Asko D5454 User manual 8093969 Asko D5454 XL EN - Page 7

USING THE DISHWASHER ADD DETERGENT 1 Prewash detergent compartment 2 Main wash detergent compartment We recommend that you use only unscented, granular automatic dishwashing detergent. Using the wrong detergent could cause flooding and/or damage your dishwasher. Do not use detergent that has been wet and is clumped. Also, check the expiration date on the container. The amount of detergent needed can vary due to differences in water hardness. To determine the water hardness in your area, contact your local water utility or area water softening company. The harder the water, the more detergent you may need. Refer to the chart below for the recommended detergent amounts based on water hardness. Remember, you should adjust the amount of detergent you use by small amounts until you find the correct amount. Twelve grains and higher is extremely hard water and detergent alone may not be enough. You may need to use a water softener to maximize the performance of your dishwasher. Also, in areas with hard water (9+) you may need to wash at lower temperatures to prevent hard water deposits from forming in tank and wash system. In hard water areas, both the dishes and the machine can develop a white or gray film after a while. If this happens, run the Heavy wash program with high temperature and two tablespoons of citric acid or commercially available dishwasher cleaner in the detergent compartment (with no dishes in the machine). NOTE! If you use a dishwashing detergent with a rinse aid additive, you should not fill the rinse aid dispenser. This could cause a film on your dishes. Recommended detergent amounts based on water hardness Water hardness Detergent amounts Soft (0-3 grains per gallon) Prewash 1 teaspoon Main wash 1 to 1-1/2 tablespoons Medium (4-8 grains per gallon) Prewash 1 teaspoon Main wash 1 to 2 tablespoons Hard (9+ grains*) Prewash 1 teaspoon Main wash 2 to 3 tablespoons *12 grains and higher is extremely hard water. WARNING! Children must be supervised - dishwasher detergent is corrosive! NOTE! Use only dishwasher detergent! Liquid hand-washing detergent must not be used as the foam that forms prevents the dishwasher from operating effectively. Dishwasher tablets Halve the tablet if it is difficult to close the dispenser lid. There is a risk that the detergent will not be released properly if the lid is tight and cannot open correctly. NOTE! Dishwasher tablets are not recommended for short programs (less than 75 minutes). Use powder or liquid dishwasher detergent instead. 3-in-1/All-in-one detergent Read through the directions for these products carefully. If anything is unclear, contact the detergent manufacturer. PROGRAM SELECTION Press the Program selector one or more times until the desired program symbol lights. Daily wash A program suitable for day-to-day dishwashing. This program can also clean dried leftovers, but is not intended for burnt food, such as on oven dishes. Heavy wash Program for very dirty dishes, such as pans, casserole dishes, and oven dishes. If these dishes do not completely fill the dishwasher, you can add plates and other dishes that can withstand a Heavy wash to fill out the load. Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.com 7