Frigidaire FAFS4073NA0 Use & Care Manual

Frigidaire FAFS4073NA0 Use & Care Manual

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  • Page 1 USA 1-800-944-9044 www.frigidaire.ca Canada 1-800-265-8352...
  • Page 2: Recognize Safety Symbols, Words And Labels

    Product Record Record Your Model and Serial Numbers The model and serial numbers of your washer are found Please read all instructions before using this washer. on the washer serial plate located on the inside of the door. Record and retain these numbers. Recognize safety symbols,...
  • Page 3: Prevent Fire

    To reduce the risk of fire, 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...
  • Page 4 PREVENT INJURY PREVENT INJURY AND DAHAGE TO THE APPLIANCE o To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during To prevent serious personal injury and damage to the washer: operation, the laundry center must be installed and electrically grounded by a qualified service person in •...
  • Page 5 LCD Display Cycle Selector Control Lock Laundry Product Drum Light* Dispenser Drawer Door Latch with Safety Lock Door Strik inner glass with small article redistribution ramp Vent Latch Stainless Steel Wash Drum Adjustable Cascading Wash Vanes Leveling Legs As an ENERGY STAR_ Partner, Electrolux Major Appliances has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR_ guidelines for energy efficiency.
  • Page 6: Normal Operating Sounds

    Normal Operating Sounds You may or may not hear the following sounds from your new washer: A. DRAIN HOSE The washer has a flexible drain hose to carry water from the washer to the stand pipe of your home. You will hear water flowing into your stand pipe.
  • Page 7: Your Washer

    Operating Your Washer - Place delicate and small items such as bras, hosiery and baby socks in a mesh bag. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS in this Use and Care Guide before operating your washer. Sort laundry into loads that can /ii_iilPi_ _iilY ¸_...
  • Page 8 Operating Your Washer, continued Add laundry products to the dispenser. Use a low-sudsing, high efficiency detergent to For best results prevent oversudsing in front load washers. Look for this symbol on the detergent label: G_ Detergent, liquid chlorine bleach and liquid fabric softener will be dispensed at the proper times in the cycle.
  • Page 9: Operating Your Washer

    Operating Your Washer, continued Other Wash Products Liquid Chlorine Bleach z_ * Water conditioner, detergent booster and enzyme * If desired, add liquid chlorine bleach to the cham- products may be added with the detergent. ber labeled "Liquid Bleach" and marked with this symbol: z_.
  • Page 10 Operating Your Washer, continued when the buttons are pressed. To change the set- tings or options, press pause, make the new selec- Select the appropriate cycle and settings for tions and press START again. the load, To change the cycle once the cycle has begun, - Turn the cycle selector knob in either direction to press cancel, select a new cycle, and press select the cycle desired.
  • Page 11: Cycle Selection

    options norma[ casual quick whites wash sanitize _ max sta_ bedding _ high • nea dea_ warm . medium - normal heavy e_er_y start _aw_ duty fresh CO[Q wa_er _ no spin _ extra _ Hnse sanitize clean Light dea_ washer cancel START...
  • Page 12 Cycle Selection, continued rinse & spin (on select models) Select rinse & spin for loads that need a cold water rinse or to add fabric softener that may have been Only sanitizing cycles have been designed to meet the omitted in a regular cycle. Add the fabric softener requirements of NSF P172 protocol for sanitization to the dispenser chamber, Select the spin speed efficacy,...
  • Page 13 Specialty Cycle Selection normal casua{ quick whites wash heavy duty bedding sanitize Specialty Cycles (on select models) Turn the cycle selector to specialty cycles to access additional custom cycles. Scroll through the cycles by pressing the outer buttons under the LCD screen. pet beds jeans Wash an entire load of denim jeans with the Jeans...
  • Page 14: Cycle Settings

    Cycle Settings Follow the fabric care label instructions For best results Only sanitizing cycles have been designed to meet the on items to be dried. requirements of NSF P172 protocol for sanitization Appropriate wash temperature, spin speeds, soil level and options will automatically be displayed for each cycle.
  • Page 15: Cycle Options

    Cycle Options outions 5p_n soil temp speed Level ÷ steam samt_ze _ma× _ n aX • stain • high _ heavy c_ean warm _ medium energ_ _awt :old _ LOW _ [;grll #esh COrd water , no star _extra _ nnse dean light e _ea_...
  • Page 16 Cycle Options, continued add steam pro wash (on select models) Select this option to add approximately 20 minutes Select this option to add a short initial wash period to of tumbling in steam during the wash cycle. It is a cycle. Heavily soiled and stained loads will prewash recommended for heavily soiled loads to help enhance for approximately 5 minutes.
  • Page 17: Status Display

