Dishwasher Use; Detergent Dispenser - Whirlpool DU620 Use & Care Manual

Cutlery Basket (on some models)
Use the cutlery basket to hold long items. Always unload or
remove the cutlery basket before unloading the racks to avoid
spilling water onto the cutlery.
NOTE: Remove the basket and tip the contents onto a cutting
board to unload. This helps avoid accidents with sharp points
and edges.
To remove the cutlery basket
1. Grasp the basket on both sides and slide it toward the top of
the door.
2. Lift the basket off the holding buttons.
To replace the cutlery basket
1. Set the basket on the holding buttons.
2. Slide the basket toward the bottom of the door until it locks
into place.
Utensil caddy (on some models)
Use the Utensil Caddy to hold wooden spoons, spatulas, and
similar items.
The Utensil Caddy has three hooks. (See arrows.) For best wash
performance, hook the Utensil Caddy in the right rear corner of
the lower rack. You can also hook it in the left front corner.
NOTE: Spin the top spray arm. Be sure items in the Utensil
Caddy do not stop the rotation of the spray arm.
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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.
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1. Cover
2. Main Wash section
3. Cover latch
4. Pre-Wash section
The Main Wash section automatically empties detergent into the
dishwasher during the main wash. (See the "Cycle Selection
Charts.")
Use automatic dishwashing detergent only. Other detergents
can produce excessive suds that can overflow out of the
dishwasher and reduce washing performance.
Add detergent just before starting cycle.
Store tightly closed detergent in a cool, dry place. Fresh
automatic dishwasher detergent results in better cleaning.
NOTE: Do not use detergent with 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. Close the Main Wash dispenser cover. Fill the Pre-Wash
section if needed.
It is normal for the cover to open partially when dispensing
detergent.
NOTE: Use both sections for cycles with 2 washes. Use only the
covered section for cycles with 1 wash. See the "Cycle Selection
Charts" for more details.
How much detergent to use
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.
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.
Different brands of dishwasher detergent have different
amounts of phosphorus for softening water. If you have hard
water and use a detergent with a phosphorous content of
less than 8.7%, you might need to use more detergent, or use
a detergent with a phosphorous content higher than 8.7%.
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