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DIISH'WASHIEIK DETEIKGENT
(USE ONLY AUITOMAT]IC DIISH'WASH1ERDETEIKGENT/
Use only a detergent designed for an automatic dishwasher. Never use soap, laundry detergent or handwashing
detergent in your dishwasher, as they are too mild and will cause severe over-sudsing. The foam product prevents the
dishwasher from working properly and may cause the dishwasher to leak.
WARNING: Dishwasher detergent is corrosive. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, drink plenty of
water or milk. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical advice without delay. If dishwasher detergent gets into
the eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
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Compartment
Prewash
detergent
Main wash detergent
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STORING THE DETERGENT
For best results, keep your detergent container tightly closed after each use, out of reach of children and stored in a
cool, dry place. Storage under the sink is not advisable for powdered detergent, because this area is generally
too warm and moist to keep detergent fresh.
HOW MUCH DETERGENT TO USE?
The amount of detergent you use depends on the hardness of the water and on the cycle you select. Generally, only
one tablespoon of detergent is needed for a normal load.
HARDNESS OF WATER
Water has a different "hardness", or mineral
content, in different locations. The hardness is
measured in grains per gallon (gpg). Find out
your water's hardness by asking your local water
department, county extension agent or water
softening company. Ask how many "grains" of
hardness are in your water.
The harder the water is, the more detergent you
need. For the recommended detergent
amounts to use with your water, follow the
guidelines in the chart. With hard water, you
Water Hardness Amount of detergent
Grains per Gallon (Powder or Liquid)
Soft Water 1 teaspoon to
0-3 gpg 1 tablespoon
Medium Hard Water 2 1/2 tablespoons
4-8 gpg
Hard Water 3 tablespoons
g-above gpg
need more detergent to get dishes clean. With soft water, you need less detergent.
Too much detergent with soft water can cause "etching", a permanent cloudiness of glassware. If you have "hard"
water, the dishes as well as the dishwasher itself may accumulate a gray deposit after some time. This deposit can be
remedied by using a mild citric acid solution instead of detergent in the heavy wash program.