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Kenmore 790.16772 manual

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    ® Ultra Wash Dishwasher Use & Care Guide Lavavajillas Ultra Wash Manual de uso y cuidado Lave-vaisselle Ultra Wash Guide d'utilisation et d'entretien Models/Modelos/Mod_les 665.15772, 15777, 15779, 16772, 16777, 16779, 17772, 17777, 17779 "fl Sears Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.aears.com 3384335 Sears Can[...]

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    TABLE OF CONTENTS WE SERVICE WHAT WE SELL WE SERVICE WHAT WE SELL .................... ...... ................ 2 WARRANTY ................................... _ ......................... _ ........... 3 DISHWASHER SAFETY .................................................... 4 Before Using Your Dishwasher ......................................... 5 PA[...]

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    WARRANTY FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY ON 770 SERIES KENMORE ULTRA WASH* 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.[...]

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    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 kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will be preceded by the[...]

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    Before Using YourDishwasher 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 Instr[...]

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    PARTS AND FEATURES lO 2 14 15 16 1. Upper level wash 2. Top rack 3. Utensil basket 4. Bottom rack 5. Lower spray arm 6. Water inlet opening [in tub wall] 7. Rack bumper 8. Heating element 9. Vent 10. Top spray arm 11. Extra-capacity fold-down shelves 12. ULTRA FLOW* water feed tube 13. Silverware basket 14. Model and serial number label 15. ULTRA W[...]

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    ULTRA WASH* Soil Removal System The ULTRA WASH soil removal system gives you sparkling clean dishes, while using less energy and time. The ULTRA WASH soil removal system includes: • A heavy-duty grinder that acts as a food disposer to grind and dispose of large food particles. • An ULTRA WASH sensor to monitor soil level and adjust the cycles a[...]

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    START-UP GUIDE Before using your dishwasher, remove all hang tags, temporary labels, and packaging materials. Read this entire Use and Care Guide. You will find important safety information and useful operating tips. Using Your New Dishwasher 1. Scrape large food soil and hard items (toothpicks or bones) from dishes• 2. Properly load the dishwash[...]

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    Loading the Top Rack 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. 10 place setting Utensil basket Use this extra capacity basket on the top rack to hold spatulas, wooden spoons, and similar items. Extra-capacity f[...]

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    Loading the Bottom Rack 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. 10 place setting Load cookie sh[...]

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    Loading the Silverware Basket 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 section(s[...]

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    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. Water hardness can change over a period of time. Find out your water's hardness by asking your local water depar[...]

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    4, Dishwasher Efficiency Tips Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing detergent. Hot water also dissolves grease on dishes and helps glasses dry 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. To check water temperat[...]

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    Control Panel g LOCK ON HOURS 2 4 6 I O OQO gig gO g SENSING WATER HEATING WASH RINSE DRY CLEAN O g g g lB _ g O qllll) O J OPTIONS :o.s i_.1 w... a i o0,c.l ANS WASH MISER WASH RINSE SENSING CYCLES CycleSelection Chart Select the wash cycle and options desired. Or press START to use the same cycle and options as the previous cycle. NOTE: If the la[...]

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    Use this cycle for china Use and crystal. This cycle covered uses a light wash and detergent gentle dry. During the dispenser heated dry, the heating section. element cycles on and off. Soil Wash Rinse Main Rinse Final Dry Time Water Level Wash Heated (rain) Usage Sensed Rinse (gal/L) Heavy • • • • • 70* 6,5/24.6 130OF cycled (s4°c) Ligh[...]

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    Control Lock On Option Selections You can customize your cycles by pressing an option. If you change your mind, press the option again to turn the option off. Select a different option if desired. You can change an option anytime before the selected option begins. For example, you can press an unheated drying option any time before drying begins. P[...]

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    Cycle StatusIndicators Follow the progress of your dishwasher with the Cycle Status Indicators. CLEAN glows when a cycle is finished. The light turns off when you open the door or press Cancel/Drain. I I III III II I SENSING WATERHEATING WASHING RINSE DRY CLEAN Sensing Your dishwasher senses the soil level on the dishes. Soil level determines the l[...]

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    WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS If you have doubts about washing a particular item, check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe. MATERIAL DISHWASHER SAFE?/COMMENTS Aluminum Yes High water temperature and detergents can affect finish of anodized aluminum. Disposable No Aluminum Do not wash throwaway aluminum pans in the dishwasher. These might[...]

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    CARING FOR YOUR DISHWASHER 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 looking nice and clean. Cleaning the interior Hard water minerals can cause a white film to build up on the inside surfaces, especia[...]

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    Storing Your Dishwasher Storing for the summer Protect your dishwasher during the summer months by turning off the water supply and power supply to the 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 exp[...]

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    TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid the cost of a service call... Dishwasher is not operating properly • Dishwasher does not run or stops during a cycle is the door closed tightly and latched? Is the right cycle selected? Refer to the "Cycle Selection Chart." Is there power to the dishwasher? Has a [...]

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    , ,i =,l • Spots and stains on dishes H • Spotting and filming on dishes Is your water hard or is there a high mineral content in your water?. Conditioning the final rinse water with a liquid rinse aid helps eliminate spotting and filming. Keep the rinse aid dispenser filled. Is the water temperature too low? If needed, turn home water heater u[...]

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    In U.S.A. or Canada for in-home major brand repair service: Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-MY-HOME _ (1-800-469-4663) Para pedir servicio de reparacibn a domicilio - 1-800-676-5811 Au Canada pour tout le service - 1-877-LE-FOYEI_ M (1-877-533-6937) For the repair or replacement parts you need: Call 6 a.m. - 11 p.m. CST, 7 days a week Pa[...]