Frigidaire Washer 131843000C User Manual

FRIGIDAIRE  
Owner's Guide  
Versiónenespañol.................................................2  
Product Registration.......................................... 2  
Important Safety Instructions............................. 2-3  
Washing Procedures ......................................... 4-6  
Stain Removal................................................... 6-7  
Common Washing Problems............................. 8  
Care and Cleaning............................................ 9  
Avoid Service Checklist ..................................... 10-11  
Warranty and Service ........................................ 12-14  
WASHER  
P/N 131843000C (0407)  
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Prevent Injury  
Important Safety  
To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during operation, the  
Instructions (continued)  
washer must be installed and electrically grounded by a qualified service person in  
accordance with local codes. Installation instructions are packed in the washer for  
installer'sreference.RefertoINSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONSfordetailedgrounding  
procedures.Ifthewasherismovedtoanewlocation,haveitcheckedandreinstalled  
by a qualified service person.  
Avoid fire hazard or  
electrical shock. Do not use an  
adaptor plug or extension cord or  
remove grounding prong from  
electrical power cord. Failure to  
followthiswarningcancauseserious  
injury, fire or death.  
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  
groundthewashertoagaspipe.Donotuseanextensioncordoranadaptor  
plug.  
Follow package directions when using laundry products. Incorrect  
usage can produce poisonous gas--resulting in serious injury or death.  
Donot combinelaundryproductsforusein1loadunlessspecifiedonthelabel.  
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 authorized servicer  
unless specifically recommended in this Owner's Guide. Use only authorized  
factoryparts.  
Do not tamper with controls.  
Do not install or store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather.  
CORRECT  
Use this way ONLY  
ALWAYS disconnect the washer from the electrical supply before  
attempting any service or cleaning. Failure to do so can result in electrical shock or  
injury.  
Do not use or mix  
liquid chlorine bleach with other  
household chemicals such as toilet  
cleaners, rust removers, acid or  
productscontainingammonia.These  
mixtures can produce dangerous  
fumeswhichcancauseseriousinjury  
or death.  
To prevent injury, do not reach into the washer while parts are  
moving. Beforeloading, unloadingoraddingitems, pushinthecycleselectorknob  
and allow the tub to coast to a complete stop before reaching inside.  
Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.  
Thiswasherisequippedwithanelectricaloverloadprotector.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.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
Note: The instructions appearing in this  
Owner's Guide are not meant to cover  
every possible condition and situation  
that may occur. Common sense and  
caution must be practiced when  
installing, operating and maintaining  
any appliance.  
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Follow the guidelines below for preparing the wash load.  
Washing Procedures  
Read the Operating Instructions card for operating your specific model.  
Always read and follow fabric care and laundry product labels.  
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons, read  
Important Safety Instructions, pages 2-3, before operating this washer.  
1. Sort laundry into loads that can be washed together.  
Sort items by recommended water temperatures, wash time, and agitate/spin  
speeds.  
Separatewhite,light,andcolorfastitemsfromdarkandnoncolorfastitems.  
Separate items which shed lint from items which attract lint. Permanent  
press, synthetic, knit and corduroy items will pick up lint from towels, rugs  
and chenille bedspreads.  
Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled items.  
Separate lacy, sheer and loosely knit items from sturdy items.  
Sortlaundryintoloadsthatcanbe  
washedtogether.  
2. Prepare items for washing.  
Empty pockets.  
Brush off lint and dirt. Shake out rugs and beach towels.  
Closezippers,fastenhooks,tiestringsandsashes,andremovenonwashable  
trims and ornaments.  
Remove 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.  
Emptypockets.  
3. Pretreat stains and heavy soil.  
See Stain Removal, pages 6-7, for details.  
4. Add a measured amount of detergent to the wash tub  
before adding the laundry load.  
Follow detergent manufacturer's directions. The amount required depends on  
type of detergent, load size and soil level, and water hardness.  
5. Ifdesired,addliquidbleachtoBleachDispenser(somemodels).  
Before adding the wash load, add liquid bleach to bleach dispenser located  
in left front corner under the lid:  
Placedelicateitemsinameshbag.  
