Dacor 65537 manual Operating Your Dishwasher, Filling the Detergent Dispenser, Dispenser Lid

Operating Your Dishwasher

Filling the Detergent Dispenser

IMPORTANT:

•Do not use hand dishwashing detergents. They will create excessive foaming that interferes with proper operation.

•To make sure the detergent dissolves properly, fill the detergent dispenser just prior to starting your dishwasher. Detergent will harden if it sits too long.

•Store dry detergent in a cool dry place to prevent caking.

•Use a liquid rinse aid for best results (See page 15).

If the detergent dispenser lid is closed, press the release button to open it.

The detergent dispenser has 2 compartments: The smaller pre-wash compartment, and the main wash compartment.

The pre-wash compartment empties into the dishwasher when the door is closed. The main wash compartment releases detergent automatically during the main wash cycle.

Fill the pre-wash cup to the top.

See the table below for the amount of detergent to use in the main wash cup. The amount of detergent required depends on the hardness of the water in your area. Harder water requires more detergent. Water hardness is measured in grains per gallon (gpg). Do not use too little detergent for your water hardness. Doing so can cause poorly cleaned dishes, filming, or spotting. If you use too much detergent, you can cause a permanent film called etching. To find out the water hardness in your area, contact your water company.

Release Button

Main Wash Compartment

Pre-wash Compartment

Dispenser Lid

After loading both compartments, close the dispenser lid.
Detergent alone may not be enough for water hardness
	Water Hardness (gpg)	Amount of Detergent
above 12. For maximum cleanness you may need to use
a water softener. Or you may add additional detergent
	Soft (0-3)	3 tsp.
about 20 minutes after starting your dishwasher. As a
rule, add 1 teaspoon for each grain above 12:	Medium (4-9)	4 - 9 tsp.
1. Open the door. The dishwasher will stop operating.	Hard (10-12)	10 -12 tsp.

2.Wait a moment for the steam to clear.

3.Without touching any of the hot surfaces or racks, pour additional dishwashing detergent into the bottom of the dishwashing compartment.

4.Close the door. Push on the door handle to make sure that the door is completely shut. After a short pause, operation will resume.

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