Frigidaire FFBD2420UW, FFBD2420US, FFBD2420UB Owner’s Manual

All about the

Use&Care

of your Dishwasher

TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S

Important Safety Instructions.....................	2	Detergent and Rinse Aid Dispenser	.............9
Product Registration...................................	3	Care and Cleaning....................................	11
Features at a Glance..................................	4	Before You Call........................................	13
Operating Instructions................................	5	Major Appliance Warranty.........................	16
Preparing and Loading Dishes.....................	7

www.frigidaire.com USA 1-800-944-9044

www.frigidaire.ca Canada 1-800-265-8352

2018) (November RevA A15930701

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

For your safety, please follow the information in this manual to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, and to help prevent property damage or personal injury.

Proper Installation

Please read the Installation Instructions carefully and follow all instructions when installing the dishwasher.

•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.

•Water supply inlet temperature should be between 120°F (48.9°C) and 135°F (57.2°C).

•Dispose of the discarded appliance and packing material properly.

•The dishwasher must be properly grounded, or it can result in a risk of electric shock. See Installation Instructions for details.

•If there is any damage to the dishwasher, please contact to your Dealer, do not attempt to repair or replace any part by yourself.

Basic Precautions Before Use

•Read all instructions before using the dishwasher.

•The manual does not cover every possible condition and situation that may occur.

Use the dishwasher only for intended function as described in this manual. When loading items to be washed:

•Load sharp items and knives so that they are not likely to damage the door seal and tub.

•Load sharp items and knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of injury.

•Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked dishwasher safe. If not marked, check with manufacture for recommendation. Items that are not dishwasher safe may melt and create a potential fire hazard.

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

•Do not tamper with controls.

•Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place.

•Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use, especially if the sanitize option has been selected.

•To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in or on a dishwasher.

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

•Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the 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.

•Use only detergents or rinse agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and keep them out of the reach of children.

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

•Do not use the dishwasher if it has a damaged power line or plug, and do not plug the dishwasher into a

damaged outlet. Failure to observe these instructions may result in electrical shock.

•Remove the door to the washing compartment when removing an old dishwasher from service or discarding it.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using your dishwasher, follow all basic precautions.

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PRODUCT REGISTRATION

Thank you for choosing Frigidaire

This Use & Care Guide is part of our commitment to customer satisfaction and product quality throughout there service life of your new appliance.

We view your purchase as the beginning of a relationship. To ensure our ability to continue serving you, please use this page to record important product information.

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Purchase Date

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Model Number

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Serial Number

Registering your product with Frigidaire

enhances our ability to serve you. You can register online at www.frigidaire.com or by

dropping your Product Registration Card in the mail.

NOTE

Not all cycles and options available on all models.

Product Specifications:

Capacity	10 place settings
Dimensions	23.5 x 22.6 x 32.4 inches
	598 x 575 x 825 mm
	(W x D x H)
Power Supply	120v, 60Hz
Rated Power	wash motor 100W,
Usage	heater 700W
Water feed	20 psi–120 psi
pressure	(0.14 MPa–0.82 MPa)

Getting Started

1.Load the dishwasher. (See Dish Preparation and Loading sections)

2.Add detergent. (See Filling the detergent dispenser)

3.Add rinse aid, if needed. (See Rinse Aid)

4.Close door.

5.Select desired CYCLE. (See Cycle Chart)

6.Select desired OPTIONS. The indicator light will glow when selected. (See Control Panel)

7.Run hot water faucet nearest dishwasher until water is hot, then turn water off.

8.To start, press START/Cancel.

(See Control Panel)

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FEATURES AT A GLANCE

Your dishwasher, illustrated below, cleans by spraying a mixture of hot, clean water, and detergent against the soiled surfaces of your dishes and tableware. The dishwasher fills with water covering the filter area. Water is then pumped through the multiple filter and spray arms.

Separated 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.

Lock

Cup Shelf

Upper Basket

Upper

Spray Arm

Cutlery Basket

Lower Basket
Lower	Heating
Spray Arm
	Element

Detergent/Rinse

Aid Dispenser

Features may vary according to model

Smart Wash System

This dishwasher has a Smart Wash System. It can determine the type of cycle required and automatically adjust the cycle to clean the dishes more efficiently. When a partial load of lightly soiled dishes is placed in the unit, a wash cycle similar to a short wash will automatically be performed. When a full load of heavily soiled dishes is placed in the unit, a heavy wash cycle will automatically be performed.

Multiple Filter System

This dishwasher has a multiple Filter System.

In the System there are three mesh filters. It can separate soiled water and clean water in different chambers.

The multiple filter system helps to get better performance with less water and less energy.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

	Wash Cycles	Wash Options			Functions			Cycle Indicator

Wash Cycle Selections

Cycle times are approximate and will vary with the options selected. Hot water is neces-

sary to activate the detergent and melt fatty food soils. An automatic sensor will check the incoming water temperature. If it is not at the appropriate temperature the timer will delay

the cycle to allow automatic water heating during the main wash. When the High Temp

wash is selected an even higher temperature will be assured to handle heavier soil loads.

Wash Cycles

Heavy Wash

Recommended for pots, pans, casseroles and dinnerware having light to heavily soiled loads.

Normal Wash

Recommended for lightly to heavily soiled loads.

1 Hour Wash

A shorter wash recommended for lightly soiled loads that do not need drying.

China Crystal

Recommended for lightly soiled China and Crystal.

Energy Saver

Recommended for lightly soiled and pre-rinsed dishes and silverware.

Rinse Only

Recommended for pre-rinsing dishes or glasses. This is only a rinse that keeps food from drying on your dishes and reduces odor buildup in your dishwasher until you are ready to wash a full load. Do not use detergent.

Wash Options

Press the Options button to scroll through the options. The indicator light will illuminate when the option has been selected.

Sanitize

When Sanitize is selected, the temperature of water will be maintained at 156.2°F (69°C) max. The max temperature may not be reached

if the incoming water temperature is not correct. Certified residential dishwashers are not intended for licensed food establishments.

WARNING

The Sanitize option is only available with

Heavy Wash and Normal Wash cycles.

High Temp

When High Temp is selected, the temperature of the water will be maintained at 140°F (60°C) max.

Heat Dry

When Heat Dry is selected, the heater will work during the drying process.

Functions

START/Cancel

Press START/Cancel to start a wash cycle. Press START/Cancel and hold for 3 seconds

to cancel a cycle that is already in progress.

Delay

The Delay option allows you to automatically delay starting your dishwasher from 1-24 hours. To start 1-24 hour delay, press the

Delay button until the desired delay time

shows in the display window (1h-24h) and press the START/Cancel button. A light will

come on indicating the delay start has been activated and will remain on until the cycle starts. To cancel the Delay option and begin

the cycle before the delay period is over, press the Start/Cancel button and hold for 3 seconds.

Control Lock

Use to lock all controls and prevent children from accidently changing the dishwasher cycle

or starting the dishwasher. Press and hold both

Option and Delay, at the same time, for 3 seconds to lock. After the function is selected

the control lock icon will illuminate. Press and hold both Option and Delay again for 3 seconds to unlock.

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