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DISHWASHER USE
The detergent dispenser has two sections. The smaller Pre-Wash
section empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close Filling the dispenser
the door. The larger Main Wash section automatically empties
detergent into the dishwasher during the wash. (See the "Cycle 1. If the dispenser cover is closed, open the cover by moving
Selection Charts.") the cover latch to the right.
A
B
A. Cover latch
B. Main Wash section
C. Pre-Wash section
• Use automatic dishwashing detergent only. Other detergents
can produce excessive suds that can overflow out of the
dishwasher and reduce washing performance.
• Add detergent just before starting cycle.
• Store tightly closed detergent in a cool, dry place. Fresh
automatic dishwasher detergent results in better cleaning.
NOTE: Do not use detergent with a Quick Rinse cycle.
2. Add the correct amount of detergent to the Main Wash
section of the dispenser according to the the chart below. If
you are using a tablet detergent, it must be placed in the Main
Wash section. (See "How much detergent to use.")
3. Add the correct amount of detergent to the Pre-Wash section
of the dispenser, if needed, according to the chart below.
4. Close the dispenser cover and secure by pressing on the
cover directly above the cover latch.
It is normal for the cover to open partially when dispensing
detergent.
NOTE: See the "Cycle Selection Charts" for which section to fill
depending on the cycle selected.
How much detergent to use
• The amount of detergent to use depends on the soil level of • Water hardness can change over a period of time. Find out
your dishes, hardness of your water, and the type of your water's hardness by asking your Sears Sales Associate,
detergent. If you use too little, dishes will not be clean. If you local water department, water softener company, or county
use too much in soft water, glassware will etch. extension agent.
Detergent Dispenser fill recommendations per dish load soil level and water hardness
Light Soil or Prerinsed Normal Soil Heavy Soil
Water Hardness
Main Wash Pre-Wash Main Wash Pre-Wash Main Wash Pre-Wash
section section section section section section
Soft 4 tsp (20 mL) Empty 6 tsp (30 mL) 2 tsp (10 mL) 9 tsp (45 mL) 7 tsp (35 mL)
(0-2 grains per Fillto Soft Water Fill abovethe Fill to Soft Water Fill cup Fill cup
U.S. gallon) line Soft Water line line completely completely
Medium 6 tsp (30 mL) 2 tsp (10 mL) 6 tsp (30 mL) 4 tsp (20 mL) 9 tsp (45 mL) 7 tsp (35 mL)
(2-6 grains per Fillabove the Fill to Soft Water Fill abovethe Fillto Hard Water Fill cup Fillcup
U.S. gallon) Soft Water line line Soft Water line line completely completely
Hard 8 tsp (40 mL) 4 tsp (20 mL) 9 tsp (45 mL) 7 tsp (35 mL) 9 tsp (45 mL) 7 tsp (35 mL)
(7grains per U.S. Fill to Hard Water Fillto HardWater Fillcup Fillcup Fill cup Fillcup
gallon and above) line line completely completely completely completely
NOTE: Fill amounts shown are for standard powdered detergent. Amounts may vary if you use licuid or concentrated powdered
detergent. Tablet detergents should be placed in the main wash section of the detergent dispenser with the cover closed. Follow
instructions on the package when using liquid dishwasher detergent, concentrated powdered detergent or tablet detergent.
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