Frigidaire FAFW3921NW0, Use & Care Manual

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Page 2: ...model and serial numbers of your washer are found on the washer serial plate located on the inside of the door Record and retain these numbers Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date Read all instructions before using this appliance This book contains valuable information about Operation o Care Service Keep it in a safe place This Use and Care Guide provides general operating instructions for you...

Page 3: ...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 This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas Hydrogen gas is flammable do not smoke or use an open flame during this time Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Failure to comply wi...

Page 4: ...to the washer All repairs and servicing must be performed by an authorized servicer unless specifically recommended in this Use Care Guide Use only authorized factory parts Do not tamper with controls Do not install or store the washer where it will be ex posed to the weather Do not install on carpet Install washer on a solid floor It may be necessary to reinforce the floor to prevent vibration or...

Page 5: ...ch with Safety Lock I i I Inner glass with small article redistribution ramp Stainless Steel Wash Drum Adjustable Leveling Legs Vent Latch Cascading Wash Vanes As an ENERGY STAR _ Partner Electrolux Major Appliances has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR_ guidelines for energy efficiency ...

Page 6: ...pressure in your home C DRAIN PUMP Your washer is equipped with a high velocity drain pump It is normal to hear humming and gurgling sounds as water is pumped from the washer Both of these sounds are normal and indicate that your pump is functioning correctly D HIGH SPEED MOTOR A powerful motor is used to drive the drum to high spin speeds to extract water from your load You will hear a sound asso...

Page 7: ...berglass left in the drum may transfer to fabrics in other loads and cause skin irritation 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 non washable trims and ornaments Mend rips and tears to prevent further damage dur ing washing Turn knit items inside out to prevent pilling 3 Mesh bag ...

Page 8: ...e MAX line for large loads DO NOT fill above the maximum fill line Liquid or Powder Detergent Use the cap or scoop provided by the detergent manufacturer to measure the amount recommended Detergent dosage may need to be adjusted for water temperature water hardness load size and soil level Other Wash Products Color safe bleach water conditioner detergent booster and enzyme products may be added wi...

Page 9: ...estimated remaining cycle time Add the item close the door and press START to resume the cycle If changes to the settings or options are attempted after the cycle starts you will hear several beeps when the buttons are pressed To change the set tings or options press pause make the new selec tions and press START again To change the cycle once the cycle has begun press cancel select a new cycle an...

Page 10: ...g a new cycle lust turning the cycle selector knob to another selection will not change the cycle heavy duty Use this cycle for heavily soiled durable garments ex towels sports gear or fabric tote bags For best soil and stain removal use the hottest water safe for the fabrics being washed normal Use this load for cotton linen towels shirts sheets denims and mixed loads casual Use this cycle for co...

Page 11: ...ater is used to cool and rinse the load Only sanitizing cycles have been designed to meet the requirements of NSF P172 protocol for sanitization NSF Protocol P172 LSanitization Performance of Residential r and Commercial Family Sized Clothes Washers hot Use this setting for heavily soiled white or colorfast cottons and blends warm Use this setting for normally soiled white or colorfast cottons or ...

Page 12: ...rn to factory settings press the START pause and select buttons at the same time and hold until the signal sounds chime A signal will sound at the end of the cycle if this option is selected The signal has an adjustable volume level or can be turned off stain clean Use the stain clean option to add a 5 minute soak in the middle of the wash portion of the cycle energy saver on select models The ene...

Page 13: ...ycle o Door Lock Sensing Wash Touch Pause to Add a Garment Vent Latch Help prevent odor buildup and mildew between washes by utilizing your washer s vent latch feature To apply the vent latch 1 open the door slightly 2 lift the latch arm and then 3 press the arm down onto the plastic door strike snapping it in place The vent latch can be released either of two ways by pulling door out and manually...

Page 14: ...ART J These Temperature Spin Speeds Soil Levels and Options are available with the following cycles temp hot wa rm cool cold cold water clean spin speed max high medium low no spin soil level heavy normal light options chime stain clean extended spin fresh rinse delay start Available selections _c E 8 8 E 05 c C_cle defaults Non modifiable presets ...

