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Dishwashing Essentials .......................................
HOT Water
For optimal cleaning and drying results, hot
water is necessary. The incoming water tempera-
ture should be 120-140 ° F to properly activate the
detergent and melt greasy food soils.
If for any reason (such as laundering, showers, etc.) the
incoming water temperature is below 120° F (49 ° C),
select the Temp Sense option to have the dishwasher
thermostatically heat the water to proper temperature.
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Detergent
Use a detergent designed specifically for use in an auto-
matic dishwasher. Be sure it is fresh and stored in a cool,
dry place (not under the sink).
Recommended Amount
The amount of detergent to use depends on the water
hardness (measured in grains per galIon -- gpg) and the
amount of soil on the dishes. Too little detergent results
in poor cleaning, hard water filming/spotting and poor
drying. Too much detergent can cause permanent
etching/cloudiness.
As a rule, use 1 teaspoon of detergent per grain of water
hardness, using a minimum of 3 teaspoons in soft water
situations. Place the recommended amount of detergent
in both cups for Normal arid !onger cycles, Do not
divide the recommended amount between the cups.
The following chart includes specific recommendations.
Each line in the detergent cup represents 3 teaspoons.
Water Hardness*
Soft (0-3 gpg)
Medium (,4-9 gpg)
Hard (10--12 gpg)
Detergent Use
3 teaspoons
4--9 teaspoons
10-12 teaspoons
*Your local water utility or state universi_" extension service
can tell you the degree of water hardness in your area.
For water hardness of 13-14 gpg add more detergent (1
teaspoon for each gpg above 12) to the beginning of the
main wash portion of the cycle. Unlatch the door, open
it slowly and add detergent to the bottom of the tub.
After relatching the door, the dishwasher will continue
through the cycle.
If water hardness is 15 gpg or harder, it is difficult to
achieve good results with any dishwasher. The solution
is a mechanical water softener to improve water quality,
detergent effectiveness, and protect the dishwasher parts
To check the incoming water temperature, turn on the
hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher and let it run
into a glass in the sink. Place a candy thermometer in the
glass and check the temperature once it has stopped
rising. If the temperature is below 120 ° F (49 ° C), have
a qualified person raise the water heater thermostat set-
ting.
Before starting the dishwasher, turn on the hot water
faucet and !et it run unti! the water is hot.
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from the damage that hard water deposits can cause.
Never use laundry detergent or hand dish-
washing detergent in your dishwasher as it will
cause severe oversudsing and possible leaks.
Detergent Placement
Add detergent just before starting the cycle.
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For Normal or Pots and Pans cycles place the recom-
mended amount of detergent in both the PRE WASH
and MAIN WASH cups. Close the cover. The dish-
washer automatically releases detergent.
A Light/China cycle requires detergent in the MAIN
WASH cup only. Close the cover after adding detergent.
The detergent will automatically be dispensed.
The Quick Wash/Rinse cycle needs detergent in the
PRE WASH cup only. Close the cover after adding
detergent. The detergent will automatically be dis-
pensed.
Do not use detergent with the Rinse & Hold cycle.
Leave the detergent cup tid open when running Rinse &
Hold.
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