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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
in the main
wash.
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.
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.
Cover
Pre Wash Cup
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Detergent
Usage
Guide
Cycle
Soft
Water
Medium
Herd
Water
Hard
Water
Very
Hard
Water*
{0-3 grains)
(4-8 grains)
(9-12 grains)
(over 12 grains)
Normal Wash
2 teaspoons
5 teaspoons
8 teaspoons
Each Cup-
(each cup-
(each cup-fill to line
(each cup-
Completely
Full
1/4 full)
above "Regular')
completely full)
(water softener
recommended)
Light Wash
2 teaspoons
5 teaspoons
8 teaspoons
Main Wash Cup-
(Main Wash cup-
(Main Wash cup-fill to
(Main Wash cup-
Completely
Full
1/4 full)
line above "Regular")
completely
full)
(water softener
recommended)
*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.
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