Frigidaire Gallery FGHD2433K[F] information from Consumer Reports

Frigidaire Gallery FGHD2433K[F]

Price range:

$444.69 - $518.54

Summary: This Frigidaire conventional dishwasher has
• A soil sensor.
• An adjustable upper rack.
• A delayed-start feature.
• A self-cleaning filter.
• A plastic tub.
• Some hidden controls.
• Adjustable tines.
• Ample flatware slots.
• Time-remaining display.

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Type: Conventional dishwasher

About - Frigidaire Gallery FGHD2433K[F]
The Frigidaire Gallery FGHD2433K[F] is part of the dishwasher test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, dishwasher models like the Gallery FGHD2433K[F] are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Washing: Washing performance is assessed by running the normal or equivalent cycle to clean a full load--10 place settings of very dirty dishes that were scraped but not rinsed. We examine the dishes and glassware after cleaning for residual food. Energy use: This is for a normal cycle. The largest portion is needed for heating water, both at the water heater and in the machine. Noise: This was judged during fill, wash, and drain, mainly by a listening panel.

About - Frigidaire Gallery FGHD2433K[F]

The Frigidaire Gallery FGHD2433K[F] is part of the dishwasher test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, dishwasher models like the Gallery FGHD2433K[F] are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Washing:: Washing performance is assessed by running the normal or equivalent cycle to clean a full load--10 place settings of very dirty dishes that were scraped but not rinsed. We examine the dishes and glassware after cleaning for residual food.
Energy use:: This is for a normal cycle. The largest portion is needed for heating water, both at the water heater and in the machine.
Noise:: This was judged during fill, wash, and drain, mainly by a listening panel.

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About This Brand
This brand is sold mostly at big-box stores, Independent appliance stores, and other national retailers for $300 to $800; the company also makes the Frigidaire Gallery and Frigidaire Professional lines. Frigidaire is known for its least expensive models. It introduced a gray-colored speckled stainproof tub and the Sahara Dry technology on it's models. Frigidaire is owned by Electrolux.
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About This Brand

This brand is sold mostly at big-box stores, Independent appliance stores, and other national retailers for $300 to $800; the company also makes the Frigidaire Gallery and Frigidaire Professional lines. Frigidaire is known for its least expensive models. It introduced a gray-colored speckled stainproof tub and the Sahara Dry technology on it's models. Frigidaire is owned by Electrolux.

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Features & Specs - Frigidaire Gallery FGHD2433K[F]
Sensor A sensor adjusts water usage and cycle time to the amount of soil on the dishes. This should make a dishwasher use water more efficiently, but we found that wasn't always the case. Moreover, a sensor can increase a machine's running time. Sensor	Yes
Self-cleaning filter A filter that cleans itself is convenient, but it can contribute to noise. Note that it's often the costly foreign brands that lack self-cleaning filters and require periodic manual cleaning of the filter. Self-cleaning filter	Yes
Stainless-steel tub Unlike a plastic tub, a stainless-steel one won't discolor, but it does increase the cost of a dishwasher by about $100. Stainless-steel tub	No
Hidden controls Controls along the top edge of the door contribute to a sleeker look. Some models hide all controls; others hide only some controls. Hidden controls	Some
Ample flatware slots Flatware baskets with lids provide individual slots for most of the utensils in our silverware load. Such lids prevent "nesting" and thus improve flatware cleaning. It is more time-consuming to load the cutlery into individual slots, though, so you can remove the lids if you prefer. Ample flatware slots	Yes
Adjustable upper rack Most models hold cups and glasses on the top rack, plates on the lower rack, and silverware in a basket. The ability to adjust the upper rack up or down an inch or so allows for more flexibility in loading items such as tall glasses. Adjustable upper rack	Yes
Stainless/SS-look option Stainless-steel is stylish, but it shows fingerprints. Another option: a vinyl-covered metal finish that gives you a stainless-steel look but resists smudging. Stainless/SS-look option	Yes
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Yorkieman

from

Bells TX

1.0

Bad product

2/4/2012

Pros

Attractive Design

Cons

Loud

Squeals all the time

Best Uses

None

Comment:

I installed 2 of these dishwashers in our new home's kitchen 1 year ago, almost to the day after that 1 year, they both makes a loud squealing during operation.

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

Turner

from

Abingdon, Va

1.0

This is a PIECE OF JUNK,..DO NOT BUY!!!!

1/27/2012

Pros

NONE

Cons

Doesn't Clean Thoroughly

Doesn't Dry Well

Long Cycle

Loud

Unreliable

Best Uses

Comment:

We purchased a new home 1.5 years ago. This dishwasher was leaving a film on the dishes and not drying them completely about 9 months after use. Now, 7 months later , we called a repair man due to the dishwasher running about 7 minutes and cutting off. We found out, via the repair man that the console panel, control panel, spray arm, and the gasket need replaced. Parts alone was going to cost us $369.00, mind you, labor was not included. It was a $90 charge to have him come out to look at it !!!! VERY UNHAPPY AND DISGUSTED!! We will now have to purchase a new dishwasher AND IT WILL NOT BE THIS BRAND PRODUCT, because the cost of the repair is going to be more than the price of the dishwasher which was [$]....NOT HAPPY!!!!!!!!

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

Matt

from

Sioux Falls, SD

1.0

disaster

1/23/2012

Pros

Attractive Design

Cons

Doesn't Clean Thoroughly

Long Cycle

Loud

Unreliable

Best Uses

Comment:

This thing is a piece of junk. We have to have ours replaced because it leaks water. It is also noisy and slow.

How long have you owned it:

Three-to-six months

Bottom Line

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

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