Fill the Dual
Detergent Dispenser
This dispenser has two sections (one covered) because some cycles include two washes. Use the following chart as a guide for the amount of detergent to use.
The Dual Detergent Dispenser is located in- side the dishwasher door.
Add detergent to cups as recommended below and swing cover closed on the ALL WASH CYCLES CUp.
WATER HARDNESS
Your local water department or area water softener company can tell you the hardness of your water.
CYCLES
Normal Cycle
Short Cycle
SOFT WATER
Use both the main and extra cups 1 tablespoon minimum.
Use main cup only 1 tablespoon minimum.
MEDIUM
Fill both the main
and extra cups 1/2 full
Fill the main cup only 1/2 full
HARD
Fill both the main and extra cups completely
Fill the main cup completely
Detergent brands have varying amounts of phos- phates. Phosphate is a water softening ingredi- ent in detergents which can help prevent hard water minerals from forming spots or films on dishes, glasses, etc. You may need to increase detergent when the phosphate content is low
(8.79’o or less) and the water is hard (10 grains
or more). Read the detergent package label di- rectly under the pouring spout, to find the phos- phate content.
IMPORTANT: Do not put detergent into the dispenser until you’re ready to wash dishes. Fresh, dry detergent is necessary for best wash- ing results. REMEMBER: Use only detergents designed for automatic dishwashers.
“Extremely Hard (15 grains and up). Water softener is recommended; detergent alone may not be enough. In extreme conditions, lime may build up over time in the water valve, causing it to stick open and possibly flood if a water softener is not used.
PHOSPHATE
CONTENT
7
