Kenmore 808353 - Manual (Page 7)

1 Sudsing - You are familiar with the mountains of suds that result from using the wrong detergent in an automatic
washer A similar problem in an automatic dishwasher can be caused by using improper detergents, using solid
jet dry. a leaking wetting agent dispenser or eKcessively low or high water temperature A complaint of poor
cleaning of dishware may accompany this problem Sudsing leaks In a dishwasher will usually occur at the door
gasket or the blower housing On hard to find leaks, suspect sudsing and check the following:
Use a fresh detergent made especially for automatic dishwashing. Such detergents are labeled on each container
for automatic or electric d/s/rwasb/bg. When In doubt, consult the Owner's Manual; it contains the recommended
detergents, or use recognizable major brands-
Water temperature recommended on most detergent packages is 140° if water temperature is extremely low
П20°1 or extremely high (180°1, then sudsing will surely occur. For best results from detergent and wetting agent
liquid, water temperature should be between 140° - 150°F. Solid jet dry should be avoided except if you should
choose to place the jet dry in dishwasher for the final rinse only
Hand pre-washing of dishware with Joy or other such dishwashing liquids or soaps prior to loading can cause ex­
cessive sudsing since this liquid may not be thoroughly rinsed away and, when agitated in the dishwasher, can
cause sudsing
A malfunctioning of the wetting agent dispenser mechanism which would allow excessive amounts of liquid jet
dry to be released In the rinse or wash may also cause excessive sudsing Each injection of wetting agent liquid
should be approximately 8cc
2 Etching - Etching of glassware is the result of soft glass and an alkaline compound. The surface of the glass has
acluaily been destroyed and no amount of rubbing can restore the glassware to its original state
A quick check for etching can be made by scratching the surface of_the glass with a pin, If the "stain" or "spott­
ing" (white filmf can be removed, the condition Is an undesirable film but not etching
Permanent etching of glassware can in no way be caused by the operation of the dishwasher. The dishwasher can
only be a contributor to the problem if it is not properly circulating the water charge
Make sure the dishwasher is operating normally and there is an adequate supply (volume) of water to insure a good
fill each time Check to be certain the water is circulating and the detergent is fresh
There are several factors which cause or contribute to permanent (etching) staining..
1. Extremely hot water
2 Excessive use of detergent for water condition.,
3, The water is soft (0 to 4 grains hard, either naturally or thru a softener)
4 Composition Imineral makeup] of water
5. Composition of the glasses themselves
Softened water is more detrimental than naturally soft water. We do not imply that the water softener be re­
moved There may be a definite need for a softener.
We can effectively control only two of the above factors; water temperature and amount of detergent.
We recommend when etching is encountered that water temperature be set no higher than 140°; and a reduction
in the amount of detergent used, consistent with good dishwashing resuits One tablespoon per detergent cup
may be adequate
This may not completely eliminate etching, but it will help to slow down the process of etching of glassware