Troubleshooting - Kenmore 465.1332 Use & Care Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING
Glasses are cloudy/
spotted
Food soil remains
on dishes
items washed in the
dishwasher or the
dishwasher tub itself
are stained/discolored
items not properly
dried/moisture is
present on the
dishwasher interior
after the dry cycle
Dishware is chipped
Sanitized light does
not illuminate at the
end of the cycle
(select models)
Dishwasher drawer
will not close
20
, Select High Temp Wash option.
, Check water temperature. Incoming water should be 120 ° F (49 ° C).
, Always use rinse aid. (verify rinse aid dispenser setting, pg. 10).
, Confirm that the cloudiness is removable by soaking the item in white vinegar for approximately 5
minutes. If removed, the problem is due to hard water. Adjust detergent amount being used to match
water hardness (pg. 9). Be sure detergent is fresh, stored properly and is a high quality brand.
, If cloudiness is not removable, it is etching. This is an erosion of the surface of the glassware and can
be caused by water that is too hot, from using too much detergent or by prewashing. Detergent needs
food soil to act upon. If etching has occurred, the glassware is permanently damaged. To prevent
further etching, adjust the detergent amount to match the water hardness, stop prewashing and use
water heating options only when incoming water temperature is below 120 ° F (49 ° C).
, Load items so they do not block the wash arm or spray arm (pgs. 7-8).
, Load the utensil basket with knife handles up and spoon and fork handles down. Use of utensil
basket lids improve cleaning performance.
, Do not place glasses over tines.
, Before loading, scrape off burnt on foods and wipe the starchy film from utensils used with pasta, rice
and oatmeal. These soils require more energy than the rest of the load to clean.
, Select proper cycle for the soil level (pg. 11).
, Select Smart Sense
TM
(select models) or proper cycle for soil level, proper option,
Sani-Rinse (select models) or High Temp Wash.
, Check water temperature. Incoming water should be 120° F (/49° C).
, Run hot water at the sink before starting the dishwasher.
, Use fresh powdered detergent stored in a cool, dry place.
, Check water hardness and adjust detergent amount accordingly (pg. 9).
, Aluminum utensils or pans can leave marks when they rub against other items. Leave a slight space
between items.
, iron deposits in the water can leave a yellow, brown or orange film on dishes or the dishwasher tub. A
rust filter may be needed. Check with a water treatment company.
, Separate silver or silver-plated silverware from stainless steel. These metals can be damaged by
contact with each other during washing.
, Color from tomato sauces may adhere to the interior parts of the dishwasher (pg. 16). If light staining
has occurred, leave the drawer open to oxidize the stain away. Use a dishwasher detergent that
contains chlorine to better fight staining.
, Certain dishwasher detergents may stain silver. Try another brand of detergent.
, Be sure Sensor Dry (select models) is selected.
, Water droplets may form on the inner tub as part of the drying process. This is normal.
, Be sure the Rinse Aid dispenser is filled.
, Use a rinse aid separate from the detergent regularly to improve drying performance. Adjust rinse aid
setting to High (see pg. 10)when rinse aid is present in the dispenser.
, Allow to sit for up to 3'/_ hours while fan runs to increase dry performance. The extended fan time uses
minimal energy.
, Check water temperature. Incoming water should be 120° F (/49° C).
, Select Hi Temp Wash option.
, increase detergent amount to match water hardness (pg. 9).
, Load properly (pgs. 7-8).
, Plastic and items with non-stick surfaces are difficult to dry because they have a porous surface which
tends to collect water droplets. Towel drying may be necessary.
, Glasses and cups with concave bottoms hold water and require towel drying. Place these items on the
more slanted side of the rack for improved results.
, Load dishes according to instructions so they do not strike each other (pgs. 7-8). Allow separation
between dishes. Close the drawer gently; slamming of the drawer could cause chipping or breakage.
, Washing fine antique china/crystal in the dishwasher is not recommended.
, Do not load glasses over the tines.
, Do not overload.
, Make sure variable tines (select models) are properly adjusted and in place before loading.
, Sani-Rinse (select models) was not selected.
, Sanitization can only be achieved with the Smart Sense" (select models), Anti-Bacterial (select models)
or Normal Wash cycles.
Sanitization may not be achieved if there is an interruption of the cycle, power failure or if incoming
water temperature is below 120 ° F (/49° C).
Be sure items do not extend above the inside top edge of the drawer.