Frigidaire FGID2479SD - User Manual

CAUTION Property Damage Hazard Before starting dishwasher be sure that the water is connected and turned on. Failure to do so may cause damage to the pump seal and result in water leakage. 5 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Wash Cycle Selections Cycle times are approximate and will vary with options selected....

7 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Status Window The STATUS window, available on some models, indicates the following activity: 1-24............. Number of delay start hours. The last hour will count down in minutes. L0----L6............ Level of Rinse Aid dosage. Displayed Error Code* Problem Solution i10 A ...

8 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Cycle Chart Cycle Settings Water (approx.) Time * (Hours) Washes/ Rinses Heavy For pots, pans casseroles and dinnerware with dried-on or baked-on soils, and silverware Normal For regularly soiled dishes and silverware. Default Surge, Hi-Temp and Heat Options Scour, Sanitize ...

9 PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES Dish Preparation Scrape away large pieces of food, bones, pits, toothpicks, etc. The continuously fi ltered wash fl uid will remove remaining food particles. Burned-on foods should be loosened before loading. Empty liquids from glasses and cups. Foods such as mustard, ...

10 Adjustable Upper Rack The top rack height can be easily adjusted to accommodate loading taller dishes in either rack. To raise the rack to the upper position, lift rack until both sides are at the same height and the rack will secure in place. Ensure that the rack remains level from front to back...

11 PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES 12 place settings standard loading pattern The Cupshelf holder can be folded down to be used to load two levels of cups, juice glasses, and other short items or fold down both and use for long items such as utensils and spatulas. Fold up to load tall glasses. 8 place ...

12 PREPARING AND LOADING DISHES When covers are up, mix items in each section of the basket with some pointing up and some down to avoid nesting. Water spray cannot reach nested items. To add or remove items after wash cycle starts: • Unlatch door and wait a few seconds until wash action stops befor...

CAUTION The use of industrial grade detergent can damage parts of the dishwasher leading to damage to the unit and surrounding property. Use only household grade automatic dishwasher detergents. How much Detergent to use The amount of detergent to use depends on the water hardness. Water hardness is...

Detergent Usage Chart Water Hardness Soft Water (0-3 grains) Medium Hard Water (4-8 grains) Hard Water (9-12 grains) Amount (teaspoons) 4 teaspoons 6 teaspoons 8 teaspoons Dosage of detergent Place a single detergent tablet or packet into the detergent dispenser compartment. Dispenser cup level: Fir...

IMPORTANT Before starting a cycle, run hot water to clear cool water from pipe. 15 Rinse Aid Rinse aid greatly improves drying, reduces water spots, fi lming. With it water “sheets” off dishes rather than forming water droplets that cling and leave spots. A dispenser, located next to the detergent c...

Outside - Occasionally wipe with a mild nonabrasive detergent and water. Rinse and dry. 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 properly. A drain air gap is usually mounted on the counter top and...

CAUTION Winterizing A dishwasher left in an unheated place should be protected from freezing. Have a qualifi ed person do the following: 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....

19 BEFORE YOU CALL Vapor at Vent • Spilled rinse aid can cause foam and lead to overfl owing. Wipe up any spills with a damp cloth. • Water vapor escapes from the vent during the drying part of the cycle. This is normal. • Check to see that dishwasher is level. (See Installation Instructions). Dishw...

20 MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY 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 i...