Kenmore W10082930A, 665.13163K701, 665.13169K702 manual PROBLEM. Solution, Dishware and Hard

PROBLEM. SOLUTION

BLINKING LIGHTSIf the Start/Resume light and Smart Display status bar are blinking, push START/ RESUME and close the door within 3 seconds.

If the word "COMPLETED" on the Smart Display or any other lights are blinking and the dishwasher will not run, check the following:

•Is the overfill protection float able to move up and down freely? Press down to release.

•Be sure the water supply is turned on to the dishwasher. (This is very important following the new installation of your dishwasher.)

•Check for suds in the dishwasher. If foam or suds are detected by the dishwasher sensing system, the dishwasher may not operate properly or may not fill with water.

Suds can come from:

•Using the incorrect type of detergent, such as dish detergent for hand washing dishes, laundry detergent, or hand soap.

•Not replacing the rinse aid dispenser cap after filling (or refilling) the rinse aid.

•Using an excessive amount of dishwasher detergent.

		Call for service.
CLOUDY	OR SPOTTED	NOTES:
DISHWARE (AND HARD		•	Liquid rinse aid	is necessary for drying and to reduce spotting.
WATER	SOLUTION)	•	Use the correct	amount of detergent.

Confirm that the cloudiness is removable by soaking the item in white vinegar for

5 minutes. If the cloudiness disappears, it is due to hard water. Adjust the amount of detergent and rinse aid. (See "HARD WATER (WHITE RESIDUE ON DISHWASHER INTERIOR OR GLASSWARE" in "Troubleshooting.") If it does not come clear, it is due to etching (see below).

Be sure the incoming water temperature is set at 120°F (49°C).

Try using the Hi Temp and Sani Rinse options.

To remove spotting, run a vinegar rinse through the dishwasher.

•Wash and rinse the affected dishware and load into dishwasher. Remove all

silverware and metal items. Put 2 cups (500 mL) of white vinegar in a glass measuring cup in the lower rack. Run a normal cycle with the Heated Dry option turned off. No detergent is needed.

ETCHING (PERMANENT	This is an erosion	of the surface of the glassware and can be caused by a combination
CLOUDINESS)	of: water that is too hot, from using too much detergent with soft water or by pre-
	washing. Detergent needs food soil to act upon. If etching has occurred, the glassware
	is permanently damaged. To avoid further etching, adjust the detergent amount to
	match the water hardness, stop pre-washing, and use water heating options only when
	incoming water temperature is below 120°F (49°C).
LEAKING WATER	Be sure the dishwasher		has been installed properly and is level.
	Suds can cause the dishwasher to overflow. Measure the detergent accurately and use
	only detergents designed for use in a dishwasher. Less detergent is needed in soft
	water. Try another brand of detergent if sudsing continues.
	To avoid rinse aid leaking from the dispenser, be sure the lid is securely attached and
	avoid overfilling.
TUB IS DISCOLORED	NOTES:
	• High iron content in the water can discolor the tub.
	• Tomato-based	foods	can discolor the tub or dishware.

A citrus-based cleaner can be used to clean.

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