Consumer Services Model #: Warranty & Service ....... 16 Versión en español ......4,6 Serial #: (see Features page for location) 1-800-944-9044 Questions? (United States) 1-866-213-9397 (Canada) Visit our Web Site at www.frigidaire.com READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS P/N 154392801 (0012)
Important Safety Instructions • Store dishwasher detergent and rinse agents out of the reach of children. • Do not wash plastic items unless marked This symbol will help alert you to such “dishwasher safe” or the equivalent. Check dangers as personal injury, burns, fire and with manufacturer for recommendations, if electrical shock.
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 filter and spray arms. Soil particles go down the drain as the water is pumped out and replaced with clean water.
Operating Instructions Latch Vent Appearance may vary from your model. Getting Started Very Important 1. Load dishwasher (See Preparing and Information— Read Before Loading Dishes). Operating Your Dishwasher! 2. Add detergent (See Dishwasher Dispenser & Detergents). Normal Operating 3. Add rinse aid, if needed (See Rinse Aid). Sounds 4.
Operating Instructions (continued) Wash Cycle Selections Note: Cycle times are approximate and not all cycles available on all models. Cycle Chart Cycle Description To Select Cycle Water Time Washes/ (approx.) (approx.) Rinses Pots & For pots, pans, • Turn dial to POTS & PANS. gal.
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Operating Instructions Vent Latch Appearance may vary from your model. Getting Started Very Important 1. Load dishwasher (See Preparing and Information— Read Before Loading Dishes). Operating Your Dishwasher! 2. Add detergent (See Dishwasher Dispenser & Detergents). Normal Operating Sounds 3. Add rinse aid, if needed (See Rinse Aid). 4.
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Operating Instructions (continued) Wash Cycle Selections Note: Cycle times are approximate and not all cycles available on all models. Cycle Chart Cycle Description To Select Cycle Water Time Washes/ (approx.) (approx.) Rinses Pots & For pots, pans, • Press POTS & PANS button. gal.
Preparing and Loading Dishes Dish Preparation Loading the Top Rack Scrape away large pieces of food, bones, pits, Features and appearance of racks and silverware basket may vary from your model. toothpicks, etc. The continuous filtered wash system will remove remaining food particles. Important: Do not cover the funnel when Burned-on foods should be loosened before loading.
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Preparing and Loading Dishes (continued) Loading the Bottom Rack Loading the Silverware Features and appearance of racks and Basket silverware basket may vary from your model. Mix spoons, forks and knives to prevent Make sure tall items do not block spray arm nesting.
Dishwasher Dispenser & Detergents • Use only fresh automatic dishwashing Filling the Detergent Dispenser detergent. Other types will cause The detergent dispenser has one covered and oversudsing. one uncovered cup. Detergent in the • Add detergent just before starting cycle. uncovered cup falls into the dishwasher when the door is closed.
Dishwasher Factors Affecting Dispenser & Performance Detergents (continued) Rinse Aid Water Pressure Rinse aid greatly improves drying and The hot water line to dishwasher must provide reduces water spots and filming. Water water pressure between 20 and 120 psi. “sheets” off dishes rather than forming water Low water pressure may occur when laundry or droplets that cling and leave spots.
Care and Cleaning Care of Drain Air Gap If a drain air gap was installed for your built-in dishwasher, check to make sure it is clean so Burn Hazard the dishwasher will drain properly. A drain air Allow heating element to cool gap is usually mounted on countertop and can before cleaning the interior.
Solutions to Common Dishwashing Problems Before calling for service, review this list. It Glassware/Flatware Spotted or may save you both time and expense. This Cloudy list includes common experiences that are • Check water hardness. For extremely hard not the result of defective workmanship or water, it may be necessary to install a water material in your dishwasher.
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Solutions to Common Dishwashing Problems (continued) Dishware Stained or Discolored Dishwasher Leaks • Tea and coffee can stain cups. Remove the • Use only fresh detergent designed for stains by hand washing in a solution of 1/2 automatic dishwashers. Measure detergent cup (120 ml) bleach and one quart (1 L) of carefully.
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Solutions to Common Dishwashing Problems (continued) Dishwasher Does Not Drain Removing Spots and Film Properly Hard water can cause lime deposit buildup on the interior of the dishwasher. Dishes and • If unit is hooked up to a food waste disposer, glasses may also get spots and film for a make sure the disposer is empty.
Warranty Information DISHWASHER WARRANTY Your dishwasher is protected by this warranty WARRANTY THROUGH OUR AUTHORIZED SERVICERS, THE CONSUMER WILL BE PERIOD WE WILL: RESPONSIBLE FOR: Costs of service calls that are listed under FULL ONE-YEAR One year from original Pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance which prove to be defective in materials or workmanship.