Dishwasher Dispenser And Detergents - Kenmore 587.1415 Series Use & Care Manual

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Dishwasher Dispenser & Deter Dishwasher Dispenser & Deter
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.
• Use only fresh automatic dishwashing detergent.
Other detergents will cause oversudsing.
• 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.
Cycle Soft Water
Heavy Wash 2 teaspoons
or
Normal Wash
Light Wash 2 teaspoons
or
(Main Wash cup–
China
Quick Rinse
No Detergent
*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)
5 teaspoons
(each cup–
(each cup–fill to line
1/4 full)
above "Regular")
5 teaspoons
(Main Wash cup–fill to
1/4 full) line above "Regular")
No 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.
Main Wash Cup
Cover
Note: If the cover is closed on the Main Wash Cup,
open by pressing the cover latch.
(4-8 grains)
8 teaspoons
completely full)
8 teaspoons
(Main Wash cup–
completely full)
No Detergent
13
gents gents gents
gents
Pre Wash Cup
Cover Latch
Hard Water Very Hard Water*
(9-12 grains) (over 12 grains)
Each Cup–
Completely Full
(each cup–
(water softener
recommended)
Main Wash Cup–
Completely Full
(water softener
recommended)
No Detergent
(water softener
recommended)