Frigidaire FAFS4272LW0 Use & Care Manual

Frigidaire FAFS4272LW0 Use & Care Manual

Front-load washer
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CONTENTS
Important Safety Instructions ..............................
2-4
care and _leaning .....................................
26-29
Features ...............................................................
5
SoluUons to Co_on
Pioble_s ........... iiiii ...... _0-34
Operating Instructions ......................................
6-20
Warranty .......................................................
35
Washer Settings Chart ....................................
21-23
Notes ......................................................
..... 36
Stain Removal Guide ......................................
24-25
Franc;ais.........................................................
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www,frigidaire.com
USA 1-800-944-9044
www,ffigidaire.ca
Canada 1-800-265-8352
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  • Page 1 _leaning ........26-29 Operating Instructions ........6-20 Warranty ............Features ............... SoluUons to Co_on Pioble_s ... iiiii .._0-34 Washer Settings Chart ........21-23 Notes ............36 Stain Removal Guide ........24-25 Franc;ais............[[:_ www,frigidaire.com USA 1-800-944-9044 www,ffigidaire.ca Canada 1-800-265-8352...
  • Page 2: What To Do If You Smell Gas

    For your safety the following information in this manual Please read all instructions before using this washer. must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or death. Recognize safety symbols, words Do not store or use gasoline...
  • Page 3: Prevent Fire

    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 Injury

    PREVENT INJURY PREVENT INJURY AND DAHAGE 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.
  • Page 5 LCD Display Cycle Selector Control Lock Laundry Product Drum Light* Dispenser Drawer Door Latch with Safety Lock Door Strik inner glass with small article redistribution ramp Vent Latch Stainless Steel Wash Drum Adjustable Cascading Wash Vanes Leveling Legs As an ENERGY STAR_ Partner, Electrolux Major Appliances has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR_ guidelines for energy efficiency.
  • Page 6: Normal Operating Sounds

    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. For best results Use a low-sudsing, high efficiency detergent to prevent oversudsing in front load washers. Look for this symbol on the detergent label: Detergent, liquid chlorine bleach and liquid fabric soft- ener will be dispensed at the proper times in the cycle.
  • Page 9 Operating Your Washer, continued Other Wash Products Liquid Chlorine Bleach z_ - Color-safe bleach, water conditioner, detergent - If desired, add liquid chlorine bleach to the cham- booster and enzyme products may be added with the ber labeled "Liquid Bleach" and marked with this symbol: z_.
  • Page 10 Operating Your Washer, continued when the buttons are pressed. To change the set- tings or options, press Pause, make the new selec- Select the appropriate cycle and settings for tions and press Start again. the load, To change the cycle once the cycle has begun, - Turn the cycle selector knob in either direction to press Cancel, select a new cycle, and press Start select the cycle desired.
  • Page 11: Cycle Selection

    normal casual whitest quick whites wash aLLergy heavy/ bu{ky sanitize Specialty Cycles may include, but not limited to: norma[ casual whitest quick ,leans whites wash • Kids Wear aLLergy _ heavy _hot _high • Stuffed Toys heavy/ • Active Wear bulky •...
  • Page 12 Cycle Selection1 continued tumble wash action are followed by 5 minutes of gentle Sanitize tumbling, 2 rinses and a final spin. Fresh Water Use the Sanitize cycle to clean and sanitize heavily Rinse and Stain Pretreat (on select models) are soiled, colorfast fabrics including towels, bedding, and available with this cycle.
  • Page 13 Cycle Selection, continued and Energy Saver are available options. All wash Jeans (on select models) temperatures except Sanitize (on select models) and all Wash an entire load of denim jeans with the Jeans soil levels are available. cycle. It provides 20 minutes of reversing tumble wash action with Auto Temp Cold water, Medium Spin Casual...
  • Page 14 Specialty Cycle Selection, continued Pet Beds (on select models) Jeans Wash soft-sided pet beds, pet pillows or pet blankets Wash an entire load of denim jeans with the Jeans with the Pet Beds cycle. The Allergy option will cycle. It provides 20 minutes of reversing tumble wash kill dust mites and eliminate 95% of pet dander with action with Auto Temp Cold water, Medium Spin...
  • Page 15: Cycle Settings

