Kenmore 15113 Review

Kenmore
15113
Dishwasher
Place Settings: 10
Width: 24" Built-in
MSRP: $459

Sanitize

Cycles

8

& Options

Energy

285

kWh Per Yr

Water

753

Gal Per Yr

Sound

57

dBA

Cost

$459

MSRP

Ratings Guide

Best

Better

Good

Fair

Poor

Dishwasher Pros and Cons Summary
Cleaning	BETTER - Includes a high temperature sanitizing rinse that helps remove food deposits and most bacteria. High temperature water coupled with the right detergent is one of the keys to getting your plates, dishes, and silverware clean and disinfected.	✔
Cycles	GOOD - Cycles and options are about average for a newly manufactured dishwasher. The more cycles and options you have to choose from, the better the chance of getting your family's particular dishes clean, and making your life a little more convenient.
Energy	GOOD - Energy Guide estimated annual electricity use is about average for a new dishwasher and is rated GOOD for power conservation. This Kenmore dishwasher is projected to use 285 kWh of electricity per year based on usage of 4-5 times per week.
Water	GOOD - Water consumption is about average for a new dishwasher and is rated GOOD for water efficiency. Energy Star estimates this dishwasher will use 3.5 gallons of water for each wash cycle, or about 753 gallons annually based on 215 cycles per year.
Sound	FAIR - Louder than average. Operating sound levels of 57 dBA are 7.1 dBA higher than the average new dishwasher. Ranks in the lower 15% of louder dishwashers for FAIR noise suppression. A 10 dBA increase in sound is like being 50% closer to the dishwasher.
Cost	BEST - Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price of $459 is 45% lower than average. Rated in the top 15% of new lower-cost dishwashers for BEST affordability. The Kenmore 15113 is priced about $365 less than the average new dishwasher.	✔

Kenmore 15113

Performance Ratings
Spray Jets	No Spray Jets - High pressure water spray jets are not available with the Kenmore 15113. Spray jets are available on about 40% of new dishwashers and are effective on loosening baked-on food or grease from silverware, pans, and dishes.
High Temp	High-Temp Wash Option - Includes the option to select a high-temperature wash cycle. Really hot water combined with the right detergent and softened water can help loosen dried-on, baked-on food deposits and produce clean dishes.	✔
Steam	No Steam Option - Like most new dishwashers, this Kenmore model does not have the capability to generate steam. High-temperature water vapor can be an effective means of loosening tough food deposits from silverware and dishes.
Wash Levels	5 Wash Levels - Water is delivered from three spray arms in the bottom, middle, and top of the dishwasher. Allows streams of water to saturate dishes from many different angles and directions. More wash levels promotes more thorough cleaning.	✔
Sensor Washing	No Sensor Washing - Not fitted with soil, load, or temperature sensors. The Kenmore 15113 has a higher potential for the water to be at an inapropriate temperature or to be wasted on unnecessary rinse cycles. Only 15% of new dishwashers lack sensors.
Sanitize	Sanitize Capability - Certified by the National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) to achieve a minimum 99.999% or 5-log reduction of bacteria using ANSI 184 standards. Final rinse temperatures reach at least 150 deg F to sanitize cookware.	✔
Food Disposer	No Food Disposer - Does not include an integrated food disposer that can help remove food fragments and keep the wash water clean and free of debris. About one-third of new dishwashers are equipped with a hard or soft food disposer.
Water Softener	No Water Softener - Does not have a built-in water softener that can condition the water and remove minerals and impurities. Most homes with hard water have a whole-house softener so integrated models are only available on a few dishwashers.

Convenience Ratings
No. of Racks	2 Racks - The Kenmore 15113 has a standard 2-rack design with both upper and lower loading racks. Only about 20% of new dishwashers have an additional 3rd rack design that can be used for cups and smaller items such as flatware or utensils.
Spray Arms	Spray Arms - Uses a superior rotating spray arm design instead of a central tower located in the middle of the bottom rack. Spray arms deliver water to more interior areas and angles. Doesn't waste rack space or limit loading flexibility.	✔
Adjustable Racks	Non-Adjustable - The loading racks are not adjustable and cannot move up or down to accommodate large pots and pans. Non-adjustable racks are found on about 30% of new dishwashers and offer less flexibility, especially after special occasions.
Removable Racks	Not Removable - None of the loading racks can be completely removed from the dishwasher. Removable racks are only found on about 30% of new dishwashers and provide flexibility for special occasions when you need to wash extra large cookware.
Place Settings	10 Settings - Number of place settings is 3 lower than average. Ranks in the lower 5% of new dishwashers for FAIR loading capacity. Smaller loading capacities of 6-8 settings are likely fine for singles, and 8-11 settings for couples. Families need larger capacities.
Fold-Down Tines	Non-Folding Tines - Rack divider tines cannot be folded down and remain in a stationary vertical position. Non-folding tines sometimes limit your ability to add horizontal space for items that won't fit in-between or above the tines.
Concealed Element	No Concealed Element - Like most new dishwashers available today, this Kenmore model does not have a heating element that is concealed or recessed to help prevent accidental contact and melting of dishes or utensils in the lower rack.
Controls	All-Digital Controls - Touch-pad control console is all-digital and always visible at the top front-side of the dishwasher. Not as stylish as fully-integrated (hidden) consoles, but sometimes more convenient to use without opening the door.	✔
Display	No Digital Display - The Kenmore 15113 does not include a LED digital display in the control console that shows cycle time remaining or other information. Can be helpful to monitor wash status, but most new dishwashers do not have a digital display.

Efficiency Ratings
Energy Star	Energy Star - The Kenmore 15113 is Energy Star qualified according to the latest criteria. About 90% of new dishwashers are Energy Star rated so it's important to look at the energy and water ratings to differentiate between them.	✔
Energy Rating	285 kWh - Energy Guide estimated annual electricity use is about average for a new dishwasher and is rated GOOD for power conservation. This Kenmore dishwasher is projected to use 285 kWh of electricity per year based on usage of 4-5 times per week.
Water Rating	753 Gal - Water consumption is about average for a new dishwasher and is rated GOOD for water efficiency. Energy Star estimates this dishwasher will use 3.5 gallons of water for each wash cycle, or about 753 gallons annually based on 215 cycles per year.
Energy Save Quick Wash	No Energy-Save / Quick-Wash Cycle - The Kenmore 15113 has no option to select a quick or eco-friendly cycle when your dishes have minimal food deposits. Energy saver or quick-wash is available on about 80% of new dishwashers.
Half Load	No Half-Load Option - No option to save water and energy by washing just a half-load in either the upper or lower racks. You can still be eco-friendly and save money by at least waiting for a full, complete load before running a wash cycle.
Delay Start	No Delay Start - One of the few dishwashers without a delay start option. Cannot be programmed to start while the family is away, or to automatically run during off-peak energy hours when electric utility rates are often significantly lower.
CEE Tier 1	CEE Tier 1 - Qualified CEE Tier 1 by the Consortium for Energy Efficiency. This model meets or exceeds federal Energy Star criteria with a 0.76 Energy Factor. Tier 1 is currently the best and only CEE rating available for dishwashers.	✔

Kenmore 15113 Review

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