Frigidaire 3000 User Manual

Dishwasher

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Use & Care Manual

3000 SpeedClean Series with AquaSurge Technology

Safety

Instructions ........................

Features ............................. 3

Normal Operating

Sounds ............................... 4

Operating

Instructions ...................... 4-8

Preparing and

Loading Dishes ..............

9-13

Dishwasher Dispenser

and Detergents ..............14-15

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Model #:

Serial #:

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Factors Affecting

Performance .....................

Care and

Cleaning ............................ 16

Solutions to Common Dishwashing Problems...17-19

Consumer Services

Warranty & Service ............................. 20

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Important Safety Instructions

This symbol will help alert you to such dangers as personal injury, burns, fire, and electrical shock.

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions including the following:

• Read all instructions before using your dishwasher.

• Use your dishwasher only as instructed in this Use and Care Manual.

• This Manual does not cover every possible condition and situation that may occur. Use common sense and caution when installing, operating and maintaining any appliance.

• NSF certified residential dishwashers are not intended for licensed food establishments.

• DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRICALLY GROUNDED. Read the Installation Instructions for details.

• This dishwasher is designed to operate on regular house current (120 V, 60 Hz). Use a circuit equipped with a 15 ampere fuse or circuit breaker. Use a 20 ampere fuse if dishwasher is connected with a food waste disposer.

• Do not operate dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are in their proper place.

• To avoid entrapment and/or suffocation, remove door or door latch mechanism from any dishwasher that is discarded or not in use.

• Keep young children and infants away from dishwasher when it is operating.

• Do not let children abuse, sit, stand or play on door or racks of a dishwasher.

• Use only detergents and rinse agents recommended for use in a dishwasher.

• Store dishwasher detergent and rinse agents out of the reach of children.

• Do not wash plastic items unless marked “dishwasher safe” or the equivalent. Check with manufacturer for recommendations, if not

marked. Items that are not dishwasher safe may melt and create a potential fire hazard.

• If the dishwasher drains into a food disposer, make sure disposer is completely empty before running dishwasher.

• Disconnect electrical power to dishwasher before servicing.

• Repairs should be done by a qualified technician.

• Do not tamper with controls.

• Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use.

• Use care unloading the dishware when the

SANITIZE option has been selected. Contents may be hot to the touch immediately after the end of cycle.

• Water vapor from the vent may be hot to the

touch when the SANITIZE option has been selected. Use care and do not let small children play around or touch the vent area of the dishwasher.

• When loading items to be washed:

- Locate sharp items and knives so that they

are not likely to damage the door seal or tub.

- Load sharp items and knives with the

handles up to reduce the risk of cut-type injuries.

• Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If hot water system has not been used for such a period, before using dishwasher, turn on all hot water faucets and let water flow from each for several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. HYDROGEN GAS IS FLAMMABLE. Do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.

• Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

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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. Each cycle begins with a pre-drain. Next, 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.

Tub Gasket

Middle Spray Arm

page 9

Adjustable Upper Rack

page 10

Removable High Side Shelf

page 12

Lower Spray Arm

Overfill Protector

page 16

Detergent Dispenser

page 14

Upper Spray Arm

Top Rack

pages 9-11

Removable Versa-tray

pages 10,11

Bowl Tines

page 10

Serial Label

(located on right side of tub)

Bottom Rack

page 11,12

Silverware Basket

page 13

Glass Trap

page 16

Self-Cleaning Filter

page 16

Heating Element

page 16

Rinse Aid Dispenser

page 15

Vent

pages 4,18

Operating Instructions

Very Important Information—Read Before

Operating Your Dishwasher!

Normal Operating Sounds

This dishwasher does not sound like most dishwashers—IT'S QUIETER.

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.

Appearance may vary from your model.

Getting Started

1. Load dishwasher (See Preparing and Loading Dishes).

2. Add detergent (See Dishwasher Dispenser & Detergents).

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.

8. To start, press START/CANCEL pad.

Note: 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.

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 middle arm sprays water. If you listen closely, you will hear the change in sound as the wash action switches from one arm to the other.

PLEASE BE ADVISED: If you compare this dishwasher to previous models, you may be surprised at what you DON'T hear!

Wash Cycle Selections

Note: 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.

Operating Instructions (continued)

On some models, the Smart Sensor checks the soil level on your dishes in the Ultimate Scrub, Normal and Econo Wash cycles. Depending on soil level, the sensor will determine if additional water fills are needed to clean the dishes or if water fills can be deleted. Cycle time and water usage will vary based on the amount of soil on the dishes. Cycle time will also vary based on the options selected and the incoming water temperature. Note: Not all cycles available on all models.

Cycle Chart

Cycle

Ultimate Scrub

For pots, pans, casseroles and dinnerware with dried-on or baked-on soils.

Normal Wash

For regularly soiled dishes and silverware.

Econo Wash

For lightly soiled and pre-rinsed dishes and silverware.

Speed Clean

A fast wash for regularly soiled dishes and silverware.

