Frigidaire MET1041ZA Top Load Stacked Washer / Dryer
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1. an adaptor plug PVG Pol 10w package directions when using laundry products Incorrect usage can produce poisonous gas resulting in serious injury or death e Donot combine laundry products for use in 1 loadunless specifiedon th label e Donot mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar To prevent serious personal injury and damage to the laundry center e All repairs and servicing must be performed by an authorized servicer unless specifically recommended inthis Owner s Guide Use only authorized factoryparts e Donot tamper with controls e Donot install or store the laundry center where it will be exposed to the weather P NUIASIDGAIWAYS disconnect the laundry center fromthe electrical supply before attempting any service or cleaning Failuretodosocan result inelectrical shock or injury PNIS To prevent injury do not reach into the washer while parts are moving Before loading unloading or adding items push inthe cycle selector knob and allowthe tub to coast toa complete stop before reaching inside PN To prevent injury donot reach intothe dryer if the drumismoving Wait until the dryer has stopped completely before reaching into the drum PY Do not use any type spray cleanser when cleaning dryer interior Hazardous fumes or electrical shock couldoccur ya Athenal limiter switch automatically turns off the dryermotor inthe unlikely event of an overheated situation2. electricdryers only Aservicetechnicianmust replacethe themmal limiter switchafter correctingthe fault ya The washer is equippedwith an electrical overloadprotector Themotor will stop if it becomes overheated The washer will automatically restart after a cool down period of up to 30minutes if the washer has not been manually turned off duringthis time yn Failuretocomplywith these warnings couldresult in serious personal injuries SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Washing Procedures Followthe guidelines below for preparing the wash load Sort laundry into loads that can be washed together Empty pockets Place delicate items inameshbag BleachDispenser somemodels Readthe Washer Operating Instructions card for operating your specific model Always read and follow fabric care and laundry product labels NONIN To rechice the risk of fire electrical shock or injurytopersons read Important Safety Instructions pages 2 4 before operating this washer L Sort laundry into loads that can be washed together Sort items by recommended water temperatures wash time andagitate spin Speeds Separatewhite light andcolorfast items fromdark and noncolorfast items Separate items which shed lint fromitems which attract lint Permanent press synthetic knit andcorduroy itemswillpickup lint fromtowels rugs andchenille bedspread
3. grids Donot tumble other items when using the drying rack 4 Select atimeddry settingbest suited for items beingdried Use only theAir Fluff no heat temperature setting for items containingplastic foam rubber rubber likematerials feathers ordown 5 When items are dry remove the rack and replace the lint screen If lint screen isnot inplace tumbling items could enter the exhaust system and cause damage to the dryer Common Drying Problems Many drying problems involve poor cleaning results poor soil andstain removal residues of lint and scum and fabric damage For satisfactory drying results followthese suggestions providedby The Soap and Detergent Association PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES Greasy oily Fabricsoftener sheet Rub fabric softener stains withbar soap Adda fewbath towels to small loads for proper stains Rinseandrewash tunbling Same silk like fabrics shouldbeairdried Use proper drying temperature Place fabric softener sheet ontop of loadbefore startingthedryer Iirt Overloading Reduce load size and rewash using liquid Donot overloaddryer Overdrying causes static fabricsoftener inthe final rinse Use fabric softener in washer or dryer to reduce electricity Or adda fabric softener sheet and staticelectricity Lint screen not clean when tumble without heat Remove items when they are slightly damp to cyclebegan Us
