Frigidaire FDB989GFW2 User manual

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Warranty & Service ........................... 21-22
Versión en español ................................. 21
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Safety
Instructions ............................2
Features .................................3
Normal Operating
Sounds ................................ 4,6
Operating
Instructions ......................... 4-9
Preparing and
Loading Dishes ................. 9-14
Dishwasher Dispenser
and Detergents ............... 15-16
Factors Affecting
Performance ........................ 16
Care and
Cleaning ............................... 17
Solutions to Common
Dishwashing Problems .... 18-20

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Important Safety Instructions
 Read all instructions before using your
dishwasher.
 Use your dishwasher only as instructed in
this Use and Care Manual.
 This Manual does not cover every possible
condition and situation that may occur. Use
common sense and caution when installing,
operating and maintaining any appliance.
 DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRICALLY
GROUNDED. Read the Installation
Instructions for details.
 This dishwasher is designed to operate on
regular house current (120 V, 60 Hz). Use a
circuit equipped with a 15 ampere fuse or
circuit breaker. Use a 20 ampere fuse if
dishwasher is connected with a food waste
disposer.
 Do not operate dishwasher unless all
enclosure panels are in their proper place.
 Dispose of discarded appliance and
shipping or packing material properly.
 To avoid entrapment and/or suffocation,
remove door or door latch mechanism from
any dishwasher that is discarded or not in
use.
 Keep young children and infants away from
dishwasher when it 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.
©1998 White Consolidated Industries, Inc.
All rights reserved. Printed in U.S.A.
 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
safe may melt and create a potential fire
hazard.
 If the dishwasher drains into a food
disposer, make sure disposer is completely
empty before running dishwasher.
 Disconnect electrical power to dishwasher
before servicing.
 Repairs should be done by a qualified
technician.
 Do not tamper with controls.
 Do not touch the heating element during or
immediately after use.
 When loading items to be washed:
- Locate sharp items and knives so that they
are not likely to damage the door seal or
tub.
- Load sharp items and knives with the
handles up to reduce the risk of cut-type
injuries.
 Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may
be produced in a hot water system that has
not been used for 2 weeks or more.
HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If hot water
system has not been used for such a period,
before using dishwasher, turn on all hot
water faucets and let water flow from each
for several minutes. This will release any
accumulated hydrogen gas. HYDROGEN
GAS IS FLAMMABLE. Do not smoke or use
an open flame during this time.
 Do not store or use combustible materials,
gasoline or other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
This symbol will help alert you to such
dangers as personal injury, burns, fire and
electrical shock.
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or
injury when using your dishwasher, follow
basic precautions including the following:

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Your dishwasher cleans by spraying a mixture of hot water and detergent through the spray arms
against soiled surfaces. Each cycle begins with a pre-drain. Next, the dishwasher fills with water
covering the filter area. Water is then pumped through the filter and spray arms. Soil particles go
down the drain as the water is pumped out and replaced with clean water. The number of water fills
will vary with the cycle being used.
Dishwasher Features
Serial Label
(located on right
side of tub)
Bottom Rack
pages 13
Heating
Element
page 17
Glass Trap
page 17
Self-Cleaning Filter
page 17
Tub Gasket
page 17
Lower Spray Arm
pages 13,14,18
Overfill Protector
page 17
Vent
pages
4-6,8,19
Top Rack
pages 10,11,12
Funnel
pages
10,11,12,18
Middle Spray Arm
pages 10,13,18
Detergent Dispenser
page 15
Nozzle and Upper Spray
Prewash Detergent
Cup
page 15
Rinse Aid
Dispenser
page 16

