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Ultra Wash Dishwasher
Use & Care Guide
Table of Contents ............. 1 (English section)
3378921 Sears. Roebuck and CO, Hoffman Estates. IL 6{)179 USA. MODELSIMODELOS/MODI_LES
15831, 15835, 15838
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Table of Contents Page Page Sears Dishwasher Warranty ........................................... 1 Your Part in Cleaning Dishes Using the detergent dispenser ................................. 11 )lshwasher Safety .......................................................... 2 Parts and Features .......................................................... 3 Using the rinse agent dispenser ............................... 12 Water temperature tips............................................. 12 America
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Dishwasher Safety / Your safety and the safety of others is 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 hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." These words mean: You will be killed or seriously injured If you don't follow instruction
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Parts and Features Use this section to become familiar with the location and appearance of all parts and features. To help you find informa- tion on specific parts or features quickly, page references are included. ® _) Fold-down tines (pg. 8) O Top rack (pg. 7) l_) ULTRAFLOW* water feed tube Upper spray arm Silverware basket (pg. 10) _) Utensil basket (pg. 8) _) Model and serial number label (on right side) _) Bottom rack (pg. 9) _) ULTRA WASH* module (pg. 4) Lower spray arm _) Overfill protect
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America's Cleanest Dishes How the ULTRA WASH* System and ULTRA WASH Sensor work Your dishwasher's new ULTRA WASH Soil Removal How the ULTRA WASH Sensor adjusts System is designed to give you sparkling clean dishes in the cycle: the shortest amount of time with the least amount of • When the Sensing indicator light on the control panel energy necessary. The ULTRA WASH System includes: glows, the ULTRA WASH Sensor is measuring the amount of soil in the dishwasher. • A heavy duty grinder that acts
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Start Up Guide Before using your dishwasher Tip Over Hazard Electrical Shock Hazard Do not use dishwasher until completely installed. Electrically ground dishwasher. Do not push down on open door. Connect ground wire to green ground connector in terminal box. Doing so can result in serious injury or cuts. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to do so can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS • For a grounded, cord connected dishwasher: electric shock. Check with a q
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Starting your dishwasher for everyday loads Here is an overview for loading and running your dish- washer. Refer to the noted pages for more details of each step. 1. The ULTRA WASH* Soil Removal System is designed to remove food particles from the wash and rinse water. Remove only large chunks of food and bones from your dishes. 2. Properly load the dishwasher I_1. Make sure nothing prevents the spray arms from spinning freely I'_1. See page 9. 3. Add detergent [] and check the rinse agent dispe
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Loading Your Dishwasher This section tells you how to load your dishwasher properly for the best washing and rinsingresults. Preparing to load your dishwasher sounds are normal when hard items enter the module. • Load correctly for best washing results. Incorrect loading Do not let metallic items (such as pot handle screws) get may cause poor washing and the need to rewash all or into the ULTRA WASH module. They could damage the part of the load. ULTRA WASH module. • Wash full loads. Running a h
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Loading the top rack (cont.) Utensil basket Use this convenient basket on the top rack to hold spatu- las, wooden spoons, and similar items I_1. Fold-down tines Fold the tines in the top rack all the way down to accommodate larger items I_1. NO-FLIP* clip(s) Use the NO-FLIP clip(s) to hold small, lightweight items in place during the cycle Ir_. 8
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Loading the bottom rack Items with cooked-on or dried-on food should be loaded in the bottom rack, with soiled surfaces facing inward to *he spray. See [] & I'_1. • Do not load glasses, cups, or plastic items in the bottom rack. • Load plates, soup bowls, etc., between prongs and facing inward to the spray. • Overlap edges of plates for large loads. • Secure heavily soiled cookware face down in the rack. • Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation of the upper or lower spray arm
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Loading the silverware basket • Load the silverware basket while it is in the bottom rack or take the basket out for loading on a counter or table. NOTE: You can remove the basket for easy unloading. Always unload or remove the basket before unloading the racks to avoid spilling water droplets on the silverware. • Place small items (baby bottle caps, jar lids, etc.) in a section with a hinged cover. Close the cover over the section to hold small items in place I_1. • You can separate the two sma
