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    Dishwasher Use & Care Guide Lavavajillas Manual uso y Model/Modelo ® cuidado 587.15072, 587.15073, 587.16072, 587.16073, 587.15074, 587.16074, 587.15079 587.16079 I 154425301 Sears Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.sears.com[...]

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    Table of Contents Warranty ...................................................................... 3 Safety Instructions ..................................................... 4 Before Using Your Dishwasher .................................. 5 Dishwasher Features ................................................. 6 Wash System ........................[...]

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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 will repair this dishwasher, free of charge, if defective in material or workmanship. FULL TWO-YEAR WARRANTY[...]

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    Dishwasher Safety Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in the 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 t[...]

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    Before Using Your Dishwasher 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 nut in terminal box. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to do so can result in dea[...]

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    Dishwasher Features Tub Gasket page 17 Funnel pages 12,18 Nozzle and Upper Spray Top Rack pages 11,12 Middle Spray Arm pages 11,13,18 Lower Spray Arm pages 13,14,18 Overfill Protector page 17 Prewash Detergent Cup page 15 Detergent Dispenser page 15 Rinse Aid Dispenser page 16 Serial Label (located on right side of tub) Bottom Rack page 13 Glass [...]

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    Wash System Your Kenmore dishwasher filters 100% of the water for optimum cleaning. The wash system uses alternating arms to save water and energy and includes: • A soil sensor that checks the soil level in the first wash and first rinse. When the soil level is determined, additional water fills may be added or deleted. This optimizes the efficie[...]

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    Operating Instructions ........ Vent Latch _ ....... Getting Started 1. Load dishwasher (See Preparing and Loading Dishes). . Select desired OPTIONS (See Option Selections). The indicator light above the pad will glow when selected. i!_i!i_ _ii_i_i! i_ iili¸ k . Add detergent (See Dishwasher Dispenser & Detergents). 7. Run hot water faucet nea[...]

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    Operating Instructions (continued) Cycle Chart Cycle To Select Cycle Water (approx.) fp_ For pots, pans, oT casseroles and dinnerware with dried- on or baked-on soils. O _O"M_ For regularly soiled dishes and _ silverware. 0 _,e_t_ For lightly soiled and pre-rinsed _ dishes and silverware. 0 _AT_ For lightly soiled or pre-rinsed dishes and silv[...]

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    Operating Instructions (continued) Air Dry LOCKON The AIR DRY option saves electricity since the heating element is off during drying portion of cycle. When selected, the light above the pad will come on and remain on until end of cycle. To speed the drying process, open the door slightly after the cycle is complete. Some water droplets may remain [...]

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    Preparing and Loading Dishes Dish Preparation Scrape away large pieces of food, bones, pits, toothpicks, etc. The continuous filtered wash system will remove remaining food particles. Burned-on foods should be loosened before loading. Empty liquids from glasses and cups. Foods such as mustard, mayonnaise, vinegar, lemon juice and tomato based produ[...]

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    Preparing and Loading Dishes (continued) Split Cup Shelves/Stemware Holders The cup shelves/stemware holders handle your delicate stemware with care. They can also be used to hold two layers of cups, mugs and other short items. When using both levels, alternate items with layer below so that water can reach all inside surfaces. Fold holders up to l[...]

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    Preparing and Loading Dishes (continued) Loading the Bottom Rack Features and appearance of racks and silverware basket may vary from your model. The bottom rack is best for plates, saucers, bowls, and cookware. Large items should be placed along the edge so they do not block the spray arm rotation. For best results, place bowls, casseroles, and sa[...]

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    Preparing and Loading Dishes (continued) Loading the Silverware Basket Cut Injury Load sharp items (knives, skewers, etc.) pointing down. Failure to do so may result in injury. Load the silverware basket while it is in the bottom rack or take the basket out for loading on a counter or table. Place small items like baby bottle caps, jar lids, corn c[...]

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    Dishwasher Dispenser & Detergents Filling the Detergent Dispenser The detergent dispenser has one covered and one uncovered cup. Detergent in the uncovered cup falls into the dishwasher when the door is closed. The covered cup opens automatically to release detergent. • Use only fresh automatic dishwashing detergent. Other detergents will cau[...]

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    Dishwasher Dispenser & Detergents (continued) Rinse Aid Rinse aid greatly improves drying and reduces water spots and filming. Water "sheets" off dishes rather than forming water droplets that cling and leave spots. A dispenser, located next to the detergent cup, automatically releases a measured amount of rinse aid during the last ri[...]

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    Care and Cleaning Burn Hazard Allow heating element to cool before cleaning the interior. Failure to do so can result in burns. Outside--Occasionally wipe with a mild nonabrasive detergent and water. Rinse and dry. Models with Stainless Steel Door--Clean stainless steel with hot, soapy water and a dishcloth. Rinse with clean water and a cloth. Do n[...]

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    Solutions to Common Dishwashing Problems Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you both time and expense. This list includes common experiences that are not the result of defective workmanship or material in your dishwasher. Food Soils Left on Dishes • Choose another cycle for longer washing time. • Check rack loading sectio[...]

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    Solutions to Common Dishwashing Problems (continued) Detergent Left in Cups • Detergent may be old. Discard and use fresh detergent. • Be sure water action can reach the dispenser. • Check to see if cycle has been completed. • Make sure items do not prevent the detergent dispenser from opening. Dishwasher Leaks • Use only fresh detergent [...]

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    Solutions to Common Dishwashing Problems (continued) Removing Spots and Film Hard water can cause lime deposit buildup on the interior of the dishwasher. Dishes and glasses may also get spots and film for a number of reasons. (See Glassware/Flatware Spotted or Cloudy section.) To remove buildup, spots and film, clean using the following instruction[...]

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