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Important
Read all instructions
before
using this washer.
_!ViV_4_!_ll_[€lTo reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons when
using this washer, comply with the basic warnings listed below.
I_
Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.
Prevent
Product Registration
Safety Instructions
Fire
Thank you for choosing this
washer. This owner's guide will
explain proper operation and care.
_!ViV_,1;!_ll_[=1 Do not wash items that have been previously cleaned in, soaked in,
or spotted with gasoline, cleaning solvents, kerosene, cooking oils, waxes, etc. Do
not store these items on or near the washer. These substances give off vapors or
chemical reactions that could ignite or explode.
Record Your Model and Serial
Numbers
_!ViV_,1;!_ll_[=1 Do not put oily or greasy rags or clothing on top of the washer.
These substances give off vapors that could ignite the materials.
Record below the model and serial
numbers found on the washer serial
plate located on the underside of the
washer lid. Keep these numbers for
future reference.
Model Number
Serial Number
Date of Purchase
Register Your Product
The self-addressed PRODUCT
REGISTRATION CARD should be
filled in completely, signed and
returned.
_!ViV_,1=!_ll_[€1 Do not add gasoline, cleaning solvents, or other flammable or
explosive substances to the wash water. These substances give off vapors that
could ignite or explode.
_!VIV_,I;!_II_[_1 Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot
water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS
EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, before
using the washer, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each
for several minutes. Thiswill release anyaccumulated hydrogen gas. Hydrogen gas
is flammable; do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.
I_ Failure to comply with these warnings could result in fire, explosion, serious
bodily injury and/or damage to the rubber or plastic parts of the washer.
Protect Children
This Owner's Guide provides general
operating instructions for your
washer. It also contains information
about features for several other
models. Your washer may not have
every feature included here.
Use the washer only as instructed in
this Owner's Guide and the
Operating Instructions card
included with your washer.
_!ViV_,1=!_ll_[€1Do not allow children to play on or in the washer. Close supervision
of children is necessary when the washer is used near children. As children grow,
teach them the proper, safe use of all appliances.
_!VIV_,I;! _11_
[€1Destroy the carton, plastic bag and other packing materials after the
washer is unpacked. Children might use them for play. Cartons covered with rugs,
bedspreads or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers.
_!V_vl±1_!_ll_[_lKeep laundry products out of children's reach. To prevent personal
injury, observe all warnings on product labels.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
_!VIV_,I;! _11_
[€1 Before the washer is removed from service or discarded, remove the
washer lid to prevent accidental entrapment.
Do not store or use gasoline or
other flammable vapors or liquids in
the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
lI_ Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.
©1997 White Consolidated Industries, Inc.
All rights reserved.
Printed in U.S.A.
Important Safety
Instructions (continued)
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Avoid fire hazard or
electrical shock. Do not use an
adaptor plug or extension cord or
remove grounding
prong from
electrical power cord. Failure to
follow this warning
can cause
serious injury, fire or death.
Prevent
Injury
_!,v_v/,_1_!_ll_[el
To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during operation, the
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. Refer to INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSfor detailed grounding
procedures. If the washer is moved to a new location, have it checked and
reinstalled by a qualified service person.
_!Vivf_,1_{_ll_[€lTo prevent personal injury or damage to the washer, the electrical
power cord of the washer must be plugged into a properly grounded and polarized
3-prong outlet. The third grounding prong must never be removed. Never
ground the washer to a gas pipe. Do not use an extension cord or an adaptor
plug.
Grounding type
wall receptacle
_!V_vf,_1_{_ll_[el
Follow package directions when using laundry products. Incorrect
usage can produce poisonous gas--resulting in serious injury or death.
.
Do not combine laundry products for use in 1 load unless specified on the
label.
.
_0
Power supply
cord with 3-prong
grounding plug
CORRECT
Use this way ONLY
[f!3W/_,1:!_ll_[el Do not use or mix
liquid chlorine bleach with other
household chemicals such as toilet
cleaners, rust removers, acid or
products containing
ammonia.
These
mixtures
can produce
dangerous fumes which can cause
serious injury or death.
Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar.
_!Vivf-'1:{_ll_[_1 To prevent serious personal injury and damage to the washer:
•
All repairs and servicing must be performed by an authorized servicer
unless specifically recommended in this Owner's Guide. Use only authorized
factory parts.