4. as cycle softerer is campleted Use Liquidfabricsoftener Yellow buildup of Agitationtimetoo short Soak in detergent booster or product Wash synthetics frequently using water at body soil on Wash water temperature too low containing enzymes least 100 F 37 C andcorrect water level synthetic fabrics Not enough detergent Washinhot water 120 F 49 C using full permanent press cycle Increase detergent Addbleachsafe for fabric Or treat withcolor remover Yellow or brown Ironormanganese inwater supply _ Torestorediscolored loadof whites use Usenonprecipitatingwater softener rust stains waterpipes orwaterheater rust remover safe for fabric Before washing runhot water for a few Do not use chlorine bleach to remove rust stains It may intensify minutestoclear lines Drainwater heater occasionally Foranongoingproblem install an iron filter in your water supply system Drying Procedures Follow fabriccare label instructions Place small items inameshbag Fillaryerdrum1 3to1 2full e Followthe guidelines below forpreparingthe load for drying Read the Dryer Operating Instructions card for operating your specificmodel Always read and follow fabric care labels and laundry product labels NONIN To rechice the risk of fire electrical shock or injurytopersons read Inportant Safety Instructions pages 2 4 before operati
5. becloggedor restricted High humidity Use a dehumidifier near the dryer Dryer is overloaded Do not overload See Drying Procedures page 10 Items left indryertoo long Remove items as soon as cycle ends Insufficient sortingofitems See Drying Procedures page 10 Drying temperature too high Follow fabriccare label instructions Ta
6. controls Start thedryer Push Start button for 2 seconds To addor remove items when the dryer is running open the door The dryer will always stop when the door is opened Allow the drumto come to a complete stopbefore reaching inside To restart dryer close the door then push Start button Hold for 1 2 seconds and release When the cycle ends remove items immediately and hang or fold If loadis removedbefore the cycle ends tum cycle selector toOFF 10 NENNEN Cycle Signal Control some models Use the drying rack to dry items which shouldnot be tumbled When the Cycle Signal Control is ON a signalwill andduringthe Press Saver setting somemodels soundat the end of each cycle Thevolume is adjustable on some models Drum Light some models Adrumlight will come on whenever the door is opened to illuminate the dryer drum during loading andunloading Closing the door turns off the light Drying Rack some models Use the drying rack to dry items which should not be tumble dried L Openthe dryer door and remove the lint screen 2 Insertdryingrackintothe dryer drum Place the front bar under the lipof the lint screen opening The sidebars should sit inthe notches of the frame Placeitems tobe driedontop of rack Weight shouldnot exceed 10 lbs Leave space between items but donot let items hang over the sides or through the
7. cut remove or bypass the grounding prong from this plug Power supply cord with 3 prong grounding plug CORRECT Use this way ONLY Note The instructions appearing in this Owner s Guide are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing operating and maintaining any appliance A WARNING Donot operate the dryer if the lint screen is blocked damagedor missing Firehazard overheating and damage to fabrics can occur If your dryer has adrying rack always replace the lint screen when finished using the drying i WARNING Keep area around the exhaust opening and surrounding areas free fromthe accumulationof lint dust anddirt A WARNING Donot obstruct the flowof ventilating air Donot stack or place laundry or throw rugs against the front or back of the laundry center A WARNING Do not spray any type of aerosol into on or near laundry center at anytime A WARNING Donot use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product A Failureto comply withthese warnings couldresult in fire explosion serious bodily injury and or damage to the rubber or plasticparts of the laundry center Protect Children WARNING Do not allow children to play onor inthe laundry center Close supervision of children is necessary when the laundr
8. dispenser see picture below to the left Attach fabric softener dispenser totopof agitatorbypressingdowngently Add softener tothe dispenser following fabric softener label directions Addwater tobring liquid level to top of the peg in the center of the cup Remove the dispenser fromthe agitator after each use Rinseboth lidand bowl thoroughly with warm water Reassemble and place dispenser on agitator or store it nearby BwWNE IMPORTANT Donot stop and restart washer during a spin when using the fabricsoftener dispenser For models without a fabric softener dispenser follow fabric softener label directions Adddiluted fabric softener to the final rinse Donet pour fabric softener directly on the wash load Set cycle selector knob and washer controls according to type size andsoil level of each load anddetergent used See Washer Operating Instructions card for your specificmodel controls Safety Lid Lock 7 I OMM m 7 ON a Y S pam 000 9 Startthewasher Close the washer lidandpull out the cycle selector knob Washer will fill and agitate withthe lidopen The tubwill not spinunless the lidis closed To stop the washer push inthe cycle selector knob Tochangeacycle push inthe cycle selector knob Turn it clockwise tothe desiredsetting Pull out the knobto restart the washer 10 Remove items when the cycle is completed For your safety the lid l
