Kenmore 665.17159K214 Use & Care Manual page 12

DISHWASHER EFFICIENCY TIPS
Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwasher detergent. Hot water also dissolves grease on dishes and helps glasses dry spot-
free. For best dishwashing results, water should be 120°F (49°C) as it enters the dishwasher. Loads may not wash as well if the water
temperature is too low.
Additional efficiency tips
• To save water, energy and time, only scrape dishes. Do not rinse dishes before putting them into the dishwasher.
• Use a delay feature to run your dishwasher during off-peak hours. Local utility providers recommend avoiding heavy usage of
energy at certain times of day.
• During the summer, run your dishwasher at night. This reduces daytime heat buildup in the kitchen.
• Use a rinse aid to improve drying.
DETERGENT AND RINSE AID
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IMPORTANT: Use only automatic dishwashing detergent. Hand
dishwashing detergent will produce excessive suds and overflow
out of the dishwasher.
Recommended Detergent Amount
Add recommended amount of detergent to each compartment
as shown and close the detergent lid.
Powders and Gels
Water Soil Pre-Wash
Hardness Level Compartment
Soft Light None
(0-4 grains Normal None
per U.S.
gallon) Heavy Full
Medium Light None
Main Wash
Compartment
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
(5-9 grains Normal 1/2 1/2
per U.S.
gallon) Heavy Full* Full*
Hard Light 1/2 Full*
(10-14 grains Normal Full* Full*
per U.S.
gallon) Heavy Full* Full*
*Full pre-wash compartment contains 7 tsp (35 mL), and full
main wash cup contains 9 tsp (45 mL).
Premeasured Detergents
Many detergents now come in premeasured forms (gel packs,
tablets, or powder packs). These forms are suitable for all
hardness and soil levels. Always place premeasured detergents
in the main compartment and close the lid.
Using dishwasher detergent tablets and packs have been
proven better than powder, liquid or gel detergents to reduce
filming on your dishes. By using these tablets and packs, over
time this will start to reduce or eliminate white film. Also, by
using a rinse aid you can minimize repeat buildup of white film.
IMPORTANT. Extremely hard water mineral deposits (15 grains
per U.S. gallon or more) can cause damage to your dishwasher
and make it difficult to achieve good results. A water softener is
recommended to avoid damage and achieve good results. You
may bring your water samples to Sears to check hardness level.
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USE RINSE AIDFOR
BETTER DRYING
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Refill _@
IMPORTANT" Your dishwasher is designed to use a liquid rinse
aid. The use of rinse aids greatly improves drying by allowing
water to drain from the dishes after the final rinse. They also
keep water from forming droplets that can dry as spots or
streaks.
Filling the Dispenser
The dispenser holds 5 oz (150 mL) of rinse aid. Under most
conditions this will last 1 to 3 months.
1. Turn the knob to the REFILL position and remove.
2. Pour rinse aid into the opening until the indicator points to
FULL. Do not overfill.
3. Clean up any spilled rinse aid. Spilled rinse aid can create
excessive suds.
4. Replace the knob and turn to the LOCI( position.
NOTE: Indicator reads correct fill level when door is completely
opened.
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