Dishwasher Dispenser And Detergents; Filling The Detergent Dispenser; Detergent Usage Guide - Kenmore 587.1466 Series Use & Care Manual

Dishwasher Dispenser & Detergents

Filling the Detergent Dispenser

The detergent dispenser has one main wash cup and
one prewash cup. 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.
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.
Soft Water
Cycle
1.5 teaspoons
Pots & Pans
(each cup–
or
Normal Wash
Light Wash 1.5 teaspoons
(Main Wash cup–
No Detergent
Quick Rinse
*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)
4 teaspoons
(each cup–fill to line
1/4 full) above "Regular")
4 teaspoons
(Main Wash cup–fill to
1/4 full) line above "Regular")
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.
Note: If the cover is closed on the Main Wash Cup, Note: Note: Note: Note:
open by pressing the cover latch.
Hard Water
(4-8 grains)
6 teaspoons
(each cup–
completely full)
6 teaspoons
(Main Wash cup–
completely full)
No Detergent
8
Main Wash Cup Main Wash Cup Main Wash Cup Main Wash Cup Main Wash Cup
Pre Wash Cup Pre Wash Cup Pre Wash Cup Pre Wash Cup Pre Wash Cup
Very Hard Water*
(9-12 grains) (over 12 grains)
Each Cup –
Completely Full
(water softener
recommended)
Main Wash Cup –
Completely Full
(water softener
recommended)
No Detergent
(water softener
recommended)
C o v e r C o v e r
C o v e r C o v e r C o v e r
Cover Latch Cover Latch Cover Latch Cover Latch Cover Latch