9. out of balance Stop washer and redistribute wash load WASHER OPERATING Washer does not start Laundry center is not restingona solid firmfloor Move laundrycentersoit rests firmlyosolidfloor Additional floor bracing may be needed Adjust leveling legs S INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for details Shipping bolt and block have not been removedduring installation See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for removing shipping bolt andblock Wash loadunevenly distributed in tub Stop washer and rearrange wash load Make sureplug fitstightly inwall outlet Electrical power cordmay not be plugged in or connection may be loose House fuseblown circuit breaker tripped or a power outage has occurred Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse Donot increase fuse capacity Ifproblemisacircuit overload have it corrected byaqualifiedelectrician Ifproblemis apower outage call localelectriccanpany Water supply faucets are not turnedon 13 Turnonwater supply faucets OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE WASHER OPERATING continued Washer does not start continued Washer won t spin WASHER WATER Wash load too wet after sp n Water does not enter washer orit enters slowly Water level does not cover Warm or hot water is not hot enough Water in washer does not drainordrains slowly Water leaks Incorrect wash and rinse temperatures Water is entering washer buttubdoesno
10. L waterina washer plasticcontainer Soak item1 hour Rinse If causedby fabric softener nibstainswith Dilute fabric softenerwithwater bar soap Wash Discoloration Not enough detergent Rewash with correct amount of detergent Sort itemsby soil level andcolor graying Wash water temperature too low andhottest water safe for fabric Add Use correct amount of detergent hottest Incorrect sorting bleach safe for fabric water andbleach safe for fabric Greasy oily stains Not enough detergent Treat withprewash stain remover or liquid Use correct amount of detergent and Undilutedliguidfabricsoftener detergent hottest water safe for fabric poureddirect lyon fabric Increase detergent andwater temperature Donot pour liquid fabric softener Rewash directly on fabric See package directions Rub fabricsoftener stains withbar soap or Washing Procedures for proper diluting Holes tears or Incorrect use of chlorinebleach Maybe irreversible if rips tears and seams Never pour chlorinebleachdirectlyon fabric snags Unfastened zippers hooks buckles cannot be mended e Check condition of items before washing Rips tears andbroken threads See Washing Procedures for preparing Overloading the washer and loading the wash load Degradationof fabric Iit Incorrect sorting Reduce load size Rewash using correct See Washing Procedures for sorting and Tissues left inpocket water temperature water level and pr
11. OWNER S GUIDE READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS LAUNDRY CENTER P N 131585900 9603 PY For your safety the information inthis manual must be followedtominimize the risk of fire or explosion ortoprevent property damage personal injury or lossof life Donct storeorusegasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids inthevicinity of this or any other agoliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Donot tryto light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch donot use any phone in your building Clear the room buildingor area of all occupants Immediately call your gas supplier froma neighbor s phone Followthe gas supplier s e TIfyoucannct reach your gas supplier call the firedepartment Contents Product Registration 2 Important Safety Instructions 2 3 Washing Procedures S 7 StainRemoval 7 8 Common Washing Problems 9 DryingProcedures 10 Features esis Bere erie Seeks 11 Common Drying Problems 11 Care andCleaning 12 13 AvoidServiceChecklist 13 15 Warranty and Service 16 Installationandservicemust beperformedby aqualifiedinstaller service agency or the gas supplier Important Safety Instructions FN To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury topersons when usingthis laundry center comply with the basic warnings listedbelow ya Fail
