Frigidaire FGID2466QW, FGID2466QF, FGID2466QB User Manual

All about the

Use & Care

of your Dishwasher

P/N:808463601RevA Artwork:808463601Rev001 (May 2014)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Important Safety Instructions ......................2

Product Registration ...................................3

Features at a Glance ...................................4

Operating Instructions .............................5-7

Preparing and Loading Dishes ................8-11

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Dishwasher Dispenser and Detergents .......12

Factors Affecting Performance ...................13

Care and Cleaning ...............................14-15

Before you Call ....................................16-18

Major Appliance Warranty .........................19

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

Please read all instructions before using this

dishwasher.

For your Safety

• 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 certiﬁ ed 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 (120V, 60Hz). Use a circuit equipped with a 15 ampere fuse or circuit breaker. Use a 20 ampere fuse if dishwasher is connected with a food 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 equivalent. Check with manufacturer for recommendations, if not marked. Items that are not marked dishwasher safe may melt and create a potential ﬁ re hazard.

• Disconnect electrical power to dishwasher before servicing.

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

• Repairs should be done by a qualiﬁ ed technician.

• Do not tamper with controls.

• Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after

• Use care unloading the dishwasher 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 for several minutes This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. HYDROGEN GAS IS FLAMMABLE. Do no smoke or use an open ﬂ ame during this time.

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

WARNING

To reduce the risk of ﬁ re, electrical shock or injury when using your dishwasher, follow the above basic precautions.

WARNING

This symbols will help alert you to such dangers as personal injury, burns, ﬁ re and electrical shock.

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PRODUCT REGISTRATION

Lights on the console will turn off once the door is shut and wash cycle begins. If preferred to have lights remain on see Console Lights section for instructions.

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.

_________________________________ Purchase Date _________________________________ Model Number _________________________________ 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

Í

Why Energy Efﬁ cient Units run long cycles: Several factors are important to washing dishware. The energy use of the dishwasher was reduced by applying more of the factors that don’t use so much energy and less of the ones that use more. As a result, you will see that the wash cycles take longer.

NOTE

Í

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 STAR T/CANCEL pad.

NOTE

Í

Not all cycles and options available on all models.

NOTE

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Very Important Information - R ead Before Operating Y our Dishw asher! Normal Operating Sounds

This dishwasher does not sound like most dishwashers - IT’S QUIETER.

Your Direct Feed Wash System dishwasher uses energy efﬁ cient motors for the wash and drain portions of the cycle you select. Each cycle has a series of water ﬁ lls and drains for washing and rinsing dishes. As each cycle begins, you may-or may not- hear the drain motor. The next sound you will hear is the splashing water as it enters the tub.

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

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. Select desired CYCLE (See Cycle Chart).

The indicator light will glow when

selected.

5. Select desired OPTION (See Energy Options).

selected.

6. Run hot water faucet nearest dishwasher until water is at or near 1200F for optimal performance (See Water Temperature). Turn water off.

7. To start, press START/CANCEL pad.

8. Close door to latch.

Lights on the console will turn off once the door is shut and wash cycle begins. If preferred to have lights remain on see Console Lights section for instructions.

The indicator light will glow when

NOTE

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FEATURES AT A GLANCE

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 cycle will be lengthened for automatic water heating in the main wash and ﬁ nal rinse 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 reached to handle heavier soil loads.

When HI-TEMP WASH option is selected, the dishwasher heats water in the main wash to approximately 140

o

F (60

o

C).

This increase in water temperature helps the dishwasher detergent remove food grease and soil from dishes more effectively and aids in drying. HI-TEMP WASH option is available on POWER PLUS, NORMAL WASH and TOP RACK cycles. HI-TEMP WASH is automatically provided when the POWER PLUS cycle is selected.

When HI-TEMP WASH option is selected, the indicator light will come on and remain on until end of cycle. To turn off the HI-TEMP WASH option, press HI-TEMP WASH a second time. The indicator light will turn off.

Lights on the console will turn off once the door is shut and wash cycle begins. If preferred to have lights remain on see Console Lights section for instructions.

