Models At A Glance; Before Using The Dishwasher - Kenmore 970D1549 Use & Care Manual

Models At A Glance

Read these instructions carefully before using the Dishwasher. For best results in the use and
operation of your dishwasher fi nd your model below. Detailed instructions for each Cycle and
Option follow later in the Use and Care Guide.
1549 Model
Wash System
Your Kenmore dishwasher fi lters 100% of the water for optimum cleaning. The wash system
uses alternating arms to save water and energy and includes a heavy duty stainless steel food
disposer that grinds up large food particles.
How the wash system works
1. Load the dishwasher ( See preparing and Loading Dishes).
2. Hot water enters the dishwasher, covers the fi lter, and rises to the bottom of the heater clips.
3. Detergent is dispensed at the appropriate time and mixed with the hot water. This mixture
is pumped through the lower spray arm and sprays against the soiled surfaces of the dishes to
remove food particles.
4. Water passes through the fi ne mesh primary fi lter where food soil is removed and the clean
water is then recirculated.
5. Ports under the lower wash arm direct the food soil through a secondary fi lter into a
collection chamber.
6. Food soil is held in the collection chamber until it is fl ushed away during the drain cycle.
7. Clean, hot water enters the dishwasher and the sequence is repeated.
8. Beginning with the third water fi ll, the wash action switches between the lower spray arm and
middle spray arm in 90 second intervals. You may notice a change in sound as the wash action
pauses and switches to the other arm.
9. The diswhasher may pause during the cycle while water is being heated. Wash action will
continue during this time.
10. Rinse aid is automatically dispensed in the fi nal rinse to aid in drying.
NOTE
The dishwasher is programmed to
remember your last cycle so you do not
have to reset each time. To start the
dishwasher using the same cycle and
options selected on the previous wash,
just press the START/CANCEL pad.
NOTE
Lights on the console will turn off once
the door is shut and wash cycle begins.
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