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IMPORTANT

Before starting a cycle, run hot water 
to clear cool water from pipe.

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FACTORS AFFECTING PERFORMANCE

Rinse Aid

Rinse aid greatly improves drying, 
reduces water spots, ! lming, and 
lubricates wash arm bearing for proper 
rotation.  

With it water “sheets” off dishes 

rather than forming water droplets that cling 
and leave spots.

A dispenser, located next to the detergent cup, 
automatically releases a measured amount of 
rinse aid during the last rinse.  If spotting and 
poor drying are problems, increase the amount 
of rinse aid dispensed by rotating the dial to a 
higher number.  The dial is located under the 
dispenser cap.  The indicator will be dark when 

full and will show clear when it is time to re! ll.  

To add liquid rinse aid, turn dispense cap 1/4 
turn counterclockwise and lift out.  Pour in 
rinse aid until liquid touches the indicated ! ll 
level  Replace cap.

Do not over! ll since this can cause 
oversudsing.  Wipe up any spills with a damp 
cloth.

The dispenser holds enough for 35 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.  Water entering dishwasher 
should be at least 120

o

F (49

o

C) to give 

satisfactory results.

To check water temperature entering 
dishwasher:

• 

Turn on hot water faucet nearest 
dishwasher for several minutes to clear 
cool water from pipes.

• 

Hold a candy or meat thermometer in the 
water stream to check the temperature.

• 

If temperature is below 120

o

F (49

o

C), 

have a quali! ed person raise the hot 
water heater thermostat setting.

The HEAT DRY option in combination 
with rinse aid will enhance drying 
performance.  The energy required to use 
the HEAT DRY option costs pennies per 
cycle.  You may choose not to select the 
HEAT DRY option; however you will have 
items in your dish load that will not be 
completely dry at the end of the cycle.

Dispenser Opening

Indicator

Dispenser Cap

Adjustable Setting

NOTE

To achieve the best results from your 
dishwasher, visit 

www.dishwashingexpert.com

 

for general tips regarding the performance 
and operation of your dishwasher.

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Summary of Contents for FFBD2412SM0A

Page 1: ...r Important Safety Instructions 2 Product Registration 3 Features at a Glance 4 Operating Instructions 5 6 Preparing and Loading Dishes 7 9 P N A05497901RevA Artwork A05497901Rev001 July 2016 Dishwasher Dispenser and Detergents 10 Factors Affecting Performance 11 Care and Cleaning 12 13 Before you Call 13 15 Major Appliance Warranty 16 ...

Page 2: ...se 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 re hazard Disconnect electrical power to dishwasher before servicing If the dishwasher drains into a food disposer make sure disposer is completely empty befor...

Page 3: ...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 ef cient motors for the wash and drain portions of the cycle you select Each cycle has a series of water lls and drains for washing and rinsing dishes As each cycle begi...

Page 4: ... 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 4 Close door to latch 5 Select desired CYCLE See Cycle Chart The indicator light above the pad will glow when selected 6 Select desired OPTION See Energy Options Th...

Page 5: ...ishwasher controls by pressing and releasing the DRY OPTION pad for 3 seconds while the door is latched 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 the same pad DRY OPTION again for 3 seconds until the indicator light goes out Status Indicator Lights The WASHING lig...

Page 6: ...y soiled loads only Energy Saver A cycle used to reduce dishwasher energy consumption Available Options Temperature Drying Sanitize Hi Temp Heat Dry Air Dry Rinse Only For rinsing dishware that will be washed later Sanitize Hi Temp Normal Heat Dry Air Dry 2 9 7 6 gal 11 29 L 1 1 2 2 1 4 Hours Hi Temp Normal Heat Dry Air Dry Normal Heat Dry Air Dry N A Cycle and Option Chart approx Model FFBD2412 5...

Page 7: ...asher Loading the Top Rack Features and appearance of racks and silverware basket may vary from your model The upper rack is designed for exibility 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 ...

Page 8: ...ay vary from your model The lower rack is best for plates saucers bowls and cookware Large items should 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 protr...

Page 9: ...e nothing protrudes through bottom of basket or rack to block the spray arm Do not mix silver and stainless to avoid damaging the silver nish 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 ...

Page 10: ...oons each cup 1 4 full 2 teaspoons Main Wash cup 1 4 full No Detergent No Detergent No Detergent No Detergent water softener recommended 5 teaspoons each cup ll to line above Regular 5 teaspoons each cup ll to line above Regular 8 teaspoons each cup completely full 8 teaspoons Main Wash cup completely full Each Cup Completely Full water softener recommended Main Wash Cup Completely Full water soft...

Page 11: ... 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 Water entering dishwasher should be at least 120o F 49o C to give satisfactory result...

Page 12: ...r and a dry cloth Do not use harsh cleaners Inside The inside of the dishwasher and lter are self cleaning with normal use If needed clean around the tub gasket area with a damp cloth The lter is self cleaning A glass trap located in the center of the lter 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 dishw...

Page 13: ...ming 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 Hi Temp Wash or Sanitize options this will improve drying Make...

Page 14: ...scard and use 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 over owing Wipe up any spills with a damp cloth Check...

Page 15: ...ishwasher set for Delay Start Option Make sure door is closed 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 lm for a number of reasons See Glassware Flatware Spotted or Cloudy section To remove buildup and lm clean using...

Page 16: ...rolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies or external causes such as abuse misuse inadequate power supply accidents res 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 INCLUDING ...

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