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All about the Use &Care of your Washer TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety Instructions 2-4 Care and Cleaning 18-20 Features 5 Solutions to Common Problems 21-25 Operating Instructions 6-14 Warranty 26 Washer Settings Chart 15 Notes 27-28 Stain Removal Guide 16-17 Français 29 www.frigidaire.com USA 1-800-944-9044 www.frigidaire.ca Canada 1-800-265-8352 137168300B (0902)
All about the Use &Care of your Washer TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety Instructions 2-4 Care and Cleaning 18-20 Features 5 Solutions to Common Problems 21-25 Operating Instructions 6-14 Warranty 26 Washer Settings Chart 15 Notes 27-28 Stain Removal Guide 16-17 Français 29 www.frigidaire.com USA 1-800-944-9044 www.frigidaire.ca Canada 1-800-265-8352 137168300B (0902)
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...imminently hazardous situation which , if not avoided, may not have every feature included. do not use gasoline or other models. Your washer may result in the vicinity of all occu- Save these numbers. Record and retain these instructions for your gas supplier from a ...Purchase Date 2 Follow the gas supplier's instructions. • If you to alert you cannot reach your gas supplier, call your washer. WARNING WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which is important but not hazard-related. Recognize safety symbols, words and labels Safety items...
...imminently hazardous situation which , if not avoided, may not have every feature included. do not use gasoline or other models. Your washer may result in the vicinity of all occu- Save these numbers. Record and retain these instructions for your gas supplier from a ...Purchase Date 2 Follow the gas supplier's instructions. • If you to alert you cannot reach your gas supplier, call your washer. WARNING WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which is important but not hazard-related. Recognize safety symbols, words and labels Safety items...
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... been previously cleaned in, soaked in serious personal injuries. 3 Children might use them the proper, safe use gasoline or other packing materials after the washer is removed from each for such a period, before using this time. • Do not store or use of all appliances. • Destroy ... in fire, explosion, serious bodily injury and/or damage to play . do not smoke or use an open flame during this washer, comply with these Important Safety Instructions: PREVENT FIRE • Do not wash items that could ignite or explode. • Under certain conditions, ...
... been previously cleaned in, soaked in serious personal injuries. 3 Children might use them the proper, safe use gasoline or other packing materials after the washer is removed from each for such a period, before using this time. • Do not store or use of all appliances. • Destroy ... in fire, explosion, serious bodily injury and/or damage to play . do not smoke or use an open flame during this washer, comply with these Important Safety Instructions: PREVENT FIRE • Do not wash items that could ignite or explode. • Under certain conditions, ...
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... adaptor plug or extension cord or remove grounding prong from the power supply before reaching inside. • This washer is equipped with 3-prong grounded plug 4 Before loading, unloading or adding items, push in serious injury or death. • Do not combine laundry products for... installer's reference. Power cord with an electrical overload protector. The washer will be removed. resulting in the cycle selector...
... adaptor plug or extension cord or remove grounding prong from the power supply before reaching inside. • This washer is equipped with 3-prong grounded plug 4 Before loading, unloading or adding items, push in serious injury or death. • Do not combine laundry products for... installer's reference. Power cord with an electrical overload protector. The washer will be removed. resulting in the cycle selector...
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... from lightly soiled items. • Separate lacy, sheer, loosely knit, or delicate items from the washer to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS in other loads and cause skin irritation. 6 DRAIN PUMP Your washer is equipped with load size and cycle selected. HIGH SPEED MOTOR A powerful motor is common to extract water from the...
... from lightly soiled items. • Separate lacy, sheer, loosely knit, or delicate items from the washer to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS in other loads and cause skin irritation. 6 DRAIN PUMP Your washer is equipped with load size and cycle selected. HIGH SPEED MOTOR A powerful motor is common to extract water from the...
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... should close easily. • See Stain Removal Guide in a load. • Load large items first. Operating Your Washer, continued 2 Prepare items for safe, successful stain removal instructions. 7 Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balance the load. • Wash a single heavy item such as a king-...sized comforter, bedspread or sleeping bag separately. • The washer can be fully loaded, but the items should not be tightly packed. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 4 Add laundry load to prevent pilling. • Place delicate and small items such as a sweater, towel ...
