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Use & Care Guide Manual de uso y cuidado Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien English / Español / Français Models/Modelos/Modèles: 665.1511 Kenmore ® ULTRA WASH Dishwasher ® Lavavajillas ULTRA WASH ® Lave-vaisselle ULTRA WASH ® * = color number, número de color, numéro de la couleur...
Power surge protection against electrical damage due to power fluctuations. Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Kenmore product is designed and manufactured for years of ® $250 Food Loss Protection annually for any food spoilage dependable operation. But like all products, it may require that is the result of mechanical failure of any covered preventive maintenance or repair from time to time.
KENMORE APPLIANCE WARRANTY ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY 6. Damage to or failure of this product caused by the use of detergents, cleaners, chemicals or utensils other than those When installed, operated and maintained according to all recommended in all instructions supplied with the product.
DISHWASHER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are 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 potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER”...
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS For a grounded, cord-connected dishwasher: The 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 Tip Over Hazard grounding plug.
WHAT’S NEW IN YOUR DISHWASHER Energy Congratulations on purchasing your water and energy efficient dishwasher! This dishwasher cleans by spraying the dishes with water and pauses to allow the detergent to soak into and release the soils on the dishes. The cycles are longer due to the soak and the pauses for exceptional cleaning.
START-UP / QUICK REFERENCE (VARIES BY MODEL) ULTRA WASH removable filters provide SmartWash cycle ® ® peak performance. SmartWash provides optimal results ® using only the amount of water and energy Cleaning the filters needed. The SmartWash and Pots & ®...
ULTRA WASH FILTRATION SYSTEM ® Your dishwasher has the latest technology in dishwasher filtration. This triple filtration system minimizes sound and optimizes water and energy consumption while providing superior cleaning performance. Throughout the life of your dishwasher, the filter will require maintenance to sustain peak cleaning performance.
Filter Removal Instructions 1. Turn the Upper Filter Assembly ¼ turn counterclockwise and lift out. 2. Grasp the Lower Filter in the circular opening, lift slightly, and pull forward to remove. 3. Clean the filters as shown below. To remove Upper Filter Assembly Cleaning Instructions IMPORTANT: Do not use wire brush, scouring pad, etc., as they may damage the filters.
DETERGENT AND RINSE AID Detergent Rinse Aid USE RINSE AID FOR Full BETTER DRYING Lock Refill IMPORTANT: Use only automatic dishwashing detergent. Hand IMPORTANT: Your dishwasher is designed to use a liquid rinse dishwashing detergent will produce excessive suds and overflow aid.
LOADING Loading for Best Cleaning and Drying Performance 1. Angle dirtiest dish surfaces downward and allow 4. Angle concave surfaces such as the bottom of coffee space for water to flow up through each rack and cups to allow water to drain and improve drying between dishware.
Top Rack Loading Loading Recommendations Place cups and glasses in the rows between tines. Placing them over the tines can lead to breakage and water spots. To avoid damage to your delicate items, be sure china, crystal, stemware and other similar items do not touch during dishwasher operation.
Removable Top Rack The removable rack allows you to wash larger items such as stock pots, roasters, and cookie sheets in the lower level rack. IMPORTANT: Remove dishes prior to removing the upper rack from the dishwasher. To remove the rack (push tab rack stop): 1.
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TurboZone Loading (on some models) ® IMPORTANT: For proper performance, only one row of items may face the TurboZone spray jets. ® You must select the TurboZone wash option to utilize this wash feature. ® Load pans, casserole dishes, etc., with the soiled surfaces facing the TurboZone spray jets.
DISHWASHER USE Cycles and Options Information (on some models) Time* (mins.) Water w/o Options Usage Cycles Soil Level Gallons Typical** (Liters) Pots Pans Works best on your toughest items such as casseroles with All Soil Levels baked-on food residue. Use with TurboZone (on some models) ®...
Sani Rinse This high temperature option sanitizes your dishes and glassware in accordance with National Sanitation Foundation (NSF)/ANSI Standard 184 Increases the main wash temperature from 105°F for Residential Dishwashers. Certified Pots & Pans 0 - 1.8 (41°C) to 130°F (54°C) and residential dishwashers are not intended Normal Wash (0 - 7.0)
Dishwasher Feedback Section Selecting Cycles and Options 1. Select the desired cycle. If you want to run the last cycle that was completed, you can simply press START once to show which options you used, then press START again to start the cycle. 2.
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 High water temperature and detergents can affect finish of anodized aluminum. Disposable Aluminum Do not wash disposable aluminum pans in the dishwasher.
DISHWASHER CARE Cleaning 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. If your dishwasher has a stainless steel exterior, a stainless steel cleaner is recommended.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHECK THESE POINTS TO HELP SAVE YOU TIME AND MONEY. PROBLEM SOLUTION DISHWASHER DOES NOT RUN NOTE: It is normal for the dishwasher to repeatedly pause several times during a cycle. If the Start/Resume light is blinking, close the door and push START/RESUME. Be sure the door is closed and latched.
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PROBLEM SOLUTION HARD WATER NOTE: Extremely hard water mineral deposits can cause damage to your dishwasher and make (WHITE RESIDUE ON it difficult to achieve good cleaning. You may bring water samples to Sears to check your water DISHWASHER INTERIOR OR hardness level.
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PROBLEM SOLUTION CLOUDY OR SPOTTED NOTES: DISHWARE (AND HARD Liquid rinse aid is necessary for drying and to reduce spotting. WATER SOLUTION) Use the correct amount of detergent. Confirm that the cloudiness is removable by soaking the item in white vinegar for 5 minutes. If the cloudiness disappears, it is due to hard water.