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154889301 (March 2012)
All about the
Use & Care
of your Dishwasher
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safety Instructions .............................. 2
Dishwasher Dispenser and Detergents ............... 11
Product Registration........................................... 3 Factors Affecting Performance .......................... 12
Dishwasher Features ......................................... 4 Care and Cleaning ........................................... 13
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 Frigidare. 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. Each cycle begins with a pre-drain. Next, the dishwasher fills with water covering the filter area. Water is then pumped through the spray arms onto the dishware. 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. Features may vary by Model. Top Rack Nozzl
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Sanitize Option Wash Cycle Selections To sanitize your dishes and glassware, select the SANITIZE Cycle times are approximate and will vary with options option. When selected, the light above the pad will come on selected. Hot water is necessary to activate dishwasher and remain on until end of cycle. The water temperature in detergent and melt fatty food soils. During the main wash the final rinse will be raised to 155°F (68°C) and will be and final rinse, recirculating fl
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS washing power normal top rinse air hi temp delay 2 drying START plus wash rack only sanitize dry wash start cancel 4 clean 6 sanitized hold to lock Cycle Chart Not all cycles available on all models. Water Time* Washes/ Soil Level Cycle To Select Cycle (approx.) (Hours) Rinses Heavy Wash Heavy to gal. 2 1/4 4 washes Select HEAVY WASH and 9 imp. gal. desired OPTIONS. Medium 8 4 rinses For pots, pans, casseroles and liters HI-TEMP WASH will 34 dinnerware with dried-on or bak
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PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES Dish Preparation Scrape away large pieces of food, bones, pits, toothpicks, etc. The continuously filtered wash fluid will remove remaining food particles. Burned-on foods should be loosened before loading. Empty liquids from glasses and cups. 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 the dishwasher is to be operated at o
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PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES Some models have a fold-down cup shelf or a cup shelf/ stemware holder. They can be used to load two levels of cups, juice glasses, and other short items. Stagger items on upper level so that water can reach all inside surfaces. Fold cupshelves up and out of the way unless needed. Bowl Tines The bowl tines offer the ultimate in flexibility. When closed, load with saucers or small dishes. Open halfway and it is perfect for small casserole dishes. Open completely for
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PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES Adjustable Upper Rack (available on select models) To raise the upper rack, refer to the figure below. Press the Lever toward the center of the rack and pull straight up on the rack Lever 10 place settings standard loading pattern To lower the upper rack, press the lever and push down on the rack. Loading the Bottom Rack Features and appearance of racks and silverware basket may vary from your model. The lower rack is best for plates, saucers, bowls, and cookware. La
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PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES Use suggested loading patterns, as shown, to increase washability of your silverware. Be sure nothing protrudes through bottom of basket or rack to block the spray arm. Do not mix silver and stainless to avoid damaging the 12 place settings standard loading pattern on silver finish. select models (Fixed Tines) The silverware basket can be separated and placed in several locations in the bottom rack. Load silverware in all sections or just one, depending on your load.
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DISHWASHER DISPENSER & DETERGENTS surface damage that appears like a film but cannot be Filling the Detergent Dispenser wiped off. Your local water company, water softener The detergent dispenser has one covered and one company or county extension agent can tell you the water uncovered cup. Detergent in the uncovered cup falls into the hardness in your area. dishwasher when the door is closed. The covered cup opens automatically to release detergent. Cover • Use only fresh automatic dishwashing
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FACTORS AFFECTING PERFORMANCE Rinse Aid Water Pressure Rinse aid greatly improves drying, reduces water The hot water line to the dishwasher must provide water spots and filming, and lubricates wash arm pressure between 20 and 120 psi. bearings for proper rotations. With it, water Low water pressure may occur when laundry or showers "sheets" off dishes rather than forming water droplets are in operation. If you experience poor wash that cling and leave spots. perfomance you may need to wait un
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CARE AND CLEANING CAUTION WARNING Property Damage Hazard Burn Hazard Freezing temperatures may cause water lines to Allow heating element to cool before rupture. Be sure all supply lines to and circulating lines cleaning the interior. within dishwasher are protected. Failure to do so can result in burns. Failure to do so could result in property damage. Outside —Clean outer door with warm soapy water Winterizing and a dishcloth or sponge. Rinse with clean water and a A dishwasher left in an unhe
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SOLUTIONS TO COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS Before calling for service, review this list. • Make sure rinse aid dispenser is filled. It may save you both time and expense. • Check to see that proper amount of detergent is being This list includes common experiences used for cycle selected. (See Detergent Usage Guide.) that are not the result of defective • Home water pressure may be too low—it should be workmanship or material in your 20 to 120 pounds per square inch (psi). dishwasher. Dishware Chi
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SOLUTIONS TO COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS Detergent Left in Cups Cycle Takes a Long Time • Is cycle in a water heating delay? • Detergent may be old. Discard and use fresh detergent. • Has the delay start option been selected? • Be sure the dish load doesn’t block spray from entering the detergent cup. • Has the sanitize option been selected? Selecting this option will lengthen the cycle. • Check to see if cycle has been completed. • Consult Cycle Chart for Normal cycle times. • Make sure items
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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
