Frigidaire Washer FAHE1011MW User Manual

All about the  
Use & Care  
of your Washer  
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
Important Safety Instructions..............................2-4  
Operating Instructions......................................5-16  
Care and Cleaning..........................................17-18  
Avoid Service.................................................19-21  
Warranty ............................................................22  
Français..............................................................23  
Español ..............................................................45  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
WARNING  
To reduce the risk of re, electrical shock, or injury to persons when using this washer, comply with the basic  
warnings listed below. Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.  
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow these Important Safety Instructions:  
PREVENT FIRE  
PROTECT CHILDREN  
• Do not wash items that have been previously cleaned  
in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, cleaning sol-  
vents, kerosene, cooking oils, waxes, etc. Do not store  
these items on or near the washer. These substances  
give off vapors or chemical reactions that could ignite  
or explode.  
• Do not put oily or greasy rags or clothing on top of the  
washer. These substances give off vapors that could  
ignite the materials.  
• Do not add gasoline, cleaning solvents, or other am-  
mable or explosive substances to the wash water.  
These substances give off vapors that could ignite or  
explode.  
• Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be pro-  
duced in a hot water system that has not been used  
for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.  
If the hot water system has not been used for such a  
period, before using the washer, turn on all hot water  
faucets and let the water ow from each for several  
minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen  
gas. Hydrogen gas is ammable; do not smoke or use  
an open ame during this time.  
• Do not allow children to play on or in the washer. Close  
supervision of children is necessary when the washer  
is used near children. As children grow, teach them the  
proper, safe use of all appliances.  
• Destroy the carton, plastic bag and other packing ma-  
terials after the washer is unpacked. Children might use  
them for play. Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads  
or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers.  
• Keep laundry products out of children’s reach. To pre-  
vent personal injury, observe all warnings on product  
labels.  
• Before the washer is removed from service or discard-  
ed, remove the washer lid to prevent accidental entrap-  
ment.  
• Failure to comply with these warnings could result in  
serious personal injuries.  
• Do not store or use gasoline or other ammable vapors  
or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.  
• Failure to comply with these warnings could result in  
re, explosion, serious bodily injury and/or damage to  
the rubber or plastic parts of the washer.  
• Do not continue to use the washer if you hear squeak-  
ing, grinding, rubbing or other unusual noises. This  
could be a sign of mechanical breakdown and lead to  
re or serious injury. Contact a qualied technician im-  
mediately.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
PREVENT INJURY  
PREVENT INJURY AND DAMAGE TO THE APPLIANCE  
To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during  
operation, the washer must be installed and electrically  
grounded by a qualied service person in accordance  
with local codes. Installation instructions are packed in  
the washer for installer’s reference. Refer to INSTAL-  
LATION INSTRUCTIONS for detailed grounding pro-  
cedures. If the washer is moved to a new location, have  
it checked and reinstalled by a qualied service person.  
To prevent personal injury or damage to the washer,  
the electrical power cord of the washer must be  
plugged into a properly grounded and polarized  
3-prong outlet. The third grounding prong must never  
be removed. Never ground the washer to a gas pipe.  
Do not use an extension cord or an adaptor plug.  
• Follow package directions when using laundry products.  
Incorrect usage can produce poisonous gas - resulting  
in serious injury or death.  
• Do not combine laundry products for use in same load  
unless specied on the label.  
• Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such  
as vinegar.  
To prevent serious personal injury and damage to the  
washer:  
• All repairs and servicing must be performed by an au-  
thorized servicer unless specically 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 oor.  
It may be necessary to reinforce the oor to prevent  
vibration or movement.  
• Do not sit on, step on or stand on the washer. Do not  
rest heavy loads on top. The washer is not meant to  
support weight.  
To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect this  
appliance from the power supply before attempting  
any user maintenance. Canceling a cycle or turning the  
power off at the console does not disconnect this appli-  
ance from the power supply.  
To prevent injury, do not reach into the washer while  
parts are moving. Before loading, unloading or adding  
items, push in the cycle selector knob to stop the cycle.  
Allow the wash tub to coast to a complete stop before  
reaching inside.  
WARNING  
• This washer is equipped with an electrical overload pro-  
tector. The washer motor will stop if it becomes over-  
heated.  
• Failure to comply with these warnings could result in  
serious personal injuries.  
FIRE/ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD  
Avoid re hazard or electrical shock. Do not use an  
adaptor plug or extension cord or remove grounding  
prong from electrical power cord. Failure to follow this  
warning can cause serious injury, re or death.  
Grounding type  
wall receeptacle  
WARNING  
HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD  
Do not use or mix liquid chlorine bleach with other  
household chemicals such as toilet cleaners, rust  
removers, acid or products containing ammonia. These  
mixtures can produce dangerous fumes which can  
cause serious injury or death.  
