Kenmore Dishwasher 575 D Manual

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DETERGENT AND RINSE AID
Detergent
IMPORTANT: Use only automatic dishwashing detergent. 
Hand dishwashing detergent will produce excessive suds and 
overflow out of the dishwasher.
Recommended Detergent Amount
Add recommended amount of detergent to each 
compartment as shown and close the detergent lid.
Powders and Gels
*Full pre-wash compartment contains 7 tsp (35 mL), and full 
main wash compartment contains 9 tsp (45 mL).
Premeasured Detergents
Many detergents now come in premeasured forms (gel...

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LOADING
Loading For Best Cleaning and Drying Performance
1. Angle dirtiest dish surfaces downward and allow 
space for water to flow up through each rack and 
between dishware.
Separating allows water flow.
2. For best silverware cleaning use the slots in the 
covers to keep items separated.
Separated
3. Use TURBOZONE™ (on some models) option with 
your dirtiest items facing toward the lower back.
Soil facing TURBOZONE™ spray jets
4. Angle concave surfaces such as the bottom of 
coffee cups to allow...

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To p  R a c k  L o a d i n g
Loading Recommendations
Place cups and glasses in the rows between tines. Placing them over the tines can lead to breakage and water spots. To 
avoid damage to your delicate items, be sure china, crystal, stemware and other similar items do not touch during 
dishwasher operation. 
Load lightweight and dishwasher-safe plastic items only in the top rack. 
10 place load 12 place load
Flexible Tines
The row of tines on the left-hand and right-hand sides of the 
top rack can be...

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Standard Adjuster
You can raise or lower the top rack to fit tall items in either 
the top or bottom rack. Adjusters are located on each side 
of the top rack. Raise the top rack to accommodate items up 
to 9" (22 cm) in the top rack and 13" (33 cm) in the bottom 
rack, or lower the top rack to accommodate items up to 11" 
(28 cm) in both the top and bottom racks.
1.To raise, remove rack and slide lower wheels into the 
rails as directed in “Removable Top Rack” section.
2.To lower, remove...

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Bottom Rack Loading
Loading Recommendations
The bottom rack is best suited for plates, pans, casserole dishes, and utensils. (See recommended loading patterns shown.)
Load small items in the bottom rack only if they are secured in place.
Load plates, soup bowls, etc., between tines.
Load bowls securely between the rows of tines. Ensure that there is space between dishes so that the spray will reach all 
surfaces.
Load heavily soiled items facing the spray.
NOTE: Ensure that detergent dispenser is not...

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Loading Tall Items
You can wash larger items such as pots, roasters, and cookie 
sheets in the bottom rack by removing the top rack. See 
“Top Rack Loading” section.
IMPORTANT: Do not block detergent dispenser.
Loading Silverware
Use suggested loading patterns, as shown, to better clean your silverware. 
Use the slots in the covers to keep your silverware separated for optimum wash. 
(See illustration, right.)
NOTE: If your silverware does not fit into the designated slots, flip the covers up and 
mix...

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DISHWASHER USE
Cycles and Options Information (on some models)
 *Adding options will add time to the cycle. See options information section.
**This is the approximate cycle time obtained with 120°F (49°C) hot water available at the dishwasher. Increase in time results
from low temperature of the incoming water.
CyclesSoil Level
Time* (mins.)
w/o OptionsWater 
Usage
 Gallons
(Liters)
Ty p i c a l * *Max
SmartWash®cycle
The most advanced and versatile cycle. This cycle senses the 
load size, soil...

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†The maximum additional water used for any combination of options is 2.6 gal. (10.0 L).
Dishwasher Control Section
OptionsCan be selected 
withWhat it does
Added time to cycleAdded 
Water†
Gallons
(Liters)TypicalMax
High Temp
Raises the main wash temperature to 
improve cleaning. When used with 
the Normal Wash cycle this will 
provide a little extra tough cleaning 
capability, but not as much as the Pots 
& Pans cycle.
SmartWash®
Pots & Pans
Normal Wash
Raises the main wash 
temperature from 105°F...

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Dishwasher Feedback Section
Canceling A Cycle
1.Open the door slightly to stop the cycle. Wait for the spraying action to stop before completely opening the door. 
2.Press CANCEL/DRAIN button once. The Cancel/Drain light will light up.
3.Close the door within 3 seconds. The dishwasher starts a drain cycle (if water remains in bottom of dishwasher). Let the 
dishwasher drain completely. The Cancel/Drain light turns off after 2 minutes.
Changing A Cycle After Dishwasher Is Started
You can interrupt a...

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WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS
If you have doubts about washing a particular item, check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe.
MaterialDishwasher Safe?Comments
AluminumYesHigh water temperature and detergents can affect finish of 
anodized aluminum.
Disposable AluminumNoDo not wash disposable aluminum pans in the dishwasher. These 
might shift during washing and transfer black marks to dishes and 
other items.
Bottles and CansNoWash bottles and cans by hand. Labels attached with glue can...