FRIGIDAIRE 154881901 - Manual (Page 18)

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SOLUTIONS TO COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS
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?
• Has the delay start option been selected?
• Has the sanitize option been selected? Selecting this
option will lengthen teh cycle.
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 Only 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 Only cycle
will reduce the chance of staining. Using no heat dry
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 NORMAL WASH cycle. Close and latch
door. Press START/CANCEL pad.
4. Allow dishwasher to run until it starts the second
water fill (approximately 10 minutes).
5. Unlatch and open door and pour 2 cups of white
vinegar into the bottom of dishwasher.
6. Close and latch door and allow cycle to finish.
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.
NOTE
If these conditions persist, a home water softener should
be considered.