Loading Silverware Basket

Load the silverware basket while it is in the rack or take the basket out for loading on a counter or table.

Mix items in each section of the basket with some pointing up and some down to avoid nesting. Spray cannot reach nested items.

IMPORTANT: Always load sharp items (knives, skewers, etc.) pointing down.

NOTES:

Do not load silver or silver-plated silverware with stainless steel. These metals can be damaged by contact with each other during washing.

Some foods (such as salt, vinegar, milk products, fruit juices, etc.) can pit or corrode silverware. Run a rinse cycle if you do not have a full load to wash immediately.

DISHWASHER USE

Detergent Use

The detergent cup, located on the inside of the dishwasher lid, empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close the lid.

Use automatic dishwashing detergent only. Other detergents can produce excessive suds that can overflow out of the dishwasher and reduce washing performance.

Add detergent just before starting a cycle.

Store tightly closed detergent in a cool, dry place. Using fresh, automatic dishwasher detergent results in better cleaning.

NOTE: Do not use detergent with a rinse cycle.

How much detergent to use

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 will etch.

Water hardness can change over a period of time. Find out your water’s hardness by asking your local water department, water softener company, or county extension agent.

You can order a water hardness test strip. In the U.S.A., call the Customer Interaction Center and ask for Part Number 4171690.

Different brands of dishwasher detergent have different amounts of phosphorus for softening water. If you have hard water and use a detergent with a phosphorous content of less than 8.7%, you might need to use more detergent, or use a detergent with a phosphorous content higher than 8.7%.

Water Hardness

Amount of Detergent

 

 

Soft to Medium

For normally-soiled loads

Hard Water

 

0 to 6 grains per

 

gallon

 

 

Add 2 tsp or 10 g

 

For heavily-soiled loads

 

Add 1 Tbsp or 15 g

 

 

Medium to Hard

For normally and

Water

heavily-soiled loads

7 to 12 grains per

 

gallon

 

 

Add 1 Tbsp or 15 g

 

 

Very Hard Water

For normally and

13 grains per gallon

heavily-soiled loads

 

and above

 

Add 1 Tbsp or 15 g

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

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KitchenAid KIDS01EK manual Dishwasher USE, Loading Silverware Basket, Detergent Use, How much detergent to use

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