Frigidaire FAHE4045QW Use and Care Manual
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1. Unclog drain pipes Contact plumber if necessary Connect hot water hose to hot water faucet and cold water hose to cold water faucet Standpipe must be a minimum of 33 83 82 cm high to pre vent siphoning See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Do not bypass lid lock Call your authorized servicer Do not bypass lid lock Call your authorized servicer ANCE WARRANTY INFORMATION For the applicable warranty period as set forth below as measured from your original date of purchase Electrolux will repair replace 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 ri All parts One year including labor Wash tub Functional life of the product excluding labor Wash tub drive motor non cosmetic defects Ten years excluding labor Exclusions This warranty does not cover the following 1 Products with original serial numbers that have been removed altered or cannot be readily determined 2 Product that has been transferred from its original owner to another party or removed outside the USA or Canada 3 Rust on the interior or exterior of the unit 4 Products purchased as is are not covered by this warranty 5 Food loss due to any refrigerator or freezer failures 6 Products used in a commercial setting 7 Service calls which do2. or in the washer Close supervision of children is necessary when the washer is used near children As children grow teach them the proper safe use of all appliances Destroy the carton plastic bag and other packing ma terials after the washer is unpacked Children might use them for play Cartons covered with rugs bedspreads or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers Keep laundry products out of children s reach To pre vent personal injury observe all warnings on product labels Before the washer is removed from service or discard ed remove the washer lid to prevent accidental entrap ment Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PREVENT I NJ URY To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during operation the washer must be installed and electrically grounded by a qualified service person in accordance with local codes Installation instructions are packed in the washer for installer s reference Refer to INSTAL LATION INSTRUCTIONS for detailed grounding pro cedures If the washer is moved to a new location have it checked and reinstalled by a qualified service person To prevent personal injury or damage to the washer the electrical power cord of the washer must be plugged into a properly grounded and polarized 3 prong outlet The third grounding prong must never be removed Never ground the washer to a gas pipe Do not use an ext
3. HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD Read and comply with all instructions on stain re Do not use or mix liquid chlorine bleach with other moval products household chemicals such as toilet cleaners rust Keep stain removal products in their original labeled removers acid or products containing ammonia These mixtures can produce dangerous fumes which can containers and out of children s reach h cause serious injury or death Thoroughly wash any utensils used Do not combine stain removal products especially ammonia and chlorine bleach Dangerous fumes can result Never wash items which have been previously cleaned in washed in soaked in or spotted with gasoline dry cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive substances because they give off vapors that could ignite or explode Never use highly flammable solvents such as gaso line inside the home Vapors can explode on contact with flames or sparks For Successful Stain Removal Remove stains promptly For best results NA Follow the fabric care label instructions on items to be washed Determine the kind of stain then follow the recom mended treatment in the stain removal chart on the next page To pretreat stains use a prewash product liquid detergent or a paste made from powder detergent and water Use cold water on unknown stains as hot water can set stains Consult care label instructions for treatments to avoid on specific fabrics Check
4. towels to balance the load To change the water temperature soil level spin 7 If desired add liquid fabric softener to fabric speed and water level press the temp soil spin softener dispenser speed or water level buttons to scroll to the desired settings To select or delete an option press options then while the indicator is blinking press select The indicator will light when the option has been se lected It will no longer be lighted when the option has been deleted NOTE If a setting is not available for the cycle selected the liquid softener to the dispenser following fab indicator will not light ric softener label directions DO NOT use granular detergent in this dispenser DO NOT fill above the maximum fill line Turn fabric softener option on Do not use bleach in this dispenser t NOTE To prevent staining do not overfill the FABRIC SOFTENER chamber or pour liquid fabric softener directly on the wash load Washing continued Adjustments made to a cycle will be remembered and recalled each time that cycle is selected in the future To return to factory settings press these two buttons at the same time and hold until the signal sounds 9 Start the cycle Close the washer lid The washer will not operate with the lid open Push in or turn the cycle selector knob or turn any option knob to wake the washer You will hear