Do not, under  
any circumsttances,  
cut, remove,  
or bypass the  
groundingg prong.  
Power cord with  
3-prong grounded plug  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
Washing Procedures  
• Place delicate and small items such as bras,  
hosiery and baby socks in a  
mesh bag.  
WARNING  
To reduce the risk of re, electric shock or injury to  
persons, read these IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
in this Use and Care Guide before operating your washer.  
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Sort laundry in
can be washe
(Mesh bag not included.)  
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Pretreat stains and heavy soil.  
• See Stain Removal Guide in this  
guide for safe,  
successful stain  
removal instruc-  
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• Sort items  
by recom-  
mended cy-  
cle and water  
temperature.  
tions.  
Add a measured amount of detergent to the  
wash tub before adding the laundry load.  
• Separate white, light and colorfast items from dark  
and non-colorfast items.  
• Separate items that shed lint from items that  
attract lint. Casual, synthetic, knit, and cordu-  
roy items will pick up lint from towels, rugs, and  
bedspreads.  
For best results  
Use a low-sudsing, high efciency deter-  
gent to prevent oversudsing. Look for this  
symbol on the detergent label:  
• Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled items.  
• Separate lacy, sheer, loosely knit, or delicate items  
from durable items.  
• Do not machine wash items containing berglass.  
Small particles of berglass left in the drum may  
transfer to fabrics in other loads and cause skin  
irritation and/or damage to fabrics.  
• Follow detergent manufacturer’s directions. The  
amount required depends on type of detergent,  
load size and soil level, and water hardness.  
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If desired, add liquid bleach to bleach dispenser.  
• Before adding the wash load, add liquid bleach to  
bleach dispenser located in left front corner under  
the lid:  
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Prepare 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.  
• Refer to bleach manufacturer’s directions for quan-  
tity to add.  
• Then add 1 cup (240 ml) water to ush the dis-  
penser.  
• Do not use powdered bleach in the bleach dispens-  
er. Add powdered bleach to the empty tub.  
Turn knit items inside out to prevent pilling.  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
Washing Procedures, continued  
For models without a built-in fabric softener  
dispenser:  
• Follow fabric softener label directions.  
• Add diluted fabric softener to the nal rinse. You  
may use a fabric softener dispensing ball.  
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Add laundry load to washer.  
• For best washing performance, dry load level  
should not be higher than the upper row of holes in  
the wash tub. Do not overload the washer.  
Other Wash Products  
• Water conditioner, detergent booster and enzyme  
products may be added with the detergent.  
IMPORTANT  
Use of multi-product (detergent plus softener) sheets  
or color-absorbing sheets NOT recommended. They  
could disable your machine and result in unwarranted  
repair costs.  
• Combine large and small items in a load. Load  
large items rst. Large items should not be more  
than half the total wash load.  
• When washing a single heavy item, add 1 or 2  
towels to balance the load.  
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Select the appropriate cycle and settings for  
the load.  
• See Washer Operating Instructions on following  
pages.  
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Start the cycle.  
• Close the washer lid. The washer will not operate  
with the lid open.  
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If desired, add liquid fabric softener to fabric  
softener dispenser (available on some models).  
• Push in or turn the cycle selector knob or turn any  
option knob to “wake” the washer. You will hear  
three beeps to indicate washer is ready to operate.  
• After making your selections, push in the selector  
knob to start the cycle. You will hear one beep and  
the washer lid will lock.  
For models with built-in dispenser:  
To add a forgotten item to the wash tub, push in  
the cycle selector knob to pause the cycle. You will  
hear two beeps. After the lock releases, lift the lid  
and 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.  
• Add liquid softener to the dispenser, following fab-  
ric softener label directions. DO NOT use granular  
detergent in this dispenser.  
• DO NOT ll above the maximum ll line.  
Turn fabric softener option on.  
• Do not use bleach in this dispenser.  
ÍNOTE  
To prevent staining, do not overll the “FABRIC  
SOFTENER” chamber or pour liquid fabric softener  
directly on the wash load.  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
Washing Procedures, continued  
10 Remove items when the cycle is completed.  
• For your safety, the lid is locked during the operation  
of the washer. It will unlock at the cycle end after the  
tub has come to a complete stop.  
• Place washed items in automatic dryer, line dry, or  
dry at as directed by fabric care label. Excess wrin-  
kling, color transfer or odors may develop in items  
left in the washer after the cycle has ended.  
For best results  
Follow the fabric care label instructions  
on items to be washed.  
SAFETY LID LOCK  
To open the lid during cycle operation, push in the  
cycle selector knob to pause the cycle. You will hear  
two beeps. Wait for the lid lock to release. Do not  
force open the locked lid.  