12. as the cycle ends Excess wrinkling colortransfer andodorsmay develop in items left in the washer Dry the washer top the area around the lidopening andthe underside of th lid These areas shouldalways be dry before the lidis closed Wash lint screenoccasionally Before cleaning the washer interior unplug the electrical power cord to avoidelectrical shock hazards When extremely soiled items have been washed a dirty residue may remain on the tub Remove this by wiping the tub with a nonabrasive householdcleanser Rinse thoroughly withwater The agitator or tubmay became stained from fabric dye Clean these parts with anonabrasive householdcleanser This prevents dye transfer to future loads Inside the Dryer Cleanthe dryer lint screenafter every load Lint build up inthe screen restricts air flow which causes longer dryingtimes The screen is locatedat the bottom of the door opening Remove by pulling straight up Remove the lint and replace the screen Occasionally a waxy build upmay formon the lint screen fromusing dryer added fabric softener sheets To remove this build up wash the lint screen in warm soapy water Dry thoroughly and replace Do not operate the dryer without the lint screen inplace If the dryer drumbecomes stained fromnoncolorfast fabrics clean the drum Wer NU ae MB Use care with laundry products They can damage finish on the laundry cente
13. circuit breaker or replace fuse Make sure electrical line is not overloaded andthe dryer isonaseparatecircuit Themal limitertripped There are 2 house fuses inthedryercircuit If lof the 2 fuses is blown the drummay turnbut the heater will not operate Call authorized service person for replacement Replace fuse Gas supply valve is not open gasmodels Check to make sure supply valve is open See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for procedure Dryer does not have enough air supply to support the burner flame gas models See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS LP gas supply tank is empty or there has beenautility interruption of natural gas gasmodels Lint screen is cloggedwith Lint Refill orreplacetank Dryer shouldheat when utility service is restored fake sure all lint has been removed fromthe dryer lint screenbefore startingeach cycle Exhaust duct requirements have not been met Exhaust duct must be at least 4 inches in diameter and made of rigidorflexiblemetal When in place the duct must have no more than two 90 bends andmust not exceed length listed in INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Electric dryer is connectedto a 208 volt Ciro Drying time will be 20 longer than drying on a 240 volt Drying procedures have not been followed See Drying Procedures page 10 Outside exhaust hood or exhaust duct may Clean out any obstruction
14. creational vehicle RV antifreeze to empty wash tub Set cycle selector knob at a spin setting Pull out knob and let washer spin for 1minute to drain out all water Not all of the RV antifreeze will be expelled amp Pushinknob unplugelectrical power cord drytub interior andclose lid 7 Storewasher inanupright position amp Toremove antifr ze fromwasher after storage runempty washer through a complete cycle using detergent Do not add wash load ee Before calling for service reviewthis list Itmay savebothtime andexpense The list includes common concerns that are not the result of defective workmanship ormaterials inthis laundry center OCCURRENCE WASHER NOISE Clunking or gear sounds POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION This isnomal A certain amount of clunking or gear sounds are nomal inaheavy duty washer Foreign objects such as coins or safety pins may be in tub or pump Stop washer and check tub If noise continues after washer is restarted objects may be inpump Call your authorizedservicer Belt buckles andmetal fasteners arehitting wash tub To prevent unnecessary noise and damage to tub fasten fasteners andturn items inside out Squealing sound or hot rubber odor Thumping sound Washer is overloaded Do not overloadwasher Stop washer and reduce load This isusuallynomal If soundcontinues washer isprobably Heavy wash loads may produce a thumping sound
15. e Lint brushor rollerto remove lint avoidoverdrying Lint isattachedto pills Check that lint screen is clean and inplace Pilling Pillingisnomalwithsynthetic Usea lint brushor shaverto removepills Use fabric softener to lubricate fibers Fibersbreakoff andpermanent press fabrics When ironing use spray starchor fabric finishon ballupandcling This is due to abrasion from collars andcuffs tofaaric nomal wear Turn items inside out to reduce abrasion Shrinking Overdrying Irreversibleoardition Followfabriccare label directions If shrinking isaconcem check loadoften Remove items while slightly damp Blockknits intoshape Lay flat tocampletedrying Wrinkling Overloading Reduce load size and tumble at medium Donot overloaddryer Leaving items indryerafter cycleends or lowheat for 5 10 minutes Remove items immediately Hangor fold 11 Remove items as soon as cycle ends Clean lint screen after every load PN ALD 6 ro xeduce risk of fireor serious injury topersons orproperty comply withthe basic warnings listed in Important Safety Instructions pages 2 4 and those listedbelow Before cleaning the washer or dryer interior unplugthe electrical power cordtoavoidelectrical shock hazards Do not use any type spray cleanser when cleaning dryer interior Hazardous fumes or electrical shock couldoccur Inside the Washer Remove items fromthe washer as soon
