Kenmore 15831 Dishwasher User Manual
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1. CD CC Loading the top rack cont Utensil basket Use this convenient basket on the top rack to hold spatu las wooden spoons and similar items EJ Fold down tines Fold the tines in the top rack all the way down to accommodate larger items NO FLIP clip s Use the NO FLIP clip s to hold small lightweight items in place during the cycle KI Loading the bottom rack Items with cooked on or dried on food should be loaded in the bottom rack with soiled surfaces facing inward to the spray See EX amp EJ Do not load glasses cups or plastic items in the bottom rack e Load plates soup bowls etc between prongs and facing inward to the spray Overlap edges of plates for large loads Secure heavily soiled cookware face down in the rack e Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation of the upper or lower spray arm The spray arms must move freely Fold down divider A fold down divider at the back of the rack can be lowered to make room for deep bowls roasters and other large items K rit mill rz CAD il WN T inoocaa gs 4 Mooccoo woooood SE LEE EL es D ma aa Loading the silverware basket e Load the silverware basket while it is in the bottom rack or take the basket out for loading on a counter or table NOTE You can remove the basket for easy unloading Always unload or remove the basket before unloading the racks2. Reseason cookware after dishwasher washing Remove by washing dishes after food soil has been removed with 1 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon of citric acid crystals added to covered section of detergent dispenser Do not use detergent Follow with a Normal Wash cycle with detergent If treatment is needed more often than every other month the installation of an iron removal unit is recommended Aluminum items should be loaded so that they will not rub against dishes during washing Throwaway aluminum items should not be washed in the dishwasher because they may break down and cause marking Aluminum markings can be removed by using a mild abrasive cleanser Stains may gradually fade over time Regular use of heated drying may cause stains to fade slower Stains will not affect dishwasher performance Regular use of Quick Rinse cycle or No Heat Dry option will reduce the likelihood of staining Dishes must have proper water drainage Do not over load Refer to the Loading Your Dishwasher section pages 7 10 Use a liquid rinse agent to speed drying Some plastics due to material may need to be towel dried Refer to the Using the rinse agent dispenser section page 12 Do not use the No Heat Dry option Load dishes and glasses so that they are stable and do not strike together from washing action Moving rack in and out slowly will also minimize chipping NOTE Some types of china and glassware are too delicate
3. 10 Fresh hot water enters the dishwasher sprays on the dishes to rinse them and the rinse water is pumped through the ULTRA WASH System to remove any remaining soil 11 Soil that is held in the ULTRA WASH Soil Removal System is disposed down the drain with the rinse water 12 Final rinse water is heated and a rinse agent is added to prepare the dishes for drying How the ULTRA WASH Sensor adjusts the cycle When the Sensing indicator light on the control panel glows the ULTRA WASH Sensor is measuring the amount of soil in the dishwasher Once the soil level is determined the dishwasher skips any unnecessary portions of the cycle The cycle count down display is adjusted automatically e For lighter soil loads the dishwasher will use fewer water exchanges and shorten the cycle time Example A 90 minute Normal cycle with a light soil level adjusts to a 70 minute Normal cycle including dry time Start Up Guide Before using your dishwasher AWARNING 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 AWARNING 4 Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically ground dishwasher Connect ground wire to green ground connector in terminal box Do not use an extension cord Failure to do so can result in death fire or electrical shock GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS e For a grounded cord connected dishwasher Th