5. Or touch residue with the sticky side of tape Before moving the washer place a strip of cardboard or thin fiberboard under the front leveling legs to prevent damage to the floor 17 CARE AND Winterizing nstructions IMPORTANT If the washer is stored in an area where freezing can occur or moved in freezing temperatures follow these winterizing instructions to prevent damage to the washer Follow WI NTERI ZING I NSTRUCTI ONS for cold weather storage and care 1 Turn off water supply faucets 2 Disconnect hoses from water supply and drain water from hoses Plug electrical cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet 4 Add 1 gallon 3 8 L nontoxic recreational vehicle RV antifreeze to empty wash tub Close lid 5 Select the drain amp spin cycle Start the cycle and let the washer drain for 1 minute to drain out all the water Not all of the RV antifreeze will be expelled 6 Stop the cycle unplug electrical power cord dry off tub interior and close the lid 7 Store washer in an upright position 8 To remove antifreeze from washer after storage run empty washer through a complete cycle using detergent Do not add wash load RV ANTIFREEZE 18 AVOID SERVI CHECKLIST Before calling for service review this list It may save both time and expense The list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in th
6. three beeps to indicate washer is ready to operate After making your selections push in the selector knob to start the cycle You will hear one beep and the washer lid will lock Select delay start to delay the beginning of the cycle if desired To add a forgotten item to the wash tub push in the cycle selector knob to pause the cycle You will hear two beeps After the lock releases lift the lid and add the item Close the lid and push in the selector knob again continuing the current cycle To cancel a running cycle push in and hold the cycle selector until the washer discontinues run ning A signal will sound at the end of the cycle if the chime option has been selected OPERATING INSTRUCTI ONS 10 Remove items when the cycle is completed For your safety the lid is locked during the operation of the washer It will unlock at the cycle end after the tub has come to a complete stop SAFETY LOCK To open the lid during cycle operation push in the cycle selector knob to pause the cycle You will hear two beeps Wait for the lid lock to release Do not force open the locked lid CAUTION To avoid serious personal injury do not operate washer if safety lid lock is missing damaged or operating improperly Place washed items in automatic dryer line dry dry flat as directed by fabric care label Excess wrin kling color transfer or odors may develop in items left in the washer after the cycle ha
7. Serial Numbers The model and serial numbers of your washer are found on the serial plate located at the back of the tub opening under the washer lid Record and retain these numbers Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date Read all instructions before using this appliance This book contains valuable information about Operation Care Service Keep it in a safe place This Use and Care Guide provides general operating instructions for your washer It also contains information about features for several other models Your washer may not have every feature included Use the washer only as instructed in this Use amp Care Guide t NOTE The instructions appearing in this Use and Care Guide are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur Common sense and cau tion must be practiced when installing operating and maintaining any appliance Save these instructions for future reference IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury to persons when using this washer comply with the basic warnings listed below Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t follow these Important Safety Instructions PREVENT FIRE Do not wash items that have been previously cleaned in soaked in or spotted with gasoline cleaning sol vents kerosene c
8. performed by Electrolux or an authorized service company Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice USA Canada 1 800 944 9044 1 800 265 8352 Electrolux Major Appliances 2 Electrolux Electrolux Canada Corp 10200 David Taylor Drive 5855 Terry Fox Way Charlotte NC 28262 Mississauga Ontario Canada L5V 3 4 21
9. the risk of electric shock disconnect this appliance from the power supply before attempting any user maintenance Canceling a cycle or turning the power off at the console does not disconnect this appli ance from the power supply To prevent injury do not reach into the washer while parts are moving Before loading unloading or adding items push in the cycle selector knob to stop the cycle Allow the wash tub to coast to a complete stop before reaching inside This washer is equipped with an electrical overload pro tector The washer motor will stop if it becomes over heated Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries WARNING HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD Do not use or mix liquid chlorine bleach with other household chemicals such as toilet cleaners rust removers acid or products containing ammonia These mixtures can produce dangerous fumes which can cause serious injury or death OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Washing Procedures Place delicate and small items such as bras hosiery and baby socks in a WARNING mesh bag To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons read these IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS in this Use and Care Guide before operating your washer 1 Sort laundry into loads that can be washed together Sort items by recom mended cy COLORS cle and water bin temperature Separate white light and colorfast items f
