DISHWASHER use & care Dishwasher Dispenser & Detergents.......... 12 Product Registration...................................3 Factors Affecting Performance................... 14 Features at a Glance...................................4 Care and Cleaning.................................... 15 Operating Instructions................................5 Before You Call........................................ 17 Preparing and Loading Dishes.....................9 Major Appliance Warranty.....................
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • When loading items to be washed: - Locate sharp items and knives so that they are not likely to damage the door seal or tub. - Load sharp items and knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of cut type injuries. • • Do not tamper with controls. Use care unloading the dishware when the SANITIZE option has been selected. Contents may be hot to the touch immediately after the end of cycle.
PRODUCT REGISTRATION 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.
FEATURES AT A GLANCE Your dishwasher cleans by spraying a mixture of hot water and detergent through the spray arms against soiled surfaces. First, the dishwasher drains for a few seconds to remove soils dropped while loading, then fills with water covering the filter area. Water is then pumped through the spray arms. Soil particles go through and across the filter and down the drain as the water is pumped out. This series of steps are repeated as needed.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS NOTE Your dishwasher uses a DishSenseTM Technology to understand how much food is on the dishes and then adjusts the cycle accordingly. CAUTION Property Damage Hazard Before starting dishwasher be sure that the water is connected and turned on. Failure to do so may cause damage to the pump seal and result in water leakage. Wash Cycle Selections Cycle times are approximate and will vary with options selected.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Heat Dry The HEAT DRY option in combination with rinse aid will enhance drying performance. HEAT DRY option is available on all cycles. Delay Start The DELAY START option allows you to automatically delay starting your dishwasher from 1-24 hours. Select your desired cycle and options, then press Air Dry the DELAY START pad until the desired delay The AIR DRY option will reduce temperature in the time displays in the status window.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Status Window The STATUS window, available on some models, indicates the following activity: 1-24h Number of delay start hours. The last hour will count down in minutes. CLOSE Close will scroll across the status window indicating the door needs to be closed. MINUTES Number of minutes left in cycle (1-199). L0–L6. Level of Rinse Aid dosage.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Cycle Chart Cycle Settings Water (approx.) Time * (Hours) Washes/ Rinses Heavy For pots, pans casseroles and dinnerware with dried-on or bakedon soils, and silverware Default Surge, Hi-Temp, and Heat 7.0 - 7.9 gal. 26.6 - 29.9 liters 2 1/4 - 3 1/4 4 Washes 3 Rinses Normal For regularly soiled dishes and silverware. Default Surge, Normal, and Heat 2.9 - 7.3 gal. 11.0 - 27.
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.
PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES Loading the Bottom Rack Features and appearance of racks and silverware basket may vary from your model. The bottom rack is best for plates, saucers, bowls, and cookware. Large items should be placed along the edge so they do not block the spray arm rotation. For best results, place bowls, casseroles, and sauce pans with soiled surface facing down or toward the center. Tilt slightly for better drainage. Make sure tall items do not block spray arm rotation.
PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES Loading the Silverware Basket CAUTION Mix items in each section of the basket with some pointing up and some down to avoid nesting. Water spray cannot reach nested items. 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. Load the silverware basket while it is in the bottom rack or take the basket out for loading on a counter or table.
DISHWASHER DISPENSER & DETERGENTS Filling the Detergent Dispenser The detergent dispenser has a main wash cup where you will add your detergent or detergent tab. • Use only fresh automatic dishwashing detergent. Other detergents may cause oversudsing. • When using automatic dishwashing detergent tablet, place one tablet in main wash cup and close. • Add detergent just before starting cycle. • Store detergent in a cool, dry location. Moist or caked detergent may not dissolve properly. To add detergent: 1.
DISHWASHER DISPENSER & DETERGENTS Dosage of Detergent Place a single detergent tablet or packet into the detergent dispenser compartment. Detergent Usage Chart Water Hardness Amount of detergent (teaspoons) Dispenser cup level Soft Water (0-3 grains) Medium Hard Water (4-8 grains) Hard Water (9-12 grains) 4 teaspoons 6 teaspoons 8 teaspoons First Line Second Line Full NOTE For very hard water, detergent alone may not be enough.
FACTORS AFFECTING PERFORMANCE Rinse Aid Rinse aid greatly improves drying, reduces water spots, filming. With it water “sheets” off dishes rather than forming water droplets that cling and leave spots. A dispenser, located next to the detergent cup, automatically releases a measured amount of rinse aid during the last rinse. If spotting and poor drying are problems, increase the amount of rinse aid dispensed. The indicator will be dark when full and will show clear when it is time to refill.
CARE AND CLEANING Outside Occasionally wipe with a mild nonabrasive detergent and water. Rinse and dry. 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 the dishwasher will drain properly. A drain air gap is usually mounted on the counter top and can be inspected by removing the cover. This is not part of your dishwasher and is not covered by warranty.
CARE AND CLEANING Winterizing CAUTION A dishwasher left in an unheated place should be protected from freezing. Have a qualified person do the following: To Disconnect Service: 1. Turn off electrical power to the dishwasher at the supply source by removing fuses or tripping circuit breaker. 2. Shut off water supply. 3. Place a pan under the inlet valve. Disconnect water line from the inlet valve and drain into pan. 4. Disconnect drain line from pump and drain water into pan. To Restore Service: 1.
BEFORE YOU CALL Before calling for service, review this list. It • Home water pressure may be too low - it may save you both time and expense. This should be 20 to 120 pounds per square inch list includes common experiences that are (psi). not the result of defective workmanship or Dishware Chipped material in your dishwasher. • Load with care and do not overload. (See Food Soils Left on Dishes Preparing and Loading Dishes). • Choose another cycle for longer washing time. • Place delicate items in top rack.
BEFORE YOU CALL Dishwasher Leaks • Use only fresh detergent designed for automatic dishwashers. Measure detergent carefully. Try a different brand. Etching • Using too much detergent especially in soft or softened water causes damage that looks like a film but cannot be removed. • Adjust the amount of detergent based on the water hardness. (Check Detergent Chart). • Lower the water temperature. Dishwasher has an Odor • Soiled dishes left in dishwasher too long can create an odor. Use Rinse Only cycle.
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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.
