Detergent Dispenser - GE GDF510-540 Series Owner's Manual

Using the dishwasher.

Detergent Dispenser

The detergent dispenser is on the upper left hand side of
the dishwasher door . It
main wash compartment for all loads . Use the pre-wash
compartment only when your water is extremely hard or
when you have a heavy soiled load .
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You may use tablet, powder, liquid or gel automatic
dishwasher detergent . Make sure you use only detergents
specifically labeled for use in automatic dishwashers . Never
use liquid hand dis detergent in an automatic dishwasher .
Sudsing and poor wash performance will result with the use of
improper detergents .
Detergents should be stored in a dry location and in their
original container to prevent loss of effectiveness . Place
detergent in the cup just prior to starting the dishwasher and
then close and latch the cover . The cover will open during the
wash cycle .
Filling the Detergent Dispenser
GE recommends using detergent in tablet or packet form .
Independent testing has shown this form of detergent is very
effective in the dishwasher . Cascade
Action Packs are an example of this type of detergent . Simply
put a tablet or packet into the main wash compartment and
then close and latch the detergent cup cover . Please notice
that the tablet or packet must be placed in the main wash
compartment of the detergent cup . If the tablet or packet is
tossed in the bottom of the dishwasher, the detergent will be
flushed down the drain in a very short period of time and will
thus be wasted . Wash performance will be very poor as a
result .
If you choose to use detergent in powder, liquid or gel form,
the amount of detergent you use will be determined by the
hardness of your water, the temperature of your water,
and the food soil load inside the dishwasher . Contact your
water company to get information about the hardness of
the water in your area . You may purchase a hard water test
strip from GE . Call 1-800-626-2002 and ask for part number
WD01X10295 .
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has two compartments . Use the
Detergent
Dispenser
Complete 2 in 1
®
Number of
Detergent Cups to Fill
Grains
Less than 4 Fill cup to soft line (1/3 full)
4 to 8 Fill cup to medium soft line (2/3 full)
8 to 12 Fill cup to medium hard line
Greater Fill both main wash cup and pre
than 12
Medium
Soft
Soft
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Using too much detergent with very soft and/or very
hot water may cause a condition called etching on your
glassware . Etching is a permanent cloudiness in your
glassware . This condition is irreversible . However, using too
little detergent will cause poor wash performance .
Use the table as a starting point and then adjust the amount
of detergent you use . Use just enough to get good wash
performance . Using just the right amount of detergent will
provide great wash performance without wasting detergent
or etching of glassware .
DO NOT USE HAND DISH DETERGENT
NOTE: Using a detergent that is not specifically designed
for dishwashers will cause the dishwasher to fill with suds.
During operation, these suds will spill out of the dishwasher
vents, covering the kitchen floor and making the floor wet.
Because so many detergent containers look alike, store the
dishwasher detergent in a separate space from all other
cleaners . Show anyone who may use the dishwasher the
correct detergent and where it is stored .
While there will be no lasting damage to the dishwasher, your
dishes will not get clean using a dishwashing detergent that is
not formulated to work with automatic dishwashers .
(completely full)
wash cup
Medium Extremely Hard or
Hard Heavy Soils