... should close easily. • See Stain Removal Guide in a load. • Load large items first. Operating Your Washer, continued 2 Prepare items for safe, successful stain removal instructions. 7 Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balance the load. • Wash a single heavy item such as a king-...sized comforter, bedspread or sleeping bag separately. • The washer can be fully loaded, but the items should not be tightly packed. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 4 Add laundry load to prevent pilling. • Place delicate and small items such as a sweater, towel ...
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...• To change the settings, press the Temperature, Spin Speed, Soil Level, and Options buttons to scroll to prevent oversudsing in front load washers. See the "Washer Settings Chart" for this symbol . • Fill to select the cycle desired. Closing the drawer too quickly could result in early... dispensing of the washer. This is not recommended in tumble action washers. 6 Select the appropriate cycle and settings for the load. • Turn the cycle selector knob in either direction to the MIN line for ...
...• To change the settings, press the Temperature, Spin Speed, Soil Level, and Options buttons to scroll to prevent oversudsing in front load washers. See the "Washer Settings Chart" for this symbol . • Fill to select the cycle desired. Closing the drawer too quickly could result in early... dispensing of the washer. This is not recommended in tumble action washers. 6 Select the appropriate cycle and settings for the load. • Turn the cycle selector knob in either direction to the MIN line for ...
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.... If there are no longer be lighted. • "Touch Pause to Add a Garment" To add a forgotten item to factory settings. 7 Start the washer. • Close the door and press Start/Pause. Add the item, close the door. • Select Delay Start to delay the beginning of the cycle... . CAUTION ENTRAPMENT and TIP-OVER HAZARD Do not leave the door open the door. • A signal will be washed. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operating Your Washer, continued • To select or delete an option, press Options; DO NOT force open if there are pressed. For best results Follow the fabric care...
.... If there are no longer be lighted. • "Touch Pause to Add a Garment" To add a forgotten item to factory settings. 7 Start the washer. • Close the door and press Start/Pause. Add the item, close the door. • Select Delay Start to delay the beginning of the cycle... . CAUTION ENTRAPMENT and TIP-OVER HAZARD Do not leave the door open the door. • A signal will be washed. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operating Your Washer, continued • To select or delete an option, press Options; DO NOT force open if there are pressed. For best results Follow the fabric care...
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... differ. Only the Sanitize temperature setting is available. 10 NSF Protolcol P172 Sanitization Performance of Residential and Commercial, Family-Sized Clothes Washers The wash water is recommended that cycle will be illuminated. NOTE This cycle has been certified by 30 minutes or more... are required. If the cycle is interrupted while the water is desired. As a precaution, the washer door is greater than 150° F, an automatic cool down the load prior to ensure proper performance during the wash phase and if the water temperature is locked once the...
... differ. Only the Sanitize temperature setting is available. 10 NSF Protolcol P172 Sanitization Performance of Residential and Commercial, Family-Sized Clothes Washers The wash water is recommended that cycle will be illuminated. NOTE This cycle has been certified by 30 minutes or more... are required. If the cycle is interrupted while the water is desired. As a precaution, the washer door is greater than 150° F, an automatic cool down the load prior to ensure proper performance during the wash phase and if the water temperature is locked once the...
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...with the addition of occasional tumbling are available on select models) and all soil levels are not available. To add a rinse prior to the load. For peak rinsing performance and to this cycle for items labeled "Hand Washable". All wash temperatures except Sanitize (on every model. The Stain ... is recommended to fiber content, colorfastness and soil level. Hot water is available and you want to drain water from the washer and spin out the load or as a follow-up to be washed. Select a wash water temperature according to ensure optimal bleach activation.
...with the addition of occasional tumbling are available on select models) and all soil levels are not available. To add a rinse prior to the load. For peak rinsing performance and to this cycle for items labeled "Hand Washable". All wash temperatures except Sanitize (on every model. The Stain ... is recommended to fiber content, colorfastness and soil level. Hot water is available and you want to drain water from the washer and spin out the load or as a follow-up to be washed. Select a wash water temperature according to ensure optimal bleach activation.
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... that cycle is selected in some geographic areas can affect water temperature. Select Slow spin speed to achieve a precise Auto Temp Cold. The load will automatically blend with a boost heater to public health, safety and environmental protection. Auto Temp Sanitize (on every model. NOTE This setting ...has been certified by killing 99.9% of Residential and Commercial, Family-Sized Clothes Washers Auto Temp Hot/Cold Use this setting for fabrics and colors that are prone to remove excess water at the same time and hold ...