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Operating Instructions
Model FDB679
LatchVent
Getting Started
1. Load dishwashers (See Preparing and
Loading Dishes).
2. Add detergent (See Dishwasher Dispenser
& Detergents).
3. Add rinse aid, if needed (See Rinse Aid).
Wash Cycle Selections
4. Turn dial clockwise to select cycle (See Cycle
Chart) or number of hours for delay start.
5. Select desired OPTIONS (See Energy
Options).
6. If using DELAY START, go to step number 8.
7. Run hot water faucet nearest dishwasher
until water is hot. Turn water off.
8. To start, close door to latch.
Note: Cycle times are approximate and will
vary with options selected. Hot water is
necessary to activate dishwasher detergent and
melt fatty food soils. An automatic sensor will
check the incoming water temperature and, if it
is not hot enough, the timer will be delayed for
automatic water heating in the main wash of all
cycles. This happens even when HI-TEMP
WASH ON option has not been selected. When
HI-TEMP WASH ON is selected, an even higher
temperature will be guaranteed to handle
heavier soil loads.
Very Important Information-
Read Before Operating Your
Dishwasher!
Normal Operating
Sounds
This dishwasher does not sound like most
dishwashersITS QUIETER.
The new Precision Wash System uses
energy efficient motors for the wash and
drain portions of the cycle you select. Each
cycle has a series of water fills and drains for
washing and rinsing dishes. As each cycle
begins, you mayor may nothear the drain
motor.
The next sound you will hear is the
splashing water as it enters the tub. Then the
lower arm rotates and circulates water. This
is followed by a pause and a slightly different
sound as the middle arm sprays water. If you
listen closely, you will hear the change in
sound as the wash action switches from one
arm to the other.
PLEASE BE ADVISED: If you compare
this dishwasher to previous models, you
may be surprised at what you DONT
hear!
Delay Start
Allows you to delay starting the POTS & PANS
cycle up to 6 hours.
 Turn dial to select number of hours.
Select HI-TEMP WASH ON option and other
desired options.
Close door to latch. The DELAY START light
will come on.
Plate Warmer
For warming dishes and serving plates before
serving hot foods:
 Load clean plates and dishes to be warmed.
 Turn dial to PLATE WARMER.
Select HEATED DRY ON option.

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Operating Instructions (continued)
Hi-Temp Wash Option
When HI-TEMP WASH ON option is selected,
the dishwasher heats water in main wash to
approximately 140°F (60°C). Wash action will
continue but timer will not advance until
proper temperature is reached. The hotter
water provided by this option helps activate
dishwasher detergent to clean food grease and
soil from dishes. HI-TEMP WASH ON option
can be used with any cycle except RINSE HOLD
and PLATE WARMER.
To turn off option, select HI-TEMP WASH OFF.
Hi-Temp Rinse Option
When HI-TEMP RINSE ON option is selected,
the dishwasher heats water in final rinse to
approximately 140°F (60°C). This will speed
drying and reduce spotting. HI-TEMP RINSE
ON option can be used with any cycle except
RINSE HOLD and PLATE WARMER.
To turn off option, select HI-TEMP RINSE OFF.
Heated Dry Option
HEATED DRY ON option provides faster drying
since the heating element is on during the
drying portion of cycle.
HEATED DRY OFF option saves electricity since
the heating element is off during drying
portion of cycle. With either option, a fan
circulates air inside the dishwasher to speed
drying. You may wish to open the door slightly
after the cycle is complete since some water
droplets may remain on door and tub and in
areas where dishes touch silverware basket and
rack.
With either option, you may see water vapor
coming from vent during drying portion of
cycle. The vent is closed during washing to
hold moisture and sound inside and then
opens for drying.
The drying option may be changed at any time
during the cycle and affects only the drying
period.
Status Indicator Lights
When DELAY START option is selected, the
DELAY START light will glow as timer counts
down to begin cycle.
The HEATING DELAY light means the cycle is
being extended to heat water to proper
temperature in the main wash or final rinse,
based on options selected.
CLEAN light comes on when a cycle is
complete. To turn it off, turn dial slightly until
light goes off.
Energy Options
Heavy
Wash
Short
Wash
Rinse/
Hold  DO NOT USE detergent.
 Turn dial to RINSE/HOLD.
 Turn dial to SHORT WASH.
 Select desired OPTIONS.
 Turn dial to NORMAL WASH.
 Select desired OPTIONS.
 Turn dial to POTS & PANS/
HEAVY WASH.
 Select desired OPTIONS.
*Includes dry time.
Cycle Chart
Description Time
(approx.)
Washes/
Rinses
gal.
imp. gal.
liters
2 washes
4 rinses
81 min.*7.2
6.0
27.3
gal.
imp. gal.
liters
2 washes
3 rinses
75 min.*6.0
5.0
22.7
Water
(approx.)
For heavily soiled
dishes and
silverware.
For regularly soiled
dishes and
silverware.
gal.
imp. gal.
liters
1 wash
3 rinses
67 min.*4.8
4.0
18.2
For lightly soiled or
pre-rinsed dishes
and silverware.
For rinsing dishes
that will be washed
later.
1 rinse4 min.gal.
imp. gal.
liters
1.2
1.0
4.5
To Select Cycle
Cycle
Normal
Wash
Pots &
Pans
 Turn dial to POTS & PANS/
HEAVY WASH.
 Select HI-TEMP WASH ON
option.
 Select other desired OPTIONS.
gal.
imp. gal.
liters
2 washes
4 rinses
81 min.*7.2
6.0
27.3
For pots, pans,
casseroles, and
dinnerware with
dried-on or baked-
on soils.

