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DISHWASHER DETERGENT
(Use only automatic dishwasher detergent)
Use only a detergent designed for an automatic dishwasher. Never use soap, laundry detergent or handwashing
detergent in your dishwasher, as they are too mild and will cause severe over-sudsing. The foam product prevents the
dishwasher from working properly and may cause the dishwasher to leak.
WARNING: Dishwasher detergent is corrosive. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, drink plenty of
water or milk. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical advice without delay. If dishwasher detergent gets into
the eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
HOW MUCH DETERGENT TO USE?
The amount of detergent you use depends on the hardness of the water and on the cycle you select. Generally, only
one tablespoon of detergent is needed for a normal load.
HARDNESS OF WATER
Water has a different “hardness”, or mineral content, in
different locations. The hardness is measured in grains
per gallon (gpg). Find out your water’s hardness by
asking your local water department, county extension
agent or water softening company. Ask how many
“grains” of hardness are in your water.
The harder the water is, the more detergent you need.
For the recommended detergent amounts to use with
your water, follow the guidelines in the chart. With hard
water, you need more detergent to get dishes clean. With soft water, you need less detergent.
Too much detergent with soft water can cause “etching”, a permanent cloudiness of glassware. If you have “hard”
water, the dishes as well as the dishwasher itself may accumulate a gray deposit after some time. This deposit can be
remedied by using a mild citric acid solution instead of detergent in the heavy wash program.
Water Hardness Amount of detergent
Grains per Gallon (Powder or Liquid)
Soft Water 1 teaspoon to
0-3 gpg 1 tablespoon
Medium Hard Water 2 1/2 tablespoons
4-8 gpg
Hard Water 3 tablespoons
9-above gpg
STORING THE DETERGENT
For best results, keep your detergent container tightly closed
after each use, out of reach of children and stored in a cool, dry place. Storage
under the sink is not advisable for powdered detergent, because this area is generally too warm and moist to
keep detergent fresh.
Dishwasher tablets
Halve the tablet if it is difficult to close the dispenser cover. There is a risk that the dishwasher detergent will not break
down properly to give the correct dosage if the cover is tight and cannot be opened correctly.
3in1 Combined Detergent
Read through the directions for these products carefully. If anything is unclear, contact the dishwasher detergent
manufacturer.
Prewash
detergent
Main wash detergent (in cup)
Rinse Aid
Compartment
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