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Your Part in Cleaning Dishes Operating your dishwasher properly enables you to obtain the best possible results. This section explains proper dishwasher operation. Using the detergent dispenser • Use automatic dishwashing detergent only. Other detergents are too mild and much too sudsy. • Add detergent just before starting cycle. • Store tightly closed detergent in a cool, dry place. Fresh automatic dishwasher detergent results in better cleaning. Filling the detergent dispenser The detergent di
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Using the rinse agent dispenser A rinse agent greatly improves dish drying and helps prevent spots or streaks. The rinse agent helps water flow off dishes and keeps water from forming droplets. A small amount of rinse agent automatically releases into the final rinse water. Keep the rinse agent dispenser filled with a liquid rinse agent. For best drying results, periodically check the dispenser as follows to see if it needs filling: • Check center of rinse aid indicator cap I_1. Clear means it n
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Cycles f Ultra Wash Sensor • QuietGuardSystem Q I I (_QA_N CONTROI_LLOCK SENSING WASHING WATER HEATING POTS NORMA WATER CHINA QUICK PANS WASH MISER WASH RINSE "" 1 I ('l'1"l'l'l SENSINGCYCLES R J A "#'" shows what each cycle includes. Soil Level Water Final Cycle Usage Detergent Detected By Ultra Wash Main Heated Timetr (gallons/ Dispenser Sections CYCLE Sensor Wash Rinse Wash Rinse Rinse Dry Imin.) liters) POTS &PANS • Heavy ,/ ,/t ,/t ,/ ,/t ,/ 96. 10.8/40.9 D POTS PANS D ,/t ,/t ,/ ,/t ,/ 80t
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Cycles (cont.) r Ultra Wash Sensor • QuietGuardSystem I I I I I WASHING WATER HEATING CLEAN CONTROL LOCK SENSING I I I I POTS WASH MISER WASH RINS PANS IO"ALIWTE IOIOOC "" ] I(" SENSING CYCLES OPTIONS J A ",/" shows what each cycle includes. Water Soil Level Final Cycle Detected By Usage Detergent Ultra Wash Main Heated iTimett (gallons/ Dispenser CYCLE Sensor Wash Rinse Wash Rinse Rinse Dry Imin.) liters/ Sections CHINA WASH / 6.5/24.6 D ,/ ,/ ,/t 70tt Heavy Cycled D WASH CHINA I 4.3/16.3 Use
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Options f/_ U/tra Wash Sensor • QuietGuardSystem SENSING WASHING WATER HEATING CLEAN CONTROL LOCI( O _ O O O 91, O POTS ORMA WATER CHINA QUICK PANS WASH MISER WASH RINSE SENSINGCYCLES j When should I use it? What does it do? Option Water Heat To ensure water temperature in • When you select Water Heat, main wash • Automatic with Pots & Pans Main Wash reaches 135°F delays until water heats to 135°F (57°C). (57°C). • As water heats, washing action continues. • Option for Normal Wash and Water Heat
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Special features To cancel a cycle Start Button Memory • Press Cancel.Drain. Wait for 2-minute drain to complete. • To use last full cycle and options completed, press the Start pad. Control Lock • If you do not run dishwasher daily, close door to maintain • Prevent accidental cycle selections by "locking" controls. memory. • To lock controls: Press and hold No Heat Dry pad for • If power is off or door is open for an extended period of 4 seconds, Control Lock status indicator glows when time, t
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Storing your dishwasher Moving or winterizing your dishwasher _,rotect your dishwasher and home against water damage due to freezing water lines, if your dishwasher is left in a seasonal dwelling or could be exposed to near freezing temperatures, have a qualified person do the following: 1. Disconnect power supply to the dishwasher. 2. Turn off water supply to the dishwasher. 3. Remove the 4 screws on the lower access panel and remove the lower access panel I_1, J 4. Place a shallow pan under th
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Tips for washing special items If you have any doubts about washing a particular item, check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe. MATERIAL DISHWASHER SAFE? EXCEPTIONS/SPECIAL INFORMATION Aluminum Yes High water temperature and detergents may affect finish of anodized aluminum. Bottles and Cans No Wash bottles and cans by hand. Labels attached with glue can loosen in your dishwasher. Loose labels and glue can clog spray arms or the pump and will reduce washing performance. Cast
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Troubleshooting Guide Dishwasher is not operating properly PROBLEM ... CAUSE... SOLUTION ... Dishwasher does Door not closed Make sure door is closed and securely latched. not run or stops Wrong cycle selected Refer to the "Cycles" section, page 13. during a cycle Check to see if household fuse or circuit breaker is No or improper power supplied to dishwasher blown or tripped. Motor stopped due to Motor will automatically reset itself within a few minutes. overload If it does not restart, call f
