Frigidaire FGID2466QF, Use & Care Manual, Page: 13 / 20

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 and Rinse aid greatly improves drying and
reduces water spots. reduces water spots. 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 refi 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 fi ll
level Replace cap.
Do not overfi 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 the dial setting.
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 qualifi ed person raise the hot
water heater thermostat setting.
The HEAT DRY option in combination The HEAT DRY option in combination
with rinse aid will enhance drying with rinse aid will enhance drying
performance. The energy required to use performance. The energy required to use
the HEAT DRY option costs pennies per the HEAT DRY option costs pennies per
cycle. You may choose not to select the cycle. You may choose not to select the
HEAT DRY option; however you will have HEAT DRY option; however you will have
items in your dish load that will not be items in your dish load that will not be
completely dry at the end of the cycle. completely dry at the end of the cycle.
Dispenser Opening Indicator
Dispenser Cap
Adjustable 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.