Frigidaire fdbc24bas0 Operating Guide
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Dishwasher Dispenser & Detergents
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Use only fresh automatic dishwashing
detergent. Other types will cause oversudsing.
detergent. Other types will cause oversudsing.
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Add detergent just before starting cycle.
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Store detergent in a cool, dry location. Moist or
caked detergent will not dissolve properly.
caked detergent will not dissolve properly.
Filling the Detergent Dispenser
Some models have a detergent dispenser with one
covered and one uncovered cup. Detergent in the
uncovered cup falls into the dishwasher when the
door is closed. The covered cup opens
automatically to release detergent. See illustration
below.
covered and one uncovered cup. Detergent in the
uncovered cup falls into the dishwasher when the
door is closed. The covered cup opens
automatically to release detergent. See illustration
below.
The uncovered cup on models with only one
cup will be labeled “Detergent” and detergent
should be added before starting selected
cycle.
cup will be labeled “Detergent” and detergent
should be added before starting selected
cycle.
Detergent Chart
Amount per Cup
2 Teaspoons
5 Teaspoons
10 Teaspoons
(fill level with top)
(fill level with top)
Water Hardness
Soft (0-3 grains)
Medium (4-8 grains)
Hard (9+ grains*)
* 12 grains and higher is extremely hard water.
Detergent alone may not be enough. A water
softener is recommended to improve water
quality and dishwashing performance.
Detergent alone may not be enough. A water
softener is recommended to improve water
quality and dishwashing performance.
How much Detergent to use
The amount of detergent to use depends on the
water hardness. Water hardness is measured in
grains per gallon. Using too little detergent can
result in poor cleaning and hard water filming or
spotting. Using too much detergent in soft water
can cause permanent etching on glassware. Your
local water company, water softener company or
county extension agent can tell you the water
hardness in your area.
water hardness. Water hardness is measured in
grains per gallon. Using too little detergent can
result in poor cleaning and hard water filming or
spotting. Using too much detergent in soft water
can cause permanent etching on glassware. Your
local water company, water softener company or
county extension agent can tell you the water
hardness in your area.
More detergent may be needed if the phosphorus
content is 8.7% or less.
content is 8.7% or less.
The phosphorus content is shown on the
detergent label.
detergent label.
Cover
Fill to second line
when using standard
dishwashing
detergent.
when using standard
dishwashing
detergent.
Fill to first line
when using ultra
or concentrated
detergent.
when using ultra
or concentrated
detergent.
Fill covered
cup only for
Light Wash.
cup only for
Light Wash.
Fill both cups
for Pots & Pans
and Normal Wash.
for Pots & Pans
and Normal Wash.