18_ Using the detergent and water softenerUSING DETERGENTAll dishwasher cycles require detergent in the detergent compartment.Add the correct amount of detergent for the selected cycle to ensure the best performance.CAUTION: Use dishwasher detergent only. Regular detergent produces too much foam, which maydecrease the dishwasher’s performance or cause it to malfunction.WARNING: Do not swallow dishwasher detergent. Avoid breathing in the fumes. Dishwasherdetergent contains irritants and caustic chemicals that can induce respiratory conditions. If you haveswallowed dishwasher detergent or inhaled the fumes, seek medical attention immediately.WARNING: Keep dishwasher detergent out of the reach of children.Filling the detergent dispenser1. Open the detergent dispenser fl ap by pushing the detergentdispenser release catch.The flap is always open at the end of a dishwashing cycle.2. Add the recommended amount of detergent to the mainwash detergent compartment.3. Close the flap by sliding it to the left and then pressing itdown.There is no separate button that is specific to using tabletdetergents.4. For better cleaning result, especially if you have very dirt items, add small amount (about 8 g)of detergent on the door. That will act in prewash phase.Using the detergent and watersoftenerDW5500MM_DD81-02615E-00_EN.indd 18DW5500MM_DD81-02615E-00_EN.indd 18 2018-11-29 10:51:322018-11-29 10:51:32