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LAUNDR

LAUNDR

LAUNDR

LAUNDR

LAUNDRY CENTER

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Y CENTER

Y CENTER

Y CENTER

Owner's Guide

Owner's Guide

Owner's Guide

Owner's Guide

Owner's Guide

Product Registration ...................................... 2

Important Safety Instructions ....................... 2-4

Washing Procedures ...................................... 5-7

Stain Removal ................................................ 7-8

Common Washing Problems ......................... 9

Drying Procedures ..............................................10

Features .................................................................11

Commom Drying Problems................................11

Care and Cleaning.......................................... 12-13

Avoid Service Checklist .................................. 13-15

Warranty and Service .................................... 16

PN 131781700C (0404)

FRIGIDAIRE

www.frigidaire.com

Summary of Contents for GLGT1142CS0

Page 1: ... Guide Owner s Guide Product Registration 2 Important Safety Instructions 2 4 Washing Procedures 5 7 Stain Removal 7 8 Common Washing Problems 9 Drying Procedures 10 Features 11 Commom Drying Problems 11 Care and Cleaning 12 13 Avoid Service Checklist 13 15 Warranty and Service 16 PN 131781700C 0404 FRIGIDAIRE www frigidaire com ...

Page 2: ...gs or clothing on top of the laundry center These substances give off vapors that could ignite the materials Do not add gasoline cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosivesubstancestothewashwater Thesesubstancesgiveoffvaporsthatcould ignite 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 EXPLOS...

Page 3: ...g materials after the laundry center is unpacked Children might use them for play Cartons covered with rugs bedspreads or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers Keeplaundryproductsoutofchildren sreach Topreventpersonal injury observe all warnings on product labels Before the laundry center is removed from service or discarded remove the washer lid and dryer door to prevent accidental entrapme...

Page 4: ...anelectricaloverloadprotector Themotorwillstop if it becomes overheated The washer will automatically restart after a cool down period of up to 30 minutes if the washer has not been manually turned off during this time Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Important Safety Important Safety Important Safety Important Safety Important...

Page 5: ...pins decorative buttons belt buckles and other objects which could be damaged This also helps protect other items in the wash load Mend rips and tears to prevent further damage during washing Placedelicateitemssuchasbras shoulderpads hosiery andbeltsinamesh bag to prevent tangling during the wash cycle Turn knit items inside out to prevent pilling 3 Pretreat stains and heavy soil See Stain Removal...

Page 6: ...firmly together Replacedispenserbylininguptheribsandgroovesandsnappingitintoposition Fabric softener will be flushed from area under the built in fabric softener dispenserwhenLargeLoadWaterLevelisselected Ifabuild upoffabricsoftener occurs clean with hot water DO NOT REMOVE SERVICE CAP For models with a removable dispenser see picture below to the left 1 Attachfabricsoftenerdispensertotopofagitato...

Page 7: ... serious injury to persons or property comply with the basic warnings listed below Read and comply with all instructions on stain removal products Keep products in their original labeled containers and out of children s reach Thoroughly wash any utensil used Do not combine stain removal products especially ammonia and chlorine bleach Dangerous fumes may result Never wash items which have been prev...

Page 8: ...ottest water safe for fabric For heavy stains and tar apply nonflammable dry cleaning fluid to back of stain Replace towels under stain frequently Rinse thoroughly Wash using hottest water safe for fabric Some inks may be impossible to remove Washing may set some inks Use prewash stain remover denatured alcohol or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid Wash with chlorine bleach if safe for fabric Or soak...

Page 9: ...ash water temperature too low Incorrect sorting Not enough detergent Undiluted liquid fabric softener poured directly on fabric Incorrect use of chlorine 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 residue Static ...

Page 10: ...e dryer Theaverageloadwillfillthedrum1 3to1 2full Itemsneedroomtotumble freely for even drying and less wrinkling Do not overload dryer Whendryinglargeitems dryonly2or3atatime Fillouttheloadwithsmall and medium sized items For delicate or very small loads add 2 lint free towels for better drying less wrinkling and to prevent grease stains caused by fabric softener sheets Donotoverdryitems Overdryi...

Page 11: ...nvolve poor cleaning results poor soil and stain removal residues of lint and scum and fabric damage For satisfactory drying results follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent Association Usethedryingracktodryitemswhichshould notbetumbled Greasy oily stains Lint Pilling Fibers break off ball up and cling to fabric Shrinking Wrinkling Fabric softener sheet Overloading Overdrying ca...

Page 12: ...g times The screen is located at the bottom ofthedooropening Removebypullingstraightup Removethelintandreplace the screen Occasionallyawaxybuild upmayformonthelintscreenfromusingdryer 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 in place Ifthedryerdrumbecomesstainedfromnonco...

Page 13: ... To prevent unnecessary noise and damage to tub fasten fasteners and turn items inside out Do not overload washer Stop washer and reduce load This is usually normal If sound continues washer is probably out of balance Stop washer and redistribute wash load Move laundry center so it rests firmly on solid floor Additional floor bracing may be needed Adjust leveling legs See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS...

Page 14: ...lling Straighten hoses Select higher water level load size Do not overload washer When control is set at highest fill level dry load level should not be higher than top row of circular holes in wash tub 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 Avoid using hot water elsewhere before...

Page 15: ...ny obstruction Use a dehumidifier near the dryer Do not overload See Drying Procedures page 10 Remove items as soon as cycle ends See Drying Procedures page 10 Follow fabric care label instructions Dryer does not start Dryer runs but won t heat Drying cycle takes too long outside of the dryer feels too hot or smells hot Excessive wrinkling Electrical power cord is not securely plugged in or plug m...

Page 16: ...placement of blown fuses repair of loose connections or defects in house wiring 4 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 was shipped from the factory 5 Damages to finish after installation 6 Replacement of light bulbs and or fluorescent tubes on models with these features Thiswarrantydoe...

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