4. and Canada 23 Quiet operating tips eee esse seeeeteeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 10 Sears Dishwasher Warranty FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON 800 SERIES KENMORE ULTRA WASH DISHWASHERS For one year from the date of purchase when the dishwasher is installed and operated in accordance with the instructions provided in the Installation Instructions and Owners Manual Sears will repair free of charge defects in materiais or workmanship ULL TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRONIC CONTROL AND POWER SUPPLY BOARD For two years from the date of purchase when the dishwasher is installed and operated in accordance with the instructions provided in the Installation Instructions and Owners Manual Sears will repair or replace free of charge the electronic module and power supply board if defective in materials or workmanship FULL WARRANTY FOR THE LIFE OF THE DISHWASHER ON ULTRA LIFE TUB MODELS AGAINST LEAKS IN THE TUB AND INNER DOOR PANEL For the life of the dishwasher if a leak should occur as 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 LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON THE ULTRA WASH WASH SYSTEM After the first year and until two years from the date of purchase when the dishwasher is installed and operated in accordance with the instructions provided in the Installation Instructions and Owners Manual Sears will furnish
5. for automatic dishwashing and should be hand washed for example antiques feather edged crystal and similar types Noises Grinding grating crunching or Hard object entered the Ultra Wash module buzzing sounds Sound should stop when object is ground up 21 We Service What We Sell We Service What We Sell is our assurance 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 Sears Maintenance Agreement 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 e ts your way to buy tomorrow s service at today s prices e Eliminates repair bills resulting from normal use Allows for as many service calls as required Provides for service by professional Sears Trained Technicians e 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 a
6. pot handle screws get into the ULTRA WASH module They could damage the ULTRA WASH module e 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 Run a Quick Rinse cycle to keep dishes moist if you do not pian to wash them soon e Load dishes so soiled surfaces face the rotating spray arms e Load dishes so they are not stacked or overlapping if possible It is important for the water spray to reach all soiled surfaces for best washing For best drying water must be able to drain from all surfaces Loading the top rack The top rack is designed for cups glasses and smaller items See EY amp Place items so open ends face down for cleaning and draining Load glasses in top rack only bottom rack is not designed for glasses Damage may occur Place cups and glasses in the rows between prongs Placing them over the prongs can lead to breakage e Secure lightweight items e 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 e Load plastic items so the force of the spray does not move them during the cycle e To avoid chipping do not let stemware touch other items e Small bowls pans and other utensils can be placed in the top rack SS SS SS SSSI EEE
7. psi 138 828 kPa for proper dishwasher fill A booster pump on the water supply may be necessary if pressure is too low NOTE To remove spots and film from dishes try a vinegar rinse 1 Wash and rinse as usual using the No Heat Dry option 2 Remove all metal items 3 Put 2 cups 500 mL white vinegar in a container on the bottom rack 4 Run dishwasher through complete washing cycle Vinegar will mix with wash water it may not be possible to prevent problem except by hand washing To slow this process use a minimum amount of detergent but not less than 1 tablespoon per load Use a liquid rinse agent and underload the dish washer to allow thorough rinsing Silica film and etching are permanent and cannot be removed Use the No Heat Dry option Troubleshooting Guide cont Spots or stains on dishes cont PROBLEM White spots on cookware with non stick finish Seasoning removed by dishwasher detergents Brown stains on dishes and dish washer interior High iron content in water supply Black or gray marks Aluminum items on dishes Large amounts of tomato based foods in dishes placed in the dishwasher Orange stains on plastic dishes or dishwasher interior Dishes do not dry completely Dishes are not dry Dishes do not drain properly Plastics Rinse agent dispenser is empty No Heat Dry option was used Dishes are damaged during cycle Chipping of dishes Improper loading SOLUTION
