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Your dishwasher model number location may vary, but is most commonly found on the side of the door panel and visible when the door is opened.

Frigidaire Smudge-Proof^MC stainless steel features a proprietary protective coating that resists fingerprints and cleans easily. It’s one way our products help make kitchen maintenance virtually effortless.

The amount of detergent you need to use depends on whether you have hard or soft water. To determine the proper amount, follow these tips:

• If you are using dishwasher packs or tablets, use only one at a time. If you’ve selected a quick or fast cycle, add the detergent pack or tablet in the tub so it dissolves during shorter cycles.

• For powder, gel and liquid detergents, consult your Owner’s Manual, which lists the correct amount of detergent for degree of water conditions. You can also find more tips at www.cascadeclean.com.

To determine your water hardness, contact your water supplier or have your water tested by an outside source (such as a company that sells water treatment equipment).

For best results, follow these tips for detergent use:

• Make sure the detergent is fresh. When it’s old or expired, it might not dissolve properly.

• Store detergent in a cool, dry place.

• When loading the dishwasher, be sure that the detergent dispenser can open freely (not blocked by a dish/pan, etc) and that water from the spray arm can reach the open dispenser.

• Because most detergents are designed to dissolve and activate at 120°F, your dishwasher will perform best if your water temperature is 120°F or higher at the start of a wash cycle.
• TIP: Feel free to check your water heater setting. You may also run hot water from the kitchen faucet prior to starting the dishwasher.

For the best cleaning performance, we recommend your water heat is set for a minimum of 120 degrees. If uncertain if your water is the appropriate heat, check the water heater's temperature reading. To help achieve the desired temperature, try letting water run in your sink until it’s hot. This "primes the pump" – it gets hotter water to your dishwasher faster. (Your dishwasher uses about 3-4 gallons per cycle, limiting the opportunity the water has to warm up if it doesn’t start off hot enough.) Low water pressure may also contribute to your cleaning results. If water is being used elsewhere in your home at the same time (ex. showers, laundry), you may need to wait until water use is reduced before starting your dishwasher.

Some dishwasher models offer a Sanitize Rinse option, which delivers higher heat for maximum drying and ensures a 99.999% reduction of bacteria (as certified by the NSF). We also recommend using rinse aid (such as Cascade Rinse Aids), which helps to eliminate spots and residue. For additional tips to ensure the best cleaning, see the "best way to load" your dishwasher in our FAQ's or refer to your Owner’s Manual. If you are unable to resolve an issue or need more information, please contact us.

Products that are ENERGY STAR^MD qualified are equivalent to or better than standard products, with one important difference: they use less energy. To learn the ENERGY STAR^MD rating, products must meet strict energy efficiency criteria set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the U.S. Department of Energy. Because they use less energy, these products save money on your electricity bill and help protect the environment by reducing harmful emissions from power plants. Plus, you get all of the features and quality you expect.

For more information, see:
http://www.energystar.gov

Since the features and appearances of silverware baskets may vary by model, please reference your Owner’s Manual. However, here are some overall helpful tips:

1. Load the silverware basket while it is in the bottom rack or take the basket out for easy loading on a counter or table.
2. For silverware baskets with lids, small items like baby bottle caps, jar lids, etc. can be placed in a covered section to hold them securely in place.
3. Be sure nothing protrudes through bottom of silverware basket or rack that may block the spray arm.
4. We recommend you do not mix silver and stainless to avoid damaging the silver finish.
5. When you are not using the lids to your silverware basket, mix items in each section of the basket with some items pointing up and some down to avoid nesting. The water spray cannot reach nested items.