Greetings. Any recommendations for detergent for a KDS-18 brought back to life after years dormant? I want to avoid clogging it up as much as possible. Would liquid detergents be expected to function properly in this unit (especially given its detergent cup design?) Thanks!
Detergents for a KDS-18
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cycla-fabric
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I have a KDS17 that is used for overflow items, and I use powder Cascade. It works great, I wouldn't use a gel dishwasher detergent as they don't clean well. As for pods and tablets, I don't think the wash portion of the cycle last long enough for it to really do it's job as it has enzymes in the detergent. That's my opinion.
Doug
Doug
whirlcool
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I agree. The Cascade Complete powder does an awesome job in older machines. Just make sure you have hot enough water entering in the first place. The hotter the better.
toploader55
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Powder Powder !!!
Vintage machines love powder.
I tried Bubble Bandit but went back to Cascade Complete.
I just like them because the washing begins immediately when it is released from the cup. Every second of the Main Wash is utilized while with a tab or a pac, it takes time to dissolve completely.
Vintage machines love powder.
I tried Bubble Bandit but went back to Cascade Complete.
I just like them because the washing begins immediately when it is released from the cup. Every second of the Main Wash is utilized while with a tab or a pac, it takes time to dissolve completely.
