Appliance Repair Huntington: Fleet Appliance Repair Technician provides dishwasher tips and answers to commonly asked questions:
Can I add items into my dishwasher during a cycle?
Answer
You can add an item anytime before the main wash starts. Open the door and check the detergent dispenser. If the cover is still closed, you can add items.
To add items:
• Lift the door latch to stop the cycle. Wait for the spraying action to stop before opening the door.
• Open the door. If the detergent dispenser lid is still closed, add the item.
• Firmly close the door until it latches.
• Press Start/Resume. The dishwasher resumes the cycle after a 5-second pause.
What is the best dishwasher detergent to use?
There are three types of detergents powder, gel and tablets.
Facts and Rules about Dishwasher Detergent:
• Dishwasher detergents can get old and ineffective.
• Do not buy large quantities at a time.
• Buy a national brand because they contain quality ingredients.
• Store in a cool, dry place, not under the sink.
• Use one teaspoon of soap per grain of water hardness.
• Make sure you read all labels and the ingredients are in the soap.
• Use hot water
Why are there two detergent dispensers?
Answer
The detergent dispenser has two sections. The smaller Pre-Wash section empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close the door. The larger Main Wash section automatically empties detergent into the dishwasher during the wash. Use automatic dishwashing detergent only. Other detergents can produce excessive suds that can overflow out of the dishwasher and reduce washing performance. Add detergent just before starting the cycle. Store tightly closed detergent in a cool, dry place. Fresh automatic dishwasher detergent results in better cleaning.
Filling the dispenser
• If the dispenser cover is closed, open the cover by moving the cover latch to the right.
• Add the correct amount of detergent to the Main Wash section of the dispenser according to the chart below. If you are using a tablet detergent, it must be placed in the Main Wash section.
• Add the correct amount of detergent to the Pre-Wash section of the dispenser, if needed, according to the chart below.
• Close the dispenser cover.
Why should I use a rinse aid in my tall tub dishwasher?
Answer
The use of a rinse aid is very important. Your dishwasher is designed to use a liquid rinse aid. The use of rinse aids greatly improves drying by allowing water to drain from the dishes after the final rinse. They also prevent water from forming droplets that can dry as spots or streaks. Do not use a solid or bar-type rinse aid.
Filling the dispenser
The rinse aid dispenser holds 5 oz (150 ml) of rinse aid. Under normal conditions this will last for about 1 to 3 months.
To use a rinse aid:
• Make sure the dishwasher door is fully open.
• Turn the dispenser knob to "Open" and lift it out.
• Pour rinse aid into the opening until the indicator points to "Full." Take care not to overfill. When the rinse aid indicator drops to the "Add" level, add more rinse aid.
• Clean up any spilled rinse aid with a damp cloth.
• Place the knob back into the opening and turn to the "Lock" position.
Rinse aid setting
• The amount of rinse aid released into the final rinse can be adjusted.
• The factory setting is at 2; for most water conditions, set the adjuster to 1 or 2.
• If there are rings or calcium (hard water) spots on dishes, try a higher setting.
To adjust the setting
• Remove the dispenser knob.
• Turn the arrow adjuster inside the dispenser to the desired setting by either using your fingers or inserting a flat-blade screwdriver into the center of the arrow and turning.
• Replace the dispenser knob.
Use Jet-Dry Rinse Agent to remove the mineral residue that creates water spots and film on dishes and begin enjoying spot-free table ready dishes after every wash.
These tips were provided by Bob Dougherty, President of Fleet Appliance Corp, a member of AHASC with over 22 years in business. Fleet Appliance technicians are factory trained, licensed and certified in appliance repair services.
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