CAUTION  
To avoid serious personal injury, do not operate washer  
if safety lid lock is missing, damaged or operating  
improperly.  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
push to start | push to pause | push & hold to cancel  
normal  
casual  
heavy duty  
extra fresh  
+
spin  
rinse  
warm  
fresh  
rinse  
hot  
cold  
off  
presoak  
delicates  
cold water  
clean  
extra  
spin  
bedding  
rinse & spin  
options  
temp  
normal/heavy  
sensing add a garment  
wash  
final spin  
clean  
push to start | push to pause | push & hold to cancel  
normal  
casual  
comforter  
energy fresh  
+
saver  
rinse  
normal  
cool  
on  
fresh  
rinse  
off  
heavy  
light  
cold  
warm  
off  
presoak  
heavy duty  
delicates  
cold  
energy  
hot  
saver  
water  
clean  
rinse & spin  
temp  
options  
soil level  
fabric softener  
quick wash  
bedding  
final spin  
estimated time  
remaining  
sensing add a garment  
wash  
clean  
push to start | push to pause | push & hold to cancel  
normal  
casual  
presoak  
comforter  
extra fresh  
+
spin  
rinse  
normal  
cool  
normal  
heavy duty  
delicates  
fresh  
rinse  
off  
heavy  
light  
cold  
warm  
max  
min  
rinse & spin  
cold  
water  
clean  
extra  
spin  
energy  
saver  
stain  
treat  
extra  
light  
hot  
auto  
drain & spin  
bedding  
temp  
options  
soil level  
water level  
whites  
jeans  
quick wash  
wash  
fabric  
softener  
estimated time  
remaining  
chime  
sensing add a garment  
final spin  
clean  
This manual covers many models and not all cycles, options, or features listed are available on every model. Consoles shown above  
for reference only. Your model may differ.  
Cycle Selection  
Turn the cycle selector in either direction to the cycle  
desired.  
Once a cycle is running, turning the selector knob to  
another selection will not change the cycle. If cycle  
selection change is attempted after the cycle starts, the  
indicator lights will ash and a signal will beep, but the  
original cycle will continue.  
For best results  
Follow the fabric care label  
instructions on items  
to be washed.  
ÍNOTE  
To change the cycle selection once the cycle has  
begun, push in and hold the cycle selector knob to  
cancel the current cycle, make the new selection and  
push in the selector knob again to restart the washer.  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
Cycle Selection, continued  
whites (on select models only)  
normal  
Use this cycle for white fabrics and lightly colored  
clothing. Refer to fabric care label for use of liquid  
chlorine bleach. Hot water is recommended to ensure  
optimal bleach activation. For peak rinsing performance  
and to avoid chlorine residues on your laundry add  
fresh rinse to this cycle.  
Use this load for light to normally soiled cottons,  
towels, shirts, denims and mixed loads. For best  
combination of energy and water saving and washing  
performance, perform this cycle with energy saver  
option (if available) selected.  
comforter (on select models only)  
drain & spin (on select models only)  
Use the drain & spin cycle anytime you want to drain  
water from the washer and spin out the load.  
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 oating as the tub lls with water.  
rinse & spin  
Select rinse & spin for loads that need a cold water  
rinse or to add fabric softener that may have been  
omitted in a regular cycle.  
heavy duty  
Use this cycle for heavily soiled, durable garments - ex.  
towels, sports gear, or fabric tote bags. For best soil  
and stain removal, use the hottest water safe for the  
fabrics being washed.  
presoak  
Use this cycle to soak heavily soiled and stained items  
before washing. Any temperature 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.  
delicates  
Use this cycle for lightly soiled knits and delicates which  
require gentle washing.  
normal/heavy (on select models only)  
Use this cycle for heavily soiled towels, shirts, denims  
and mixed loads.  
bedding  
ÍNOTE  
This cycle is designed for large items such as blankets,  
sheets, mattress pads, duvet covers and similar items.  
Follow presoak with a complete wash cycle suitable  
jeans (on select models only)  
for the load using a half dose of detergent.  
Select this specialty cycle for washing an entire load  
of lightly to normally soiled denim jeans or similarly-  
colored cotton khakis.  
casual  
Use this cycle for poly blends with a permanent press  
or no-iron nish.  
quick wash (on select models only)  
Quickly wash a small, lightly soiled load.  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
Cycle Settings  
For best results  
The water heater setting and its distance from the  
washer, water usage in other parts of the home, and  
seasonally low ground water temperature in some  
geographic areas can affect water temperature.  
Follow the fabric care label instructions  
on items to be washed.  
hot  
Select appropriate wash water temperature, soil level (if  
equipped), water level (if equipped) and options most  
suitable for each load. Make selections according to ber  
content, colorfastness and soil level.  
