Kenmore 665.15652 User manual

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Dishwasher
Lavavajillas
Lave-vaisselle
Mode{s/Modelos/Mod6les 665.15652, 665.15654, 665.15659
ILl II I II I Hill L
3384416 Sears Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S,A.
Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada MSB 2B8 WW_V.SearS,corll
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WE SERVICE WHAT WE SELL .......................................... 2
WARRANTY ......................................................................... 3
DISHWASHER SAFETY ................................................... 4
Before Using Your Dishwasher .................................................... 5
PARTS AND FEATURES .................................................... 6
Soil Removal System ................................................................... 7
START-UP GUIDE ............................................................... 7
Using Your New Dishwasher ....................................................... 7
DISHWASHER LOADING .................................................. 8
Loading Suggestions ................................................................... 8
Loading the Top Rack .................................................................. 8
Loading the Bottom Rack ............................................................ 9
Loading the Silverware Basket .................................................... 9
DISHWASHER USE .......................................................... 10
Detergent Dispenser .................................................................. 10
Rinse Aid Dispenser ................................................................... 11
Dishwasher Efficiency Tips ........................................................ 11
Control Panel.............................................................................. 12
Cycle Selection Chart ................................................................ 12
Canceling a Cycle ...................................................................... 13
Changing aCycle or Setting ...................................................... 13
Adding Items During aCycle ..................................................... 13
Option Selections ....................................................................... 13
Cycle Status indicators .............................................................. 14
Drying System ............................................................................ 14
Overfill Protection Float.............................................................. 14
WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS ............................................. 14
DISHWASHER CARE ........................................................ 15
Cleaning Your Dishwasher ......................................................... 15
DrainAir Gap .............................................................................. 16
Storing Your Dishwasher ........................................................... 16
TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................... 16
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."
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 wayto buy tomorrow's service at today'sprices.
• 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.
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WARRANTY
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY ON KENMORE
DISHWASHERS
For one year from the date of purchase, when this dishwasher is
Installed and operated according to instructions provided in the
Installation Instructions and Use & Care Guide, Sears win repair
this dishwasher, free of charge, if defective in material or
workmanship,
FULL WARRANTY FOR THE LIFE OF THE DISHWASHER,
ON ULTRA LIFE TM TUB MODELS, AGAINST LEAKS IN THE
TUB AND INNER DOOR PANEL
For the lifeof the dishwasher, if a leak should occLJras 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.
WARRANTY RESTRICTION
If the dishwasher is subject to other than private family use, the
above warranty coverage iseffective for only 90 days.
WARRANTY SERVICE
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.
Warranty terms may vary in Canada.
For Sears Warranty information in the United States or Canada
call 1-800-469-4663.
Sears, Roebuck and Co.
D/817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Sears Canada, Inc,
Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8
In the space below, record your complete model number, serial
number, and purchase date, You can find this information on the
model and serial number label, located as shown in the Parts and
Features section of this book. Have this information available to
help you quickly obtain assistance or service when you contact
Sears concerning your appliance.
Model number _6_
Serial number
Purchase date
Save these instructions and your sales receipt for future
reference.
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DISHWASHER SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are 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 potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or
"WARNING." These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
immediately follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
follow instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you
what can happen ifthe instructions are not followed.
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
produced in ahot 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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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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.
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.
GROUNDINGINSTRUCTIONS
•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 appro-
priate 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 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-grounding terminal or lead on the
dishwasher.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Install where dishwasher is protected from the elements.
Protect against freezing to avoid possible rupture of fill valve.
Such ruptures are not covered by the warranty. See "Storing
Your Dishwasher" in the "Dishwasher Care" section for winter
storage information,
Install and level dishwasher on a floor that will hold the
weight, and in an area suitable for its size and use.
Remove all shipping plugs from hoses and connectors (such
as the cap on the drain outlet) before installing. See
Installation Instructions for complete information.