8. wait until the dispenser is empty before refilling but do not overfill it Water temperature tips Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing deter gent Hot water also dissolves grease on dishes and helps dry glasses spot free For best dishwashing results water must be at least 120 F 49 C as it enters the dishwasher Loads may not wash as well if the water temperature is too low NOTE Use the Water Heat option on your dishwasher if you keep your water heater at a low setting The time showing on the electronic display pauses while water is heating For more information see Dishwasher seems to run too long in the Troubleshooting Guide section To check water temperature 1 Run hot water at the faucet closest to your dishwasher for at least 1 minute 2 Measure the water temperature with a candy or meat thermometer placed in the running stream of water Pj 3 If the water temperature at the faucet is below 120 F 49 C have a qualified person raise the water heater s thermostat setting t2 Cycles Ultra Wash Sensor QuietGuard System e o o e SENSING WASHING WATER HEATING CLEAN CONTROL LOCK e o e o POTS NORMAL WATER CHINA QUICK WATER NOHEAT DELAY garr CANCEL PANS WASH MISER WASH RINSE HEAT DRY START DRAIN SENSING CYCLES OPTIONS A shows what each cycle includes Soil Level Water Detected By i Cycle Usage Detergent Ultra Wash Timett galfo
9. 136 parts per million 3 tbs Water Type Medium 5 7 grains per gallon 85 119 parts per million Soft Top of 0 4 grains per gallon 1st step 0 68 parts per million 1 tbs Using the rinse agent dispenser A rinse agent greatly improves dish drying and helps prevent spots or streaks The rinse agent helps water flow off dishes and keeps water from forming droplets A small amount of rinse agent automatically releases into the final rinse water Keep the rinse agent dispenser filled with a liquid rinse agent For best drying results periodically check the dispenser as follows to see if it needs filling e Check center of rinse aid indicator cap EM Clear means it needs filling OR e Remove rinse aid indicator cap An E is visible at the bottom of the dispenser when empty E i To fill dispenser 1 Open dishwasher door completely 2 Remove rinse aid indicator cap 3 Add rinse agent FA Fill only to smallest opening in lower part of dispenser Overfilling may cause rinse agent to leak out This will not harm the dishwasher but could cause oversudsing 4 Clean up any spilled rinse agent with a damp cloth 5 Replace rinse aid indicator cap Keep it closed tightly NOTES e Your dishwasher is designed to use a liquid rinse agent Do not use a solid or bar type rinse agent e The rinse agent dispenser holds 6 ounces 175 mL Under normal conditions this lasts about 3 months e You do not have to
10. Automatic with Pots amp Pans Option for Normal Wash and Water Miser cycles e Not available for China Wash or Quick Rinse cycles No Heat Dry Option for Pots amp Pans Norma Wash Water Miser and China Wash cycles Delay Start e Option for any cycle To ensure water temperature in Main Wash reaches 135 F 57 C Use when you do not need a rapid dry cycle Allow longer drying times overnight Use rinse agent to improve drying Use when you want to start a cycle later Set delay to run dishwasher during times when off peak utility rates are in effect or when you are away from home Local utilities recommend this to avoid heavy usage of energy at certain times of day e When you select Water Heat main wash delays until water heats to 135 F 57 C As water heats washing action continues Water Heating status indicator glows and electronic time display pauses until water reaches proper temperature Turns off heating element in 30 minute dry period Delay beginning of your selected cycle and options in one hour increments up to nine hours e To set 1 Press cycle and option pads 2 Press Delay Start pad Increase delay one hour for each press of Delay Start pad Total delay time appears on electronic time display Press Start pad Once Start pad is pressed delay begins Delay time dis played on control panel flashes once Cycle and options begin as soon as delay time expires If S
11. T7 Kenmore Ultra Wash Dishwasher Use amp Care Guide Table of Contents sss 1 English section AK Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A MODELS MODELOS MOD LES 15831 15835 15838 3378921 Table of Contents Page E Page Sears Dishwasher Warranty 1 Your Part in Cleaning Dishes Dishwasher Safety 2 Using the detergent dispenser cccsccsceeeeee 11 Parts and Features cccccccsssscssssssesssesssessseesnseesees 3 Using the rinse agent dispenser 12 America s Cleanest Dishes Water temperature tips 12 How the ULTRA WASH System and ULTRA WASH aaro eA nn ei ren ense 13 Sansor WOTR Hein sont ere 4 OPONSE 15 Start Up Guide Special features nsanseneererreensureeronsrresssssssrnarsnne 16 Before using your dishwasher ccsscsccsccceceneens 5 Caring for Your Dishwasher Starting your dishwasher for everyday loads 6 Cleaning your dishwasher ccesseeeerrensereees 16 Loading Your Dishwasher Storing your dishwasher s ansessessearonsranneerrerensenne 17 Preparing to load your dishwasher c scsssecesese 7 Tips for washing special items ccseeseeseeeesene 18 Loading the top rack 7 Troubleshooting Guide 19 Loading the bottom rack 9 We Service What We Sell 0 cece escesseereeeeeeees 22 Loading the silverware basket 10 Sears Repair Services in U S A