•
Do not tamper with controls.
•
Do not install or store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather.
_!31v_v/,_1
_!_I1_[el ALWAYS discon nect the wash er from the electrica I sup ply before
attempting any service or cleaning. Failure to do so can result in electrical shock or
injury.
_!Vivf-'1_!_ll_[_1 To prevent injury, do not reach into the washer while parts are
moving. Before loading, unloading or adding items, push in the cycle selector knob
and allow the tub to coast to a complete stop before reaching inside.
Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.
This washer is equipped with an electrical overload protector. The motor will
stop if it becomes overheated. The washer will automatically restart after a cool
down period of up to 30 minutes, if the washer has not been manually turned off
during this time.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Note: The instructions appearing in
this Owner's Guide are not meant to
cover every possible condition and
situation that may occur. Common
sense and caution must be practiced
when installing, operating and
maintaining any appliance.
Washing
Procedures
•
Follow the guidelines below for preparing the wash load.
•
Read the Operating
•
Always read and follow fabric care and laundry product labels.
Instructions
card for operating your specific model.
_!VIV-'I_I_II_[_1 To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons, read
Important Safety Instructions, pages 2-3, before operating this washer.
Sort laundry into loads that can be
washed together.
1. Sort laundry
into loads that can be washed
together.
Sort items by recommended water temperatures, wash time, and agitate/spin
speeds.
•
Separate white, light, and colorfast items from dark and noncolorfast
items.
•
Separate items which shed lint from items which attract lint. Permanent
press, synthetic, knit and corduroy items will pick up lint from towels, rugs
and chenille bedspreads.
•
Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled items.
•
Separate lacy, sheer and loosely knit items from sturdy items.
2.
Prepare items for washing.
•
Empty pockets.
•
Brush off lint and dirt. Shake out rugs and beach towels.
•
Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes,and remove nonwashable
trims and ornaments.
•
Remove pins, decorative buttons, belt buckles, and other objects which
could be damaged. This also helps protect other items in the wash load.
•
Mend rips and tears to prevent further damage during washing.
•
Placedelicate items such asbras, shoulder pads, hosiery, and belts in a mesh
bag to prevent tangling during the wash cycle.
•
Turn knit items inside out to prevent pilling.
Empty pockets.
3. Pretreat
stains and heavy soil.
See Stain Removal, pages 6-7, for details.
4. Add a measured
amount
of detergent
to the wash
tub
before adding the laundry load.
Follow detergent manufacturer's directions. The amount required depends on
type of detergent, load size and soil level, and water hardness.
Place delicate items in a mesh bag.
5. If desired, add liquid bleach to Bleach Dispenser (some models).
•
Before adding the wash load, add liquid bleach to bleach dispenser located
in left front corner under the lid:
•
•
•
3/4 cup (180 ml) for small loads
1 cup (240 ml) for large loads
1-1/4 cups (300 ml) for extra-large loads.
•
Then add 1 cup (240 ml) water to flush the dispenser.
•
Do not use powdered bleach in the bleach dispenser.
For models without a bleach dispenser, dilute the recommended amount
of liquid chlorine bleach in 1 quart (.95 L) water. Add it to wash water after
a few minutes of agitation. Do not pour bleach directly on wash load.
Bleach Dispenser (some models)
Washing
Procedures
.
(continued)
Do not load items above
top row of holes in wash tub.
.
Add laundry
load to washer.
•
Dry load level should not be higher than top row of holes in wash tub.
Do not overload washer.
•
Do not put items on top of agitator or wrap them around it. Load items
evenly.
•
Combine large and small items in a load. Load large items first. Large items
should not be more than half the total wash load.
•
When washing a single heavy item, add 1 or 2 towels to balance the load.
If desired,
Dispenser
add
liquid
fabric
softener
to
Fabric
Softener
(some models).
For models with a built-in dispenser (see picture to the left):
1. Add liquid softener to the dispenser, following fabric softener label
directions.
2. Add water to bring liquid level to fill line on dispenser cap.
3. Remove the dispenser from the agitator after each use. Rinse both cap and
cup with warm water. Replace dispenser in the agitator.
