Operating Instructions - Frigidaire MDS251RHR0 Use & Care Manual

Operating
Instructions
Getting Started
1. Load dishwasher following all directions on
pages 5-7.
2. Before adding detergent, make sure dispenser
cups are dry. Do not add detergent until you
are ready to operate the dishwasher. Use only
fresh automatic dishwasher detergent and a
rinse aid for the best results. Detergent
amounts may vary due to local water
conditions. Refer to detergent chart on page 8
for details.
• Add detergent.
• Close lid to detergent cup.
• The dispenser automatically releases
detergent at the correct time during wash
cycle.
3. Select WASH CYCLES for desired wash or
rinse cycle. (See WASH CYCLE
SELECTIONS.)
4. Push OPTIONS buttons desired. See
ENERGY OPTIONS on page 5.
5. Turn dial clockwise to selected cycle.
6. See page 11 for instuctions on connecting the
portable dishwasher.
7. Open hot water faucet nearest dishwasher to
clear cool water from water pipe. Turn off
faucet.
8. To start, firmly close dishwasher door until it
latches. The ON indicator light will glow
throughout the wash, rinse and dry portions of
cycle.
Wash Cycle Selections
Pots & Pans
For pots, pans, casseroles and dinnerware with
dried-on or baked-on soils:
1. Add detergent to both cups. Close lid on
covered cup.
2. Press POTS & PANS/HEAVY WASH button.
3. Select desired energy Options.
4. Turn dial to POTS & PANS.
5. To start, firmly close door.
Heavy Wash
For heavily soiled dishes and silverware:
1. Add detergent to both cups. Close lid on
covered cup.
2. Press POTS & PANS/HEAVY WASH button.
3. Select desired energy Options.
4. Turn dial to HEAVY WASH.
5. To start, firmly close door.
Normal Wash
For regularly soiled dishes and silverware:
1. Add detergent to both cups. Close lid on
covered cup.
2. Press NORMAL WASH/LIGHT WASH button.
3. Select desired energy Options.
4. Turn dial to NORMAL WASH.
5. To start, firmly close door.
Light Wash
For lightly soiled or pre-rinsed dishes and
silverware:
1. Add detergent to covered cup and close.
2. Press NORMAL WASH/LIGHT WASH button.
3. Select desired energy Options.
4. Turn dial to LIGHT WASH.
5. To start, firmly close door.
Rinse/Hold
For rinsing dishes that will be washed later:
1. DO NOT USE detergent.
2. Press NORMAL WASH/LIGHT WASH button.
3. Select COOL DRY Option.
4. Turn dial to RINSE/HOLD.
5. To start, firmly close door.
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