background image

3

PRODUCT REGISTRATION

NOTE

Thank you for choosing 

Frigidaire

This Use & Care Guide is part of our 
commitment to customer satisfaction and 
product quality throughout the 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.

ë

Very Important Information  
-  Read Before Operating Your 
Dishwasher

!

Normal Operating Sounds

This dishwasher does not sound like most 
dishwashers  - 

IT’S QUIETER

.

Your Precision Direct 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.  Then the lower arm 
rotates and circulates water.  This is followed 
by a pause and a slightly different sound as 
the upper arms spray 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.

Summary of Contents for FDPC4221AB

Page 1: ...portant Safety Instructions 2 Product Registration 3 Features at a Glance 4 Operating Instructions 5 6 Preparing and Loading Dishes 6 8 P N A17894301RevA Artwork A17894301Rev001 July 2020 Dishwasher Dispenser and Detergents 9 Factors Affecting Performance 10 Care and Cleaning 11 12 Before you Call 12 14 Notes 15 Major Appliance Warranty 16 ...

Page 2: ...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 poten...

Page 3: ...ard in the mail ë Very Important Information Read Before Operating Your Dishwasher Normal Operating Sounds This dishwasher does not sound like most dishwashers IT S QUIETER Your Precision Direct Wash System dishwasher 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 begi...

Page 4: ...ou 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 START CANCEL pad ë 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 RUN HOT WATER FAUCET NEAREST DISHWASHER UNTIL WATER IS HOT TURN WATER OFF 4 Close door...

Page 5: ...sher door is opened while the unit is running the START CANCEL pad must be pressed and the door shut immediately to return the unit to the selected cycle and option this must happen within 10 minutes for the unit to continue the cycle ë Option Selections Air Dry De selecting the HEAT DRY option AIR DRY option reduces energy use and lowers cost by preventing the heating element from coming on durin...

Page 6: ... Top Rack Features and appearance of racks and silverware basket may vary from your model The upper rack is designed for flexibility in loading a wide variety of items including cups glasses stemware small plates bowls etc Load glasses in top rack only 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 f...

Page 7: ...ld be placed along the edge so they do not block the spray arm rotation For best results place bowls casseroles and sauce pans with soiled surface facing down or toward the center Tilt slightly for better drainage Make sure tall items do not block spray arm rotation Be sure pan handles do not protrude through the bottom of the rack and block the spray arm rotation 10 place settings standard loadin...

Page 8: ...ing protrudes through bottom of basket or rack to block the spray arm Do not mix silver and stainless to avoid damaging the silver finish When covers are up mix items in each section of the basket with some pointing up and some down to avoid nesting Water spray cannot reach nested items Adding a Dish To add or remove items after wash cycle starts Unlatch door and wait a few seconds until wash actio...

Page 9: ...ains Hard Water 9 12 grains Very Hard Water Over 12 grains Heavy Wash or Normal Wash 2 teaspoons each cup 1 4 full 5 teaspoons each cup fill to line above Regular 8 teaspoons each cup completely full Each Cup Completely Full water softener recommended 9 DISHWASHER DISPENSER DETERGENTS The detergent dispenser has one covered and one uncovered cup Detergent in the uncovered cup falls into the dishwas...

Page 10: ... to 140 washes depending on setting 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 If you experience poor wash performance you may need to wait until water use is reduced before starting dishwasher Water Temperature Hot water is needed for best dishwashing and drying results Wa...

Page 11: ...and a dry cloth Do not use harsh cleaners Inside The inside of the dishwasher and filter are 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 NOTE Hard water may cause lime deposit buildup on the interior of the dish...

Page 12: ...i Check incoming water temperature It should be about 120o F 49o C See Factors Affection Performance Check water hardness For extremely hard water it may be necessary to install a water softener See Detergent Chart Use Fresh Detergent Make sure items are not blocking the spray arms preventing them from rotating Dishes not Dry By selecting Heat Dry option this will improve drying Make sure the rins...

Page 13: ... fresh detergent Be sure the dish load doesn t spray from entering the detergent cup Check to see if cycle has been completed Make sure items do not prevent the detergent dispenser from opening Vapor at Vent Water vapor escapes from the vent during the drying part of cycle This is normal Spilled rinse aid can cause foam and lead to overflowing Wipe up any spills with a damp cloth Check to see that ...

Page 14: ...and latched Make sure START CANCEL pad is pressed after the cycle has been selected Removing Spots and Film Hard water can cause lime deposit buildup on the interior of the dishwasher Dishes and glasses may also get spots and film for a number of reasons See Glassware Flatware Spotted or Cloudy section To remove buildup and film clean using the following instructions 1 Load clean dishes and glasses ...

Page 15: ...15 NOTES ...

Page 16: ...ctrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies or external causes such as abuse misuse inadequate power supply accidents fires or acts of God DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES LIMITATION OF REMEDIES CUSTOMER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDI...

Reviews: