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All About
Servicing
24" Dishwashers
Electronic Series
Electrolux Major Appliances; North America
250 Bobby Jones Expwy
Augusta, GA 30907
Publication #5995535019
®
March 2009
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  • Page 1 All About Servicing 24“ Dishwashers Electronic Series ® Electrolux Major Appliances; North America 250 Bobby Jones Expwy Augusta, GA 30907 Publication #5995535019 March 2009...
  • Page 3: Section 1 Basic Information

    Section 1 Basic Information Safe Servicing Practices Avoid personal injury and/or property damage by observing important Safe Servicing Practices. Following are some limited examples of safe practices: 1. DO NOT attempt a product repair if you have any doubts as to your ability to complete the repair in a safe and satisfactory manner.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Section 1 Basic Information This manual covers models FDB2410HIB, FDB2410HIC, and FDB2410HIS 24 inch stainless steel dishwashers. Section 1 - Basic Information ......1-1 Finalize Installation..........2-13 Dishwasher Wet Test ......... 2-13 Safe Servicing Practices ........1-1 Installation Checklist .......... 2-13 Table of Contents ..........
  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    Section 1 Basic Information Section 4 - Component Teardown (continued) • Do not operate dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are in their proper place as explained in the Filters ..............4-6 Installation Instructions provided with the Door Seal ............4-6 dishwasher.
  • Page 6: Product Specifications

    Section 1 Basic Information Product Specifications Water Supply Suggested minimum incoming water Electrical temperature ..........120°F (49°C) Pressure (PSI) min./max......... 20/120 Rating ..........120 Volts, 60Hz Connection (NPT) ..........3/8” Separate Circuit....15 amp min., 20 amp max. Consumption (Normal Cycle) ..
  • Page 7: Filling The Detergent Dispenser

    Section 1 Basic Information Filling the Detergent Dispenser Cover The detergent dispenser has one covered and one uncovered cup. Detergent in the uncovered cup falls Main Wash Cup into the dishwasher when the door is closed. The covered cup opens automatically to release detergent. •...
  • Page 8: Detergent Usage Guide

    Section 1 Basic Information Detergent Usage Guide Cycle Soft Water Medium Hard Water Hard Water Very Hard Water* (0-3 grains) (4-8 grains) (9-12 grains) (over 12 grains) Pots & Pans Each Cup– 2 teaspoons 5 teaspoons 8 teaspoons (each cup– Completely Full (each cup–fill to line (each cup–...
  • Page 9: Care Of Drain Air Gap

    Section 1 Basic Information Care of Drain Air Gap Cleaning the Spray Arm If a drain air gap was installed for the dishwasher, check The spray arm may need to be cleaned to insure that to make sure it is clean so the dishwasher will drain there are no clogs to the spray arm jets and bearings properly.
  • Page 10: Major Appliance Warranty Information

    Section 1 Basic Information Major Appliance Warranty Information Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your original date of purchase, Electrolux will pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used and maintained in accordance with the provided instructions.
  • Page 11: Section 2 Installation Information

    Section 2 Installation Information Recognize safety symbols, words and labels: Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with a WARNING or CAUTION based on the risk type as described below: This symbol alerts you to situations that may cause serious body harm, death or WARNING property damage.
  • Page 12: Tools And Materials Needed For Installation

    Section 2 Installation Information Tools and Materials Needed for WARNING Installation The dishwasher must be connected to a grounded • Drill, Electric metal, permanent wiring system. The equipment • Driver, Socket 1/4” , 5/16” grounding conductor must be run with the circuit •...
  • Page 13: Installation Preparation

    Section 2 Installation Information Installation Preparation 1. The rough cabinet opening must be at least 24” deep and 24” wide. The opening should be 32.5” to 35” maximum height. 2. The dishwasher must be installed so that the drain hose is no more than 10 feet in length for proper 32.5”...
  • Page 14: Connections For Electrical, Water And Drain

    Section 2 Installation Information Connections For Electrical, Water, and Drain Locating the Connections 1. Follow local codes and ordinances. 2. Do not exceed 10 feet distance to drain. 3. Do not connect drain lines from other devices to the Method 1- Air Gap with Waste Tee or Disposer dishwasher drain hose.
  • Page 15: Prepare Electrical Wiring

    Section 2 Installation Information Prepare Electrical Wiring WARNING FOR PERSONAL SAFETY: Remove house fuse or open circuit breaker before beginning installation. 1-1/2” Dia. Do not use an extension cord or adapter Hole (Max) plug with this appliance. 3” From Electrical Requirements Cabinet This appliance must be supplied with 120V, 60 Hz.
  • Page 16: Prepare Hot Water Line

    Section 2 Installation Information Prepare Hot Water Line The line may enter from either side, rear or floor within the shaded area shown in Figure 2-6. The line may pass through the same hole as the electrical cable and drain hose, or cut an additional 1-1/2”...
  • Page 17: Installation Steps

    Section 2 Installation Information Installation Steps Increase Check Door Balance CAUTION Decrease Opening the door will cause the dishwasher to tip forward. Do not open the door until you are ready to install the dishwasher. If it is necessary to open the door, hold the top of the dishwasher securely with one hand and hold the door with the other hand.
  • Page 18: Install 90° Elbow

