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DISHWASHER USE
Detergent Dispenser
The detergent dispenser has 2 sections. The Pre-Wash section
empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close the door.
The larger Main Wash section automatically empties detergent
into the dishwasher during the main wash. (See “Cycle Selection
Charts.”)
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Use automatic dishwashing detergent only. Other detergents
can produce excessive suds that can overflow out of the
dishwasher and reduce washing performance.
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Add detergent just before starting a cycle.
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Store tightly closed detergent in a cool, dry place. Fresh
automatic dishwasher detergent results in better cleaning.
NOTE:
Do not use detergent if you have selected a rinse cycle.
Filling the dispenser
1.
If the dispenser cover is closed, open the cover by pushing
the cover latch.
2.
Fill the Main Wash section with detergent. See “How much
detergent to use.”
3.
Fill the Pre-Wash section if needed. (See “Cycle Selection
Charts.”)
4.
Close the dispenser cover.
The cover will open during the cycle to dispense the detergent.
How much detergent to use
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The amount of detergent to use depends on the hardness of
your water and the type of detergent. If you use too little,
dishes won’t be clean. If you use too much in soft water,
glassware will etch.
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Water hardness can change over a period of time. Find out
your water’s hardness by asking your local water department,
water softener company, or county extension agent.
NOTE:
Fill amounts shown are for standard powdered detergent.
Amounts may vary if you use liquid or concentrated powdered
detergent. Tablet detergents should be placed in the main wash
section of the detergent dispenser with the cover closed. Follow
instructions on the package when using liquid dishwasher
detergent, concentrated powdered detergent or tablet detergent.
IMPORTANT:
See “Cycle Selection Charts” for which detergent
dispenser sections to use with each cycle.
Rinse Aid Dispenser
Rinse aids keep 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
rinse aid.
Checking the dispenser
Check the center of the fill indicator cap. Clear means it needs
filling.
Or you can remove the fill indicator cap. If an “E” is visible, the
dispenser is empty.
Filling the dispenser
The rinse aid dispenser holds 6 oz (175 mL) of rinse aid. Under
normal conditions, this will last for about 3 months. You do not
have to wait until the dispenser is empty to refill it. Try to keep it
full, but be sure not to overfill it.
1.
Make sure the dishwasher door is completely open.
2.
Remove the fill indicator cap.
A. Cover
B. Main Wash section
C. Cover latch
D. Pre-Wash section
Where to fill
Top of 3rd step (9 tsp or 45 mL)
Top of 2nd step (6 tsp or 30 mL)
Top of 1st step (3 tsp or 15 mL)
A
B
C D
Soft to Medium Water (0-6 grains per U.S. gallon)
[typical water softener water and some city water]
Soil Level
Main Wash
Pre-Wash
Lightly soiled/Pre-
rinsed dish loads
3 tsp (15 mL)
[top of 1st step]
3 tsp (15 mL)
[top of 1st step]
Normally soiled
dish loads
6 tsp (30 mL)
[top of 2nd step]
6 tsp (30 mL)
[top of 2nd step]
Heavily soiled
dish loads
9 tsp (45 mL)
[top of 3rd step]
6 tsp (30 mL)
[top of 2nd step]
Medium to Hard Water (7-12 grains per U.S. gallon)
[well water and some city water]
Soil Level
Main Wash
Pre-Wash
All soil types
9 tsp (45 mL)
[top of 3rd step]
6 tsp (30 mL)
[top of 2nd step]