3/4 cup (180 ml) for small loads  
1 cup (240 ml) for large loads  
1-1/4 cups (300 ml) for extra-large loads.  
Then add 1 cup (240 ml) water to flush the dispenser.  
Do not use powdered bleach in the bleach dispenser.  
Formodelswithoutableachdispenser,dilutetherecommendedamountof  
liquid chlorine bleach in 1 quart (.95 L) water. Add it to wash water after  
a few minutes of agitation. Do not pour bleach directly on wash load.  
BleachDispenser(somemodels)  
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6. Add laundry load to washer.  
Washing Procedures  
Dry load level should not be higher than top row of holes in wash tub.  
(continued)  
Do not overload washer.  
Do not put items on top of agitator or wrap them around it. Load items  
evenly.  
Combine large and small items in a load. Load large items first. 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.  
Donotloaditemsabove  
toprowofholesinwashtub.  
7. If desired, add liquid fabric softener to Fabric Softener  
Dispenser (some models).  
For models with a built-in dispenser (see picture to the left):  
1. Addliquidsoftenertothedispenser,followingfabricsoftenerlabeldirections.  
2. Add water to bring liquid level to fill line on dispenser cap.  
3. Remove the dispenser from the agitator after each use. Rinse both cap and  
cup with warm water. Replace dispenser in the agitator.  
NOTE:Toseparatecapfromcup,putthumbintodispenserandpushagainstside  
ofcup(seepicturetotheleft). Aftercleaning, pushcapandcupfirmlytogether.  
Replacedispenserbylininguptheribsandgroovesandsnappingitintoposition.  
Built-InFabricSoftenerDispenser  
(somemodels)  
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. Attachfabricsoftenerdispensertotopofagitatorbypressingdowngently.  
2. Add softener to the dispenser, following fabric softener label directions.  
3. Add water to bring liquid level to top of the peg in the center of the cup.  
4. Remove the dispenser from the agitator after each use. Rinse both lid and  
bowl thoroughly with warm water. Reassemble and place dispenser on  
agitator or store it nearby.  
Formodelswithoutafabricsoftenerdispenser,followfabricsoftenerlabel  
directions. Add diluted fabric softener to the final rinse. Do not pour fabric  
softener directly on the wash load.  
Built-InFabricSoftenerDispenser  
(somemodels)  
8. Set cycle selector knob and washer controls according to  
type, size, and soil level of each load, and detergent used.  
See Operating Instructions card for your specific model controls.  
RemovableFabricSoftenerDispenser  
(somemodels)  
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9. Start the washer.  
Washing Procedures  
Close the washer lid and pull out the cycle selector knob. Washer will fill and  
agitate with the lid open. The tub will not spin unless the lid is closed.  
(continued)  
To stop the washer, push in the cycle selector knob.  
Donotstopandrestartwasherduringaspinwhenusingthefabricsoftener  
dispenser.  
To change a cycle, push in the cycle selector knob. Turn it clockwise to the  
desired setting. Pull out the knob to restart the washer.  
10.Remove items when the cycle is completed.  
For your safety, the lid locks when the tub is spinning. It will remain locked for  
about 1 minute after the tub stops spinning.  
Toopenthelidduringaspin, pushinthecycleselectorknobandwaitabout  
1 minute for the lid lock to release. Do not force open the locked lid.  
Place washed items in automatic dryer, line dry, or dry flat as directed by fabric  
care label. Excess wrinkling, color transfer or odors may develop in items left in  
the washer after the cycle has ended.  
To avoid serious personal injury, do not operate washer if safety lid  
lock is missing or damaged.  
Safe Stain Removal Procedures  
Stain Removal  
To reduce the risk of fire or 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 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.  
Donotcombinestainremovalproducts.  
Never use highly flammable solvents, such as gasoline, 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 recommended treatment in the  
stain removal chart on the next page.  
To pretreat stains, use a prewash product, liquid detergent, or a paste made  
from granular detergent and water.  
Use cold water on unknown stains because hot water can set stains.  
Check care label instructions for treatments to avoid on specific fabrics.  
Check for colorfastness by testing stain remover on an inside seam.  