10. with water level load size control Washer is overloaded Hot water heater is set too low or is a distance from washer Hot water is being used elsewhere in the house Drain hose is kinked or clogged Loose fill hose connection at faucet or washer House drain pipes are clogged Hot and cold water hoses are connected to wrong supply faucets Drain hose standpipe is incorrect height Lid lock malfunction Lid lock malfunction SOLUTION Do not overload washer See Washing Procedures Rearrange load to allow proper spinning Straighten drain hose Close washer lid The washer will not operate when the lid is open Check another faucet in the house Wait until water supply and pressure increase Fully open hot and cold faucets Water pressure must be at least 10 psi 69 kPa Avoid running water elsewhere while washer is filling Straighten hoses Select higher water level load size Do not overload washer Measure hot water temperature at nearby faucet with candy or meat thermometer Water temperature should be at least 120 F 50 C Adjust water heater as necessary Avoid using hot water elsewhere before or during washer use There may not be enough hot water available for proper clean ing If problem persists your hot water system may be unable to support more than 1 use at a time Clean and straighten the drain hose Check and tighten hose connections Ensure rubber sealing washers are installed
11. FRIGIDAIRE se amp Care TABLE OF GONTENTS Important Safety lmstructionswmma 2 4 manna 5 16 Care and Cleaning 17 18 Avoid Service IIIa 19 20 www frigidaire com USA 1 800 944 9044 a n 0 T X 21 Notes 22 Fran ais U AE 23 Nse 45 www frigidaire ca Canada 1 800 265 8352 DO00S60VZET IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Please read all instructions before using this washer 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 Definitions A This is the safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death DANGER DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury IMPORTANT IMPORTANT indicates installation operation or maintenance information which is important but not hazard related Product Record Record Your Model and
12. ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW BUT NOT LESS THAN ONE YEAR ELECTROLUX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES SO THESE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE IF YOU NEED SERVICE Keep your receipt delivery slip or some other appropriate payment record to establish the warranty period should service be required If service is performed it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts Service under this warranty must be obtained by contacting Electrolux at the addresses or phone numbers below This warranty only applies in the USA and Canada In the USA your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Major Appliances North America a division of Electrolux Home Products Inc In Canada your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Canada Corp Electrolux authorizes no person to change or add to any obligations under this warranty Obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be
13. ards When extremely soiled items have been washed a dirty residue may remain on the tub Remove this by wiping the tub with a nonabrasive household cleanser Rinse thoroughly with water The base plate or tub may become stained from fabric dye Clean these parts with a nonabrasive household cleanser This prevents dye transfer to future loads FABRIC SOFTENER DI SPENSER Remove the dual chamber insert a from the bleach and fabric softener dispenser by pinching at the cham ber divider and lifting upward Also remove the siphon cap b Rinse the insert and cap with a combination of 3 4 cup liquid chlorine bleach and 1 gallon hot tap water to remove any buildup Large amounts of fabric softener residue may indicate improper dilution or more fre quent cleaning is required Rinse well with tap water For the dispenser well use a small brush to clean the recesses Remove all residue Replace the siphon cap and insert by pressing it in place until you hear a slight click OUTSIDE When washing is completed wipe top and sides of washer with a damp cloth Turn water faucets off to prevent pressure build up in the hoses Clean the cabinet with mild soap and water Never use harsh gritty or abrasive cleansers If the cabinet becomes stained clean with diluted chlorine bleach 1 part bleach to 8 parts water Rinse several times with clear water Remove glue residue from tape or labels with a mixture of warm water and mild detergent
14. ash water to remove detergent residue Add liquid fabric softener to final rinse Dry load in dryer Remove lint with lint brush or roller Use a lint brush or shaver to remove pills Rewash load Reduce load size Rinse in cold water with liquid fabric softener using the casual or delicate cycle Soak in detergent booster or product containing enzymes Wash in hottest water safe for fabric us ing casual cycle Increase detergent Add bleach safe for fabric or treat with color remover To restore discolored load of whites use rust remover safe for fabric Do not use chlorine bleach to remove rust stains It may intensify discolor ation Add detergent to empty tub Do not pour on dry load e Avoid overfilling fabric softener compartment of dispenser Sort items by soil level and color Use correct amount of detergent hottest water and bleach safe for fabric Use correct amount of detergent and hottest water safe for fabric Do not pour liquid fabric softener directly on fabric See Operating Your step 5 Never pour chlorine bleach directly on fabric Check condition of items before washing See Operating Your steps 2 and 5 See Washing Procedures steps 1 and 2 Do not overload washer Use correct temperature and amount of detergent water and wash time Use fabric softener in the washer to lubricate fibers When ironing use spray starch or fabric finish on collars and cuffs Turn i
