Dishwasher Dispenser & Detergents
Filling the Detergent Dispenser

The detergent dispenser has one covered and one uncovered cup. Detergent in the uncovered cup falls into the dishwasher when the door is closed. The covered cup opens automatically to release detergent.

•Use only fresh automatic dishwashing detergent. Other detergents will cause oversudsing.

•Add detergent just before starting cycle.

•Store detergent in a cool, dry location. Moist or caked detergent will not dissolve properly.

How much Detergent to use

The amount of detergent to use depends on the water hardness. Water hardness is measured in grains per gallon. Using too little detergent can result in poor cleaning and hard water filming or spotting. Using too much detergent in soft water can cause a permanent film called etching. Your local water company, water softener company or county extension agent can tell you the water hardness in your area.

Cover Latch

Main Wash Cup

Cover

Pre Wash Cup

Note: If the cover is closed on the Main Wash Cup, open by pressing the cover latch.

Detergent Usage Guide

Cycle

Soft Water

Medium Hard Water

Hard Water

Very Hard Water*

 

(0-3 grains)

(4-8 grains)

(9-12 grains)

(over 12 grains)

 

 

 

 

 

Pots & Pans

2 teaspoons

5 teaspoons

8 teaspoons

Each Cup–

Normal Wash

(each cup–

(each cup–fill to line

(each cup–

Completely Full

1/4 full)

above "Regular")

completely full)

(water softener

 

 

 

 

 

recommended)

 

 

 

 

 

Light Wash

2 teaspoons

5 teaspoons

8 teaspoons

Main Wash Cup–

 

(Main Wash cup–

(Main Wash cup–fill to

(Main Wash cup–

Completely Full

 

1/4 full)

line above "Regular")

completely full)

(water softener

 

 

 

 

recommended)

 

 

 

 

 

Rinse/Hold

No Detergent

No Detergent

No Detergent

No Detergent

 

 

 

 

(water softener

 

 

 

 

recommended)

 

 

 

 

 

*Note: For very hard water, detergent alone may not be enough. A water softener is recommended to improve water quality and dishwashing performance. Try adding more detergent at the beginning of the main wash portion of the cycle. As a rule, use 1 teaspoon for each grain above 12. Unlatch the door, open slowly and add detergent to the bottom of the tub. Close the door to latch and the dishwasher will continue through the cycle.

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