All about the Use & Care of your Dishwasher Important Safety Instructions ......................2 Dishwasher Dispenser and Detergents ......6-7 Product Registration ...................................3 Factors Affecting Performance .....................7 Operating Instructions .............................3-4 Care and Cleaning ...................................8-9 Preparing and Loading Dishes ..................5-6 Before you Call......................................
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not tamper with controls. WARNING Please read all instructions before using this dishwasher. For your Safety • Use your dishwasher only as instructed in this Use and Care Manual. • This Manual does not cover every possible condition and situation that may occur. Use common sense and caution when installing, operating and maintaining any appliance. • DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRICALLY GROUNDED. Read the Installation Instructions for details.
PRODUCT REGISTRATION/OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Thank you for choosing Frigidaire This Use & Care Guide is part of our commitment to customer satisfaction and product quality throughout the service life of your new appliance. We view your purchase as the beginning of a relationship. To ensure our ability to continue serving you, please use this page to record important product information.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Using the Timer Heat Dry Option The timer advances to complete the portion of the cycle between the dial position and OFF. Started at Heavy Wash it will run through Heavy, Normal and Dry. Set at Normal Wash it will run Normal and Dry, and so on. • It is best to have the door unlatched while setting the timer. • The timer dial should always be advanced in the clockwise direction.
PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES Dish Preparation Prior to loading dishware into the dishwasher: Scrape away large pieces of food, bones, pits, toothpicks, etc. Loosen burned-on foods. Empty liquids from glasses and cups. Load items with open ends facing down for better cleaning and draining. Damage may occur if delicate items touch each other during dishwasher operation. Long-handled knives and utensils can be placed in top rack.
PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES Loading the Silverware Basket CAUTION Load sharp items (knives, skewers, etc.) pointing down. Failure to do so may result in injury. Features and appearance of racks and silverware basket may vary from your model. Mix spoons, forks and knives to prevent nesting. Mixing items gives better cleaning and drying. For safety, load sharp knives and forks with handles up. Be sure nothing protrudes through bottom of basket or rack to block the spray arm.
DISHWASHER DISPENSER & DETERGENTS Detergent Usage Chart Soft Water Medium Hard Water Hard Water Very Hard Water (0-3 grains) (4-8 grains) (9-12 grains) (Over 12 grains) 8 teaspoons (each cupcompletely full) Each CupCompletely Full (water softener recommended) 2 teaspoons (each cup1/4 full) 5 teaspoons (each cup- fill to line above “Regular”) Note: For very hard water, detergent alone may not be enough.
CARE AND CLEANING Overfill Protector- keeps dishwasher WARNING from overfilling and is located in the left front corner of the tub. Burn Hazard Allow heating element to cool before cleaning the interior. Failure to do so can result in burns. • Clean occasionally with household cleaner containing vinegar or bleach to dissolve any buildup. • Overfill Protector should move up and down freely about one inch. If it does not move, lift and clean underneath.
CARE AND CLEANING Winterizing • A dishwasher left in an unheated place should be protected from freezing. Have a qualified person do the following: Check water hardness. For extremely hard water, it may be necessary to install a water softener. (See Detergent Chart). • Use Fresh Detergent. • Make sure items are not extending below the lower rack and preventing the spray arm from rotating.
BEFORE YOU CALL Etching • Use fresh detergent. Old detergent is ineffective. • Make sure rinse aid dispenser is filled. • Check to see that proper amount of detergent is being used for cycle selected. • (See Detergent Dispenser). • Home water pressure may be too low-it should be 20 to 120 pounds per square inch (psi). • Wipe cloudy glass with a rag moistened with vinegar. If it cannot be wiped off it is probably etched and is most likely due to the use of too much detergent.
BEFORE YOU CALL Normal Sounds You Will Hear Removing Spots and Film • Hard water can cause lime deposits to build up on the interior of the dishwasher. Dishes and glasses may also get spots and film for a number of reasons. (See Glassware/Flatware Spotted or Cloudy section). To remove buildup, and film, clean using the following instructions: Normal sounds include water fill, water circulation, motor sounds, and fluid draining.
MAJOR APPLIANCE 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.