16. e 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 withbar soap Rinse Wash using nonchlorinebleach in hottest water safe for fabric Rust brown or yellow discoloration For spots use rust remover safe for fabric For discoloration of anentire load use phosphate detergent and nonchlorine bleach Donet use chlorine bleach because it may intensify discoloration Shoe polish LIQUID Pretreat witha paste of granular detergent andwater 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 Urine vomit mucus feces Pretreat or soak inproduct containing enzymes Wash usingbleach safe for fabric Common Washing Problems Many washing problems involve poor soil and stain removal residues of lint and scum and fabric damage For satisfactory washing results followthese suggestions providedby The Soap andDetergent Association PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES Blue stains Detergent or Liquid fabric softener If causedby detergent mix 1 cup 240ml Add detergent before wash load Then start didnot dissolveor disperse white vinegar with 1 quart 95
17. eparing the wash load Overloading the washer amount of detergent Donot overload washer Not enough detergent Add nonprecipitatingwater conditionerto Use correct amount of detergent water Undissolveddetergent has left wash water temperature andwater level reside Add liquidfabricsoftenerto final rinse Staticclingisattrectirglint Dry loadindryer Load washed too long Remove Lint with Lint brushor roller Pillirg Pillingisnomal with syntheticand Use a Lint brush or shaver to removepills Use fabric softener inthe washer to lubricate Fibersbreakoff ball permanent press fabrics This isdue fibers upandclingto fabric to abrasion from normal wear When ironing use spray starch or fabric finishoncollars andcuffs Turn items inside out to reduce abrasion Residue or powder e Undissolveddetergent Reduce loadsize Increase water temperature usinghottest ondark items Some nonphosphate granular Adddissolveddetergent to tub Rewash water safe for fabric Stiff harsh fabrics detergents can combine with hard load Donot overload washer waterminerals to forma residue Mix1 cup 240m1 whitevinegartolgallon Useliquiddetergent orusenonprecipitating 3 8L warmwater inplasticcontainer water conditioner with nonphosphate Soak item Rinse and rewash granular detergent Wrinkling Overloading the washer Reduce loadsize Donot overload washer Rinse incoldwaterwith liquidfabric Remove items fromwasher as soon
18. lorinebleach in1 quart 95L water Addit towash water after a fewminutes of agitation Donot pour bleach directly on wash load 5 Washing Procedures continued Donot use liquidchlorine bleach with other household chemicals Do not load items above top row of holes in wash tub Built InFabric Softener Dispenser some models Removable Fabric Softener Dispenser some models 6 Add laundry load to washer Dry load level shouldnot be higher than top row of holes in wash tub Do not overload washer Donot put items on top of agitator or wrap them around it Load items evenly Cambinelargeandsmallitems ina load Loadlarge items first Large items should not be more than half the total wash load Whenwashinga single heavy item add 1 or 2 towels to balance the load 7 Ifdesired add liquid fabric softener to Fabric Softener Dispenser some models For models with a built in dispenser see picture belowto the left 1 Addliquidsoftener tothe dispenser following fabric softener label 2 Addwatertobring liquidlevel to fill lineondispenser cap Removethe dispenser fromthe agitator after each use Rinse both cap and cup with warmwater Replace dispenser in the agitator IMPORTANT Donot stopandrestart washer during a spin when using the fabricsoftener dispenser For models with a removable
