Contents Important Safety Instructions Product Registration ....... Read all instructions before using this washer. Important Safety Instructions ..2-3 Washing Procedures ....4-6 To red uce the risk of fi re, electrical shock, or i nj ury to persons when Stain Removal ......
Important Safety Prevent Injury Instructions To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during operation, the (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's reference.
Washing Procedures • Follow the guidelines below for preparing the wash load. • 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.
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5. Add detergent, bleach and fabric softener to automatic dispenser following these steps: \\\\ OPENING AND CLOSING THE DISPENSERDRAWER DETERGENT • Slowly open the dispenser drawer by first sliding the • Add measured detergent detergent safety latch to the right, then putling the drawer out compartment of the dispenser drawer.
6. Set cycle selector knob and washer controls according to type, Washing Procedures size, and soil level of each load. (continued) (See Operating Instructions card for your specific model controls.) Start washer. Close the washer door and pull out the cycle selector knob. For your safety, the door will automatically lock during the entire wash cycle.
For successful stain removal: • Remove stains promptly. • Determine the kind of stain, then follow the recommended treatment in the stain removal chart below. • To pretreat stains, use a prewash product, liquid detergent, or a paste made from granular detergent and water. •...
Common Washing Problems Manywashing problems involve poor soiland stain removal, residues of lint and scum, and fabric damage. Forsatisfactorywashing results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent Association. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES Blue stains •Undiluted liquid detergent or fabric •If caused by detergent, mix 1 cup (240 ml) •Avoid ovelfiHing detergent and fabric softener...
Care and Cleaning 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, As needed, clean the cabinet with mild soap and water. Never use harsh, gritty or abrasive cleansers.
Care and Cleaning (continued) Winterizing Instructions If the washer is stored in an area where freezing can occur or moved in freezing temperatures, follow these winterizing instructions to prevent damage to the washer: Turn off water supply faucets. Follow Winterizing Disconnect hoses from water supply and drain water from hoses.
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OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE / SOLUTION OPERATING • Electrical power cord may not be plugged in or connection may be loose. Make Washer does not start. sure plug fits tightly in wall outlet. • House fuse blown, circuit breaker tripped, or a power outage has occurred. Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.
The consumer shall pay for such service calls. Damages caused by services performed by persons other than authorized Gibson servicers; use of parts other than Frigidaire Company Genuine Renewal Parts; obtained from persons other than such servicers;...
Gibson WARRANTY (CANADA) TUMBLE ACTION WASHERS WARRANTOR: For service under this warranty, contact your local Frigidaire Home Products dealer/retailer, authorized FRIGIDAIRE PARTS AND 7075 Ordan Drive SERVICE depot, or: Mississauga, Ontario L5T 1K6 FRIGIDAIRE PARTS AND SERVICE Frigidaire Home Products...
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