Kenmore Sears automatic dishwasher User 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
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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
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
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 minute& 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-ln models - see installation
Instructions book
Portable models-see portable
dishwasher information included in
this book.
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)

Themodelyouhaveselectedmaynothavea!lfeaturesshowrl.
ThirdLevelSprayArm
LowerSprayArm
UpperRack
UpperSprayArm
LowerRack
Float
WaterFillLevel
HeatingElement
AutomaticFilter DoorSpring
JALeft Side View
Door Latch
[j==== = j] __ Control Panel _Detergent Dispenser
\, Rinse Agent
1 , Dispenser
,,,Door Panel _:_k
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panels) _1...................
(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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Dishesdo notneedto bepre-rinsedbeforeloading.Simplyscrapeawayexcessfood,bones,pits, etc..Burned-on
foodst_ouldbeloosenedbeforeloading.Emptyliquidsfromglassesandcups.
Always loaddishes so spray reachessoiled surfaces.Watermustdrainoffcompletelyfor bestresults
Lower Rack
o Make sure pot handles and other items do not
stop rotation of spray arms or block center' wash
tower from extending upward.
6 Load cookie sheets, cake pans and other large
items at sides. Do not block the detergent dis-
penser'.
o Items should be loaded with soiled surfaces facing
inward
•Place plates, soup bowls, etc. between prongs
and facing inward.
o Place heavily soiled cookware in lower rack
24" Models 24" Models
Tower Modegs
NOTE: On tower models, do not block the center
area of lower rack when loading. The center wash
tower extends through this area. Blockage may
result in poor cleaning. (Select models)
Do not block center area.
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Upper Rack
o Glassware should not touch other items, Damage
may occur.
° Place items in rows between prongs. Putting items
over prongs could cause breakage and wear of vinyl
rack coating+
o Load plastic items in upper rack only,, They may melt
in lower rack, Wash only items marked "Dishwasher
Safe+"
• Be sure lightweight items are held firmly in place.
o Load glasses and cups in upper rack only in rows
between prongs. Breakage may occur if loaded in
lower rack
° Small bowls, pans and other utensils can be placed
in upper rack.
,, Place open ends face down for cleaning and drain-
ing.
18" Models 24" Modets
Fold Down Fence
Available on some models
A nylon coated fence in the upper rack can be positioned
to allow loading versatilityr To load glasses, lift fence and
slide toward front of dishwasher into locking position, To
load plates and bowls, slide fence toward back of
dishwasher and fold down
Fold Down Sheff
Available on some models
A shelf on the side of tile upper rack can be folded down
over short items (juice glasses, cups, etc) for more
loading space.
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Utensil Basket
Available on some models.
Lift lids and snap gates flat against sides to load long
knives and utensils°
Close gates at each end to form compartments to
hold small items such as baby bottle nipples or
measuring spoons. Snap lids shut,
If your dishwasher' does not have this basket, it can be
ordered from sears _service Cehter:Pa_ No, 809105,
SUverware Basket
Load silverware so items are mixed in each section
and do not "nest" together. Water spray cannot
clean nested items,
o Be sure no items protrude through holes in basket
o_ extend high enough to stop rotation of spray
arms
° Load sharp items with points down,
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How to Add an Item During a Cycle
You can add items anytime before the wash po_lion of the cycle_
• Make sure there is a full cycle yet to be compteted_
• Unlatch door to stop cycle
Open door and add item,
° Latch door' to resume cycle
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Donotadddetergentuntilyou arereadyto startthe
cycle.Usefreshgranularautomaticdishwasherdeter-
gent.
Thedispenserwillautomaticallyreleasedetergentat
thecorrecttimesduringthecycle.,
Light WashCycle
t. Fillcups#1 and#3,
2. Turnlidcounterclockwisetocovercups#t and#3
completely,
3, Donotfillopencups#2and#4+
NormalWash,Pots Pans,andWaterMiserCycles
1. Fillcups#I and#3+
2 Turnlidcounterclockwisetocovercups#1and#3.....
completely.