    Section 2 Installation Information Install 90° Elbow Wrap 90° elbow with thread seal tape. Install a 90° elbow onto the water valve. Fill Hose (See Figure 2-10) Do not over tighten 90° elbow, water valve bracket could bend or water valve fitting could break. Position the end of the elbow to face the rear of the dishwasher.
  • Page 19: Slide Dishwasher Partially Into Cabinet

    Section 2 Installation Information Slide Dishwasher Partially Into Cabinet Reposition Dishwasher By Grasping Both Sides With Hands CAUTION Do Not push against front panel with knees. Damage to front panel will occur. 1. Slide dishwasher into the opening a few inches at a time.
  • Page 20: Secure Dishwasher To Cabinet

    Section 2 Installation Information Secure Dishwasher to Cabinet The dishwasher must be secured to the countertop. Position the dishwasher so that the tub flange aligns Align Tub with the front face of the cabinet frame. Flange (See Figure 2-16) to Front Face of Cabinet NOTE...
  • Page 21: Connect Drain Line

    Section 2 Installation Information Connect Drain Line Cutting Lines 1. The drain hose molded end will fit 5/8”, 3/4”’ or 1” diameter connections on the air gap, waste tee or disposer. Cut on the marked line as required for the installation.
  • Page 22: Connect Power Supply

    Section 2 Installation Information Connect Power Supply Check That White, Black and Remove Green Dishwasher Wires Are Threaded Verify that power is turned off at the source. Junction Box Thru Hole in Back Cover Remove junction box cover “A”. (See Figure 2-22) White Ground Locate the three dishwasher wires, (white, black and...
  • Page 23: Finalize Installation

    Section 2 Installation Information Finalize Installation Installation Checklist Dishwasher Wet Test Doors 1. Turn on power supply (or plug power cord into outlet, if equipped). Handles are secure and tight Door seals completely to cabinet on all sides 2. Turn dial to Normal “Wash” position. Dishwasher door is level across the top 3.
  • Page 24 Section 2 Installation Information Notes 2-14...
  • Page 25: Basic Operation

    Section 3 Electronic Control And Testing Figure 3-1. Control Panel Status Window Basic Operation The STATUS window, indicates the following activity: 1. Load dishwasher according to Use and Care Manual. 2. Add detergent to dispenser. 1H-24H ... Number of delay start hours. The last hour will count down in minutes.
  • Page 26: Wash Cycles

    Section 3 Electronic Control And Testing Wash Cycles Options Selections Normal Wash Cycle Hi-Temp Wash The Normal Wash cycle is pre-programmed with a When HI-TEMP WASH option is selected, the dishwasher pre-wash of 6 minutes in length, followed by two 6 heats water in the main wash to approximately 140°F minute rinses.
  • Page 27: Status Indicator Lights

    Section 3 Electronic Control And Testing Status Indicator Lights Child Lock Controls The WASHING light (some models) comes on at the To prevent children from accidently changing the beginning of cycle and remains on until the end of the dishwasher cycle or starting the dishwasher, lock the main wash.
  • Page 28: Wash Cycle Description

    Section 3 Electronic Control And Testing Wash Cycle Description To check the water valve: First select a wash cycle and allow the cycle to come to All of the wash cycles start with the drain pump running the fi ll portion of the cycle, open the door and connect to evacuate the sump of any water before clean water meter leads to valve close door and check for voltage.
  • Page 29: Wash Motor Operation And Checks

    Section 3 Electronic Control And Testing Wash Motor Operation and Checks Heater Operation and Checks The wash motor and pump are one assembly mounted to The purpose of the heater is to maintain and increase the left of the sump. Water enters the front of the wash water temperature during the wash and rinse cycles and pump and exits thru two ports.
  • Page 30: Drain Pump Operation And Checks

    Section 3 Electronic Control And Testing Drain Pump Operation and Checks The Electronic Control System The drain pump is mounted to the right side frame facing The electronic control system consists of: forward. A hose from the bottom of the sump is attached 1.
  • Page 31: Starting And Testing Control

    Section 3 Service and Testing Electrical System Starting and Testing Control The control at power up will display a “PF” code, that shows the control has received power from the junction box and is awaiting a command. The first check is to press the START/CANCEL pad, this will clear the “PF”...
  • Page 32: Temperature Sensing In The Control System

    Section 3 Electronic Control And Testing Temperature Sensing in the Control System Detergent and Rinse Aid Dispenser The control system has two sensors, a thermistor located The detergent and rinse aid dispensers are combined in the machine compartment to the left of the sump, and into one housing that are controlled with a common wax the rinse aid sensor mounted on the right side of the motor actuator.
  • Page 33: Testing Dispenser

    Section 3 Electronic Control And Testing Testing Dispenser Cam On Latch That Is Pushed Back By Strike The dispenser wax motor is activated by 120 volts and can be function tested outside the product with an approved service cord. WARNING When operating the dispenser with a service cord, the wax motor will become very hot when power is applied.
  • Page 34 Section 3 Electronic Control And Testing 3-10...
  • Page 35: Section 4 Component Teardown