12. at each cycle includes Soil Level Water Detected By i Usage Detergent Ultra Wash i gallons Dispenser Sensor liters Sections CHINA WASH t ax Heavy Y C4 Cycled 7Ott 6 5 24 6 i t v t Use Light P Cycled 60 4 3 16 3 Covered Section A light wash and gentle dry for china and crystal During heated dry the heating element cycles on and off during that portion of the cycle QUICK RINSE A 4 3 16 3 QUICK RINSE n o Light 14 2 2 8 3 D terd nt Needed For rinsing dishes that will be washed later t Water automatically heats to 135 F 57 C tt Cycle time includes dry time and may be longer depending on the temperature of water entering the dishwasher The cooler the water the longer the cycte time If the water is already hot enough the cycle times will be as shown The electronic time display pauses while water is being heated and Water Heating status indicator glows while water is being heated to the temperature shown NOTE You can add a dirty dish if the Washing status indicator is on Opening the door will not affect the sensor 14 Options Ultra Wash Sensor QuietGuard System e o CLEAN CONTROL LOCK 2 o WATER NO HEAT DELAY CANCEL er DRY En START START sain OPTIONS o WATER HEATING o WASHING SENSING POTS PANS ORMA WASH WATER MISER CHINA WASH Quick RINSE SENSING CYCLES Option When should use it What does it do Water Heat e
13. cleaned completely Food soil left on dishes Improper loading Refer to the Loading Your Dishwasher section pages 7 10 Use the Water Heat option If needed turn home water heater up to ensure water entering dishwasher is 120 F 49 C minimum Refer to the Water temperature tips Water temperature is too low section page 12 Use of incorrect too little or ineffective detergent Use recommended dishwasher detergents only Refer to the Using the detergent dispenser section page 11 Never use less than one tablespoon per load Detergent must be fresh to be effective Always store detergent in a cool dry area continued on next page 19 Troubleshooting Guide cont Dishes are not cleaned completely cont CAUSE Detergent cakes in dispenser PROBLEM Food soil left on dishes cont Pump or spray arm clogged by labels from bottles and cans insufficient fill caused by low water pressure Slowdown of wash arm due to high suds Spots or stains on dishes Spotting and filming Hard water or high mineral content in water Water temperature is too low Use of incorrect detergents Incorrect amount of detergent Use of ineffective detergents Insufficient fill caused by low water pressure A water chemical reaction with certain types of glass ware Usually caused by some combination of soft or softened water alkaline washing so
14. e 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 appropriate outlet that is installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances WARNING Improper connection of the equip ment 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 property 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 ground ing terminal or lead on the dishwasher SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Starting your dishwasher for everyday loads Here is an overview for loading and running your dish washer Refer to the noted pages for more details of each step 1 The ULTRA WASH Soil Removal System is designed to remove food particles from the wash and rinse water Remove only large chunks of food and bones from your dishes 2 Pro
15. en 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 Parts and Features Use this section to become familiar with the location and appearance of all parts and features To help you find informa tion on specific parts or features quickly page references are included y PT W LA i ES i S INK Silly D is HMS i HU A Foid down tines pg 8 ULTRAFLOW water feed tube Silverware basket pg 10 Model and serial number label on right side ULTRA WASH module pg 4 Overiill protector Detergent dispenser pg 11 Rinse agent dispenser pg 12 Top rack pg 7 2 Upper spray arm Utensil basket pg 8 Bottom rack pg 9 O Lower spray arm water inlet opening in tub wall Rack bumper Heating element NO FLIP Clip s pg 8 America s Cleanest Dishes How the ULTRA WASH System and ULTRA WASH Sensor work Your dishwasher s new ULTRA WASH Soil Removal System is designed to give you sparkling clean dishes in the shortest amount of time with the least amount of energy necessary The ULTRA WASH Sys