NOTE: To separate cap from cup, put thumb into dispenser and push against
side of cup (see picture to the left). After cleaning, push cap and cup firmly
together. Replace dispenser by lining up the ribs and grooves and snapping it
into position.
Built-In Fabric Softener Dispenser
(some models)
Fabric softener will be flushed from area under the built-in fabric softener
dispenser when Large Load Water Level is selected. If a build-up of fabric
softener occurs, clean with hot water. DO NOT REMOVE SERVICE CAP.
For models with a removable dispenser (see picture below to the left):
1. Attach fabric softener dispenser to top of agitator by pressing down gently.
2. Add softener to the dispenser, following fabric softener label directions.
3. Add water to bring liquid level to top of the peg in the center of the cup.
4. Remove the dispenser from the agitator after each use. Rinse both lid and
bowl thoroughly with warm water. Reassemble and place dispenser on
agitator or store it nearby.
For models without a fabric softener dispenser, follow fabric softener label
directions. Add diluted fabric softener to the final rinse. Do not pour fabric
softener directly on the wash load.
Built-In Fabric Softener Dispenser
(some models)
.
Set cycle selector
type,
knob
size, and soil level
and washer
of each
controls
according
load, and detergent
See Operating Instructions for your specific model controls.
Removable Fabric Softener Dispenser
(some models)
to
used.
Washing
Procedures
.
Start
the washer.
Close the washer lid and pull out the cycle selector knob. Washer will fill and
agitate with the lid open. The tub will not spin unless the lid is closed.
(continued)
Safety
Lid Lock
•
To stop the washer, push in the cycle selector knob.
•
Do not stop and restart washer during a spin when using the fabric softener
dispenser.
•
To change a cycle, push in the cycle selector knob. Turn it clockwise to the
desired setting. Pull out the knob to restart the washer.
10. Remove items when the cycle is completed.
For your safety, the lid locks when the tub is spinning. It will remain locked for
about 1 minute after the tub stops spinning.
•
To open the lid during a spin, push in the cycle selector knob and wait about
1 minute for the lid lock to release. Do not force open the locked lid.
Placewashed items in automatic dryer, line dry, or dry flat as directed by fabric
care label. Excesswrinkling, color transfer or odors may develop in items left in
the washer after the cycle has ended.
_!ViVl,__ll_ll_[elTo avoid serious personal injury, do not operate washer if safety lid
lock is missing or damaged.
Stain Removal
Safe
Stain
Removal
Procedures
_!VAVl-'_:!_ll_[€
1To reduce the risk of fire or serious injury to persons or property,
comply with the basic warnings listed below:
•
Read and comply with all instructions
•
Keep products in their original labeled containers and out of children's
reach.
•
Thoroughly wash any utensil used.
•
Do not combine stain removal products, especially ammonia and chlorine
bleach. Dangerous fumes may result.
•
Never wash items which have been previously cleaned in, washed in,
soaked in or spotted with gasoline, dry cleaning solvents or other flammable
or explosive substances because they give off vapors that could ignite or
explode.
•
Never use highly flammable solvents, such as gasoline, inside the home.
Vapors can explode on contact with flames or sparks.
Do not com bine stain removal products.
on stain removal products.
For successful stain removal:
Remove stains promptly.
Follow fabric care label instructions.
•
Determine the kind of stain, then follow recommended
stain removal chart on the next page.
treatment
•
To pretreat stains, use a prewash product,
made from granular detergent and water.
•
Use cold water on unknown stains because hot water can set stains.
•
Check care label instructions for treatments to avoid on specific fabrics.
•
Check for colorfastness by testing stain remover on an inside seam.
•
Rinse and wash items after stain removal.
liquid detergent,
in the
or a paste
Stain Removal
STAIN
TREATMENT
Adhesive tape, chewing
gum, rubber cement
Apply ice. Scrape off excess. Place stain face down on paper towels. Saturate with prewash stain remover or
nonflammable dry cleaning fluid.
Baby formula, dairy
products, egg
Use product containing enzymes to pretreat or soak stains. Soak for 30 minutes or more. Wash.
Beverages (coffee, tea, soda,
juice, alcoholic beverages)
Pretreat stain. Wash using cold water and bleach safe for fabric.
Blood
Rinse with cold water. Rub with bar soap. Or, pretreat or soak with product containing enzymes. Wash using bleach
safe for fabric.
