Using the detergent dispenser
What type of detergent to use
•Use automatic dishwasher detergent only.
NOTE: Never use soap,
•Follow manufacturer's instructions when
using powdered, liquid, or gel dishwasher detergents. Concentrated (Ultra) powdered detergents usually call for lower usage than do standard powdered detergents.
•Add detergent to the dispenser just before starting the dishwasher.
•Keep detergent container tightly closed in a cool, dry place, out of the reach of children. After opening, a box of detergent should stay fresh for about 1 month. Detergent exposed to moisture over a period of time might become caked and ineffective.
How much detergent to use
WATER HARDNESS
Soft to Medium Hard Water
Medium to Hard Water
AMOUNT OF DETERGENT
For normal loads:
•Partially fill the Main Wash section (2 tablespoons or 30 grams)
•Fill the Prewash section (2 tablespoons or 30 grams) NOTE: Add only 1 tablespoon or 15 grams of deter- gent to the Prewash section if dishes are prerinsed or water is very soft.
For heavily soiled loads:
•Fill the Main Wash section (3 tablespoons or 45 grams)
•Fill the Prewash section (2 tablespoons or 30 grams)
•Fill the Main Wash section (3 tablespoons or 45 grams)
•Fill the Prewash section (2 tablespoons or 30 grams)
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 may need to use more detergent, or use a de.tergent with a phosphorouscontent higher than 8.7%.
•Excessive amounts of detergent combined with soft water may cause etching of glassware.
NOTE: Water hardness may change over a period of time. Contact your local water utility or area water softening company to determine your water hardness, or order water hardness
test strip part number