    Component Teardown This section explains how to access and remove components from a Frigidaire 24” Dishwasher, and has been arranged in such a way as to simulate which components would need to be removed first in order to gain access to other components.
  • Page 36: Kickplate

    Section 4 Component Teardown Kickplate Removal Remove the kickplate by extracting the two screws securing the kickplate to the front cross brace. (See Figure 4-1) Mounting Screws Outer Door Panel Removal 1. Disconnect power from unit. Figure 4-1. 2. Fully open door. 3.
  • Page 37: Door Latch And Door Switches

    Section 4 Component Teardown Display Board Removal 1. Disconnect power to the dishwasher. Mounting Screws 2. Remove outer door panel. 3. Remove the console. 4. Extract the four screws securing control cover to console. (See Figure 4-3) 5. Disconnect hard wire ribbon cable from electronic Ribbon Cable control board.
  • Page 38: Door Spring

    Section 4 Component Teardown Door Spring Removal Pull Pin from Frame NOTE Adjustment When removing the product from under the counter, Holes extreme care must be taken to protect the product and the floor from damage. Always use protection under feet and legs when pulling unit out.
  • Page 39: Accessing The Interior Components

    Section 4 Component Teardown Accessing the Interior Components The lower rack assembly is removed by opening the door and simply pulling the lower rack assembly out of the unit. Lower Spray Arm Removal Lock Ring 1. Open door and remove lower rack. 2.
  • Page 40 Section 4 Component Teardown Filter Removal Rotate Cup Counterclockwise 1. Open door and remove lower rack. 2. Rotate the cup counterclockwise until free of lock, then pull out of filter cavity. (See Figure 4-15) 3. Lift main filter from bottom of wash tub. 4.
  • Page 41 Section 4 Component Teardown Accessing the Water System Components NOTE Bracket Mounting Electrical To access the water system components, it may be Screws Connection necessary to remove the unit from its installation. When removing the product from under the counter, Water Valve extreme care must be taken to protect the product and Mounting Screws...
  • Page 42 Section 4 Component Teardown Pressure Switch Removal NOTE 1. Disconnect power to dishwasher. When removing the product from under the counter, 2. Remove lower rack, kickplate and outer door panel. extreme care must be taken to protect the product and 3.
  • Page 43 Section 4 Component Teardown Safety Thermostat and Thermistor and Mounting Retaining Thermostat Bracket Removal Latch Terminals NOTE It is possible to replace the thermostats with the dishwasher installed under the counter. Remove the components listed below, but do not lay unit on its back.
  • Page 44 Section 4 Component Teardown Wash Motor and Pump Assembly Removal Front connector hose to 1. Disconnect power and water supply to dishwasher. lower spray arm. Ground Wire 2. Remove upper and lower rack, kickplate and outer door panel. 3. Remove as much water as possible from sump before starting this repair.
  • Page 45: Upper Spray Arm

    Section 4 Component Teardown Delivery Tube Removal NOTE When removing the product from under the counter, extreme care must be taken to protect the product and the floor from damage. Always use protection under feet and legs when pulling unit out. When reinstalling, Nozzle Locknut make sure product is leveled and secured.
  • Page 46 Section 4 Component Teardown Wash Sump Removal 1. Disconnect power and turn off the water supply to the dishwasher before starting this repair. Lock Ring 2. Remove upper and lower rack, kickplate and outer door panel. 3. Before removing the incoming water line to the dishwasher, place protection under the water valve to catch any water that will be in the line as it is removed.
  • Page 47 Section 4 Component Teardown Water Tunnel Removal 1. Disconnect power and turn off the water supply to Lock Nut the dishwasher before starting this repair. 2. Remove upper and lower rack, kickplate and outer door panel. 3. Before removing the incoming water line to the dishwasher, place protection under the water valve to catch any water that will be in the line as it is removed.
  • Page 48 Section 4 Component Teardown Notes 4-14...
  • Page 49 Section 5 Troubleshooting Cause Correction Problem 1. Fuse (blown or tripped). Dishwasher will not 1. Replace fuse or reset breaker. 2. 120 VAC supply wiring connection operate when 2. Repair or replace wire fasteners at dishwasher faulty. turned on. junction box. 3.
  • Page 50 Section 5 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Correction Repair to proper 32-inch minimum height. Dishwasher water siphons 1. Drain hose (high) loop too low. Install air gap at counter top. out. 2. Drain line connected to a floor drain not vented. Instruct customer/user. Detergent left in dispenser.
  • Page 51 Section 6 Wiring Diagrams Heater Thermostat WH+RD WH+RD Display Button Wash Pump WH+RD Electronic Drain Pump Control WH+RD Board Inlet Pressure Valve Switch Rinse Aid WH+RD Dispenser RD+YE WH+RD WH+RD BK....Black BU....Blue PK....Pink R..... Red WH/RD.... White/Red Door R-Y....
  • Page 52 Section 6 Wiring Diagrams Notes...

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