    Cycle Settings Follow the fabric care label instructions 1_/_ best results This setting has been certified by NSF International, on items to be dried. an independent third party testing and certification Appropriate wash temperature, spin speeds, soil level and organization dedicated to public health, safety and options will automatically be displayed for each cycle.
  • Page 16: Cycle Options

    Cycle Options To add options, press the corresponding options buttons to illuminate the selections desired. To delete options, press the options buttons again and the indicator lights will turn off. Some Options require a "Press & Hold" effort to activate or deactivate the secondary function. Not all options are available on every model.
  • Page 17 Cycle Options, continued Add Steam Select this option to add approximately 20 minutes of tumbling in steam during the wash cycle. It is recommended for heavily soiled loads to help enhance the release of tough stains from fabrics after initial agitation.
  • Page 18 Cycle Options, continued Pre Wash Select this option to add a short initial wash period to a cycle. Heavily soiled and stained loads will prewash for approximately 5 minutes. The water will drain and the load will automatically advance to the regular wash cycle.
  • Page 19: Other Features

    Other Features Status Display/Status Lights STATUS DISPLAY The estimated total cycle time will be displayed when the cycle is selected. The time may increase if water The following will also be displayed at the pressure is low, oversudsing occurs or the load becomes appropriate times during the cycle: unbalanced.
  • Page 20 Clean Washer Cycle TO REFRESH OR CLEAN INSIDE OF WASHER oDtions To clean and freshen the washer, perform the Clean Washer cycle. For best results use the Clean Washer sanitize _ max _ max cycle once a month. To begin the cycle, press Select _hot _hgh _ heavy...
  • Page 21 a_lergy buLky [Jii[ sm_it ze heavy/ These Temperature, Spin Speeds, Soil Levels and Options are available with the following cycles: _" £3. >_
  • Page 22 sanitize These Temperature, Spin Speeds, Soil Levels and Options are available with the following cycles: Specialty Cycles
  • Page 23 These Temperature, Spin S peeds, Soil Levels and Options are available with the following cycles: Specialty Cycles "-- ¢0 "_ • - "5 Auto Temp Sanitize _/" Warm Cold Cold Water Clean Spin Speed High Medium No Spin Soil Level Heavy Normal Light...
  • Page 24 Safe Stain Removal Procedures To reduce the risk of fire or serious injury to persons or properly, comply with the basic warnings listed below: HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD * Read and comply with all instructions on stain re- Do not use or mix liquid chlorine bleach with other moval products.
  • Page 25: Stain Removal

    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 26 Inside Routine Cleaning (Preventative) To help prevent odors, mold or mildew, leave the door open for a few hours after use or whenever the washer is ootions not in use. + sanitize + hot + hig ] + heavy + _sh warm _ medium + rtorma[...
  • Page 27: Maintenance

    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.
  • Page 28: For Best Results

    Inside Cleaning (Aggressive) In cases where the Clean Washer cycle along with care and cleaning of rubber gasket folds isn't done, and severe oDtions odor, mold, mildew, or residue buildup have developed, follow the below cleaning procedure to help alleviate the sanitize problem, _ hig ]...
  • Page 29 Outside Routine Cleaning o 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 30: Common Washing Problems

    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 31 Common Washing Problems, continued PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES PREVENTIVE MEASURES SOLUTIONS • Use a lint brush or shaver to • Use fabric softener in the Pilling • Pilling is normal with syn- washer to lubricate fibers. (Fibers ball up thetic and permanent press remove pills, fabrics.
  • Page 32 Common Washing Problems, continued PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES 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. Scrub gasket with Comet Avoid overfilling detergent gasket Overloading wash drum.
  • Page 33 Service Prevention Checklist 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 SOLUTION High pitch "jet engine" A certain amount of motor whine is nor- noise, mal during the spin cycle.
  • Page 34 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 corn-...
  • Page 35 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.

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