Use this setting for heavily soiled white or colorfast  
cottons and blends.  
warm  
Use this setting for normally soiled white or colorfast  
cottons or blends.  
The settings can be changed before the cycle is started. If  
changes are attempted after the cycle starts, the lights will  
ash and a signal will beep, but the cycle will continue.  
cool (on select models)  
Use this setting for normally soiled sheets, casual items  
and washable woolens.  
ÍNOTE  
cold  
Some warm water will automatically blend with cold tap  
supply to achieve cold. Use this setting for lightly soiled  
non-colorfast items, knits, delicates, and hand washables.  
To change the settings once the cycle has begun, push  
in the cycle selector knob to pause the cycle, make the  
new selections and push in the selector knob again to  
restart the washer.  
cold water clean  
Wash and rinse temperatures are equivalent to  
temperature of cold tap supply. Use this selection for  
fabrics and colors that are prone to dye transfer. For  
Wash Water Temperature  
Turn the temp knob until the desired wash water  
temperature is selected. To protect your fabrics, the  
temperature range from low to high settings may be  
different depending on cycle selected. If an unavailable  
temperature setting is selected by the user, the nearest  
available temperature will be substituted. Refer to  
complete washer settings chart.  
use with cold water  
detergents.  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
Cycle Settings, continued  
Cycle Options  
fabric softener (on select models)  
Water Level (on select models, automatic on others)  
If your model is equipped with an automatic fabric  
softener dispenser, you must turn the fabric softener  
switch to the “on” position for correct operation. See  
Care and Cleaning for dispenser cleaning procedures.  
Turn the water level knob (on select models) to select a  
water level appropriate for the load size. For best results,  
DO NOT overload. Add items loosely to the tub. The dry  
load should not be higher than the top row of holes in the  
wash tub. There should be enough water in the tub for  
items to move freely.  
energy saver (on select models)  
The energy saver option reduces water temperature to  
save energy, lowers water usage slightly and also extracts  
more water to reduce drying time.  
ÍNOTE  
extra spin (on select models)  
If auto water level is selected, the washer will perform  
a dry load sensing procedure before adding water to  
the tub. The sensing indicator light will be lit.  
Use this option to add minutes to the nal spin. This will  
improve water extraction, decrease drying time and save  
energy.  
fresh 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.  
Water level is automatically calculated by the washer on  
models without a water level knob.  
chime (on select models)  
A signal will sound at the end of the cycle if this option is  
selected.  
Soil Level (on select models)  
Adjust duration of agitation time based on the soil level  
of each load. Heavy, normal, and light soil levels are  
available on all models that have an adjustable soil level.  
Some models also include extra light and stain treat.  
Stain treat gives your cycle the agitation time of a  
heavy selection plus the added benet of a mid agitation  
soak.  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
Washer Settings Chart  
push to start | push to pause | push & hold to cancel  
normal  
casual  
heavy duty  
extra fresh  
+
spin  
rinse  
warm  
fresh  
rinse  
hot  
cold  
off  
presoak  
delicates  
cold water  
clean  
extra  
spin  
bedding  
rinse & spin  
options  
temp  
normal/heavy  
sensing add a garment  
wash  
final spin  
clean  
These Temperatures and Options are available with the following cycles:  
temp1  
hot  
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warm  
9
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9
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9
9
cold  
cold water clean  
9
options  
extra spin  
fresh rinse  
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9
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fresh rinse/extra spin  
9 = Available selections.  
= Non-modiable presets.  
1If an unavailable temperature setting is selected by the user, the nearest available temperature will be substituted.  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
Washer Settings Chart  
push to start | push to pause | push & hold to cancel  
normal  
casual  
comforter  
energy fresh  
+
saver  
rinse  
normal  
cool  
on  
fresh  
rinse  
off  
heavy  
light  
cold  
warm  
off  
presoak  
heavy duty  
cold  
energy  
hot  
saver  
water  
clean  
rinse & spin  
delicates  
temp  
options  
soil level  
fabric softener  
quick wash  
bedding  
final spin  
estimated time  
remaining  
sensing add a garment  
wash  
clean  
These Temperatures, Soil levels and Options are available with the following cycles:  
temp1  
hot  
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warm  
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cool  
9
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cold  
cold water clean  
9
9
soil levels  
heavy  
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
normal  
light  
9
options  
fabric softener  
energy saver  
fresh rinse  
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fresh rinse/energy saver  
9 = Available selections.  
= Non-modiable presets.  
