Frigidaire FAFW3577KA - Affinity Series 27-in Front-Load Washer Use And Care Manual
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Important Safety Instructions ..............................2-4
Features ...............................................................5
Operating Instructions ......................................6-14
Washer Settings Chart .........................................15
Stain Removal Guide ...................................... 16-17
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Care and Cleaning .......................................... 18-20
Solutions to Common Problems ....................... 21-25
Warranty ............................................................26
Notes ............................................................ 27-28
Français ..............................................................29
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Important Safety Instructions ......2-4 Care and Cleaning .......... 18-20 Features ...............5 Solutions to Common Problems ....... 21-25 Operating Instructions ........6-14 Warranty ............26 Washer Settings Chart .........15 Notes ............27-28 Stain Removal Guide ........16-17 Français ..............29 www.frigidaire.com USA 1-800-944-9044 www.frigidaire.ca Canada 1-800-265-8352... -
Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety InStructIonS WarnInG WarnInG For your safety the following information in this manual Please read all instructions before using this washer. must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or death. recognize safety symbols, words and Do not store or use gasoline or other flam- labels mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with this or any other appliance. - Page 3 Important Safety InStructIonS WarnInG 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 Important Safety InStructIonS preVent InJury preVent InJury anD DamaGe to tHe WaSHer • To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during To prevent serious personal injury and damage to the operation, the washer must be installed and electrically washer: grounded by a qualified service person in accordance •...
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Page 5: Features
featureS LED Display Cycle Selector Control Lock Drum Light* Laundry Product Dispenser Drawer Door Latch with Safety Lock Door Striker Stainless Steel Wash Drum Adjustable Cascading Leveling Legs Wash Vanes As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Electrolux ® Major Appliances has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines ®... -
Page 6: Operating Instructions
operatInG InStructIonS 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. This is a normal part of the operation of the washer. - Page 7 operatInG InStructIonS operating your Washer, continued prepare items for washing. add laundry load to washer. • Empty pockets. • Brush off lint and dirt. Shake out rugs and beach towels. • Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes, and remove non-washable trims and ornaments. •...
- Page 8 operatInG InStructIonS operating your Washer, continued note add laundry products to the dispenser. From time to time you may see water in the “LIQUID BLEACH” and “FABRIC SOFTENER” chambers. This is for best results part of the normal operation of the washer. Use a low-sudsing, high efficiency Liquid chlorine Bleach detergent to prevent oversudsing in...
- Page 9 operatInG InStructIonS operating your Washer, continued • To select or delete an option, press Options; then, • If changes to the settings or options are attempted while the indicator is blinking, press Select. The after the cycle starts, you will hear several beeps indicator will light when the option has been se- when the buttons are pressed.
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Page 10: Cycle Selection
operatInG InStructIonS This manual covers many models and not all cycles, options, or features listed are available on every model. Console shown above for reference only. Your model may differ. cycle Selection Turn the cycle selector in either direction to the cycle ... -
Page 11: Cycle Settings
operatInG InStructIonS This manual covers many models and not all cycles, options, or features listed are available on every model. Console shown above for reference only. Your model may differ. cycle Selection, continued Whitest Whites followed by 2 rinses and a slow final spin. To protect The Whitest Whites cycle provides 15 minutes of your hand washables, Hot water wash, Heavy Soil, tumble wash action followed by two rinses. - Page 12 operatInG InStructIonS This manual covers many models and not all cycles, options, or features listed are available on every model. Console shown above for reference only. Your model may differ. cycle Settings, continued auto temp Hot/cold The temperature selected for the cycle will be remembered Use this setting for heavily soiled white or colorfast and recalled each time that cycle is selected in the future.
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Page 13: Cycle Options
operatInG InStructIonS This manual covers many models and not all cycles, options, or features listed are available on every model. Console shown above for reference only. Your model may differ. Stain clean cycle Settings, continued Use the Stain Clean option to add a 5-minute soak in the middle of the wash portion of any cycle except SoIL LeVeL Quick and Hand Wash. -
Page 14: System Clean Cycle
operatInG InStructIonS System clean cycle to refreSH or cLean InSIDe of WaSHer To clean and freshen the washer, perform the System Clean Cycle. For best results use the System Clean Cycle once a month. To begin the cycle, press and hold the Spin Speed and Options buttons simultaneously for 10 seconds until the display changes to “CLn”... -
Page 15: Washer Settings Chart
WaSHer SettInGS cHart These Temperature, Spin Speeds, Soil Levels and Options are available with the following cycles: Deep Clean Heavy Whitest Normal/ Quick Delicates Delicates/ Handwash Spin Only Sanitize Whites Casual Handwash (if equipped) (if equipped) (if equipped) (if equipped) 108 min 56 min 46 min... -
Page 16: Stain Removal Guide
StaIn remoVaL GuIDe Safe Stain removal procedures WarnInG To reduce the risk of fire or serious injury to persons or property, 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. household chemicals such as toilet cleaners, rust removers, acid or products containing ammonia. -
Page 17: Stain Removal Guide
StaIn remoVaL GuIDe Stain removal Suggestions STAIN TREATMENT 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. Beverages (coffee, tea, Pretreat stain. -
Page 18: Care And Cleaning
care anD cLeanInG Inside routine cleaning (preventative) To help prevent odors, mold or mildew, leave the door open for a few hours after use or whenever the washer is not in use. cautIon entrapment and tIp-oVer HaZarD Do not leave the door open if there are small children or pets present. - Page 19 care anD cLeanInG other Inside routine cleaning (preventative) cleaning Dispenser Drawer area note 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 20 care anD cLeanInG outside routine cleaning • 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 •...
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Page 21: Solutions To Common Problems
SoLutIonS to common proBLemS 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... - Page 22 SoLutIonS to common proBLemS common Washing problems, continued PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES Pilling • Pilling is normal with syn- • Use a lint brush or shaver to • Use fabric softener in the (Fibers ball up thetic and permanent press remove pills.
- Page 23 SoLutIonS to common proBLemS common Washing problems, continued PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES Residue stains / • Moisture in the washer. • Perform SYSTEM CLEAN • Run dehumidifier in laundry buildup, mold or • Use of non-HE detergent. cycle room. mildew stains in • Overdosing detergent.
- Page 24 SoLutIonS to common proBLemS 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 NOISE High pitch “jet engine” A certain amount of motor whine is nor- noise. mal during the spin cycle.
- Page 25 SoLutIonS to common proBLemS Service prevention checklist, continued OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION WATER 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 the cycle.
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Page 26: Warranty
maJor appLIance Warranty InformatIon Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your original date of purchase, Electrolux will pay all costs for repairing or replacing 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. -
Page 27: Notes
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