Kenmore 665.1649 - Manual (Page 12)

To iBtnove a stnail basket
1. Hold the center basket and one small basket. Slide the small
basket forward to release the tabs from the corresponding
slots.
Filling the dispenser
1. If the dispenser cover is closed, open the cover by rotating
the cover latch.
2. Pull the baskets apart.
NOTES:
■ Do not load silver or silver-plated silverware with stainless
steel. These metals can be damaged by contact with each
other during washing.
■ Some foods {such as salt, vinegar, milk products, fruit juices,
etc.) can pit or comode silverware. Run a rinse cycle if you do
not have a full load to wash immediately.
DISHWASHER USE
The detergent dispenser has 2 sections. The smaller Pre-Wash
section empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close
the door.
1. Cover latch
2. Main Wash section
3. Pre-Wash section
4. Cover
The larger Main Wash section automatically empties detergent
into the dishwasher during the 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 cycle.
■ Store tightly closed detergent in a cool, dry place. Fresh
automatic dishwasher detergent results in better cleaning.
NOTE: Do not use detergent if you have selected a rinse cycle.
2. Fill the Main Wash section with detergent. See the following
section “How much detergent to use.”
3. Fill the Pre-Wash section, if needed. (See “Cycle Selection
Charts.”)
4. Close the dispenser cover.
The cover will open during the cycle to dispense the
detergent.
How much detei^ent 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.
Detergent dispenser fill recommendatons
per dishload soil level and water hardness
Water Hardness
Light soil Normal-Heavy
soil
Main
Wash
section
Pre­
Wash
section
Main
Wash
section
Pre­
Wash
section
Soft
(0-2 grains per gallon)
4tsp
(20 mL)
Empty 6 tsp
(30 mL)
4 tsp
(20 mL)
[full]
Medium
(2-6 grains per gallon)
6 tsp
(30 itiL)
2 tsp
(10 mL)
6 tsp
(30 mL)
4 tsp
(20 mL)
[full]
Hard
(7 grains per gallon
and above)^
8 tsp
(40 mL)
[ftill]
4 tsp
(20 mL)
[full]
8 tsp
(40 mL)
[full]
4 tsp
(20 mL)
[full]
^ Turn the rinse aid dispenser to a higher setting as needed. (See
“Rinse Aid Dispenser” section.) it might be necessary to use the
Hi Temp Wash option for best wash performance in very hard
water.
NOTE: Fill amounts are for standard powdered detergent.
Amounts may vary if you use liquid 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.
IMPORTANT: See “Cycle Selection Charts” for which detergent
dispenser sections to use with each cycle.
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