Dacor ED24 - Manual (Page 14)

Operating Your Dishwasher
14 Dacor ® Dishwasher
Operating Your Dishwasher
Filling 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 15).
¾ If the detergent dispenser lid is closed, press the release
button to open it.
¾ The detergent dispenser has two compartments: The
smaller pre-wash compartment, and the main wash
compartment.
¾ 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.
¾ Fill the pre-wash cup to the top.
¾ 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.
¾ After loading both compartments, close the dispenser lid.
¾ Detergent alone may not be enough for water hardness
above 12. For maximum cleanness you may need to use
a water softener. Or you may add additional detergent
about 20 minutes after starting your dishwasher. As a
rule, add 1 teaspoon for each grain above 12:
1. Open the door. The dishwasher will stop operating.
2. Wait a moment for the steam to clear.
3. Without touching any of the hot surfaces or racks, pour additional
dishwashing detergent into the bottom of the dishwashing compartment.
4. Close the door. Push on the door handle to make sure that the door is
completely shut. After a short pause, operation will resume.
Release Button
Pre-wash Compartment
Main Wash Compartment
Dispenser Lid
Water Hardness (gpg) Amount of Detergent
Soft (0-3) 3 tsp.
Medium (4-9) 4 - 9 tsp.
Hard (10-12) 10 -12 tsp.