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Add Detergent
NOTE: If you do not plan to run a wash cycle soon, run a rinse
cycle. Do not use detergent.
■ Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Add powder, liquid,
or tablet detergent just before starting a cycle.
■ Fresh automatic dishwasher detergent results in better
cleaning. Store tightly closed detergent container in a cool,
dry place.
Premeasured Detergents
Many detergents now come in several forms (gel packs, tablets,
or powder packs).
We recommend that you use high quality tablets or packs for
convenience and improved performance. High quality tablets
and packs have been proven better than powder, liquid, or gel
detergents at reducing filming on dishes. Using tablets and packs
over time will start to reduce or eliminate white film. Also, by using
a rinse aid, you can minimize repeat buildup of white film. These
forms are suitable for all hardness and soil levels. Always place
detergents in the main compartment and slide lid to close.
Powders and Gels
■ The amount of detergent to use depends on:
How much soil remains on the items
– Heavily soiled loads
require more detergent.
The hardness of the water
– If you use too little in hard water,
dishes won't be clean. If you use too much in soft water,
glassware can etch.
Soft to Medium Water (0-6 grains per U.S. gallon)
[typical water softener water and some city water]
Medium to Hard Water (7-12 grains per U.S. gallon)
[well water and some city water]
■ Depending on your water hardness, fill the Main Wash section
of the dispenser as shown. Fill the Pre-Wash section to the
level shown if needed.
NOTE: Fill amounts
shown are for standard
powdered detergent.
Follow instructions on the
package when using gel
dishwasher detergents.
Premeasured forms are
suitable for all hardness and soil levels. Always place premeasured
detergents in the main compartment and close the lid.
Add Rinse Aid (dispenser varies by model)
■ Your dishwasher is designed to use rinse aid for good drying
performance. Without rinse aid, your dishes and dishwasher
interior will have excessive moisture. The Heat Dry or ProDry™
option will not perform as well without rinse aid.
■ Rinse aid keeps water from forming droplets that can dry as
spots or streaks. It also improves drying by allowing water to
drain off of the dishes after the final rinse.
■ Rinse aid helps to reduce excess moisture on the dish racks
and interior of your dishwasher.
■ Check the rinse aid indicator with the door down (varies by
model). Add rinse aid when indicator drops to “Add” level.
STEP 2
Hinged lid style Sliding lid style
To close lid To open lid
Place selected detergent in the
dispenser. Place finger, as
shown, and slide lid closed.
Press firmly until it clicks.
Push OPEN, as shown,
and the lid will slide open.
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SLIDE
SLIDE
■ Add rinse aid to hinged lid
style dispenser by twisting
the dispenser cap ¼ turn
clockwise to open and lift off.
Pour rinse aid into the
opening until the indicator
level is at “Full.” Replace the
dispenser cap and turn to
“Lock.” Make sure cap is
fully locked.
■ To add rinse aid to sliding lid
style dispenser, open the
rinse dispenser lid by gently
pushing in the center of the
lid with your thumb and
pulling up on the edge. Pour
rinse aid into the opening
until the dispenser is full.
Then, close the dispenser
by pushing down gently
on the lid.
NOTE: For most water conditions, the factory setting will give
good results. If you have hard water or notice rings or spots, try
a higher setting. Turn the arrow adjuster inside the dispenser by
either using your fingers or inserting a flat-blade screwdriver into
the center of the arrow and turning.
Higher numbers dispense more rinse aid. You should change this
setting only a little at a time and then run a few cycles before
changing it again because just enough rinse aid is more effective
than too much.
Soft Water
Hard Water
Soft Water
Hard Water
Main Wash Pre-Wash
Full
Add
Full
Add
¹⁄₄ turn clockwise to lock
Lock
6
5
4
3
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max
fill
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Pre Wash
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SLIDE
6
5
4
3
2
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max
fill
1
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