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TROUBLESHOOTING

Common washing inquiries (continued)

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE

CAUSES

SOLUTIONS

PREVENTIVE

MEASURES

Pilling
(Fibers ball

up and cling

to fabric)

• Pilling is normal

with synthetic

and permanent

press fabrics due

to abrasion from

normal wear.

• Use a lint brush or

shaver to remove pills.

• Use fabric softener

in washer to lubricate

fibers.

• When ironing, use

spray starch or fabric

finish on collars and

cuffs.

• Turn items inside out

to reduce abrasion.

Residue or

powder on

dark items;
Stiff, harsh

fabrics

• Undissolved

detergent.

• Some granular

detergents can

combine with

hard water

minerals to form

a residue.

• Overloading the

washer.

• Rewash load.

• 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.

Unexpected

washing

results of

large items

• Poor movement

of large items

during wash

action.

• Large items

loaded

incorrectly in a

flat fashion.

• Rearrange load and

rewash.

• Add items one at a

time, each tightly

bunched into its

own ball, to allow

beneficial item

interaction.

• Avoid loading items in

a flat, laid-out fashion.

Wrinkling

• Overloading the

washer.

• Incorrect wash

cycle for wash

load.

• Reduce load size.

• Rinse in cold water with

liquid fabric softener

using the casual or

delicate cycle.

• DO NOT overload

washer.

• Remove items from

washer as soon as

cycle is completed.

• Use liquid fabric

softener.

Yellow

buildup of

body soil on

synthetic

fabrics

• Agitation time

too short.

• Water

temperature too

low.

• Not enough

detergent.

• Soak in detergent

booster or product

containing enzymes.

• Wash in hottest water

safe for fabric using

casual cycle.

• Increase detergent.

• Add bleach safe for

fabric or treat with color

remover.

• Select correct wash

cycle.

• Use correct amount

of detergent.

• Wash synthetics

frequently using hot

or warm water.

Yellow or

brown rust

stains

• Iron or

manganese in

water supply,

water pipes, or

water heater.

• 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 non precipitating

water softener.

• Before washing, run

hot water for a few

minutes to clear lines.

• Drain water heater

occasionally.

• For an ongoing

problem, install iron

filter in your water

supply system.

Summary of Contents for FLCE7522AW

Page 1: ...A11271206 March 2021 Introduction 2 Important Safety Information 3 Features 8 Pre Installation Requirements 9 Installation 18 Accessories and Replacement Parts 27 Controls And Settings 28 Operating Instructions 35 Stain Removal Guide 40 Care and Cleaning 42 Troubleshooting 45 Limited Warranty 52 ...

Page 2: ...ies are available at www frigidaire com We are here for you Visit our website chat with an agent or call us if you need help We may be able to help you avoid a service visit If you do need service we can get that started for you Let s make it official Be sure to register your product Serial Number Location jfk fkda jfda jfk fkda jfda jfk fkda jfda jfk fkda jfda jfk fkda jfda jfk fkda jfda jfk fkda...

Page 3: ...property damage DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS DO NOT try to light any appliance DO NOT touch any electrical switch DO NOT use any phone in your building Clear the room building or area of all occu pants Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s ...

Page 4: ...rial numbers of your laundry center are found on the dryer serial plate located inside the door opening Record and retain these numbers Definitions 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 CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avo...

Page 5: ...ugs bibs baby pants plastic bags and pillows that may melt or burn Some rubber materials when heated can under certain circumstances produce fire by spontaneous combustion Clean the lint filter before or after each load The interior of the dryer lint filter housing and exhaust duct should be cleaned approximately every 18 months by a qualified service professional An excessive amount of lint build...

Page 6: ...airtight chambers Keep laundry products out of children s reach To prevent personal injury observe all warnings on product labels Before the laundry center is removed from service or discarded remove the washer and dryer doors to prevent accidental entrapment Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries Risk of child entrapment Child entrapment and suffocation ar...

Page 7: ... not disconnect this appliance from the power supply This laundry center is equipped with an electrical overload protector The washer motor will stop if it becomes overheated A thermal limiter switch automatically turns off the dryer motor in the unlikely event of an overheated situation A service technician must replace the thermal limiter switch after correcting the fault Failure to comply with ...

Page 8: ...8 FEATURES 1 2 3 4 4 1 Washer Controls 2 Dryer Controls 3 Washer Lid Lock Location 4 Leveling Leg Washer Dryer ...

Page 9: ...r LP system P N 5304523143 not included Gas supply turned on No leaks present at all connections check with soapy water NEVER check with flame 208v 240V electric supply electric dryer Approved NEMA 10 30 or 14 30 service cord with all screws tight on terminal block Approved strain relief installed Terminal access cover installed before initial operation Electrical power House power turned on Laund...

