Kenmore Elite Ultraclean Dishwasher User Manual

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DETERGENT AND RINSE AID
Detergent
NOTE: If you do not plan to run a wash cycle soon, run a rinse 
cycle. Do not use detergent.
■Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Add powder, 
liquid or tablet detergent just before starting a cycle.
■Fresh automatic dishwasher detergent results in better 
cleaning. Store tightly closed detergent container in a cool, 
dry place.
Premeasured Detergents
Many detergents now come in premeasured forms (gel packs, 
tablets, or powder packs). These forms are suitable...

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LOADING
Loading for Best Cleaning and Drying Performance
1. Angle dirtiest dish surfaces downward and allow 
space for water to flow up through each rack and 
between dishware.
Separating allows water flow.
2. For best silverware cleaning use the slots in the covers 
to keep items separated.
Separated
3. Use TurboZone® (on some models) option with your 
dirtiest items facing toward the lower back.
Soil facing TurboZone® spray jets
4. Angle concave surfaces such as the bottom of coffee 
cups to allow...

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To p  R a c k  L o a d i n g
Loading Recommendations
Place cups and glasses in the rows between tines. Placing them over the tines can lead to breakage and water spots. To avoid 
damage to your delicate items, be sure china, cr ystal, stemware and other similar items do not touch during dishwasher operation. 
Load lightweight and dishwasher-safe plastic items only in the top rack. 
10 place setting load 12 place setting load
Utensil Basket (on some models)
Use this extra capacity basket in the back of...

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Cup Shelves and Stemware Clips (on some models)
Fold down the extra shelf on either side of the top rack to hold 
additional cups or long items, such as utensils and spatulas.
Use the stemware clips to hold stemware more securely.
Cup shelves           Stemware clips
Removable Top Rack (on some models)
The removable rack allows you to wash larger items such as pots, roasters, and cookie sheets in the bottom rack.
IMPORTANT: Remove dishes prior to removing the top rack from dishwasher.
To remove the...

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Bottom Rack Loading
Removable Top Rack - Smooth Motion Rack™ System (on some models)
The removable top rack allows you to wash larger items such 
as pots, roasters, and cookie sheets in the bottom rack.
IMPORTANT: Remove dishes prior to removing the top rack 
from the dishwasher.
To  r e m o v e  t h e  r a c k :
To gain access to the removable tabs on the tracks/rails, pull 
the upper rack forward about halfway out of the tub.
On one side, press the tab on the track in and pull up the front 
end of...

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Fold-Down Tines (on some models)
You can fold down one row of tines at the back of the bottom 
rack in order to accommodate larger dishware.
Keep this tine row in the 60° position when using the 
TurboZone
® option (on some models).
IMPORTANT: When moving the tine row to the flat position, 
fold only the tine row toward the front of the dishwasher.
Tu r b o Z o n e® Loading (on some models)
IMPORTANT: For proper performance, only one row of items may face the TurboZone® spray jets.
You must select the...

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DISHWASHER USE
Cycles and Options Information (on some models)
Splittable Silverware Basket (on some models)
Your new silverware basket can be split into three segments.
Removing one section will increase your capacity in the 
TurboZone
® (on some models) loading area.
You can remove the covered side baskets to place in the top 
rack. Use for small delicate items such as baby bottle caps, 
nipples and small baking utensils, etc.
Loading Silverware
Use suggested loading patterns, as shown, to better...

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* Adding options will add time to the cycle. See options information section.
**This is the approximate cycle time obtained with 120°F (49°C) hot water available at the dishwasher. Increase in time results from 
low temperature of the incoming water.
China Gentle (on some models)
Provides a light wash and gentle dry for delicate items such as 
china and crystal.Light to Medium1051452.8-4.0
(10.5-15.0)
Heavy1201857. 7
(29.0)
Quick Rinse
Use for rinsing dishes, glasses, and silverware that will not be...

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†Selecting multiple options does not result in accumulative time and water from chart above.
Dishwasher Control Section
Dishwasher Feedback Section
To p  R a c k  O n l y
For added convenience, use for washing 
a small load of dishes in the top rack to 
help keep the kitchen continuously clean.Available with 
any cycle
Cannot be used 
with TurboZone
® 
optionSlightly faster wash for 
smaller loads
-7 -30 0
SmartDry™ or Heated Dry 
(on some models)
Turns the heat element on, with fan assist 
(on some...

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Canceling A Cycle
1.Open the door slightly to stop the cycle. Wait for the spraying action to stop before completely opening the door. 
2.Press and hold the Cancel/Drain button until the Cancel/Drain light turns on.
3.Close the door. The dishwasher starts a drain cycle if water remains in bottom of dishwasher. Let the dishwasher drain completely. 
The Cancel/Drain light turns off after 2 minutes.
Changing A Cycle After Dishwasher Is Started
You can interrupt a cycle and restart your dishwasher from...