It’s easiest to top up with dishwasher salt simply when your machine is empty, so after unpacking a clean load of dishes is the most suitable time.
Dishwasher salt needs to be added to an extra filter in your dishwasher. This is usually found in the base of the washing unit, as opposed to the door, but make sure to check your manufacturers guide or instruction manual to make sure. To add Finish dishwasher salt, open the cap and pour the salt in. Ensure you check the packaging to find out how much salt you will need, and it may help to use a measuring cup, and a funnel, to both measure out and supply the salt to your dishwasher.
If the reservoir for the salt is full of water, you can still pour the salt in as it will displace what is in there. If you don’t plan to run the machine immediately after refilling, it’s recommended to wipe out displaced water from the machine with a paper towel. If you run the machine for the first time make sure to fill salt reservoir with water - in order to regenerate softener unit salt must be in a solution. Always follow the instructions from manual provided by the machine manufacturer. Once poured, replace the cap, ensuring it is closed tightly and it should be ready to use again. Most water softeners will have an adjustable setting for water hardness, so make sure this is adjusted correctly to make sure that you get the perfect clean. Remember to top up your dishwasher salt regularly if you notice it’s running low.
