Advertisement
Dishwashing
Essentials
eeoooeoeeoeoeooeooeeoomooeoonoooeoeoooo
HOT Water
To check the incoming water temperature, turn on the
For optimal cleaning and drying results, hot
hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher and let it run
water is necessary. The incoming water tempera-
into a glass in the sink. Place a candy thermometer in the
ture should be 120-140°F to properly activate the
detergent and melt greasy food soils,
glass and check the temperature once it has stopped ris-
ing. If the temperature is below 120°F (49°C), have a
If for any reason (such as laundering, showers, etc.) the
qualified person raise the water heater thermostat set-
incoming water temperature is below 120°F (49°C),
ting.
select the Temp Sense option to have the dishwasher
Before starting the dishwasher, turn on the hot water
thermostatically heat the water to proper temperature,
faucet and let it run until the water is hot.
ooeoooooooeooo4ooaooetooeooogeoeooooeeooleeoomooeeo*
Detergent
Use a detergent designed specifically for use in an auto-
parts from the damage that hard water deposits can
matic dishwasher. Be sure it is fresh and stored in a cool,
cause.
dry place (not under the sink).
r
I
Recommended
Amount
J
Never
use
laundry
detergent
or
hand
dishwash-
I
] ing detergent in your dishwasher as it will cause
The amount of detergent to use depends on the water
[ severe oversudsing and possible leaks.
hardness (measured in grains per gallon
gpg) and the
amount of soil on the dishes. Too little detergent results
in poor cleaning, hard water filming/spotting and poor
drying. Too much detergent can cause permanent etch-
ing/cloudiness.
As a rule, use 1 teaspoon of detergent per grain of water
hardness, using a minimum of 3 teaspoons in soft water
situations. Place the recommended amount of detergent
in both cups for Normal and longer cycles. Do not
divide the recommended amount between the cups.
The following chart includes specific recommendations.
Each line in the detergent cup represents 3 teaspoons.
Water Hardness*
Detergent Use
Detergent
Placement
Soft (0-3 gpg)
3 teaspoons
Add detergent just before starting the cycle.
Medium (4-9 gpg)
4-9 teaspoons
For Normal or Pots and Pans cycles place the recom-
Hard (10-12 gpg)
10-12 teaspoons
mended amount of detergent in both the PRE WASH
and MAIN WASH cups. Close the cover. The dishwash-
*Yourlocal water utiliO,or state university extension sen,ice
er automatically releases detergent.
can tell you the degree of water hardness in your area.
For water hardness of 13-14 gpg add more detergent (1
A Light/China cycle requires detergent in the MAIN
teaspoon for each gpg above 12) to the beginning of the
WASH cup only. Close the cover after adding detergent.
main wash portion of the cycle. Unlatch the door, open
The detergent will automatically be dispensed.
it slowly and add detergent to the bottom of the tub.
The Quick Wash/Rinse cycle needs detergent in the
After relatching the door, the dishwasher will continue
PRE WASH cup only. Close the cover after adding
through the cycle,
detergent. The detergent will automatically be dis-
If water hardness is 15 gpg or harder, it is difficult to
pensed.
achieve good results with any dishwasher. The solution
Do not use detergent with the Rinse & Hold cycle.
is a mechanical water softener to improve water quality,
Leave the detergent cup lid open when running Rinse &
detergent effectiveness, and to protect the dishwasher
Hold.
6
Advertisement
