Kenmore 1317 Use and Care Guide - Page 25

HARD WATER (WHITE RESIDUE ON DISHWASHER INTERIOR OR GLASSWARE) ODORS NOISY FOOD SOILS REMAIN ON DISHES DID NOT SANITIZE DAMAGE TO DISHWARE NOTE: Extremely hard water mineral deposits can cause damage to your dishwasher and make it difficult to achieve good cleaning. You may bring water samples to Sears to check your water hardness level. A water softener is strongly recommended if your hardness is 15 grains or more. If a water softener is not installed, the following steps may help: Use a commercial cleaner designed for dishwashers once per month. Clean the ULTRA WASH ®HEfilters at least once per month. Always use a rinse aid. Always use a high-quality, fresh detergent. Use a detergent booster/water softener additive designed for dishwashers. NOTE: If the dishwasher is not used daily, you can run a Quick Rinse cycle with the partial load daily until a full load is ready to run, or use the Top Rack Only option (on some models) for partial loads. Run a vinegar rinse through the dishwasher by putting 2 cups (500 mL) of white vinegar in an upright glass measuring cup in the lower rack. Run a normal cycle with the Heated Dry option turned off. Do not use detergent. The dishwasher may not be draining properly, see "WATER REMAINS IN THE TUB/ WILL NOT DRAIN" in "Troubleshooting." NOTES: • Surging sounds can occur periodically throughout the cycle while the dishwasher is draining. • Normal water valve hissing may be heard periodically. • A normal snap sound may be heard when the detergent dispenser opens during the cycle and when the door is opened at the end of the cycle. • Improper installation will affect noise levels. Be sure the filters are properly installed. A thumping sound may be heard if items extend beyond the racks and interfere with the wash arms. Readjust the dishware and resume the cycle. Be sure the dishwasher is loaded correctly. Improper loading can greatly decrease the washing performance (see "Loading for Best Performance.") Check filter to ensure it is properly installed. Clean it if needed. (See "Cleaning Instructions" in "ULTRA WASH ®"E Filtration System" for details.) Select the proper cycle and option for the type of soils. The Pots Pans cycle with the TURBOZONETM option can be used for tougher loads. Be sure the incoming water temperature is at least 120°F (49°C). Use the proper amount of fresh detergent. More detergent is needed for heavier-soiled loads and hard water conditions. Scrape food from dishes prior to loading (do not prerinse). If the sanitized light is blinking, the load is NOT sanitized. The cycle was interrupted in the final rinse, or your water heater is set too low. Set your water heater to 120°F (49°C). Improper loading can cause dishes to become chipped or damaged. (See specific loading instructions within this guide.) 25