Rinse and wash items after stain removal.  
Followfabriccarelabelinstructions.  
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STAIN  
                                                 
                                                 
                                                   
                                                   
                                                     
                                                     
                                                       
                                                       
                                                          
                                                          
                                                            
                                                            
                                                               
                                                               
                                                                 
                                                                 
                                                                    
                                                                    
Stain Removal  
TREATMENT  
Apply ice. Scrape off excess. Place stain face down on paper towels. Saturate with prewash stain remover or  
nonflammable dry cleaning fluid.  
Adhesive tape, chewing  
gum, rubber cement  
Use product containing enzymes to pretreat or soak stains. Soak for 30 minutes or more. Wash.  
Pretreat stain. Wash using cold water and bleach safe for fabric.  
Baby formula, dairy  
products, egg  
Beverages (coffee, tea,  
soda,  
juice, alcoholic beverages)  
Rinse with cold water. Rub with bar soap. Or, pretreat or soak with product containing enzymes. Wash using  
bleach safe for fabric.  
Blood  
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 nonflammable dry cleaning  
fluid. Hand wash to remove solvent. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.  
Candle wax, crayon  
Pretreat or soak in warm water using product containing enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.  
Pretreat with prewash stain remover or rub with bar soap.  
Chocolate  
Collar or cuff soil, cosmetics  
Use packaged color remover. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.  
Dye transfer on white  
fabric  
Pretreat or soak in warm water using product containing enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.  
Grass  
Scrape residue from fabric. Pretreat. Wash using hottest 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.  
Grease, oil, tar (butter, fats,  
salad dressing, cooking oils,  
car grease, motor oils)  
Some inks may be impossible to remove. Washing may set some inks. Use prewash stain remover, denatured  
alcohol or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid.  
Ink  
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.  
Mildew, scorch  
Brush off dry mud. Pretreat or soak with product containing enzymes.  
Pretreat with prewash stain remover. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.  
Mud  
Mustard, tomato  
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.  
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.  
Paint, varnish  
Perspiration  
Use prewash stain remover or rub with bar soap. Rinse. Wash using nonchlorine bleach in hottest water safe for  
fabric.  
For spots, use rust remover safe for fabric. For discoloration of an entire load, use nonchlorine bleach. Do not use  
chlorine bleach because it may intensify discoloration.  
Rust, brown or yellow  
discoloration  
LIQUID: Pretreat with a paste of granular detergent and water. PASTE: Scrape residue from fabric. Pretreat with  
prewash stain remover or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid. Rinse. Rub detergent into dampened area. Wash using  
bleach safe for fabric.  
Shoe polish  
Pretreat or soak in product containing enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.  
Urine, vomit, mucus, feces  
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Common Washing Problems  
Manywashingproblemsinvolvepoorsoilandstainremoval,residuesoflintandscum,andfabricdamage.Forsatisfactorywashing  
results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent Association.  
SOLUTIONS  
PREVENTIVE MEASURES  
PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSES  
•Add detergent before wash load. Then  
start washer.  
Blue stains  
•Detergent or liquid fabric softener  
did not dissolve or disperse.  
•If caused by detergent, mix 1 cup (240 ml)  
white vinegar with 1 quart (.95 L) water  
in a plastic container. Soak item 1 hour.  
Rinse.  
•Dilute fabric softener with water.  
•If caused by fabric softener, rub stains  
with bar soap. Wash.  
•Sort items by soil level and color.  
•Use correct amount of detergent, hottest  
water and bleach safe for fabric.  
Discoloration,  
graying  
•Not enough detergent.  
•Wash water temperature too low.  
•Incorrect sorting.  
•Rewash with correct amount of  
detergent and hottest water safe for  
fabric. Add bleach safe for fabric.  
•Use correct amount of detergent and  
hottest water safe for fabric.  
Do not pour liquid fabric softener  
directly on fabric. See package directions  
or Washing Procedures for proper  
diluting.  
Greasy, oily stains  
•Not enough detergent.  
•Undiluted liquid fabric softener  
poured directly on fabric.  
•Treat with prewash stain remover or  
liquid detergent.  
