3
Quick Steps
Dishwasher Use
Prepare and Load the Dishwasher
IMPORTANT: Remove
leftover food, bones,
toothpicks and other
hard items from the
dishes. Remove labels
from containers before
washing.
■ Make sure that when the dishwasher drawer is closed no items
are blocking the detergent dispenser.
■ Items should be loaded with soiled surfaces facing down and
inward to the spray as shown. This will improve cleaning and
drying results.
■ Avoid overlapping items like bowls or plates that may trap food.
■ Place plastics, small plates and glasses in the rack. Wash only
plastic items marked “dishwasher safe.”
■ To avoid thumping/clattering noises during operation: Load
dishes so they do not touch one another. Make sure lightweight
load items are secured in the racks.
Add Detergent
NOTE: If you do not plan to run a wash cycle soon, run a rinse
cycle. Do not use detergent.
■ Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Add powder or
liquid just before starting a cycle.
■ Fresh automatic
dishwasher detergent
results in better cleaning.
Store tightly closed
detergent container in a
cool, dry place.
■ The amount of detergent to use depends on:
How much soil remains on the items - Heavily soiled loads
require more detergent.
The hardness of the water - If you use too little in hard water,
dishes won't be clean. If you use too much in soft water,
glassware will etch.
Soft to Medium Water (0-6 grains per U.S. gallon)
[typical water softener water and some city water]
Medium to Hard Water (7-12 grains per U.S. gallon)
[well water and some city water]
1
Prepare and load
dishwasher.
3
Select a cycle and option.
2
Add detergent
for cleaning and
rinse aid for
drying.
4
Start dishwasher.
STEP 1
■ Make sure nothing keeps spray arm(s)
from spinning freely. It is important for
the water spray to reach all soiled
surfaces.
■ When loading silverware, always place
sharp items pointing down and avoid
“nesting” as shown.
STEP 2
A. Pre-Wash section
B. Main Wash section
C. Cover latch
A
BC
