Use & Care Guide Manual de Uso y Cuidado Guide d’Utilisation et d’Entretien English / Español / Français Models/Modelos/Modèles: 630.7793* 630.1395* Kenmore Elite Dishwasher ® Lavadora de Platos Lave Vaisselle * = color number, número de color, le numéro de la couleur P/N 9000538244 9000501545 (0110) Rev. A Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA www.kenmore.com www.sears.com Sears Canada Inc. Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8 www.sears.
TABLE OF CONTENTS PROTECTION AGREEMENTS Important Safety Instructions.........................................3-4 Dishwasher Components...............................................................5 Dishwasher Features......................................................................6 Dishware Materials........................................................................6 Loading the Dishwasher................................................................7 Loading the Silverware.................
SAFETY MESSAGES - Please READ & SAVE this information We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. NOTICE WARNING • Misuse of the dishwasher can result in serious injury or death. Do not use the dishwasher in any way not covered in this manual or for any purpose other than those explained in the following pages.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - Please READ & SAVE this information WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or serious injury, observe the following: • • • • • This dishwasher is provided with Installation Instructions and this Use and Care Manual. Read and understand all instructions before installing or using the dishwasher.
DISHWASHER COMPONENTS Door Gasket Top Rack Vent Silverware Basket Filter System Bottom Rack Bottom Rack Spray Arm Rinse Agent Dispenser Detergent Dispenser Serial Number Label * Features vary by model Large Object Trap Cylinder Filter FILTER SYSTEM Fine Filter 5
DISHWASHER FEATURES Noise Reduction System: A two-pump motor system, the Suspended Motor and triple insulation make this dishwasher one of the quietest in North America. Stainless Steel Giant Tub: A rust-free, hygienic interior surface with a lifetime warranty. Nylon Coated Racks: Eliminate cuts and nicks, and have a five year warranty. Concealed Heating Element: Heats water up to a sanitizing temperature. Time Delay: This option allows you to delay the start time of your dishwasher.
LOADING THE DISHWASHER Do not pre-wash items that have loosely attached soiling. Remove large food particles, bones, seeds, toothpicks, and excessive grease. Items having burned-on, baked-on or starchy soils may require pre-treatment. Loading the Top Rack NOTE: Ensure items do not protrude through the bottom of the racks and block the spray arms.
LOADING THE SILVERWARE NOTE: The silverware basket tops can be folded up to accommodate large or oddly-shaped items. The standard silverware basket (select models) fits in the back of the lower rack. The basket lid can be snapped to the handle to leave the basket open. With the silverware basket tops down, insert blades or handles of utensils through the basket top openings according to the patterns suggested below.
RACK FEATURES & ACCESSORIES CUP SHELVES Cup shelves are used to hold cups and other large items such as ladles and serving spoons. To use the cup shelves, fold them downwards so that they are positioned as shown below. Place cups upside down on the shelves. MANUAL RACK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Remove the empty rack by pulling it out of the dishwasher to the point that it can be lifted upward, as shown above. Pull the rack outward and up until the rollers are completely free of the roller guides.
DETERGENT Detergent Adding Detergent Use only detergent specifically designed for dishwashers. For best results, use fresh powdered dishwashing detergent. 3 TBS MAX 2 TBS (25 ML) 1 TBS (15 ML) NOTICE To avoid dishwasher damage, do not use hand dishwashing products in your dishwasher. ■ To avoid dishwasher damage, do not use too much detergent if your water is soft, it may cause etching in glassware. The dishwasher uses less water so you need to use less detergent. With soft water, 1 tbsp.
RINSE AGENT Rinse Agent To achieve proper drying, always use a liquid rinse agent, even if your detergent contains a rinse agent or drying additive. NOTE: The dishwasher indicates low rinse agent by showing the symbol in the countdown display. Units without a display have a Rinse Agent LED that illuminates when the Rinse Agent is low. Add liquid rinse agent to the dispenser until the rinse agent reservoir is full. Wipe up any excess rinse agent that puddles when the dispenser reservoir is full.
DISHWASHER CYCLES AND OPTIONS WASH CYCLES *TIME (mins.) Without options Typical Maximum CYCLE SOIL LEVEL Pots & Pans * Cleans items having baked-on or hard dried food soils. These items may require soaking or hand scouring. Normal Wash * Thoroughly cleans normal loads having loosely attached normal soiling. China Gentle * Designed to be used with your fragile china and glassware, allowing you to get it perfectly clean without the hassle of hand washing or worry of damage in the dishwasher.
DISHWASHER CYCLES AND OPTIONS CYCLE OPTIONS OPTIONS Half Load Reduces the energy and water consumption when washing small, lightly soiled loads that fill approximately half the dishwasher’s capacity Can be selected with: Added time to cycle Typical Maximum Added Water Gallons Liters Pots & Pans 118m 120m 5.1 19.3 Normal Wash 95m 110m 3.7- 4.8 16.1- 18.
OPERATING THE DISHWASHER Canceling a cycle • • • • Open the door slightly to stop the cycle. Wait for a few seconds before opening the door all the way. Press the “CHINA GENTLE” and “QUICK RINSE” button at the same time. Close the door. The dishwasher will drain any remaining water. Changing a cycle • • • • Open the door slightly to stop the cycle. Before opening door all the way, wait a few seconds for water to drain to the base of dishwasher tub.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE To reinstall the top spray arm: 1. Return the top spray arm to its installed position. 2. Return the locking nut to its installed position and turn it 1/8 turn clockwise. 3. Return the top rack to the top rack roller guides. MAINTENANCE TASKS Certain areas of your dishwasher require occasional maintenance.
To remove the Large Object Trap/ Cylinder Filter Assembly: 1. Remove the bottom rack. 2. Grasp the assembly and turn it counterclockwise ¼ turn as shown below. 3. Lift out the assembly as shown below. 4. Carefully examine the assembly. If you find debris in the Large Object Trap, turn it upside-down and gently tap it on a surface such as a countertop to dislodge and remove the debris. To reinstall the filter system: 1. Return the fine filter to its originally installed position. 2.
TROUBLESHOOTING Dishwashers may occasionally exhibit problems that are unrelated to a malfunction of the dishwasher itself. The following information may help you with a dishwasher problem without involving a repair professional. Problem Cause Action Dishwasher 1. does not start 2. 3. 4. 5. 1. 2. 3. Dishwasher beeping (end of cycle signal) Display does not illuminate or console lights are not on Door may not be properly latched. Unit may not be turned on.
Problem Cause Action Odor 1. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Food debris is present at the bottom of the dishwasher. Food particles are present near the door seal. Dishes left too long in unit before running a cycle. Residual water is present at the bottom of the dishwasher. Drain hose is obstructed. Remove the filters and clean according to the “Check/ Clean the Filter System” section of this manual. 2. Refer to “Clean the Door Gasket and Door Seal” in the Care and Maintenance section of this manual . 3.
WARRANTY INFORMATION Kenmore Elite Limited Warranty When this appliance is installed, operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions, the following warranty coverage applies. To arrange for warranty service, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® (1-800-469-4663). • • • 4. Damage to or failure of this product if it is not installed, operated or maintained according to the all instructions supplied with the product. 5.