16. free of charge replacement parts for any part of the ULTRA WASH wash system motor pump spray arms ULTRAFLOW water feed tube motor seals and pump gasket which is defective in materials or workmanship Customer assumes any labor costs associated with replacement of these parts If the dishwasher is subject to other than private family use the above warranty coverage is effective for only 90 days 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 397 Sears Roebuck and Co Sears Canada Inc Dept 817WA Hoffman Estates IL 60179 Toronto Ontario Canada M5B2B8 Indicates symbol for Trademark Dishwasher Safety Your safety and the safety of others is 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 hazards that can kili or hurt you and others All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word DANGER or WARNING These words mean ADANGER AWARNING All safety messages will identify the hazard tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what ca
17. lutions insufficient rinsing overloading the dishwasher and heat of drying Silica film or etching silica film is a white iridescent deposit etching is a cloudy film 20 SOLUTION Use fresh detergent only Do not allow detergent to sit for several hours in a wet dispenser Check dispenser for caked detergent Clean dispenser when caked deter gent is present Remove labels before washing bottles and cans or wash by hand Refer to the Tips for washing special items section page 18 Home water pressure should be 20 to 120 psi 138 828 kPa for proper dishwasher fill A booster pump on the water supply may be necessary if pressure is too low Never use soap or laundry detergents Use recom mended dishwasher detergents only Conditioning the final rinse water with a liquid rinse agent helps eliminate spotting and filming Keep the dispenser full with a rinse agent at all times Use the Water Heat option If needed turn home water heater up to ensure water entering dishwasher is 120 F 49 C minimum Refer to the Water temperature tips section page 12 Use recommended dishwasher detergents only Refer to the Using the detergent dispenser section page 11 Heavy soil and or hard water generally require extra detergent Detergent should be fresh Store in a cool dry place preferably in an airtight container Discard lumpy detergent Home water pressure should be 20 to 120
18. ly Other detergents are too mild and much too sudsy e Add detergent just before starting cycle Store tightly closed detergent in a cool dry place Fresh automatic dishwasher detergent results in better cleaning Filling the detergent dispenser The detergent dispenser EM has one section with a cover and one without Push the cover down firmly until it latches Detergent in the open section falls into the dishwasher when closing the door The covered section opens auto matically for the main wash It is normal for the cover to open partially when dispensing detergent NOTE Use both sections for cycles with two washes Use only the covered section for cycles with one wash See the cycles chart for more details How much detergent to use The amount of detergent to use depends on the hard ness 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 Find out your water s hardness by asking the water softener department in your local Sears store or your local water department NOTE Fill amounts shown are for standard powdered detergent Amounts may vary if you use liquid or concen trated powdered detergent Follow instructions on the package when using liquid dishwasher detergent or concentrated powdered detergent Cover latch mT Where to fill standard powdered detergent Hard Top of 8 grains per gallon 3rd step
19. n happen if the instructions are not followed You will be killed or seriously injured if you don t follow instructions You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t follow instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING When using the dishwasher follow basic precautions including the following Read all instructions before using the dishwasher eUse 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 eWhen loading items to be washed 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 eTo reduce the risk of injury do not allow children to play in or on the dishwasher Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced 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 recommen dations Do not touch the heating element during or immedi ately after use in a hot water system that has not been used for two weeks or more HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE If the hot water system has not be
