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Dishwasher Product Registration Card Use & Care Manual Please fill in completely, sign and return promptly! 18” Built-In & Portable Safety Instructions ......Features ......Operating Instructions ....... Preparing and Loading Dishes....Dishwasher Dispenser and Detergents ....Factors Affecting Performance ....... Care and Cleaning ......
Important Safety Instructions Please read all instructions before using your dishwasher. Use your dishwasher only as • Always disconnect electrical power to the dishwasher before servicing. instructed in this Use and Care Manual. Installation and grounding instructions are • Repairs made by an untrained person can included with your new dishwasher for the result in shock, or risk of injury, due to installer's reference.
Dishwasher Features 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 with the heating element. This water is constantly pumped through the rotating spray arm and center wash tower and sprayed onto the dishes.
Operating Instructions 1. Load dishwasher following all directions on Wash Cycle Selections pages 5-7. Pots & Pans 2. Before adding detergent, make sure dispenser (91 minutes) (8.8 gallons) (2 washes, 3 rinses, dry) cups are dry. Do not add detergent until you For pots, pans, casseroles and dinnerware with are ready to operate the dishwasher.
Operating Instructions Preparing and Loading Dishes continued 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 (14 minutes) (1.6 gallons) (1 rinse) For rinsing dishes that will be washed later: 1.
Preparing and Loading Dishes continued Loading the Top Rack Glasses and cups —Place glasses and cups against outside pins at an angle. Cups with a concave bottom will collect water. Small plates and saucers —Place dishes between middle two rows of pins. Plasticware —Load plasticware in the top rack to avoid melting.
Preparing and Loading Dishes continued DO NOT block the center area of the lower rack when loading. Because the center wash tower extends through this area, blockage may result in poor cleaning. Loading the Silverware Basket Load sharp items with handles up. Be sure items do not protrude through the holes in the basket and stop the rotation of the spray arm.
Dishwasher Dispenser & Detergents Dishwasher detergents contain ingredients to Detergent Chart clean dishes, protect metal and china, soften hard Water Hardness Amount per Cup water and prevent foaming and oversudsing. Laundry and other types of detergents and soaps 1 Tablespoon Soft will oversuds and may cause water to overflow (0 - 3.5 grains per gallon)
Factors Affecting Care and Cleaning Performance Water Pressure To prevent injury, allow dish- washer to cool before cleaning. Be careful when Water pressure should be between 15 and 120 cleaning around the pump area because there pounds per square inch. Low water pressure may be glass fragments from broken glass occurs most often during periods of high water items.
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Care and Cleaning continued Winterizing Vacation Time If your dishwasher will not be used for more than A dishwasher that will not be used for an extended one week, turn off water supply to dishwasher. length of time or is located where temperatures Turn dishwasher circuit breaker to “OFF”...
Connecting and Disconnecting the Portable/ 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. Faucet Adapter The power cord, faucet coupler and hoses are located in a compartment in back of dishwasher.
Changing Color Panels Installing Reversible Door and Access Panels Some models are equipped with reversible door and access panel inserts that offer three decorative colors. To prevent electrical shock, disconnect electrical power supply to dishwasher before changing panel. Trim Strips Insert Door Panel Loosen all screws A c c e s s...
Common Dishwashing Problems and Solutions Chipped dishes and glasses Dishes not clean can result —Check pages 4 to 9 for information on correct wash cycle, proper loading, from rough handling and improper loading. Do not water temperature, water pressure, hard water, put glasses in direct contact with other items.
Common Dishwashing Troubleshooting Problems and Solutions Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you continued both time and expense. This list includes common experiences that are not the result of defective workmanship or material. Do not place silver next to or touching stainless steel utensils in dishwasher silverware basket.
Consumer Services Dishwasher Warranty Your appliance is warranted by White Consolidated Industries, Inc. WCI has authorized Frigidaire Consumer Services and their authorized servicers to perform services under this warranty. WCI authorizes no one else to change or add to any of these obligations under this warranty.
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Consumer Services Dishwasher Warranty — Canada For service under this warranty, contact your local dealer/ WARRANTOR: retailer, authorized FRIGIDAIRE PARTS AND SERVICE Frigidaire Canada depot, or: 866 Langs Drive Cambridge, Ontario FRIGIDAIRE PARTS AND SERVICE N3H 2N7 P.O. Box 210 Guelph, Ontario This dishwasher is a branded product of Frigidaire Canada.
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Service à la clientèle Lave-Vaisselle Garantie — Canada GARANT: Pour obtenir le service prévu par cette garantie, Frigidaire Canada communiquez avec votre détaillant, un dépositaire 866 Langs Drive de service autorisé par FRIGIDAIRE – PIÈCES ET Cambridge, Ontario SERVICE, ou: N3H 2N7 FRIGIDAIRE –...
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