USING YOUR
DISHWASHER
The detergent dispenser has 2 sections. The
section empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close the door.
1. | 2. | 3. | 4. |
1.Cover
2.Main wash section
3.Cover latch
4.Pre-wash section
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%.
Where to fill
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) |
The Main Wash section automatically empties detergent into the dishwasher during the main wash. (See the "Cycle Selection CharL")
•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 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.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
Water Hardness
Soft to Medium Hard Water
0 to 6 grains per gallon
Medium to Hard Water
7 to 12 grains per gallon
Amount of Detergent
For normally soiled loads
•Fill the Main Wash section to the top of the 2nd step
(2 tbs or 30 g)
•Fill the
(2 tbs or 30 g) if needed
NOTE: Add only 1 tb or 15 g of detergent to both sections if dishes are
per gallon).
For heavily soiled loads
•Fill the Main Wash section to the top of the 3rd step
(3 tbs or 45 g)
•Fill the
(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
(2 tbs or 30 g) if needed
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.
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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