China Crystal

For lightly soiled china and crystal.

To Select Cycle

Select ULTIMATE SCRUB and desired OPTIONS. HI-TEMP WASH and SANITIZE will automatically be provided.

Select NORMAL WASH and desired OPTIONS.

Select ECONO WASH and desired OPTIONS.

Select SPEED CLEAN and desired OPTIONS.

Select CHINA CRYSTAL and desired OPTIONS.

Soil Level

Heavy and Medium

Light

Heavy

Medium

Light

Heavy

Medium and Light

Water

(approx.)

gal.

9.9 imp. gal.

8.2 liters

37.5 gal.

7.5 imp. gal.

6.3 liters

28.5 gal.

7.3 imp. gal.

6.1 liters

27.6 gal.

6.1 imp. gal.

5.1 liters

23.1

4.9

gal.

4.1

imp. gal.

18.5

liters gal.

6.1 imp. gal.

5.1 liters

23.1 gal.

4.9 imp. gal.

4.1 liters

18.6

5.3

gal.

4.4

imp. gal.

20.1

liters

gal.

6.1 imp. gal.

5.1 liters

23.1

Time*

(minutes)

127

105

Washes/ Rinses

2 washes 6 rinses

2 washes 4 rinses

2 washes 3 rinses

2 washes 2 rinses

3 wash 2 rinses

2 wash 2 rinses

2 wash 3 rinses

Upper Rack

For lightly soiled or pre-rinsed dishes and silverware when you do not have a full load.

Lower Rack

For lightly soiled or pre-rinsed dishes, pots, pans and silverware when you do not have a full load.

Rinse Only

For rinsing dishes that will be washed later.

Select UPPER RACK and desired OPTIONS.

Select LOWER RACK and desired OPTIONS.

Select RINSE ONLY. DO NOT USE detergent.

3.7

3.1

14.0

3.7

3.1

14.0

2.4

2.0

9.1

gal. imp. gal. liters

* Includes dry time.

2 wash 1 rinses

2 rinses

Operating Instructions (continued)

Options Selections

Favorite Cycle

The FAVORITE CYCLE option allows you to program your preferred cycle and options into one button. Once programmed, simply press the FAVORITE CYCLE button followed by the START/CANCEL pad.

To program the FAVORITE CYCLE button:

1) Select your preferred cycle and options

2) Hold the FAVORITE CYCLE button for 3 seconds

The display will flash for 2 seconds indicating the FAVORITE CYCLE option has been programmed.

To change the FAVORITE CYCLE option simple repeat steps one and two above.

Turbo Boost

The TURBO BOOST option overrides the normal cycle speed and adjusts to the maximum wash speed. This option is recommended when there is a heavy soiled load. TURBO BOOST can be used with ULTIMATE SCRUB, NORMAL WASH, and ECONO WASH cycles. TURBO BOOST may be selected before the wash cycle is started or anytime during the wash cycle.

Wash Silencer

The WASH SILENCER option overides normal cycle speed and adjusts to the quietest cycle speed. This option can be used with NORMAL WASH, ECONO WASH, UPPER RACK, and LOWER RACK cycles. WASH SILENCER can be selected before the wash cycle is started, or anytime during the wash cycle.

Hi-Temp Wash

When HI-TEMP WASH option is selected, the dishwasher heats water in the main wash to approximately 140°F (60°C).

This increase in water temperature helps dishwasher detergent remove food grease and soil from dishes more effectively and aids in drying. HITEMP WASH option can be used with all cycles except CHINA CRYSTAL (some models) and RINSE ONLY. HI-TEMP WASH is automatically provided when ULTIMATE SCRUB cycle is selected.

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) assuring bacteria is destroyed. This option is available in Ultimate Scrub, Normal and Econo cycles. Only these sanitization cycles have been designed to meet NSF requirements.

The cycle time will be extended until the proper water temperature is reached.

continue during the water heating delay. For best results, the incoming water temperature should be at least 120°F (49°C).

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 turn off the SANITIZE option, press the pad a second time. The light above the pad will turn off.

Washing action will

No Heat Dry

NO HEAT DRY option saves electricity since the heating element is off during drying portion of cycle. When selected, the light above the pad will come on and remain on until end of cycle. To speed the drying process, open the door slightly after the cycle is complete. Some water droplets may remain on door and tub and in areas where dishes touch silverware basket and rack.

To select heated dry, press the pad a second time. The light above the pad will turn off. Heated dry provides faster drying since the heating element is on during the drying portion of the cycle.

You may see water vapor coming from the vent during the drying portion of cycle. The vent is closed during washing to hold moisture and sound inside. The vent opens during the last few minutes of the final rinse and remains open for drying. The drying option may be changed at any time during the cycle and affects only the drying period.

Opening the door longer than one minute during the dry cycle cancels the selected dry program.

When an option is selected, the light above the pad will come on and remain on until end of cycle. To turn off the option, press the pad a second time. The light above the pad will turn off.

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