How do I reset the control panel on my Kenmore dishwasher?

Perform a Hard Reset Just unplug your dishwasher from the electric outlet panel, wait for minimum 30 seconds and plug it back to reset your Kenmore. It is called hard reset. This type of reset compels your dishwasher’s control board to shut down all settings and makes your machine ready for the next cycle.

Why won’t my Kenmore Ultra Wash dishwasher start?

Common solutions for: Kenmore Dishwasher won’t start. The door switch prevents the dishwasher from running while the door is open. If the door switch is defective, the switch will prevent the dishwasher from running even when the door is closed. If the thermal fuse blows, it will prevent the dishwasher from starting.

Why is my Kenmore dishwasher locked?

When the lock light is blinking it is caused by a stuck key on the control pad. A Kenmore dishwasher control panel with a stuck key can be fixed by turning off the control lock or resetting the control panel.

How do I turn off the control lock on my dishwasher?

To turn off Control Lock, press and hold the Options key that says “Control Lock Hold 3 Sec” under it for 3 seconds. If the dishwasher has a dedicated Control Lock button in the Options selections, press and hold CONTROL LOCK for 3 seconds.

How long is the smart wash cycle on a Kenmore dishwasher?

1-Hour

Why is my Kenmore dishwasher not filling with water?

Common solutions for: Kenmore Dishwasher won’t fill If the water valve is clogged or defective, water will not flow into the dishwasher. Water inlet valves are not repairable—if the valve is defective, you must replace it. If the float switch is defective or stuck, it might not stop the dishwasher from overflowing.

What is smart wash on my Kenmore dishwasher?

Here are a few of the features you can find: SmartWash HE Cycle from Kenmore automatically adjusts the water and energy use to the size of the load and the amount of cleaning needed. Less water and less energy for smaller loads means more savings for you. And rest assured, it uses clean water for the final rinse.

What is smart wash on my dishwasher?

An UltraWash HE Filter removes soils out of the water during each cycle for more effective cleaning power. SmartWash cycles use less water and energy during a wash cycle without sacrificing cleaning power.

How much water does a Kenmore dishwasher use?

So, how much water does a dishwasher use? On average, standard-size dishwashers use 4.2 gallons of water per cycle, and compact dishwashers use 3.5 gallons per cycle….Dishwasher Water Usage by Brand.

Dishwasher Brand	Water Usage (gallons/cycle)
Kenmore	3.19