Page 1: ...Ultra Wash Dishwasher Use Care Guide Table of Contents 1 English section 3378921 Sears Roebuck and CO Hoffman Estates IL 6 179 USA MODELSIMODELOS MODI_LES 15831 15835 15838 ...
Page 2: ... will repair or replace free of charge the electronic module and power supply board if defective in materials or workmanship FULL WARRANTY FOR THE LIFE OF THE DISHWASHER ON ULTRA LIFE TUB MODELS AGAINST LEAKS IN THE TUB AND INNER DOOR PANEL For the life of the dishwasher if a leak should occur as a result of failure of the polypropylene tub or innerdoor panel due to cracking chipping or peeling Se...
Page 3: ...o not operate the dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place Do not tamper with controls Do not abuse sit on or stand on the door or dish racks of the dishwasher To reduce the risk of injury do not allow children to play in or on the dishwasher When loading items to be washed 1 Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal and 2 Load sharp knives with the...
Page 4: ...cluded O Top rack pg 7 Upper spray arm _ Utensil basket pg 8 _ Bottom rack pg 9 Lower spray arm _ Water inlet opening in tub wall Rack bumper _1 Heating element NO FLIP Clip s pg 8 _ Fold down tines pg 8 l_ ULTRAFLOW water feed tube Silverware basket pg 10 _ Model and serial number label on right side _ ULTRA WASH module pg 4 _ Overfill protector _ Detergent dispenser pg 11 Rinse agent dispenser p...
Page 5: ...ts and pans tableware and cutlery as the dishwasher sprays a mixture of hot water and detergent through two spray arms against their soiled surfaces 7 Food soil in the dishwasher is held in an accumulating chamber so it does not recirculate into the dishwasher 8 Water is pumped again through the ULTRA WASH pump to remove soil particles from the water and hold them in the accumulating chamber I_1 9...
Page 6: ...d with a cord having an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances WARNING Improper connection of the equip ment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in doubt whethe...
Page 7: ...d and bones from your dishes 2 Properly load the dishwasher I_1 Make sure nothing prevents the spray arms from spinning freely I _1 See page 9 3 Add detergent and check the rinse agent dispenser Add rinse agent if needed I _1 See pages 11 and 12 4 Push door firmly closed it The door latches automati cally Run hot water at the sink nearest your dishwasher until water is hot ll Turn off water See pa...
Page 8: ... like eggs rice pasta spinach and cooked cereals may be hard to remove if they are left to dry over a period of time Run a Quick Rinse cycle to keep dishes moist if you do not plan to wash them soon Load dishes so soiled surfaces face the rotating spray arms Load dishes so they are not stacked or overlapping if possible It is important for the water spray to reach all soiled surfaces for best wash...
Page 9: ... on the top rack to hold spatu las wooden spoons and similar items I_1 Fold down tines Fold the tines in the top rack all the way down to accommodate larger items I_1 NO FLIP clip s Use the NO FLIP clip s to hold small lightweight items in place during the cycle Ir_ 8 ...
Page 10: ...ates soup bowls etc between prongs and facing inward to the spray Overlap edges of plates for large loads Secure heavily soiled cookware face down in the rack Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation of the upper or lower spray arm The spray arms must move freely Fold down divider A fold down divider at the back of the rack can be lowered to make room for deep bowls roasters and ...
Page 11: ...ll basket 1 Hold the center basket with one hand and one of the small baskets with the other hand 2 Slide the small basket to release tabs from corresponding slots 3 Pull baskets apart Mix items in each section of the basket with some pointing up and some down to avoid nesting r_l spray cannot reach nested items IMPORTANT Always load sharp items knives skewers forks etc pointing down Quiet operati...
Page 12: ...sections for cycles with two washes Use only the covered section for cycles with one wash See the cycles chart for more details Cover Cover latch How much detergent to use The amount of detergent to use depends on the hard ness of your water and the type of detergent If you use too little dishes won t be clean If you use too much in soft water glassware will etch Find out your water s hardness by ...
Page 13: ... is designed to use a liquid rinse agent Do not use a solid or bar type rinse agent The rinse agent dispenser holds 6 ounces 175 mL Under normal conditions this lasts about 3 months You do not have to wait until the dispenser is empty before refilling but do not overfill it Water temperature tips Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing deter gent Hot water also dissolves grease on dishes...
