Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service - Kenmore 363.14234 Use & Care Manual

PROBLEM CAUSE
Dishw_sher:i ',Dishwasher not:
Wiil::not start :: receiving electricity :
;Dial not i:ncorrect
i: pos t on forcyole
selected :
';TUrning the Dial
will not fill :i::: :too far
w.,:water ''Nowater
:: ,Water inlet valve
i'Ciogged :: :
Unu'sUa'i _; ...... :impi6Pe
oading:
,Dishwasher hOt l :i ::
SOLUTION
- Check house fuse or circuit breakers
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,;Make sure Dial is turned far enough and cycle button is fully pushed in_
=Be careful you do not turn the Dial any farther than necessary. There is
a delay between start-up and water fill so you will not hear any wash action
right away,
. See the solution above,
• Make sure water supply valve under sink is turned on.
. Water valve supply line may be clogged with sediment. Clean out,.
. Utensils may not be secure on rack pins, or something small may have
dropped from the rack. Water is causing utensils to rattle° Make sure
everything is securely placed in dishwasher,
. Level dishwasher as described in installation Instructions Do_'t place
dishwasher on carpet
\
-Improper detergent, Use automatic dishwasher detergent only or try
a different brand or less detergent.
,Spilled :rinse agent
• Dishwasher door
interferes with
surrounding
cabinets
•Water is not hot
• A R DRY option
Selected :
°ImproPer :load!ng
;Rihse:agent ::
::dispenser empty ,
olf hand dishwashing detergent is used by mistake, pour one measuring cup
of vegetable oil in bottom of tub and run dishwasher through a complete
NORMAL WASH cycle with recommended amount of automatic dishwashing
detergent.
. To remove suds from tub: Open dishwasher, Let suds evaporate° Add
1 gallon of cold water to tub. Close and latch dishwasher. Pump out water
by slowly turning Dial until a drain period is reached. Repeat if necessary.
- Spilled rinse agent can cause foam during washing. This can lead to
overflowing. Wipe up accidental spill of rinse agent with a damp cloth_
• Make sure door does not touch cabinets when opening or closing
Use leveling legs to level dishwasher,
-Raise water heater thermostat to 140°F if necessary°
• Do not select AIR DRY option. Allow dishes to dry in heated air..
dishes so items drain properly Avoid overloading,
• Fill nnse agent dispenser if empty.