Page 10: ...cle Power cord with 3 prong grounded plug Do not under any circumstances cut remove or bypass the grounding prong WARNING Improper grounding of the laundry center may cause serious injury or death Check with a licensed electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded OUTLET RECEPTACLE NEMA 10 30R or NEMA 14 30R receptacle to be located so the power supply cord is ac...

Page 11: ...f the gas supply piping system at test pressures in excess of 1 2 psig 3 45 kPa 7 The dryer MUST be isolated from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1 2 psig 3 45 kPa 8 Connections for the gas supply must comply with the Standard for Connectors for Gas Appliances ANSI Z21 24 CSA 6 10 WARNING EXPLOSION HAZ...

Page 12: ... conditions will obstruct clothes dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire Use only 4 inch 102 mm diameter rigid or flexible metal duct and approved vent hood which has a swing out damper s that open when the dryer is in operation When the dryer stops the dampers automatically close to prevent drafts and the entrance of insects and rodents To avoid restricting the outlet maintain a minimum of 1...

Page 13: ...that extend into the duct to assemble the exhaust system No screen grate or guard of any mesh size is allowed to cover the exhaust opening Lint can become caught in the screen grate guard or on the screws or rivets clogging the duct work and creating a fire hazard as well as increasing drying times Use an approved vent hood to terminate the duct outdoors and seal all joints with metal foil tape Al...

Page 14: ...cceptable If the manometer reading is higher than 1 4 inches of water column the system is too restrictive and the installation is unacceptable Although vertical orientation of the exhaust system is acceptable certain extenuating circumstances could affect the performance of the dryer Only rigid metal duct work should be used Venting vertically through a roof may expose the exhaust system to down ...

Page 15: ...ome Construction and Safety Title 24 HUD Part 280 or Standard CAN CSA Z240 MH 2 Dryer MUST be exhausted outside outdoors not beneath the mobile home using metal ducting that will not support combustion Metal ducting must be 4 inches 10 16 cm in diameter with no obstructions Rigid metal duct is preferred Exhaust ducts must be securely fastened to a noncombustible portion of the mobile home structur...

Page 16: ...ss or closet can be satisfied by adding 120 square inches of opening equally divided at the top and bottom of the door and located 3 inches from the bottom and top of the door or Adding 120 square inches of ventilation openings to the top sides or rear wall of the closet wall if the wall is adjacent to an open room hallway or exterior or A louvered door with equivalent air openings equaling 120 sq...

Page 17: ...ze detergent effectiveness In an area where it will come in contact with curtains drapes or anything that will obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air On carpet Floor MUST be solid with a maximum slope of 1 inch 2 5 cm To minimize vibration or movement reinforcement of the floor may be necessary 0 cm 27 68 5 cm 2 5 cm 1 0 0 cm 0 2 5 cm 1 PRE INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Solid Bi Fold door...

Page 18: ...odels 31 5 80 cm 47 5 120 5 cm 31 5 80 cm 38 96 5 cm 55 75 141 5 cm 41 5 105 5 cm center line height for 4 in 102 mm exhaust outlet Side view 27 68 5 cm 4 in 102 mm exhaust vent on rear of unit drain hose retention clips on rear of washer2 water supply connection on rear of washer power cord attachment location on rear of unit1 43 5 110 5 cm 9 4 24 cm 5 5 14 cm Front view gas supply pipe on rear o...

Page 19: ...ther tub contents 5 From the back of the washer remove the wire shipping clips securing the drain hose 6 DO NOT remove the PLASTIC CLIPS which secure the drain hose to the right side of the washer back sheet It helps form a standpipe to prevent water siphoning 2 1 7 Carefully move the laundry center to within four 4 feet of the final location for the start of the installation IMPORTANT To prevent ...

Page 20: ...e gas shutoff valve 3 Open the shutoff valve in the gas supply line to allow gas to flow through the pipe Wait a few minutes for gas to move through the gas line 4 Check for gas system leaks with a manometer If a manometer is not available test all connections by brushing on a soapy water solution WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD NEVER test for gas leaks with an open flame The following are specific requi...

Page 21: ... be cut by any movement of the cord resulting in electrical shock DO NOT use an aluminum wired receptacle with a copper wired power cord and plug or vice versa A chemical reaction occurs between copper and aluminum and can cause electrical shorts The proper wiring and receptacle is a copper wired power cord with a copper wired receptacle NOTE Dryers operating on 208 volt power supply will have lon...

Page 22: ...all receptacle Power cord with 3 prong grounded plug Do not under any circumstances cut remove or bypass the grounding prong 1 Turn off power supply to outlet 2 Remove the screw securing the terminal block access cover on the back of the dryer 3 Install a UL approved strain relief according to the power cord strain relief manufacturer s instructions in the power cord entry hole below the access pa...

Page 23: ...N wire Electrical connection non Canada 4 wire cord 5 Disconnect the internal WHITE dryer harness ground wire from the GREEN ground screw next to the terminal block 6 Attach the ground GREEN power cord wire to the cabinet with the ground GREEN screw Tighten the screw securely 4 wire receptacle NEMA type 14 30R WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Failure to disconnect power source before servicing coul...

Page 24: ...propriate leg s so the laundry center sits solidly on the floor on ALL four legs Keep the leveling leg extension at a minimum for best performance of the washer raise lower 2 Use adjustable pliers to adjust the leveling legs so the laundry center is level front to rear and side to side and stable corner to corner 1 Run some water from the hot and cold faucets to flush the water lines and remove pa...

Page 25: ...a 4 10 2 cm clamp is recommended to connect the dryer to the exhaust vent system Use metal foil tape to seal all other joints 3 Reinstall the dryer front access panel Clamp WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD Certain internal parts are intentionally not grounded and may present a risk of electrical shock if contacted during installation Do not contact the following parts while the appliance is energized...

Page 26: ...grounding of the dryer may cause serious injury or death Check with a licensed electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded NOTE A wiring diagram and technical data sheet are located behind the dryer access panel WARNING When discarding or storing your old laundry center ALWAYS remove the washer and dryer doors Grounding type wall receptacle Power cord with 3 pr...

Page 27: ...e hose kit options that will meet your specific installation needs TOUCH UP PAINT PENS Classic White Touch Up Pen P N 5304468812 Other colors may be available Contact the source where you purchased your laundry center Replacement parts If replacements parts are needed for your laundry center contact the source where you purchased your laundry center or refer to your Use and Care Guide for more inf...

Page 28: ... water rinse or to add fabric softener that may have been omitted in a regular cycle Drain Spin Select this cycle to drain excess water from a load Soak Select this cycle to soak heavily soiled and stained items before washing 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 so...

Page 29: ...ates and hand washables Some warm water will automatically blend with cold tap supply to achieve cold Press the Water Level button to cycle through wash water level until the desired water level is selected The recommended water level can be determined by the size of the wash load For best results Follow the fabric care label instructions on items to be washed MaxFill Select the MaxFill water leve...

Page 30: ...le click PAUSE Press WASHER START PAUSE button once while the washer is running to pause the wash cycle The unit will emit one short beep the LED will blink the wash tub will come to a complete stop and the door lid safety lock will disengage with an audible double click The wash tub can take up to 6 minutes to stop after the START PAUSE button is pressed DO NOT force open the locked lid Press the...

Page 31: ... washer lid before starting the washer The washer will not operate with the lid open The Balance Load advisory LED indicator will illuminate if the wash load is unbalanced in the drum during the wash cycle Pause the washer and redistribute the wash load CONTROLS AND SETTINGS WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or serious injury to persons or property comply with the basic warnings listed below Read...

Page 32: ...ctions on items to be washed Auto dry cycles Auto Dry cycles take the guesswork out of selecting the correct drying time for each load With auto dry cycles the load will automatically be dried at the selected temperature When the load has neared the end of the drying cycle it will continue to tumble for a brief cool down period This helps reduce wrinkling and makes items easier to handle during un...

Page 33: ...ds that require air drying only No heat is applied on this cycle Use this setting for dry items such as items containing feathers down foam rubber plastics or rubber like materials to refresh clothing stuffed animals pillows or blankets and to dust draperies Drying cycle settings Dry Temp Drying Temperature Select the temperature setting most suitable for each load To protect your fabrics not all ...

Page 34: ...on while the dryer is running to pause the drying cycle Opening the door with a cycle running will also pause the cycle You will hear two beeps Allow the drum to come to a complete stop before reaching inside Press the DRYER START PAUSE button while paused to restart the drying cycle CANCEL Press the DRYER CANCEL button to cancel the drying cycle Wait for the drum to come to a complete stop before...

Page 35: ...ent type clothing or other materials 2 Prepare items for washing Empty pockets Brush off lint and dirt Shake out rugs and beach towels Close zippers fasten hooks button buttons and tie strings sashes Remove non washable trims and ornaments Place delicate and small items such as bras and hosiery in a mesh bag not included Mend rips and tears to prevent further damage during washing Turn knit items ...

Page 36: ...abel 5 Add other wash products to wash tub if desired Water conditioners detergent boosters and enzyme products may be added with detergent See product manufacturer s instructions 6 Add bleach if desired before adding load If using liquid bleach add to bleach dispenser located in left front corner under lid Then add 1 cup 240 ml water to flush dispenser If using powdered bleach add directly to the...

