Frigidaire FFBD2411NB Use & Care Manual

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IMPORTANT
Before starting a cycle, run hot water 
to clear cool water from pipe.
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FACTORS AFFECTING PERFORMANCE
Rinse Aid
Rinse aid greatly improves drying, 
reduces water spots, fi lming, and 
lubricates wash arm bearing for proper 
rotation.  
With it water “sheets” off dishes 
rather than forming water droplets that cling 
and leave spots.
A dispenser, located next to the detergent cup, 
automatically releases a measured amount of 
rinse aid during the last rinse.  If spotting and 
poor drying are problems, increase the amount 
of rinse aid dispensed by rotating the dial to a 
higher number.  The dial is located under the 
dispenser cap.  The indicator will be dark when 
full and will show clear when it is time to refi ll.  
To add liquid rinse aid, turn dispense cap 1/4 
turn counterclockwise and lift out.  Pour in 
rinse aid until liquid touches the indicated fi ll 
level  Replace cap.
Do not overfi ll since this can cause 
oversudsing.  Wipe up any spills iwth a damp 
cloth.
The dispenser holds enough for 35 to 140 
washes, depending on setting.
Water Pressure
The hot water line to dishwasher must provide 
water pressure between 20 and 120 psi.
Low Water pressure may occur when laundry 
or showers are in operation.  If you experience 
poor wash performance you may need to 
wait until water use is reduced before starting 
dishwasher.
Water Temperature
Hot water is needed for best dishwashing and 
drying results.  Water entering dishwasher 
should be at least 120
o
F (49
o
C) to give 
satisfactory results.
To check water temperature entering 
dishwasher:
• 
Turn on hot water faucet nearest 
dishwasher for several minutes to clear 
cool water from pipes.
• 
Hold a candy or meat thermometer in the 
water stream to check the temperature.
• 
If temperature is below 120
o
F (49
o
C), 
have a qualifi ed person raise the hot 
water heater thermostat setting.
The HEAT DRY option in combination 
with rinse aid will enhance drying 
performance.  The energy required to use 
the HEAT DRY option costs pennies per 
cycle.  You may choose not to select the 
HEAT DRY option; however you will have 
items in your dish load that will not be 
completely dry at the end of the cycle.
Dispenser Opening
Indicator
Dispenser Cap
Adjustable Setting
NOTE
To achieve the best results from your 
dishwasher, visit 
www.dishwashingexpert.com
 
for general tips regarding the performance 
and operation of your dishwasher.
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