6
Dishwasher Use
STEP 1
Prepare and Load the Dishwasher
IMPORTANT: Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks, and
other hard items from the dishes. Remove labels from containers
before washing.
Upper rack
Lower rack
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Check that nothing blocks the upper or lower spray arm.
Items in rack can block
the spray arms.
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Check that when the dishwasher door is closed, and no items
are blocking the detergent dispenser.
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Tough soiled items should be loaded with soiled surfaces
facing down and inward to the spray. This will improve
cleaning and drying results. Angle dirtiest dish surface
downward, allowing space for water to flow up through
rack and between dishes.
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Avoid overlapping items like bowls or plates that may
trap food.
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Place plastics, small plates, and glasses in the upper rack.
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Wash only plastic items marked “dishwasher safe.”
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To avoid thumping/clattering noises during operation,
load dishes so they do not touch one another. Make sure
lightweight load items are secured in the racks.
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When loading silverware, always place sharp items pointing
down. Mix items in each section of the basket with some
pointing up and some down to avoid nesting. Spray cannot
reach nested items.
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Use slots in the covers and suggested loading patterns
to keep your silverware separated for optimum wash.
STEP 2
Add Detergent
Premeasured Detergents
SLIDE
High-quality premeasured tablets
and packs are recommended for
improved performance.
Quality tablets and packs have
been proven better than powder,
liquid, or gel detergents at reducing
filming on dishes. Using tablets
and packs over time will start to
reduce or eliminate white film.
They are suitable for all hardness
and soil levels. Also, by using a
rinse aid, you can minimize repeat buildup of white film (not all
packs and tablets contain rinse aid). Always place premeasured
detergents in main compartment and slide lid closed.
NOTE: Follow instructions on the package when using other
dishwasher detergent types.
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Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Add 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.
To close lid
To open lid
SLIDE
SLIDE
Place selected detergent in
the dispenser. Place finger, as
shown, and slide lid closed.
Press firmly until it clicks.
Push OPEN, as shown,
and the lid will slide open.
Powders and Gels
Water
Hardness
Soil Level
Prewash
Compartment*
Main Wash
Compartment
Soft
(0-4 grains
per U.S.
gallon)
Light
None
“Soft” fill line
Normal
None
“Soft” fill line
Heavy
Full
“Soft” fill line
Medium
(5-9 grains
per U.S.
gallon)
Light
None
“Soft” fill line
Normal
Full
Full**
Heavy
Full
Full**
Hard
(10-14 grains
per U.S.
gallon)
Light
Full
Full**
Normal
Full
Full**
Heavy
Full
Full**
*The prewash compartment is on top of the sliding door of
the dispenser.
**A full main wash compartment contains 2 Tbsp (30 mL).
IMPORTANT: Extremely hard water mineral deposits (15 grains
per U.S. gallon or more) can cause damage to your dishwasher
and make it difficult to achieve good results. A water softener is
recommended to avoid damage and achieve good results.
NOTE: Follow instructions on the package when using other
dishwasher detergent types.
