Filling Detergent Dispenser; How Much Detergent To Use; And Detergents - Frigidaire PLD4460REC Use And Care Manual

Dishwasher Dispenser & Detergents
Filling the Detergent Dispenser
The detergent dispenser has one main wash
and one pre-wash cup. The covered cup opens
automatically to release detergent.
• Use only fresh automatic dishwashing
detergent. Other detergents will cause
over-sudsing.
• When using automatic dishwashing detergent
tabs, place one tab in main wash cup and
close.
• Add detergent just before starting cycle.
• Store detergent in a cool, dry location. Moist
or caked detergent will not dissolve properly.
Water
Hardness*
Soft (0-4 gpg)
Medium
(5-9 gpg)
Hard (10-12 gpg) All Levels
*Your local water utility or state university extension service can tell you the degree of water hardness in your area.
*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.
Soil Pre-Wash
Level Detergent
Light Soil 2 tsp
Normal Soil 4 tsp
Heavy Soil 4 tsp
Light Soil 4 tsp
Normal Soil 4 tsp
Heavy Soil 5 tsp
5 tsp
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How much Detergent to use

The amount of detergent to use depends on the
water hardness. Water hardness is measured in
grains per gallon (gpg). 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.
Note: If the cover is closed on the main wash
cup, open by pressing the cover latch.
Main
Detergent
6 tsp
6 tsp
7 tsp
6 tsp
6 tsp
7 tsp
8 tsp
cover
main wash cup
cover latch
pre-wash cup