And Detergents; Filling The Detergent Dispenser; How Much Detergent To Use; Detergent Usage Guide - Frigidaire PLD3465REC0 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 cups open 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
Ultimate Scrub
2 teaspoons
or
Normal Wash
Econo Wash
2 teaspoons
or
(Main Wash cup–
China Crystal
Rinse Only 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

Soft Water Medium Hard Water
(0-3 grains)
(each cup–
(each cup–fill to line
1/4 full)
above "Regular")
(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.
Note: If the cover is closed on the Main Wash
Cup, open by pressing the cover latch.
(4-8 grains)
5 teaspoons
5 teaspoons
(Main Wash cup–
14
Pre Wash Cup
Hard Water Very Hard Water*
(9-12 grains)
8 teaspoons
Completely Full
(each cup–
completely full)
Main Wash Cup–
8 teaspoons
Completely Full
completely full)
No Detergent
Cover
Main Wash Cup
Cover Latch
(over 12 grains)
Each Cup–
(water softener
recommended)
(water softener
recommended)
No Detergent
(water softener
recommended)