Frigidaire FFCD2413UW Use & Care Manual page 12

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Filling the Detergent Dispenser
The detergent dispenser has two deter-
gent cups. The smaller one is for addi-
tion to the pre-wash and the larger is for
release to the main wash.
• Use only fresh automatic dishwashing
detergent. Other detergents may
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
may not dissolve properly.
CAUTION
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
(0-3 grains)
Heavy 2 teaspoons
Wash or (each cup:
Normal 1/4 full)
Wash
1 Hr. Wash 2 teaspoons
(Main Wash
cup-1/4 full)
As a rule, use 1 teaspoon for each grain above 12. For very hard water, detergent alone
may not be enough and then a water softener is recommended to improve water
quality and dishwashing performance.
Rinse Aid
Indicator
If the cover is closed on the Main Wash
Cup open by pressing the Cover Latch.
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 etching to some glassware which
is surface damage that appears like a film
but cannot be wiped off. Your local water
company, water softener company or
county extension agent can tell you the
water hardness in your area.
Detergent Usage Chart
Medium Hard Water
(4-8 grains)
5 teaspoons
(each cup: fill to line
above "Regular")
5 teaspoons
(each cup: fill to line
above "Regular")
Cover
Pre-Wash Cup
Hard Water
(9-12 grains)
8 teaspoons Each Cup:
(each cup: Completely Full
completely (water softener
full) recommended)
8 teaspoons Main Wash Cup:
Completely Full
(Main Wash
(water softener
cup: com-
recommended)
pletely full)
Main
Wash Cup
Cover
Latch
Very Hard Water
(Over 12 grains)