Candle wax, crayon
Scrape off surface wax. Place stain face down between paper towels. Press with warm iron until wax is absorbed.
Replace paper towels frequently. Treat remaining stain with prewash stain remover or nonflammable dry cleaning
fluid. Hand wash to remove solvent. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Chocolate
Pretreat or soak in warm water using product containing enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Collar or cuff soil, cosmetics
Pretreat with prewash stain remover or rub with bar soap.
Dye transfer on white fabric
Use packaged color remover. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Grass
Pretreat or soak in warm water using product containing enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Grease, oil, tar (butter, fats,
salad dressing, cooking oils,
car grease, motor oils)
Scrape residue from fabric. Pretreat. Wash using hottest water safe for fabric. For heavy stains and tar, apply
nonflammable dry cleaning fluid to back of stain. Replace towels under stain frequently. Rinse thoroughly. Wash using
hottest water safe for fabric.
Ink
Some inks may be impossible to remove. Washing may set some inks. Use prewash stain remover, denatured alcohol
or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid.
Mildew, scorch
Wash with chlorine bleach if safe for fabric. Or, soak in oxygen bleach and hot water before washing. Badly mildewed
fabrics may be permanently damaged.
Mud
Brush off dry mud. Pretreat or soak with product containing
Mustard, tomato
Pretreat with prewash stain remover. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Nail polish
May be impossible to remove. Place stain face down on paper towels. Apply nail polish remover to back of stain.
Repeat, replacing paper towels frequently. Do not use on acetate fabrics.
Paint, varnish
WATER BASED: Rinse fabric in cool water while stain is wet. Wash. Once paint is dry, it cannot be removed. OIL
BASED AND VARNISH: Use solvent recommended on can label. Rinse thoroughly before washing.
Perspiration
Use prewash stain remover or rub with bar soap. Rinse. Wash using nonchlorine bleach in hottest water safe for fabric.
Rust, brown or yellow
discoloration
For spots, use rust remover safe for fabric. For discoloration of an entire load, use nonchlorine bleach. Do not use
chlorine bleach because it may intensify discoloration.
Shoe polish
LIQUID: Pretreat with a paste of granular detergent and water. PASTE: Scrape residue from fabric. Pretreat with
prewash stain remover or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid. Rinse. Rub detergent into dampened area. Wash using
bleach safe for fabric.
Urine, vomit, mucus, feces
Pretreat or soak in product containing
enzymes.
enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Common
Washing
Problems
Manywashing problems involve poor soil and stain removal, residues of lint and scum, and fabric damage. For satisfactorywashing
results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent Association.
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE
CAUSES
Blue stains
•Detergent or liquid fabric softener
did not dissolve or disperse.
SOLUTIONS
PREVENTIVE
• If caused by detergent, mix 1 cup (240 ml)
white vinegar with 1 quart (.95 L) water in
a plastic container. Soak item 1 hour. Rinse.
• If caused by fabric softener, rub stains with
bar soap. Wash.
• Add detergent
washer.
MEASURES
before wash load. Then start
• Dilute fabric softener with water.
Discoloration,
graying
• Not enough detergent.
• Wash water temperature too low.
• Incorrect sorting.
• Rewash with correct amount of detergent
and hottest water safe for fabric. Add
bleach safe for fabric,
•Sort items by soil level and color.
• Use correct amount of detergent,
water and bleach safe for fabric.
Greasy, oily stains
• Not enough detergent.
• Undiluted liquid fabric softener
poured directly on fabric.
• Treat with prewash stain remover or liquid
detergent.
• Increase detergent and water temperature.
Rewash.
• Use correct amount of detergent and
hottest water safe for fabric.
• Rub fabric softener stains with bar soap.
Holes, tears, or
snags
• Incorrect use of chlorine bleach.
Lint
• Incorrect sorting.
• Tissues left in pocket.
• Overloading the washer.
• Not enough detergent.
• Undissolved detergent has left
residue.
• Unfastened zippers, hooks, buckles.
• Rips, tears and broken threads.
• Overloading the washer.
• Degradation of fabric.
• Static cling is attracting lint.
• Load washed too long.
