Frigidaire 600 Series manual

READ AND SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS P/N 154255603 (9811) Recor d All Information F or F uture Reference Brand: Purchase Date: Model #: Serial #: (see Features page for location) Questions? 1-800-444-4944 (United States) 1-800-661-9913 (Canada) Dishwasher Use & Care Manual 600 Series Consumer Services W arranty & Service ......................[...]

2 Important Safety Instructions ©1998 White Consolidated Industries, Inc. All rights reserved.  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 inst[...]

3 Y our 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. W ater is then pumped through the filter and spray arms. Soil particles go down the drain as the water is pumped out and replac[...]

4 Operating Instructions Vent Latch Delay Start Allows you to delay starting the POTS & P ANS cycle up to 6 hours.  T urn dial to select number of hours.  Select HI- TEMP W ASH ON option and other desired options.  Close door to latch. The DELA Y ST ART light will come on. Getting Started 1. Load dishwasher (See Preparing and Loading D[...]

5 Operating Instructions (continued) Hi- T emp W ash Option When HI- TEMP W ASH ON option is selected, the dishwasher heats the water in the main wash to approximately 140°F (60°C). W ash action will continue but timer will not advance until proper temperature is reached. The hotter water provided by this option helps activate dishwasher detergen[...]

6 P reparing and Loading Dishes Dish P reparation 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 [...]

7 P reparing and Loading Dishes (continued) Loading the Silverware Basket Mix spoons, forks and knives to prevent nesting. Mixing items gives better cleaning and drying. F or safety , load sharp knives and forks with handles up. Be sure nothing protrudes through bottom of basket or rack to block the spray arm. Do not mix silver and stainless to avo[...]

8 Dishwasher Dispenser & Detergents  Use only fresh automatic dishwashing detergent. Other types will cause oversudsing.  Add detergent just before starting cycle.  Store detergent in a cool, dry location. Moist or caked detergent will not dissolve properly . Filling the Detergent Dispenser The detergent dispenser has one covered and o[...]

9 Dishwasher Dispenser & Detergents (continued) Rinse Aid Rinse aid greatly improves dr ying and reduces water spots and filming. W ater 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 rin[...]

10 Care and Cleaning Outside Occasionally wipe with a mild nonabrasive detergent and water . Rinse and dry . Inside  The inside of the dishwasher is self- cleaning with normal use. If needed, clean around the tub gasket area with a damp cloth. The filter is self -cleaning. A glass trap located in the center of the filter is designed to collec[...]

11 Connecting and Disconnecting the P ortable/ Convertible Dishwasher The portable/convertible dishwasher must be connected to a faucet and electrical outlet each time it is used. F ollow directions on this page to properly connect dishwasher . Faucet Adapter Assembly For Outside Threaded Faucet For Inside Threaded Faucet Use Thin Washer Only Use T[...]

12 Getting W ater While Dishwasher is Running Y ou can get water from the faucet while the dishwasher is connected. However , avoid getting water when the dishwasher is filling or draining. 1. Press red button on coupler to get the water you want. The faucet is set on hot, adjust faucet if you want cold. 2. Be sure hot water is turned back on all t[...]

13 Changing Color P anels Some models come with reversible door panel inserts. T o change the color panel: 1. Remove snap-on bottom trim by pulling forward. Support color panel(s) at bottom while removing trim. Slide color panel(s) downward 1/2 . 2. Grasp top and bottom of panel(s) and bow slightly until they are clear of trim. DO NOT REMO VE SP[...]

14 Solutions to Common Dishwashing P roblems Glassware/Flatware Spotted or Cloudy  Check water hardness. F or extremely hard water , it may be necessary to install a water softener . (See Detergent Chart.)  W ater temperature may be low . A void extremely low or high temperatures. (See Factors A ffecting P erformance.)  A void overloading [...]

15 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. W ipe up any spills with a damp cloth.  Check to see that dishwasher is level. (See Installat[...]

16 Solutions to Common Dishwashing P roblems (continued) Dishwasher Does Not Drain P roperly  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[...]

17 Dishwasher W arranty Warrantor: Frigidaire Company, a division of White Consolidated Industries, Inc. Covered Full One Year Parts and Labor Warrant y For one year from date of purchase, Frigidaire Company will repair or replace any part of the appliance that proves to be defective in materials or workmanship. Limited One Year Parts and Labor War[...]

18 WARRANTOR: Frigidaire Home Products 7075 Ordan Drive Mississauga, Ontario L5T 1K6 This dishwasher is a branded product of Frigidaire Home Products. WARRANTY PERIOD: For the first year after purchase by the original consumer/ owner: For the second and third year after purchase by the original consumer/owner: For the second through tenth year afte[...]