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SEARS
Owner's
Manual
Model Nos.
14171
14172
14174
14175
Model and Serial
Number Plate
AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER
CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Operating Instructions
before first use of this product.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
165D3592P060
SR5559-1
5,12 CG
Printed in U.S.A.
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Warranty ................... Below Rinse Agent Dispenser .......... " Important Safety Instructions .. ..... 3 Proper Loading .............. 11, . User Maintenance Instructions ..... 13 Important Parts of Your Dishwasher . .4 Care and Cleaning .............. 13 What Your Dishwasher Needs . .,. .... 5 Air Gap ....................... 13 Special Tips ................ _..... 6 Color Panels ................... 14 OPerating Instructions. .......... 7-9 Problems and Solutions ....... 15-18 Detergent Di
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WARNING: Please follow these basic precautions, including the following: • To avoid risk of electrical shock, .rid all instructions before using your lishwasher. the dishwasher must be electrically grounded before it is operated. Only use detergents and rinse agents recommended for use in a dishwasher. • If you did not receive Installation Instructions with your dishwasher, you r Store detergents and rinse agents in a can get a copy by contacting your Sears cool dry place out of children's reach
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Appearance will vary according to the model number - Upper rack Wash tower Lower rack Lower spray arm Heating unit Right Side View Door latch Inner Door Control panel Door panel Rinse agent Detergent _: dispenser dispensers! I Bottom panel Front View
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aapariencia varia seg_n el m_merode modeio Canastilla superior de lavado inferior ._zoinferior rociador Unidad calefactora Vista Lateral Derecha Seguro de la puerta Puerta Interior I h_RiqRRl.l.n I . de - @ _anel de la )uerta / Dispensador Dispensadores del agente de detergente de enjuague )anel inferior Vista Frontal
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C0ndiciones del Agua Agua Caliente En las dreas donde el agua es muy dura (12 Para limpiar y secar los platos usted necesita agua caliente. Para ayudarle a usted a obtener granos o mds), pudiera hacerse necesaria la instalaci6n de un suavizador de agua para agua a una temperatura apropiada, su lavadora de platos calienta el agua asegurar el rendimiento apropiado de su autom&ticamente en el ciclo de lavado. Se lavadora de platos. Si usted no sabe el grado necesita agua a temperatura elevada para
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_earance may vary 11111111111 i CYCLES P/_S WASH mm n mmml STARTING YOUR DISHWASHER If you plan to use the LIGHT WASH • Load the dishwasher (see pages 11 or RINSE & HOLD cycle, push the and 12). NORMAL WASH button and turn the • Add detergent (see page 10). Dial to the desired cycle. Then latch • Close the door but do not latch it. the door to start the dishwasher. • If dishwasher drains into a food waste If you plan to use the PLATE WARMER disposer, operate disposer until it is option (which i
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LIGHT WASH For prerinsed or lightly soiled dishes and dishes that have been stored. " Cycle Time: Approx. 86 minutes Water Usage: Approx. 6.6 gallohs_ RINSE & HOLD For rinsing dishes that will be washed later. DO NOT use detergent. Select COOL DRY no-heat drying option. . . o Cycle Time: Approx. 12 minutes Water Usage: Approx. 3.9 gallons SELECT OPTIONS HOT DRY Option | 1-.--8| I I_a Turns drying heating unit on for ml _la L'--'--"J fast drying. I;O01LIOI_ m COOL DRY Option Turns heating unit of
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HOW TO ADD A DISH DURING 1ORMAL SIGHTS AND A CYCLE '_UNDS .,u'll see water vapor coming through • Add dishes any time during RINSE & the vents by the door latch during drying HOLD cycle. and when water is being pumped out. • With other wash cycles, you can add • You'll hear occasional sounds while your dishes at any time BEFORE the dishwasher is running: detergent cup has opened. • Soft food disposer shredding action. Here's how to add a forgotten dish: • Drain valve opening to pump water 1. Pus
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You'll find two detergent dispensers on Always close the main cup tightly. Whe . the inside door of your dishwasher. is firmly latched you will hear a clicking sound. It is not necessary to overUghten. Open cup and close tightly Grasp handle,_._rotate Close the main cup. NOTE: To open the detergent dispenser Do not add detergent until you are ready after it has been closed, unlatch the door to start the cycle. Use fresh detergent. and rotate the Dial a full turn to the OFF The dispenser will aut
