Frigidaire FDB125RHS0, Use And Care Manual

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Before calling for service, review this list. It

may save you both time and expense. This list

includes common experiences that are not the

result of defective workmanship or material

in your dishwasher.

Food Soils Left on Dishes

• Choose another cycle for longer washing time.

• Check rack loading section for proper loading—

avoid nesting items.

• Home water pressure may be too low—should

be 20 to 120 pounds per square inch (psi).

• Check incoming water temperature. It should

be at least 120°F (49°C). (See Factors Affecting

Performance.)

• Check water hardness. For extremely hard

water, it may be necessary to install a water

softener. (See Detergent Chart.)

• Use fresh detergent.

• Check to make sure tower in lower rack is not

blocked.

• Make sure items are not blocking the spray arm,

preventing it from rotating.

• Check to see if the liquid rinse aid dispenser

needs refilling or if the solid rinse aid needs

replacing.

Dishes not Dry

• Select Hot Dry option.

• Make sure the liquid rinse aid dispenser is

filled.  Check container to see if it is time to

replace solid rinse aid.

• Increase the amount of rinse aid, if available on

your model. (See Rinse Aid).

• Check the incoming water temperature. Be sure

it is at least 120°F (49°C).

• Check for proper loading—avoid nesting items.

• Plastic items may need to be towel dried.

• Cups with a concave bottom will collect water.

Dishware Chipped

• Load with care and do not overload. (See

Preparing and Loading dishes.)

• Place delicate items in top rack.

• Place glasses securely against pins and not over

pins.

• Load items so they are secure and don’t jar

loose when moving racks in and out. Move

racks in and out slowly.

• Make sure tall glasses and stemware will clear

top of tub when rack is pushed in.

• Fine antique china and crystal should be hand-

washed.

Solutions to Common Dishwashing Problems

Glassware/Flatware Spotted or Cloudy

• Check water hardness. For extremely hard

water, it may be necessary to install a water

softener. (See Detergent Chart.)

• Water temperature may be low. Avoid extremely

low or high temperatures. (See Factors

Affecting Performance.)

• Avoid overloading and improper loading. (See

Preparing and Loading Dishes.)

• Use fresh detergent. Old detergent is

ineffective.

• Check to see that proper amount of detergent

is being used. Also, check phosphate level. (See

Detergent Dispenser.)

• Home water pressure may be too low—it

should be 20 to 120 pounds per square inch

(psi).

Dishware Stained or Discolored

• Tea and coffee can stain cups. Remove the

stains by hand washing in a solution of 

1

/

2

 cup

(120 ml) bleach and one quart (1 L) of warm

water. Rinse thoroughly.

• 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 long period. Rinse by hand if not

operating dishwasher at once.

• Mixing stainless steel and silver utensils in

silverware basket can cause pitting of the

stainless steel blades. Avoid mixing stainless

steel and silver.

Etching

• Using too much detergent in soft or softened

water causes this film that cannot be removed.

• Adjust the amount of detergent based on the

water hardness. (Check Detergent Chart.)

• Lower the water temperature.

• Use the Cool Dry option.

Detergent Left in Cups

• Detergent may be old.  Discard and use fresh

detergent.

• Be sure water action can reach the dispenser.

• Check to see if cycle has been completed.

• Make sure items do not prevent the detergent

dispenser from opening.