Factors Affecting Performance - Frigidaire Dishwasher Use & Care Manual

DISHWASHER DISPENSER & DETERGENTS
Soft Water
(0-3 grains)
2 teaspoons
(each cup-
1/4 full)
Note: For very hard water, detergent alone may not be enough. A water softener is
recommended to reduce detergent use and to improve water quality and dishwashing
performance. Otherwise, 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.

FACTORS AFFECTING PERFORMANCE

Rinse Aid
Rinse aid greatly improves drying and
reduces water spots and fi lming. It also
lubricates wash arm bearings for proper
rotation. When used, it causes water to
"sheet" off dishes rather than forming water
droplets that cling. Any minerals, or fi ne solids
that may be in the water are left as spots
when the droplets dry.
A dispenser, located next to the detergent cup,
automatically releases a measured amount of
rinse aid during the last rinse. If spotting and
poor drying are problems, increase the amount
of rinse aid dispensed by rotating the dial to a
higher number. The dial is located under the
dispenser cap. The indicator will be dark when
full and will show clear when it is time to refi ll.
To add liquid rinse aid, turn dispense cap 1/4
turn counterclockwise and lift out. Pour in
rinse aid until liquid touches the indicated fi ll
level. Replace cap.
Do not overfi ll since this can cause
oversudsing. Wipe up any spills with a damp
cloth.
The dispenser holds enough for 35 to 140
washes, depending on the dial setting.
Dispenser Opening
RINSE AID
Less
Dispenser Cap
Detergent Usage Chart
Medium Hard Water
(4-8 grains)
5 teaspoons
(each cup- fi ll to line
above "Regular")
Indicator
More
Adjustable Setting
Hard Water
Very Hard Water
(9-12 grains)
8 teaspoons Each Cup-
Completely Full
(each cup-
(water softener
completely full)
recommended)
Water Pressure
The hot water supply line to dishwasher must
provide water pressure between 20 and 120
psi.
Low water pressure may occur when laundry
or showers are in operation. If you experience
poor wash performance you may need to wait
until water use is reduced before starting the
dishwasher.
Water Temperature
Hot water is needed for best dishwashing and
drying results. Water entering the dishwasher
should be at least 120
satisfactory results.
To check water temperature entering
dishwasher:
• Turn on hot water faucet nearest
dishwasher for several minutes to clear
cool water from pipes.
• Hold a candy or meat thermometer in the
water stream to check the temperature.
• If temperature is below 120
have a qualifi ed person raise the hot
water heater thermostat setting.
IMPORTANT
Before starting a cycle, run hot water to
clear cool water from pipe.
The HEAT DRY option in combination with
rinse aid will enhance drying performance.
The energy required to use the HEAT DRY
option costs pennies per cycle. Turning off the
HEAT DRY option; will result in more of the
dish load being wet at the end of the cycle.
(Over 12 grains)
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