Kenmore 630.13952 User manual

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630.13952
630.13953
630.13959
KENMORE ELITE
DISHWASHERS
Sears Brands Management Corporation
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.ca
www.kenmore.com
www.sears.com
Sears Canada Inc.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2C3

SAFETY
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I. SAFETY...................................................................................... 3
IA. General hazards..........................................................................................................3
IB. Electrical shock / fire hazards ...................................................................................3
IC. Plumbing / scalding hazards .....................................................................................3
II. INSTALLATION.......................................................................... 4
IIA. Pre-Install checklist....................................................................................................4
IIB. Alignment....................................................................................................................4
IIC. Electrical connection .................................................................................................5
IID. Water connection .......................................................................................................6
IIE. Drain and condensation hose connections .............................................................6
III. OPERATION............................................................................... 7
IIIA. Control layout .............................................................................................................7
IIIB. Features ......................................................................................................................7
IIIC. Entering special programs and coding ....................................................................8
IV. COMPONENTS ........................................................................ 12
IVA. Dishwasher components .........................................................................................12
V. REPAIR .................................................................................... 28
VA. Disassembly procedures .........................................................................................28
VB. Water valves..............................................................................................................31
VC. Circulation pumps ....................................................................................................31
VD. Controls.....................................................................................................................32
VE. Heaters ......................................................................................................................34
VF. 2-piece drain hose connection ................................................................................36
VG. Drain pumps..............................................................................................................36
VH. Dispensers ................................................................................................................36
VI. Door latches..............................................................................................................37
VI. FAULT DIAGNOSTICS ............................................................ 39
VIA. Customer service test program...............................................................................39
VIB. Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................42
VII. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS.............................................. 49
VIII. WIRING DIAGRAMS................................................................ 50

SAFETY
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I. SAFETY
IA. General hazards
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Don’t use the dishwasher until it is completely installed. When opening the door on an
uninstalled dishwasher, carefully open the door while supporting the rear of the unit.
Failure to follow this warning can cause the dishwasher to tip over and result in serious
injury.
In some conditions, hydrogen gas can form in a hot water system that has not been
used for weeks. Hydrogen gas is explosive. Before filling a dishwasher from a system
that has been off for weeks, run the water from a nearby faucet in a well ventilated
area until there is no sound or evidence of gas.
Temperatures required for soldering and sweating will damage the dishwasher’s base
and water inlet valve. If plumbing lines are to be soldered or sweated, keep the heat
source at least 6 inches (152.4 mm) away from the dishwasher’s base and water inlet
valve.
Removing any cover or pulling the dishwasher from the cabinet can expose hot water
connections, electrical power and sharp edges or points. Handle with care. Always
wear gloves and safety glasses.
IB. Electrical shock / fire hazards
Don’t allow electrical and water supply lines to touch. Don’t work on an energized
circuit. Doing so could result in serious injury or death. Only qualified electricians
should perform electrical work. Don’t attempt any work on the dishwasher electric
supply circuit until you are certain the circuit is de-energized.
Make sure electrical work is properly installed. There should be no loose electrical
connections. Ensure all electrical connections are properly made.
The customer has the responsibility of ensuring that the dishwasher electrical
installation is in compliance with all national and local electrical codes and ordinances.
The dishwasher is designed for an electrical supply of 120VAC, 60 Hz, connected to a
dishwasher-dedicated, properly grounded electrical circuit with a fuse or breaker rated
for 15 amps. Electrical supply conductors shall be a minimum #14 AWG copper only
wire rated at 75°C (167°F) or higher.
This appliance 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-grounding terminal or lead on the appliance. Don’t use
extension cords.
IC. Plumbing / scalding hazards
Don’t perform any work on a charged hot water line. Serious injury could result. Only
qualified plumbers should perform plumbing work. Don’t attempt any work on the
dishwasher hot water supply plumbing until you are certain the hot water supply is shut
off.
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Don’t over tighten the 90° elbow. Doing so may damage the water inlet valve and
cause a water leak. Temperatures required for soldering and sweating will damage
the dishwasher’s water inlet valve. If plumbing lines are to be soldered or sweated,
keep the heat source at least 6 inches (152.4 mm) away from the dishwasher’s water
inlet valve.
Check local plumbing codes for approved plumbing procedures and accessories. All
plumbing should be done in accordance with national and local codes.
These instructions depict an installation method for stainless steel braided hose or
PEX hot water supply lines. If using copper tubing or other material for water supply,
defer to a licensed plumber for proper installation.
II. INSTALLATION
IIA. Pre-Install checklist
Unpack unit. Retain packing material until installation is successful. Remove
packing material from inside the dishwasher.
Inspect parts to ensure you have all the necessary materials.
Flush household hot water supply for at least two minutes.
Measure the enclosure area. The opening must be at least 34" (87 cm) high and
23-5/8" (60-61 cm) wide.
The opening must be close enough to the sink for water line and drain hose
plumbing access.
Unit must be installed close enough to the sink so that drain hose length does not
exceed 92" (234 cm) and a high loop is raised at least 20" (51 cm) above the floor.
Wooden openings must be sanded smooth and metal openings must be covered
by a protective gasket.
Is your water heater set at 120°F (49°C) and does water pressure measure 15-145
psi (1-10 bar)?
If installing in a corner, the dishwasher door must clear cabinet hardware.
Determine mounting method based on dishwasher model and countertop type,
whether top or side mount.
IIB. Alignment
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Gently rest the unit on its back, taking care not to crush the drain hose. Remove the
toe panel(s). Loosen front feet slightly. Remove junction box cover and retain for later
use. Place dishwasher upright, then level side to side and front to back.

