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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

Summary of Contents for 500 Series

Page 1: ...TRUCTIONS P N 154256402 9703 Product Registration Card Please fill in completely sign and return promptly 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 Connecting Portable Dishwasher 12 13 Changing Color Panels 14 15 Solutions to C...

Page 2: ...sher 1997 White Consolidated Industries Inc All rights reserved Printed in U S A 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 me...

Page 3: ... is pumped out and replaced with clean water The number of water fills will vary with the cycle being used Dishwasher Features Nozzle and Upper Spray Funnel pages 6 16 Tub Gasket page 10 Middle Spray Arm pages 6 7 16 Lower Spray Arm pages 7 16 Overfill Protector page 10 Prewash Detergent Cup page 8 Detergent Dispenser page 8 Rinse Aid Dispenser page 9 Vent pages 4 5 17 Heating Element page 10 Self...

Page 4: ...isten 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 Model MDB531 Latch Vent 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 S...

Page 5: ...ilverware Press NORMAL LIGHT button Turn dial to LIGHT WASH Select desired OPTIONS Rinse Hold 4 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 Operating Instructions continued Delay Start Allows you to delay starting the POTS PANS cycle up to 6 hours Turn dial to select number of hours Press POTS PANS...

Page 6: ... 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 rac...

Page 7: ...n Loading the Silverware Basket Mix spoons forks and knives to prevent nesting Mixing items gives better cleaning and drying For safety load sharp knives and forks with handles up Be sure nothing protrudes through bottom of basket or rack to block the spray arm Do not mix silver and stainless to avoid damaging the silver finish Adding a Dish To add or remove items after wash cycle starts Unlatch d...

Page 8: ...ergent alone may not be enough A water softener is recommended to improve water quality and dishwashing performance How much Detergent to use The amount of detergent to use depends on the water hardness Water hardness is measured in grains per gallon Using too little detergent can result in poor cleaning and hard water filming or spotting Using too much detergent in soft water can cause permanent ...

Page 9: ...ersudsing Wipe up any spills with a damp cloth The dispenser holds enough for 35 to 140 washes depending on setting Adjustable setting Factors Affecting Performance Water Pressure The hot water line to dishwasher must provide water pressure between 20 and 120 psi Low water pressure may occur when laundry or showers are in operation Wait until water use is reduced before starting dishwasher Water T...

Page 10: ...s self cleaning with normal use If needed clean around the tub gasket area with a damp cloth The filter is self cleaning A glass trap located in the center of the filter is designed to collect pieces of broken glass straws bones and pits To remove items in glass trap grasp handle lift out empty and replace Care of Drain Air Gap If a drain air gap was installed for your built in dishwasher check to...

Page 11: ...e 1 Turn off electrical power to the dishwasher at the supply source by removing fuses or tripping circuit breaker 2 Shut off water supply 3 Place a pan under the inlet valve Disconnect water line from inlet valve and drain into pan 4 Disconnect drain line from pump and drain water into pan To Restore Service 1 Reconnect the water drain and electrical power supply 2 Turn on water and electrical po...

Page 12: ...washers If threads are on outside of faucet spout use thin rubber washer only If faucet has no threads an adapter kit with instructions for attachment to a non threaded spout is available at most hardware stores 4 Assemble faucet spout as shown Make sure the two brass screens are located below the rubber washers Connecting the Portable Convertible Dishwasher 1 Run water at faucet until it is hot T...

Page 13: ...and Disconnecting the Portable Convertible Dishwasher continued Fire Hazard Electrical Shock Do not use an adapter plug extension cord or remove grounding prong from electrical power cord Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury fire or death Electrical Connection for a Portable Convertible Dishwasher An electrical supply of 120 volts 60 Hz AC only 15 amps is required For your safet...

Page 14: ...er Divider trim strip Spacer Bottom trim Bottom edge of door Some models come with reversible door panel inserts which offer three decorative colors The panels are separated by a divider trim strip Depending on the model either or both panels may be changed To change the color panel Note If your unit does not have a divider trim strip exceptions to these directions are noted after the individual s...

Page 15: ...e hand to hold upper panel assembly and divider trim strip in place and use the other hand to slide lower panel down until it clears divider Remove panel s arrange desired color and replace per above directions for upper panel Do not remove foam spacer 8 Replace bottom trim by fitting slot over bottom edge of door and secure by pressing from one side to the other Note If trim does not go on easily...

Page 16: ... by hand if not operating dishwasher at once Mixing stainless steel and silver utensils in silverware basket can cause pitting of the stainless steel blades Avoid mixing stainless steel and silver Before calling for service review this list It may save you both time and expense This list includes common experiences that are not the result of defective workmanship or material in your dishwasher Foo...

Page 17: ...will not affect performance and will gradually fade over time Pre rinsing or using the Rinse Hold cycle will reduce the chance of staining Using Cool Dry option will lessen staining Etching Using too much detergent in soft or softened water causes this film that cannot be removed Adjust the amount of detergent based on the water hardness Check Detergent Chart Lower the water temperature Use the Co...

Page 18: ...ishes and glasses in normal manner Do not load any metal utensils or silverware 2 Do not add detergent 3 Select the HEAVY WASH cycle Close and latch door to start 4 Allow dishwasher to run for 25 minutes to reach the main wash portion of cycle 5 Unlatch and open door and pour 2 cups of white vinegar into the bottom of dishwasher 6 Close and latch door and allow the cycle to finish Note If these co...

Page 19: ...community type complexes 3 Damage to your appliance caused by misuse fire flood acts of God or by using parts and or service not approved by Frigidaire Company Consumer Services or an authorized Frigidaire Servicer 4 Consequential or incidental damages such as property damage and incidental expenses resulting from any breach of this written or any implied warranty Note Some states do not allow the...

Page 20: ... power supply and connection of the appliance to same d Proper installation control setting and care of finish This warranty is in addition to any statutory warranties contained in any applicable legislation The terms and conditions of this warranty are not intended to exclude or limit your rights under those statutes The warrantor however reserves the right tochargetransportationandtravellingcost...

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