Page 37: ...results follow fabric care label on items to be washed 10 Close the washer lid and start the washer See Washing Cycle Controls Start Pause and Cancel on the following pages LED will light solid when washer is running Pausing a wash cycle while washer is running may affect performance of the wash cycle 11 Remove items when the cycle is completed For your safety the lid is locked during the operatio...

Page 38: ... and in place DO NOT operate dryer without lint filter in place DO NOT operate dryer without cleaning the filter before use 3 Load the dryer and close the door Load items loosely The average wet load will fill the drum 1 3 to 1 2 full Items need room to tumble freely for even drying and less wrinkling If desired place a dryer fabric softener sheet on top of the load at the beginning of the cycle W...

Page 39: ...be dried 5 Start the dryer If drying a single large or bulky item such as a comforter remove the item part way through the cycle and turn it inside out to maximize drying effectiveness Place item back in dryer and re start cycle See Drying Cycle Controls Start Pause and Cancel on the following pages The dryer WILL NOT operate with the door open 6 Remove items when cycle com pletes Immediately hang...

Page 40: ...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 WARNING Never use highly flammable solvents such as gasoline inside the home Vapors can explode on contact with flames or sparks Safe stain removal procedures Remove stains prom...

Page 41: ...ly Rinse thoroughly Wash using hottest water safe for fabric 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 Mud Brush off dry mud Pretrea...

Page 42: ... up may form on the lint filter from using dryer added fabric softener sheets To remove this build up wash the filter with warm soapy water Dry the filter thoroughly and replace DO NOT operate the dryer without the lint filter in place If the dryer drum becomes stained from non colorfast fabrics clean the drum with a damp cloth and a mild liquid household cleanser Remove cleanser residue before dr...

Page 43: ...ter When cleaning chrome parts it is best to use only a damp cloth Remove glue residue from tape or labels with a mixture of warm water and mild detergent Or touch residue with the sticky side of tape Before moving the laundry center place a strip of cardboard or thin fiberboard under the front leveling legs to prevent damage to the floor The base plate or tub may become stained from fabric dye Cl...

Page 44: ...ion 8 To remove antifreeze from washer after storage run empty washer through a complete cycle using detergent DO NOT add wash load IMPORTANT Winterize the laundry center if it is stored in an area where freezing can occur or moved in freezing temperatures to prevent damage to the washer Water inlet hose inspection Periodically inspect all water inlet hoses for water leaks wear cuts corrosion and ...

Page 45: ...directly on fabric Treat with prewash stain remover or liquid detergent Increase detergent and water temperature and rewash Rub fabric softener stains with bar soap and rewash Use correct amount of detergent and hottest water safe for fabric DO NOT pour liquid fabric softener directly on fabric See Operating Instructions Holes tears or snags Incorrect use of chlorine bleach Unfastened zippers hook...

Page 46: ...s own ball to allow beneficial item interaction Avoid loading items in a flat laid out fashion Wrinkling Overloading the washer Incorrect wash cycle for wash load Reduce load size Rinse in cold water with liquid fabric softener using the casual or delicate cycle DO NOT overload washer Remove items from washer as soon as cycle is completed Use liquid fabric softener Yellow buildup of body soil on s...

Page 47: ...ble with no heat Use lint brush or roller to remove lint DO NOT overload dryer Use fabric softener in washer or dryer to reduce static electricity Remove items when slightly damp to avoid overdrying Check that lint filter is clean and in place Pilling Fibers break off ball up and cling to fabric Overdrying Use a lint brush or shaver to remove pills Use fabric softener to lubricate fibers If ironin...

Page 48: ...is open Electrical power cord may not be plugged in or connection may be loose House fuse blown circuit breaker tripped or a power outage has occurred Water supply is not turned on Motor is overheated Washer motor will stop if it becomes overheated Close washer lid 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 i...

Page 49: ...dure See Installation section Refill or replace tank Dryer should heat when utility service is restored Drying cycle takes too long Outside of the dryer feels too hot or smells hot Lint filter is clogged with lint Exhaust duct requirements have not been met Electric dryer is connected to a 208 volt circuit Drying procedures not followed Outside exhaust hood or exhaust duct may be clogged or restri...

Page 50: ...r Permanently attached items such as belt buckles zippers and fasteners may be hitting the inside of the drum Always remove foreign objects from pockets before laundering Remove objects from drum and restart dryer Turn items inside out before drying to prevent scratching and damage to the dryer Drum damage caused by foreign objects or permanently attached items is not covered by the warranty WATER...

Page 51: ...be enough hot water available for proper cleaning 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 or drains slowly Drain hose is kinked or clogged Clean and straighten the drain hose Water leaks Loose fill hose connection at faucet or washer House drain pipes are clogged Check and tighten hose connections Install rubber se...

Page 52: ...cluding but not limited to floors cabinets walls etc 12 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 IMPLIED WARRANTIES LIMITATION OF REMEDIES CU...

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