All about the
Use&Care
of your
Dishwasher
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safety Instructions .............................. 2
Product Registration........................................... 3
Dishwasher Features ......................................... 4
Operating Instructions ..................................... 5-6
Preparing and Loading Dishes .......................... 7-9
Dishwasher Dispenser and Detergents ............... 10
Factors Affecting Performance .......................... 11
Care and Cleaning ........................................... 12
Solutions to Common Dishwashing Problems ..13-14
Warranty ........................................................ 15
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
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NOTE
This Use & Care Guide is part of our commitment to customer
satisfaction and product quality throughout the service life of
your new appliance.
Very Important Information—
Read Before Operating Your
Dishwasher!
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Normal Operating Sounds
This dishwasher does not sound like most
dishwashers—IT'SQUIETER.
Purchase date
Model number
Serial number
Your Precision Direct Wash System® dishwasher uses
energy efficient motors for the wash and drain
portions of the cycle you select. Each cycle has a
series of water fills and drains for washing and rinsing
dishes. As each cycle begins, you may–or may not–
hear the drain motor.
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to serve you. You can register online at
www.frigidaire.com or by dropping your Product
Registration Card in the mail.
The next sound you will hear is the splashing water as
it enters the tub. Then the lower arm rotates and
circulates water. This is followed by a pause and a
slightly different sound as the upper arms spray water.
If you listen closely, you will hear the change in sound
as the wash action switches from one arm to the
other.
PLEASEBEADVISED:Ifyoucomparethis
dishwasher to previous models, you may be
surprised at what you DON'T hear!
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DISHWASHER FEATURES
Your dishwasher cleans by spraying a mixture of hot water and detergent through the spray arms against soiled surfaces.
First, the dishwasher fills with water covering the filter area. Water is then pumped through the filter and spray arms. Soil
particles go down the drain as the water is pumped out and replaced with clean water. The number of water fills will vary
with the cycle being used.
Top Rack
Nozzle
Tub
Cup Shelves
(on some models)
Serial Label
(located on
Bottom
MiddleSprayArm
Silverware
Glass Trap
Lower Spray Arm
Overfill Protector
Self-Cleaning
Filter
Heating Element
Detergent Dispenser
Rinse Aid
Vent
Appearance may vary from your model.
Getting Started
NOTE
1. Load dishwasher (See Preparing and Loading Dishes).
2. Add detergent (See Dishwasher Dispenser &
Detergents).
The dishwasher is programmed to remember your last
cycle so you do not have to reset each time. To start the
dishwasher using the same cycle and options selected on
the previous wash, just press the START/CANCEL pad.
3. Add rinse aid, if needed (See Rinse Aid).
4. Close door to latch.
5. Select desired CYCLE (See Cycle Chart). The indicator
light above the pad will glow when selected.
6. Select desired OPTIONS (See Energy Options). The
indicator light above the pad will glow when selected.
7. Run hot water faucet nearest dishwasher until water
is hot. Turn water off.
Wash Cycle Selections
Cycle times are approximate and will vary with options
selected. Hot water is necessary to activate dishwasher
detergent and melt fatty food soils. An automatic sensor will
check the incoming water temperature and, if it is not hot
enough, the timer will be delayed for automatic water
heating in the main wash of all cycles. This happens even
when HI-TEMP WASH option has not been selected. When
HI-TEMP WASH is selected, an even higher temperature will
be guaranteed to handle heavier soil loads.
8. To start, press START/CANCEL pad.
NOTE
*Notallcyclesandoptionsavailableonallmodels.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Appearance may vary from your model.
* Delay Start
Options Selections (*available on
The DELAY START option allows you to automatically delay
starting your dishwasher from 1-10, 1-24 or 2-4-6 hours
dependingonyourmodel.
select models)
* Hi-Temp Wash
When HI-TEMP WASH option is selected, the dishwasher
heats water in the main wash to approximately 140°F
(60°C).
On models with 1-10 or 1-24 hour delay, press the DELAY
START pad until the desired delay time shows in the
STATUS window. A light will come on indicating the delay
start hours and will remain on until cycle starts.
This increase in water temperature helps
On models with 2-4-6 hour delay, press the pad once for a 2
hour delay, twice for 4 hours and three times for 6 hours. A
light will come on indicating the delay start hours and will
remain on until cycle starts.
dishwasher detergent remove food grease and soil from
dishes more effectively and aids in drying. HI-TEMP WASH
option can be used with all cycles except RINSE ONLY. HI-
TEMP WASH is automatically provided when HEAVY WASH
cycle is selected.
To cancel the DELAY START option and begin the cycle
before the delay period is over, press the START/CANCEL
pad.
When HI-TEMP WASH option is selected, the light above
the pad will come on and remain on until end of cycle. To
turn off the HI-TEMP WASH option, press the pad a second
time. The light above the pad will turn off.
