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Safety instructions
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What Your Dishwasher Needs
important Parts of Your Dishwasher
3
4
Specia_ Tips
5
Proper Loading
6, 7, 8
Detergent and Rinse Agent Dispensers
9
Portable Dishwasher information
10, 11
Doer Panels
11
User Maintenance instructions
12, 13
Problems and Solutions
14, 15
Sears Service, Warranty
Back Cover
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- Page 1 Safety instructions What Your Dishwasher Needs important Parts of Your Dishwasher Specia_ Tips 6, 7, 8 Proper Loading Detergent and Rinse Agent Dispensers Portable Dishwasher information 10, 11 Doer Panels User Maintenance instructions 12, 13 Problems and Solutions 14, 15 Sears Service, Warranty Back Cover REAl# and SAVE THESE...
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Page 2: Safety |Nstructions
| po ant Safety |nstructions WARNING: Please follow basic precautions, including the following: Read all instructions before using DO NOT touch heating element dishwasher. during orimmediately after use. Al- low time to coo!. ONLY use detergents rinse agents recommended for use in a Load sharp or pointed... - Page 3 Water Hot water is needed for best dishwashing and drying results. Before starting the dishwasher, turn on the hot water faucet nearest dishwasher to clear cool water from the pipe. ,_ Water supplied to dishwasher must be at least 120°F (49°C). proved performance may be obtained by raising water temperature...
- Page 4 Impo ant Pa s of Your Dishwasher The model you have selected may not have all features shown. Third Level Spray Upper Rack Upper Spray Arm Lower Rack Normal Water Fill Level Lower Spray Arm Float Heating Element Automatic Filter Door Spring R_ght $i¢Ie...
- Page 5 Special Tips On D[sh ash®r _,_ost utensils and dishware can be safely washed in your dishwasher. However, some materials may require special handling. ALUMINUM: Some darkening may take place. Colored aluminum fade. Do not place aluminum items directly in front of detergent cups where contact with undissolved detergent...
- Page 6 Proper Loading Dishes do not need to be pre-rinsed before loading. Simply scrape away excess food, bones, pits, etcy Burned on food should be loosened before loading. Empty liquids from glasses and cups. Always load dishes so water spray reaches soiled surfaces.
- Page 7 Upper R_ck Glassware should not touch otheritems. Dam- Be sure lightweight items are held firmly in place. age may occur. Load glasses and cups in upper rack only in Place items in rows between prongs. Putting rows between prongs. Breakage may occur if items over prongs could cause breakage loaded in lower rack.
- Page 8 Utensil Basket Available on some models Lift lids and snap gates fiat 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.
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Page 9: Detergent Dispenser
Detergent Dispenser DO not add detergent until you are ready to start the cycle. Use fresh detergent. The dispenser will automatically release deter- gent at the correct times during the cycle. Light Wash Cycle 1, Fill cups #1 and #3. 2. - Page 10 Potable E)ishwasher Inf@rmation important: Always be sure door is latched before moving dish= washer. The power cord, faucet coupler and hoses are located in a covered com- partment on the top back of the dishwasher. Washer _ Threaded_ j>Use wltl A special adapter (included) must be installed on the faucet before you...
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Page 11: Color Panels
To Conve_ a Portable Mode_ to a Buimt-|n <Your portable dishwasher can be installed under the counter. A conver- _sion kit is required and available at Sears Service Center - Part No. 808927 (18" width), 808928 (24" width). WARNING: DO NOT use the portable water supply hose.for perma-... -
Page 12: User Maintenance
User Maintenance nstructions Care @_Su_ces _, Wash exterior with mild non-abrasive detergent and water. Rinse and dry. ® Intedor is self-cleaning with normal use. if hard water causes lime build-up, clean as follows: Operate dishwasher on Normal Wash cycle. Do not use deter- gent. - Page 13 Cleaning FJoat Clean the float to prevent it from sticking. Thefloat controls the water level in the dishwasher; sticking may cause an overflow or no water fill. When removing float to clean, pull up firmly until it snaps out. To replace float, push down until float locks into place.
- Page 14 PROBLEM CAUSED $OLUTmON Dishwasher will not start. Dishwasher not receiving check electrical connection, house fuse or circuit breaker. electricity. Make sure dial is turned far enough. Also make sure cycle Dial not in correct position button is fully pushed in and door is latched. for cycle selected.
- Page 15 PROBLEM CAUSED SOLUTION _potting and filming. Hard Water. Fill detergent cups to capacity. Use dishwasher detergent wifh highest available phosphorous content. May be nec- essary to install a water softener, Water is not hot. Raise water heater thermostat to 140°F, if necessary. Use Water Heat option, if available.
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Page 16: Warranty
"We Serv- ice What We Sell." Sears Maintenance Agreement Maintain the value of your Kenmore® dishwasher with a Sears Maintenance Agreement. Sears dishwashers designed, manufactured, and tested for years of dependable operation.