Detergents for a KDS-18

[tl000]

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!

 

[cycla-fabric]

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

 

[tl000]

Thanks Doug.

 

[whirlcool]

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.

 

[tl000]

Thanks!

 

[toploader55]

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.