KitchenAid Sculptura KUDS24SE Guide D'utilisation Et D'entretien page 16

Using the detergent dispenser
What type of detergent to use
* Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. * Add detergent to the dispenser just before
NOTE: Never use soap, hand-dishwashing Starting the dishwasher.
detergent, or laundry detergent. These * Keep detergent container tightly closed in a
products will produce excessive suds which cool, dry place, out of the reach of children.
could cause flooding and reduce washing After opening, a box of detergent should
performance. stay fresh for about one month. Detergent
s Follow manufacturer's instructions when exposed to moisture over a period of time
using powdered, liquid, or gel dishwasher might become caked and ineffective.
detergents. Concentrated (Ultra) powdered
detergents usually call for lower usage than
do standard powdered detergents.
How much detergent to use
WATER HARDNESS AMOUNT OF DETERGENT
Soft to Medium Hard For normal loads:
Water * Partially fill the Main Wash section (2 tablespoons or
0-6 grains per gallon 30 grams)
* Fill the Prewash section (2 tablespoons or 30 grams)
NOTE: Add only 1 tablespoon or 15 grams of detergent
to the Prewash section if dishes are prerinsed or water is
very soft.
For heavily soiled loads:
+ Fill the Main Wash section (3 tablespoons or 45 grams)
+ Fill the Prewash section (2 tablespoons or 30 grams)
Medium to Hard Water ¢ Fill the Main Wash section (3 tablespoons or 45 grams)
6-12 grains per gallon + Fill the Prewash section (2 tablespoons or 30 grams)
Different brands of dishwasher detergent * Excessive amounts of detergent combined
have different amounts of phosphorus for with soft water may cause etching of
softening water. If you have hard water and glassware.
use a detergent with a phosphorous content
of less than 8.7%, you may need to use
more detergent, or use a detergent with a
phosphorous content higher than 8.7%.
NOTE: Water hardness may change over a
period of time. Contact your local water utility
or area water softening company to determine
your water hardness, or order water hardness
test strip part number 4171690 through the
Consumer Assistance Center.