Whirlpool IRD4700 manual Dishwasher USE, DetergentDispenser, Filling the dispenser, Where to fill

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Mix items in each section of the basket with some pointing up and some down to avoid nesting. Spray cannot reach nested items.

IMPORTANT: Always load items (knives, skewers, etc.) pointing down.

NOTES:

Do not load silver or silver-plated silverware with stainless steel. These metals can be damaged by contact with each other during washing.

Some foods (such as salt, vinegar, milk products, fruit juices, etc.) can pit or corrode silverware. Run a rinse cycle if you do not have a full load to wash immediately.

DISHWASHER USE

DetergentDispenser

The detergent dispenser has 2 sections. The Pre-Wash section empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close the door.

A B C D

A.Cover

B.Main Wash section

C.Cover latch

D.Pre-Wash section

The larger Main Wash section automatically empties detergent into the dishwasher during the main wash. (See the “Cycle Selection Charts.”)

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 a cycle.

Store tightly closed detergent in a cool, dry place. Fresh automatic dishwasher detergent results in better cleaning.

NOTE: Do not use detergent if you have selected a rinse cycle.

Filling the dispenser

1.If the dispenser cover is closed, open the cover by pushing the cover latch.

2.Fill the Main Wash section with detergent. See “How much detergent to use.”

3.Fill the Pre-Wash section if needed. (See “Cycle Selection Charts.”)

4.Close the dispenser cover.

The cover will open during the cycle to dispense the detergent.

How much detergent to use

The amount of detergent to use depends on the hardness of your water and the type of detergent. If you use too little, dishes won’t be clean. If you use too much in soft water, glassware will etch.

Water hardness can change over a period of time. Find out your water’s hardness by asking your local water department, water softener company, or county extension agent.

Where to fill

Top of 3rd step (9 tsp or 45 mL)

Top of 2nd step (6 tsp or 30 mL)

Top of 1st step (3 tsp or 15 mL)

Soft to Medium Water (0-6 grains per U.S. gallon)

[typical water softener water and some city water]

Soil Level

Main Wash

Pre-Wash

 

 

 

Lightly soiled/Pre-

3 tsp (15 mL)

3 tsp (15 mL)

rinsed dish loads

[top of 1st step]

[top of 1st step]

 

 

 

Normally soiled

6 tsp (30 mL)

6 tsp (30 mL)

dish loads

[top of 2nd step]

[top of 2nd step]

 

 

 

Heavily soiled

9 tsp (45 mL)

6 tsp (30 mL)

dish loads

[top of 3rd step]

[top of 2nd step]

 

 

 

Medium to Hard Water (7-12 grains per U.S. gallon)

[well water and some city water]

Soil Level

Main Wash

Pre-Wash

 

 

 

All soil types

9 tsp (45 mL)

6 tsp (30 mL)

 

[top of 3rd step]

[top of 2nd step]

 

 

 

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.

IMPORTANT: See “Cycle Selection Charts” for which detergent dispenser sections to use with each cycle.

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