Your dishwasher cleans by spr aying a mixture of hot w ater and detergent through the spray arms against soiled surfaces. First, the dishwasher ﬁ lls with water covering the ﬁ lter area. Water is then pumped through the spray arms. Soil particles go across the ﬁ lter and down the drain as the water is pumped out. This series of steps are repeated as needed. The number of water ﬁ lls vary with the cycle being used.

Nozzle or Spray Arm (located inside the unit)

Bowl Tines

Cup Shelves

Middle Spray Arm

Top Rack Serial Label

(Located on Right)

Lower Rack

Silverware Basket

Lower Spray Arm

Overﬁ ll Protector

Detergent Dispenser

Rinse Aid

Features may vary according to model

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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 cycle will be lengthened for automatic water heating in the main wash and ﬁ nal rinse 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 reached to handle heavier soil loads.

NOTE

Í

Lights on the console will turn off once the door is shut and wash cycle begins. If preferred to have lights remain on see Console Lights section for instructions.

Glass T rap

Heating Element

Option Selections (available on

select Models)

Hi-Temp Wash Option

When HI- TEMP WASH option is selected, the dishwasher heats water in the main wash to approximately 140

This increase in water temperature helps the dishwasher detergent remove food grease and soil from dishes more effectively and aids in drying. HI- TEMP WASH option is available on POWER PLUS, NORMAL WASH and TOP RACK cycles. HI- TEMP WASH is automatically provided when the POWER PLUS cycle is selected.

When HI- TEMP WASH option is selected, the indicator light will come on and remain on until end of cycle. To turn off the HI-TEMP W ASH option, press HI- TEMP WASH a second time. The indicator light will turn off.

o

F (60

o

C).

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

To sanitize your dishes and glassware, select the SANITIZE option. When selected, the indicator light will come on and remain on until the end of cycle. The water temperature in the ﬁ nal rinse will be raised to 156

o

F (69

o

C). This option is available in POWER PLUS, NORMAL WASH and TOP RACK 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.

Washing action will continue during the water heating delay. For best results, the incoming water temperature should be at least 120

o

F (49

o

C).

The sanitize criteria may not be satisﬁ ed if there is an interruption of the cycle, power failure or if the incoming water temperature is below 120

o

F

(49

o

C).

To turn off the SANITIZE option, press SANITIZE a second time. The indicator light will turn off.

Use of the HEAT DRY option, especially in combination with use of rinse agent, will enhance drying. If AIR DRY is selected the heater will be de-activated during the drying phase of the selected wash cycle. This will slightly lower the energy use but will increase the likelihood that the dishware will not dry completely.

To prevent children from accidently changing the dishwasher cycle or starting the dishwasher, lock the dishwasher controls by press and hold the DELAY START for 3 seconds. 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 DELAY START again for 3 seconds, and the indicator light will go out.

The FAVORITE CYCLE option allows you to program your preferred cycle and options into one button. Once Programmed, simply select FAVORITE CYCLE and then select START/ CANCEL.

To Program the FAVORITE CYCLE:

1.

Select your preferred cycle and options

2.

Press FAVORITE CYCLE for 3 seconds.

The display will ﬂ ash for 2 seconds indicating the FAVORITE CYCLE option has been programmed. To change the FAVORITE CYCLE option simply repeat steps one and two above.

When SAHARA DRY

TM

option is selected, the dishwasher extends drying time by approximately 20 minutes. The SAHARA DRY

TM

option can be used with all cycles except CHINA CRYSTAL, ENERGY SAVER and RINSE ONLY. For best drying performance, also apply an increased wash temperature by selecting HI-TEMP WASH or even better, the SANITIZE option.

The energy required to use the SAHARA DRY

TM

option costs pennies per cycle. You may choose not to select the SAHARA DRY

TM

option; however you may have items in your dish load that will not be completely dry at the end of the cycle.