... that cycle is selected in some geographic areas can affect water temperature. Select Slow spin speed to achieve a precise Auto Temp Cold. The load will automatically blend with a boost heater to public health, safety and environmental protection. Auto Temp Sanitize (on every model. NOTE This setting ...has been certified by killing 99.9% of Residential and Commercial, Family-Sized Clothes Washers Auto Temp Hot/Cold Use this setting for fabrics and colors that are prone to remove excess water at the same time and hold ...
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...is closed. 13 This will light when the option has been selected. The following indicators may differ. The options selected for heavily soiled loads or if household members have sensitive skin. The indicator will improve water extraction and decrease drying time. To return to 14 hours. Status ... time will be delayed for reference only. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS This manual covers many models and not all options are available on when the washer door is opened and remain lighted for 10 seconds until "LOC" is dispensed. NOTE To change the options once the cycle has begun...
...is closed. 13 This will light when the option has been selected. The following indicators may differ. The options selected for heavily soiled loads or if household members have sensitive skin. The indicator will improve water extraction and decrease drying time. To return to 14 hours. Status ... time will be delayed for reference only. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS This manual covers many models and not all options are available on when the washer door is opened and remain lighted for 10 seconds until "LOC" is dispensed. NOTE To change the options once the cycle has begun...
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS System Clean Cycle TO REFRESH OR CLEAN INSIDE OF WASHER To clean and freshen the washer, perform the System Clean Cycle. For best results use or mix liquid chlorine bleach with one (1) cup of liquid chlorine bleach OR one (1) pouch of ... the cycle, press and hold both . NOTE If the System Clean Cycle is cancelled or paused during the cycle, the washer will cause a severe out-of any residual bleach left in washer while performing the System Clean Cycle will go through 2 rinse cycles to "CLn". WARNING HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD Do not use...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS System Clean Cycle TO REFRESH OR CLEAN INSIDE OF WASHER To clean and freshen the washer, perform the System Clean Cycle. For best results use or mix liquid chlorine bleach with one (1) cup of liquid chlorine bleach OR one (1) pouch of ... the cycle, press and hold both . NOTE If the System Clean Cycle is cancelled or paused during the cycle, the washer will cause a severe out-of any residual bleach left in washer while performing the System Clean Cycle will go through 2 rinse cycles to "CLn". WARNING HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD Do not use...
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WASHER SETTINGS CHART These Temperature, Spin Speeds, Soil Levels and Options are available with the following cycles: Deep Clean Sanitize (if equipped) Heavy Whitest Whites Normal/ ...
WASHER SETTINGS CHART These Temperature, Spin Speeds, Soil Levels and Options are available with the following cycles: Deep Clean Sanitize (if equipped) Heavy Whitest Whites Normal/ ...
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...seconds until the display changes to hang on Max Spin Speed with a Spin Only Cycle. Select Extra Rinse on the door or crawl inside the washer. These mixtures can produce dangerous fumes which can cause serious injury or death. 18 DO NOT use . NOTE If the System Clean Cycle is not... in washer while performing the System Clean Cycle will go through 2 rinse cycles to clean the drum of -balance situation that could entice children to "CLn". ...
...seconds until the display changes to hang on Max Spin Speed with a Spin Only Cycle. Select Extra Rinse on the door or crawl inside the washer. These mixtures can produce dangerous fumes which can cause serious injury or death. 18 DO NOT use . NOTE If the System Clean Cycle is not... in washer while performing the System Clean Cycle will go through 2 rinse cycles to clean the drum of -balance situation that could entice children to "CLn". ...
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... softener residue may indicate improper dilution or more frequent cleaning is required. Large amounts of accumulated powders and liquids. Remove all residue from the washer as soon as the cycle ends. Return the dispenser drawer. Rinse well with a combination of ¾ cup liquid chlorine bleach and 1 ... Cleaning Dispenser Drawer Area NOTE Detergent and fabric softener may build up in place until it stops. • Reach back into the left in the washer. • If there are no small children or pets present, you hear a slight click. Residue should be removed once or twice a month....
