Home > Frigidaire > FRIGIDAIRE FFBD1821MS Dishwasher

FRIGIDAIRE FFBD1821MS Dishwasher

COMMON DI SHWASHI NG PROBLEMS AND SOLUTI ONS  
Troubleshooting  
Do not place silver next to or touching  
Before calling for service, review this list. I t may  
save you both time and expense. This list includes  
common experiences that are not the result of  
defective workmanship or material.  
stainless steel utensils in dishwasher silverware basket.  
This can cause pitting of stainless steel blades. (Most  
silver knives have stainless steel blades. Do not let  
blades touch other stainless steel utensils during wash  
cycle.)  
Noise problems?  
It is normal to hear swishing and pulsating sounds.  
Tarnish on silver plate occurs when worn  
down to the base metal and turns a bronze color when  
exposed to hot water and detergent. Remove bronzing  
by soaking item in vinegar for 10 minutes or use a silver  
polish. For permanent protection, have silver replated.  
These sounds mean that water is circulating through the  
dishwasher.  
It is normal to hear motor sounds before water enters  
tub.  
Loud ticking usually means something is hitting wash  
arm. See Preparing and Loading Dishes.  
Silver tarnish can be caused by prolonged  
contact with air or with foods containing sulphur like  
eggs, mayonnaise, or seafood. Contact with undissolved  
detergent can also cause tarnish. To prevent this, rinse  
silver soon after use. Use care not to pour detergent  
directly onto silver. Remove tarnish with a silver polish.  
Vibrating or rattling sounds can mean dishes are  
touching each other. See Preparing and Loading  
Dishes.  
Operating problems?  
Be sure door is firmly closed. It is normal for dishwasher  
to pause between cycles.  
Discoloration of stainless steel—  
Food soil can create a film or discoloration. To avoid,  
rinse stainless items promptly. Food soil films can be  
removed with a stainless steel cleanser or mild cleanser.  
Rinse thoroughly.  
Leaking?  
Check for items sticking out of dishwasher that could  
prevent door from closing and sealing properly. Use only  
fresh dishwashing detergent to avoid oversudsing.  
Pitting of stainless steel is caused by  
prolonged contact with detergent granules and foods like  
salt, mayonnaise, fruits, butter or milk. To prevent, rinse  
soon after use. Do not allow detergent to fall directly  
onto stainless steel items.  
Water coming through door vents? When a dish is added  
after starting dishwasher, wait a few seconds before  
latching door. This permits entering cold air to expand  
slowly inside dishwasher.  
Dishes not dry?  
Discoloration of aluminum—Anodized  
(colored) aluminum cannot withstand machine washing.  
Resulting loss of color is permanent. Other aluminum  
may darken when machine washed. To decrease chance  
of discoloration, do not place aluminum directly beneath  
detergent dispenser. To brighten darkened items, scour  
with soap filled steel wool pads. For severely darkened  
pans, simmer an acidic food or a solution of  
Check to see if rinse aid dispenser needs refilling.  
Hot water temperature may be too low (min. 120°F  
49°C). If COOL DRYoption is being used, additional  
drying time may be required with door open.  
Water in tub?  
A small amount of water in bottom of tub is normal. It  
keeps water seal lubricated.  
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.  
Detergent left in cup?  
Detergent may be too old. Discard old detergent.Use fresh  
detergent. Dishes may not be loaded properly. Be sure  
items do not protrude from front of bottom rack  
preventing detergent cup from opening.  
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.  
13  
GeneralDetails
NameFRIGIDAIRE FFBD1821MS Dishwasher
MakeFrigidaire
LanguageEnglish
FiletypePDF (Download)
File size0.73 MB
Download PDF
1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars (1 votes, average: 5.00 out of 5)
Loading...
FRIGIDAIRE GDPH4525SS Dishwasher
FRIGIDAIRE GDPH4525SS Dishwasher
FRIGIDAIRE GDPP4517A Gallery Series Dishwasher
FRIGIDAIRE GDPP4517A Gallery Series Dishwasher
FRIGIDAIRE FDPC4314AS Dishwasher
FRIGIDAIRE FDPC4314AS Dishwasher
FRIGIDAIRE GDPH4515AF Gallery Dishwasher
FRIGIDAIRE GDPH4515AF Gallery Dishwasher
FRIGIDAIRE FFBD2406NB Full Console Dishwasher
FRIGIDAIRE FFBD2406NB Full Console Dishwasher
FRIGIDAIRE GDPH4525AF Gallery Dishwasher
FRIGIDAIRE GDPH4525AF Gallery Dishwasher
FRIGIDAIRE FDHP4336AS 24 Tall Tub Dishwasher
FRIGIDAIRE FDHP4336AS 24 Tall Tub Dishwasher
FRIGIDAIRE FDHP4336AS Dishwasher
FRIGIDAIRE FDHP4336AS Dishwasher
FRIGIDAIRE FDSR4501AP Panel Ready Dishwasher
FRIGIDAIRE FDSR4501AP Panel Ready Dishwasher
FRIGIDAIRE FGHD2455LF Dishwasher
FRIGIDAIRE FGHD2455LF Dishwasher

FRIGIDAIRE FFBD1821MS Dishwasher