Frigidaire FFBD1821M S, Use And Care Manual

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DISHWASHER DISPENSER & DETERGENTS
•
Use only fresh automatic dishwashing detergent.
Other detergents will cause oversudsing.
• Add detergent just before starting cycle.
• Store detergent in a cool, dry location. Moist or
caked detergent will not dissolve properly.
Filling the Detergent Dispenser
The detergent dispenser has one covered and one
uncovered cup. Detergent in the uncovered cup falls into the
dishwasher when the door is closed. The covered cup
opens automatically to release detergent.
Heavy Wash
Normal Wash
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 a permanent film called etching. Your
local water company, water softener company or county
extension agent can tell you the water hardness in your
area.
Detergent Usage Guide
Cycle
Soft Water
(0-3 grains)
Medium Hard Water
(4-8 grains)
Hard Water
(9-12 grains)
Very Hard Water*
(over 12 grains)
1.5 teaspoons (each
cup–
1/4 full)
4 teaspoons
(each cup–fill to line
above "Regular")
6 teaspoons
(each cup–
completely full)
Each Cup–
Completely Full
Light Wash
Energy Saver
1.5 teaspoons
(Main Wash cup–
1/4 full)
4 teaspoons
(Main Wash cup–fill to
line above "Regular")
6 teaspoons
(Main Wash cup–
completely full)
Main Wash Cup–
Completely Full
Rinse Only No Detergent
No Detergent
No Detergent
No Detergent
The use of industrial grade detergent can damage the
heating coil and other parts of the dishwasher leading to
damage to the unit and surrounding property. Use only
household grade automatic dishwasher detergents.
Note: If the cover is closed on the Main Wash
Cup, open by pressing the cover latch.
• Do not fill both washcups, unless you have very hard
water, see chart below*.
CAUTION
Try adding more detergent at the beginning of the main
wash portion of the cycle. As a rule, use 1 teaspoon for
each grain above 12. Unlatch the door, open slowly and
add detergent to the bottom of the tub. Close the door to
latch and the dishwasher will continue through the cycle.
NOTE
Cover
Main Wash Cup
Pre Wash Cup
Cover Latch