Quiet Guard was Kenmore Elite’s branded sound-insulation package before the current lineup switched to labeling models by their exact dBA rating — functionally the same idea as today’s 42-54 dBA quiet packages, just marketed under a name instead of a number. A noise complaint on a Quiet Guard model is diagnosed the same way as on a current dBA-rated unit: pump, motor mount, and spray-arm clearance checked before assuming the insulation itself has failed.
Key Features
- 24" built-in design, Kenmore Elite tier
- Quiet Guard multi-layer sound-insulation package
- Electronic touchpad control
- Standard wash cycle options
Most Common Issues on This Model
01
Unusually loud operation despite the Quiet Guard insulation package
02
Dishes not fully dry at the end of a cycle
03
Water pooling at the bottom after a cycle