Kenmore 665.15839, 665.16837, 665.15832 Dishwasher Care, Drain Air Gap, Clean ng Your Dishwasher

Material		Dishwasher	Safe?/Comments
Crystal		Yes
		Check manufacturer's recommendations
		before washing. Some types of leaded
		crystal can etch with repeated washing.
Gold		No
		Gold-colored flatware will discolor.
Glass		Yes
		Milk glass yellows with repeated
		dishwasher	washing.
Hollow-Handle		No
Knives		Handles of some		knives	are	attached to
		the blade with adhesives which can
		loosen if washed in the dishwasher.
Pewter,	Brass,	No
Bronze		High water	temperatures		and detergent
		can discolor or pit the finish.
Disposable		No
Plastics		Cannot withstand		high	water
		temperatures and		detergents.
Plastics		Yes
		Always check manufacturer's
		recommendations		before washing.
		Plastics vary in their capacity to withstand
		high temperatures and detergents. Load
		plastics in top rack only.
Stainless Steel		Yes
		Run e rinse cycle if not washing
		immediately. Prolonged contact with food
		containing salt, vinegar, milk products, or
		fruit juice can damage finish.
Sterling Silver or		Yes
Silver Plate		Run a rinse cycle if not washing
		immediately. Prolonged contact with food
		containing salt, acid, or sulfide (eggs,
		mayonnaise, and seafood) can damage
		finish.
Tin		No
		Can rust.
Wooden	Ware	No
		Wash by hand. Always check
		manufacturer's instructions				before
		washing. Untreated wood can warp,
		crack, or lose its finish.

DISHWASHER CARE

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Clean ng Your Dishwasher

Cleaning the exterior

In most cases, regular use of a soft, damp cloth or sponge and a mild detergent is all that is necessary to keep the outside of your dishwasher looking nice and clean.

Cleaning	the interior
Hard water minerals can cause a white film to build up on the
inside surfaces, especially just beneath the door area.
Do not clean the dishwasher interior until it has cooled. Wear
rubber gloves. Do not use any type of cleanser other than						m
dishwasher		detergent	because	it may cause	foaming or sudsing.
To clean	interior
Make a paste with powdered dishwasher detergent on a damp
sponge and		clean.
OR						F
Use liquid automatic dishwasher detergent and clean with a
damp sponge.
OR
See the	vinegar rinse		procedure	in "Spotting	and filming on
dishes"	in "Troubleshooting."

NOTE: Run a Normal cycle with detergent after cleaning the interior.

Drain Air Gap

Check the drain air gap anytime your dishwasher isn't draining well,

Some state or local plumbing codes require the addition of a drain air gap between a built-in dishwasher and the home drain system. If a house drain is clogged, the drain air gap protects your dishwasher from water backing up into it.

The drain air gap is usually located on top of the sink or countertop near the dishwasher. To order a drain air gap call 1-800-366-7278 and ask for Part 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.

To clean the drain air gap

Clean the drain air gap periodically to ensure proper drainage of your dishwasher. Follow the cleaning instructions provided by the manufacturer. With most types, you lift off the chrome cover.

Unscrew the plastic cap. Then check for any soil buildup. Clean

if necessary.

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