Kenmore 16795, 15795, 15791, 15798, 16798 Your Part in Cleaning Dishes, Using Detergent Dispenser

Your Part in Cleaning Dishes

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

Using	the detergent		dispenser
• Use automatic dishwashing detergent only. Other
detergents are too mild and much too sudsy.
• 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	Cover latch

and one without. Push the cover down firmly until it latches. Detergent in the open section falls into the dish- washer when closing the door. The covered section opens automatically for the main wash. It is normal for the cover to open partially when dispensing detergent.

NOTE: Use both sections for cycles with two washes. Use only the covered section for cycles with one wash. See the cycles chart for more details.

How much detergent to use

,The amount of detergent to use depends on the hard- ness of your water and the type of detergent. If you use too little, dishes won'tbe clean. If you use too much in soft water, glassware will etch.

•Find out your water's hardness by asking the water softener department in your local Sears store or your local water department.

NOTE: Fill amounts shown are for standard powdered detergent. Amounts may vary if you use liquid or concen- trated powdered detergent. Follow instructions on the package when using liquid dishwasher detergent or concentrated powdered detergent.

Water Type		Where to fill standard
		powdered detergent
Hard		Top of
8+ grains per gallon		3rd step
136+ parts	per million	(3 tbs.)
Medium		Top of
5-7grains	per gallon	2nd step
85-119 parts per million		(2 tbs.)
Soft		Top of
0-4 grains per gallon		1st step
0-68 parts per million		(1 tbs.)

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