Solutions to common dishwashing problems – FRIGIDAIRE 640 User Manual

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Dishwasher Does Not Drain Properly

• If unit is hooked up to a food waste

disposer, make sure the disposer is empty.

• Check to see if the knockout plug has been

removed from inside the food waste
disposer inlet.

• Check to see if drain hose is kinked.

• Make sure cycle is complete, not in a

pause.

Cycle Takes a Long Time

• Is cycle in a water heating delay?

Dishwasher Won’t Fill

• Is water supply turned on?

• Does overfill protector move up and down

freely? (See Overfill Protector section.)

Dishwasher Has an Odor

• Soiled dishes left in dishwasher too long

can create an odor. Use Rinse Hold cycle.

• There will be a “new” smell when first

installed. This is normal.

• Check to see if unit is draining properly.

(See Dishwasher Does Not Drain Properly.)

Stains on Tub Interior

• Washing large amounts of dishware with

tomato based soil can cause a pink/orange
appearance. This 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 Heat Dry Off
option will lessen staining.

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,
spots and film, clean using the following
instructions:

1. Load clean dishes and glasses in normal

manner. Do not load any metal utensils or
silverware.

2. Do not add detergent.

3. Select the POTS & PANS 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 conditions persist, a home water
softener should be considered.

Solutions to Common Dishwashing Problems

(continued)

To customize your dishwasher to match your cabinets:

You will need a trim kit.

See Step 10 of Installation Instructions that came with your dishwasher for more
information.

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