Child Lock Controls
To prevent children from accidently changing the
dishwasher cycle or starting the dishwasher, lock the
dishwasher controls by pressing and releasing the RINSE
ONLY pad (some models) or the NO HEAT DRY pad (some
models) for 8 seconds while the door is latched. An
indicator light on the lock graphic pad will illuminate when
the controls are locked and no new selections can be made
until the lock is released. To unlock the controls, press the
RINSE ONLY pad or NO HEAT DRY pad until the indicator
lightgoesout.
Heat Dry
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. You may
choose not to select the HEAT DRY option; however you will
have items in your dish load that will not be completely dry
at the end of the cycle.
Opening the door longer than one minute during the dry
cycle cancels the selected dry program.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Cycle Chart
* Includes dry time
Washes/
Rinses
Cycle
To Select Cycle
Water
Time*
(Hours)
(approx.)
Heavy Wash/Pots & Pans
Select HEAVY WASH/POTS &
PANSanddesiredOPTIONS.
HI-TEMPWASHwill
automaticallybeprovided,
SANITIZEoptional.
9.2 gal.
7.7 imp.gal.
34.7 liters
4 washes
4 rinses
2 1/2
For pots, pans, casseroles and
dinnerwarewith
dried-on or baked-on soils.
NormalWash
3 washes
2 rinses
5.2 gal.
4.3 imp.gal.
19.7 liters
1 3/4
Select NORMAL WASH and
desired OPTIONS. Selecting
HI-TEMPONorSANITIZEwill
result in a Longer cycle.
For regularly soiled dishes
andsilverware.
2 washes
2 rinses
LightWash/EcoWash
For Lightly soiled and pre-rinsed
dishes and silverware.
4.7 gal.
1 1/2
1 1/4
SelectLIGHTWASH/ECO
3.9 imp.gal.
17.8 liters
WASHanddesiredOPTIONS.
TopRack
3.6 gal.
3.0 imp.gal.
13.6 liters
2 washes
1 rinses
Select TOP RACK and desired
OPTIONS.
For lightly soiled or pre-rinsed
dishes and silverware when you
do not have a full load.
gal.
imp.gal.
liters
2.3
1.9
8.9
RinseOnly
For rinsing dishes that will be
washed later.
2 rinses
1/4
SelectRINSEONLY.
DONOTUSEdetergent.
* Status Indicator Lights
* Sanitize Option
To sanitize your dishes and glassware, select the
SANITIZE option. When selected, the light above the pad
will come on and remain on until end of cycle. The water
temperature in the final rinse will be raised to 155°F
(68°C) and will maintain that temperature for 9 minutes.
This option is available in Heavy and Normal Wash cycles.
Only these sanitization cycles have been designed to meet
NSFrequirements.
The WASHING light comes on at the beginning of cycle
and remains on until the end of the main wash.
TheDRYINGlightindicatesthedryingportionofthecycle.
The light will come on when either drying option is
selected.
WhentheSANITIZEoptionisselected, theSANITIZEDlight
will glow when the SANITIZE cycle is finished. If the
dishwasher did not properly sanitize the dishes, the light
will not come on. This can happen if the cycle is
interrupted. The light will remain on until the door is
opened.
The cycle time will be extended until the proper water
temperature is reached. Washing action will continue
during the water heating delay. For best results, the
incoming water temperature should be at least 120°F
(49°C).
The CLEAN light will come on at end of cycle and remain
on until door is opened.
The sanitize criteria may not be satisfied if there is an
interruption of the cycle, power failure or if the incoming
water temperature is below 120°F (49°C).
To Cancel a Cycle
To turn off the SANITIZE option, press the pad a second
time. The light above the pad will turn off.
You can cancel a cycle anytime during the cycle. Press
START/CANCEL pad and the dishwasher will start a 90
second drain. At the end of the drain, select the desired
cycle.
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PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES
Dish Preparation
Scrape away large pieces of food, bones, pits,
toothpicks, etc. The continuous filtered wash system will
remove remaining food particles. Burned-on foods
should be loosened before loading. 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.
• Load racks so that large items do not preventthe
detergentdispenserfromopening.
• Checkmanufacturer's
recommendations
before washing items
inquestion.
• If the dishwasher
drains into a food
disposer, be sure
disposeris
10 place settings standard loading pattern.
completelyempty
before starting
dishwasher.
Loading the Top Rack
Features and appearance of racks and silverware basket
may vary from your model.
The upper rack is designed for flexibility in loading a
wide variety of items including cups, glasses, stemware,
small plates, bowls, etc.
Load glasses in top rack. Damage may occur if placed in
bottomrack.
Load plastic items in top rack only. Melting may occur if
placed in bottom rack.
Load items with open ends facing down for better
cleaning and draining.
12 place settings standard loading pattern.
Damage may occur if delicate items touch each other
during dishwasher operation.
Some models have a fold-down cup shelf or a cup shelf/
stemware holder. They can be used to load two levels of
cups, juice glasses, and other short items. Stagger items on
upper level so that water can reach all inside surfaces. Fold
up to load tall glasses.
Long-handled knives and utensils can be placed in top
rack.
Be sure nothing protrudes through the bottom of the rack
to block rotation of middle spray arm.
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