Kenmore 16791 - Manual (Page 12)

Your Part in Cleaning Dishes
operating your dishwasher properly enables you to obtain the best possible results. This section explains proper
dishwasher operation.
Using the detergent dispenser
• Use automatic dishwashing detergent oniy. Other
detergents are too mild and much too sudsy.
• Add detergent just before starting cycle.
• Store tightly closed detergent in a cool, dry place. Fresh
automatic dishwasher detergent results in better
cleaning.
Filling the detergent dispenser
The detergent dispenser Q has one section with a cover
and one without. Push the cover down firmly until it
latches. Detergent in the open section falls into the dish­
washer when closing the door. The covered section opens
automatically for the main wash. It is normal for the cover
to open partially when dispensing detergent.
NOTE: Use both sections for cycles with two washes. Use
only the covered section for cycles with one wash. See the
cycles chart for more details.
How much detergent to use
' The amount of detergent to use depends on the hard­
ness 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.
• Find out your water’s hardness by asking the water
softener department in your local Sears store or your
local water department.
NOTE: Fill amounts shown are for standard powdered
detergent. Amounts may vary if you use liquid or concen­
trated powdered detergent. Follow instructions on the
package when using liquid dishwasher detergent or
concentrated powdered detergent.
Water Type
Medium
5-7 grains per gallon
85-119 parts per million
Where to fill standard
powdered detergent
Hard Top of
8 + grains per gallon
136+ parts per million
Top of
2 nd step
(2 tbs.)
Soft Top of
0-4 grains per gallon st step
0-68 parts per million tPs.)
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