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154889501C (February 2013)
All about the
Use & Care
of your Dishwasher
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safety Instructions .............................. 2
Dishwasher Dispenser and Detergents ............... 13
Product Registration........................................... 3 Factors Affecting Performance .......................... 14
Dishwasher Features ......................................... 4 Care and Cleaning ........................................... 15
Operating Instructions ...............
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. Save these instructions for future reference. WARNING • Do not wash plastic items unless marked “dishwasher safe” or the equivalent. Check with manufacturer for This symbol will help alert you to such dangers as recommendations, if not marked. Items that are not personal injury, burns, fire, and electrical shock. dishwasher safe may melt and create a potential fire hazard. • Disconnect electrical power to dishwasher
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PRODUCT REGISTRATION Thank you for choosing Frigidaire NOTE This Use & Care Guide is part of our commitment to customer satisfaction and product quality throughout the service life of your new appliance. Very Important Information— Read Before Operating Your We view your purchase as the beginning of a relationship. To Dishwasher! ensure our ability to continue serving you, please use this page to record important product information. Normal Operating Sounds This dishwasher does not sound like m
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DISHWASHER FEATURES Your dishwasher cleans by spraying a mixture of hot water and detergent through the spray arms against soiled surfaces. Next, the dishwasher fills with water covering the filter area. Water is then pumped through the filter and spray arms. Soil particles go down the drain as the water is pumped out and replaced with clean water. The number of water fills will vary with the cycle being used. Blower Vent Upper Spray Arm Assembly Top Rack Bowl Tines Middle Spray Arm *Removable V
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS scour sanitize sahara 1-24 hrs surge hi temp heat my power normal quick top energy rinse wash wash delay start favorite plus wash clean rack saver only pressure spray temp normal dry air start cancel hold 3s hold to lock scour sanitize sahara 1-24 hrs surge hi temp heat my power normal quick top energy rinse wash wash delay start favorite plus wash clean rack saver only pressure spray temp normal dry air start cancel hold to lock hold 3s delay clean washing drying s Wash P
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TM Favorite Cycle Sahara Dry TM The FAVORITE CYCLE option allows you to program your When the SAHARA DRY option is selected, the preferred cycle and options into one button. Once dishwasher increases the temperature of the final rinse Programmed, simply press the FAVORITE CYCLE button and extends drying time by approximately twenty TM followed by the START/CANCEL pad. minutes. The SAHARA DRY option can be used with all cycles except ENERGY SAVER AND RINSE ONLY. For To
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TM The DishSense Technology checks the soil level on your dishes in the Power Plus, Quick Clean, Normal and Top Rack cycles. Depending on soil level, the sensor will determine if additional water fills are needed to clean the dishes or if water fills can be deleted. Cycle time and water usage will vary based on the amount of soil on the dishes. Cycle time will also vary based on the options selected and the incoming water temperature. Not all cycles available on all models
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Status Indicator Lights Sanitze Indicator PF……………… Appears in window when dishwasher is first installed, or The WASHING light comes on at the beginning of cycle when power has been and remains on throughout the wash and rinse phases interrupted. HI-TEMP WASH and NO HEAT DRY indicator of the cycle. lights will also flash. To clear, The DRYING light indicates the drying portion of the touch START/CANCEL pad. cycle. When either drying option is selected. 1H-24H……….. Number of
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PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES Dish Preparation Scrape away large pieces of food, bones, pits, toothpicks, etc. The continuous filtered wash system will remove remaining food particles. Burned-on foods should be loosened before loading. Empty liquids from glasses and cups before loading them in the dishwasher. Foods such as mustard, mayonnaise, vinegar, lemon juice and tomato based products may cause discoloration of stainless steel and plastics if allowed to sit for a long period of time. Unless
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PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES Bowl Tines Upper Rack Option The bowl tines offer the ultimate in flexibility. When LIGHT WASH—UPPER RACK option can be used to wash closed, load with saucers or small dishes. Open halfway a wide assortment of items when you don't have a full and it is perfect for small casseroles. Open completely load. Also, when the upper rack fills up with glasses and for those hard to fit items. such as coffee pots, food the lower rack is still empty, you don't have to wait proce
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PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES Loading the Bottom Rack Versa-Tray (Available only on Features and appearance of racks and silverware basket FPHD2485) may vary from your model. The removeable Versa-Tray can be used in the upper The lower rack is best for plates, saucers, bowls, and rack or lower rack to hold large utensils, juice cups, baby cookware. Large items should be placed along the edge bottles, long knives, etc. so they do not block the spray arm rotation. For best results, place bow
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PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES CAUTION Load sharp items (knives, skewers, etc.) pointing down. Failure to do so may result in injury. Loading the Silverware Basket Adding a Dish Features and appearance of racks and silverware basket To add or remove items after wash cycle starts: may vary from your model. • Unlatch door and wait a few seconds until wash Load the silverware basket while it is in the bottom rack or action stops before opening. take the basket out for loading on a counter or
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DISHWASHER DISPENSER & DETERGENTS Cover How much Detergent to use The amount of detergent to use depends on the water hardness. Water hardness is measured in grains per Main Wash Cup gallon. Using too little detergent can result in poor cleaning and hard water filming or spotting. Using too much detergent in soft water can cause a permanent Cover Latch film called etching. Your local water company, water Pre Wash Cup softener company or county extension agent can tell you the water hardness in y
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FACTORS AFFECTING PERFORMANCE Rinse Aid Water Pressure Rinse aid greatly improves drying and reduces The hot water line to dishwasher must provide water water spots and filming. Water "sheets" off dishes pressure between 20 and 120 psi. rather than forming water droplets that cling and leave Low water pressure may occur when laundry or showers spots. are in operation. Wait until water use is reduced before A dispenser, located next to the detergent cup, starting dishwasher. automatically release
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CARE AND CLEANING Care of Drain Air Gap WARNING If a drain air gap was installed for your built-in dishwasher, check to make sure it is clean so the Burn Hazard dishwasher will drain properly. A drain air gap is usually Allow heating element to cool before mounted on countertop and can be inspected by cleaning the interior. removing the cover. This is not part of your dishwasher and is not covered by warranty. Failure to do so can result in burns. CAUTION Outside—Clean outer door with warm soapy
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SOLUTIONS TO COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS Before calling for service, review this list. Dishware Stained or Discolored It may save you both time and expense. • Iron deposits in water can cause a yellow or brown film. This list includes common experiences A special filter installed in the water supply line will that are not the result of defective correct this problem. (See Removing Spots and Film.) workmanship or material in your • Aluminum utensils can leave gray/black marks when they rub agains
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SOLUTIONS TO COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS Dishwasher Won’t Run Normal Sounds You Will Hear • Check to see if circuit breaker is tripped or if a fuse is • Normal sounds include water fill, water circulation blown. and motor sounds. • Make sure water supply is turned on. • There is a noticeable change in sound when the wash action switches between the lower and middle spray • Check to see if cycle is set correctly. arm. This is normal since each spray arm has its own (See Operating Instructions.) s
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SOLUTIONS TO COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS Stains on Tub Interior Notes • Washing large amounts of dishware with tomato based soil can cause a pink/orange apperance. This will not affect performance and will gradually fade over time. Pre-rinsing or using the Rinse & Hold cycle will reduce the chance of staining. Using no heat dry option will lessen staining. Removing Spots and Film Hard water can cause lime deposit buildup on the interior of the dishwasher. Dishes and glasses may also get s
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WARRANTY Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your original date of purchase, Electrolux will pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used and maintained in accordance with the provided instructions. Exclusions This warranty does not cover the following: 1. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed, altered or cannot be re
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