Kenmore 665.1312, 665.1342 manual Ultra Wash Filtration System

ULTRA WASH FILTRATION SYSTEM

Your dishwasher has the latest technology in dishwasher filtration. This triple filtration system minimizes sound and optimizes water and energy consumption while providing superior cleaning performance. Throughout the life of your dishwasher, the filter will require maintenance to sustain peak cleaning performance.

The triple filter system consists of 2 parts, an upper filter assembly and a lower filter.

•The upper filter assembly keeps oversized items and foreign objects, along with very fine food particles out of the pump.

•The lower filter keeps food from being recirculated onto your dishware.

Upper

Assembly

Locating

Tabs

Lower Filter

The filters may need to be cleaned when:

•Visible objects or soils are on the Upper Filter Assembly.

•There is degradation in cleaning performance (that is, soils still present on dishes).

•Dishes feel gritty to the touch.

Removing and maintaining the filters is very easy. The chart below shows the recommended cleaning frequency.

Recommended time interval to clean your filter.

Number	of	If you wash		If you scrape and		If you only scrape			If you do not scrape
Loads	Per	before	loading	rinse before loading		before	loading*		or rinse before
Week									loading
1-3		Once peryear		Once	peryear	Twice	peryear		Every two months
4-7		Once peryear		Once peryear		Twice	peryear		Once per month
8-12		Once	peryear	Twice	peryear	Every three		months	Every two weeks
13-14		Once	peryear	Twice	peryear	Every three		months	Once per week

*Manufacturer's recommendation: This practice will eliminate the water and energy that you use preparing your dishes. This will also save you time and effort.

Very Hard Water

If you have hard water (above 15 grains), clean your filter at least once per month. Building up of white residue on your dishwasher indicates hard water. You may bring your water samples to Sears to check hardness level. For tips on removing spots and stains, see "Troubleshooting" section.