FRIGIDAIRE FFBD1821MS - Manual (Page 9)

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CARE AND CLEANING
Allow heating element to cool
before cleaning the interior.
Failure to do so can result in
burns.
Burn Hazard
WARNING
NOTE
See Installation Instructions for more details on disconnecting
and restoring service to your dishwasher.
Hard water may cause lime deposit buildup on the interior
of the dishwasher.
NOTE
Outside
—Occasionally wash with a mild nonabrasive
detergent and water. Rinse and dry.
Inside
— The inside of the dishwasher is self-cleaning
with normal use.
To clean stainless steel wipe with the grains.
Use a Dishwasher Safe Detergent to help with the stains or
discolorations.
NEVER
use products that contain Chlorine Bleach or
Citric Acid.
Important: The dishwasher motor is permanently
lubricated at the factory and does not need to be
oiled.
If a drain air gap was installed for your built-in dishwasher,
check to make sure it is clean so the dishwasher will drain
properly. Drain air gaps are usually mounted on countertop
and can be inspected by removing the cover. A drain air
gap is not part of your dishwasher and is not covered by
this warranty.
Winterizing
To Disconnect Service:
1. Turn off electrical power to the dishwasher at the supply
source by removing fuses or tripping circuit breaker.
2. Shut off water supply.
3. Place a pan under the inlet valve. Disconnect water line
from inlet valve and drain into pan.
4. Disconnect drain line from pump and drain water into
pan.
To Restore Service:
1. Reconnect the water, drain, and electrical power supply.
2. Turn on water and electrical power supply.
3. Fill both detergent cups and run dishwasher through a
NORMAL WASH Cycle.
4. Check connections to make sure they do not leak.
Care of Drain Air Gap
NOTE
See Installation Instructions for more details on disconnecting
and restoring service to your dishwasher.
A dishwasher left in an unheated place should be protected
from freezing. Have a qualified person do the following: