Dishwasher Maintenance Procedure; Drain Air Gap; Vacation Or Extended Time Without Use - Kenmore 665.1281x Use & Care Manual

To help avoid hard water residue in your dishwasher, use affresh
routine maintenance. affresh
IMPORTANT:
Read these instructions and the instructions found on the affresh
process.
Removal of Hard Water/Filming: Recommended use of a monthly maintenance product such as affresh
Number W10282479.
Load your dishwasher (preferably with dishes affected by filming/hard water).
Place tablet in main wash compartment of detergent dispenser.
Select cycle/option best for heavily soiled dishes and start dishwasher.
NOTE: Recommended to use a premeasured detergent tablet or pack for regular daily use.
To clean the drain air gap
To reduce the risk of property damage
†® affresh is a registered trademark of Whirlpool.

Dishwasher Maintenance Procedure

dishwasher cleaner is effective in all dishwasher brands.
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Some state or local plumbing codes require the addition of a drain air gap between a
built-in dishwasher and the home drain system. Check the drain air gap when your
dishwasher is not draining well.
The drain air gap is usually located on top of the sink or countertop near the
dishwasher. To order a drain air gap, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME
Number 300096.
NOTE: The drain air gap is an external plumbing device that is not part of your
dishwasher. The warranty provided with your dishwasher does not cover service costs
directly associated with the cleaning or repair of the external drain air gap.
Clean the drain air gap periodically to ensure proper drainage of your dishwasher.
With most types, you lift off the chrome cover. Unscrew the plastic cap. Then check
for any soil buildup. Clean if necessary.

Vacation or Extended Time Without Use

If you will not be using the dishwasher during the summer months, turn off the
water and power supply to the dishwasher.
Make sure the water supply lines are protected against freezing conditions. Ice
formations in the supply lines can increase water pressure and damage your
dishwasher or home. Damage from freezing is not covered by the warranty.
When storing your dishwasher in the winter, avoid water damage by having your
dishwasher winterized by authorized service personnel.
dishwasher cleaner (recommended) once a month as part of
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product package completely before beginning the cleaning
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Drain Air Gap

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