Frigidaire FGID2479SF Complete Owner s Guide - Page 17

BEFORE YOU CALL Winterizing A dishwasher left in an unheated place should be protected from freezing. Have a qualified person do the following: 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. 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. Place a pan under the inlet valve. Disconnect water line from the inlet valve and drain into pan. 4. Disconnect drain line from pump and drain water into pan. To Restore Service: 1. Reconnect the water, drain, and electrical power supply. Food Soils Left on Dishes • Choose another cycle for longer washing time. • Choose the Hi-Temp Wash option. • 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 120oF (49oC). (See Factors Affecting Performance.) • Check water hardness. For extremely hard water, it may be necessary to install a water softener. (See Detergent Chart). 2. Turn on water and electrical power supply • Use Fresh Detergent. 3. Fill detergent cup and run the dishwasher through a HEAVY cycle. • Make sure items are not blocking the spray arms, preventing them from rotating. 4. Check connections to make sure they do not leak. CAUTION Property Damage Hazard Freezing temperatures may cause water lines to rupture. Be sure all supply lines to and circulating lines within dishwasher are protected. Failure to do so could result in property damage. Dishes not Dry • Select heat dry option. • Make sure the rinse aid dispenser is filled. • Increase the discharge setting of rinse aid. (See Rinse Aid). • Check the incoming water temperature. Be sure it is at least 120oF (49oC). • Check for proper loading-avoid nesting items. • Plastic items may need to be towel dried. • Cups with a concave bottom will collect water. Load them at the far left of the upper rack so they will be held in a tilted position. NOTE See Installation Instructions for more details on disconnecting and restoring service to your dishwasher. 17