Frigidaire FDPH4316AD Complete Owners Guide - Page 7

CONTROLS AND SETTINGS 7 The cycle time will be extended until the proper water temperature is reached. Washing action will continue during the water heating delay. For best results, the incoming water temperature should be at least 120oF (49oC). The sanitize criteria may not be satisfied if there is an interruption of the cycle, power failure or if the incoming water temperature is below 120oF (49oC). Press the Temp pad a second time to turn off the Sanitize option. The light beside the Sanitize pad will turn off. High Temp Option When the High Temp option is selected, the dishwasher heats water in the main wash to approximately 155oF (68oC). This increase in water temperature helps the dishwasher detergent remove food grease and soil from dishes more effectively and aids in improved drying performance. When the High temp wash option is selected, the High temp indicator will come on and remain on until the end of the cycle. To turn off the High temp wash option, press the Temp pad to select a different temperature option. 3 Max Dry When the Max Dry option is selected, the dishwasher extends drying time by approximately 20 minutes. The Max Dry option can be used with all cycles except Energy Saver. For best drying performance, also apply an increased wash temperature by selecting High Temp or even better, the Sanitize option. The energy required to use the Max Dry option costs pennies per cycle. You may choose not to select the Max Dry option; however you may have items in your dish load that will not be completely dry at the end of the cycle. Heat Dry 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; however you will have items in your dish load that will not be completely dry at the end of the cycle. Select the Normal Wash cycle and High Temp wash option along with a Rinse Aid agent for improved drying performance. 4 Delay Time The Delay option allows you to automatically delay starting your dishwasher from 2-4-6 hours. To activate delay option, press the pad once for a 2 hour delay, twice for 4 hours and three times for 6 hours. A light will come on indicating the delay start hours and will remain on until cycle starts. Press the START/CANCEL pad to start the delay option. If the delay option is interrupted, the START/ CANCEL pad will have to be pressed again to return to delay option. To cancel the DELAY option and to begin the selected cycle before the delay period is over, press and hold START/CANCEL pad for 3 seconds. 5 Start/Cancel Button When cycle and options are selected, LEDs of selected cycle and options are illuminated. The status window displays the cycle time. To start the cycle, press START/ CANCEL pad and close the dishwasher door immediately. You can cancel a cycle anytime during the cycle. Press and hold the START/CANCEL pad for 3 seconds. The light beside the cycle and option selected will go out, the START/CANCEL light will remain illuminated, the dishwasher will start a 90 second drain. At the end of the drain, select the next desired cycle. 6 Status indicator Lights The Washing light comes on at the beginning of the cycle and remains on until the end of the main wash. The Clean light will come on at the end of cycle and remain on until the door is opened. When the Sanitize option is selected, the Sanitized light will glow when the Sanitize cycle is finished. If the dishwasher did not properly sanitize the dishes, the light will not come on. This can happen if the cycle is interrupted. The light will remain on until the door is opened.