INSTALLATION
If your dishwasher has pre-attached mounting brackets and you have a wooden
under-counter, position brackets as far apart as possible by sliding them within slots in
direction of arrows. Do not attach them to the countertop yet.
If your dishwasher has pre-attached mounting brackets and the counter top is stone,
use pliers to rotate bracket flanges to remove brackets from the top. Grasp brackets
with pliers at perforation and bend until the rounded end breaks free. Discard the
ends. Slip brackets through side slots. Using pliers, bend bracket flanges so the
brackets will not slip through slots. Do not attach them to the countertop yet.
IIC. Electrical connection
Install according to national and local codes.
Carefully place dishwasher on its back to make electrical connections to the terminal
block. Turn power off at the fuse box. Extend power cord approximately 21” from the
left side of the opening, and 30” from the back wall, making sure the cord doesn’t
contact any moving parts.
Strip outer casing of electrical wire to expose 2.5" - 3" (65 - 76 mm) of inner wires,
then strip 1/2" (13 mm) casing from each wire. If plugging the dishwasher into an
outlet, use an approved appliance power cord. Insert cord through a strain relief (not
included) and install to strain relief plate. Attach wires to terminal block (black – L
(hot), white – N(neutral) & green – G(ground). Unscrew terminal screws, but don’t
loosen or remove them as they may become damaged. Attach wires snugly, but don’t
overtighten.
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INSTALLATION
IID. Water connection
Install according to national and local codes.
Carefully place dishwasher on its back to make water connections to the water inlet
valve. Use a 90º elbow fitting with Teflon tape as needed. Don’t overtighten.
Attach the hot water line to the 90° elbow and route it underneath the unit toward the
hot water connection. Make sure the line doesn’t contact any moving parts.
IIE. Drain and condensation hose connections
Plumbing installations will vary - refer to local codes. The maximum length of the drain
hose, including leading to an air gap (if any) is 150" (381 cm). Make sure a high loop
is raised at least 20" (51 cm) above the floor.
Drain hose has its own adapter – connect directly to plumbing connection and secure
with supplied hose clamp. Don’t connect to condensation hose.
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OPERATION
III. OPERATION
IIIA. Control layout
IIIB. Features
Sanitized and Refill Rinse Agent lights
The Sanitized light comes on after certain wash programs have finished,
showing dishes have been sanitized according to NSF standards. Check the
Use & Care Guide to confirm which programs qualify as NSF rated.
The Refill Rinse Agent light shows rinse-aid needs to be added.
Reset (“Cancel – Reset”)
To reset, push Cancel-Reset buttons at the same time.
Dry Assist
With Dry Assist the temperature of the rinse water can be raised and the drying
time increased for improved drying.
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OPERATION
Changing basic features
Some features can be changed on the fascia panel.
End of cycle tone
The End of cycle tone volume can be changed.
Turn the dishwasher off and then push and hold the right Cancel Reset button
while turning the dishwasher on – release buttons when a tone sounds or the
right Cancel Reset button LED lights up.
Pushing the right Cancel Reset button changes the setting – push it until the
tone is at the desired volume (or the tone stops if it’s to be turned off). Push the
on/off button to save the setting.
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IIIC. Entering special programs and coding
Controls contain codes for sales demo mode, factory tests, customer service
test program, dishwasher configuration and error codes.
While pushing (and holding) any two wash cycle buttons, turn the dishwasher
on with the on/off switch. The current coding (e.g. “C2”) will show in the display
or LED's until you release the buttons. After releasing the buttons, LED “B” will
be lit and LED “C” will flash, confirming you’re in the special programs menu.
Push button “B” repeatedly until you’ve selected your desired program (see
P(X) Program codes, “P1” or “P4” -- programs “P0” and “P3” are factory tests
that aren’t to be used).

