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Use & Care Guide
Washer
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
Laveuse
Printed in U.S.A.
www.frigidaire.com P/N 137153200A (0904)
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Table of Contents Product Registration ..............................................................2 Winterizing .........................................................................10 Important Safety Instructions ............................................ 2-3 Common Washing Problems ......................................... 10-11 Washing Procedures .......................................................... 4-5 Avoid Service checklist .................................................. 1
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Important Safety Instructions, continued PROTECT CHILDREN PREVENT INJURY AND DAMAGE TO THE WASHER � Do not allow children to play on or in the washer. Close su- To prevent serious personal injury and damage to the washer: pervision of children is necessary when the washer is used � All repairs and servicing must be performed by an autho- near children. As children grow, teach them the proper, rized servicer unless specifi cally recommended in this Use & safe use of all appliances. Care Guide.
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T C W C O O H A L I W S T Washing Procedures � Place delicate and small items such as bras, hosiery and baby socks in a mesh bag. To reduce the risk of fi re, electric shock or in- jury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS in this Use and Care Guide before operating your washer. 1 Sort laundry into loads that can be washed together. (Mesh bag not included.) 3 Pretreat stains and heavy soil. � Sort items by recommended cycle and water tempera- ture. � Separate white, light and co
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Washing Procedures, continued If a build-up of fabric softener occurs, clean with hot water. DO NOT REMOVE SERVICE CAP FOUND INSIDE THE 6 Add laundry load to washer. AGITATOR POST. � Dry load level should not be higher than the top of the For models without a fabric softener dispenser, follow agitator vanes. Do not overload the washer. fabric softener label directions. Add diluted fabric softener to the fi nal rinse. Do not pour fabric softener directly on the wash load. 8 Select cycle and
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS This manual covers many models and not all cycles, options, or features listed are available on every model. Console shown above for reference only. Your model may differ. SOAK/PREWASH Cycle Selection Soak Push in and turn the Cycle Selector knob clockwise to the desired cycle. � Use Soak to treat heavily soiled or stained items. Soak provides 3 minutes of agitation and 12 minutes of soaking time in cold water. The load then advances into the For best results Prewash
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This manual covers many models and not all cycles, options, or features listed are available on every model. Console shown above for reference only. Your model may differ. Cycle Settings, continued 2. Select appropriate Wash/Rinse Temperature, Load Size, and Wash/Spin Speed. LOAD SIZE 3. Select PowerPlus Clean under Wash Cycle Options. � Turn the Load Size knob to select a water level � To use a cycle other than Whites after the Soak or appropriate for the load size. For best results, DO NO
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Safe Stain Removal Procedures - HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD - To reduce the risk of fi re or serious injury to persons or property, comply Do not use or mix liquid chlorine bleach with other with the basic warnings listed below: household chemicals such as toilet cleaners, rust � Read and comply with all instructions on stain removal products. removers, acid or products containing ammonia. � Keep stain removal products in their original labeled containers and These mixtures can produce dangerou
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Stain Removal Suggestions, continued STAIN TREATMENT Mud Brush off dry mud. Pretreat or soak with product containing enzymes. Mustard, tomato Pretreat with prewash stain remover. Wash using bleach safe for fabric. Nail polish May be impossible to remove. Place stain face down on paper towels. Apply nail polish remover to back of stain. Repeat, replacing paper towels frequently. Do not use on acetate fabrics. Paint, varnish WATER BASED: Rinse fabric in cool water while stain is wet. Wash. Onc
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RV ANTIFREEZE Winterizing Instructions If the washer is stored in an area where freez- ing can occur or moved in freezing temperatures, follow these winterizing instructions to prevent damage to the washer: 1. Turn off water supply faucets. Follow WINTERIZING 2. Disconnect hoses from water supply and drain water from hoses. INSTRUCTIONS for cold 3. Plug electrical cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet. weather storage and 4. Add 1 gallon (3.8 L) nontoxic recreational vehicle (RV)
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Common Washing Problems, continued PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES Residue or � Undissolved detergent. � Rewash load. � Increase water temperature using powder on � Some granular detergents can hottest water safe for fabric. dark items; combine with hard water minerals � Do not overload washer. Stiff, harsh to form a residue. � Use liquid detergent or use non- fabrics. � Overloading the washer. precipitating water conditioner with powder detergent. Wrinkling � Overloading
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Avoid Service Checklist, continued OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION OPERATING Washer does not start. Washer lid is open. Close washer lid. The washer will not fi ll with water, agitate or spin when the lid is open, and will only start to do so if the lid is closed. Electrical power cord may not be plugged in or Make sure plug fi ts tightly in wall outlet. connection may be loose. House fuse blown, circuit breaker tripped, or a Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Do not increase fuse capac-
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Major Appliance Warranty Information Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your original date of purchase, Electrolux will pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used and maintained in accordance with the provided instructions. Exclusions This warranty does not cover the following: 1. Products with original serial numbers that have been remo
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