19. ngthis dryer 1 Prepare items for drying Dry items of similar fabric weight andconstruction inthe same load Separate dark items fromlight coloreditems Separate items that shed Lint franthosethat attract lint If anitemsheds lint turnit insideout Be sure buckles buttons and trimare heatproof and won t damage the drumfinish Close zippers fastenhooks andVelcro8 like fasteners Ti strings andsashes to prevent snagging andtangling Ifpossible turnpockets inside out forevendrying Check for stains which may not have been removed in washing Dryer heat may permanently set some stains Repeat stain removal process before drying Place small items inameshbagtoprevent tangling and for easy removal Loadthe dryer The average loadwill fillthedrum1 3to1 2 full Items needroantoturble freely for even drying and less wrinkling Donot overloaddryer When drying large items dryonly2or3at atime Fill out the loadwith smal andmedium sized items Fordelicateorvery small loads add2lint freetowels forbetter drying less wrinkling andtoprevent grease stains causedby fabric softener sheets Donot overdry items Overdryingcan causewrinkling shrinkage harshness andabuild pof staticelectricity which canproducemore lint If desired addadryer fabric softener sheet Close the dryer door and set dryer controls somemodels See Dryer Operating Instructions card for your specificmodel
20. ocks whenthe tubis spinning It will remain locked for about 1 minute after the tub stops spinning Toopenthelidduringa spin push inthe cycle selector knob andwait about 1minute for the lid lock to release Do not force open the locked lid Placewashed items inautomaticdryer linedry ordry flat as directedby fabric care label Excess wrinkling colortransfer or odorsmay develop in items left in the washer after the cycle has ended Stain Removal Do not combine stain removal products Follow fabriccare label instructions Safe Stain Removal Procedures YID ro reduce the risk of fire or serious injury topersons or property comply with the basic warnings listed below Readandcomply with all instructions on stain removal products Keepproducts intheir original labeled containers andout of children s reach Thoroughly wash any utensil used Donot combine stain removal products especially ammonia and chlorine bleach Dangerous fumes may result Never wash items which have been previously cleaned in washed in soaked in or spottedwith gasoline dry cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive substances because they give off vapors that could ignite or explode Neveruse highly flammable solvents suchas gasoline inside the home Vapors can explode on contact with flames or sparks For successful stain removal Remove stain
21. od before usingthe washer turnonall hot water faucets and let the water flow fromeach forseveralminutes Thiswill release any accumulatedhydrogen gas Hydrogen gas is flammable do not smoke or use an open flame during this time FNIT prevent fire donot use heat todry items containingplastic foam rubberorsimilarlytexturedrubber likematerials oritems containing feathers or down Use AirFluff NoHeat only A WARNING GESA the dryer lint screenbeforeoraftereach load The interior of the dryer lint screen housing andexhaust duct shouldbe cleaned approximately every 18months by qualified service personnel Anexcessive amount of lint build up inthese areas couldresult in inefficient drying andpossible fire See Careand Cleaning pages 12 13 PrintedinU S A This Owner s Guide provides general oqperating instructions for your laundry center It also contains information about features for several other models Your laundry center may not have every feature included Use the laundry center only as instructed in this Owner s Guide and the Operating Instructions cards includedwith your laundry center A WARNING Avoid fire hazard or electrical shock Donot use an adaptor plug or extension cord or remove grounding prong fromelectrical power cord Failure to followthis warning cancause serious injury fireordeath Grounding type wall receptacle Do not under any circumstances
22. r with a damp cloth andamild liquid household cleanser Remove cleanser residue before drying the next load Every 18months an authorized servicer should clean the dryer cabinet interior andexhaust duct These areas can collect lint anddust overtime Anexcessiw amount of Lint build upcouldresult in inefficient dryingandpossible firehazard Outside When laundering is completed wipe cabinet with a damp cloth Turn water faucets off toprevent pressure build up inthe hoses Clean the cabinet with mild soap and water Never use harsh gritty or abrasivecleansers If topor lidbecames stained cleanwithdilutedchlorine bleach 1 2 cup 120m1 inlquart 95L water Rinseseveraltimeswithclear water Remove glue residue fromtape or labels with amixture of warmwater andmild detergent Or touch residue with the sticky side of the tape or label Before moving the laundry center place a strip of cardboard or thin fiberboardunder the front leveling legs toprevent floor damage 12 the laundry center BwWNP Closelid o Winterizing Inst ti If the laundry center is stored in an area where freezing can occur or moved in freezingtemperatures followthese winterizing instructions toprevent damage to Turn off water supply faucets Disconnect hoses fromwater supply and drain water fromhoses Plugelectrical cord intoaproperly groundedelectrical outlet Add 1 gallon nontoxic re