OPERATION
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P(X) Program codes
P0 = Functional test - used for assembly (do not use)
P1 = Customer service test program (see E(X) error codes)
P3 = Endurance / Life test (do not use)
P4 = Control coding (see C(X) control codes)
E(X) Error codes
E0 = No errors
E1 = Heating error
E2 = NTC error
E3 = Filling error
E4 = Water switch cannot be positioned
E5 = Safety float water level reached
E6 = Aqua sensor error
C(X) Control codes
C9 = Sales demo mode
Codes C1 through C9 are possible, depending on the model.
HINT:Customers pushing and holding Cancel-Reset buttons while turning
dishwashers on can see strange displays. Whenever you get call about a
“strange” display, check if the customer put the dishwasher into the test
program or some other program.
Sales demo (showroom) program
Entering sales demo program
Enter the special program mode – see section IIIE. Before releasing the two
buttons held while you turned the dishwasher on, note the coding on the digital
display (e.g. “C2”) -- the dishwasher must be returned to this code for resale.
Push button “B” repeatedly until the display shows sales demo program mode
“P4”. Push button “C” to confirm it.
Push button “B” repeatedly until the display shows sales demo code “C9”. Push
button “C” to confirm it.
Turn power off and then back on. The dishwasher is now in demo mode -- all
button lights will light up.

OPERATION
Preparing a dishwasher for showroom use
Turn off the power to the dishwasher or disconnect the dishwasher from the
electrical power.
WARNING:Danger of electrical shock!
Remove the toe kick and locate the drain pump terminal shown below.
Disconnect the terminal from the drain pump by squeezing and pulling it out.
Cover the terminal with electrical tape to prevent electrical shock.
Disconnect both ends of the short heater red wire – see section 5.2.3 to remove
right side panel for access. Tape the wire with electrical tape to the plastic base
so it can be reconnected for resale.
Do NOT connect dishwasher to a water line, but slowly pour about 4.5 liters of
distilled water into the tank. The water level should be near the bottom of the
fine filter screen in the sump.
Add a small amount of rinse aid and a 1/2 capful of antibacterial agent
(bacteriastat) onto the inner door. Do NOT add bleach.
Reconnect the dishwasher and turn it on by pushing the on/off button. Close
the door and run dishwasher for one minute. If necessary, add more water until
level reaches the fine filter screen.
Preparing a showroom dishwasher for resale
To return the dishwasher back to it’s original condition for resale, enter the
special program mode – see section 3.4. Push button “B” repeatedly until the
display shows sales demo program mode “P4”. Push button “C” to confirm it.
Push button “B” repeatedly until the display shows the original dishwasher code
(e.g. “C1”, “C2”, etc). Push button “C” to confirm it.
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Turn power off and then back on. The dishwasher now has it’s original coding.
Reconnect the pump and heater that was previously disconnected.

