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Add Detergent

NOTE:

If you do not plan

to run a wash cycle soon,
run a rinse cycle. Do not
use detergent

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Use automatic
dishwasher detergent
only. Add powder,
liquid or tablet
detergent just before
starting a cycle.

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

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The amount of detergent to use depends on:

How much soil remains on the items - Heavily soiled loads
require more detergent.
The hardness of the water - If you use too little in hard water,
dishes won't be clean. If you use too much in soft water,
glassware will etch.

Soft to Medium Water (0-6 grains per U.S. gallon)
[typical water softener water and some city water]
Medium to Hard Water (7-12 grains per U.S. gallon)
[well water and some city water]

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Depending on your water hardness, fill the Main Wash section
of the dispenser as shown. Fill the Pre-Wash section to the
level shown, if needed.

NOTE:

Fill amounts shown

are for standard powdered
detergent. Follow
instructions on the package
when using other dishwasher
detergent.

Add Rinse Aid

Your dishwasher is designed to use rinse aid for good
drying performance. Without rinse aid your dishes and
dishwasher interior will have excessive moisture. The
heat dry option will not perform as well without rinse aid.

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Rinse aid keeps water from forming droplets that can
dry as spots or streaks. It also improves drying by
allowing water to drain off of the dishes after the final
rinse.

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Rinse aid helps to reduce excess moisture on the dish racks
and interior of your dishwasher.

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Check the rinse aid indicator. Add rinse aid when indicator
drops to “Refill” level.

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To add rinse aid, turn the dispenser
cap counterclockwise and lift off.
Pour rinse aid into the opening until
the indicator window looks full.
Replace the dispenser cap and turn
clockwise. Make sure cap is fully
locked.

NOTE:

For most water conditions,

the factory setting of 2 will give good
results. If you have hard water or
notice rings or spots, try a higher
setting. Turn the arrow adjuster
inside the dispenser by either using
your fingers or inserting a flat-blade
screwdriver into the center of the
arrow and turning.

Select a Cycle (cycles vary by model)

See “Cycle and Option Descriptions” charts in the following
section.

Heavier cycles and options affect cycle length. Some cycles and
options will take up to 3

¹⁄₂

hours to complete.

Select Options (options vary by model)

See “Cycle and Option Descriptions” charts in the following
section.

You can customize your cycles by pressing the options desired and
press Start/Resume.

Start or Resume a Cycle

NOTE:

For portable models, see the “Dishwasher Features”

section for instructions on how to connect the water and electrical
supply.

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Run hot water at the sink nearest your dishwasher until the
water is hot. Turn off water.

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Push door firmly closed. The door latches
automatically. Select the wash cycle and options
desired and press START/RESUME OR press START/
RESUME to repeat the same cycle and options as in
the previous wash cycle.

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You can add an item anytime before the main wash starts.
Open the door slowly and add the item. Close the door firmly.
Press the START/RESUME button, the cycle resumes
automatically at the point of interruption.

For fully integrated models (controls on top of console)

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Select the wash cycle and options desired.

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Press the START/RESUME button once and close the door.
After a brief pause, the cycle will begin. The door must be
closed within 3 seconds after pushing START/RESUME or the
lights will flash, and the dishwasher will not begin. Press the
START/RESUME button again and shut the door within
3 seconds.

You can add an item anytime before the main wash starts. Open
the door slowly and add the item. Press the START/RESUME then
close the door.

STEP 2

MAIN WASH

PRE-

WASH

Soft Water

Hard Water

Soft Water

Hard Water

A. Cover latch
B. Main Wash section

C. Pre-Wash section

Soft Water