•Increase detergent and water  
temperature. Rewash.  
•Rub fabric softener stains with bar soap.  
•Never pour chlorine bleach directly on  
fabric.  
•Check condition of items before washing.  
See Washing Procedures for preparing  
and loading the wash load.  
Holes, tears, or  
snags  
•Incorrect use of chlorine bleach.  
•Unfastened zippers, hooks,  
buckles.  
•Rips, tears and broken threads.  
•Overloading the washer.  
•Degradation of fabric.  
•May be irreversible if rips, tears and seams  
cannot be mended.  
•See Washing Procedures for sorting and  
preparing the wash load.  
•Do not overload washer.  
•Use correct amount of detergent, water  
temperature and water level.  
Lint  
•Incorrect sorting.  
•Reduce load size. Rewash using correct  
water temperature, water level, and  
amount of detergent.  
•Add nonprecipitating water conditioner  
to wash water.  
• Add liquid fabric softener to final rinse.  
•Dry load in dryer.  
•Remove lint with lint brush or roller.  
•Tissues left in pocket.  
•Overloading the washer.  
•Not enough detergent.  
•Undissolved detergent has left  
residue.  
•Static cling is attracting lint.  
•Load washed too long.  
•Use fabric softener in the washer to  
lubricate fibers.  
•When ironing, use spray starch or fabric  
finish on collars and cuffs.  
Pilling  
•Pilling is normal with synthetic and  
permanent press fabrics. This is due  
to abrasion from normal wear.  
•Use a lint brush or shaver to remove pills.  
(Fibers break off,  
ball up and cling to  
fabric)  
•Turn items inside out to reduce abrasion.  
•Increase water temperature using hottest  
water safe for fabric.  
•Do not overload washer.  
•Use liquid detergent or use nonprecipitating  
water conditioner with nonphosphate  
granular detergent.  
Residue or powder  
on dark items;  
Stiff, harsh fabrics.  
•Undissolved detergent.  
•Reduce load size.  
•Add dissolved detergent to tub . Rewash  
load.  
•Mix 1 cup (240 ml) white vinegar to 1  
gallon (3.8 L) warm water in plastic  
container. Soak item. Rinse and rewash.  
•Some nonphosphate granular  
detergents can combine with hard  
water minerals to form a residue.  
•Do not overload washer.  
•Remove items from washer as soon as cycle  
is completed.  
Wrinkling  
•Overloading the washer.  
•Reduce load size.  
•Rinse in cold water with liquid fabric  
softener.  
•Use liquid fabric softener.  
•Wash synthetics frequently using water at  
least 100°F (37°C ) and correct water level.  
Yellow buildup of  
body soil on  
synthetic fabrics  
•Agitation time too short.  
•Wash water temperature too low.  
•Not enough detergent.  
•Soak in detergent booster or product  
containing enzymes.  
•Wash in hot water (120°F/49°C) using full  
permanent press cycle. Increase  
detergent.  
Add bleach safe for fabric.  
•Or, treat with color remover.  
•Use nonprecipitating water softener.  
•Before washing, run hot water for a few  
minutes to clear lines.  
•Drain water heater occasionally.  
•For an ongoing problem, install an iron filter  
in your water supply system.  
Yellow or brown  
rust stains  
•Iron or manganese in water supply, •To restore discolored load of whites, use  
water pipes, or water heater.  
rust remover safe for fabric.  
Do not use chlorine bleach to remove  
rust stains. It may intensify  
discoloration.  
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Inside  
Care and Cleaning  
Removeitemsfromthewasherassoonasthecycleends.Excesswrinkling,color  
transfer, and odors may develop in items left in the washer.  
Use care with laundry  
products. They can damage finish on  
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.  
Beforecleaningthewasherinterior,unplugtheelectricalpowercordtoavoid  
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.  
Rinsethoroughlywithwater.  
The agitator or tub may become stained from fabric dye. Clean these parts with  
a nonabrasive household cleanser. This prevents dye transfer to future loads.  
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.  
Asneeded,cleanthecabinetwithmildsoapandwater. Neveruseharsh,gritty  
orabrasivecleansers.Iftoporlidbecomesstained,cleanwithdilutedchlorine  
bleach [1/2 cup (120 ml) in 1 quart (.95 L) 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 the tape or label.  