1If an unavailable temperature setting is selected by the user, the nearest available temperature will be substituted.  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
Washer Settings Chart  
push to start | push to pause | push & hold to cancel  
normal  
casual  
presoak  
comforter  
heavy duty  
extra fresh  
+
spin  
rinse  
normal  
cool  
normal  
fresh  
rinse  
off  
heavy  
light  
cold  
warm  
max  
min  
rinse & spin  
delicates  
cold  
extra  
spin  
energy  
saver  
stain  
extra  
light  
water  
clean  
hot  
treat  
auto  
drain & spin  
bedding  
temp  
options  
soil level  
water level  
whites  
jeans  
quick wash  
wash  
fabric  
softener  
estimated time  
remaining  
chime  
sensing add a garment  
final spin  
clean  
These Temperatures, Soil levels, Water levels and Options are available with the following cycles:  
temp1  
hot  
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warm  
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cool  
9
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cold  
cold water clean  
9
soil level  
stain treat  
heavy  
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normal  
light  
9
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extra light  
water level  
auto  
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extra spin  
fresh rinse  
fresh rinse/extra spin  
9 = Available selections.  
1If an unavailable temperature is selected by the user, the nearest available temperature will be substituted.  
= Non-modiable presets.  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
Safe Stain Removal Procedures  
To reduce the risk of re or serious injury to persons or  
property, comply with the basic warnings listed below:  
WARNING  
HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD  
Do not use or mix liquid chlorine bleach with other  
household chemicals such as toilet cleaners, rust  
removers, acid or products containing ammonia. These  
mixtures can produce dangerous fumes which can  
cause serious injury or death.  
• Read and comply with all instructions on stain re-  
moval products.  
• Keep stain removal products in their original labeled  
containers and out of children’s reach.  
• Thoroughly wash any utensils used.  
• Do not combine stain removal products, especially  
ammonia and chlorine bleach. Dangerous fumes can  
result.  
• Never wash items which have been previously  
cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted with  
gasoline, dry cleaning solvents or other ammable  
or explosive substances because they give off vapors  
that could ignite or explode.  
• Never use highly ammable solvents, such as gaso-  
line, inside the home. Vapors can explode on contact  
with ames or sparks.  
For Successful Stain Removal:  
• Remove stains promptly.  
For best results  
Follow the fabric care label instructions  
on items to be washed.  
• 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  
set stains.  
• Consult care label instructions for treatments to avoid  
on specic fabrics.  
• Check for colorfastness by testing stain remover prod-  
ucts on an inside seam.  
• Rinse and wash items after stain removal.  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
Stain Removal Suggestions  
STAIN  
TREATMENT  
Adhesive tape, chewing  
gum, rubber cement  
Apply ice. Scrape off excess. Place stain face down on paper towels. Saturate with pre-  
wash stain remover or nonammable dry cleaning uid.  
Baby formula, dairy  
products, egg  
Use product containing enzymes to pretreat or soak stains. Soak for 30 minutes or more.  
Wash.  
Beverages (coffee, tea,  
soda, juice, alcoholic  
beverages)  
Pretreat stain. Wash using cold water and bleach safe for fabric.  
Blood  
Rinse with cold water. Rub with bar soap. Or, pretreat or soak with product containing  
enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.  
Candle wax, crayon  
Scrape off surface wax. Place stain face down between paper towels. Press with warm  
iron until wax is absorbed. Replace paper towels frequently. Treat remaining stain with  
prewash stain remover or nonammable dry cleaning uid. Hand wash to remove sol-  
vent. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.  
Chocolate  
Pretreat or soak in warm water using product containing enzymes. Wash using bleach  
safe for fabric.  
Collar or cuff soil, cos-  
metics  
Pretreat with prewash stain remover or rub with bar soap.  
Dye transfer on white  
fabric  
Use packaged color remover. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.  
Grass  
Pretreat or soak in warm water using product containing enzymes. Wash using bleach  
safe for fabric.  
Grease, oil, tar (but-  
ter, fats, salad dressing,  
cooking oils, car grease,  
motor oils)  
Scrape residue from fabric. Pretreat. Wash using hottest water safe for fabric. For heavy  
stains and tar, apply nonammable dry cleaning uid to back of stain. Replace towels  
under stain frequently. 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 nonammable dry cleaning uid.  
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. Pretreat or soak with product containing enzymes.  
Pretreat with prewash stain remover. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.  
Mustard, tomato  
Nail polish  
May be impossible to remove. Place stain face down on paper towels. Apply nail pol-  
ish remover to back of stain. Repeat, replacing paper towels frequently. Do not use on  
acetate fabrics.  
Paint, varnish  
Perspiration  
WATER BASED: Rinse fabric in cool water while stain is wet. Wash. Once paint is dry, it  
cannot be removed. OIL BASED AND VARNISH: Use solvent recommended on can label.  
Rinse thoroughly before washing.  