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_JPPER RACK (appearance willvary) upper rackis bestfor glasses, cups ,...J saucers.Cupsand glassesfit best alongthe sides.This is also the placefor dishwashersafe plastics.Make suresmall plasticitemsare lodgedin tightlyso they can'tfall ontothe heatingunit.Arrange stemware so that it cannotmoveeasily. Don't let the glassestouch each other. The upper rack is handy for all kindsof oddshapes.Saucepans,mixingbowls and otheritemsshouldbe placedface -',,n. When loadingdishwasher-safe tics makesureeach
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LOWER RACK (appearance will vary) NOTE: Do not load large platters or trays Put flatware in the removable basket v in front right corner of lower rack. They fork and knife handles up to protect yo--. may prevent detergent from circulating hands. Place spoons in the basket with in the wash cycle. handles down. Mix knives, forks and spoons so they don't nest together. The lower rack is best used for plates, Distribute evenly. saucers, and cookware. Large items such as broiler pans and racks should
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CARE OF SURFACES PROTECTION AGAINST FREEZING 'ean control panel with lightly If dishwasher is left in an unheated place ,ampened cloth. Dry thoroughly. during the winter: .DO NOT use abrasives or sharp • Shut off water and electrical power. objects--they cou!d damage the control panel. • Remove access panel. • Clean outside cabinet finish with a good • Disconnect Water lines from valve. Drain appliance p_lish wax. DO NOT use into a flat pan. scouring pads, harsh or gritty cleaners. • Drain colle
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OPTIONALACCESSORIES You can change the door and lower access panel appearance of your dishwasher by ordering one of these optional accessories: • Color Panels • 114" Wood Panel Trim Kit These accessories are available from: Dri-View Manufacturing 4706 AIImond Avenue Louisville, KY 40209 Specify accessory number when ordering. DESCRIPTIONS OF OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Color Panels-- Replacement door and loweraccess panels are available inthe following colors: GPF400A (Almond) GPF400B (Black) GPF400W (
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_'qOBLEM CAUSED BY SOLUTION .,hwasher • Dishwasher not •Check house fuse or circuit breaker. will not start receiving electricity • Dial not in correct • Make sure Dial is turned far enough and position for cycle cycle button is fully pushed in. selected •Turning the Dial •TurnDial to START.Be careful you do not too far turnthe Dial any farther than necessary. There is a delay betweenstart-upand water fill so you willnot hearany wash action rightaway. Dishwasher will • See the solution above. •T
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PROBLEM CAUSED BY SOLUTION , :_ • Raise water heater thermostat to 140°F if :: Dishes not dry ,Water is not hot necessary. • COOL DRY option • Do not select COOL DRY drying option. Allow selected dishes to dry in heated air. ,Improper loading • Load dishes so items drain properly. Avoid • overloading. • Rinse agent- • Fill rinse agent dispenser if empty. dispenser empty • Hard water Spotting and • Fill detergent cups to capacity. Use dishwasher filming detergent with highest available phosphorou
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ROBLEM CAUSED BY SOLUTION • Too much • Reduce amount of dishwasher detergent Etching-- )ermanent detergent Use detergent with lowerphosphorouscontent in soft water filming which cannot be removed • Improper loading • Make sure dishes and glassware are loaded properly to permit water spray to rinse all surfaces, Do not overload. Water left • Normal amount of • It is normal for a small amount of clean water in bottom water to remain in bottom of tub after each cycle. of tub • Clean the drain air g
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PROBLEM CAUSED BY SOLUTION . Motorhums • Dishwasher has • If you do not use your dishwasher often, not been used on set it to fill and pump out once every week. a regular basis u • This will help keep the seal moist and the garbage disposer clear. • This _,ill discolor the tub interior with extended Staining of • Some detergents tub interior contain colorant use. Check the detergent dispenser for signs of any discoloration. If dispenser is discolored, (pigment or dyes) change to detergent withou
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