Dishwasher
Dispenser
& Detergents
Filling
the Detergent
Dispenser
The detergent
dispenser
has one covered
and one
uncovered
cup. Detergent
in the uncovered
cup
falls into the dishwasher
when the door is closed.
The covered
cup opens
automatically
to release
detergent.
•
Use only fresh automatic
dishwashing
detergent.
Other detergents
will cause
oversudsing.
•
When using automatic
dishwashing
detergent
tabs, place one tab in main wash cup and
close.
•
Add detergent
just before starting
cycle.
•
Store
detergent
in a coot, dry
location.
Moist
or caked detergent
will not dissolve
properly.
How
much
Detergent
to use
The amount
of detergent
to use depends
on the
water hardness.
Water hardness
is measured
in
grains per gallon.
Using too little detergent
can
result in poor cleaning
and hard water filming or
spotting.
Using too much detergent
in soft water
can cause a permanent
film called etching.
Your
local water company,
water softener
company
or
county
extension
agent can tell you the water
hardness
in your area.
Pre Wash
Cup
Cover
Latch
Main Wash Cup
\
Cover
\
Note: If the cover is closed on the Main Wash Cup,
open by pressing the cover latch.
Detergent
Usage
Guide
Cycle
Soft
Water
Medium
Hard
Water
Hard
Water
Very
Hard
Water*
(0.3 grains)
(4-8 grains)
(9-12
grains)
(over
12 grains)
Pots Pans
Heavy Wash
Normal
Wash
Water
Miser
2 teaspoons
(each cup-
1/4 full)
2 teaspoons
(Main Wash cup-
1/4 full)
5 teaspoons
(each cup-fill
to line
above
"Regular")
5 teaspoons
(Main Wash cup-fill
to
line above "Regular")
8 teaspoons
(each cup-
completely
full)
8 teaspoons
(Main Wash cup-
completely
full)
Each Cup-
Completely
Full
(water softener
recommended)
Main Wash
Cup-
Completely
Full
(water softener
recommended)
Rinse
Hold
No Detergent
No Detergent
No Detergent
No Detergent
(water softener
recommended)
*Note:
For very hard water, detergent
alone may not be enough.
A water softener
is recommended
to improve
water quality and dishwashing
performance.
Try adding more detergent
at the beginning
of the main wash portion
of the cycle. As a rule, use 1 teaspoon
for each grain above 12. Unlatch the door, open slowly and add detergent
to the bottom
of the tub. Close the door to latch and the dishwasher
wilt continue
through
the cycle.
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