3 Fillopencups#2 and#4+
IMPORTANT:Alwaysturn lidto covercups #1and#3completely beforestarting dishwasher. Cups#2and
#4 will be open. For best dishwashing results, use properamount of detergentaccording to your water
condition. Referto tableshown below.
Cycles
LightWash
NormalWash
PotsPans
WaterMiser
So_ water
(o to 3 grains)
I tablespoon in
cup #!
1 tablespoon in
cups #I and #2
Moderately
Hard Water
(4 to 8grains)
Fill cup #t
Fill cups #I and #2
To prevent water spotting and to speed drying, we
recommend the use of a rinse agent.
Hard Water
(9 to 12 grains)
Fill cups #1
and #3
Fill at! four cups
Very Hard Water
(over 12 grains)
Detergent alone may
not be enough
Water softener
recommended
Detergent alone may
not be enough
Water softener
recommende&
The model you have selected may have a liquid rinse
agent dispenser, To fill:
o Turn dispenser cap turn counterclockwise and lift
out,
o Pour in rinse agent until liquid touches white cross
at bottom of fill opening,, Re-insert cap+,
•Refillthe rinse agent dispenser' approximately once
a month
For models without a rinse agent dispenser, you may
use the solid form+ To use:
o Clip basket of solid rinse agent onto front corner' of
the upper rack
. Hang basket inside racL
o Replace immediately when empty 9

gmportant:Always besuredoorislatchedbeforemovingdishwasher.
The powercord,faucet couplerand hoses are locatedin a covered
compartmentonthetopbackof thedishwasher,
Aspecialadapter(included)mustbeinstalledonthefaucetbeforeyoucan
connectthedishwasher,
t. Removeadapter'fromcouplerby pressingdownon the collar(see
FigureB).
2. Unscrewthesinkfaucetaerator.
3 Checkfaucetspouttoseeifthreadsareinsideoroutside.
o Ifthreadsare insidd,screwadapterontofaucetspoutalong
withwasher.
° Ifthreadsare outside,removethreadedbushingfrom
iadapter andscrewadapter'ontofaucetspout.
Connecting the Portable Dishwasher
1.. Run water at faucet until it is hot Turn faucet off,
2. Pull hoses out of covered compartment.
3. Push collar down and slip faucet connector onto faucet adapter
4, When connector snaps into place, release collar.
5. Slowly turn hot water all the way on.
6, Plug power cord into grounded outlet,
Washer
Adapter
Figure A
Only
Disconnecting the PortabJe Dishwasher
1 When cycle has finished, turn off hot water.
2 Press red button on coupler to release water pressure
3 Press down on collar to release coupler'..
4 Empty remaining water from coupler and return it to
compartment..
5 Unplug power cord and return it to covered compartment,
covered
Collar
Red
Bu_on
CAUTION: A sink spray hose can burst due to constant water pressure
while the dishwasher is being used. If installed on the same water line
as tile dishwasher, disconnect sink spray hose and plug hole.
Emectrica Connection for a PortabBe Dishwasher
An electrical supply of 120 volts, 60 Hz, AC only, 15 amps is required For
your personal safety, timedishwasher must be grounded. In the event of a
malfunction or breakdown, grounding wi!l reduce the risk of electrical shock
by providing a path of least resistance for electrical current. This appliance
has a power cord with a 3-prong polarized grounding plug. It must be
plugged into a mating 3-prong grounding type receptacle (see Figure C),
installed and grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and
local codes and ordinances.
Figure B
3-Prong Polarized
Grounding Plug
DANGER: Improper connection of the power cord can result in a risk of
electrical shock Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to
whether the appliance 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..
o DO NOT use an extension cord.
° DO NOT remove the power cord grounding prong
3-Prong
Grounding Type
Receptacle
Figure C
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