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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.
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.
Cycle
Soft Water
2 teaspoons (each
Pots & Pans
Normal Wash
2 teaspoons
Light Wash
(Main Wash cup–
Rinse/Hold
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)
cup–
(each cup–fill to line
above "Regular")
1/4 full)
(Main Wash cup–fill to
1/4 full)
line above "Regular")
No Detergent
DISHWASHER DISPENSER & DETERGENTS
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
(each cup– completely
5 teaspoons
Cover
Pre Wash Cup
Hard Water
Very Hard Water*
(9-12 grains)
8 teaspoons
full)
8 teaspoons
Main Wash Cup–
(Main Wash cup–
Completely Full
completely full)
No Detergent
Main Wash Cup
Cover Latch
(over 12 grains)
Each Cup–
Completely Full
(water softener
recommended)
(water softener
recommended)
No Detergent
(water softener
recommended)
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