Page 14: ...ergy Guide label is based on this cycle Select the Water Heat option to heat water to 135 F 57 C in the main wash WATER MISER I ATER MISER Heavy t t 70tt Light t 60_ 6 5 24 6 4 3 16 3 D D Use Covered Section For prerinsed and lightly soiled dishes Saves energy by using less hot water than Normal Wash cycle Select the Water Heat option to heat water to 135 F 57 C in the main wash t Water automatica...
Page 15: ... During heated dry the heating element cycles on and off during that portion of the cycle QUICK RINSE RINSE Heavy Light J 18 4 3 16 3 J 14 2 2 8 3 D No Detergent Needed For rinsing dishes that will be washed later t Water automatically heats to 135 F 57 C tt Cycle time includes dry time and may be longer depending on the temperature of water entering the dishwasher The cooler the water the longer ...
Page 16: ...y at certain times of day What does it do When you select Water Heat main wash delays until water heats to 135 F 57 C As water heats washing action continues Water Heating status indicator glows and electronic time display pauses until water reaches proper temperature Turns off heating element in 30 minute dry period Delay beginning of your selected cycle and options in one hour increments up to n...
Page 17: ...will flash and turn off if you try to set cycles or options when controls are locked Control Lock status indicator will flash so you know cycles or options cannot be selected until controls are unlocked Caring for Your Dishwasher Your new dishwasher is designed to give you many years of dependable service There are a few things you can do to maintain your dishwasher properly This section tells you...
Page 18: ... drain water into pan 6 Reconnect both water inlet and water outlet to the water supply valve 7 Empty the pan and reposition it under the water pump 8 Remove the clamp and disconnect the drain hose from the water pump drain water into pan 9 Reconnect drain hose to the water pump being sure to position the clamp over the connection 10 Replace the lower access panel Reconnecting your dishwasher 1 Re...
Page 19: ...will discolor Glass Yes Milk glass will yellow with repeated dishwasher washing Hollow Handle Knives No Handles of some knives are attached to the blade with adhesives which may loosen if washed in the dishwasher Pewter No High water temperatures and detergent may discolor or pit finish Disposable Plastics No Cannot withstand high water temperatures and detergents Plastics Yes Always check manufac...
Page 20: ...in covered section Detergent has lumps Replace with dry lump free detergent of dispenser Bottom rack in backwards Refer to the Parts and Features section page 3 and reinstall rack if necessary White residue Too much detergent Refer to the Using the detergent dispenser section appears on front was used page 11 of access panel Brand of detergent Try a different brand to reduce foaming and eliminate ...
Page 21: ...water heater up to ensure water entering dishwasher is 120 F 49 C minimum Refer to the Water temperature tips section page 12 Use recommended dishwasher detergents only Refer to the Using the detergent dispenser section page 11 Heavy soil and or hard water generally require extra detergent Detergent should be fresh Store in a cool dry place preferably in an airtight container Discard lumpy deterge...
Page 22: ...ing a mild abrasive cleanser Stains may gradually fade over time Regular use of heated drying may cause stains to fade slower Stains will not affect dishwasher performance Regular use of Quick Rinse cycle or No Heat Dry option will reduce the likelihood of staining Dishes do not dry completely Dishes are not dry Dishes do not drain properly Plastics Rinse agent dispenser is empty No Heat Dry optio...
Page 23: ...igned manufactured and tested for years of dependable operation Yet any modern appliance may requireservice from time to time The Sears Maintenance Agreement Is your way to buy tomorrow s serviceat today s prices Eliminatesrepair bills resultingfrom normal use Allows for as many service calls as required Providesfor service by professional Sears Trained Technicians Even if you don t need repairs t...
Page 24: ...hours a day 7 daysa week 1 800 488 1 222 Forinformation onpurchasing a Sears Maintenance Agreement orto inquire aboutanexistingAgreement Call9 am 5 pro Monday Saturday 1 800 827 6655 A The model number of your product is located on the serial plate beneath the top handle When requesting service or ordering parts always provide the following information Product Type Part Number Model Number Part De...
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