Kenmore 1317 Use and Care Guide - Page 8

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. The triple filter system consists of 2 parts, an upper filter assembly and a lower filter. • The upper filter assembly keeps oversized items and foreign objects, along with very fine food particles out of the pump. • The lower filter keeps food from being recirculated onto your dishware. Locating Tabs Upper Assembly Lower Filter The filters may need to be cleaned when: • Visible objects or soils are on the Upper Filter Assembly. • There is degradation in cleaning performance (that is, soils still present on dishes). • Dishes feel gritty to the touch. Removing and maintaining the filters is very easy. The chart below shows the recommended cleaning frequency. Recommended Number of Loads Per Week time interval to clean your filter. If you wash before loading If you scrape and rinse before loading If you only scrape before loading* If you do not scrape or rinse before loading 1-3 Once peryear Once peryear Twice peryear Every two months 4-7 Once peryear Once peryear Twice peryear Once per month 8-12 Once peryear Twice peryear Every three months Every two weeks 13-14 Once peryear Twice peryear Every three months Once per week *Manufacturer's recommendation: This practice will eliminate the water and energy that you use preparing your dishes. This will also save you time and effort. Very Hard Water If you have hard water (above 15 grains), clean your filter at least once per month. Building up of white residue on your dishwasher indicates hard water. You may bring your water samples to Sears to check hardness level. For tips on removing spots and stains, see "Troubleshooting" section.