dishwasher seems to run too long” in the “Troubleshooting Guide” section.

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 .

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.

Cycles

A “✓” shows what each cycle includes.

CYCLE

Soil Level

Detected By Ultra

Wash Sensor

Wash Rinse

Main

Wash

Rinse

Final

Heated

Rinse

POTS & PANS

Heavy ✓✓†✓†✓✓†✓96††10.8/40.9

POTS PANS

Light ✓

†

✓

✓✓†✓80

For cleaning dishes, and pots and pans with cooked-on or baked-on foods.

NORMAL WASH

Heavy ✓✓✓†✓✓†✓90††10.8/40.9

NORMAL

WASH

Medium ✓✓

†

✓✓†✓86

Light ✓✓ ✓†✓70

For everyday heavily soiled dishes. (The Energy Guide label is based on this cycle.)

• Select the Water Heat option to heat water to 135°F (57°C) in the main wash.

Dry

Cycle

Time

(min.)

††

Water Usage

(gallons/liters)

††

8.6/32.6

††

8.6/32.6

††

6.5/24.6

Detergent

Dispenser

Sections

Use Both

Sections

Use Both

Sections

WATER MISER

Heavy ✓✓

†

✓†✓70

††

6.5/24.6

WATER

MISER

Light ✓✓

†

✓60

††

4.3/16.3

For prerinsed and lightly soiled dishes. Saves energy by using less hot water than Normal Wash cycle.

• Select the Water Heat option to heat water to 135°F (57°C) in the main wash.

†

Water automatically heats to 135°F (57°C).

††

Cycle time includes dry time and may be longer depending on the temperature 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 be as shown.

The electronic time display pauses while water is being heated and Water Heating status indicator glows while water is being heated to the temperature shown.

NOTE: You can add a dirty dish if the Washing status indicator is on. Opening the door will not affect the sensor.

Use

Covered

Section

Cycles (cont.)

A “✓” shows what each cycle includes.

CYCLE CHINA WASH

CHINA

Soil Level

Detected By Ultra

Wash Sensor

Wash Rinse

Main

Wash Rinse

Heavy ✓✓ ✓

Final

Heated

Rinse Dry

†

Cycled

Cycle

††

Time

(min.)

✓

ater Usage

(gallons/liters)

††

6.5/24.6

Detergent

Dispenser

Sections

WASH

Light ✓✓

†

✓

Cycled

††

4.3/16.3

Use

Covered

Section

A light wash and gentle dry for china and crystal. During heated dry, the heating element cycles on and off during that portion of the cycle.

QUICK RINSE

Heavy ✓ ✓ 18 4.3/16.3

QUICK

RINSE

Light ✓ 14 2.2/8.3

Detergent

Needed

For rinsing dishes that will be washed later.

†

Water automatically heats to 135°F (57°C).

††

The electronic time display pauses while water is being heated and Water Heating status indicator glows while water is being heated to the temperature shown.

NOTE: You can add a dirty dish if the Washing status indicator is on. Opening the door will not affect the sensor.

Options

Option When should I use it? What does it do?

Water Heat

• Automatic with Pots & Pans

• Option for Normal Wash and

Water Miser cycles

• Not available for China Wash

or Quick Rinse cycles

No Heat Dry

• Option for Pots & Pans,

Normal Wash, Water Miser and China Wash cycles

Delay Start

• Option for any cycle

To ensure water temperature in Main Wash reaches 135°F (57°C).

Use when you do not need a rapid dry cycle. Allow longer drying times (overnight). Use rinse agent to improve drying.

Use when you want to start a cycle later.

Set delay to run dishwasher during times when off-peak utility rates are in effect or when you are away from home. Local utilities recommend this to avoid heavy usage of energy at certain times of day.

• When you select Water Heat, main wash

delays until water heats to 135°F (57°C).

• As water heats, washing action continues.

Water Heating status indicator glows and electronic time display pauses until water reaches proper temperature.

• Turns off heating element in 30-minute dry

period.

• Delay beginning of your selected cycle and

options in one hour increments up to nine hours.

• To set:

1. Press cycle and option pads.

2. Press Delay Start pad. Increase delay one

hour for each press of Delay Start pad. Total delay time appears on electronic time display.

3. Press Start pad. Once Start pad is

pressed, delay begins. Delay time displayed on control panel flashes once. Cycle and options begin as soon as delay time expires. If Start pad is not pressed within 30 seconds of final selection, you need to re-select your cycle, options and delay settings.

• You can change cycle and option selections

any time during delay period. You can also eliminate the delay by pressing Start pad any time. The dishwasher will start immediately.

Special features

Start Button Memory

• To use last full cycle and options completed, press the Start pad.

• If you do not run dishwasher daily, close door to maintain memory.

• If power is off or door is open for an extended period of time, the Start button memory will default to Normal cycle with Heat Dry.

To change a cycle

• Press Cancel•Drain. Wait for 2-minute drain to complete. Reset dishwasher for desired cycle and options. (Remember to add detergent if dishwasher has already gone through wash portion of original cycle.)

• You can change cycle and options any time during first 2 minutes of cycle (while water is entering dishwasher) without pressing Cancel•Drain.

To cancel a cycle

• Press Cancel•Drain. Wait for 2-minute drain to complete.

Control Lock

• Prevent accidental cycle selections by “locking” controls.

• To lock controls: Press and hold No Heat Dry pad for

4 seconds. Control Lock status indicator glows when controls are locked.

• To unlock controls: Press and hold No Heat Dry pad for

4 seconds. Control Lock status indicator will flash and turn off.

• If you try to set cycles or options when controls are

locked, Control Lock status indicator will flash so you know cycles or options cannot be selected until controls are unlocked.

Caring for Your Dishwasher

Refer to the “troubleshooting Guide” section for special cleaning problems.

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 clean .

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.

• 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.

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 .

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.

Water outlet

Spring clamp

Drain hose

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 leaks.

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 cause 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.

Water supply valve

Water inlet

Water pump and motor

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 Aluminum

Bottles and Cans

Cast Iron

China/Stoneware

Crystal

Gold Glass

Hollow-Handle Knives

DISHWASHER SAFE?

Yes

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

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. Plastics 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.

Troubleshooting Guide

Dishwasher is not operating properly

PROBLEM ... Dishwasher does not

run or stops during a cycle

Dishwasher will not fill

Dishwasher seems to run too long

Water remains in dishwasher

CAUSE ...

Door not closed Wrong cycle selected No or improper power sup-

plied to dishwasher Motor stopped due to overload

No water supplied to dishwasher

Overfill protector stuck

Water supplied to dish-washer is not hot enough

Cycle not finished

SOLUTION ...

Make sure door is closed and securely latched. Refer to the “Cycles” section, page 12. 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 11.

• A delay will occur in the main wash if the Water Heat option is selected.

• Three delays will occur if the Pots & Pans cycle is selected.

• The final rinse will automatically delay until the water temperature reaches 135°F (57°C).

Wait for the cycle to complete.

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

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

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 10. 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.

Refer to the “Loading Your Dishwasher” section, pages 7-9.

Use the Water Heat option. If needed, turn home water heater up to ensure water entering dishwasher is 120°F (49°C) minimum. Refer to the “Water temperature tips” section, page 11.

Use recommended dishwasher detergents only. Refer to the “Using the detergent dispenser” section, page 10. Never use less than one tablespoon per load. Detergent must be fresh to be effective. Always store detergent in a cool, dry area.

Troubleshooting Guide (cont.)

Dishes are not cleaned completely (cont.)

PROBLEM ... Food soil left on

dishes (cont.)

CAUSE ...

Detergent cakes in dispenser

Pump or spray arm clogged by labels from bottles and cans

Insufficient fill caused by low water pressure

Slowdown of wash arm due to high suds

Spots or stains on dishes

Spotting and filming

Silica film or etching

(silica film is a white iridescent deposit; etching is a cloudy film)

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 glassware. 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 17.

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.

Use the Water Heat option. If needed, turn home water heater up to ensure water entering dishwasher is 120°F (49°C) minimum. Refer to the “Water temperature tips” section page 11.

Use recommended dishwasher detergents only. Refer to the “Using the detergent dispenser” section,

page 10. 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.

Troubleshooting Guide (cont.)

Spots or stains on dishes (cont.)

PROBLEM ... White spots on

cookware with non-stick finish

Brown stains on dishes and dishwasher interior

Black or gray marks on dishes

Orange stains on plastic dishes or dishwasher interior

CAUSE ...

Seasoning removed by dishwasher 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 to 1 tablespoon of citric acid crystals added to covered section of detergent dispenser. Do not use detergent. Follow with a Normal 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 completely

Dishes are not dry

Dishes do not drain properly

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 overload. Refer to the “Loading Your Dishwasher” section, pages 7-9. 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 11.

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.

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 pledge to you … “We Service What We Sell.”

Sears Maintenance Agreement

Maintain the value of your KENMORE Dishwasher with a Sears Maintenance Agreement. Sears dishwashers are designed, 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-up 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.

To customize your dishwasher, you can order:

• Door and access panel accessories

• Custom wood panel trim accessories to match your dishwasher color

See back page of Installation Instructions that came with your dishwasher for further information.

For information on parts and service in Canada, call:

1-800-665-4455

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