Frigidaire FDB125RHS0, Use And Care Manual

10

Solutions to Common Dishwashing Problems 

(continued)

Removing Spots and Film

Hard water can cause lime deposit buildup on the

interior of the dishwasher. Dishes and glasses may

also get spots and film for a number of reasons.

(See Glassware/Flatware Spotted or Cloudy

section.) To remove buildup, spots and film, clean

using the following instructions:

1. Load clean dishes and glasses in normal

manner. Do not load any metal utensils or

silverware.

2. Do not add detergent.

3. Turn dial to NORMAL WASH. Close and latch

door to start.

4. Allow dishwasher to run for 40 minutes to

reach the main wash portion of cycle.

5. Unlatch and open door and pour 2 cups of

white vinegar into the bottom of dishwasher.

6. Close and latch door and allow the cycle to

finish.

Note:

 If these conditions persist, a home water

softener should be considered.

Dishwasher Has an Odor

• Soiled dishes left in dishwasher too long can

create an odor. Use Rinse/Hold cycle or rinse by

hand.

• There will be a “new” smell when first

installed. This is normal.

• Check to see if unit is draining properly. (See

Dishwasher Does Not Drain Properly.)

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/Hold cycle will reduce the

chance of staining. Using Cool Dry option will

lessen staining.

Dishwasher Leaks

• Use only fresh detergent designed for

automatic dishwashers. Measure detergent

carefully. Try a different brand.

• Spilled rinse aid can cause foam and lead to

overflowing. Wipe up any spills with damp

cloth.

• Check to see that dishwasher is level. (See

Installation Instructions.)

Normal Sounds You Will Hear

• Normal sounds include water fill, water

circulation and motor sounds.

Water in Bottom of Tub

• Water left in bottom of tub after cycle is

complete is not normal. If water remains in the

bottom of the tub, dishwasher may not be

draining properly. (See Dishwasher Does Not

Drain Properly.)

Vapor at Vent

• Water vapor escapes from the vent when the

dishwasher is operating. This is normal.

Dishwasher Won’t Run

• Check to see if circuit breaker is tripped or if a

fuse is blown.

• Make sure water supply is turned on.

• Check to see if cycle is set correctly. (See

Operating Instructions.)

• Make sure door is closed and latched.

Dishwasher Does Not Drain Properly

• If unit is hooked up to a food waste disposer,

make sure the disposer is empty.

• Check to see if the knockout plug has been

removed from inside the food waste disposer

inlet.

• Check to see if drain hose is kinked.

• Make sure cycle is complete, not in a pause.

Dishwasher Won’t Fill

• Is water supply turned on?

• Does overfill protector move up and down

freely? (See Overfill Protector section.) 

Normal

water fill covers filter area.