Whirlpool SUD5000 Dishwasher Efficiency Tips, Rinse Aid Dispenser, Where to fill, Water Hardness

Where to fill

Top of 3rd step (3 tbs or 45 g)

Top of 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g)

	Top of 1st step (1 tb or 15 g)
Water Hardness	Amount of Detergent

Filling the dispenser

The rinse aid dispenser holds 6 oz (175 mL) of rinse aid. Under normal conditions, this will last for about three months. You do not have to wait until the dispenser is empty to refill it. Try to keep it full, but be careful not to overfill it.

1.Make sure the dishwasher door is completely open.

2.Remove the Fill Indicator cap.

3.Add rinse aid. Fill to the smallest opening in the lower part of the dispenser. Overfilling can cause the rinse aid to leak out, and could cause oversudsing.

Soft to Medium Hard Water

0 to 6 grains per gallon

For normally soiled loads

■Fill the Main Wash section to the top of the 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g)

■Fill the Pre-Wash section to the top of the 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g) if needed

NOTE: Add only 1 tb or 15 g of detergent to both sections if dishes are pre-rinsed or the water is very soft (0 to 2 grains per gallon).

For heavily soiled loads

■Fill the Main Wash section to the top of the 3rd step (3 tbs or 45 g)

■Fill the Pre-Wash section to the top of the 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g)

4.Clean up any spilled rinse aid with a damp cloth.

5.Replace the Fill Indicator cap. Close tightly.

Dishwasher Efficiency Tips

Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing detergent. Hot water also dissolves grease on dishes and helps glasses dry spot-free. For best dishwashing results, water must be at least 120°F (49°C) as it enters the dishwasher. Loads may not wash as well if the water temperature is too low.

To check water temperature

1.Run hot water at the faucet closest to your dishwasher for at least 1 minute.

2.Place a candy or meat thermometer in a glass measuring cup.

Medium to Hard	For normally soiled and
Water	heavily soiled loads
7 to 12 grains per	■ Fill the Main Wash section to the
gallon	top of the 3rd step (3 tbs or 45 g)
	■ Fill the Pre-Wash section to the
	top of the 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g)
	if needed

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.

Rinse Aid Dispenser

Rinse aids prevent water from forming droplets that can dry as spots or streaks. They also improve drying by allowing water to drain off of the dishes during the final rinse by releasing a small amount of the rinse aid into the rinse water. Your dishwasher is designed to use a liquid rinse aid. Do not use a solid or bar-type.

Checking the dispenser

Check the center of the Fill Indicator cap. Clear means it needs filling.

OR

Or you can remove the Fill Indicator cap. If an “E” is visible, the dispenser is empty.

3.Check the temperature on the thermometer as the water is running into the cup.

4.If the water temperature at the faucet is below 120°F (49°C), have a qualified person raise the water heater’s thermostat setting.

■To save water, energy and time, do not rinse dishes before putting them into the dishwasher.

■Use a low energy, quick, or short cycle whenever possible. These cycles use less hot water and energy than the Normal Wash cycle.

■Use a delay feature (on some models) to run your dishwasher during off-peak hours. Local utilities recommend avoiding heavy usage of energy at certain times of day.

■During the summer, run your dishwasher at night. This reduces daytime heat buildup in the kitchen.

■Use the energy-saving dry option whenever possible. Allow longer drying times (overnight) when using these options. Use a rinse aid to improve drying.

■Use cycles or options that add extra heat to the wash or rinse portion of the cycle only when needed.

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