Preparing And Loading Dishes; Dish Preparation; Loading The Bottom Rack; Loading The Dishwasher - Frigidaire Dishwasher Use & Care Manual

Dish Preparation

Prior to loading dishware into the dishwasher:
Scrape away large pieces of food, bones, pits,
toothpicks, etc. Loosen burned-on foods.
Empty liquids from glasses and cups.
Foods such as mustard, mayonnaise, vinegar,
lemon juice and tomato-based products may
cause discoloration of stainless steel and
plastics if allowed to sit for a long period of
time. Unless the dishwasher is to be operated
at once, it is best to rinse off these food soils
before loading the dishwasher.
This unit uses very little water. Generally,
running the cycle - even with half of a load
is more economical than rinsing by hand and
waiting to run the unit when a full load is
ready to wash.
• If the dishwasher drains into a Food
Disposer, be sure disposer is
completely empty before starting
dishwasher.

Loading the Dishwasher

• Load racks so that large items do not
block the detergent dispenser door from
opening.
• Check manufacturer's recommendations
before washing items in question.

Loading the Top Rack

Features and appearance of racks and
silverware basket may vary from your model.
The top rack is designed for cups, glasses,
small plates, saucers and bowls.
Load glasses in top rack for better support.
Damage may occur if placed in bottom rack.
Load plastic items in top rack only. Melting
may occur if placed in bottom rack.

PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES

Load items with open ends facing down for
better cleaning and draining.
Damage may occur if delicate items touch
each other during dishwasher operation.
Long-handled knives and utensils can be
placed in top rack.

Loading the Bottom Rack

Features and appearance of racks and
silverware basket may vary from your model.
The lower rack is best for plates, saucers,
bowls, and cookware. Large items should be
placed along the edge so they do not block
the spray arm extension. For best results,
place bowls, casseroles, and sauce pans with
soiled surface facing down and toward the
center. Tilt items slightly for better drainage.
Make sure tall items will not block the
detergent dispenser's door.
Be sure pan handles do not protrude through
the bottom of the rack and block the spray
arm rotation.
Do not
block tower
protector
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