Kenmore 13163 Dishwasher User Manual


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