KitchenAid KUDD03DT Series Technical Education page 32

• Fresh automatic dishwasher detergent results
in better cleaning. Store tightly closed deter-
gent container in a cool, dry place.
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A. Pre-Wash section
B. Main Wash section
C. Cover latch
• 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]
• 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.
Hard Water
Soft Water
Pre-Wash
B C
Hard Water
Soft Water
Main Wash
3-2
NOTE: Fill amounts shown are for standard
powdered detergent. Follow instructions on
the package when using otherdishwasher
detergent.
• Powdered detergent is recommended for use
in the drawer dishwasher.
• When using gel of powder packets/tablets,
it is recommendedthat the dispenser lid not
be closed to allow the detergents to dissolve
properly from the beginning of the cycle.
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.
• Rinse aid keeps water from forming droplets
that can dry as spots or streaks. They also
improve drying by allowing water to drain off
of the dishes after the final rinse.
• Rinse aid helps to reduce excess moisture
on the dish racks and interior of your dish-
washer.
• When the dispenser is low and needs to be
refilled, an indicator light on the control panel
will illuminate.
• To add rinse aid, turn the dispenser cap a
1/4 turn counter clockwise and remove. Pour
rinse aid into the opening until the liquid
reaches the FULL level marking. Replace
the dispenser cap and turn clockwise until
the cap is secure.
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turn to lock
NOTE: For most water conditions, the factory
setting of 2 will give good results.