Kenmore 15828 - Manual (Page 23)

S©iiiticms
to Common
Problems
The foiiowing chart is a convenient checklist for handling minor performance problems. Go over this list before
calling for service. If you are unable to solve your dishwasher’s problem, please see “Troubleshooting.” If you
still need help, see “Sears Repair Services" toll-free numbers on page 27.
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on dishes Improper loading
Water temperature is
too low
Follow loading instructions on pages 13-17,
Use the Water Heat option, if needed, turn home
water heater up to ensure water entering dishwasher
is 120“F {49“C) minimum. See "Water temperature
tips” on page 12.
Use of incorrect,
too little, or ineffective
detergent Use recommended dishwasher detergents only.
Follow recommendations on page 11 for amounts;
never use less than 1 tablespoon per load. Deter­
gent must be fresh to be effective. Always store
detergent in a cool, dry area,
Detergent cakes in
dispenser
Use fresh detergent only. Do not allow detergent to
sit for several hours in a wet dispenser. Check
dispenser for caked detergent. Clean dispenser
when caked detergent is present.
Pump or spray arm
dogged by labels from
bottles and cans
Remove labels before washing bottles and cans or
wash by hand. See page 18.
Low water pressure caused
by insufficient fill Home water pressure should be 20 to 120 pounds
per square inch (psl) for proper dishwasher fill. A
booster pump on the water supply may be neces­
sary if pressure is too low.
Slowdown of wash arm
due to high suds Never use soap or laundry detergents. Use recom­
mended dishwasher detergents only.
Spotting and
filming
Hard water or high
mineral content in water Conditioning the final rinse water with a liquid rinse
agent helps eliminate spotting and filming. Keep the
dispenser full with a rinse agent at all times..
Water temperature is
too iow Use the Water Heat option, if available. If needed,
turn home water healer up to ensure water entering
dishwasher is 120“F (49°C) minimum. See “Water
temperature tips" on page 12,
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Incorrect amount of
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Follow recommendations on page 11 for amount
Heavy soil and/or hard water generally require extra
detergent.
Use of ineffective
detergents Detergent should be fresh. Store in a cool, dry place,
preferably in an airtight container. Discard lumpy
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