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Frigidaire FAFW3514KN1 Use & Care Manual

Frigidaire FAFW3514KN1 Use & Care Manual

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TABLE
OF CONTENTS
Important Safety Instructions ..............................
2-4
Ca_e and Cleaning .....................,
18_20
Features ...............................................................
5
SOlUtions to Co_on
P_oble_s,,,
!21-25
Operating Instructions ......................................
6-14
Warran_ ....................................... ]
26
Washer Settings Chart .........................................
15
Notes .......................................
27-28
Stain Remova! Guide ......................................
16-17
Francj:ais ......................................................
i!i2_
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www.frigidaire.com
USA1-800-944-9044
www.frigidaire.ca
Canada 1-800-265-8352

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  • Page 1 Important Safety Instructions ......Ca_e and Cleaning ....., 18_20 Features ............... SOlUtions to Co_on P_oble_s,,, !21-25 Washer Settings Chart ......... Notes ........27-28 Operating Instructions ........6-14 Warran_ ........] Stain Remova! Guide ........16-17 Francj:ais ............i!i2_ www.frigidaire.com USA1-800-944-9044 www.frigidaire.ca Canada 1-800-265-8352...
  • Page 2 For your safety the following information in this manual Please r eadallinstructions b efore using thiswasher. 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...
  • Page 3 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 o Do not wash items that have been previously cleaned...
  • Page 4 PREVENT TNJURY PREVENT TNJURY AND DAMAGE TO THE WASHER - To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during To prevent serious personal injury and damage to the washer: operation, the washer must be installed and electrically grounded by a qualified service person in accordance - All repairs and servicing must be performed by an with local codes, Installation instructions are packed in authorized servicer unless specifically recommended...
  • Page 5 Cycle Selector LED Display 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®...
  • Page 6 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 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. o Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes, and remove non-washable trims and ornaments. Mend rips and tears to prevent further damage during washing.
  • Page 8 Operating Your Washer, continued 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 norma! operation of the was her..........Use a low-sudsing, high efficiency Liquid Chlorine Bleach z_ detergent to prevent oversudsing in...
  • Page 9 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.
  • Page 10 Deep Clean Sa_ze • 0 _ Sanitize @ Maximum Heavy Auto 0 Hot/CoM © Fast ® Energy Saver Whitest Whites Temp @ Warm/CoW 0 Medium @ Extra Rinse @ Heavy © Door Lock @ Rinse • O CoLd/Cord @ Stow ©...
  • Page 11 _, Deep C[ean Sanitize • O _ Sanitize @ Maximum Heavy Auto @ Hot/Cold @ Fast @ Energy Saver Temp O Warm/CoW ® Medium Whitest Whites @ Extra Rinse @ Heavy @Do@fLock @Rinse • O Cold/Cold Slow @ Stain Clean @ Normal @ _na[ Spin...
  • Page 12 Deep Clean Sa_ze • 0 _ Sanitize @ Maximum Heavy Auto 0 Hot/CoM © Fast ® Energy Saver Whitest Whites Temp @ Warm/CoW 0 Medium @ Extra Rinse @ Heavy © Door Lock @ Rinse • O CoLd/Cold @ Slow ©...
  • Page 13 Deep Clean Sa_ze Delay Start • 0 _ Sanitize @ Maximum Heavy Auto 0 Hot/Cold © Fast @ Energy Saver Temp @ Warm/Cold 0 Medium Whitest Whites DoorLock @ Extra Rinse @ Heavy @Rinse • 0 Cold/Cold @ SLow © Stain Clean @ Normal @ _na[...
  • Page 14 System Clean Cycle Delay Start • @ _ Sanitize ® Maximum Auto @ Hot/Cold ® Fast @ Energy Saver TO REFRESH OR CLEAN INSIDE OF WASHER Temp O Warm/Cold Medium Door Lock Q Extra Rinse Heavy • ® Cold/Cold Stow # Rinse Stain Clean...
  • Page 15 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) Estimated Cycle Duration** 108 min 56 min 46 min...
  • Page 16 Safe Stain Removal Procedures To reduce the risk of fire or serious injury to persons or property, comply with the basic warnings listed below: HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD o Read and comply with all instructions on stain re- Do not use or mix liquid chlorine bleach with other moval products.
  • Page 17 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 18 Inside Routine Cleaning (Preventative) To help prevent odors, mold or mildew, leave the door • @ _ SanLtize Maximum open for a few hours after use or whenever the washer is Auto @ Hot/Cold @ Fast © Energy Save! not in use. Temp @ Warm/Cold p Medium...
  • Page 19 Other Inside Routine Cleaning (Preventative) 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 - Reach back into the left rear corner of the drawer cav ity and press down firmly on the lock tab Pull out the...
  • Page 20 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 If the cabinet becomes stained, clean with diluted chlo- rine bleach (1 part bleach to 8 parts water).
  • Page 21 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 22 Common Washing Problems, continued PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES Use fabric softener in the Pilling Pilling is normal with syn- • Use a lint brush or shaver to • ® washer to lubricate fibers. (Fibers ball up thetic and permanent press remove pills.
  • Page 23 Common Washing Problems, continued PROBLEM SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES POSSIBLE CAUSES 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.
  • Page 24 Service Prevention Checklist Before cafling 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 25 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 com-...
  • Page 26 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 accordance with the provided instructions.