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Automatic Dishwasher Detergent
Water Temperature
Hot water is needed to activate automatic dishwasher
detergent. Entering water temperature must be at
least 120
°
F. Enhance wash performance by increasing
water temperature to 130
°
F. or 140
°
F . However,
water temperature should not exceed 140
°
F. Check
water temperature with a candy or meat thermometer.
Turn on hot water faucet nearest dishwasher. Put
thermometer in a glass and let water run continuously
into glass until temperature stops rising.
If water temperature is below 120
°
F., adjust water
heater. If water is less than 120
°
F. and water heater
cannot be adjusted, select a longer cycle or water
temperature boost (some models) and fill both
dispensers at least half full with automatic dishwasher
detergent. If outside temperatures are unusually low,
or if water travels a long distance from water heater to
dishwasher, increase water heater temperature. If hot
water has not been used for several hours, water in
pipes may be cold. Turn on hot water faucet and allow
water to run until hot then start dishwasher. If a lot of
hot water was used recently, allow water heater time to
recover before operating dishwasher.
Automatic Dishwasher Detergent
WARNING
To avoid property damage, use only
automatic dishwasher detergents or
wetting agents recommended for use
in a dishwasher.
1.
Check phosphate content. Phosphates help
remove food deposits and prevent hard water
from forming spots or film on dishes. Automatic
dishwasher detergents with a higher phosphate
level usually clean better. If phosphate content
is low (8.7% or less), use more detergent.
2.
Keep automatic dishwasher detergent fresh and
dry. Do not store powder detergent under sink
because there is too much moisture. Do not put
powder detergent into dispenser until ready to
wash. If powder detergent gets old or lumpy,
throw detergent away.
WARNING
To avoid personal injury, keep automatic
dishwasher detergents and wetting agents
out of reach of children.