15. d Some warm water will automatically blend with cold tap supply to achieve cold Use this setting for lightly soiled non colorfast items knits delicates and hand washables cold water clean Wash and rinse temperatures are equivalent to temperature of cold tap supply Use this selection for fabrics and colors that are prone to dye transfer For use with cold water detergents Soil Level Adjust duration of agitation time based on the soil level of each load Heavy normal light extra light soil levels are available Stain treat gives your cycle the agitation time of a heavy selection plus the added benefit of a mid agitation soak 10 Spin Speed Max high normal and low spin speeds are available for most cycles The spin speed and or duration of final spin may vary from model to model and cycle to cycle Increasing the spin speed will extract more water decrease drying time and conserve energy Decreasing the spin speed will reduce wrinkling Select low spin speed to gently spin items that should be line dried Use no spin to omit the final spin at the end of the cycle The load will be very wet Remove items from the wash drum to drip dry or select a drain amp spin or rinse amp spin cycle to remove excess water at a more convenient time Water Level Press the water level button to select a water level appropriate for the load size For best results DO NOT overload Add items loosely to the tub The dry load shou
16. elected fabric softener You must turn the fabric softener switch to the on position for correct operation of the fabric softener dispenser See Care and Cleaning for dispenser cleaning procedures delay start Press delay start to select a wash time convenient to your schedule or during off peak energy hours The delay time selected will be displayed and begin counting down when you push in the cycle selector knob to start the unit OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS t NOTE To change options once the cycle has begun push in the cycle selector knob to pause the cycle make the new selections and push in the selector knob again to restart the washer energy saver wrinkle release freshwater rinse chime fabric softener options select estimated time remaining delay start 11 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Other Features control Lock To avoid having someone accidentally start or stop the washer press options and select at the same time and hold for 10 seconds If you attempt to activate the washer while it is locked the display will flash and error beeps will sound To remove the control lock press options and select again Estimated Time Remaining The estimated cycle duration will be displayed before you start the cycle and time remaining will be displayed after you start the cycle Out of balance situations during spins may occasionally lengthen actual cycle times Load Size Sensing Water
17. ension cord or an adaptor plug e e Incorrect usage can produce poisonous gas resulting in serious injury or death Do not combine laundry products for use in same load unless specified on the label Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar e WARNING FI RE ELECTRI CAL SHOCK HAZARD Avoid fire hazard or electrical shock Do not use an adaptor plug or extension cord or remove grounding prong from electrical power cord Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury fire or death Grounding type wall receptacle Power cord with 3 prong grounded plug Do not under any circumstances cut remove or bypass the grounding prong Follow package directions when using laundry products PREVENT I NJ URY AND DAMAGE TO THE APPLI ANCE To prevent serious personal injury and damage to the washer All repairs and servicing must be performed by thorized servicer unless specifically recommended in this Use amp Care Guide Use only authorized factory parts Do not tamper with controls Do not install or store the washer where it will be ex posed to the weather Do not install on carpet Install washer on a solid floor It may be necessary to reinforce the floor to prevent vibration or movement Do not sit on step on or stand on the washer Do not rest heavy loads on top The washer is not meant to support weight To reduce
18. for colorfastness by testing stain remover prod ucts on an inside seam Rinse and wash items after stain removal 14 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Stain Removal Suggestions STAIN TREATMENT Adhesive tape chewing Apply ice Scrape off excess Place stain face down on paper towels Saturate with pre gum rubber cement wash stain remover or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid Baby formula dairy Use product containing enzymes to pretreat or soak stains Soak for 30 minutes or more products egg Wash Beverages coffee tea Pretreat stain Wash using cold water and bleach safe for fabric soda juice alcoholic beverages Rinse with cold water Rub with bar soap Or pretreat or soak with product containing enzymes Wash using bleach safe for fabric Candle wax crayon Scrape off surface wax Place stain face down between paper towels Press with warm iron until wax is absorbed Replace paper towels frequently Treat remaining stain with prewash stain remover or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid Hand wash to remove sol vent Wash using bleach safe for fabric Chocolate Pretreat or soak in warm water using product containing enzymes Wash using bleach safe for fabric Collar or cuff soil cos Pretreat with prewash stain remover or rub with bar soap metics Dye transfer on white Use packaged color remover Wash using bleach safe for fabric fabric Grass Pretreat or soak in warm water using product containing enzymes Wash using bleach
