SPECIAL TIPS tointerferewiththemovementoftheupper
or lower spray arms.
For Best Results • Select the Proper Cycle
The cycle needed depends on the amount of
• Hot Water is a Must food soil. See page 8 for cycle descriptions.
Hot water dissolves and activates the
• Select Heat Dry
dishwashing detergent, dissolves grease on
dishes and helps dry glasses spot-free. Make For faster drying select Heat Dry.
certain all loads are washed in hot water. Three
ways to have a reliable hot water supply... Water Conditions
1. Maintain a 140°F (60°C) water supply at
central water heater. To check water • Hard Water Deposit
temperature, refer to page 3. If an unusual amount of calcium is in the
2. If you choose to have your hot water below water, a lime film or deposit may eventually
140°F (60°C), it will be necessary to select build up on the dishes and interior surface of
Temp Boost Sensor On to achieve good dishwasher. You may first notice this as
results. The Temp Boost Sensor will add "cloudy" glasses.
heat during the main wash and thermo- To determine if the film on the glasses is
statically check the water temperature. If due to hard water, soak a glass
the proper temperature is not reached approximately 15 minutes in undiluted
during the standard main wash time, the white vinegar. Rinse and dry. If f'dm is
Heating Delay light will come on and the removed, it is due to hard water (if not
cycle will be delayed until the temperature removed, see Soft Water Etching).
is reached. To correct:
3. Let the water from the hot water tap run to
clear the line of cold water before selecting 1. Increase the amount of detergent used
according to the degree of water hardness
a cycle. (see page 6).
• Use Enough Detergent 2. Check the water temperature (see page 3).
For proper soil removal and to prevent For best results, it should be 140°F.
filming, etching and spotting, an adequate
amount of detergent must be used. We 3. Use a rinse aid to improve the sheeting
recommend i teaspoon of detergent per grain action of the water (see page 7).
of water hardness with a minimum of I To remove film from dishwasher interior, try
tablespoon. Refer to page 6 on adding one of the following:
detergent, l. Remove with a damp cloth and a mild
• Use a Rinse Aid scouring powder.
Using a rinse aid improves drying results and 2. Start empty dishwasher on Rinse portion of
reduces spotting and filming. See page 7 for the cycle. During fill, open door and add
instructions on using a rinse aid. 1/2 cup white vinegar to water. Allow
• Load the Dishwasher Properly dishwasher to complete cycle. Do not use
detergent. Follow with a regular detergent
To insure that all soiled surfaces get adequate wash.
wash action, carefully follow the instructions
3. Use Lime-A-Way according to
for loading the dishwasher (pages 3-5). Make
manufacturer's directions.
sure nothing extends above or below the racks
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