DETERGENT DISPENSER
Dishwasher detergent is necessary to remove food from dishes and help move it out of the dishwasher. Only
use detergents that are specifically made for dishwashers. Fill the detergent dispenser before the start of each
wash per the instructions provided in the Wash Cycle Table. Your dishwasher uses less detergent and rinse aid
then conventional dishwashers. Generally, only one tablespoon of detergent is needed for a normal wash load,
though more heavily soiled items may need more detergent. ALWAYS add the detergent just before starting the
dishwasher to avoid it getting wet as that may prevent it from dissolving properly.
DETERGENTS
If powdered detergents that do not contain phosphate are used with hard water, white spots may appear on
dishes. If this occurs, add more detergent to dishwasher for better results. Detergents that do not have chlorine
may not completely remove food and spots from dishes. If this occurs, choose a wash program with a higher
temperature.
Based on their chemical composition, dishwasher detergents can be split in two basic types:
Conventional, alkaline detergents with caustic ingredients
Concentrated, low alkaline detergents with natural enzymes
Using concentrated detergents reduces pollution, is easier on your dishes, and the normal wash programs are
designed to maximize the dirt-dissolving properties of the enzymes, allowing a normal wash program with
concentrated detergent to give the same results normally achieved using a heavy wash program.
DETERGENT TABLETS
Different brands of detergent tablets dissolve at different rates. For this reason, some tablets may not fully
dissolve and therefore may not fully clean the dishes. When using tablets, be sure to use a longer wash program
to ensure that the tablet dissolves and that all residual detergents are rinsed out of the dishwasher.
Detergent tablets should only be used in models with 3-in-1 function.
NOTE:
FILLING DETERGENT DISPENSER
If the door to the dispenser is closed, push the release latch and it will spring open. Fill the dispenser to required
level based on washing cycle.
Pre-Wash Chamber
Fill the detergent dispenser with detergent. The smaller compartment on the left side(Figure 8, a) is for 0.50oz (15g)
of detergent, and the larger compartment on the right side(Figure 8, b) holds 0.88oz (25g). Be sure to observe the
manufacturers use and storage recommendations as stated on the detergent packaging. Close the lid and press until
it locks in place. If the dishes are heavily soiled, put additional detergent in the pre-wash detergent chamber.
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Figure 8
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b