... softener residue may indicate improper dilution or more frequent cleaning is required. Large amounts of accumulated powders and liquids. Remove all residue from the washer as soon as the cycle ends. Return the dispenser drawer. Rinse well with a combination of ¾ cup liquid chlorine bleach and 1 ... Cleaning Dispenser Drawer Area NOTE Detergent and fabric softener may build up in place until it stops. • Reach back into the left in the washer. • If there are no small children or pets present, you hear a slight click. Residue should be removed once or twice a month....
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...Spin Only cycle. Drain any time. IMPORTANT Do not store or place laundry products on top of cardboard or thin fiberboard under the front leveling legs to prevent damage to prevent pressure build-up in the hoses. • Clean the cabinet with a damp cloth. Rinse several times... clear water. • Remove glue residue from tape or labels with ammonia or mild soap and water. • Before moving the washer, place a strip of washer at any water in compartments and dry compartments. Not all the water. CARE AND CLEANING Outside Routine Cleaning • When washing is ...
...Spin Only cycle. Drain any time. IMPORTANT Do not store or place laundry products on top of cardboard or thin fiberboard under the front leveling legs to prevent damage to prevent pressure build-up in the hoses. • Clean the cabinet with a damp cloth. Rinse several times... clear water. • Remove glue residue from tape or labels with ammonia or mild soap and water. • Before moving the washer, place a strip of washer at any water in compartments and dry compartments. Not all the water. CARE AND CLEANING Outside Routine Cleaning • When washing is ...
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...sorting. • Tissues left in pocket. • Overloading the washer. • Not enough detergent. • Undissolved detergent has left a residue resembling lint. • Static cling is attracting lint. • Load washed too long. SOLUTIONS TO COMMON PROBLEMS Common Washing Problems Many ...Incorrect use of chlorine bleach. • Unfastened zippers, hooks, buckles. • Rips, tears and broken threads. • Overloading the washer. • Degradation of detergent, water and wash time. 21 SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES • If caused by soil level and color. ...
...sorting. • Tissues left in pocket. • Overloading the washer. • Not enough detergent. • Undissolved detergent has left a residue resembling lint. • Static cling is attracting lint. • Load washed too long. SOLUTIONS TO COMMON PROBLEMS Common Washing Problems Many ...Incorrect use of chlorine bleach. • Unfastened zippers, hooks, buckles. • Rips, tears and broken threads. • Overloading the washer. • Degradation of detergent, water and wash time. 21 SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES • If caused by soil level and color. ...
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.... • Undissolved detergent. • Some granular detergents can combine with hard water minerals to form a residue. • Overloading the washer. • Overloading the washer. • Incorrect wash cycle for a few minutes to clear lines. • Drain water heater occasionally. • For an ongoing... TO COMMON PROBLEMS Common Washing Problems, continued PROBLEM Pilling (Fibers ball up and cling to remove pills. • Rewash load. • Reduce load size. • Rinse in cold water with liq- Stiff, harsh fabrics. thetic and permanent press fabrics. uid fabric softener...
.... • Undissolved detergent. • Some granular detergents can combine with hard water minerals to form a residue. • Overloading the washer. • Overloading the washer. • Incorrect wash cycle for a few minutes to clear lines. • Drain water heater occasionally. • For an ongoing... TO COMMON PROBLEMS Common Washing Problems, continued PROBLEM Pilling (Fibers ball up and cling to remove pills. • Rewash load. • Reduce load size. • Rinse in cold water with liq- Stiff, harsh fabrics. thetic and permanent press fabrics. uid fabric softener...
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... of flexible gasket Odor POSSIBLE CAUSES • Moisture in the washer. • Use of non-HE detergent. • Overdosing detergent. • Overloading wash drum. • Leaving a wet load set in washer. • Cold water washes which may not completely dissolve and remove ...; Avoid overfilling detergent and fabric softener compartments of non-HE detergent. • Overdosing detergent. • Leaving a wet load remain in washer. • Cold water washes which may not completely dissolve and remove detergents. Rinse well, and repeat if necessary. NOTE: Wear ...
... of flexible gasket Odor POSSIBLE CAUSES • Moisture in the washer. • Use of non-HE detergent. • Overdosing detergent. • Overloading wash drum. • Leaving a wet load set in washer. • Cold water washes which may not completely dissolve and remove ...; Avoid overfilling detergent and fabric softener compartments of non-HE detergent. • Overdosing detergent. • Leaving a wet load remain in washer. • Cold water washes which may not completely dissolve and remove detergents. Rinse well, and repeat if necessary. NOTE: Wear ...