Heat Dry/Air Dry

Use of the HEAT DRY option, especially in combination with use of rinse agent, will enhance drying. If AIR DRY is selected the heater will be de-activated during the drying phase of the selected wash cycle. This will slightly lower the energy use but will increase the likelihood that the dishware will not dry completely .

Sahara Dry

When SAHARA DRY the dishwasher extends drying time by approximately 20 minutes. The SAHARA DRY option can be used with all cycles except CHINA CRYSTAL, ENERGY SAVER and RINSE ONLY. For best drying performance, also apply an increased wash temperature by selecting HI-TEMP WASH or even better, the SANITIZE option.

The energy required to use the SAHARA DRY option costs pennies per cycle. You may choose not to select the SAHARA DRY however you may have items in your dish load that will not be completely dry at the end of the cycle.

TM

option is selected,

TM

option;

TM

Sanitize Option

To sanitize your dishes and glassware, select the SANITIZE option. When selected, the indicator light will come on and remain on until the end of cycle. The water temperature in the ﬁ nal rinse will be raised to 156 option is available in POWER PLUS, NORMAL WASH and TOP RACK 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.

action will continue during the water heating delay. For best results, the incoming water temperature should be at least 120

The sanitize criteria may not be satisﬁ ed if there is an interruption of the cycle, power failure or if the incoming water temperature is below 120

o

(49

C).

To turn off the SANITIZE option, press SANITIZE a second time. The indicator light will turn off.

o

F (69

Washing

o

F (49

C). This

o

C).

o

F

Favorite Cycle

The FAVORITE CYCLE option allows you to program your preferred cycle and options into one button. Once Programmed, simply select FAVORITE CYCLE and then select START/ CANCEL.

To Program the FAVORITE CYCLE:

1.

Select your preferred cycle and options

2.

Press FAVORITE CYCLE for 3 seconds.

The display will ﬂ ash for 2 seconds indicating the FAVORITE CYCLE option has been programmed. To change the FAVORITE CYCLE option simply repeat steps one and two above.

Delay Start

The DELAY START option allows you to automatically delay starting your dishwasher 1-24 hours.

To start the DELAY START option, press DELAY START until the desired dela y time shows in the STATUS window. A light will come on indicating the delay has been set and will remain on until cycle starts.

To cancel the DELAY START option and to

begin the selected cycle before the delay period is over, press STAR T/CANCEL twice.

To Cancel a Cycle

You can cancel a cycle anytime during the cycle. Press STAR T/CANCEL and the dishwasher will start a 90 second drain. At the end of the drain, select the next desired cycle.

Child Lock Controls

To prevent children from accidently changing the dishwasher cycle or starting the dishwasher, lock the dishwasher controls by press and hold the DELAY START for 3 seconds. 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 DELAY START again for 3 seconds, and the indicator light will go out.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Status Indicator Lights

The console lights provide information about the cycle selection and current status. During operation, while the door is closed, these lights will remain off and will automatically turn on when the door is opened. At the completion of a cycle, the clean light will come on. The sanitization light will also come on if that option was selected and sanitization was achieved during the wash cycle.

Status Window

The STATUS window, available on some models, indicates the following activity:

1H-24H............. Number of delay start

hours. The last hour will count down in minutes.

CD.................... Close dishwasher

door. The status indicator lights will also ﬂ ash to indicate current cycle status.

MINUTES.......... Number of minutes

left in cycle (1-199).

PF.................... Appears in window

when dishwasher is ﬁ rst connected to Power

or when power is restored following an interruption. To clear, select START/CANCEL or close the door.

In the unlikely event that the dishwasher malfunctions, displays the error code “Uo”, or gives poor performance you can call the Frigidaire Customer Care Center at 1-800-944-9044. They will be able to provide assistance in troubleshooting the problem and/or locating an authorized service technician, if needed.

Console Lights

If it is desired to have the console remain on while running, perform the following operation: Prior to starting a cycle, press and hold POWER PLUS and RINSE ONLY simultaneously until the corresponding lights begin to ﬂ ash. This will keep the console lights on during cycle operation. Simply repeat this operation to revert back to the previous setting.

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