Universal/Multiflex (Frigidaire) MDB122RFS2, MDB122RFS1, MDB122RFS0 Owner’s Manual

Dishwasher

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Safety

Instructions ......................... 2

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

Normal Operating

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

Operating

Instructions ....................... 4-5

Preparing and

Loading Dishes ................. 6-7

Dishwasher Dispenser

and Detergents ................. 8-9

Factors Affecting

Performance ....................... 9

Care and

Cleaning ......................... 10-11

Model #:

Changing

Color Panels .................. 12-13

Serial #:

(see Features page for location)

Questions?

(United States)

Solutions to Common
Dishwashing Problems. 14-16

Consumer Services

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Warranty & Service ......................... 17-18

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Important Safety Instructions

Do not let children abuse, sit, stand or play

on door or racks of a dishwasher.

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 or situation that may occur. Use
common sense and caution when installing,
operating and maintaining any appliance.

DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRICALLY

GROUNDED. Read the Installation

Instructions for details.

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.

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.

Dispose of discarded appliance and

shipping or packing material properly.

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.

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Load sharp 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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INSTRUCTIONS

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.

Funnel
pages

Tub Gasket
page 10

6,14

Top Rack
page 6

Middle Spray Arm

pages 6,7,14

Lower Spray Arm

pages 7,14

Overfill Protector

page 10

Prewash
Detergent Cup

page 8

Detergent Dispenser

page 8

Rinse Aid
Dispenser

page 9

Serial Label
(located on right

side of tub)

Bottom Rack
page 7

Glass Trap

page 10

X

Self-Cleaning Filter

page 10

Heating Element

page 10

Vent

pages
4, 5,15

Operating Instructions

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Normal Operating
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This dishwasher does not sound like most

dishwashers--IT'S QUIETERf

The new wash system 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.

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 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!

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. Turn dial clockwise to select cycle (See
Wash Cycle Selections).

5. Select desired energy OPTIONS (See

Energy Options).

6. Run hot water faucet nearest dishwasher
until water is hot. Turn water off.

7. To start, close door to latch.

Operating Instructions (continued)

Wash Cycle Selections

Note: Cycle times are approximate and not all

cycles available on all models.

Pots & Pans

(89 minutes) (2 washes, 4 rinses, dry)
(7.2 gallons) (6.0 imp. gallons) (27.3 liters)

For pots, pans, casseroles and dinnerware

with dried-on or baked-on soils:

• Turn dial to POTS & PANS.

• Select desired OPTIONS.

Heavy Wash

(89 minutes) (2 washes, 4 rinses, dry)
(7.2 gallons) (6.0 imp. gallons) (27.3 liters)

For heavily soiled dishes and silverware:

• Turn dial to HEAVYWASH.

• Select desired OPTIONS.

Normal Wash

(81 minutes) (2 washes, 3 rinses, dry)
(6.0 gallons) (5.0 imp. gallons) (22.7 liters)

For regularly soiled dishes and silverware:

• Turn dial to NORMAL WASH.

• Select desired OPTIONS.

Light Wash

(74 minutes) (1 wash, 3 rinses, dry)
(4.8 gallons) (4.0 imp. gallons) (18.2 liters)

For lightly soiled or pre-rinsed dishes and

silverware:

• Turn dial to LIGHT WASH.

• Select desired OPTIONS.

Rinse/Hold

(8 minutes) (1 rinse)
(1.2 gallons) (1.0 imp. gallons) (4.5 liters)

For rinsing dishes that will be washed later:

• DO NOT USE detergent.

• Turn dial to RINSE/HOLD

Plate Warmer
(14 minutes) (dry) (0 gallons)

For warming dishes and serving plates before
serving hot foods.

• Load clean plates and dishes to be
warmed.

• Turn dial to PLATE WARMER.

• Select HOT DRY option.

Energy Options

Hot Dry Option

HOT DRY option provides faster drying since

the heating element is on during the drying

portion of the cycle.

Cool Dry Option

COOL DRY option saves electricity since the
heating element is off during the drying portion
of the cycle. To speed 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.

With either option, you may see water vapor

coming from vent during drying portion of
cycle. The vent is closed during washing to

hold moisture and sound inside and then
opens for drying.

The drying option may be changed at any time

during the cycle and affects only the drying
period.

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
prevent the detergent dispenser from
opening.

• Check manufacturer's recommendations
before washing items in question.

• If the dishwasher drains into a food
disposer, be sure disposer is completely

empty before starting dishwasher.

Loading the Top Rack

Important: Do not cover the funnel when
loading.

The top rack is designed for cups, glasses
small plates, saucers and bowls.

Load glasses in top rack. Damage may occur
if placed in bottom rack.

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.

Damage may occur if delicate items touch
each other during dishwasher operation.

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.

Do not cover funnel