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Loading Silverware Basket

Load the silverware basket while it is in the rack or take the
basket out for loading on a counter or table.
Mix items in each section of the basket with some pointing up
and some down to avoid nesting. Spray cannot reach nested
items.
IMPORTANT: Always load sharp items (knives, skewers, etc.)
pointing down.
NOTES:
Do not load silver or silver-plated silverware with stainless
steel. These metals can be damaged by contact with each
other during washing.
Some foods (such as salt, vinegar, milk products, fruit juices,
etc.) can pit or corrode silverware. Run a rinse cycle if you do
not have a full load to wash immediately.

DISHWASHER USE

Detergent Use

The detergent cup, located on the inside of the dishwasher lid,
empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close the lid.
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 a cycle.
Store tightly closed detergent in a cool, dry place. Using
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 hardness of
your water and the type of detergent. If you use too little,
dishes won’t 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.
You can order a water hardness test strip. In the U.S.A., call
the Customer Interaction Center and ask for Part Number
4171690. (See “Assistance or Service.”)
Different brands of dishwasher detergent have different
amounts of phosphorus for softening water. If you have hard
water and use a detergent with a phosphorous content of
less than 8.7%, you might need to use more detergent, or use
a detergent with a phosphorous content higher than 8.7%.
Water Hardness
Amount of Detergent
Soft to Medium
For normally-soiled loads
Hard Water
0 to 6 grains per
gallon
Add 2 tsp or 10 g
For heavily-soiled loads
Add 1 Tbsp or 15 g
Medium to Hard
For normally and
Water
heavily-soiled loads
7 to 12 grains per
gallon
Add 1 Tbsp or 15 g
Very Hard Water
For normally and
heavily-soiled loads
13 grains per gallon
and above
Add 1 Tbsp or 15 g
NOTE: Fill amounts shown are for standard powdered detergent.
Amounts may vary if you use liquid or concentrated powdered
detergent. Follow instructions on the package when using liquid
dishwasher detergent or concentrated powdered detergent.
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