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Dishwasher Dispenser & Detergents

FILLING THE DETERGENT

DISPENSER

HOW  MUCH DETERGENT TO

USE

The use of industrial grade detergent can
damage parts of the dishwasher leading to
damage to the unit and surrounding property.
Use only household grade automatic
dishwasher detergents.

• Use only automatic dishwashing
     detergent. Other detergents will cause
     oversudsing.

• When using automatic dishwashing
     detergent tabs, place one tab in main
     wash cups and close.

• Add detergent just before starting cycle.

• Store detergent in a cool, dry location.
     Moist or caked detergent will not dissolve
     properly.

The detergent dispenser has one main wash and
one pre-wash cup.  The covered cups open
automatically to release detergent.

• Do not fill both washcups, unless you have

very hard water, see chart below*.

The amount of detergent to use depends on the
water hardness.  Water hardness is measured in
grains per gallon.  Using too little detergent can
result in poor cleaning and hard water filming or
spotting.  Using too much detergent in sof water
can cause a permanent film called etching.  Your
local water company, water softener company or
county extension agent can tell you the water
hardness in your area.

Note: If the cover is closed on the Main Wash
Cup, open by pressing the cover latch.

Cover

Main Wash Cup

Pre Wash Cup

Cover Latch

 Heavy Wash

or

Normal Wash

Detergent Usage Guide

Cycle

Soft Water

(0-3 grains)

Medium Hard Water

(4-8 grains)

Hard Water

(9-12 grains)

Very Hard Water*

(over 12 grains)

1.5 teaspoons

(each cup–

1/4 full)

4 teaspoons

(each cup–fill to line

above "Regular")

6 teaspoons

(each cup–

completely full)

Each Cup–

Completely Full

1.5 teaspoons

(Main Wash cup–

1/4 full)

4 teaspoons

(Main Wash cup–fill to

line above "Regular")

6 teaspoons

(Main Wash cup–

completely full)

Main Wash Cup–

Completely Full

Rinse Only

No Detergent

No Detergent

No Detergent

No Detergent

 Light Wash

or

Energy Saver

NOTE

Try adding more detergent at the beginning of
the main wash portion of the cycle.  As a rule,
use 1 teaspoon for each grain above 12.
Unlatch the door, open slowly and add
detergent to the bottom of the tub.  Close the
door to latch and the dishwasher will continue
through the cycle.

Summary of Contents for EIDW1805KS

Page 1: ...Use Care Guide 18 Built In Dishwasher 675000610595 2011 05 ...

Page 2: ...ture 9 Care Cleaning 10 Outside 10 Inside 10 Winterizing 10 Solutions to Common Problems 13 Dishes Not Clean 13 Dishes Not Drying 13 Spotting 13 Cloudy films and Streaking 13 Etched Film on Glassware 13 Chipped Dishes and Glasses 13 Crazing of Older China and Pottery 13 Coffee and Tea Stains 13 Gray Black Stains on Dishes 13 Reddish Brown Stains on Dishes Glasses and Interior 13 Plastic Items 13 D...

Page 3: ...the door or dish rack of the dishwasher Store dishwasher detergent and rinse agents out of the reach of children Do not wash plastic items unless marked dishwasher safe or the equivalent Check with manufacturer for recommendations if not marked Items that are not dishwasher safe may melt If the dishwasher drains into a food disposal make sure disposal is completely empty before running dishwasher ...

Page 4: ...he dishwasher fills with water to a level even with the heating element This water is constantly pumped through the rotating spray arm and sprayed on the dishes Soiled water is pumped out and replaced with clean water during a cycle The number of water fills depends upon the cycle being used ControlPanel DoorSpring Panel Toe KickPlate LevelingLegs Motor Lower Spray Arm LowerRack UpperSprayArm Uppe...