Pilling
(Fibers break off, ball
up and cling to
fabric)
Residue or powder
on dark items;
Stiff, harsh fabrics,
Wrinkling
• Pilling is normal with synthetic and
permanent press fabrics. This is due
to abrasion from normal wear.
• Never pour chlorine bleach directly on fabric
• Check condition of items before washing.
See Washing Procedures for preparing
and loading the wash load.
• Reduce load size. Rewash using correct
water temperature, water level, and
amount of detergent.
• Add nonprecipitating water conditioner
wash water.
• See Washing Procedures for sorting and
preparing the wash load.
• Do not overload washer.
• Use correct amount of detergent, water
temperature and water level.
to
• Add liquid fabric softener to final rinse.
• Dry load in dryer.
• Remove lint with lint brush or roller.
• Use a lint brush or shaver to remove pills.
• Use fabric softener in the washer to lubricatq
fibers.
• When ironing, use spray starch or fabric
finish on collars and cuffs.
• Turn items inside out to reduce abrasion.
•Undissolved detergent.
•Some nonphosphate granular
detergents can combine with hard
water minerals to form a residue.
• Reduce load size.
• Add dissolved detergent to tub.
load.
• Overloading the washer.
• Reduce load size.
• Agitation time too short.
• Wash water temperature too low.
• Not enough detergent.
• Do not pour liquid fabric softener
directly on fabric. See package directions
or Washing Procedures for proper diluting
• May be irreversible if rips, tears and seams
cannot be mended.
Rewash
• Mix 1 cup (240 ml) white vinegar to 1
gallon (3.8 L) warm water in plastic
container. Soak item. Rinse and rewash.
• Rinse in cold water with liquid fabric
softener.
Yellow buildup of
body soil on
synthetic fabrics
hottest
• Soak in detergent booster or product
containing enzymes.
• Wash in hot water (120°F/49°C) using full
permanent press cycle. Increase detergent.
Add bleach safe for fabric.
• Increase water temperature using hottest
water safe for fabric.
• Do not overload washer.
• Use liquid detergent or use nonprecipitating
water conditioner with nonphosphate
granular detergent.
• Do not overload washer.
• Remove items from washer as soon as cycle
is completed.
• Use liquid fabric softener.
• Wash synthetics frequently using water at
least I O0°F (37°C) and correct water level.
• Or, treat with color remover.
Yellow or brown
rust stains
• Iron or manganese in water supply,
water pipes, or water heater.
• To restore discolored load of whites, use
rust remover safe for fabric.
Do not use chlorine bleach to remove
rust stains. It may intensify
discoloration.
• Use nonprecipitating water softener.
• Before washing, run hot water for a few
minutes to clear lines.
• Drain water heater occasionally.
• For an ongoing problem, install an iron filter
in your water supply system.
Care and Cleaning
r!,__'_lJIIl[0]_l Use care with laundry
products. They can damage finish on
the washer.
Inside
•
Remove items from thewasher as soon asthe cycle ends. Excesswrinkling, color
transfer, and odors may develop in items left in the washer.
•
Dry the washer top, the area around the lid opening, and the underside of the
lid. These areas should always be dry before the lid is closed.
•
Before cleaning the washer interior, unplug the electrical power cord to
avoid electrical shock hazards.
When extremely soiled items have been washed, a dirty residue may remain on
the tub. Remove this by wiping the tub with a nonabrasive household cleanser.
Rinse thoroughly with water.
•
The agitator or tub may become stained from fabric dye. Clean these parts with
a nonabrasive household cleanser. This prevents dye transfer to future loads.
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. If top or lid becomes stained, clean with diluted
chlorine bleach [1/2 cup (120 ml) in 1 quart (.95 L) water]. Rinse several times
with clear water.
•
Remove glue residue from tape or labels with a mixture ofwarm water and mild
detergent. Or, touch residue with the sticky side of the tape or label.
•
Before moving the washer, place a strip of cardboard or thin fiberboard under
the front leveling legs to prevent floor damage.
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:
Follow Winterizing
Instructions for cold
weather care.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Turn off water supply faucets.
Disconnect hoses from water supply and drain water from hoses.
Plug electrical cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet.
Add 1 gallon nontoxic recreational vehicle (RV)antifreeze to empty wash tub.
Close lid.
5.