19. ically be displayed for each cycle The settings can be modified before the cycle is started Make modifications according to fiber content colorfastness and soil level Modifications for each cycle will be remembered and recalled each time that cycle is selected in the future To return to factory settings press these two buttons at the same time and hold until the signal sounds If changes are attempted after the cycle starts the lights will flash and a signal will beep but the cycle will continue 1 NOTE To change the settings once the cycle has begun push in the cycle selector knob to pause the cycle make the new selections and push in the selector knob again to restart the washer OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Cycle Settings continued Wash Water Temperature To change the preset temperature press the temp button to scroll to the desired setting To protect your fabrics the temperature range from low to high settings may be different depending on cycle selected The water heater setting and its distance from the washer water usage in other parts of the home and seasonally low ground water temperature in some geographic areas can affect water temperature hot Use this setting for heavily soiled white or colorfast cottons and blends warm Use this setting for normally soiled white or colorfast cottons or blends cool Use this setting for normally soiled sheets casual items and washable woolens col
20. is washer OCCURRENCE Rattling and clanking noise Thumping sound Squealing sound or hot rubber odor Vibrating noise Washer does not start Washer won t spin Residue left in drum POSSIBLE CAUSE Foreign objects such as coins or safety pins may be in tub or pump Belt buckles and metal fasteners are hitting wash tub Heavy wash loads may produce a thumping sound This is usually normal If sound continues washer is probably out of balance Washer is overloaded Washer is not resting firmly on floor Shipping bolt has not been removed during installation Wash load unevenly distributed in tub Washer lid is open Electrical power cord may not be plugged in or con nection may be loose House fuse blown circuit breaker tripped or a power outage has occurred Water supply faucets are not turned on Motor is overheated Washer motor will stop if it becomes overheated Lid is not completely closed Heavily soiled items SOLUTION Stop washer and check drum If noise continues after washer is restarted objects may be in pump Call your authorized servicer To prevent unnecessary noise and damage to tub fasten fas teners and turn items inside out Stop washer and redistribute wash load Do not overload washer Stop washer and reduce load Move washer so it rests firmly on floor Adjust leveling legs See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for details See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for removi
21. l You may use wool detergent approved for automatic washers whites Use this cycle for white fabrics and lightly colored clothing Refer to fabric care label for use of liquid chlorine bleach Hot water is recommended to ensure optimal bleach activation For peak rinsing performance and to avoid chlorine residues on your laundry add fresh rinse to this cycle drain amp spin Use the drain amp spin cycle anytime you want to drain water from the washer and spin out the load rinse amp spin Select rinse amp spin for loads that need a cold water rinse or to add fabric softener that may have been omitted in a regular cycle presoak Use this cycle to soak heavily soiled and stained items before washing Any temperature except hot may be selected but cold water is recommended with this cycle as warmer water may set some stains Use the amount of detergent recommended for a normal wash cycle If desired use a bleach or a soaking agent safe for the fabric The washer will drain at the end of the cycle NOTE Follow presoak with a complete wash cycle suitable for the load using a half dose of detergent casual Use this cycle for poly blends with a permanent press or no iron finish OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Cycle Settings For best results NA Follow the fabric care label instructions on items to be washed Appropriate wash water temperature soil level spin speed water level and options will automat
