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Dishwasher
Dispenser
& Detergents
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.
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.
•
Use only fresh automatic
dishwashing
detergent.
Other detergents
will cause
oversudsing.
•
Add detergent
just before starting
cycle.
•
Store detergent
in a cool, dry location.
Moist or
caked detergent
will not dissolve
properly.
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Pre Wash Cup
Detergent
Usage
Guide
Cycle
Soft
Water
Medium
Hard
Water
Herd
Water
Very
Hard
Water*
(0-3 grains)
(4-8 grains)
(9-12 grains)
(over 12 grains)
Heavy Wash
2 teaspoons
5 teaspoons
8 teaspoons
Each Cup-
or
(each cup-
(each cup-fill to line
(each cup-
Completely
Full
Normal Wash
1/4 full)
above "Regular")
completely
full)
(water softener
recommended)
Light Wash
2 teaspoons
5 teaspoons
8 teaspoons
Main Wash Cup-
(Main Wash cup-
(Main Wash cup-fill
to
(Main Wash cup-
Completely
Full
1/4 full)
line above "Regular")
completely full)
(water softener
recommended)
Quick Rinse
No Detergent
No Detergent
No Detergent
No Detergent
(water softener
recommended)
*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.
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