Kenmore 587.1524 Series Use & Care Manual page 15

Care and Cleaning
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Burn Hazard
Allow heating element to cool before
cleaning the interior.
Failure to do so can result in burns.
Outside--Occasionally wipe with a mild nonabrasive
detergent and water. Rinse and dry.
Inside--The inside of the dishwasher is self-cleaning
with normal use. If needed, clean around the tub gasket
area with a damp cloth.
The filter is self-cleaning. A glass trap located in the
center of the filter is designed to collect pieces of broken
glass, straws, bones and pits. To remove items in glass
trap, grasp handle, lift out, empty and replace.
Note: Hard water may cause lime deposit buildup on the
interior of the dishwasher. For cleaning instructions see
"Removing Spots and Film" section.
Overfill Protector--keeps dishwasher from
overfilling and is located in the left front corner of the tub.
• Clean occasionally with household cleaner containing
vinegar or bleach to
dissolve any buildup.
• Overfill Protector should "_
move up and down freely
about one inch. If it does
not move, lift and clean
underneath.
Care of Drain Air Gap
If a drain air gap was installed for your built-in
dishwasher, check to make sure it is clean so the
dishwasher will drain properly. A drain air gap is usually
mounted on countertop and can be inspected by
removing the cover. This is not part of your dishwasher
and is not covered by warranty.
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Property Damage Hazard
Freezing temperatures may cause water lines to
rupture. Be sure all supply lines to and circulating
lines within dishwasher are protected.
Failure to do so could result in property damage.
Winterizing
A dishwasher left in an unheated place should be
protected from freezing. Have a qualified person do
the following:
To
1.
Disconnect Service:
Turn off electrical power to the dishwasher at the
supply source by removing fuses or tripping circuit
breaker.
2. Shut offwater supply.
3. Place a pan underthe inlet valve. Disconnect water
line from inlet valve and drain into pan.
4. Disconnect drain line from pump and drain water into
pan.
Note: See Installation Instructions for more details.
To Restore Service:
1. Reconnect the water, drain and electrical power
supply.
2. Turn on water and electrical power supply.
3. Fill both detergent cups and run dishwasher through
a NORMAL cycle.
4. Check connections to make sure they do not leak.
Note: See Installation Instructions for more details.
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