22. ld not be higher than the top row of holes in the wash tub There should be enough water in the tub for items to move freely NOTE Water level is automatically calculated by the washer in the auto setting The washer will perform a dry load sensing procedure before adding water to the tub The sensing indicator light will be lit e O sensing garment wash final spin clean Cycle Options To select an option press options until the indicator for the desired option flashes then press select If an option is not available for a cycle the indicator will not light Follow the same steps to delete an option Occasionally a setting and option in the same cycle will conflict with each other like energy saver and fresh water rinse When this happens the option selected first will cause the conflicting option to not be selectable energy saver The energy saver option reduces water temperature to save energy lowers water usage slightly and also extracts more water to reduce drying time wrinkle release Wrinkle release adds a deep rinse with warm water to relax existing wrinkles and then lowers the speed of the final spin to prevent setting new ones freshwater rinse Use this option when additional rinsing is desired to remove excess dirt and detergent It is recommended for heavily soiled loads or if household members have sensitive skin chime A signal will sound at the end of the cycle if this option is s
23. level is automatically calculated by the washer in the auto setting The washer will perform a dry load sensing procedure to determine load size before add ing water to the tub If your model has status lights the sensing indicator will be lit Status Lights The following indicators may be lighted during the cycle sensing add a garment wash final spin clean 12 cold sensing estimated time remaining e add a garment wash estimated time remaining Press and hold both for ten seconds to lock or unlock the controls final spin high clean OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Washer Settings Chart ulds 9 asuu uds sue f gt gt SEE H bA SEE E HSS B BSS BES B EES EES BSS BES EES EES These Temperatures Soil levels Spin Speeds Water levels and Options are available with the following cycles soil level stain treat spin speed water level options wrinkle release Non modifiable presets Cycle defaults Available selections v 13 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Safe Stain Removal Procedures To reduce the risk of fire or serious injury to persons or A WARNING property comply with the basic warnings listed below i
24. liquid bleach to bleach dispenser Before adding the wash load add liquid bleach to bleach dispenser located in left front corner under the lid Refer to bleach manufacturer s directions for quan tity to add Then add 1 cup 240 ml water to flush the dis penser Do not use powdered bleach the bleach dispens er Add powdered bleach to the empty tub OPERATING I NSTRUCTI ONS Washing Procedures continued 6 Add laundry load to washer Other Wash Products For best washing performance dry load level Water conditioner detergent booster and enzyme should not be higher than the upper row of holes in products may be added with the detergent the wash tub Do not overload the washer IMPORTANT Use of multi product detergent plus softener sheets or color absorbing sheets NOT recommended They could disable your machine and result in unwarranted repair costs 8 Select the appropriate cycle and settings for the load Turn the cycle selector knob in either direction to select the cycle desired The estimated cycle time will be displayed A suitable water temperature soil level spin speed and options will automatically be indicated for the cycle selected See the Washer Settings Chart for more Combine large and small items load Load large items first Large items should not be more than half the total wash load When washing a single heavy item add 1 or 2 details
25. ne bleach Unfastened zippers hooks buckles Rips tears and broken threads Overloading the washer Degradation of fabric Incorrect 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 Pilling is normal with synthetic and permanent press fabrics This is due to abrasion from normal wear 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 wash load Agitation time too short Wash water temperature too low Not enough detergent Iron or manganese in water supply water pipes or water heater If caused by detergent mix 1 cup 240 ml white vinegar with 1 quart 95 L water in a plastic container Soak item 1 hour Rinse If caused by fabric softener rub stains with bar soap Wash Rewash with correct amount of deter gent and hottest water safe for fabric Add bleach safe for fabric Treat with prewash stain remover or liquid detergent Increase detergent and water tempera ture Rewash Rub fabric softener stains with bar soap May be irreversible if rips tears and seams cannot be mended Reduce load size Rewash using correct water temperature water level and amount of detergent Add nonprecipitating water conditioner to w
26. ng shipping bolt Stop washer and rearrange wash load Close washer lid The washer will not operate when the lid is open Make sure plug fits tightly in wall outlet Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse Do not increase fuse capacity If problem is a circuit overload have it corrected by a qualified electrician If problem is a power outage call local electric company Turn on water supply faucets Wait for the motor to cool down before attempting to restart Close washer lid The washer will not operate when the lid is open Wipe tub with a nonabrasive household cleanser then rinse Shake or brush excess dirt and sand from items before washing 19 AVOID SERVI CHECKLI ST OCCURRENCE Wash load too wet after spin Water does not enter washer or it enters slowly Water level does not cover load Warm or hot water is not hot enough Water in washer does not drain or drains slowly Water leaks Incorrect wash and rinse temperatures Water is entering washer but tub does not fill Water is present in tub after wash cycle is complete The drain and spin cycles did not occur 20 POSSIBLE CAUSE Washer is overloaded Load is out of balance Drain hose is kinked Washer lid is open Water supply is not adequate in area Water supply faucets are not completely open Water is being used elsewhere in the house Water inlet hoses are kinked Improper water level selection for models
