Dacor MDW24S - Manual (Page 11)

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The Detergent Dispenser
IMPORTANT:
Do not use hand dishwashing detergents. They will create
excessive foaming that interferes with proper operation.
To make sure the detergent dissolves properly, fill the detergent
dispenser just prior to starting your dishwasher. Detergent will
harden if it sits too long.
Store dry detergent in a cool dry place to prevent caking.
Use a liquid rinse aid for best results (See page xx).
The detergent dispenser has 3 compartments: The pre-wash
compartment on the outside lid, and in the main wash
compartment. It dose not matter which main wash cup you load
first.
The pre-wash compartment empties into the dishwasher when the
door is closed. The main wash compartment releases detergent
automatically during the main wash cycle.
To Fill the Detergent Dispenser:
If the detergent dispenser lid is closed, press the release
button to open it.
See the table below for the amount of detergent to use in the
main wash cup. The amount of detergent required depends
on the hardness of the water in your area. Harder water
requires more detergent. Water hardness is measured in
grains per gallon (gpg). Do not use too little detergent for your
water hardness. Doing so can cause poorly cleaned dishes,
filming, or spotting. If you use too much detergent, you can
cause a permanent film called etching. To find out the water
hardness in your area, contact your water company.
After loading the main wash compartment, close the
dispenser lid.
Fill the pre-wash cup (on the lid) to the top.
Close the door.
If you have very hard water:
Detergent alone may not be enough for water hardness above 1.
For maximum cleanness you may need to use a water softener.
Or you may add additional detergent about 0 minutes after
starting your dishwasher. As a rule, add 1 teaspoon for each grain
above 1.
Open the door. The dishwasher will stop operating.
Wait a moment for the steam to clear.
Without touching any of the hot surfaces or racks, pour
additional dishwashing detergent into the bottom of the
dishwashing tub.
Close the door. Push on the door handle to make sure that
the door is completely shut. After a short pause, operation will
resume.
The Rinse Aid Dispenser
Rinse aid is important to the drying process of the dishware. Its
sheeting action also reduces spotting. Dacor recommends that
you keep the rinse aid dispenser full and properly adjusted (see
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Detergent Required
Soft Water
(0-3 gpg)
Medium
(4-8 gpg)
hard Water
(9-12 gpg)
very hard Water
(12 gpg or more)
teaspoons 5 teaspoons 8 teaspoons
Fill main wash
cup completely
Detergent Required
Soft Water
(0-3 gpg)
Medium
(4-8 gpg)
hard Water
(9-12 gpg)
very hard Water
(12 gpg or more)
teaspoons 5 teaspoons 8 teaspoons
Fill main wash
cup completely
Adjusting the Rinse Aid Dispenser) at all times.
A rinse aid containing citric acid may be used to remove the white
or gray film caused by very hard water.
The rinse aid indicator on the dispenser turns dark when full and
clear when it is time to refill. Also, the display will have LO on it at
the end of the dishwashing cycle when it is time to refill.
To refill the rinse aid dispenser:
Turn the rinse aid cap counterclockwise 1/4 turn and lift it out.
Slowly pour the rinse aid into the filler hole until the indicator
turns dark. Do not overfill.
Wipe up any spillage with a damp rag.
Replace the rinse aid cap and turn it clockwise to the closed
position.
Adjusting the Rinse Aid Dispenser
The rinse aid dispenser must be properly adjusted. Too little rinse
aid will allow spotting and drying problems. Too much rinse aid will
cause foaming and streaking.
The rinse aid setting is located under the rinse aid cap.
To change the setting:
Remove the rinse aid cap.
If you have spotty or improperly dried dishes, move the rinse
aid setting a little higher. If you have streaks on your dishes,
move the rinse aid setting a little lower. The harder the water,
the more rinse aid required for acceptable results.
Replace the cap.
Check the dishes after the next wash load. Continue
adjusting the rinse aid dispenser up or down according to the
guidelines above until you have spot free, streak free, dry
dishes.
If you have very soft water and still experience streaking when the
dispenser is set to 1, you can dilute the rinse aid with water before
pouring it into the dispenser to get acceptable results.
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