Energy Saving Tips - Frigidaire FGX831CS1 Operating Instructions Manual

Cycle Selection
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Perm Press/Colors Cycle
Provides up to 12 minutes of wash agitation for
cottons and blends with a no-iron finish.
Knits/Delicates Cycle
Provides 8 minutes of wash/pause agitation for
the gentle care of knit and delicate items.
Always set the Knits /Delicates cycle to begin at
the START position.
Controls
Always follow instructions on fabric care
labels.
WASH/RINSE TEMPERATURE sets the water
temperatures for washing and rinsing. Select
wash water temperature according to fiber
content and soil level of the load, and type of
detergent used. A cold water rinse saves energy
and reduces wrinkling.
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* Some Models
The following chart suggests wash/rinse
temperatures for basic fabric types.
Fabric Type
Heavily soiled white/colorfast
cotton, perm press
Normally soiled white/colorfast Warm/Cold
cotton, perm press
Noncolorfast fabrics, knits,
delicates, washable woolens
LOAD SIZE sets the amount of wash and rinse
water for the wash load. Select a water level
appropriate for the load size. There should be
enough water for items to move freely.
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On some models, to increase water level
after the wash cycle begins, turn the Load
Size control to Reset and hold. When water
begins to enter the tub, turn the control to
the desired setting.

Energy Saving Tips

• Wash full loads. Oversize loads use extra
energy. Undersize loads waste energy.
Wash/Rinse
• When small wash loads cannot be avoided,
Temperature
use lower water levels.
Hot/Cold
• Select the appropriate cycle and time for each
load. Shorten wash times for lightly soiled
loads.
• To reduce drying time, select a fast spin speed
Cold/Cold
to remove more water from heavy items such
as towels and jeans.
• Use warm water to wash most loads. Limit hot
water washes to heavily soiled and white
loads. Use cold water for lightly soiled items
and rinsing.
• Operate the washer in early morning and late
evening when utility demands are low.
• Follow proper laundry procedures to avoid
rewashing.
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