Set cycle selector knob at a spin setting. Pull out knob and let washer spin for
1 minute to drain out all water. Not all of the RV antifreeze will be expelled.
Push in knob, unplug electrical power cord, dry tub interior, and close lid.
Store washer in an upright position.
To remove antifreeze from washer after storage, run empty washer through a
complete cycle using detergent. Do not add wash load.
6.
7.
8.
Avoid Service
Checklist
Before calling for service, review this list. It may save both time and expense. The list includes
common concerns that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this washer.
OCCURRENCE
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
or gear sounds.
A certain amount of "clunking" or gear
sounds are normal in a heavy-dutywasher.
This is normal.
Rattling and clanking noise.
Foreign objects such as coins or safety pins
may be in tub or pump.
Stop washer and check tub. If noise continues after
washer is restarted, objects may be in pump. Call your
authorized servicer.
Belt buckles and metal fasteners are hitting
wash tub.
To prevent unnecessary noise and damage
fasten fasteners and turn items inside out.
Squealing sound or hot
rubber odor.
Washer is overloaded.
Do not overload washer. Stop washer and reduce load.
Thumping
Heavywash loadsmayproducea thumping
sound.
This is usually normal. If sound continues, washer is
probably out of balance. Stop washer and redistribute
wash load.
Washer is not resting firmly on floor.
Move washer so it rests firmly on floor. Adjust leveling
legs. See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for details.
Shipping bolt and block have not been
removed during installation.
See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for removing
shipping bolt and block.
Wash load unevenly distributed
Stop washer and rearrange wash load.
NOISE
"Clunking"
Vibrating
sound.
noise.
in tub.
to tub,
OPERATING
Washer does not start.
Washer won't
spin.
Residue left in tub.
Electrical power cord may not be plugged
in or connection may be loose.
Make 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. Do not increase
fuse capacity. If problem is a circuit overload, have it
corrected by a qualified electrician.
If problem is a
power outage, call local electric company.
Water supply faucets are not turned on.
Turn on water supply faucets.
Cycle selector is not in correct position.
Move indicator clockwise slightly. Pull out knob.
Motor is overheated.
Washer motor will stop if it becomes overheated. It will
automatically restart after a cool down period of up to
30 minutes (if washer has not been manually turned
off).
Lid is not completely
closed.
Close lid completely.
Heavily soiled items.
Wipe tub with a nonabrasive household cleanser, then
rinse. Shake or brush excess dirt and sand from items
before washing.
10
OCCURRENCE
WATER
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Wash load too wet after
spin.
Washer is overloaded.
Do not overload washer. SeeWashing Procedures.
Load is out of balance.
Rearrange load to allow proper spinning.
Drain hose is kinked.
Straighten drain hose.
Water supply is not adequate in area.
Checkanotherfaucetinthehouse.
supply and pressure increase.
Water supply faucets are not completely open.
Fully open hot and cold faucets.
Water is being used elsewhere in the house.
Water pressure must be at least 30 psi (260 kPa).
Avoid running water elsewhere while washer is
filling.
Water inlet hoses are kinked.
Straighten
Improper water levelselection (for models with
water level/load size control).
Select higher water level/load size.
Washer is overloaded.
Do not overload
Water does not enter
washer or it enters slowly,
Water level does not cover
load.
SOLUTION
Waituntilwater
hoses.
washer. When control
is set at
highest fill level, dry load level should not be higher
than top row of circular holes in wash tub.
Warm or hot water is not
hot enough.
Hot water heater is set too low or isa distance
from washer.
Measure hot water temperature at nearby faucet
with
candy or meat thermometer.
Water
temperature should be at least 130°F (70°C). Adjust
water heater as necessary.
Hot water is being used elsewhere in the house.
Avoid using hot water elsewhere before or during
washer use. There may not be enough hot water
available for proper cleaning. If problem persists,
your hot water system may be unable to support
more than 1 use at a time.
Water in washer does not
drain or drains slowly.
Drain hose is kinked or clogged.
Clean and straighten the drain hose.
Water
Fill hose connection
Check and tighten hose connections.
sealing washers provided.
Install rubber
House drain pipes are clogged.
Unclog drain pipes. Contact plumber
if necessary.
Oversudsing.
Use less detergent.
leaks.
at faucet or washer.
