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 |
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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 |
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WATER TYPE | WHERE TO FILL |
Hard | Top of |
8+ grains per gallon | 3rd step |
136+ parts per million | (3 tbs ) |
Medium | Top of |
2nd step | |
(2 tbs.) | |
Soft | Top of |
I st step | |
(1 tbs.) |
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