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