Kenmore 5871733590, 5871433590 Owner’s Manual

Safety _nstructions ........................................................ 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

Portabte Dishwasher Information .......................... I0,1 t

Door' Panels ................................................................... 1!

User Maintenance Dnstructions ............................. t2,1 3

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

Seat's Service, Warranty ............................... Back Cover

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WARNING: Please foI_ow basic precautior_s, including the following:

Read all INSTRUCTIONS before using DO [',JOTtouch 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

dishwasller.

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

when reaching into 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,

DO NOT tamper with controls.

DO NOT sit or stand or abuse
dishwasher door or dishracks.

DO NOT operate dishwasher unless all
enclosure panels are properly in place. DO NOT allow children to play in or on

dishwasher,

ALWAYS disconnect electrical power
to dishwasher before attempting to

service.

When discarding old dislqwasher,
ALWAYS remove door to prevent
accidental entraprnent,

REMEMBER, use dishwasher for
intended function only

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

DO NOT wash plastic items unless

marked "Dishwasher Safe" or equiva-
lent. If unmarked, check manufacturer's
recommendations.

IS EXPLOSIVE. To prevent injury or

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

to run for several minute& This will allow
gases to escape As the gas is

To avoid risk of electrical shock, the
dishwasher must be electrically

grounded before it is operated

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

open.

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Built-ln models - see installation
Instructions book

Portable models-see portable
dishwasher information included in

this book.

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DO NOT install dislqwasher on carpeted

floor

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Hot Water

• Hot water is needed 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 disf_washer must be at least 120°F (49°0). Improved
perforrnance may be obtained by raising water temperature to 140°F (60°C),

Check water heater for proper" temperature setting, Cf_eck hot water tem-
perature at sink faucet with candy or meat thermometer Caution: Water

temperature should not exceed 160°F (71°C),

o Do not operate dishwasher during or rigf_tafter other tteavy use of hot water,

such as laundry or batlqing

Some models are equipped with a Water Heat option wilich will bring wa!er :

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 rnust be between 15 and t20 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 l)eard when water
enters the dishwasher.

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

department or bring a sample into your Sears store for testing°

Detergents

The 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
wilt be more effective with your water conditions than others, Refer to the table

on page 9 for the correct amount of detergent according to your water condition
Store detergent in a cool, dry place Fotlow label instructions for" liquid dishwasher

detergents,,

Rinse Agents

Rinse agents are designed to make water sheet off glasses, dishes, and
silverware to prevent spotting and speed up the drying process For best results,
refill the rinse agent dispenser approximately once a month, or if your model does

not have a liquid rinse agent dispenser, use the solid form rinse agent and replace
when empty (For more information, see page 9)

Themodelyouhaveselectedmaynot havea!lfeaturesshowrl.

ThirdLevelSprayArm

LowerSprayArm

AutomaticFilter

UpperRack

UpperSprayArm

LowerRack

Float

WaterFillLevel

HeatingElement

DoorSpring

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Left Side View

Door Latch

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\, Rinse Agent

1 , Dispenser

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(optional color panels)

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Front View

Inner Door

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,,

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Most utensils and dishware can be safely waslled in your dishwasher..
However, some materials may require special handling

ALUMINUM: Some darkening may take place, Colored aluminum may
fade. Do not place aluminum items directly in front of detergent cups where

contact with undissolved detergent could cause pitting, spotting or
discoloration.

CAST IRON: Cast iron utensils should be hand washed.

CRYSTAL: Load carefully in upper rack only. To prevent chipping, items
should not touch, Hand wash delicate items. Use Cool Dry option for

crystal items.

FLATWARE: Sterling, silverplate and stainless steel are normally
dishwasher safe Do not mix silver and stainless or the finishes may be
damaged Flatware with dark decorative shading and/or non-metallic

handles should be hand washed

PEWTER: Pewter or pewterqike 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.

CHINA: Antique, hand painted cttina and those with gold or platinum trim
should be hand washed

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