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Summary of Contents for FAFS4073NA0

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Page 2: ...model and serial numbers of your washer are found on the washer serial plate located on the inside of the door 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 o Care Service Keep it in a safe place This Use and Care Guide provides general operating instructions for you...

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: ...epairs 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 s...

Page 5: ...Steel Wash Drum LCD Display Adjustable Leveling Legs Control Lock Drum Light Door Latch with Safety Lock Vent Latch Cascading Wash Vanes As an ENERGY STAR_ Partner Electrolux Major Appliances has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR_ guidelines for energy efficiency Not all models are available with drum light ...

Page 6: ... the water pressure in your home C DRAIN PUMP Your washer is equipped with a high velocity drain pump It is normal to hear humming and gurgling sounds as water is pumped from the washer Both of these sounds are normal and indicate that your pump is functioning correctly D HIGH SPEED MOTOR A powerful motor is used to drive the drum to high spin speeds to extract water from your load You will hear a...

Page 7: ...berglass left in the drum may transfer to fabrics in other loads and cause skin irritation Prepare items for washing Empty pockets Brush off lint and dirt Shake out rugs and beach towels Close zippers fasten hooks tie strings and sashes and remove non washable trims and ornaments Mend rips and tears to prevent further damage dur ing washing Turn knit items inside out to prevent pilling 3 Mesh bag ...

Page 8: ... are supplied with a Main Wash liquid only cup See all of the following instructions for using this cup If your model does not have a Prewash compartment add either powder or iquid detergent to your Ma n Wash compartment Liquid Detergent _ o Add the recommended amount of a high efficiency liquid detergent to the Hain Wash liquid only cup o Do not exceed the MAX fill line Liquid detergent can also ...

Page 9: ...achine and result in unwarranted Detergent for Prewash _ _ For heavily soiled or stained loads select the Pre wash on select models option and add the recom mended amount of detergent to the Pre Wash detergent cup From time to time you may see water in the Main Wash liquid only Liquid Bleach and Fabric Softener chambers This is part of the normal To prevent fabric damage do not overfill the Liquid...

Page 10: ...le if desired As a safety measure the door will automatically lock during the entire wash cycle To add a forgotten item to the washer any time during the wash portion of the cycle press pause When the door unlocks open the door add the item close the door and press START to resume the cycle If changes to the settings or options are attempted after the cycle starts you will hear several beeps when ...

Page 11: ...press the cancel button before selecting a new cycle Just turning the cycle selector knob to another selection will not change the cycle normal Use this load for cotton linen towels shirts sheets denims and mixed loads casual Use this cycle for cottons and blends with a permanent press or no iron finish quick wash Quickly wash a small lightly soiled load deiicates Use this cycle for lightly soiled...

Page 12: ...0 F 49 C or higher to ensure proper performance during this cycle If the setting is lower or the load is extra large the cycle time will be extended by 30 minutes or more The sanitize cycle will kill 99 9 of bacteria with no carryover of bacteria between loads No bleach or harsh chemicals are needed but higher temperatures are required Please check fabric care labels to prevent damage NSF Protocol...

Page 13: ...Washers kids wear Wash normally soiled kids wear and baby wear with this specialty cycle Fresh rinse high spin speed and hot water are default presets Allergy will also be selected as an option pet beds Wash soft sided pet beds pet pillows or pet blankets with the pet beds cycle The allergy option will kill dust mites and eliminate 95 of pet dander with multiple rinses Cold water to release protei...

Page 14: ...ling 99 9 of bacteria using wash water heated with a boost heater to 152 F 67 C Cold water is used to cool and rinse the load Only sanitizing cycles have been designed to meet the requirements of NSF P172 protocol for sanitization I_ NSF Protocol P172 Sanitization Performance of Residential and Commercial Family Sized Clothes Washers hot Use this setting for heavily soiled white or colorfast cotto...

Page 15: ... will cause the conflicting option to not be selectable This option has been certified by NSF International an independent third party testing and certification organization dedicated to public health safety and environmental protection NSF Protolcol P351 Allergen Reduction Performance of Residential and Commercial Family Sized Clothes Washers To change the options after the cycle starts press pau...