20. ng for the summer Protect your dishwasher during the summer months by turning off the water supply and power supply to the dishwasher 17 Tips for washing special items If you have any doubts about washing a particular item check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe MATERIAL DISHWASHER SAFE EXCEPTIONS SPECIAL INFORMATION Aluminum High water temperature and detergents may affect finish of anodized aluminum Bottles and Cans Wash bottles and cans by hand Labels attached with glue can loosen in your dishwasher Loose labels and glue can clog spray arms or the pump and will reduce washing performance Cast Iron Seasoning will be removed and iron will rust China Stoneware Always check manufacturer s recommendations before washing Antique hand painted or over the glaze patterns may fade Gold leaf may discolor or fade Always check manufacturer s recommendations before washing Some types of leaded crystal may etch with repeated washings Gold Gold colored flatware will discolor Glass Milk glass will yellow with repeated dishwasher washing Hollow Handle Knives Handles of some knives are attached to the blade with adhesives which may loosen if washed in the dishwasher Pewter High water temperatures and detergent may discolor or pit finish Disposable Plastics Cannot withstand high water temperatures and detergents Plastics Always check manufacturer s recommendations before washing Pla
21. ns Dispenser min liters Sections POTS amp PANS 96t 10 8 40 9 8 6 32 6 Use Both Sections NORMAL WASH 10 8 40 9 NORMAL FRE WASH 8 6 32 6 Use Both Sections 6 5 24 6 For everyday heavily soiled dishes The Energy Guide label is based on this cycle Select the Water Heat option to heat water to 135 F 57 C in the main wash WATER MISER 70tt 6 5 24 6 WATER MISER i Use Covered Section For prerinsed and lightly soiled dishes Saves energy by using less hot water than Normal Wash cycle Select the Water Heat option to heat water to 135 F 57 C in the main wash t Water automatically heats to 135 F 57 C tt Cycle time includes dry time and may be longer depending on the temperature of water entering the dishwasher The cooler the water the longer the cycle time If the water is already hot enough the cycle times will be as shown The electronic time display pauses while water is being heated and Water Heating status indicator glows while water is being heated to the temperature shown NOTE You can add a dirty dish if the Washing status indicator is on Opening the door will not affect the sensor Cycles cont Ultra Wash Sensor QuietGuard System e Ld SENSING WATER HEATING CLEAN CONTROL LOCK e e o e POTS NORMAL WATER CHINA QUICK WATER NOHEAT DELAY orapT CANCEL PANS WASH MISER WASH RINSE HEAT DRY START DRAIN SENSING CYCLES OPTIONS A shows wh
22. o the following 1 Disconnect power supply to the dishwasher 2 Turn off water supply to the dishwasher 3 Remove the 4 screws on the lower access panel and remove the lower access panel EX 4 Place a shallow pan under the water supply valve Then use a wrench to disconnect the water inlet from the water supply valve Separate the water inlet from the water supply valve and drain water into the pan Ei 5 Remove the spring clamp from the water outlet and separate from the water supply valve drain water into pan 6 Reconnect both water inlet and water outlet to the water supply valve Water outlet 7 Empty the pan and reposition it under the water pump 8 Remove the clamp and disconnect the drain hose from the water pump drain water into pan 9 Reconnect drain hose to the water pump being sure to position the clamp over the connection 10 Replace the lower access panel Spring clamp Drain hose Reconnecting your dishwasher 1 Remove the 4 screws on the lower access panel and remove lower access panel 2 Turn on the water supply to dishwasher 3 Turn on power supply to dishwasher Es water supply Water Water pump 4 Run dishwasher through a complete cycle and check inlet BAe motar for leaks 5 Replace lower access panel NOTE If your dishwasher is connected to a garbage disposal do not run water into the sink after winterizing This could cause water to refill the drain hose on your dishwasher Stori
23. ols are locked Control Lock status indicator will flash so you know cycles or options cannot be selected until controls are unlocked Caring for Your Dishwasher Your new dishwasher is designed to give you many years of dependable service There are a few things you can do to maintain your dishwasher properly This section tells you how to clean and care for your dishwasher Refer to the Troubleshooting Guide section for special cleaning problems Cleaning your dishwasher Cleaning the exterior In most cases regular use of a soft damp cloth or sponge and a mild detergent is all that is necessary to keep the outside of your dishwasher nice looking and clean EY Cleaning the interior Hard water minerals may cause a white film to build up on the inside surfaces especially just beneath the door area To clean interior e Apply powdered dishwasher detergent to a damp sponge to make a paste OR e Use liquid automatic dishwasher detergent and clean with damp sponge TA Do not clean the dishwasher interior until it has cooled Wear rubber gloves Do not use any type of cleanser other than dishwasher detergent because it may caus foaming or sudsing Storing your dishwasher Moving or winterizing your dishwasher Protect your dishwasher and home against water damage due to freezing water lines If your dishwasher is left in a seasonal dwelling or could be exposed to near freezing temperatures have a qualified person d