23. reat or soak in warmwater using product containing enzymes Wash usingbleach safe for fabric Collarorcuff soil cosmetics Pretreat with prewash stain remover or rubwithbar soap Dyetransfer onwhite fabric Use packaged color remover Wash usingbleach safe for fabric Grass Pretreat or soak inwarmwater using product containing enzymes Wash using bleach safe for fabric Grease oil tar butter fats saladdressing cookingoils cargrease motor oils Scrape residue from fabric Pretreat Washusinghottest water safe for fabric Forheavy stains andtar apply nonflammable dry cleaning fluidtoback of stain Replace towels under stain frequently Rinse thoroughly Washusing hottest water safe for fabric Tk Some inks may be impossible to remove Washing may set some inks Use prewash stain remover denatured alcohol ornonflanmable dry cleaning fluid fildew scorch Wash with chlorine bleach if safe for fabric Or soak in oxygen bleach andhot water before washing Badly mildewed fabrics may be permanently damaged ud Brush off drymud Pretreat or soak with product containing enzymes fustard tomato Pretreat with prewash stain remover Washusingbleach safe for fabric Bilpolish May be impossible to remove Place stain face down on paper towels Apply nail polish remover toback of stain Repeat replacingpaper towels frequently Donot use on acetate fabrics Paint vamish WATER BASED Rins
24. s Separateheavilysoileditems frmlightly soileditems Separate lacy sheer and loosely knit items fromsturdy items 2 Prepareitems forwashing Empty pockets Brushoff lint anddirt Shake out rugs andbeach towels Close zippers fastenhooks tie strings andsashes and remove nonwashable trims andornaments Remove pins decorative buttons belt buckles andother objects which couldbe damaged This also helps protect other items in the wash load Mendrips andtears to prevent further damage during washing Placedelicate items suchas bras shoulder pads hosiery andbelts ina mesh bag to prevent tangling during the wash cycle Tumknititemsinsideouttopreventpilling See Stain Removal pages 7 8 fordetails Add a measured amount of detergent to the wash tub before adding the laundry load Followdetergent manufacturer s directions The amount required depends on type of detergent loadsize andsoil level andwaterhardness If desired add liquid bleach to Bleach Dispenser some models Before addingthewash load add liquidbleachtobleach dispenser located inleft front cornerunder the lid e 3 Acup 180ml for small loads loup 240ml for large loads e 1 1 4cups 300ml for extra large loads Thenadd1 cup 240ml water to flush the dispenser Donot use powdered bleach inthe bleach dispenser For models without a bleach dispenser dilute the recommended amount of liquidch
25. s promptly Determine the kindof stain then follow recommended treatment in the stain removal chart on the next page Topretreat stains use aprewash product liquiddetergent orapaste made from granular detergent and water e Usecoldwater on unknown stains because hot water can set stains Check care label instructions for treatments to avoidon specific fabrics Check for colorfastness by testing stain remover on an inside seam Rinse andwash items after stain removal Stain Removal STAIN TREATMENT Adhesive tape chewing gum rubber cement Apply ice Scrape off excess Place stain face down on paper towels Saturate with prewash stain remover or nonflanmable dry cleaning fluid Baby formula dairyproducts egg Use product containing enzymes to pretreat or soak stains Soak for 30 minutes ormore Wash Beverages coffee tea soda Juice alccholicheverages Pretreat stain Washusing coldwater andbleach safe for fabric Blood Rinse with coldwater Rubwithbar soap Or pretreat or soak with product containing enzymes Wash usingbleach 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 Handwash to remove solvent Wash usingbleach safe for fabric Chocolate Pret
26. t fill Cycleselectorisnot incorrect position SOLUTION Move indicator clockwise slightly Pull out knob Motor is overheated Washermotor will stopif it becames overheated It will automatically restart after a cool downperiodof upto 30 minutes if washer has not been manually turned cf Lidisnot completely closed Close lidcampletely Heavily soileditems Wipe tub with anonabrasive householdcleanser then rinse Shake or brush excess dirt and sand from items before washing Washer is overloaded Do not overload washer See Washing Procedures Load is out of balance Rearrange loadto allowproper spinning Drain hose is kinked Straighten drainhose Water supply is not adequate in area Check another faucet inthe house Wait until water supply andpressure increase Water supply faucets are not completely open Fully open hot andcold faucets Water is being used elsewhere in the house Water pressuremust be at least 30psi 260 kPa Avoid runningwater elsewhere whilewasher is filling Water inlet hoses are kinked Improper water level selection for models withwater level loadsize control Straightenhoses Select higherwater level loadsize Washer is overloaded Hot water heater is set too loworisa distance from laundry center Donot overloadwasher When control is set at highest fill level dry load level shouldnot be higher than top rowof circular holes inwasht
