Frigidaire FFLE1011MW0 Use & Care Manual page 20

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 laundry center.
OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Rattling and clanking Foreign objects such as coins or safety pins may be Stop washer and check drum. If noise continues after washer is
noise, in drum or pump. restarted, objects may be in pump. Call your authorized servicer.
Thumping sound.
Squealing sound or hot
rubber odor.
Vibrating noise.
Belt buckles and metal fasteners are hitting wash
drum.
To prevent unnecessary noise and damage to tub, fasten fas-
teners and turn items inside out.
Heavy wash loads may produce a thumping sound. Stop washer and redistribute wash load.
This is usually normal. If sound continues, washer is
probably out of balance.
Washer is overloaded.
Do not overload washer. Stop washer and reduce load.
Washer is not resting firmly on floor. Move washer so it rests firmly on floor. Adjust leveling legs. See
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for details.
Shipping bolt has not been removed during installation. See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for removing shipping bolt.
Wash load unevenly distributed in tub. Stop washer and rearrange wash load.
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 fits tightly in wall outlet.
nection may be loose.
House fuse blown, circuit breaker tripped, or a Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Do not increase fuse
power outage has occurred, 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. Turn on water supply faucets.
Motor is overheated. Washer motor will stop if it Wait for the motor to cool down before attempting to restart.
becomes overheated.
Washer won't spin. Lid is not completely closed. Close washer lid. The washer will not operate when the lid is open.
Residue left in drum. Heavily soiled items. Wipe drum with a nonabrasive household cleanser, then rinse.
Shake or brush excess dirt and sand from items before washing
Dryer does not start. Electrical power cord is not securely plugged in or Make sure the plug fits tightly in wall outlet.
plug may be loose.
House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped. Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.
Make sure electrical line is not overloaded.
Thermal limiter tripped. Call authorized service person for replacement.
Dryer runs but won't There are 2 house fuses in the dryer circuit. If 1 of the Replace fuse.
heat. 2 fuses is blown, the drum may turn but the heater will
not operate. (electric models)
Gas supply valve is not open (gas models). Check to make sure supply valve is open. See INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS for procedure.
Dryer does not have enough air supply to support See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
the burner flame (gas models).
LP gas supply tank is empty or there has been a util- Refill or replace tank. Dryer should heat when utility service is
ity interruption of natural gas (gas models), restored.
Drying cycle takes too Lint filter is clogged with lint. Make sure all lint has been removed from the dryer lint filter
long, outside of the dryer before starting each cycle.
feels too hot or smells
hot. Exhaust duct requirements have not been met. Exhaust duct must be at least 4 inches in diameter and made of
rigid or semi-rigid metal.
When in place, the duct must have no more than four 90 ° bends and
must not exceed length listed in INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
Drying time will be 20% longer than drying on a 240 volt circuit.
See "Operating Instructions."
Clean out any obstruction.
Electric dryer is connected to a 208 volt circuit.
Drying procedures have not been followed.
Outside exhaust hood or exhaust duct may be
clogged or restricted.
High humidity. Use a dehumidifier near the dryer.