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Dishwasher Dispenser & Detergents
Filling the Detergent Dispenser
The detergent dispenser has one covered and
one uncovered cup. Detergent in the
uncovered cup falls into the dishwasher when
the door is closed. The covered cup opens
automatically to release detergent.
How much Detergent to use
The amount of detergent to use depends on
the water hardness. Water hardness is
measured in grains per gallon. Using too little
detergent can result in poor cleaning and hard
water filming or spotting. Using too much
detergent in soft water can cause a
permanent film called etching. Your local water
company, water softener company or county
extension agent can tell you the water
hardness in your area.
Cycle
Soft Water
Pots & Pans
2 teaspoons
Normal Wash
2 teaspoons
Light Wash
(Main Wash cup–
No Detergent
Rinse/Hold
*Note: For very hard water, detergent alone may not be enough. A water softener is recommended
to improve water quality and dishwashing performance. Try adding more detergent at the beginning
of the main wash portion of the cycle. As a rule, use 1 teaspoon for each grain above 12. Unlatch
the door, open slowly and add detergent to the bottom of the tub. Close the door to latch and the
dishwasher will continue through the cycle.
Detergent Usage Guide
Medium Hard Water
(0-3 grains)
(each cup–
(each cup–fill to line
1/4 full)
above "Regular")
(Main Wash cup–fill to
1/4 full)
line above "Regular")
No Detergent
•
Use only fresh automatic dishwashing
detergent. Other detergents will cause
oversudsing.
•
Add detergent just before starting cycle.
•
Store detergent in a cool, dry location.
Moist or caked detergent will not dissolve
properly.
Main Wash Cup
Cover
Note: If the cover is closed on the Main
Wash Cup, open by pressing the cover
latch.
(4-8 grains)
5 teaspoons
5 teaspoons
(Main Wash cup–
6
Pre Wash Cup
Cover Latch
Hard Water
Very Hard Water*
(9-12 grains)
8 teaspoons
Completely Full
(each cup–
completely full)
8 teaspoons
Main Wash Cup–
Completely Full
completely full)
No Detergent
(over 12 grains)
Each Cup–
(water softener
recommended)
(water softener
recommended)
No Detergent
(water softener
recommended)
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