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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:
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Do not load silver or silver-plated silverware with stainless
steel. These metals can be damaged by contact with each
other during washing.
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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 Dispenser
The detergent dispenser has 2 sections. The smaller Pre-Wash
section empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close
the door.
The larger Main Wash section automatically empties detergent
into the dishwasher during the wash. (See the “Cycle Selection
Charts.”)
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Use automatic dishwashing detergent only. Other detergents
can produce excessive suds that can overflow out of the
dishwasher and reduce washing performance.
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Add detergent just before starting a cycle.
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Store tightly closed detergent in a cool, dry place. Fresh
automatic dishwasher detergent results in better cleaning.
NOTE: Do not use detergent with 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.
4. Close the dispenser cover.
It is normal for the cover to open partially when dispensing
detergent.
NOTE: Use both sections for cycles with 2 washes. Use only the
main wash section for cycles with 1 wash. See the “Cycle
Selection Charts” for more details.
How much detergent to use
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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.
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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.
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You can order a water hardness test strip. In the
U.S.A., call the Customer Interaction Center and ask for Part
Number 4171690.
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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%.
1. Cover latch
2. Main Wash section
3. Pre-Wash section
4. Cover
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Water Hardness
Amount of Detergent
Soft to Medium
Hard Water
0 to 6 grains per
gallon
For normally soiled loads
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Partially fill the Main Wash
section (5 tsp or 25 g)
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Fill the Pre-Wash section
(4 tsp or 20 g)
NOTE: Add only 2 tsp or 10 g of
detergent to the Pre-Wash section if
dishes are pre-rinsed or the water is
very soft (0 to 2 grains per gallon).
For heavily soiled loads
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Partially fill the Main Wash
section (7 tsp or 35 g)
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Fill the Pre-Wash section
(4 tsp or 20 g)
