Frigidaire 18" Built-In and Portable Dishwasher manual

READ AND SA VE THESE INSTR UCTIONS P/N 154575001 (0512) Visit our W eb Site at ww w .frigidaire.com Dishwasher Use & Care Manual 18" Built-In and P ortable Record All Information For Future Reference Brand: Purchase Date: Model #: Serial #: (see Features page for location) Questions? 1-800-944-9044 (United States) 1-866-213-9397 (Canada) V[...]

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. • DISHW ASHE[...]

3 Door Spring Motor Bottom Rack page 6 Dishwasher Features Serial label (located on right side of tub) Your dishwasher, illustrated below, cleans by spraying a mixture of hot, clean water, and detergent against the soiled surfaces of your dishes and tableware. Each cycle starts with a pre-drain. Next, the dishwasher fills with water to a level even[...]

4 Operating Instructions Appearance may vary from your model. Energy Options W ater Heat Option When WATER HEATER option is selected, the heating element in bottom of tub will raise the main wash water temperature to approximately 140°F. Wash action will continue but timer will not advance until this water temperature has been reached. The hotter [...]

5 Operating Instructions continued Dish Preparation It is not necessary to rinse dishes before putting them into the dishwasher. Just remove large pieces and quantities of food, bones, pits, etc. Empty glasses and cups. It may be necessary to presoak or lightly scour firmly cooked-on or baked-on foods. Foods such as mustard, mayonnaise, vinegar, le[...]

6 Adding a Dish 1. Make sure there is a full wash cycle yet to be completed so that any added items are thoroughly washed and rinsed. 2. Unlatch door and wait for water action to stop. 3. Open door and add dish. 4. Firmly close door to latch and resume cycle. Loading the Silverware Basket Load sharp items with handles up. Be sure items do not protr[...]

7 Dishwasher Dispenser & Detergents[...]

8 Factors Affecting Performance W ater Pressure Water pressure should be between 20 and 120 pounds per square inch. Low water pressure occurs most often during periods of high water consumption, such as when laundry or showers are being done. To determine if you have enough water pressure, put a 2 quart container under fully opened hot water faucet[...]

9 Outside —Occasionally wash with a mild nonabrasive detergent and water. Rinse and dry. Inside —The inside of the dishwasher is self- cleaning with normal use. If hard water causes lime deposit buildup, clean using the following instructions: 1. After dishwasher begins to fill, open door and pour 2 cups of white vinegar into dishwasher. Do not[...]

10 Care and Cleaning continued Property Damage Hazard Freezing temperatures may cause water lines to rupture. Be sure all supply lines to and circulating lines within dishwasher are protected. Failure to do so could result in property damage. Winterizing A dishwasher that will not be used for an extended length of time or is located where temperatu[...]

11 Connecting and Disconnecting the Port able/ Convertible Dishwasher The portable/convertible dishwasher must be connected to a faucet and electrical outlet each time it is used. Follow directions on this page to properly connect dishwasher. IMPORTANT: Make sure door is latched before moving dishwasher. The power cord, faucet coupler and hoses are[...]

12 Common Dishwashing Problems and Solutions Dishes not clean —Check pages 4 to 8 for information on correct wash cycle, proper loading, water temperature, water pressure, hard water, amount of detergent, old and ineffective detergent, and dish placement. Dishes not drying can be greatly improved by using a rinse aid and hot water. Hot water rais[...]

13 Do not place silver next to or touching stainless steel utensils in dishwasher silverware basket. This can cause pitting of stainless steel blades. (Most silver knives have stainless steel blades. Do not let blades touch other stainless steel utensils during wash cycle.) T arnish on silver plate occurs when worn down to the base metal and turns [...]

14 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[...]