Avoid Service Checklist - Frigidaire affinity Use & Care Manual

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
NOISE
Rattling and clanking Foreign objects such as coins or safety pins may be
noise. in tub or pump.
Belt buckles and metal fasteners are hitting wash
tub.
Thumping sound. Heavy wash loads may produce a thumping sound.
This is usually normal. If sound continues, washer is
probably out of balance.
Squealing sound or hot Washer is overloaded.
rubber odor.
Vibrating noise. Washer is not resting fi rmly on fl oor.
Shipping bolt has not been removed during installation.
Wash load unevenly distributed in tub.
OPERATING
Washer does not start. Washer lid is open.
Electrical power cord may not be plugged in or con-
nection may be loose.
House fuse blown, circuit breaker tripped, or a
power outage has occurred.
Water supply faucets are not turned on.
Motor is overheated. Washer motor will stop if it
becomes overheated.
Washer won't spin. Lid is not completely closed.
Residue left in drum. Heavily soiled items.

AVOID SERVICE CHECKLIST

SOLUTION
Stop washer and check drum. If noise continues after washer is
restarted, objects may be in pump. Call your authorized servicer.
To prevent unnecessary noise and damage to tub, fasten fas-
teners and turn items inside out.
Stop washer and redistribute wash load.
Do not overload washer. Stop washer and reduce load.
Move washer so it rests fi rmly on fl oor. Adjust leveling legs. See
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for details.
See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for removing shipping bolt.
Stop washer and rearrange wash load.
Close washer lid. The washer will not operate when the lid is open.
Make sure plug fi ts tightly in wall outlet.
Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Do not increase fuse
capacity. If problem is a circuit overload, have it corrected by
a qualifi ed electrician. If problem is a power outage, call local
electric company.
Turn on water supply faucets.
Wait for the motor to cool down before attempting to restart.
Close washer lid. The washer will not operate when the lid is open.
Wipe tub with a nonabrasive household cleanser, then rinse. Shake
or brush excess dirt and sand from items before washing
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