Beforemovingthewasher,placeastripofcardboardorthinfiberboardunder  
the front leveling legs to prevent floor damage.  
WinterizingInstructions  
If the washer is stored in an area where freezing can occur or moved in freezing  
temperatures,followthesewinterizinginstructionstopreventdamagetothewasher:  
1. Turn off water supply faucets.  
FollowWinterizing  
Instructions for cold  
weather care.  
2. Disconnect hoses from water supply and drain water from hoses.  
3. Plug electrical cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet.  
4. Add 1 gallon nontoxic recreational vehicle (RV) antifreeze to empty wash tub.  
Close lid.  
5. Set cycle selector knob at a spin setting. Pull out knob and let washer spin for  
1 minute to drain out all water. Not all of the RV antifreeze will be expelled.  
6. Push in knob, unplug electrical power cord, dry tub interior, and close 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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Before calling for service, review this list. It may save both time and expense. The list includes  
common concerns that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this washer.  
Avoid Service  
Checklist  
OCCURRENCE  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
SOLUTION  
NOISE  
A certain amount of "clunking" or gear  
sounds are normal in a heavy-duty  
washer.  
"Clunking"or  
gear sounds.  
This is normal.  
Foreign objects such as coins or safety  
pins may be in tub or pump.  
Rattling and clanking  
noise.  
Stop washer and check tub. 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 fasteners and turn items inside out.  
Washer is overloaded.  
Squealing sound or hot  
rubber odor.  
Do not overload washer. Stop washer and reduce  
load.  
Heavy wash loads may produce a  
thumping sound.  
Thumping sound.  
This is usually normal. If sound continues, washer is  
probably out of balance. Stop washer and redistribute  
wash load.  
Washer is not resting firmly on floor.  
Vibrating noise.  
Move washer so it rests firmly on floor. Adjust leveling  
legs. See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for details.  
Shipping bolt and block have not been  
removed during installation.  
See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for removing  
shipping bolt and block.  
Wash load unevenly distributed in tub.  
Stop washer and rearrange wash load.  
Make sure plug fits tightly in wall outlet.  
OPERATING  
Electrical power cord may not be plugged  
in or connection may be loose.  
Washer does not start.  
Housefuseblown, circuitbreakertripped,  
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 qualified electrician. If problem is a  
power outage, call local electric company.  
Water supply faucets are not turned on.  
Cycle selector is not in correct position.  
Motor is overheated.  
Turn on water supply faucets.  
Move indicator clockwise slightly. Pull out knob.  
Washer motor will stop if it becomes overheated. It  
will automatically restart after a cool down period of  
up to 30 minutes (if washer has not been manually  
turned off).  
Lid is not completely closed.  
Heavily soiled items.  
Washer won't spin.  
Residue left in tub.  
Close lid completely.  
Wipe tub with a nonabrasive household cleanser, then  
rinse. Shake or brush excess dirt and sand from items  
before washing.  
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POSSIBLE CAUSE  
SOLUTION  
OCCURRENCE  
WATER  
Do not overload washer. See Washing  
Procedures.  
Wash load too wet after  
spin.  
Washer is overloaded.  
Load is out of balance.  
Rearrange load to allow proper spinning.  
Straighten drain hose.  
Drain hose is kinked.  
Water supply is not adequate in area.  
Check another faucet in the house. Wait until  
water supply and pressure increase.  
Water does not enter  
washer or it enters  
slowly.  
Water supply faucets are not completely  
open.  
Fully open hot and cold faucets.  
Water is being used elsewhere in the house.  
Water pressure must be at least 30 psi (260 kPa).  
Avoid running water elsewhere while washer is  
filling.  
Water inlet hoses are kinked.  
Straighten hoses.  
Improper water level selection (for models  
with  
water level/load size control).  
Select higher water level/load size.  
Water level does not  
cover load.  
Washer is overloaded.  
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.  
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 130°F (70°C).  
Adjust water heater as necessary.  
Warm or hot water is not  
hot enough.  