Incorrect wash and rinse
Hot and cold water
temperatures,
wrong supply faucets,
Water is entering washer
but tub does not fill.
Drain hose standpipe
hoses are connected
to
Connect
hot water hose to hot water faucet and
cold water hose to cold water faucet.
is incorrect height.
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Standpipe must be a minimum of 33" (83.82 cm)
high to prevent siphoning.
See INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS.
FRIGIDAIRE TOP LOAD WASHER WARRANTY
Your Frigidaire
product
is protected
WARRANTY
PERIOD
FULL ONE-YEAR
WARRANTY
One year from
purchase date.
LIMITED 2ND - 5TH
YEAR WARRANTY
FULL 25-YEAR
INNER WASH BASKET
WARRANTY
(Excluding
LIMITED
by this warranty
FRIGIDAIRE,
THE CONSUMER WILL BE
RESPONSIBLE FOR:
THROUGH ITS AUTHORIZED
SERVICERS, WILL:
Pay all costs for repairing
or replacing any parts of this
appliance
which prove to be defective
in materials or
workmanship.
Costs of service calls that are listed under NORMAL
RESPONSIBILITIES
OF THE CONSUMER.*
Second
through
fifth
years
from
original
purchase date.
Provide a replacement for a defectiveor malfunctioning
found in the washer transmission
(illustrated
below).
Costs for labor and replacement
defective transmission parts.
25 years from
purchase date.
Provide a replacement
and in-home service labor, without
charge, for an inner wash basket (illustrated
below) that
breaks due to defective materials or workmanship.
Costs of service calls that are listed under NORMAL
RESPONSIBILITIES
OF THE CONSUMER.*
All of the provisions of the full and limited
and the exclusions listed below apply.
Costs of the technician's travel to the home and any
costs for pick up and delivery of the appliance
required because of service.
original
original
part
parts other
than
Alaska)
WARRANTY
Time periods listed above.
(Applicable
to the
State of Alaska)
warranties
above
Your appliance is warranted
by Frigidaire Company, a division of White Consolidated Industries, Inc. We authorize no person to change or add to
any of our obligations
under this warranty. Our obligations
for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by Frigidaire Company
Consumer Services or an authorized
Frigidaire servicer.
*NORMAL
RESPONSIBILITIES
OF THE CONSUMER
This warranty
applies
items listed below:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
only to products
in ordinary
household
use, and the consumer
is responsible
for the
Proper use of the appliance in accordance with instructions
provided with the product.
Proper installation
by an authorized
servicer in accordance with instructions
provided with the appliance and in
accordance with all local plumbing,
electrical and/or gas codes.
Proper connection to a grounded power supply of sufficient voltage, replacement
of blown fuses, repair of loose
connections or defects in house wiring.
Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal of trim, cupboards, shelves, etc., which are
not a part of the appliance when it was shipped from the factory.
Damages to finish after installation.
Replacement of light bulbs and/or fluorescent tubes (on models with these features).
EXCLUSIONS
This warranty
does not cover the following:
1. CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING
FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY.
Note: Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages, so this limitation
or exclusion may not apply to you.
2. Service calls which do not involve malfunction
or defects in workmanship
or material, or for appliances not in ordinary
household use. The consumer shall pay for such service calls.
3. Damages caused by services performed by persons other than authorized Frigidaire servicers; use of parts other than
Frigidaire Company Genuine Renewal Parts; obtained from persons other than such servicers; or external causes such
as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply or acts of God.
4.
Products with original serial numbers that have been removed or altered and cannot be readily determined.
IF YOU NEED
SERVICE
Keep your bill of sale, delivery slip, or some other appropriate
payment record. The date on the bill establishes the warranty
period should service be required.
If service is performed,
it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts. This
written warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from state to state. Service under
this warranty must be obtained by following
these steps, in order:
1.
2.
Contact Frigidaire Company Consumer Services or an authorized
Frigidaire servicer.
If there is a question as to where to obtain service, contact our Consumer Assistance
Frigidaire
P.O. Box 7181
Dublin, Ohio 43017
(800) 944-9044
Center at:
mFRIGIDAIRE
COMPANY
Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice. All warranties are made
by White Consolidated
Industries, Inc. This warranty applies only in the 50 states of the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico.
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