Kenmore 665.15529 - Manual (Page 10)

DISHWASHER USE
IMergeiTt Dispenser
The detergent dispenser has 2 sections. The Pre-Wash section
empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close the door.
Where to fill
Top of 1 St step (1 tb or 15 g)
1. Cover
2. Main Wash section
3. Cover iatch
4. Pre-Wash section
The larger Main Wash section automatically empties detergent
into the dishwasher during the main wash. (See the “Cycle
Selection Charts.”)
■ 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 a 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 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. Close the Main Wash dispenser cover. Fill the Pre-Wash
section if needed.
It is normal for the cover to open partially when dispensing
detergent.
NOTE: Use both sections for cycles with 2 washes. Use only the
covered section for cycles with 1 wash. See the “Cycle Selection
Charts” for more details.
How much detergent to use
■ 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.
■ Water hardness can change over a period of time. Find out
your water’s hardness by asking your local water department,
water softener company, or county extension agent.
■ 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%.
Water Hardness
Soft to Medium
Hard Water
0 to 6 grains per
gallon
Medium to Hard
Water
7 to 12 grains per
gallon
Amount of Detergent
For normally soiled loads
■ Fill the Main Wash section to the
top of the 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g)
■ Fill the Pre-Wash section to the
top of the 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g)
if needed
NOTE: Add only 1 tb or 15 g of
detergent to both sections if dishes
are pre-rinsed or the water is very
soft (0 to 2 grains per gallon).
For heavily soiled loads
■ Fill the Main Wash section to the
top of the 3rd step (3 tbs or 45 g)
■ Fill the Pre-Wash section to the
top of the 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g)
For normally soiled and
heavily soiled loads
■ Fill the Main Wash section to the
top of the 3rd step (3 tbs or 45 g)
■ Fill the Pre-Wash section to the
top of the 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g)
if needed
NOTE: Fill amounts shown are for standard powdered detergent.
Amounts may vary if you use liquid or concentrated powdered
detergent. Follow instructions on the package when using liquid
dishwasher detergent or concentrated powdered detergent.
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