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Note: Cycle times are approximate and will vary
with options selected. Hot water is necessary to
activate dishwasher detergent and melt fatty food
soils. An automatic sensor will check the
incoming water temperature and, if it is not hot
enough, the timer will be delayed for automatic
water heating in the main wash of all cycles. This
happens even when HI-TEMP WASH option has
not been selected. When HI-TEMP WASH is
selected, an even higher temperature will be
guaranteed to handle heavier soil loads.
Wash Cycle Selections
Operating Instructions (continued)
Getting Started
1. Load dishwasher (See Preparing and Loading
Dishes).
2. Add detergent (See Dishwasher Dispenser &
Detergents).
3. Add rinse aid, if needed (See Rinse Aid).
4. Close door to latch.
5. Select desired CYCLE (See Cycle Chart). The
indicator light above the pad will glow when
selected.
6. Select desired OPTIONS (See Energy
Options). The indicator light above the pad
will glow when selected.
7. If using DELAY START, go to step number 9.
8. Run hot water faucet nearest dishwasher until
water is hot. Turn water off.
9. To start, press START/CANCEL pad.
Vent Latch
Model FDB989
Very Important Information-
Read Before Operating Your
Dishwasher!
Normal Operating
Sounds
This dishwasher does not sound like most
dishwashersITS QUIETER.
The new Precision Wash System uses
energy efficient motors for the wash and
drain portions of the cycle you select. Each
cycle has a series of water fills and drains for
washing and rinsing dishes. As each cycle
begins, you mayor may nothear the drain
motor.
The next sound you will hear is the
splashing water as it enters the tub. Then the
lower arm rotates and circulates water. This
is followed by a pause and a slightly different
sound as the middle arm sprays water. If you
listen closely, you will hear the change in
sound as the wash action switches from one
arm to the other.
PLEASE BE ADVISED: If you compare
this dishwasher to previous models, you
may be surprised at what you DONT
hear!

7
Operating Instructions (continued)
gal.
imp. gal.
liters
94 min.*7.2
6.0
27.3
gal.
imp. gal.
liters
1 wash
2 rinses
66 min.*3.6
3.0
13.6
For regularly soiled
dishes and silverware.
gal.
imp. gal.
liters
1 wash
2 rinses
68 min.*3.6
3.0
13.6
For lightly soiled dishes
or pre-rinsed dishes, pots,
pans and silverware when
you do not have a full
load.
For rinsing dishes that
will be washed later.
2 rinses17 min.gal.
imp. gal.
liters
2.4
2.0
9.1
 Select POTS PANS,
HI-TEMP WASH and
other desired
OPTIONS.
gal.
imp. gal.
liters
2 washes
5 rinses
106 min.*8.4
7.0
31.8
For pots, pans, casseroles
and dinnerware with
dried-on or baked-on
soils.
*Includes dry time.
Cycle Chart
Description Time
(approx.)
Washes/
Rinses
Water
(approx.)
To StartCycle
Pots & Pans
Normal
Wash
Short Wash
(Lower Rack)
Rinse Hold
gal.
imp. gal.
liters
2 washes
4 rinses
99 min.*7.2
6.0
27.3
For heavily soiled dishes
and silverware.
Heavy Wash
For lightly soiled or
pre-rinsed dishes and
silverware when you do
not have a full load.
Short Wash
(Upper Rack)
gal.
imp. gal.
liters
1 wash
4 rinses
82 min.*6.0
5.0
22.7
For lightly soiled and
pre-rinsed dishes and
silverware.
Short Wash
(Both Racks)
gal.
imp. gal.
liters
1 wash
4 rinses
82 min.*6.0
5.0
22.7
For lightly soiled china
and crystal.
China
Crystal
 Select RINSE HOLD.
 DO NOT USE
detergent.
2 washes
4 rinses
Hi-Temp Wash
When HI-TEMP WASH 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 HOLD.
When HI-TEMP WASH is selected, the light
above the pad will come on and remain on
until end of cycle. To turn off the HI-TEMP
WASH option, press the pad a second time.
The light above the pad will turn off.
Options Selections
Hi-Temp Rinse
A HI-TEMP RINSE of approximately 145°F
(63°C) will automatically be provided in the
final rinse on POTS PANS, HEAVY WASH,
NORMAL WASH and SHORT WASH (BOTH
RACKS), if HI-TEMP WASH option has been
selected. This higher temperature helps speed
drying and reduce spotting.
 Select HEAVY WASH
and desired OPTIONS.
 Select CHINA/
CRYSTAL and desired
OPTIONS.
 Select SHORT WASH/
BOTH RACKS and
desired OPTIONS.
 Select SHORT WASH/
UPPER RACK and
desired OPTIONS.
 Select SHORT WASH/
LOWER RACK and
desired OPTIONS.
 Select NORMAL WASH
and desired OPTIONS.