27. not involve malfunction or defects in materials or workmanship or for appliances not in ordinary household use or used other than in accordance with the provided instructions 8 Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance or to instruct you how to use your appliance 9 Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing such as removal of trim cupboards shelves etc which are not a part of the appliance when it is shipped from the factory 10 Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs air filters water filters other consumables or knobs handles or other cosmetic parts 11 Surcharges including but not limited to any after hour weekend or holiday service calls tolls ferry trip charges or mileage expense for service calls to remote areas including the state of Alaska 12 Damages to the finish of appliance or home incurred during installation including but not limited to floors cabinets walls etc 13 Damages caused by services performed by unauthorized service companies use of parts other than genuine Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies or external causes such as abuse misuse inadequate power supply accidents fires or acts of God DISCLAIMER OF I MPLI ED WARRANTIES LI MI TATION OF REMEDIES CUSTOMER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN CLAIMS BASED
28. ooking oils waxes etc Do not store these items on or near the washer These substances give off vapors or chemical reactions that could ignite or explode Do not put oily or greasy rags or clothing on top of the washer These substances give off vapors that could ignite the materials Do not add gasoline cleaning solvents or other flam mable or explosive substances to the wash water These substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be pro duced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE If the hot water system has not been used for such a period before using the washer turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas Hydrogen gas is flammable do not smoke or use an open flame during this time Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Failure to comply with these warnings could result in fire explosion serious bodily injury and or damage to the rubber or plastic parts of the washer Do not continue to use the washer if you hear squeak ing grinding rubbing or other unusual noises This could be a sign of mechanical breakdown and lead to fire or serious injury Contact a qualified technician im mediately PROTECT CHI LDREN Do not allow children to play
29. rine bleach because it may intensify discoloration discoloration Shoe polish LIQUID Pretreat with a paste of powder detergent and water PASTE Scrape residue from fabric Pretreat with prewash stain remover or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid Rinse Rub detergent into dampened area Wash using bleach safe for fabric Pretreat with prewash stain remover Wash using bleach safe for fabric Pretreat or soak in product containing enzymes Wash using bleach safe for fabric feces Pretreat or soak in cold water Wash in hottest water and bleach safe for fabric OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Common Washing Problems Many washing problems involve poor soil and stain removal residues of lint and scum and fabric damage For satisfactory washing results follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent Association PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES Blue stains Discoloration graying Greasy oily stains Holes tears or snags Pilling Fibers ball up and cling to fabric Residue or powder on dark items Stiff harsh fabrics Wrinkling Yellow buildup of body soil on synthetic fabrics Yellow or brown rust stains Undiluted liquid detergent or fabric softener dispensed directly onto fabric Not enough detergent Wash water temperature too low Incorrect sorting Not enough detergent Undiluted liquid fabric soft ener poured directly on fabric Incorrect use of chlori
30. rom dark and non colorfast items Separate items that shed lint from items that attract lint Casual synthetic knit and cordu roy items will pick up lint from towels rugs and bedspreads Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled items Separate lacy sheer loosely knit or delicate items from durable items Do not machine wash items containing fiberglass Small particles of fiberglass left in the drum may transfer to fabrics in other loads and cause skin irritation and or damage to fabrics Prepare items for washing Empty pockets Brush off lint and dirt Shake out rugs and beach towels Close zippers fasten hooks button buttons tie strings and sashes and remove non washable trims and ornaments Mend rips and tears to prevent further damage during washing Turn knit items inside out to prevent pilling e e o Mesh bag not included Pretreat stains and heavy soil See Stain Removal Guide in this guide for safe successful stain removal instruc tions lt Add a measured amount of detergent to the wash tub before adding the laundry load For best results NA Use a low sudsing high efficiency deter gent to prevent oversudsing Look for this symbol the detergent label 2 Follow detergent manufacturer s directions The amount required depends on type of detergent load size and soil level and water hardness If desired add