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 cleaning. If problem persists,  
your hot water system may be unable to support  
more than 1 use at a time.  
Drain hose is kinked or clogged.  
Clean and straighten the drain hose.  
Water in washer does not  
drain or drains slowly.  
Fill hose connection at faucet or washer.  
Check and tighten hose connections. Install rubber  
sealing washers provided.  
Water leaks.  
House drain pipes are clogged.  
Oversudsing.  
Unclog drain pipes. Contact plumber if necessary.  
Use less detergent.  
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.  
Incorrect wash and rinse  
temperatures.  
Drain hose standpipe is incorrect height.  
Standpipe must be a minimum of 33" (83.82 cm)  
high to prevent siphoning. See INSTALLATION  
INSTRUCTIONS.  
Water is entering washer  
but tub does not fill.  
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FRIGIDAIRE TOP LOAD WASHER WARRANTY  
Your Frigidaire product is protected by this warranty  
WARRANTY  
PERIOD  
FRIGIDAIRE,THROUGHITSAUTHORIZED  
SERVICERS, WILL:  
THECONSUMERWILLBE  
RESPONSIBLEFOR:  
FULLONE-YEAR  
WARRANTY  
One year from original Payallcostsforrepairingorreplacinganypartsofthisappliance Costs of service calls that are listed under NORMAL  
purchase date. which prove to be defective in materials or workmanship. RESPONSIBILITIESOFTHECONSUMER.*  
LIMITED 2ND - 5TH  
YEARWARRANTY  
Second through fifth years Provide a replacement for a defective or malfunctioning part Costs for labor and replacement parts other than  
fromoriginalpurchasedate. found in the washer transmission (illustrated below). defective transmission parts.  
FULL25-YEAR  
25 years from original Provide a replacement and in-home service labor, without Costs of service calls that are listed under NORMAL  
INNERWASHBASKET  
WARRANTY  
purchase date.  
charge,foraninnerwashbasket(illustratedbelow)thatbreaks RESPONSIBILITIESOFTHECONSUMER.*  
due to defective materials or workmanship.  
(ExcludingAlaska)  
LIMITEDWARRANTY  
(Applicable to the State  
ofAlaska)  
Time periods listed above.  
Alloftheprovisionsofthefullandlimitedwarrantiesaboveand Costsofthetechnician'straveltothehomeandanycosts  
the exclusions listed below apply.  
for pick up and delivery of the appliance required  
because of service.  
Your appliance is warranted by Frigidaire Home Products, a division of White Consolidated Industries, Inc. We authorize no person to change or add to  
any of our obligations under this warranty. Our obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by Frigidaire or an authorized  
Frigidaire servicer.  
This warranty applies only to products in ordinary household use, and the consumer is responsible for the items listed  
below:  
*NORMAL  
RESPONSIBILITIES  
OF THE CONSUMER  
1. Proper use of the appliance in accordance with instructions provided with the product.  
2. Proper installation by an authorized servicer in accordance with instructions provided with the appliance and in accordance  
with all local plumbing, electrical and/or gas codes.  
3. Proper connection to a grounded power supply of sufficient voltage, replacement 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).  
EXCLUSIONS  
This warranty does not cover the following:  
1. CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM  
ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY.  
Note: Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this limitation or exclusion  
may not apply to you.  
2. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in workmanship or material, or for appliances not in ordinary household  
use. The consumer shall pay for such service calls.  
3. Damages caused by services performed by servicers other than Frigidaire or its authorized servicers; use of parts other than  
genuine Frigidaire Home Products parts; obtained from persons other than such servicers; or external causes such as abuse,  
misuse, inadequate power supply or acts of God.  
4. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed or altered and cannot be readily determined.  
IF YOU NEED  
SERVICE  
Keep your bill of sale, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record. The date on the bill establishes the warranty period  
should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts. This written warranty  
gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from state to state. Service under this warranty must be  
obtained by contacting Frigidaire Home Products:  
800 • 944 • 9044  
Frigidaire Home Products  
P.O. Box 212378  
Augusta, GA 30917  
Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice. All warranties are made by White  
Consolidated Industries, Inc. This warranty applies only in the 50 states of the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico.  