Use prewash stain remover or rub with bar soap. Rinse. Wash using nonchlorine bleach  
in hottest water safe for fabric.  
Rust, brown or yellow  
discoloration  
Use rust remover safe for fabric. Do not use chlorine bleach because it may intensify  
discoloration.  
Shoe polish  
LIQUID: Pretreat with a paste of powder detergent and water. PASTE: Scrape residue  
from fabric. Pretreat with prewash stain remover or nonammable dry cleaning uid.  
Rinse. Rub detergent into dampened area. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.  
Tomato  
Pretreat with prewash stain remover. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.  
Urine, vomit, mucus,  
feces  
Pretreat or soak in product containing enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.  
Wine  
Pretreat or soak in cold water. Wash in hottest water and bleach safe for fabric  
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CARE AND CLEANING  
Common Washing Problems  
Many washing problems involve poor soil and stain removal, residues of lint and scum, and fabric damage. For satisfactory washing  
results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent Association.  
PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSES  
SOLUTIONS  
PREVENTIVE MEASURES  
Blue stains  
• Undiluted liquid detergent  
or fabric softener dispensed  
directly onto fabric.  
• If caused by detergent, mix 1 cup (240  
ml) white vinegar with 1 quart (.95 L)  
• Add detergent to empty tub. Do not  
pour on dry load.  
water in a plastic container. Soak item 1 • Avoid overlling fabric softener  
hour. Rinse.  
• If caused by fabric softener, rub stains  
with bar soap. Wash.  
compartment of dispenser.  
Discoloration,  
graying  
• Not enough detergent.  
• Wash water temperature too  
low.  
• Rewash with correct amount of deter-  
gent and hottest water safe for fabric.  
• Add bleach safe for fabric.  
• Sort items by soil level and color.  
• Use correct amount of detergent,  
hottest water and bleach safe for  
fabric.  
• Incorrect sorting.  
Greasy, oily  
stains  
• Not enough detergent.  
Treat with prewash stain remover or  
liquid detergent.  
• Use correct amount of detergent  
and hottest water safe for fabric.  
• Do not pour liquid fabric softener  
directly on fabric. See Operating  
Your, step 5.  
• Undiluted liquid fabric soft-  
ener poured directly on fabric. • Increase detergent and water tempera-  
ture. Rewash.  
• Rub fabric softener stains with bar soap.  
Holes, tears, or  
snags  
• Incorrect use of chlorine  
bleach.  
• May be irreversible if rips, tears and  
seams cannot be mended.  
• Never pour chlorine bleach directly  
on fabric.  
• Check condition of items before  
washing. See Operating Your, steps  
2 and 5.  
• Unfastened zippers, hooks,  
buckles.  
• Rips, tears and broken threads.  
• Overloading the washer.  
• Degradation of fabric.  
Lint  
• Incorrect sorting.  
• Reduce load size. Rewash using correct  
water temperature, water level, and  
amount of detergent.  
• See Washing Procedures, steps 1  
and 2.  
• Tissues left in pocket.  
• Overloading the washer.  
• Not enough detergent.  
• Undissolved detergent has left  
a residue resembling lint.  
• Static cling is attracting lint.  
• Load washed too long.  
• Do not overload washer.  
• Add nonprecipitating water conditioner to • Use correct temperature and  
wash water to remove detergent residue.  
• Add liquid fabric softener to nal rinse.  
• Dry load in dryer.  
amount of detergent, water and  
wash time.  
• Remove lint with lint brush or roller.  
Pilling  
• Pilling is normal with synthetic • Use a lint brush or shaver to remove  
• Use fabric softener in the washer to  
lubricate bers.  
• When ironing, use spray starch or  
fabric nish on collars and cuffs.  
Turn items inside out to reduce  
abrasion.  
(Fibers ball up  
and cling to  
fabric.)  
and permanent press fabrics.  
This is due to abrasion from  
normal wear.  
pills.  
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.  
Wrinkling  
• Overloading the washer.  
• Reduce load size.  
• Do not overload washer.  
• Remove items from washer as soon  
as cycle is completed.  
• Incorrect wash cycle for wash • Rinse in cold water with liquid fabric  
load.  
softener using the casual or delicate  
cycle.  
• Use liquid fabric softener.  
Yellow buildup  
of body soil on  
synthetic fabrics  
• Agitation time too short.  
• Wash water temperature too  
low.  
• Soak in detergent booster or product  
containing enzymes.  
• Select correct wash cycle.  
• Use correct amount of detergent.  
• Wash in hottest water safe for fabric us- • Wash synthetics frequently using  
• Not enough detergent.  
ing casual cycle.  
hot or warm water.  
• Increase detergent.  
• Add bleach safe for fabric or treat with  
color remover.  
