Appliance Repair Tips: Dishwasher Detergents

The primary function of a dishwasher detergent is to clean the dishes. This is not as simple as it may seem. To remove soil, a good detergent must penetrate, break down, and loosen the soil in the time allowed in the dishwasher was portion of the cycle. It must condition the water, prevent the buildup of coffee, tea, and food stains, aid in sanitizing, and condition the surface of the dishes for rinsing. All the chemicals contribute more than one function to the overall performance of the dishwasher compound. Dishwasher detergents of various brands may differ widely in ingredients. Some brands perform better in soft water; others in hard water. A homeowner should experiment with various brands to find which is best suited for the local water conditions.

One of the adverse properties of automatic dishwasher detergents, when your using a Kenmore, Whirlpool, GE, Maytag, or Frigidaire brand dishwasher, is the short life. Poor dish washing may be the result of old detergent. It is best to purchase detergent from a source known to have a a good reputation with quality.