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To avoid unnecessary cost and inconvenience, make a few simple checks before  
calling for service. Common occurrences and their solutions can be found in the  
Avoid Service Checklist. Be sure you have followed the instructions in this manual.  
Service Information  
(Canada)  
If you are unable to locate the cause of a problem, call for service. Insist on factory  
service by an authorized ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS PARTS AND SERVICE  
depot.  
ELECTROLUXHOMEPRODUCTSPARTSANDSERVICE  
All Frigidaire appliances are backed by ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS PARTS  
AND SERVICE, one of Canada's largest parts and service networks.  
The Frigidaire reputation means you can enjoy complete professional service from  
one of our hundreds of trained technicians across the country. Ask your Frigidaire  
dealer for details about the Extended Service Plan offered by ELECTROLUXHOME  
PRODUCTS PARTS AND SERVICE to all purchasers of Frigidaire appliances in  
Canada.  
ELECTROLUXHOMEPRODUCTSCANADA  
6150 McLaughlin Road, Unit#1  
Mississauga,Ontario  
L5R 4C2  
Tel.:  
Fax:  
(905)568-3433  
(905)568-3542  
Place the name, address and telephone number of your service depot in the  
spaces below.  
Productandfeaturespecificationsasdescribedorillustratedaresubjectto  
change without notice.  
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WARRANTY (CANADA)  
AUTOMATIC WASHERS AND DRYERS  
WARRANTOR:  
Forserviceunderthiswarranty,contactyourlocaldealer/  
retailer,authorizedELECTROLUX HOMEPRODUCTSPARTSAND  
SERVICE depot, or:  
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS CANADA  
6150 McLaughlin Road, Unit#1  
Mississauga,Ontario  
L5R 4C2  
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS CANADA  
6150 McLaughlin Road, Unit#1  
Mississauga,Ontario  
L5R 4C2  
Tel.:  
Fax:  
(905)568-3433  
(905)568-3542  
WARRANTOR WILL THROUGH ITS AUTHORIZED  
SERVICEDEPOT:  
WARRANTYPERIOD:  
Forthefirst yearafterpurchasebytheoriginalconsumer/  
owner:  
Pay all costs to repair or replace any defective parts.  
For twenty five years after purchase by the original  
consumer/owner:  
Payallcosts ofadefectivepolypropylenewasherbasket.  
Top load automatic washers only: transmission for the  
secondthroughfifthyearafterpurchasebytheoriginal  
consumer/owner:  
Pay all costs (excluding labour to install) to replace any  
defective transmission parts.  
WARRANTYAPPLIESTO:  
a) Products purchased and installed in Canada for personal single family household use.  
b) Defects resulting or arising out of the manufacturing process.  
c) Products bearing legible manufacturer's model and serial numbers.  
d) Replacement parts only for the remainder of the original warranty.  
WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO:  
a) Transportationdamage.  
b) Supply and replacement of porcelain, fuses, glass and light bulbs.  
c) PartsandservicesuppliedorobtainedfromotherthanELECTROLUX HOMEPRODUCTSPARTSAND SERVICEorELECTROLUX  
HOME PRODUCTS PARTS AND SERVICE authorized depots.  
d) Damage or failure as the result of abuse, improper or commercial use.  
CONSUMER/OWNERRESPONSIBILITY:  
a) Toprovideproofoftheoriginaldateofpurchasebymeansofabillofsaleorpaymentrecordverifyingpurchasedate.  
b) To pay all costs to make the appliance readily accessible for service.  
c) To ensure proper power supply and connection of the appliance to same.  
d) Proper installation, control setting and care of finish.  
Thiswarrantyisinadditiontoanystatutorywarrantiescontainedinanyapplicablelegislation. Thetermsandconditions  
of this warranty are not intended to exclude or limit your rights under those statutes. The warrantor however reserves  
therighttochargetransportationandtravellingcostsfordistancesinexcessof48kilometres(30miles)fromthenearest  
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS PARTS AND SERVICE authorized service depot.  
This warranty plus the statutory warranties mentioned are the only warranties given to the consumer/owner for this  
product.  
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