Yellow or brown  
rust stains  
• Iron or manganese in water  
supply, water pipes, or water  
heater.  
To restore discolored load of whites, use • Use nonprecipitating water softener.  
rust remover safe for fabric.  
• Do not use chlorine bleach to remove  
rust stains. It may intensify discolor-  
ation.  
• Before washing, run hot water for a  
few minutes to clear lines.  
• Drain water heater occasionally.  
• For an ongoing problem, install  
an iron lter in your water supply  
system.  
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CARE AND CLEANING  
Cleaning Instructions  
ÍNOTE  
INSIDE  
• 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.  
• Dry the washer top, the area around the lid opening,  
and the underside of the lid. These areas should always  
be dry before the lid is closed.  
Fabric softener may build up in the dispenser well.  
Residue should be removed once or twice a month.  
• Before cleaning the washer interior, unplug the electri-  
cal power cord to avoid electrical shock hazards.  
• When extremely soiled items have been washed, a dirty  
residue may remain on the tub. Remove this by wiping  
the tub with a nonabrasive household cleanser. Rinse  
thoroughly with water.  
a
• The base plate or tub may become stained from fabric  
dye. Clean these parts with a nonabrasive household  
cleanser. This prevents dye transfer to future loads.  
b
FABRIC SOFTENER DISPENSER  
• Remove the dual 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 ¾ cup  
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 fre-  
quent cleaning is required. Rinse well with tap water.  
• For the dispenser well, use a small brush to clean the  
recesses. Remove all residue.  
• Replace the siphon cap and insert by pressing it in  
place until you hear a slight click.  
Orient correctly  
for reinsertion.  
OUTSIDE  
• When washing is completed, wipe top and sides of  
washer with a damp cloth. Turn water faucets off to  
prevent pressure build-up in the hoses.  
• Clean the cabinet with mild soap and water. Never use  
harsh, gritty or abrasive cleansers  
• If the cabinet becomes stained, clean with diluted  
chlorine bleach (1 part bleach to 8 parts water). Rinse  
several times with clear water.  
• 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 washer, place a strip of cardboard or  
thin berboard under the front leveling legs to prevent  
damage to the oor.  
IMPORTANT  
Do not store or place laundry products on top of washer  
at any time. They can damage the nish or controls.  
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AVOID SERVICE CHECKLIST  
Winterizing Instructions  
IMPORTANT  
If 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:  
Follow WINTERIZING  
INSTRUCTIONS for  
cold weather storage  
and care.  
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 4 gallons (15 L) nontoxic recreational vehicle  
(RV) antifreeze to empty wash tub. Close lid.  
5 Select the rinse & 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 To remove antifreeze from washer after storage,  
run empty washer through a complete cycle using  
detergent. Do not add wash load.  
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AVOID SERVICE CHECKLIST  
Before calling for service, review this list. It may save both time and expense. The list includes common occurrences  
that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this washer.  
OCCURRENCE  
NOISE  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
SOLUTION  
Rattling and clanking  
noise.  
Foreign objects such as coins or safety pins may be  
in tub or pump.  
Stop washer and check drum. If noise continues after washer is  
restarted, objects may be in pump. Call your authorized servicer.  
Belt buckles and metal fasteners are hitting wash  
tub.  
To prevent unnecessary noise and damage to tub, fasten fas-  
teners and turn items inside out.  
Thumping sound.  
Heavy wash loads may produce a thumping sound.  
This is usually normal. If sound continues, washer is  
probably out of balance.  
Stop washer and redistribute wash load.  
Squealing sound or hot  
rubber odor.  
Washer is overloaded.  
Do not overload washer. Stop washer and reduce load.  
Vibrating noise.  
Washer is not resting rmly on oor.  
Move washer so it rests rmly on oor. Adjust leveling legs. See  
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for details.  
Shipping bolt has not been removed during installation.  
Wash load unevenly distributed in tub.  
See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for removing shipping bolt.  
Stop washer and rearrange wash load.  
OPERATING  
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 ts tightly in wall outlet.  
nection may be loose.  
House fuse blown, circuit breaker tripped, or a  
power outage has occurred.  
Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Do not increase fuse  
capacity. If problem is a circuit overload, have it corrected by  
a qualied electrician. If problem is a power outage, call local  
electric company.  
Water supply faucets are not turned on.  
Turn on water supply faucets.  
Motor is overheated. Washer motor will stop if it  
becomes overheated.  
Wait for the motor to cool down before attempting to restart.  
Washer won’t spin.  
Residue left in drum.  
Lid is not completely closed.  
Heavily soiled items.  
Close washer lid. The washer will not operate when the lid is open.  
