Kenmore 630.1390 Dishwasher User Manual


 
Problem Cause Action
Odor 1.
Dishwasher not
filling with water
Water Leaks
Tub stains
Spots and
streaks on
glassware or
residue on the
dishes
Fascia panel
discolored or
marked
Noise during
wash cycle
Detergent
dispenser cover
will not shut
Food debris is present at the bottom of the dish-
washer.
2. Food particles are present near the door seal.
3. Residual water is present at the bottom of the
dishwasher.
4. Drain hose is obstructed.
1. Restriction in the water supply system.
2. Previous wash cycle was not completed.
3. Delay-start is active.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Suds
Door seal could be pulled away from track.
Condensation vent is blocked.
Improper installation.
1. Stains on the dishwasher interior are due to
hardness of water.
2. Silverware in contact with tub.
Incorrect rinse agent setting.
Abrasive cleaner used.
The dishes may not be arranged properly.
1. Improper operation of detergent cover.
2. Previous cycle has not been finished, reset, or
cycle was interrupted.
1. Remove the filters and clean according to the "Check/
Clean the Filter System" section of this manual.
2. Refer to "Clean the Door Gasket and Door Seal" in the
Care and Maintenance section of this manual .
3. Ensure the unit has completely drained from the last
cycle. Refer to the "Canceling or changing the cycle"
section of this manual.
4. Remove any obstructions from the drain hose by calling
qualified personnel.
Note: If odor still persists, run the Normal Wash cycle until
it flushes and interrupt the cycle and place an 8 oz. cup of
distilled white vinegar solution on the top rack and then finish
the cycle.
1. Ensure that the water supply valve (typically located under
kitchen sink) is open and check that the water supply line
has no kinks and clogs.
2. Refer to the "Canceling the cycle" section of this manual.
3. Cancel the delay-start or wait until delay-start time
completes (times out). Refer to the "Delay Start" section
of this manual.
1. Wrong type of detergent results in suds and leaks. Use
only dishwasher detergents. If suds still persist, then add
one tablespoon of vegetable oil at the bottom of the
dishwasher and run the desired cycle. Also wipe up
excess rinse agent to prevent sudsing.
2. Ensure that door seal is in the track.
3. Ensure that condensation vent is not blocked. Refer to
"Loading Extra Tall Items" in the Preparing and Loading
the Dishwasher section of this manual.
4. Have proper installation verified by qualified personnel
(water supply, drain system, leveling, plumbing).
1. Concentrated Lemon juice can reduce the build up of
hard water stains. Run a normal cycle until it flushes and
interrupt the cycle and then place an 8 oz. cup of the
concentrated lemon solution on the top rack and finish the
cycle. This can be done periodically to avoid build up.
2. Ensure that the silverware does not make contact with the
tub while running a cycle.
Depending on the hardness of water, adjust the rinse agent
dispenser. Refer to "Rinse Agent" section in this manual for
adjustment.
Use mild detergents with soft damp cloth.
Water circulation sound is normal, but if you suspect items are
banging into each other or into the spray arms, refer to the
"Preparing and Loading" section of this manual for optimal
arrangement.
1. Refer to "Detergent" section of this manual for instructions
on opening and closing the dispenser,
2. Refer to the "Canceling the cycle" section of this
manual.
Unable to select Previous cycle has not finished. Refer to the "Changing the cycle" section of this manual.
desired cycle
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