Kenmore 665.16834, 665.16837, 665.15839, 665.15832, 665.15834 Dishwasher USE, Detergent Dispenser

DISHWASHER USE

Different brands of dishwasher detergent have different

amounts of phosphorous for softening water. If you have hard water and use a detergent with a phosphorous content of

less than 8.7%, you might need to use more detergent, or use a detergent with a phosphorous content higher than 8.7%.

Detergent Dispenser

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

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1, Cover

2.Main wash section

3.Cover latch

4.Pre-wash section

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

•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 with a rinse cycle.

Filling the dispenser

1.	If the dispanser cover is closed, opan the cover by pushing
	the Cover latch,
2.	Fill the Main Wash section with detergent. See "How Much

Where to fill

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Water Hardness

Soft to Medium Hard Water

0 to 6 grains per gallon

Top of 3rd step (3 tbs or 45 g)

Top of 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g)

Top of 1st step (1 tb or 15 g)

Amount of Detergent

For normally soiled loads m

•Fill the Main Wash section to the top of the 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g)

•Fill the Pre-Wash section to the top of the 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g)

NOTE: Add only 1 tb or 15 g of

detergent to both sections if dishes

if neededi are pre-dnsed or the water is very

soft (0 to 2 grains per gallon).

For heavily soiled loads

Detergent to Use."

3. Close the Main Wash dispenser cover. Fill the Pre-Wash

section if needed.

It is normal for the cover to open partially when dispensing detergent.

NOTE: Use both sections for cycles with 2 washes. Use only the covered section for cycles with 1 wash. See the "Cycle Selection Chart" for more details.

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.

Medium to Hard Water

7 to 12 grains per gallon

•Fill the Main Wash section to the top of the 3rd step (3 tbs or 45 g)

•Fill the Pre-Wash section to the top of the 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g)

For normally soiled and heavily soiled loads

•Fill the Main Wash section to the top of the 3rd step (3 tbs or 45 g)

•Fill the Pre-Wash section to the

top of the 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g) if needed

• 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.

NOTE: Fill amounts shown are for standard powdered detergent. Amounts may vary if you use liquid or concentrated powdered detergent. Follow instructions on the package when using liquid dishwasher detergent or concentrated powdered detergent.

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