Kenmore 15828, 15821, 15825 manual Detergent dispenser, How much detergent to use, Where to Fill

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Your Part ° Cleaning

Operating your dishwasher properly enables you to obtain the best possible results, This section explains proper dishwasher operation,,

o Use automatic dishwashing detergent only, Other detergents are too mild and much too sudsy.

o Add detergent just before starting cycle.

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

Filling the

detergent dispenser

 

 

The detergent

dispenser has one section with a

Cover

Cover latch

cover and one withouL Push cover down firmly until it latches. Detergent in the open section fails into the dishwasher when closing the door The

covered section opens automatically for the main wash

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

How much detergent to use

o 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 wilt etch,

o Different brands of dishwasher detergent have different amounts of phosphorus for softening water. ]f you have hard water and use a detergent with a phosphorous content of less than 8.7%, you may need to use more detergent, or use a

detergent with a phosphorous content higher than 8_7%.

o Find out your water's hardness by asking your local water department or water softener company.

NOTE: Fill amounts shown are for standard pow- dered detergent, Amounts may vary if you use liquid or concentrated powdered detergent,. Follow manufacturer's directions when using liquid dishwasher detergent or concentrated powdered detergent.

Use only covered

Use both sections for

section for cycles

cycles with two washes

with one wash

 

WATER TYPE

WHERE TO FILL

Hard

Top of

8+ grains per gallon

3rd step

136+ parts per million

(3 tbs )

Medium

Top of

5-7 grains per gallon

2nd step

85-119 parts per million

(2 tbs.)

Soft

Top of

0-4 grains per gallon

I st step

0-68 parts per million

(1 tbs.)

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