OPERATION
Dispenser
Adjusting rinse-aid dosage
The amount of rinse-aid can be adjusted at the dispenser.
Rinse-aid can be added by pouring it onto the arrow.
Closing dispenser doors
Slide cover fully left.
Push back end of the cover (onto the arrow) down
firmly until you hear a click.
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COMPONENTS
IV.COMPONENTS
IVA. Dishwasher components
Tank
The tank, made of 304 stainless steel, isn’t available as a service part.
Heater Operation
Dishwashers use flow-through heaters instead of exposed elements, saving
space and allowing taller tanks holding larger dinner plates. Flow-through
heaters prevent dishware damage from exposed elements and allow water to
be continuously filtered and heated.
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Filtered water from the sump flows through the circulation pump into the flow-
through heater. All heaters are protected by a 185ºF Hi-limit (high temperature
cutout) and by a flow switch which prevents heaters from operating when no
water is flowing.
Heater ratings
120 VAC, 60 Hz, 1200 W
Heats water about 2ºF / minute
Seal
NTC/Hi-limit
From circulation pump
To lower
spray arm
To upper
spray arm
Flow
switch
Heating element

COMPONENTS
Leveling feet (front and rear)
The base is supported by three leveling feet, two front and one rear. The rear
leveling foot is adjusted from the front. Front feet have provisions for set screws
(in installation parts bag).
Water switch
Motor operated water switches are mounted underneath heater assemblies.
They consist of a motor-controlled disk with 3 holes which rotates and lines up
over two sump ports (upper / lower spray arms) to provide precise water control
to upper, lower or both spray arms.
Water switches are used to divert water to upper or lower spray arms. Separate
actuators aren’t needed.
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Disk
Cam
Microswitch
European disk shown,
which is different than
U.S. disk

COMPONENTS
Circulation pumps, heaters & sumps for water switch / non-water switch models
can’t be interchanged.
Circulation pumps
Bosch dishwashers use separate circulation and drain pumps to reduce overall
size, noise, vibration and energy consumption. This allows the use of tall tanks,
increasing overall space inside dishwashers where full-sized plates can be
placed in both upper and lower racks. Circulation pumps are suspended by
rubber straps to further reduce noise and vibration.
BLDC
Pump, motor and control come as one unit (# 665510). Speed changes as
needed for wash cycle and washability. Pump is isolated from motor, so there’s
no seal needed and no need to loosen or replace impellers.
Float
The float is a safety device which starts the drain pump if there’s too much
water in the tank. It doesn’t act like a bilge pump (i.e. it won’t drain water from
the base).
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If there’s water in the base or the float switch isn’t working, error code E5 is
possible.

