Frigidaire FGBD2435NF Complete Owner's Guide (English) - Page 11
Filling the Detergent Dispenser, Detergent Usage Guide, How much Detergent to use
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DISHWASHER DISPENSER & DETERGENTS Filling the Detergent Dispenser The detergent dispenser has one covered and one uncovered cup. Detergent in the uncovered cup falls into the dishwasher when the door is closed. The covered cup opens automatically to release detergent. • Use only fresh automatic dishwashing detergent. Other detergents may cause oversudsing. • If detergent packs or tabs do not fully dissolve at the end of the cycle, place pack/tab directly on the bottom of the dishwasher and close the dispenser cover. • When using automatic dishwashing detergent tabs, or pacs place one tab in main wash cup and close. • Add detergent just before starting cycle. • Store detergent in a cool, dry location. Moist or caked detergent may not dissolve properly. surface damage that appears like a film but cannot be wiped off. Your local water company, water softener company or county extension agent can tell you the water hardness in your area. Cover Main Wash Cup Cover Latch Pre Wash Cup Rinse Aid Indicator If the cover is closed on the Main Wash Cup, open by pressing the cover latch. CAUTION Cover The use of industrial grade detergent can damage the heating coil and other parts of the dishwasher leading to damage to the unit and surrounding property. Use only household grade automatic dishwasher detergents. Main Wash Cup Cover Latch How much Detergent to use The amount of detergent to use depends on the water hardness. Water hardness is measured in grains per gallon. Using too little detergent can result in poor cleaning and hard water filming or spotting. Usin too much detergent in soft water can cause etching to some glassware which is Pre Wash Cup Rinse Aid Indicator If the cover is closed on the Main Wash Cup, open by pressing the cover latch. * Apperance may vary from your model. Detergent Usage Guide Cycle Heavy Wash or Normal Wash Top Rack Rinse Only Soft Water (0-3 grains) 2 teaspoons (each cup- 1/4 full) 2 teaspoons (Main Wash cup- 1/4 full) No Detergent Medium Hard Water (4-8 grains) 5 teaspoons (each cup-fill to line above "Regular") 5 teaspoons (Main Wash cup-fill to line above "Regular") No Detergent Hard Water (9-12 grains) 8 teaspoons (each cup- completely full) 8 teaspoons (Main Wash cup- completely full) No Detergent Very Hard Water* (over 12 grains) Each Cup- Completely Full (water softener recommended) Main Wash Cup- Completely Full (water softener recommended) No Detergent (water softener recommended) NOTE As a rule, use 1 teaspoon for each grain above 12. For very hard water, detergent alone may not be enough and then a water softener is recommended to improve water quality and dishwashing performance. 11