27. ub Measure hot water temperature at nearby faucet with candy or meat thermometer Water temperature should be at least 130 F 70 C Adjust water heater as necessary Hot water is being usedelsewhere in the house Drain hose is kinkedor clogged Fill hose connection at faucet or washer Avoid using hot water elsewhere before or during washer use There may not be enough hot water available forproper cleaning If problempersists your hot water systemmay be unable to support more than luseat atime Clean and straighten the drain hose Q heck andtighten hose connections Install rubber sealingwashers provided House drain pipes are clogged Unclogdrainpipes Contact plumber if necessary Oversudsing Hot and cold water hoses are connected towrong supply faucets Drainhose standpipe is incorrect height 14 Uselessdetergent Connect hot water hose to hot water faucet and cold water hose to coldwater faucet Standpipe must be aminimumof 33 83 82 cm high to prevent siphoning See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS OCCURRENCE DRYER Dryer does not start Dryer runs but won t heat Drying cycle takes too long outside of the dryer feels too hot or smells het POSSIBLE CAUSE Electrical power cordisnot securelyplugged SOLUTION in or plugmay be loose Make sure theplug fits tightly inwall outlet House fuseblownor circuit breaker tripped Reset
28. uretocomplywith these warnings couldresult in serious personal injuries Prevent Fire Do not wash or dry items that have been previously cleaned in Soakedin or spottedwith gasoline cleaning solvents kerosene cookingoils waxes etc Donot storethese items on or nearthe dryer These substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode PN VW Do not put oily or greasy rags or clothing on top of the laundry center These substances give off vapors that couldignitethematerials Thank you for choosing this laundry center This owner s guide will explainproper operationandcare Record Your Model and Serial Numbers Record below the model and serial numbers foundon the laundry center serial plate locatedon the inside of the dryer door Keep these numbers for future reference Model Number Serial Number Date of Purchase Register Your Product The self addressed PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD should be filledin completely signed and returned 1996 White Consolidated Industries Inc All rights reserved A WARNING Do not add gasoline cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash water These substances give off vapors that couldignite or explode Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE If the hot water systemhas not been used for such a peri
29. y center is usednear children As children grow teachthemthe proper safe use of all appliances A WARNING Destroy the carton plasticbagandotherpackingmaterials after the laundry center is unpacked Children might use them for play Cartons covered with rugs bedspreads or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers A WARNING Keep laundry products out of children s reach Toprevent personal injury observe all warnings onproduct labels A WARNING Before the laundry center is removed from service or discarded remove the washer lid and dryer door to prevent accidental entrapment A Failuretocomplywiththese warnings could result in serious personal injuries Prevent Injury Toprevent shock hazardandassure stability during operation the laundry centermust be installedandelectrically groundedby a qualified service person in accordance with local codes Installation instructions are packed inthe laundry center forthe installer s reference Refer to INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for detailed groundingprocedures If the laundry center ismovedtoanew location have it checked and reinstalledby a qualified service person Important Safety Instructions continued NOUIN Do not use or mix liquid chlorine bleach with other household chemicals such as toilet cleaners rust removers acidor products containing ammonia These mixtures can produce dangerous fumes which can cause serious injury or death
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