31. s ended For best results Follow the fabric care label instructions on items to be washed OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS push to start push to pause push amp hold to cancel normal casual comforter mx e auto hot stain treat energy saver presoak heavy duty high max I estimated time rinse amp spin delicates remaining normal nomal cool normal freshwaterrinse cold light chime lowe lowe drain amp spin bedding mine no spin warm heavy wrinkle release fabric softener cold water clean extra light whites Jeans delay start spin speed water level temp soillevel options wool quickwash select kids wear e FRIGIDAIRE affinity sensing addagarment wash spin clean Ce This manual covers many models and not all cycles options or features listed are available on every model Consoles shown above for reference only Your model may differ Cycle Selection Turn the cycle selector in either direction to the cycle normal desired Use this load for light to normally soiled cottons towels shirts denims and mixed loads For best results ___ comforter Follow the fabric care label D Add one large comforter or two light duty sleeping bags to the comforter cycle Press the item s to the instructions on items to be washed bottom of
32. safe for fabric Grease oil tar but Scrape residue from fabric Pretreat Wash using hottest water safe for fabric For heavy ter fats salad dressing stains and tar apply nonflammable dry cleaning fluid to back of stain Replace towels cooking oils car grease under stain frequently Rinse thoroughly Wash using hottest water safe for fabric motor oils Ink Some inks may be impossible to remove Washing may set some inks Use prewash stain remover denatured alcohol or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid Mildew scorch Wash with chlorine bleach if safe for fabric Or soak in oxygen bleach and hot water before washing Badly mildewed fabrics may be permanently damaged Brush off dry mud Pretreat or soak with product containing enzymes Mustard tomato Pretreat with prewash stain remover Wash using bleach safe for fabric Nail polish May be impossible to remove Place stain face down on paper towels Apply nail pol ish remover to back of stain Repeat replacing paper towels frequently Do not use on acetate fabrics Paint varnish WATER BASED Rinse fabric in cool water while stain is wet Wash Once paint is dry it cannot be removed OIL BASED AND VARNISH Use solvent recommended on can label Rinse thoroughly before washing Perspiration Use prewash stain remover or rub with bar soap Rinse Wash using nonchlorine bleach in hottest water safe for fabric Rust brown or yellow Use rust remover safe for fabric Do not use chlo
33. tems inside out to reduce abrasion Increase water temperature using hottest water safe for fabric Do not overload washer Use liquid detergent or use non precipitating water conditioner with powder detergent Do not overload washer Remove items from washer as soon as cycle is completed Use liquid fabric softener Select correct wash cycle Use correct amount of detergent Wash synthetics frequently using hot or warm water Use nonprecipitating water softener Before washing run hot water for a few minutes to clear lines Drain water heater occasionally For an ongoing problem install an iron filter in your water supply system Cleaning Instructions NOTE Fabric softener may build up in the dispenser well Residue should be removed once or twice a month Orient correctly for reinsertion IMPORTANT Do not store or place laundry products on top of washer at any time They can damage the finish or controls CARE AND CLEANI NG INSIDE Remove items from the washer as soon as the cycle ends Excess wrinkling color transfer and odors may develop in items left in the washer Dry the washer top the area around the lid opening and the underside of the lid These areas should always be dry before the lid is closed Before cleaning the washer interior unplug the electri cal power cord to avoid electrical shock haz
34. the tub as much as possible to prevent them from floating as the tub fills with water heavy duty Use this cycle for heavily soiled durable garments ex Once a cycle is running turning the selector knob to towels sports gear or fabric tote bags For best soil another selection will not change the cycle If cycle and stain removal use the hottest water safe for the selection change is attempted after the cycle starts the fabrics being washed indicator lights will flash and a signal will beep but the delicates original cycle will continue Use this cycle for lightly soiled knits and delicates which require gentle washing bedding NOTE U ee t This cycle is designed for large items such as blankets sheets mattress pads duvet covers and similar items To change the cycle selection once the cycle has begun push in and hold the cycle selector knob to jeans cancel the current cycle make the new selection and Select this specialty cycle for washing an entire load push in the selector knob again to restart the washer of lightly to normally soiled denim jeans or similarly colored cotton khakis Cycle Selection continued quick wash Quickly wash a small lightly soiled kids wear Wash normally soiled kids wear and baby wear with this specialty cycle wool Designed for a small load of machine washable woolen items the wool cycle uses gentle washing action along with cold rinses to eliminate shrinking and damage to woo
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