Whirlpool Series 945 用户手册

The detergent dispenser has 2 sections. The Pre-Wash section 
empties detergent into the dishwasher when you close the door. 

The Main Wash section automatically empties detergent into the 
dishwasher during the main wash. (See the “Cycle Selection 
Chart.”)

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Use automatic dishwashing detergent only. Other detergents 
can produce excessive suds that can overflow out of the 
dishwasher and reduce washing performance.

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Add detergent just before starting cycle.

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Store tightly closed detergent in a cool, dry place. Fresh 
automatic dishwasher detergent results in better cleaning.

NOTE: Do not use detergent with a rinse cycle.

1. If the dispenser cover is closed, open the cover by pushing 

the Cover latch.

2. Fill the Main Wash section with detergent. See “How Much 

Detergent to Use.”

3. Close the Main Wash dispenser cover. Fill the Pre-Wash 

section if needed.

NOTE: If you select the Normal Wash cycle by turning the Cycle 
Control knob before filling the dispenser, the detergent dispenser 
cover will not stay latched. This is normal and will not affect 
washing performance.

It is normal for the cover to open partially when dispensing 
detergent.

NOTE: Use both sections for cycles with 2 washes. Use only the 
covered section for cycles with 1 wash. See the “Cycle Selection 
Chart” for more details.

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The amount of detergent to use depends on the hardness of 
your water and the type of detergent. If you use too little, 
dishes won’t be clean. If you use too much in soft water, 
glassware will etch.

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Water hardness can change over a period of time. Find out 
your water’s hardness by asking your local water department, 
water softener company, or county extension agent.

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Different brands of dishwasher detergent have different 
amounts of phosphorus for softening water. If you have hard 
water and use a detergent with a phosphorous content of less 
than 8.7%, you might need to use more detergent, or use a 
detergent with a phosphorous content higher than 8.7%.

NOTE: Fill amounts shown are for standard powdered detergent. 
Amounts may vary if you use liquid or concentrated powdered 
detergent. Follow instructions on the package when using liquid 
dishwasher detergent or concentrated powdered detergent.

Top of 3rd step (3 tbs or 45 g)

Top of 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g)

Top of 1st step (1 tb or 15 g)

0 to 6 grains per 
gallon

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Fill the Main Wash section to the 
top of the 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g)

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Fill the Pre-Wash section to the 
top of the 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g) 
if needed

NOTE: Add only 1 tb or 15 g of 
detergent to both sections if dishes 
are pre-rinsed or the water is very 
soft (0 to 2 grains per gallon).

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Fill the Main Wash section to the 
top of the 3rd step (3 tbs or 45 g)

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Fill the Pre-Wash section to the 
top of the 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g)

7 to 12 grains per 
gallon

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Fill the Main Wash section to the 
top of the 3rd step (3 tbs or 45 g)

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Fill the Pre-Wash section to the 
top of the 2nd step (2 tbs or 30 g) 
if needed