Page 16: ...the internal heater is activated to heat the wash water to remove non protein based stains Can be used with pre wash for the toughest stains pro wash on select models Select this option to add a short initial wash period to a cycle Heavily soiled and stained loads will prewash for approximately 5 minutes The water will drain and the load will automatically advance to the regular wash cycle See ste...

Page 17: ...er s vent latch feature To apply the vent lock 1 open the door slightly 2 lift the latch arm and then 3 press the arm down onto the plastic door strike snapping it in place The vent latch can be released either of two ways by pulling door out and manually returning latch arm to lower position or by pushing door shut and allowing latch arm to continue its pivot upward Do not attempt to close door i...

Page 18: ...ld water clean spin speed max high medium low no spin soil level max heavy normal light extra light options energy saver add steam stain clean delay start fresh rinse clean washer control lock press hold chime press hold max fill Available selections i i i i i i i i i C 113 qC _ U i o 0 _ 0 _3 _ i o i z ol c 0 c c C Cycle defaults _ Non modifiable presets ...

Page 19: ...w no spin soil level max heavy normal light extra light options allergy energy saver add steam stain pretreat pre wash delay start fresh rinse clean washer control lock press hold light press hold chime press hold max fill Available selections v _ mm m ...

Page 20: ...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 21: ...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 22: ... SMSTEm CLEAT Turn cycle selector 4_ __to this position Items left in washer while performing the clean washer cycle will cause a severe out of balance s tuat on that ould damage the washing machine If installed remove the MAIN WASH LIQUID ONLY cup from the dispenser REMOVE ALL ITEMS FROM WASH DRUM before filling the detergent chamber with one 1 cup of liquid chlorine bleach OR one 1 pouch of TIDP...

Page 23: ... use a small brush to clean the recess Remove all residue from the upper and lower parts of the recess Replace the insert by pressing it in place until you hear a slight click Return the dispenser drawer Daily Preventive Maintenance 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 If there are no small children...

Page 24: ...ner on a scrub brush soft sponge or towel and scrubbing If included with purchase remove LIQUID ONLY dispenser cup Turn cycle selector 4___ jto this position Always wear rubber or latex gloves and protect floor and c oth ng from damage If odor is still left after bleach cycle s and bleach cleaner open the detergent drawer and pour one 1 pouch of TIDE WASHING MACHINE CLEANER in detergent drawer Sel...

Page 25: ...ey can damage the finish or controls Winterizing Instructions f 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 1 Turn off water supply faucets 2 Disconnect hoses from water supply and drain water from hoses 3 Plug electrical cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet 4 Add 1 gallo...

Page 26: ...em 1 hour Rinse If caused by fabric softener rub stains with bar soap Wash Rewash with correct amount of detergent and hottest water safe for fabric Add bleach safe for fabric e e e e Avoid overfilling detergent and fabric softener compart ments of dispenser e e Treat with prewash stain remover or liquid detergent Increase detergent and wa ter temperature Rewash Rub fabric softener stains with bar...

Page 27: ... booster or product containing en zymes Wash in hottest water safe for fabric using 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 discoloration Use fabric softener in the washer to lubricate fibers When ironing use spray st...

Page 28: ...wash load immedi ately upon cycle completion Remove dispenser drawer and wipe dispenser and inserts with combination of 3 4cup liquid chlorine bleach and one gallon hot water Rinse well and repeat if necessary Return drawer to location NOTE Wear rub ber of latex gloves Protect floor and clothing from bleach damage Use only HE high efficiency detergent along with rec ommended dosage At the end of e...

Page 29: ...TION INSTRUCTIONS for details Shipping bolts and foam block have not See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for removing ship been removed during installation ping bolts and foam block Wash load unevenly distributed in drum Stop washer and rearrange wash load Washer does not start Electrical power cord may not be plugged Make sure plug fits tightly in wall outlet in or connection may be loose House fuse bl...

Page 30: ...re hot water temperature at nearby faucet with hot enough distance from washer candy or meat thermometer Water temperature should be at least 120 F 49 C Adjust water heater as neces sary Hot water is being used elsewhere in the Avoid using hot water elsewhere before or during house washer use There may not be enough hot water avail able for proper cleaning If problem persists your hot water system...

Page 31: ...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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