The detergent dispenser has two sections. The smaller Pre-Wash
section empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close
the door. The larger Main Wash section automatically empties
detergent into the dishwasher during the wash. (See the "Cycle
Selection Charts.")
A
Hard Water
Soft Water
B
MAIN WASH
A. Cover latch
B. Main Wash section
C. Pre-Wash section
Use automatic dishwashing detergent only. Other detergents
can produce excessive suds that can overflow out of the
dishwasher and reduce washing performance.
Add detergent just before starting cycle.
Store tightly closed detergent in a cool, dry place. Fresh
automatic dishwasher detergent results in better cleaning.
NOTE: Do not use detergent with a Quick Rinse cycle.
How much detergent to use
The amount of detergent to use depends on the soil level of
your dishes, hardness of your water, and the type of
detergent. If you use too little, dishes will not be clean. If you
use too much in soft water, glassware will etch.
Detergent Dispenser fill recommendations per dish load soil level and water hardness
Water Hardness
Main Wash
section
Soft
4 tsp (20 mL)
(0-2 grains per
Fill to Soft Water
U.S. gallon)
Medium
6 tsp (30 mL)
(2-6 grains per
Fill above the
U.S. gallon)
Soft Water line
Hard
8 tsp (40 mL)
(7 grains per U.S.
Fill to Hard Water
gallon and above)
NOTE: Fill amounts shown are for standard powdered detergent. Amounts may vary if you use liquid or concentrated powdered
detergent. Tablet detergents should be placed in the main wash section of the detergent dispenser with the cover closed. Follow
instructions on the package when using liquid dishwasher detergent, concentrated powdered detergent or tablet detergent.
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DISHWASHER USE
Detergent Dispenser
Hard Water
Soft Water
C
PRE-
WASH
Light Soil or Prerinsed
Pre-Wash
section
Empty
line
2 tsp (10 mL)
Fill to Soft Water
line
4 tsp (20 mL)
Fill to Hard Water
line
line
Filling the dispenser
1. If the dispenser cover is closed, open the cover by moving
the cover latch to the right.
2. Add the correct amount of detergent to the Main Wash
section of the dispenser according to the the chart below. If
you are using a tablet detergent, it must be placed in the Main
Wash section. (See "How much detergent to use.")
3. Add the correct amount of detergent to the Pre-Wash section
of the dispenser, if needed, according to the chart below.
4. Close the dispenser cover and secure by pressing on the
cover directly above the cover latch.
It is normal for the cover to open partially when dispensing
detergent.
NOTE: See the "Cycle Selection Charts" for which section to fill
depending on the cycle selected.
Water hardness can change over a period of time. Find out
your water's hardness by asking your Sears Sales Associate,
local water department, water softener company, or county
extension agent.
Normal Soil
Main Wash
Pre-Wash
section
section
6 tsp (30 mL)
2 tsp (10 mL)
Fill above the
Fill to Soft Water
Soft Water line
line
6 tsp (30 mL)
4 tsp (20 mL)
Fill above the
Fill to Hard Water
Soft Water line
line
9 tsp (45 mL)
7 tsp (35 mL)
Fill cup
Fill cup
completely
completely
Hard Water
Hard Water
Soft Water
Soft Water
PRE-
MAIN WASH
WASH
Heavy Soil
Main Wash
Pre-Wash
section
9 tsp (45 mL)
7 tsp (35 mL)
Fill cup
completely
completely
9 tsp (45 mL)
7 tsp (35 mL)
Fill cup
completely
completely
9 tsp (45 mL)
7 tsp (35 mL)
Fill cup
completely
completely
section
Fill cup
Fill cup
Fill cup
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