Dishwasher Use; Detergent Dispenser - Kenmore ULTRA WASH Use & Care Manual

Detergent Dispenser

The detergent dispenser has 2 sections. The Pre-Wash section
empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close the door.
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A. Cover
B. Main Wash section
C. Cover latch
D. Pre-Wash section
The larger Main Wash section automatically empties detergent
into the dishwasher during the main wash. (See the "Cycle
Selection Charts.")
■ 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. Fresh
automatic dishwasher detergent results in better cleaning.
NOTE: Do not use detergent if you have selected a rinse cycle.
Filling the dispenser
1. If the dispenser cover is closed, open the cover by pushing
the cover latch.
2. Fill the Main Wash section with detergent. See "How much
detergent to use."
3. Fill the Pre-Wash section if needed. (See "Cycle Selection
Charts.")
4. Close the dispenser cover.
The cover will open during the cycle to dispense the detergent.
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 will not be clean. If you use too much in soft water,
glassware will etch.

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■ Water hardness can change over a period of time. Find out
your water's hardness by asking your Sears Sales Associate,
local water department, water softener company, or county
extension agent.
Where to fill
Top of 3rd step (9 tsp or 45 mL)
Top of 2nd step (6 tsp or 30 mL)
Top of 1st step (3 tsp or 15 mL)
Soft to Medium Water (0-6 grains per gallon)
[typical water softener water and some city water]
Soil Level Main Wash
Lightly soiled/Pre- 3 tsp (15 mL)
rinsed dish loads [top of 1st step]
Normally soiled 6 tsp (30 mL)
dish loads [top of 2nd step]
Heavily soiled 9 tsp (45 mL)
dish loads [top of 3rd step]
Medium to Hard Water (7-12 grains per gallon)
[well water and some city water]
Soil Level Main Wash
All soil types 9 tsp (45 mL)
[top of 3rd step]
† It might be necessary to use the Hi Temp wash option for best
wash performance in very hard water.
NOTE: Fill amounts shown are for standard powdered detergent.
Amounts may vary if you use liquid or concentrated powdered
detergent. Tablet detergents should be placed in the main wash
section of the detergent dispenser with the cover closed. Follow
instructions on the package when using liquid dishwasher
detergent, concentrated powdered detergent or tablet detergent.
IMPORTANT: See "Cycle Selection Charts" for which detergent
dispenser sections to use with each cycle.
Pre-Wash
3 tsp (15 mL)
[top of 1st step]
6 tsp (30 mL)
[top of 2nd step]
6 tsp (30 mL)
[top of 2nd step]
†
Pre-Wash
6 tsp (30 mL)
[top of 2nd step]
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