COMPONENTS
Drain pump
Drain pumps are mounted to sumps in the front of dishwashers -- they’re easily
accessible from the front of dishwashers by removing toe kicks.
Pump specifications
Drain pump is rated 120V, 60 Hz, 35W, 0.85A.
Solving installation issues
Often improper installations, not drain pump issues, cause dishwashers to not
drain properly.
Must have drain hoses with high loops (min. 20” high) or drains with
air gaps.
Drain hoses are 6’ long and can be up to 10’ long.
Secure drain hoses to rear of dishwashers with non-metal bands.
Make sure drain hoses aren’t kinked.
Cavitating
Cavitating may occur in any type of pump when impellers spin faster (from low
inlet or outlet pressure), creating air pockets around impellers. Cavitating
pumps can be noisy. Air gaps/high loops keep water contacting pump outlets,
preventing air pockets from forming.
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Siphoning
Siphoning may occur in any type of drain pump when low water flow allows a
siphon (suction) to develop, pulling waste water back into the pump. Sump
check valves along with air gaps/high loops prevent siphons from being created.
Terminal connections (Rast 5 connectors)
Rast 5 terminal connectors provide more positive connections than spade
terminals.
Johnson Tee installations (Washington State)
Drain pumps in installations with Johnson Tees (in Washington State) must use
stronger 4-vane pumps (607468).
Standard 9-vane drain pumps (642239) are quieter
and smoother than 4-vane pumps.
Water fill assembly
The water fill assembly is easily accessed from the left side.
Time fill
The time-fill water inlet system doesn’t have a diaphragm or water level switch.
Dishwasher controls allow water to fill for a specific time, relying on consistent
water flow through the water inlet valve to provide the correct water level.
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Time-fill water valves look like pressure-fill valves, but have tight part tolerances
to insure consistent water levels. Time-fill valves can replace pressure-fill
valves, but pressure-fill valves can’t replace time-fill valves.
Flowmeter
Dishwashers use a flowmeter to provide more accurate water filling. An
impeller mounted magnet activates a reed switch.
Flowmeters are rated:
3.8 – 14 VDC, 1 ma
2.5 L / min, 0.5 – 10 bar
208 output pulses per liter
An arrow on the back of the flowmeter shows the
water flow direction.

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Condensation tube
The condensation tube is crucial for condensation drying, which dries dishes
without a heating element in the bottom of the tank. Condensation tubes exit
the dishwasher at the right side of the tank.
Condensation tubes exit in the rear of dishwasher bases, allowing water vapor
to evaporate, and aren’t connected to customer drains.
Door spring
Using hinge slider (sliding pulley)
Hinge sliders (sliding hinge pulleys) are used instead of hinge pulleys. Instead
of rolling over rotating pulleys, door spring cords slide over pulley sliding
surfaces. The sliding surfaces provide better control than rotating pulleys (i.e.
reduces possibility of doors slamming closed or falling open).

COMPONENTS
618605 sliding hinge pulley kit consists of (2) sliding pulleys and (2) cords.
Hinge bushing
Hinge bushings hold doors in place (at hinges), using latches instead of
separate locks. Replacement door hinge levers contain hinge bushings.
Water inlet valve
Dishwashers use standard horizontal coil water inlet valves with (Rast 5)
connectors. The valve nestles in the left side of the base and is held into place
with two screws.
When reconnecting the water supply to the water valve, don’t overtighten the
elbow fitting.
Using Teflon tape on water fittings can help prevent leaking.
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The water valve can be accessed without removing outer door or base
cover. However, removing them will provide easier access.

COMPONENTS
On/off switch
The on/off switch turns the dishwasher on and off and is
crucial in resetting controls.
Contacts 5 & 6 reset the control. Whenever a control won’t
reset or won’t go into wash programs, check the on/off
switch and jumper. Replace switch and jumper if they’re
faulty.
Door latch
Other than occasional misalignment, the only door latch
repairs will be replacing microswitches. Door latches are
held in place in console (frames) by tabs. It’s important
latches are properly seated in consoles and tabs are fully
inserted into latches.
Terminal block
Terminal blocks clearly show line (L), neutral (N) & ground (G) connections.
Dishwasher wire harnesses have spade terminals which connect to terminals
on the rear of the terminal block.
Terminal blocks can’t be installed in the field – the terminal box assy with
terminal block must be ordered. The terminal box assy assures the terminal
block is properly grounded to the terminal box.
Terminal box
All dishwashers have terminal boxes with covers and conduit exits.
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