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Loading Silverware Basket
Load the silverware basket while it is in the bottom rack or take
the basket out for loading on a counter or table. (See
recommended loading pattern shown.)
NOTE:
Unload or remove the basket before unloading the racks
to avoid spilling water droplets on the silverware.
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Load items with covers down, using the separators, to
prevent silverware nesting.
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Place small items such as baby bottle caps, jar lids, corncob
holders, etc., in the section(s) with hinged cover(s). Close the
cover to hold small items in place.
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When covers are up, 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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If you do not know your water hardness, call the Customer
Interaction Center and ask for a free water hardness test
strip, 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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