Dishwasher Dispenser & Detergents - Kenmore 970D1549 Use & Care Manual

Dishwasher Dispenser & Detergents
CAUTION
The use of industrial grade detergent
can damage the heating coil and other
parts of the dishwasher leading to
damage to the unit and surrounding
property. Use only household grade
automatic dishwasher detergents.
Filing the Detergent Dispenser
The detergent dispenser has two detergent
cups. The smaller one is for addition to the
pre-wash and the larger is for release to the
main wash.
• Use only fresh automatic dishwashing
detergent. Other detergents may cause
oversudsing.
• When using automatic dishwashing
detergent tablets or packets, use only
one tablet or packet, place in the main
wash cup and close.
• Add detergent just before starting
cycle.
• Store detergent in a cool, dry location
and discard any that becomes moist or
caked.
Cycle
Heavy or Normal
Wash
Top Rack,
Quick Wash,
China Crystal
or Energy
Saver
Quick Rinse
As a rule, use 1 teaspoon for each grain above 12. For very hard water, detergent alone
may not be enough and then a water softener is recommended to improve water quality and
dishwashing performance. However, when - using automatic dishwashing detergent tablets or
packets simply place one in the main wash cup.
Detergent Usage Chart
Soft Water Medium Hard Water
(0-3 grains)
5 teaspoons
2 teaspoons
(each cup- fi ll
(each cup-
to line above
1/4 full)
"Regular")
2 teaspoons 5 teaspoons
(Main Wash (each cup- fi ll
cup- to line above
"Regular")
1/4 full)
No Detergent
If the cover is closed on the Main Wash Cup open
by pressing the Cover Latch.
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 fi lming or spotting. Using too much
detergent in soft water can cause etching
to some glassware which is surface damage
that appears like a fi lm but cannot be wiped
off . Your local water company, water softener
company or county extension agent can tell
you the water hardness in your area.
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Hard Water Very Hard Water
(9-12 grains) (Over 12 grains)
8 teaspoons Each Cup-
Completely Full
(each cup-
(water softener
completely
recommended)
full)
8 teaspoons Main Wash
Cup-Completely
(Main
Full (water
Wash cup-
softener
completely
recommended)
No Detergent
(water softener
recommended)
Main Wash
Cup
Cover
Latch