24. perly load the dishwasher EX Make sure nothing prevents the spray arms from spinning freely E See page 9 3 Add detergent and check the rinse agent dispenser Add rinse agent if needed M See pages 11 and 12 4 Push door firmly closed M The door latches automati cally Run hot water at the sink nearest your dishwasher until water is hot A Turn off water See page 12 5 Press the desired Cycle and Options selections g See pages 13 15 Press the Start pad CI Loading Your Dishwasher This section tells you how to load your dishwasher properly for the best washing and rinsing results Preparing to load your dishwasher Load correctly for best washing results Incorrect loading may cause poor washing and the need to rewash ail or part of the load e Wash full loads Running a half filled dishwasher uses the same amount of electricity and hot water as a fully loaded machine e To save water and energy do not rinse dishes before putting them into the dishwasher Remove large pieces of food fruit pits bones and other hard items The ULTRA WASH module will remove 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 ULTRA WASH module you might hear chopping grinding crunching or buzzing sounds Those sounds are normal when hard items enter the module Do not let metailic items such as
25. r is not hot enough It is normal for the dishwasher to run longer while heating water Refer to the Water temperature tips section page 12 A delay will occur in the main wash if the Water Heat option is selected Three delays will occur if the Pots amp Pans cycle is selected e The final rinse will automatically delay until the water temperature reaches 135 F 57 C Water remains in dishwasher Cycle not finished Wait for the cycle to complete Detergent remains in covered section of dispenser Cycle not finished Detergent has lumps Bottom rack in backwards Wait for the cycle to complete Replace with dry lump free detergent Refer to the Parts and Features section page 3 and reinstall rack if necessary White residue appears on front of access panel Too much detergent Refer to the Using the detergent dispenser section was used page 11 Brand of detergent Try a different brand to reduce foaming and eliminate developing excess foam buildup Odor in the Dishes only washed every dishwasher 2 3 days Run a Quick Rinse cycle at least once or twice a day until full load is accumulated Plastic smell of new dishwasher Run a vinegar rinse as described on the next page Condensation on kitchen counter Excessive moisture from vent in Dishwasher console should be aligned with countertop dishwasher console Refer to Installation Instructions for more information Dishes are not
26. s acts of abuse theft fire flood wind lightning freezing power failure power reduction etc 22 Sears Repair Services in U S A and Canada For the repair or replacement parts you need Call 7 am 7 pm 7 days a week 1 800 366 PART 1 800 366 7278 For in home major brand repair service y ON Call 24 hours a day 7 days a week 1 800 4 REPAIR 1 800 473 7247 0 For the location of a Sears Repair Service Center in your area Call 24 hours a day 7 days a week 1 800 488 1222 For information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance Agreement or to inquire about an existing Agreement Call 9 am 5 pm Monday Saturday 1 800 827 6655 The model number of your product is located on the serial plate beneath the top handle When requesting service or ordering parts always provide the following information REPAIR SERVICES Product Type Part Number America s Repair Specialists Model Number Part Description For information on parts and service in Canada call 1 800 665 4455 23 Notes 2 97 Printed in U S A 3378921 Impresso en los EE UU tmprim aux Etats Unis
27. stics vary in their capacity to withstand high water temperatures and detergents Load plastics in top rack only Stainless Steel Run a Quick Rinse cycle if not washing immediately Prolonged contact with food containing salt vinegar milk products or fruit juice could damage finish Sterling Silver or Silver Plate Run a Quick Rinse cycle if not washing immediately Prolonged contact with food containing salt acid or sulfide eggs mayonnaise and seafood could damage finish Wooden Ware Wash by hand Always check manufacturer s recom mendations before washing Untreated wood may warp crack or lose its finish Troubleshooting Guide Dishwasher is not operating properly PROBLEN Dishwasher does not run or stops during a cycle Door not closed Wrong cycle selected SOLUTION Make sure door is closed and securely latched Refer to the Cycles section page 13 Check to see if household fuse or circuit breaker is No or improper power supplied to dishwasher blown or tripped Motor stopped due to Motor will automatically reset itself within a few minutes overload If it does not restart call for service No water supplied to Check to see if shut off valve if installed is turned on dishwasher Dishwasher will Overfill protector stuck Check to see if the overfill protector moves up and down not fill freely Press down to release Dishwasher seems to run too long Water supplied to dish washe
