FRIGIDAIRE FGBD2438PF - Manual (Page 15)

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SOLUTIONS TO COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS
Dishware Stained or Discolored
• Iron deposits in water can cause a yellow or brown film.
A special filter installed in the water supply line will
correct this problem. (See Removing Spots and Film.)
• Aluminum utensils can leave gray/black marks when they
rub against other items. Load properly.
• Certain high acid foods can cause discoloration of
stainless steel and plastics if allowed to sit for a long
period. Use the Rinse Only cycle or rinse by hand if not
operating dishwasher at once.
• Mixing stainless steel and silver utensils in silverware
basket can cause pitting of the stainless steel blades.
Avoid mixing stainless steel and silver.
Etching
• Using too much detergent especially in soft or softened
water causes permanent surface damage that appears
like a film.
• Adjust the amount of detergent based on the water
hardness. (Check Detergent Usage Guide.)
• Use the Normal cycle for glassware.
• Use Air Dry option.
Detergent Left in Cups
• Detergent may be old. Discard and use fresh detergent.
• Be sure the dish load doesn’t block 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.
Normal Sounds You Will Hear
• Normal sounds include water fill, water circulation and
motor sounds.
• There is a noticeable change in sound when the wash
action switches between the lower and middle spray
arm. This is normal since each spray arm has its own
sound.
• It is normal for the dishwasher to pause (no sound)
when the wash action is switching between the lower
and middle spray arms.
• See Normal Operating Sounds on page 3.
Dishwasher Won’t Fill
• Is water supply turned on?
• Does overfill protector move up and down freely? (See
Overfill Protector section.)
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 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.)
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.
NOTE
If these conditions persist, a home water softener should
be considered.