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1, All about the Use & Care of your TABLE OF CONTENTS www.frigidaire.com USA 1-800-944-9044 www.frigidaire.ca Canada 1-800-265-8352 Dishwasher 154889401 (March 2012) Important Safety Instructions .............................. 2 Product Registration........................................... 3 Dishwasher Features ......................................... 4 Operating Instructions .................................... 5 -7 Preparing and Loading Dishes ...................... 8 - 10 Dishwasher Dispen…
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2, 2 Read all instructions before using this appliance. Save these instructions for future reference. ©2009 Electrolux Home Products, Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in the USA IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Use your dishwasher only as instructed in this Use and Care Manual. • This Manual does not cover every possible condition and situation that may occur. Use common sense and caution when installing, operating and maintaining any appliance. • NSF certifie…
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3, 3 Thank you for choosing Frigidaire This Use & Care Guide is part of our commitment to customer satisfaction and product quality throughout the service life of your new appliance. We view your purchase as the beginning of a relationship. To ensure our ability to continue serving you, please use this page to record important product information. PRODUCT REGISTRATION Purchase date Model number Serial number Registering your product with Frigidaire enhances our …
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4, Frigidaire FGBD2445NB 4 DISHWASHER FEATURES 1. Load dishwasher 2. Add detergent 3. Add rinse aid 4. Select desired CYCLE. The indicator light above the pad will glow when selected. 5. Select desired OPTIONS. The indicator light above the pad will glow when selected. 6. Run hot water faucet nearest dishwasher until water is hot. Turn water off. Heating Element Glass Trap Rinse Aid Dispenser Nozzle and Upper Spray Arm Tub Gasket Middle Spray Arm Blade Spray TM Detergent Dispenser Vent Top Rack Serial Label (loc…
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5, Frigidaire FGBD2445NB 5 NOTE The dishwasher is programmed to remember your last cycle so you do not have to reset each time. To start the dishwasher using the same cycle and options selected on the previous wash, just press the START/CANCEL pad. Heated Dry/Air Dry Use of the Heated Dry option, especially in combination with use of a rinse agent, will enhance drying. If Air Dry is selected the heater will be de-activated during the drying phase of the selected wash cycle. …
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6, 6 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Select HEAVY WASH and desired OPTIONS. HI-TEMP WASH and SANITIZE will automatically be provided. 4 washes 4 rinses 2 1/4 For pots, pans, casseroles and dinnerware with dried-on or baked-on soils. Cycle Chart Soil Level Time* (Hours) Washes/ Rinses Water (approx.) To Select Cycle Cycle Heavy Wash Heavy and Medium 2 2 washes 4 rinses Select NORMAL WASH and desired OPTIONS. Selecting HI-TEMP ON or SANITIZE will result in a Longer cycle. 4 washes 2 rinses 2 For regularly soiled dishes and …
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7, 7 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Status Indicator Lights The WASHING light comes on at the beginning of cycle and remains on until the end of the main wash. Whether heated or unheated dry is selected the DRYING light will come on during the drying portion of the cycle. When the SANITIZE option is selected, the SANITIZED light will glow when the SANITIZE cycle is finished. The light will remain on until the door is opened. If the dishwasher did not properly sanitize the dishes, the lig…
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8, Frigidaire FGBD2445NB 8 Some models have a fold-down cup shelf or a cup shelf/ stemware holder. They can be used to load two levels of cups, juice glasses, and other short items. Stagger items on upper level so that water can reach all inside surfaces. Fold cupshelves up and out of the way unless needed. Bowl Tines The bowl tines offer the ultimate in flexibility. When closed, load with saucers or small dishes. Open halfway and it is perfect for small casserole dishes. Open completel…
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9, Frigidaire FGBD2445NB 9 PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES Adjustable Upper Rack (available on select models) To raise the upper rack, refer to the figure below. Press the Lever toward the center of the rackand pull straight up on the rack To lower the upper rack, press the lever and push down on the rack. Lever Loading the Bottom Rack Features and appearance of racks and silverware basket may vary from your model. The lower rack is best for plates, saucers, bowls, and cookware. Large items should …
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10, 10 Fold-down Tines (available select models) The fold-down tines in the lower rack make easy loading for those extra large and hard-to-fit items. The tines may be left up for normal use or folded down for more flexible loading. Fold down for more space to load large pots or pans. DISHWASHER DISPENSER & DETERGENTS Loading the Silverware Basket Adding a Dish To add or remove items after wash cycle starts: • Unlatch door and wait…
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11, 11 Heavy Wash or Normal Wash Detergent Usage Guide Cycle Soft Water (0-3 grains) Medium Hard Water (4-8 grains) Hard Water (9-12 grains) Very Hard Water* (over 12 grains) 2 teaspoons (each cup– 1/4 full) 5 teaspoons (each cup–fill to line above "Regular") 8 teaspoons (each cup– completely full) Each Cup– Completely Full (water softener recommended) Top Rack 2 teaspoons (Main Wash cup– 1/4 full) 5 teaspoons (Main W…
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12, 12 Outside—Clean outer door with warm soapy water and a dishcloth or sponge. Rinse with clean water and a dry cloth. Do not use harsh cleaners or abrasive pads. Inside—The inside of the dishwasher is self-cleaning with normal use. If needed, clean around the tub gasket area with a damp cloth. A glass trap located in the center of the filter is designed to collect pieces of broken glass, straws, bones and pits. To remove items in glass trap, grasp handle, rotate, lift out, empty and re…
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13, 13 Overfill Protector—keeps dishwasher from overfilling and is located in the left front corner of the tub. • Clean occasionally with household cleaner containing vinegar or bleach to dissolve any buildup. • Overfill Protector should move up and down freely about one inch. If it does not move, lift and clean underneath. Care of Drain Air Gap If a drain air gap was installed for your built-in dishwasher, check to make sure it is clean so the dishwasher will drain properl…
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14, 14 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 air dry option will lessen staining. Dishwasher Leaks • Use only fresh detergent designed for automatic dishwashers. Measure detergent carefully. Try a different brand. • Use fresh detergent. Old detergent is…
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15, Frigidaire FGBD2445NB 15 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 lon…
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16, 16 WARRANTY Canada 1.800.265.8352 Electrolux Canada Corp. 5855 Terry Fox Way Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5V 3E4 USA 1.800.944.9044 Electrolux Major Appliances North America 10200 David Taylor Drive Charlotte, NC 28262 Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your original date of purchase, Electrolux will pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used and maintained…
