Kenmore 154092901B Guide, 5871541590 Guide Instructions Manual

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Safety instructions ........................................................ 2

What Your Dishwasher Needs to Do Its Job .............. 3

Important Parts of Your Dishwasher ........................... 4

Special Tips .................................................................... 5

Proper Loading ........................................................ 6,7,8

Detergent and Rinse Agent Dispensers ...................... 9

Portable Dishwasher Information ......................... 10,11

Door Panels .................................................................. 11

User Maintenance Instructions ............................. 12,13

Problems and Solutions ........................................ 14,15

Sears Service, Warranty ............................... Back Cover

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WARNING: Please follow basic precautions, including the following:

Read al! INSTRUCTIONS before using DO NOT touch heating element during

dishwasher, or immediately after use. Allow time to

cool.

For best results use fresh granular au-

tomatic dishwashing detergent and a

rinse agent recommended for use in a

dishwasher.

Store detergents in a cool, dry place Load sharp items and knives so they

OUT OF CHILDREN'S REACH. won't damage door seal.

Load sharp or pointed tableware with
handles up (points down) to avoid injury

when reaching into dishwasher.

DO NOT tamper with controls.

DO NOT operate dishwasher unless all

enclosure panels are properly in place. DO NOT allow children to play in or on

ALWAYS disconnect electrical power
to dishwasher before attempting to

service.

REMEMBER, use dishwasher for
intended function only.

DO NOT wash plastic items unless
marked "Dishwasher Safe" or equiva-
lent. If unmarked, check manufacturer's

recommendations.

To avoid risk of electrical shock, the
dishwasher must be electrically
grounded before it is operated.

DO NOT sit or stand or abuse

dishwasher door or dishracks.

dishwasher.

When discarding old dishwasher,
ALWAYS remove door to prevent

accidental entrapment.

WARNING: Under certain conditions,
hydrogen gas may build up in a hot
water system that has not been used for

two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS
IS EXPLOSIVE. To prevent injury or

damage, before using dishwasher, turn
on all hot water faucets and allow water

to run for several minutes. This will allow
gases to escape. As the gas is

flammable, DO NOT smoke or use an
open flame near faucets while they are

open.

Built-In models - see Installation

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Instructions book.

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Portable models-see portable
dishwasher information included in

this book.

DO NOT install dishwasher on carpeted
floor.

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Hot Water

o Hot water isneeded for best dishwashing and drying results. Before starting

the dishwasher, turn on the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher to clear
cool water from the pipe.

Water supplied to dishwasher must be at least !20°F (49°C)o Improved
performance may be obtained by raising water temperature to 140°F (60°C).

Check water heater for proper temperature setting. Check hot water tem-
perature at sink faucet with candy or meat thermometer. Caution: Water
temperature should not exceed 160°F (71 °C).

Do not operate dishwasher during or right after other heavy use of hot water,
such as laundry or bathing.

Some models are equipped with a Water Heat option which will bring water

to the proper washing temperature. Cycle time will be extended while water

is heating. For example, incoming water temperature of 120°F (49°C) will add
20-30 minutes washing time to heat water.

Water Pressure

Water supply pressure must be between 15 and 120 pounds per square inch. To

determine if you have enough pressure, put a gallon container under fully
opened hot water faucet nearest dishwasher. If container fills in less than 14

seconds, water pressure is within an acceptable range. Be sure all other faucets
are turned off during this test. NOTE: Motor sounds will be heard when water

enters the dishwasher.

Water Conditions

In areas where water is very hard (12 grains or more), it may be necessary to
install a water softener to assure proper performance from your dishwasher. If

you do not know the hardness of your water supply, contact your local water

or bring a sample into your Sears store for testing.

Detergents

use of fresh granular automatic dishwasher detergent is recommended

in the amount sufficient for your water condition. NEVER use laundry detergents,

liquid soaps or other household cleaners in your dishwasher. Some detergents

be more effective with your water conditions than others. Refer to the table

page 9 for the correct amount of detergent according to your water condition.

detergent in a cool, dry place. Follow label instructions for liquid dishwasher

etergents.

Agents

Rinse

agents are designed to make water sheet off glasses, dishes, and

to prevent spotting and speed up the drying process. For best results,

rinse agent dispenser approximately once a month, or if your model does

liquid rinse agent dispenser, use the solid form rinse agent and replace

empty. (For more information, see page 9).

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Front View

NOTE" Your dishwasher has been shipped with a pink protective film over the door and access panel trim. For
best appearance of your new dishwasher, make sure this film has been removed.

inner Door

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Mostutensilsanddishwarecanbe safelywashedinyourdishwasher.
However,somematerialsmayrequirespecialhandling.

ALUMINUM:Somedarkeningmaytakeplace.Coloredaluminummay
fade.Donotplacealuminumitemsdirectlyinfrontofdetergentcupswhere
contactwith undissolveddetergentcould cause pitting,spottingor

discoloration.

CASTIRON: Castironutensilsshouldbe handwashed.

CRYSTAL:Loadcarefullyinupperrackonly.Topreventchipping,items
shouldnot touch.Handwashdelicateitems.UseCoolDry optionfor

crystalitems.

FLATWARE: Sterling,silverplateand stainlesssteel are normally
dishwashersafe.Donot mixsilverandstainlessorthe finishesmaybe
damaged.Flatwarewith darkdecorativeshadingand!ornon-metallic
handlesshouldbehandwashed.

PEWTER: Pewter or pewter-like materials should be hand washed.

PLASTIC: Plastic items should be placed in upper rack only to

eliminate the possibility of distortion by the heating element. Wash
only those items marked "Dishwasher Safe."

WOOD: Wooden items should be hand washed.

Antique, hand painted china and those with gold or platinum trim

be hand washed.