KitchenAid UDT555SAFP Use & Care Guide - Page 4

■■ Improper loading can cause dishes to be chipped or damaged. When loading glasses or mugs, it is best to load these items in between rows of tines (as shown) instead of loading them over tines. ■■ When loading silverware, always place sharp items pointing down. Mix items in each section of the basket with some pointing up and some down to avoid nesting. Spray cannot reach nested items. STEP 2 Add Detergent NOTE: If you do not plan to run a wash cycle soon, run a rinse cycle. Do not use detergent. ■■ Use automatic dishwasher detergent only. Add powder, liquid, or tablet detergent just before starting a cycle. ■■ Fresh automatic dishwasher detergent results in better cleaning. Store tightly closed detergent container in a cool, dry place. We recommend tablets and packs for convenience and improved performance. A B C A. Cover latch B. Prewash section C. Main wash section Premeasured Detergents Many detergents now come in several forms (gel packs, tablets, or powder packs). We recommend that you use high-quality tablets or packs for convenience and improved performance. High-quality tablets and packs have been proven better than powder, liquid, or gel detergents at reducing filming on dishes. Using tablets and packs over time will start to reduce or eliminate white film. Also, by using a rinse aid, you can minimize repeat buildup of white film. These forms are suitable for all hardness and soil levels. Always place detergents in the main compartment and slide lid to close. Powders and Gels ■■ The amount of detergent to use depends on: How much soil remains on the items - Heavily soiled loads require more detergent. The hardness of the water - If you use too little in hard water, dishes won't be clean. If you use too much in soft water, glassware can etch. Soft to Medium Water (0-6 grains per U.S. gallon) (typical water softener water and some city water) Medium to Hard Water (7-12 grains per U.S. gallon) (well water and some city water) ■■ Depending on your water hardness, fill the Main Wash section of the dispenser as shown. Fill the Pre-Wash section to the level shown if needed. NOTE: Fill amounts shown are for standard powdered detergent. Follow instructions on the package when using other dishwasher detergents. Premeasured forms are suitable for all hardness and soil levels. Always place premeasured detergents in the main compartment and close the lid. Hard Water Soft Water Pre-Wash Hard Water Soft Water Main Wash Add Rinse Aid ■■ Your dishwasher is designed to use rinse aid for good drying performance. Without rinse aid, your dishes and dishwasher interior will have excessive moisture. The Heat Dry option will not perform as well without rinse aid. ■■ Rinse aid keeps water from forming droplets that can dry as spots or streaks. It also improves drying by allowing water to drain off of the dishes after the final rinse. ■■ Rinse aid helps to reduce excess moisture on the dish racks and interior of your dishwasher. ■■ Check the rinse aid indicator. Add rinse aid when the indicator window looks clear. ■■ To add rinse aid, turn the dispenser cap counterclockwise to open, and lift off. Pour rinse aid A into the opening until the indicator window looks full. Replace the dispenser cap and turn clockwise. Make sure cap is fully locked. NOTE: For most water conditions, the factory setting of 2 will give good results. If you have hard water or notice rings or spots, try a higher setting. Turn the arrow adjuster inside the dispenser by A either using your fingers or inserting a flat-blade screwdriver into the center of the arrow and turning. STEP 3 Select a Cycle Open the door, press the ON/OFF button. NOTE: Heavier cycles and options affect cycle length. A BC D E A - Pots and Pans - Use for heavily soiled, hard-to-clean items. B - Heavy Wash - Use for heavy food soil. C - Normal - Use for normal food soil. The energy usage label ` is based on this cycle. D - Quick Wash - Use for prerinsed or lightly soiled loads. E - Rinse Only - (No options apply to this cycle.) Do not use detergent. A rinse keeps food from drying on your dishes and reduces odor buildup in your dishwasher until you are ready to wash a full load. 4