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PARTSANDFEATURES
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1. Upper lever wash
2. Top rack
3. Bottom rack
4. Lower spray arm
5. Water inlet opening [in tub wall]
6. Rack bumper
7. Heating element
8. Vent
9. Top spray arm
10. ULTRA FLOW TM water feed tube
11. Silverware basket
12. Model and seriar number label
13. Overfill protection float
14. Detergent dispenser
15. Rinse aid dispenser
Control Panel
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CYCLES
POTS HEAVY NORMAL LIGHT QUICK
OPI)ONS
WASHING
HITEMP AJ__ _,_ HEATING
._ DRYING
LOCK 0N '_ _'L_N
HOUBS
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The soil removal system gives you sparkling clean dishes, while
using less energy and time. The soil removal system includes:
A heavy-duty grinder that acts as a food disposer to grind and
dispose of large food particles.
How the soil removal system works
1. Load the dishwasher. Remove bones, large chunks or
burned-on food. No rinsing is necessary. Any remaining food
soil will be ground up and disposed down the drain with the
rinse water.
2. Hot water fills the dishwasher to a level near the bottom of
the overfill protection float.
3. The Heating indicator glows and the dishwasher pauses while
the water is heated.
4. When the water reaches the proper temperature, the Heating
indicator turns off and the cycle countdown resumes.
5. Detergent from the detergent dispenser is dispensed at the
correct cycle times and hot water is pumped through the
pump.
6. Hot water and detergent sprays against the soiled surfaces of
the load and removes food particles.
7. Food soil is held in an accumulating chamber.
8. Food soil is disposed down the drain with the wash water.
START-UP GUIDE
Before using your dishwasher, remove all packaging materials.
Read this entire Use and Care Guide. You will find important
safety information and useful operating tips.
1. Scrape large food soil and hard items (toothpicks or bones)
from dishes.
2. Properly load the dishwasher. (See "Dishwasher Loading.")
Make sure nothing prevents the spray arm(s) from spinning
freely.
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3. Add detergent and check the rinse aid dispenser. Add rinse
aid if needed. (See "Dishwasher Use.")
4. Push door firmly closed. The door latches automatically. Run
hot water at the sink nearest your dishwasher until the water
is hot. (See "Dishwasher Efficiency Tips.") Turn off water.
9. Fresh, hot water enters the dishwasher and sprays on the
dishes. The rinse water is then pumped through the soil
removal system and remaining soil is removed.
10. The food soil that is held in the soil removal system is
disposed down the drain with the rinse water.
11. The final rinse water is heated. The rinse aid is added to the
water for the final rinse to prepare the dishes for drying.
5. Press the desired cycle and option selections. (See
"Dishwasher Use.") Press START.
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DISHWASHER
LOADING
Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks and other hard
items from the dishes. It is not necessary to rinse the dishes
before putting them in the dishwasher. The wash module
removes 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 wash module, you might hear chopping, grinding,
crunching, or buzzing sounds. These sounds are normal
when hard items enter the module. Do not let metallic items
(such as pot handle screws) get into the wash module.
Damage can occur.
• Load dishes so soiled surfaces face the spray (down or
inward). It is important for the water spray to reach all soiled
surfaces.
Load dishes so they are not stacked or overlapping if
possible. For best drying, water must be able to drain from all
surfaces.
Make sure pot lids and handles, pizza pans, cookie sheets,
etc., do not interfere with the spray arm rotation.
Run a rinse cycle to keep dishes moist if you do not plan to
wash them soon. 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.
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 rotation of
the spray arm.
• Load dishes so they do not touch one another.
NOTE= For built-in models, keep sink drain plugs closed during
dishwasher operation to prevent noise transfer through drains.
The top rack is designed for cups, glasses, and smaller items.
(See recommended loading patterns shown.)
NOTE= The features on your dishwasher rack may vary from the
drawings shown.
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• Place items so open ends face down for cleaning and
draining.
• Load glasses in top rack only. The bottom rack is not
designed for glasses. Damage can occur.
• Place cups and glasses in the rows between tines. Placing
them over the tines can lead to breakage and water spots.
•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 bowls in the center section for best stability.
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The bottom rack is designed for plates, pans, casseroles, and
utensils. Items with cooked-on or dried-on food should be loaded
with soiled surfaces facing inward to the spray. (See
recommended loading patterns shown.)
NOTE: The features on your dishwasher rack may vary from the
drawings shown.
Loadir,,# =:no
Load the silverware basket while it is in the bottom rack or take
the basket out for loading on a counter or table.
NOTE: Unload or remove the basket before unloading the racks
to avoid spilling water droplets on the silverware.
