Frigidaire 1200 manual

READ AND SA VE THESE INSTR UCTIONS P/N 154575501 (1205) Visit our W eb Site at www.frigidaire.com Dishwasher Use & Care Manual 1200 Series with PrecisionSelect TM Electronic Control Record All Information For Future Reference Brand: Purchase Date: Model #: Serial #: (see Features page for location) Questions? 1-800-944-9044 (United States) 1-80[...]

2 Import ant Safety Instructions • Read all instructions before using your dishwasher . • 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. • NSF certifi[...]

3 Heating Element page 12 Glass Trap page 12 Self-Cleaning Filter page 12 Rinse Aid Dispenser page 11 Nozzle Tub Gasket page 14 Middle Spray Arm pages 14 Lower Spray Arm pages 14 Detergent Dispenser page 10 Vent pages 4,14 Top Rack pages 7,8 Serial Label (located on right side of tub) Bottom Rack page 8 Your dishwasher cleans by spraying a mixture [...]

4 Operating Instructions W ash Cycle Selections Note: Cycle times are approximate and will vary with options selected. Hot water is necessary to activate dishwasher detergent and melt fatty food soils. An automatic sensor will check the incoming water temperature and, if it is not hot enough, the timer will be delayed for automatic water heating in[...]

5 Select POTS & PANS and desired OPTIONS. HI-TEMP WASH and SANITIZE will automatically be provided. 2 washes 5 rinses 104 For pots, pans, casseroles and dinnerware with dried-on or baked-on soils. Cycle Chart Time* (minutes) Washes/ Rinses Water (approx.) To Select Cycle Cycle Pots & Pans Select NORMAL WASH and desired OPTIONS. 2 washes 3 r[...]

6 Status Indicator Lights The WASHING light (some models) comes on at the beginning of cycle and remains on until the end of the main wash. The DRYING light (some models) indicates the drying portion of the cycle. The light will come on when either drying option is selected. When the SANITIZE option is selected, the SANITIZED light will glow when t[...]

7 Preparing and Loading Dishes Dish Preparation Scrape away large pieces of food, bones, pits, toothpicks, etc. The continuous filtered wash system 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 pro[...]

8 Preparing and Loading Dishes (continued) Upper Rack Option The UPPER RACK option can be used to wash a wide assortment of items when you don't have a full load. Also, when the upper rack fills up with glasses and the lower rack is still empty, you don't have to wait anymore for clean glasses. Loading the Bottom Rack Features and appeara[...]

9 Preparing and Loading Dishes (continued) Loading the Silverware Basket Adding a Dish To add or remove items after wash cycle starts: • Unlatch door and wait a few seconds until wash action stops before opening. • Add the item and wait a few seconds to allow cold air to slowly expand inside dishwasher. • Close door firmly to latch and resume[...]

10 Dishwasher Dispenser & Detergents Filling the Detergent Dispenser The detergent dispenser has one main wash and one prewash cup. Detergent in the uncovered cup falls into the dishwasher when the door is closed. The covered cup opens automatically to release detergent. • Use only fresh automatic dishwashing detergent. Other detergents will [...]

11 Dishwasher Dispenser & Detergents (continued) Rinse Aid Rinse aid greatly improves drying and reduces water spots and filming. 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[...]

12 Overfill Protector —keeps dishwasher from overfilling and is located in the left front corner of the tub. • 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 of Drain Air Gap[...]

13 Solutions to Common Dishwashing Problems Glassware/Flatware Spotted or Cloudy • Check water hardness. For extremely hard water , it may be necessary to inst all a water softener . (See Detergent Chart.) • W ater temperature may be low . Avoid extremely low or high temperatures. (See Factors Affecting Performance.) • Avoid overloading and i[...]

14 Solutions to Common Dishwashing Problems (continued) Dishwasher Leaks • Use only fresh detergent designed for automatic dishwashers. Measure detergent carefully . T ry a different brand. • Spilled rinse aid can cause foam and lead to overflowing. Wipe up any spills with a damp cloth. • Check to see that dishwasher is level. (See Installati[...]

15 Solutions to Common Dishwashing Problems (continued) Dishwasher Does Not Drain Properly • If unit is hooked up to a food waste disposer , make sure the disposer is empty . • Check to see if the knockout plug has been removed from inside the food waste disposer inlet. • Check to see if drain hose is kinked. • Make sure cycle is complete, [...]

16 Major Appliance W arranty Information Y our 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 ac[...]