Using a Dishwasher?

Question

I only have a some questions.

1.)
the Pot and Pans button, i know its used for pots and pans, but does it also clean just regular dishes well, or should i wash them separately.

2.)
What the difference between Normal Wash and Pots and Pans Buttons.

3.)
What is the best dishwasher cleaner to use. Jet Dry, Cascade, Electrisol, etc... If i am only using my dishwasher ot wash blastic cups and pots and pans.

4.)
I have 3 dispensers in my dishwasher.
1.) A twist on cap (For Liquid)
2.) A slide over cap (For Dry)
3.) Open space. What is the Open Space used for, is it used for that liquid-powder combo pack, if so, do my dishes actually get washed and if so, how does it work.

Answer 1

I use Pot's and Pans cycle to wash heavyly soil dishes be it pots or pans I believe the dishwasher heats the water in order to remove grease from the pans.

The twist cap is for the liquid you buy in order to keep spots off your glasses.

You fill both slide over cap and open space with dishwashing soap, the open slot is for the wash cycle that begins when you close the door, the slide over caps opens on the second wash cycle.

I prefer Cascade dishwashing powder I don't have so much trouble with spots.