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Dishwasher Use
Prepare and Load the Dishwasher
IMPORTANT:
Remove leftover food, bones, toothpicks, and
other hard items from the dishes. Remove labels from containers
before washing.
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Make sure that when the dishwasher door is closed, no items
are blocking the detergent dispenser.
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Items should be loaded with soiled surfaces facing down and
inward to the spray as shown in the graphics above. This will
improve cleaning and drying results.
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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 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
items are secured in the racks.
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Use suggested loading patterns, as shown, to better clean
your silverware.
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Use the slots in the covers to keep your silverware separated
for optimum wash.
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.
Premeasured Detergents
Many detergents now come in several forms (gel packs, tablets,
or powder packs).
We recommend that you use high quality tablets or packs for
convenience and improved performance. High 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. Also, by using
a rinse aid, you can minimize repeat buildup of white film. These
forms are suitable for all hardness and soil levels. Always place
detergents in the main compartment and slide lid to close.
Powders and Gels
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The amount of detergent to use depends on:
How much soil remains on the items
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Heavily soiled loads
require more detergent.
The hardness of the water
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If you use too little in hard water,
dishes won't be clean. If you use too much in soft water,
glassware can 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.
STEP 1
Upper rack
Lower rack
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Make sure nothing keeps spray arm(s) from
spinning freely. It is important for the water
spray to reach all soiled surfaces.
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When loading silverware, always place sharp
items pointing down and avoid “nesting.”
If your silverware does not fit into the
designated slots, flip the covers up and
mix silverware types to keep them separated.
PUSH
STEP 2
Hinged lid style
Sliding lid style
To close lid
To open lid
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.
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