• Place small items like baby bottle caps, jar lids, corn cob
holders, etc., in the covered section. Close the cover to hold
small items in place.
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Do not load glasses, cups, or plastic items in the bottom
rack. Load small items in the bottom rack only if they are
secured in place•
Load plates, soup bowls, etc., between tines and facing
inward to the spray.
Overlap the edges of plates for large loads.
Load soup, cereal, and serving bowls in the rack in a variety
of ways depending upon their size and shape• Load bowls
securely between the rows of tines• Do not nest bowls
because the spray will not reach all surfaces.
This silverware basket can be separated and placed into the
bottom rack in several locations• Load silverware in all
sections or just one, depending upon your load•
When covers are up, 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, etc.)
pointing down.
To remove a small basket
1. Hold the center basket and one small basket• Slide the small
basket forward to release the tabs from the corresponding
slots.
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• Load cookie sheets, cake pans, and other large items at the
sides and back. Loading such items in front can keep the
water spray from reaching the detergent dispenser.
• Secure heavily soiled cookware face down in the rack•
• Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation
of the spray arm(s). The spray arm(s) must move freely•
• Do not load items between the bottom rack and the side of
the dishwasher tub. You can block the water inlet opening.
NOTE: If you have removed the bottom rack for unloading or
cleaning, replace it with the bumpers in front.
2. Pull the baskets apart.
NOTES:
• Do not load silver or silver-plated silverware with stainless
steel. These metals can be damaged by contact with each
other during washing•
• Some foods (such as salt, vinegar, milk products, fruit juices,
etc.) can pit or corrode silverware. Run a rinse cycle if you do
not have a full load to wash immediately•
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DISHWASHER USE
The detergent dispenser has 2 sections. The Pre-Wash section
empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close the door.
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Where to fill
Top of 3rd step (3 tbs or 45 g)
Top of 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g)
_--_ Top step (1 or 15 g)
of 1st tb
Water Hardness
Soft to Medium
Hard Water
0 to 6 grains per
gallon
1. Cover
2. Main wash section
3, Cover latch
4. Pre-wash section (Do not use this section
with the Normal Wash cycle.)
The larger Main Wash section automatically empties detergent
into the dishwasher during the main wash. (See the "Cycle
Selection Chart.")
• Use automatic dishwashing detergent only. Other detergents
can produce excessive suds that can overflow out of the
dishwasher and reduce washing performance.
• Add detergent just before starting a cycle.
• Store tightly closed detergent in a cool, dry place. Fresh
automatic dishwasher detergent results in better cleaning.
NOTE: Do not use detergent with a rinse cycle.
Filling the dispenser
1. If the dispenser cover is closed, open the cover by pushing
the Cover latch.
2. Fill the Main Wash section with detergent. See "How Much
Detergent to Use."
3. Close the Main Wash dispenser cover. Fill the Pre-Wash
section if needed.
It is normal for the cover to open partially when dispensing
detergent.
NOTE: Use both sections for cycles with 2 washes. Use only the
Amount of Detergent
For normally soiled loads
• Fin the Main Wash section to the
top of the 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g)
• Fill the Pre-Wash section to the
top of the 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g)
if needed
NOTE; Add only 1tb or 15 g of
detergent to both sections if dishes
are pre-rinsed or the water is very
soft (g to 2 grains per gallon).
For heavily soiled loads
•Fillthe Main Wash section to the
top of the 3rd step (3 tbs or 45 g)
a FiFIthe Pre-Wash section to the
top of the 2rid step (2 tbs or 30 g)
Medium to Hard
Water
7to 12 grains per
gallon
For normally soiled and
heavily soiled loads
l Fill the Main Wash section to the
top of the 3rd step (3 tbs or 45 g)
=Fillthe Pre-Wash section to the
top of the 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g)
if needed
covered section for cycles with 1 wash. See the "Cycle Selection ...............................................................................
Chart" for more details. NOTE: Fill amounts shown are for standard powdered detergent.
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.
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.
• Water hardness can change over a period of time. Find out
your water's hardness by asking your IocaJ water department,
water softener company, or countyextension agent.
Different brands of dishwasher detergent have different
amounts of phosphorous for softening water. If you have hard
water and use a detergent with a phosphorous content of
less than 8.7%, you might need to use more detergent, or use
a detergent with a phosphorous content higher than 8.7%.
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