28. tart pad is not pressed within 30 seconds of final selection you need to re select your cycle options and delay settings e You can change cycle and option selections any time during delay period You can also eliminate the delay by pressing Start pad any time The dishwasher will start immediately Special features Start Button Memory To use last full cycle and options completed press the Start pad e If you do not run dishwasher daily close door to maintain memory e If power is off or door is open for an extended period of time the Start button memory will default to Normal cycle with Heat Dry To change a cycle e Press Cancel Drain Wait for 2 minute drain to complete Reset dishwasher for desired cycle and options Re member to add detergent if dishwasher has already gone through wash portion of original cycle OR e You can change cycle and options any time during first 2 minutes of cycle while water is entering dishwasher without pressing CanceleDrain To cancel a cycle e Press Cancel Drain Wait for 2 minute drain to complete Control Lock e Prevent accidental cycle selections by locking controis e To lock controls Press and hold No Heat Dry pad for 4 seconds Control Lock status indicator glows when controls are locked To unlock controls Press and hofd No Heat Dry pad for 4 seconds Control Lock status indicator will flash and turn off e If you try to set cycles or options when contr
29. tem includes e A heavy duty grinder that acts as a food disposer to grind and dispose of large food particles e An ULTRA WASH Sensor that monitors the soil level in the wash load and adjusts the cycle accordingly Here s how the ULTRA WASH Soil Removal System works 1 When you load the dishwasher all you need to do is remove bones large chunks or burned on food Any remaining food will be ground up and disposed 2 Hot water fills the dishwasher to a level near the bottom of the overfill protector 3 While the water is heated the Water Heating indicator on the control panel glows and the cycle time on the electronic display holds 4 When the water reaches the proper temperature the Water Heating indicator turns off and the cycle time countdown resumes 5 Detergent is added at the correct times from the detergent dispenser and hot water is pumped through the ULTRA WASH pump 6 Food particles are removed from dishes pots and pans tableware and cutlery as the dishwasher sprays a mixture of hot water and detergent through two spray arms against their soiled surfaces 7 Food soil in the dishwasher is held in an accumulating chamber so it does not recirculate into the dishwasher 8 Water is pumped again through the ULTRA WASH pump to remove soil particles from the water and hold them in the accumulating chamber EY 9 Soil in the ULTRA WASH Soil Removal System is disposed down the drain with the wash water EJ
30. to avoid spilling water droplets on the silverware e Place small items baby bottle caps jar lids etc ina section with a hinged cover Close the cover over the section to hold small items in place EX e You can separate the two small baskets from the large basket EJ and position the small baskets elsewhere in the upper or lower rack To remove a smali basket 1 Hold the center basket with one hand and one of the small baskets with the other hand 2 Slide the small basket to release tabs from corresponding slots 3 Pull baskets apart e Mix items in each section of the basket with some pointing up and some down to avoid nesting 4 Spray cannot reach nested items IMPORTANT Always load sharp items knives skewers forks etc pointing down 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 spray arm s rotation Load dishes so they do not touch one another NOTE Keep sink drain plugs closed during dishwasher operation to prevent noise transfer through drains 10 Your Part in Cleaning Dishes Operating your dishwasher properly enables you to obtain the best possible results This section explains proper dishwasher operation Using the detergent dispenser Use automatic dishwashing detergent on
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