Page 5: ...e Chart Time approx Washes Rinses Water approx To Select Cycle Cycle HeavyWash SelectNORMALWASHand select desired OPTIONS 2 washes 4 rinses 95 min For regularly soilded dishes and silverware NormalWash gal imp gal liters 4 41 3 7 16 7 gal imp gal liters 3 5 2 9 13 4 DONOTUSEdetergent SelectRINSE Press ECO and select desiredOPTIONS 2 washes 85 min For Lightly soiled and pre rinsed dishes and silver...

Page 6: ...faults to heated dry when it is started with any cycle selected This drying uses a combination of the heated dry with rinse aid that achieves enhanced drying performance If you prefer to only have AIR DRY for dishes you will select AIR DRY and the uit will not energize the heating element This will reduce energy consumption but reduce drying performance Delay Start The DELAY START option allows yo...

Page 7: ...s facing inward Bowls casseroles and sauce pans Load upside down or at an angle facing inward Slightly tilting items will provide better drainage Pots and pans Place upside down and at an angle Do not allow handles to protrude through bottom of rack blocking wash arm rotation Load large items at the sides and not across the front so they do not block the detergent dispenser preventing it from open...

Page 8: ...otting Using too much detergent in sof water can cause a permanent film called etching Your local water company water softener company or county extension agent can tell you the water hardness in your area Note If the cover is closed on the Main Wash Cup open by pressing the cover latch Cover Main Wash Cup Pre Wash Cup Cover Latch Heavy Wash or Normal Wash Detergent Usage Guide Cycle Soft Water 0 ...

Page 9: ...pennies per cycle You may choose to select the AIR DRY option however you will have items in your dish load that will not be completely dry at the end of the cycle Water pressure should be between 20 and 120 pounds per square inch Low water pressure occurs most often during periods of high water consumption such as when laundry or showers are being done To determine if you have enough water pressu...

Page 10: ...e that the filter is fully seated please press down on the top of the main filter Using the dishwasher without a properly installed filter is not recommended as it will reduce the cleaning efficiency and may damagedishware Cleaning the Filter The spray arm may need to be cleaned to insure that there are no clogs to the spray arm jets and bearings due to hard water chemicals To remove spray arm sim...

Page 11: ... air gap is not part of your dishwasher and is not covered by this warranty WINTERIZING To Disconnect Service 1 Turn off electrical power to the dishwasher at the supply source by removing fuses or tripping circuit breaker 2 Shut off water supply 3 Place a pan under the inlet valve Disconnect water line from inlet valve and drain into pan 4 Disconnect drain line from pump and drain water into pan ...

Page 12: ... Plug power cord into grounded outlet Disconnecting the Portable Dishwasher 1 When cycle has finished unplug power cord and return it to compartment 2 Turn off hot water 3 Press red button on coupler to release water pressure 4 Press down on collar to release coupler 5 Empty remaining water from coupler and return it to compartment IMPORTANT A sink spray hose can burst due to constant water pressu...

Page 13: ...f heating element If water level is low have water pressure checked by a plumber Use less detergent and make sure water temperature is not higher than 150 F 66 C Underload to assure thorough rinsing Use the COOL DRY Option Chipped dishes and glasses can result from rough handling and improper loading Do not put glasses in direct contact with other items Place glasses securely against pins Crazing ...

Page 14: ...c food or a solution of 2 teaspoons 10 ml cream of tartar per quart 1 L of water for 1 2 hour Scour with soap filled steel wool pad rinse and dry Knife handles become loose when the cement is exposed to very hot water Test wash a single knife for several weeks Damaged knives should be professionally re cemented Noise problems It is normal to hear swishing and pulsating sounds These sounds mean tha...

Page 15: ... home 13 Surcharges including but not limited to any after hour weekend or holiday service calls tolls ferry trip charges or mileage expense for service calls to remote areas including the state of Alaska 14 Damages to the finish of appliance or home incurred during transportation or installation including but not limited to floors cabinets walls etc 15 Damages caused by services performed by unau...

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