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154889401 (March 2012)
All about the
Use & Care
of your Dishwasher
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safety Instructions .............................. 2
Dishwasher Dispenser and Detergents .........10 - 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 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 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 Nozzle and Upper Spray Arm Tub Gasket Cup
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Wash Cycle Selections Sanitize Option 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 156°F (69°C) and will be and final rinse, recirculating fl
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TM The DishSense Technology checks the soil level on your dishes in the Heavy Wash, Normal Wash 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. washin
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Dish Preparation Status Indicator Lights Scrape away large pieces of food, bones, pits, toothpicks, The WASHING light comes on at the beginning of cycle etc. The continuously filtered wash fluid will remove and remains on until the end of the main wash. remaining food particles. Burned-on foods should be Whether heated or unheated dry is selected the DRYING loosened before loading. Empty liquids from glasses and light will come on during the drying portion of the cycle. c
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PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES 10 place settings standard loading pattern 12 place settings standard loading pattern 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 Top Rack Cycle The bowl tines offer the ultimate in flexibility. When closed, The TOP RACK
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PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES Adjustable Upper Rack (available on select models) 10 place settings standard loading pattern To raise the upper rack, refer to the figure below. Press the Lever toward the center of the rackand pull straight up on the rack Lever 12 place settings standard loading pattern on select models (Fold Down Tines) 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 yo
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PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES When covers are up, mix items in each section of the Fold-down Tines (available select models) basket with some pointing up and some down to avoid The fold-down tines in the lower rack make easy loading for nesting. Water spray cannot reach nested items. those extra large and hard-to-fit items. The tines may be left up for normal use or folded down for more flexible loading. Fold down for more space to load large pots or pans. Adding a Dish To add or remove items aft
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DISHWASHER DISPENSER & DETERGENTS Cover CAUTION The use of industrial grade detergent can damage the Main Wash Cup heating coil and other parts of the dishwasher leading to damage to the unit and surrounding property. Use only household grade automatic dishwasher detergents. Cover Latch Pre Wash Cup How much Detergent to use Rinse Aid Indicator The amount of detergent to use depends on the water hardness. Water hardness is measured in grains per gallon. If the cover is closed on the Main Wash
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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 NOTE To Disconnect Service: Hard water may cause lime deposit buildup on the 1. Turn off electrical power to the dishwasher at the interior of the dishwasher. For cleaning instructions see supply source by removing fuses or tripping circuit “Removing Spots and Film” section. breaker. 2. Shut off water supply. Overfill Protector—keeps dishwasher from overfilling and is located in the left front corner of the 3. Place a pan under the inlet valve. Disconnect water tub. line from i
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SOLUTIONS TO COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS • Use fresh detergent. Old detergent is ineffective. Before calling for service, review this • Make sure rinse aid dispenser is filled. list. It may save you both time and expense. This list includes common • Check to see that proper amount of detergent is being used for cycle selected. (See Detergent Usage Guide.) experiences that are not the result of defective workmanship or material in • Home water pressure may be too low—it should be your dishwasher.
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SOLUTIONS TO COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS Dishware Stained or Discolored Dishwasher Does Not Drain • Iron deposits in water can cause a yellow or brown film. Properly A special filter installed in the water supply line will • If unit is hooked up to a food waste disposer, make correct this problem. (See Removing Spots and Film.) sure the disposer is empty. • Aluminum utensils can leave gray/black marks when they • Check to see if the knockout plug has been removed rub against other items. Load pr
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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