    Other Features Status Display/Status Lights STATUS DISPLAY The estimated total cycle time will be displayed when the cycle is selected. The time may increase if water The following will also be displayed at the pressure is low, oversudsing occurs or the load becomes appropriate times during the cycle: unbalanced.
  • Page 18: Washer Settings Chart

    Washer Settings Chart pause These Temperature, Spin Speeds, Soil Levels and Options are available with the following cycles: .£: "-- -C:: temp sanitize wa rm cold cold water clean spin speed high medium no spin soil level heavy normal light extra light options energy saver...
  • Page 19 Washer Settings Chart spin speed high medium no spin soil level heavy mm-- normal light extra light options allergy energy saver add steam stain pretreat pre wash delay start fresh rinse clean washer control lock press & hold light press & hold chime press &...
  • Page 20: Safe Stain Removal Procedures

    Safe Stain Removal Procedures To reduce the risk of fire or serious injury to persons or properly, comply with the basic warnings listed below: HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD * Read and comply with all instructions on stain re- Do not use or mix liquid chlorine bleach with other moval products.
  • Page 21: Stain Removal Suggestions

    Stain Removal Suggestions STAIN TREATM ENT Adhesive tape, chewing Apply ice. Scrape off excess. Place stain face down on paper towels. Saturate with pre- gum, rubber cement wash stain remover or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid. Baby formula, dairy Use product containing enzymes to pretreat or soak stains. Soak for 30 minutes or more. products, egg Wash.
  • Page 22 Inside Routine Cleaning (Preventive) If included with purchase, To help prevent odors, mold or mildew, leave the door remove "LIQUID ONLY" open for a few hours after use or whenever the washer is dispenser cup. not in use. ENTRAPMENT and TIP=OVER HAZARD Do not leave the door open if there are small children or pets present.
  • Page 23: Maintenance

    Other Inside Routine Cleaning (Preventive) Cleaning Dispenser Drawer Area Detergent and fabric softener may build up in the dispenser drawer, Residue should be removed once or twice a month, - Remove the drawer by pulling the drawer out until it stops.
  • Page 24: For Best Results

    Inside Cleaning (Aggressive) If included with purchase, In cases where the clean washer cycle along with care remove "LIQUID ONLY" and cleaning of rubber gasket folds isn't done, and severe dispenser cup. odor, mold, mildew, or residue buildup have developed, follow the below cleaning procedure to help alleviate the problem, CLEANING PROCEDURE - Washer Drum...
  • Page 25 Outside Routine Cleaning o When washing is completed, wipe top and sides of washer with a damp cloth. Turn water faucets off to prevent pres- sure 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 chlo- rine bleach (1 part bleach to 8 parts water).
  • Page 26: Preventive Measures

    Common Washing Problems Many washing problems involve poor soil and stain removal, residues of lint and scum, and fabric dam- age. For satisfactory washing results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent Association. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES Blue stains •...
  • Page 27 Common Washing Problems, continued PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES PREVENTIVE MEASURES SOLUTIONS • Use a lint brush or shaver to • Use fabric softener in the Pilling • Pilling is normal with syn- washer to lubricate fibers. (Fibers ball up thetic and permanent press remove pills, fabrics.
  • Page 28 Common Washing Problems, continued PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES Moisture in the washer. Perform SYSTEM CLEAN Residue stains / Run dehumidifier in laundry room. buildup, mold or Use of non-HE detergent. cycle mildew stains in Overdosing detergent. Scrub gasket with Comet Avoid overfilling detergent gasket Overloading wash drum.
  • Page 29 Service Prevention 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 POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION High pitch "jet engine" A certain amount of motor whine is nor- noise, mal during the spin cycle.
  • Page 30 Service Prevention Checklist, continued OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Water collects in folds of This is a result of the washing action and the bellows at the end of is part of the normal operation of the washer. the cycle. Water collects in bleach This is a result of the siphoning action Water may be removed by removing the dispenser and fabric softener corn-...
  • Page 31 For t heapplicable warranty period a ssetforthbelow, asmeasured from youroriginal date ofpurchase, Electrolux willrepair or replace anyparts ofthisappliance thatprove tobedefective inmaterials orworkmanship when such appliance isinstalled, used and maintained inaccordance withtheprovided instructions. Warrantv Periods: • All parts -- One year including labor •...

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