And Detergents; Filling The Detergent Dispenser; How Much Detergent To Use; Detergent Usage Guide - Frigidaire FBD2400K Use And Care Manual

Dishwasher Dispenser & Detergents

Filling the Detergent Dispenser

The detergent dispenser has one covered and
one uncovered 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 cause
oversudsing.
• When using automatic dishwashing
detergent tabs, place one tab in main wash
cup and close.
• Add detergent just before starting cycle.
• Store detergent in a cool, dry location. Moist
or caked detergent will not dissolve properly.
The use of industrial grade detergent can
damage the heating coil and other parts of
the dishwasher leading to damage to the
unit and surrounding property. Use only
household grade automatic dishwasher
detergents.
Cycle Soft Water
Pots & Pans 2 teaspoons
(each cup–
Normal Wash
Light Wash 2 teaspoons
(Main Wash cup–
No Detergent
Rinse/Hold
*Note: For very hard water, detergent alone may not be enough. A water softener is recommended
to improve water quality and dishwashing performance. Try adding more detergent at the beginning
of the main wash portion of the cycle. As a rule, use 1 teaspoon for each grain above 12. Unlatch
the door, open slowly and add detergent to the bottom of the tub. Close the door to latch and the
dishwasher will continue through the cycle.

Detergent Usage Guide

Medium Hard Water
(0-3 grains)
(each cup–fill to line
1/4 full)
above "Regular")
5 teaspoons
(Main Wash cup–fill to
1/4 full)
line above "Regular")
No Detergent

How much Detergent to use

The amount of detergent to use depends on the
water hardness. Water hardness is measured in
grains per gallon. Using too little detergent can
result in poor cleaning and hard water filming or
spotting. Using too much detergent in soft water
can cause a permanent film called etching. Your
local water company, water softener company
or county extension agent can tell you the water
hardness in your area.
Note: If the cover is closed on the Main
Wash Cup, open by pressing the cover
latch.
(4-8 grains)
5 teaspoons
(Main Wash cup–
6
Cover
Pre Wash
Cup
Hard Water Very Hard Water*
(9-12 grains)
8 teaspoons
Completely Full
(each cup–
(water softener
completely full)
recommended)
8 teaspoons Main Wash Cup–
Completely Full
(water softener
completely full)
recommended)
No Detergent
(water softener
recommended)
Main
Wash Cup
Cover Latch
(over 12 grains)
Each Cup–
No Detergent