Page 15: ...n opt_e_ls _ _e_ START s_eed _ _evel _a_se These Temperature Spin Speeds Soil Levels and Options are available with the following cycles temp sanitize hot warm cold cold water clean spin speed max high medium low no spin soil level heavy normal light options chime stain clean energy saver fresh rinse delay start Available selections E o 8 8 o E c i ii iiili iii i i HilH i i iii i liiiii iii i iii ...

Page 16: ...de the home Vapors can explode on contact with flames or sparks For Successful Stain Removal Remove stains promptly Determine the kind of stain then follow the recom mended treatment in the stain removal chart on the next page To pretreat stains use a prewash product liquid detergent or a paste made from powder detergent and water Use cold water on unknown stains because hot water can set stains C...

Page 17: ...er stain frequently Rinse thoroughly Wash using hottest water safe for fabric motor oils 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 M...

Page 18: ...I tel le e use Press and hold both for ten seconds to enter system clean cycle clean cycle will cause a severe out oFbalance situation that could damage the washing machine REMOVEALL ITEMS FROM WASH DRUM before filling the detergent chamber with one 1 cup of liquid chlorine bleach OR one 1 pouch of TIDP _WASHING MACHINE CLEANER DO NOT use both Press START to begin For best results Immediately foll...

Page 19: ... use a small brush to clean the recess Remove all residue from the upper and lower parts of the recess Replace the insert by pressing it in place until you hear a slight click Return the dispenser drawer Daily Preventive Maintenance Remove items from the washer as soon as the cycle ends Excess wrinkling color transfer and odors may develop in items left in the washer If there are no small children...

Page 20: ... spraying a Bleach Cleaner on a scrub brush soft sponge or towel and scrubbing s_ 1 _ o o L_ _ sol te_ _ le e Press and hold both for ten seconds to enter System Clean cycle SYAI t _us_ Always wear rubber or latex gloves and protect floor and clothing from damage If odor is still left after bleach cycle s and bleach cleaner open the detergent drawer and pour one 1 pouch of TIDP _WASHING MACHINE CL...

Page 21: ...ey can damage the finish or controls 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 1 Turn off water supply faucets 2 Disconnect hoses from water supply and drain water from hoses 3 Plug electrical cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet 4 Add 1 gall...

Page 22: ...em 1 hour Rinse If caused by fabric softener rub stains with bar soap Wash Rewash with correct amount of detergent and hottest water safe for fabric Add bleach safe for fabric e e e e Avoid overfilling detergent and fabric softener compart ments of dispenser e e Treat with prewash stain remover or liquid detergent Increase detergent and wa ter temperature Rewash Rub fabric softener stains with bar...

Page 23: ... booster or product containing en zymes Wash in hottest water safe for fabric using casual cycle Increase detergent Add bleach safe for fabric or treat with color remover 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 fabric softener in the washer to lubricate fibers When ironing use spray st...

Page 24: ...wash load immedi ately upon cycle completion Remove dispenser drawer and wipe dispenser and inserts with combination of 3 4cup liquid chlorine bleach and one gallon hot water Rinse well and repeat if necessary Return drawer to location NOTE Wear rub ber of latex gloves Protect floor and clothing from bleach damage Use only HE high efficiency detergent along with rec ommended dosage At the end of e...

Page 25: ...TION INSTRUCTIONS for details Shipping bolts and foam block have not See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for removing ship been removed during installation ping bolts and foam block Wash load unevenly distributed in drum Stop washer and rearrange wash load Washer does not start Electrical power cord may not be plugged Make sure plug fits tightly in wall outlet in or connection may be loose House fuse bl...

Page 26: ...re hot water temperature at nearby faucet with hot enough distance from washer candy or meat thermometer Water temperature should be at least 120 F 49 C Adjust water heater as neces sary Hot water is being used elsewhere in the Avoid using hot water elsewhere before or during house washer use There may not be enough hot water avail able for proper cleaning If problem persists your hot water system...

Page 27: ...than genuine Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies or external causes such as abuse misuse inadequate power supply accidents fires or acts of God DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES LIMITATION OF REMEDIES CUSTOMER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED W...

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