Kenmore 665.1404 manual Dishwasher Care, Cleaning the exterior, To clean the drain air gap

Material	.DishwasherSafe?	. Comments
Tin	No	Not recommended.
Wooden Ware	No	Wash by hand. Always check manufacturer's instructions	before
		washing. Untreated wood can warp, crack, or lose its finish.
Large Casserole Section	Yes	There may be certain casserole dishes that may not fit in	front of the
		TurboZone TM (on some models) feature in the back of the lower dish
		rack. Adjust the tines as necessary to load the large dishes.

DISHWASHER CARE

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. If your dishwasher has a stainless steel exterior, a stainless steel cleaner is

recommended.

Cleaning the interior

To clean the drain air gap

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. You may want to wear rubber gloves. Do not use any type of cleanser other than 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

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" section.

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

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 ®. 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.

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.

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