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D. Function of Detergent
Detergents with its chemical ingredients are necessary to remove dirt, crush dirt and transport it out of
the dishwasher. Most of the commercial quality detergents are suitable for this purpose.
Detergents
There are 3 sorts of detergents
1. With phosphate and with chlorine
2. With phosphate and without chlorine
3. Without phosphate and without chlorine
Normally new pulverised detergent is without phosphate. Thus the water softener function of phosphate
is not given. In this case we recommend to fill salt in the salt container even when the hardness of water is
only 6 °dH. If detergents without phosphate are used in the case of hard water often white spots appear
on dishes and glasses. In this case please add more detergent to reach better results. Detergents without
chlorine do only bleach a little. Strong and coloured spots will not be removed completely. In this case
please choose a program with a higher temperature.
Concentrated Detergent
Based on their chemical composition, detergents can be split in two basic types:
• conventional, alkaline detergents with caustic components
• low alkaline concentrated detergents with natural enzymes
The use of "normal" washing programs in combination with concentrated detergents reduces pollution and
is good for your dishes; these wash programs are specifically matched to the dirt-dissolving properties of
the enzymes of the concentrated detergent. For this reason "normal" wash programs in which
concentrated detergents are used can achieve the same results that can otherwise only be achieved using
"intensive" programs.
Detergent Tablets
Detergent tablets of different brands dissolve at different speeds. For this reason some detergent tablets
cannot dissolve and develop their full cleaning power during short programs. Therefore please use long
programs when using detergent tablets, to ensure the complete removal of detergent residuals.
Detergent Dispenser
The dispenser must be refilled before the start of each wash cycle following the instructions provided in
the wash cycle table. Your dishwasher uses less detergent and rinse aid than Conventional dishwasher.
Generally, only one tablespoon of detergent is needed for a normal wash load. More heavily soiled items
need more detergent. Always add the detergent just before starting the dishwasher, otherwise it could get
damp and will not dissolve properly.
Amount of Detergent to Use
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