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Operating Instructions (continued)
No Heat Dry
NO HEAT DRY option saves electricity since the
heating element is off during drying portion of
cycle. When selected, the light above the pad
will come on and remain on until end of cycle.
To speed the drying process, open the door
slightly after the cycle is complete. Some water
droplets may remain on door and tub and in
areas where dishes touch silverware basket and
rack.
To select heated dry, press the pad a second
time. The light above the pad will turn off.
Heated dry provides faster drying since the
heating element is on during the drying
portion of the cycle. With either option, a fan
circulates the air inside the dishwasher to
speed drying.
You may see water vapor coming from the vent
during the dying portion of the cycle. The vent
is closed during washing to hold moisture and
sound inside and then opens for drying. The
drying option may be changed at any time
during the cycle and affects only the drying
period.
Opening the door longer than one minute
during the dry cycle cancels the selected dry
program.
Delay Start
The DELAY START option allows you to delay
starting your dishwasher up to 9 hours.
Press the DELAY START pad until the desired
delay time shows in the STATUS window.
To cancel the DELAY START option and begin
the cycle before the delay period is over, press
the START/CANCEL pad.
To Cancel a Cycle
You can cancel a cycle anytime during the
cycle. Press START/CANCEL pad and the
dishwasher will start a 90 second drain. At the
end of the drain, select the desired cycle.
Note: To start the dishwasher using the
same cycle and options selected on the
previous wash, just press the START/
CANCEL pad.
Status Indicator Lights
When the ADD-A-DISH light is on, you can add
additional items.
The WASHING light comes on at the beginning
of cycle and remains on until the end of the
main wash.
The RINSING light will come on and remain
on during the last two rinses of all cycles.
The DRYING light indicates the drying portion
of the cycle. The light will come on when either
drying option is selected.
The CLEAN light will come on at end of cycle
and remain on until door is opened.

9
Child Lock Controls
To prevent children from accidentally changing
the dishwasher cycle or starting the dishwasher,
lock the dishwasher controls by touching the
NO HEAT DRY pad for 3 seconds. The
CONTROLS light will come on and no new
selections can be made until the lock is
released. To unlock the controls, touch the NO
HEAT DRY pad for 3 seconds until the light
goes out.
Status Window
The Status window indicates the following
activity:
1H-9H. Number of delay start hours.
The last hour will count
down in minutes.
CL Close dishwasher door. The
status indicator lights will
also flash to indicate current
cycle status.
HO.. Indicates a water heat delay.
MINUTES... Number of minutes left in
cycle (1-99). If cycle is longer
than 99 minutes, a small light
will appear to the left of the
first 9 and remain on until
time counts below 99.
PF Appears in window when
dishwasher is first installed,
or when power has been
interrupted. HI-TEMP WASH
and NO HEAT DRY indicator
lights will also flash. To clear,
touch START/CANCEL pad.
Operating Instructions
(continued) Preparing and Loading
Dishes
Dish Preparation
Scrape away large pieces of food, bones, pits,
toothpicks, etc. The continuous filtered wash
system will remove remaining food particles.
Burned-on foods should be loosened before
loading. Empty liquids from glasses and cups.
Foods such as mustard, mayonnaise, vinegar,
lemon juice and tomato based products may
cause discoloration of stainless steel and
plastics if allowed to sit for a long period of
time. Unless the dishwasher is to be operated
at once, it is best to rinse off these food soils.
 Load racks so that large items do not
prevent the detergent dispenser from
opening.
 Check manufacturers recommendations
before washing items in question.
 If the dishwasher drains into a food
disposer, be sure disposer is completely
empty before starting dishwasher.

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Preparing and Loading Dishes (continued)
Loading the Top Rack
Important: Do not cover the funnel when
loading.
The upper rack is designed for flexibility in
loading a wide variety of items including cups,
glasses, stemware, small plates, bowls, etc.
Load plastic items in top rack only. Melting
may occur if placed in bottom rack.
Be sure nothing protrudes through the bottom
of the rack to block rotation of middle spray
arm.
Do not cover funnel
Grabber (available select models)
The Grabber offers the ultimate in flexibility.
When closed, load with saucers or small
dishes. Open halfway and it is perfect for small
casseroles. Open completely for those hard to
fit items such as coffee pots, food processors,
etc. As you load your dishwasher, you will find
many other ways to use this unique feature.