Frigidaire FGBD2431KF DATASHEET

Standard Dry Air Flow

When the control advances to the “dry” portion of the cycle, a linear actuator retracts a valve, which opens a vent path through the console into the kitchen. The heated, moist air leaving the dishwasher through the console vent causes drier air to be drawn into the unit by way of intake

vents located at the bottom of the door. The water on the dishes is evaporated into drier air and the venting process continues. The heating element is turned ON and OFF during the entire drying cycle.

Trouble Shooting TipsExploded View of Wash System

Personal Injury Hazard

Always disconnect the dishwasher from the electrical power source before adjusting or replacing components.

Detergent and Rinse Aid Dispenser

The detergent and rinse aid dispenser is a one piece component consisting of a molded detergent cup and a built-in rinse aid dispenser.

The detergent cup has a spring loaded cover and the rinse aid dispenser has a removable cover.

Liquid rinse aid is added to the dispenser up to the fill line indicator. The amount of rinse aid released can be adjusted by turning the arrow indicator from one, being the least amount, to four, being the greatest amount.

Tub and Door Seal

The door seal is pressed into the tub channel for an interference fit. Center the gasket (marked on back) at the tub top center and press in place

To replace dispenser:

• shut off electricity to dishwasher,

• remove outer door panel assembly,

• disconnect wiring to the actuator,

• remove the six screws,

• remove the dispenser,

• replace and reinstall screws,

• rewire actuator.

without stretching or bunching. The gasket takes a short turn at the bottom of the tub channel before ending at the channel end wall.

Symptom

Dishwasher will not operate when turned on.

Motor hums but will not start or run.

Motor trips out on internal thermal overload protector.

Dishwasher runs but will not heat.

Detergent cover will not latch or open.

Check the Following

1. Fuse (blown or tripped).

2. 120 VAC supply wiring connection faulty.

3. Electronic control board defective.

4. No 12 VAC power to control.

5. Motor (inoperative).

6. Door switch (open contacts).

7. Door latch not making contact with door switch.

8. Touch pad circuit defective.

9. No indicator lamps illuminate when START or OPTIONS are pressed.

1. Motor (bad bearings).

2. Motor stuck due to prolonged non-use.

1. Improper voltage.

2. Motor windings shorted.

3. Glass or foreign items in pump.

1. Heater element (open).

2. Electronic control board defective.

3. Wiring or terminal defective.

4. Hi-Limit thermostat defective.

1. Latch mechanism defective.

2. Electronic control board defective.

3. Wiring or terminal defective.

4. Broken spring(s).

5. Defective actuator.

Remedy

1. Replace fuse or reset breaker.

2. Repair or replace wire fasteners at dishwasher junction box.

3. Replace control board.

4. Replace control board.

5. Replace motor/impeller assembly.

6. Replace latch assembly.

7. Replace latch assembly.

8. Replace console assembly.

9. Replace console assembly.

1. Replace motor assembly.

2. Rotate motor impeller.

1. Check voltage.

2. Replace motor/impeller assembly.

3. Clean and clear blockage.

1. Replace heater element.

2. Replace control board.

3. Repair or replace.

4. Replace thermostat.

1. Replace dispenser.

2. Replace control board.

3. Repair or replace.

4. Replace dispenser.

5. Replace dispenser.

Pump Assembly

The pump assembly is driven by a synchronous motor. Rotation is in the counterclockwise direction at 3600 RPM. The motor drives a pump which supplies 100 percent filtered water at a rate of approximately 12 GPM to one spray arm at a time. The spray arm’s operation is alternated by small “pauses” of the motor during the wash cycle.

Draining is accomplished by using a small separate synchronous drain pump mounted to the side of the sump. The drain pump is connected to the main pump by a small rubber hose. The drain check valve is located at the discharge end of the drain pump. The drain hose

900 Watt Heater

Refer to the cycle chart on the reverse side to determine when the heater is on during the wash cycle. The heater cycles ON and OFF for brief periods during the drying cycle.

is attached by a worm gear clamp to the discharge end of the drain pump.

The drain hose must have a loop at a

height of 32 inches

in order to insure proper

minimum

drainage.

The main pump can easily be removed by disconnecting the upper spray arm supply tube hose, the drain pump connector hose, the wiring harness connections made at the circulation motor, the water heat thermistor located on the bottom of the pump and rotating the four sump retainers toward the middle of the sump.

Voltage checks of the heater should be made in the dry portion of the service test mode.

Product Specifications

Electrical

Rating ................................... 120 Volts, 60Hz

Separate Circuit..15 amp min.- 20 amp max.

Motor (Amps) ........................................... 1.8

Heater Wattage ....................................... 900

Total Amps (load rated) ......................... 10.0

TempAssure .............................. 140°F ±5°F

(60°C±3°C) [with outer door in place]

TempBoost.............145°F ±5°F (63°C ±3°C)

Heated Wash/Heated Rinse

Sanitize .................. 150°F ±5°F (66°C ±3°C)

Hi-Limit Thermostat ................ 200°F (93°C)

Gasket Cross Section

Mounting Rib

Tub Interior

Short Turn

Water Supply

Suggested minimum incoming water

temperature ............................. 120°F (49°C)

Pressure (PSI) min./max. ................... 20/120

Connection (NPT) .....................................

Consumption (Normal Cycle) .......................

............. 4.9 - 9.7 U.S. gal., 18.5 - 36.7 liters

Water valve flow rate (U.S. GPM) ........... .83

Water recirculation rate (U.S. GPM) ..............

.................................................... approx. 12

Water fill time ..................................... 87 sec.

Dishwasher will not pump out.

Dishwasher will not fill with water.

Dishwasher water siphons out.

Detergent left in dispenser.

/8"

1. Drain restricted.

2. Electronic control board defective.

3. Defective drain pump.

4. Blocked impeller.

5. Open windings.

6. Wiring or terminal defective.

1. Water supply turned off.

2. Defective water inlet fill valve.

3. Check fill valve screen for obstructions.

4. Defective float switch.

5. Electronic control board defective.

6. Wiring or terminal defective.

7. Float stuck in “UP” position.

1. Drain hose (high) loop too low.

2. Drain line connected to a floor drain not vented.

1. Detergent allowed to stand too long in dispenser.

2. Dispenser wet when detergent was added.

3. Detergent cover held closed or blocked by large dishes.

4. Improper incoming water temperature to properly dissolve detergent.

5. See "Detergent cover will not open."

1. Clear restrictions.

2. Replace control board.

3. Replace pump.

4. Check for blockage, clear.

5. Replace pump assembly.

6. Repair or replace.

1. Turn water supply on.

2. Replace water inlet fill valve.

3. Disassemble and clean screen.

4. Repair or replace.

5. Replace control board.

6. Repair or replace.

7. Clean float.

1. Repair to proper

height

2. Install air gap at counter top.

1. Instruct customer/user.

2. Instruct customer/user.

3. Instruct customer/user on proper loading of dishes.

4. Incoming water temperature of 120°F is required to properly dissolve dishwashing detergents.

32-inch minimum

020905

154768301

The Water/Service Test is a special function initiated from the Power Failure Mode or Idle Mode.

While in Power Failure Mode, simultaneausly press the AIR DRY and START/CANCEL pads for 1 1/2 seconds. While in Idle Mode, simultaneausly press the HI-TEMP WASH and START/CANCEL pads for 6 seconds.

The dishwasher will then step through the test cycle per the chart. Pushing the START/CANCEL pad will advance the dishwasher to the next step.

Cycle Selection Options