Dishwasher Use; Detergent Dispenser - Whirlpool DU1015 Use And Care Manual

The detergent dispenser has two sections. The smaller Pre-Wash
section empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close
the door. The larger Main Wash section automatically empties
detergent into the dishwasher during the wash. (See the "Cycle
Selection Charts.")
A
Hard Water
Soft Water
B
MAIN WASH
A. Cover latch
B. Main Wash section
C. Pre-Wash section
Use automatic dishwashing detergent only. Other detergents
can produce excessive suds that can overflow out of the
dishwasher and reduce washing performance.
Add detergent just before starting cycle.
Store tightly closed detergent in a cool, dry place. Fresh
automatic dishwasher detergent results in better cleaning.
NOTE: Do not use detergent with a rinse cycle.
How much detergent to use
The amount of detergent to use depends on the soil level of your dishes, hardness of your water, and the type of detergent. If you
use too little, dishes will not be clean. If you use too much in soft water, glassware will etch.
Water hardness can change over a period of time. Find out your water's hardness by asking your local water department, water
softener company, or county extension agent.
Detergent Dispenser fill recommendations per dish load soil level and water hardness
Water Hardness
Main Wash
Soft 4 tsp (20 mL)
(0-2 grains per Fill to Soft Water
U.S. gallon)
Medium 6 tsp (30 mL)
(2-6 grains per Fill above the
U.S. gallon) Soft Water line
Hard 8 tsp (40 mL)
(7 grains per U.S. Fill to Hard Water
gallon and above)
NOTE: Fill amounts shown are for standard powdered detergent. Amounts may vary if you use liquid or concentrated powdered
detergent. Tablet detergents should be placed in the main wash section of the detergent dispenser with the cover closed. Follow
instructions on the package when using liquid dishwasher detergent, concentrated powdered detergent or tablet detergent.

DISHWASHER USE

Detergent Dispenser

Hard Water
Soft Water
C
PRE-
WASH
Light Soil or Prerinsed
Pre-Wash
section section
Empty
line
2 tsp (10 mL)
Fill to Soft Water
line
4 tsp (20 mL)
Fill to Hard Water
line line
Filling the dispenser
1. If the dispenser cover is closed, open the cover by moving
the cover latch to the right.
2. Add the correct amount of detergent to the Main Wash
section of the dispenser according to the chart below. If you
are using a tablet detergent, it must be placed in the Main
Wash section. (See "How much detergent to use.")
3. Add the correct amount of detergent to the Pre-Wash section
of the dispenser, if needed, according to the chart below.
4. Close the dispenser cover.
It is normal for the cover to open partially when dispensing
detergent.
NOTE: See the "Cycle Selection Charts" for which section to fill
depending on the cycle selected.
Normal Soil
Main Wash Pre-Wash
section section
6 tsp (30 mL) 2 tsp (10 mL)
Fill above the Fill to Soft Water
Soft Water line line
6 tsp (30 mL) 4 tsp (20 mL)
Fill above the Fill to Hard Water
Soft Water line line
9 tsp (45 mL) 7 tsp (35 mL)
Fill cup Fill cup
completely completely
Hard Water
Hard Water
Soft Water
Soft Water
PRE-
MAIN WASH WASH
Heavy Soil
Main Wash
section
9 tsp (45 mL) 7 tsp (35 mL)
Fill cup
completely completely
9 tsp (45 mL) 7 tsp (35 mL)
Fill cup
completely completely
9 tsp (45 mL) 7 tsp (35 mL)
Fill cup
completely completely
Pre-Wash
section
Fill cup
Fill cup
Fill cup
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