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Dishwasher

675000612098 (March 2011)

Important Safety Instructions .............................. 2
Dishwasher Features ......................................... 3
Operating Instructions ................................... 4 - 5
Preparing and Loading Dishes ............................. 6
Dishwasher Dispenser & Detergents .................... 7
Factors Affecting Performance ............................ 8

Care and Cleaning ....................................... 9 - 10
Connecting & Disconnecting the Portable
Dishwasher ..................................................... 11
Common Dishwashing Problems & Solutions  12 - 13
Notes ............................................................. 14
Warranty ........................................................ 15

Summary of Contents for FFBD1821M S

Page 1: ...75000612098 March 2011 Important Safety Instructions 2 Dishwasher Features 3 Operating Instructions 4 5 Preparing and Loading Dishes 6 Dishwasher Dispenser Detergents 7 Factors Affecting Performance 8 Care and Cleaning 9 10 Connecting Disconnecting the Portable Dishwasher 11 Common Dishwashing Problems Solutions 12 13 Notes 14 Warranty 15 ...

Page 2: ... is operating Do not let children abuse sit stand or play on door or racks of a dishwasher Use only detergents and rinse agents recommended for use in a dishwasher Store dishwasher detergent and rinse agents out of the reach of children Do not wash plastic items unless marked dishwasher safe or the equivalent Check with manufacturer for recommendations if not marked Items that are not dishwasher s...

Page 3: ...n Next the dishwasher fills with water to a level even with the heating element This water is constantly pumped through the rotating spray arm and sprayed onto the dishes Soiled water is pumped out and replaced iwth clean water during a cylce The number of water fills depends upon the cycle being used ControlPanel DoorSpring Panel ToeKick LevelingLegs Motor Lower Spray Arm LowerRack UpperSprayArm ...

Page 4: ... Saver gal imp gal liters 2 7 2 24 10 2 gal imp gal liters 2 7 2 24 10 2 Light Wash For Lightly soiled and pre rinsed dishes and silverware Select LIGHT WASH and select desiredOPTIONS 2 washes 3 rinses 85 min gal imp gal liters 3 5 2 9 12 0 Getting Started 1 Check Filter See Cleaning Filter 2 Load dishwasher See Preparing and Loading Dishes 3 Add detergent See Dishwasher Dispenser Detergents 4 Add...

Page 5: ...ons Hi Temp Wash Option When HI TEMP WASH ON option is selected the dishwasher heats the water in the main wash to approximately 140 F 60 C This increase in water temperature helps dishwasher detergent remove food grease and soil from dishes more effectively and aids in drying HI TEMP WASH option can be used with all cycles except CHINA CRYSTAL and RINSE ONLY HI TEMP WASH is automatically provided...

Page 6: ...ngle facing inward Slightly tilting items will provide better drainage Pots and pans Place upside down and at an angle Do not allow handles to protrude through bottom of rack blocking wash arm rotation Load large items at the sides and not across the front so they do not block the detergent dispenser preventing it from opening Loading the Top Rack Glasses and cups Place glasses and cups against ou...

Page 7: ...ins Medium Hard Water 4 8 grains Hard Water 9 12 grains Very Hard Water over 12 grains 1 5 teaspoons each cup 1 4 full 4 teaspoons each cup fill to line above Regular 6 teaspoons each cup completely full Each Cup Completely Full Light Wash Energy Saver 1 5 teaspoons Main Wash cup 1 4 full 4 teaspoons Main Wash cup fill to line above Regular 6 teaspoons Main Wash cup completely full Main Wash Cup C...

Page 8: ...nies per cycle You may choose to select the AIR DRY option however you will have items in your dish load that will not be completely dry at the end of the cycle Adjustable setting DispenserOpening DispenserCap Indicator More Less Water pressure should be between 20 and 120 pounds per square inch Low water pressure occurs most often during periods of high water consumption such as when laundry or s...

Page 9: ...re it is clean so the dishwasher will drain properly Drain air gaps are usually mounted on countertop and can be inspected by removing the cover A drain air gap is not part of your dishwasher and is not covered by this warranty Winterizing 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 3...

Page 10: ...that the filter is fully seated please press down on the top of the main filter Using the dishwasher without a properly installed filter is not recommended as it will reduce the cleaning efficiencyandmaydamagedishware Cleaning the Filter The spray arm may need to be cleaned to insure that there are no clogs to the spray arm jets and bearings due to hard water chemicals To remove spray arm simply h...

Page 11: ...ded outlet DisconnectingthePortableDishwasher 1 When cycle has finished unplug power cord and return it to compartment 2 Turn off hot water 3 Press red button on coupler to release water pressure 4 Press down on collar to release coupler 5 Empty remaining water from coupler and return it to compartment IMPORTANT A sink spray hose can burst due to constant water pressure while in use If your spray ...

Page 12: ...ng element If water level is low have water pressure checked by a plumber Use less detergent and make sure water temperature is not higher than 150 F 66 C Underload to assure thorough rinsing Use the COOL DRY Option Chipped dishes and glasses can result from rough handling and improper loading Do not put glasses in direct contact with other items Place glasses securely against pins Crazing of olde...

Page 13: ...f 2 teaspoons 10 ml cream of tartar per quart 1 L of water for 1 2 hour Scour with soap filled steel wool pad rinse and dry Knife handles become loose when the cement is exposed to very hot water Test wash a single knife for several weeks Damaged knives should be professionally re cemented Noise problems It is normal to hear swishing and pulsating sounds These sounds mean that water is circulating...

Page 14: ...14 NOTES ...

Page 15: ...not limited to floors cabinets walls etc 13 Damages caused by services performed by unauthorized service companies use of parts other than genuine Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies or external causes such as abuse misuse inadequate power supply accidents fires or acts of God DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES LIMITATION OF REMEDIES CUSTOMER S SOL...

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