Page 1: ...Important Safety Instructions 2 4 Warranty 21 Operating Instructions 5 16 Notes 22 Care and Cleaning 17 18 Fran ais 23 AvoidService 19 20 Espa_ot 45 www frigidaire com USA 1 800 944 9044 www fdgidaire ca Canada 1 800 265 8352 F_ f_ O ...
Page 2: ...d 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 instruction...
Page 3: ...w 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 p...
Page 4: ...pairs and servicing must be performed by an au thorized servicer unless specifically recommended in this Use 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 si...
Page 5: ...epare 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 3 Mesh bag not included Pretreat stains and heavy soil See Stain Removal Guide in this gui...
Page 6: ...nt 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 i...
Page 7: ... 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 10 Remove items when the cycle is completed For your safety the lid is locked during the operation of the washer It will unl...
Page 8: ...nt cycle make the new selection and push in the selector knob again to restart the washer normal Use this load for light to normally soiled cottons towels shirts denims and mixed loads comforter Add one large comforter or two light duty sleeping bags to the comforter cycle Press the item s to the bottom of the tub as much as possible to prevent them from floating as the tub fills with water heavy ...
Page 9: ... 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 For best results Follow the fabric care label instructions on items to be washed Appropriate wash water temperature soil lev...
Page 10: ...evel 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 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 ...
Page 11: ...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...
Page 12: ...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 level is automatically calculated by the washer in the auto setting The washer wil 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 ...
Page 13: ...d _ cold water clean _ _ soil level stain treat _ heavy _ _ normal light _ _ extra light _ _ _E c C3 CL u3 b_ ca ca r_ gJ c D 0 v v v v v spin speed max high _ _ _ _ normal _ _ _ low no spin _ _ _ water level auto max _ _ _ _ normal _ _ _ _ _ low rain _ _ _ _ _ m options energy saver _ _ iiI wrinkle release _ _ freshwater rinse _ _ chime fabric softener _ _ delay start _ _ Available selections Cyc...
Page 14: ...as gaso line inside the home Vapors can explode on contact with flames or sparks For Successful Stain Removal Remove stains promptly 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 ...
Page 15: ...er 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 M...
Page 16: ...le 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 wash 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 Add detergent to empty tub Do not pour on ...
Page 17: ... 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 4cup 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 fie quent cleaning is required Rinse well with...
Page 18: ...rounded electrical outlet 4 Add 1 gallon 3 8 L nontoxic recreational vehicle RV antifreeze to empty wash tub Close lid 5 Select the drain 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...
Page 19: ...LATION INSTRUCTIONS for details Shipping bolt has not been removed during installation See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for removing shipping bolt Wash load unevenly distributed in tub Stop washer and rearrange wash load Washer does not start Washer lid is open Close washer lid The washer will not operate when the lid is open Electrical power cord may not be plugged in or con Make sure plug fits tigh...
Page 20: ...t thermometer Water temperature should be at least 120 F 50 C Adjust water heater as necessary Hot water is being used elsewhere in the house 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 Water in washer does not Drain hose is k...
Page 21: ...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 IMPLIED WARRANTIES LIMITATION OF REMEDIES CUSTOMER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED W...
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