Wipe tub with a nonabrasive household cleanser, then rinse. Shake  
or brush excess dirt and sand from items before washing  
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AVOID SERVICE CHECKLIST  
OCCURRENCE  
WATER  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
SOLUTION  
Wash load too wet after  
spin.  
Washer is overloaded.  
Do not overload washer. See Washing Procedures.  
Rearrange load to allow proper spinning.  
Straighten drain hose.  
Load is out of balance.  
Drain hose is kinked.  
Water does not enter  
washer or it enters slowly.  
Washer lid is open.  
Close washer lid. The washer will not operate when the lid is open.  
Water supply is not adequate in area.  
Check another faucet in the house. Wait until water supply and  
pressure increase.  
Water supply faucets are not completely open.  
Water is being used elsewhere in the house.  
Fully open hot and cold faucets.  
Water pressure must be at least 10 psi (69 kPa). Avoid running  
water elsewhere while washer is lling.  
Water inlet hoses are kinked.  
Straighten hoses.  
Water level does not  
cover load.  
Improper water level selection (for models with  
water level/load size control).  
Select higher water level/load size.  
Washer is overloaded.  
Do not overload washer.  
Warm or hot water is not  
hot enough.  
Hot water heater is set too low or is a distance  
from washer.  
Measure hot water temperature at nearby faucet with candy  
or meat 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 or drains slowly.  
Drain hose is kinked or clogged.  
Clean and straighten the drain hose.  
Water leaks.  
Loose ll hose connection at faucet or washer.  
House drain pipes are clogged.  
Check and tighten hose connections. Ensure rubber sealing  
washers are installed.  
Unclog drain pipes. Contact plumber if necessary.  
Incorrect wash and rinse  
temperatures.  
Hot and cold water hoses are connected to wrong  
supply faucets.  
Connect hot water hose to hot water faucet and cold water  
hose to cold water faucet.  
Water is entering washer  
but tub does not ll.  
Drain hose standpipe is incorrect height.  
Standpipe must be a minimum of 33” (83.82 cm) high to pre-  
vent siphoning. See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.  
Water is present in tub after Lid lock malfunction.  
wash cycle is complete.  
Do not bypass lid lock. Call your authorized servicer.  
The drain and spin cycles  
did not occur.  
Lid lock malfunction.  
Do not bypass lid lock. Call your authorized servicer.  
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MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY INFORMATION  
For the applicable warranty period as set forth below, as measured from your original date of purchase, Electrolux will repair or  
replace 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.  
Warranty Periods:  
• All parts — One year including labor  
• Wash tub — Functional life of the product (excluding labor)  
• Wash tub drive motor, non-cosmetic defects — Ten years (excluding labor)  
Exclusions  
This warranty does not cover the following:  
1. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed, altered or cannot be readily determined.  
2. Product that has been transferred from its original owner to another party or removed outside the USA or Canada.  
3. Rust on the interior or exterior of the unit.  
4. Products purchased “as-is” are not covered by this warranty.  
5. Food loss due to any refrigerator or freezer failures.  
6. Products used in a commercial setting.  
7. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in materials or workmanship, or for appliances not in ordinary  
household use or used other than in accordance with the provided instructions.  
8. Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance or to instruct you how to use your appliance.  
9. 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 is shipped from the factory.  
10. Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air lters, water lters, other consumables, or knobs, handles, or other  
cosmetic parts.  
11. Surcharges including, but not limited to, any after hour, weekend, or holiday service calls, tolls, ferry trip charges, or mileage  
expense for service calls to remote areas, including the state of Alaska.  
12. Damages to the nish of appliance or home incurred during installation, including but not limited to oors, cabinets, walls, etc.  
13. 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, res, 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 WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR  
A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW, BUT NOT LESS THAN ONE  
YEAR. ELECTROLUX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND  
INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY.  
SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,  
OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THESE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO  
YOU. THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM  
STATE TO STATE.  
IF YOU NEED SERVICE  
Keep your receipt, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record to establish the warranty period should service be  
required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts. Service under this warranty must be  
obtained by contacting Electrolux at the addresses or phone numbers below.  
This warranty only applies in the USA and Canada. In the USA, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Major Appliances North  
America, a division of Electrolux Home Products, Inc. In Canada, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Canada Corp. Electrolux  
authorizes no person to change or add to any obligations under this warranty. Obligations for service and parts under this warranty  
must be performed by Electrolux or an authorized service company. Product features or specications as described or illustrated are  
subject to change without notice.  
USA  
Canada  
1.800.265.8352  
Electrolux Canada Corp.  
5855 Terry Fox Way  
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada  
L5V 3E4  
1.800.944.9044  
Electrolux Major Appliances  
10200 David Taylor Drive  
Charlotte, NC 28262  
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