Frigidaire FFFW4000QW0 User manual

TABLE OF
Important Safety InstructLons .............................. 2-3
Installation Requlrements .................................. 4-6
Installat_on Instructlons .................................... 7-10
Accessories ..........................................................
CONTENTS
Notes .............................................................. 12
Franr=als ............................................................ 13
Espafi01 .............................................................. 25
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Recognize safety symboisr words
and labels
Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with
a WARNING or CAUTION based on the risk type as
described below:
Definitions
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert
you to potential personal injury hazards, Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury
or death.
Shipping Hardware
{3 Foam shipping support (under wash tub)
removed and stored
{3 Shipping bolts and spacers removed from rear
of appliance and stored
[3 Hole plugs (shipped in bag in drum) installed in
holes in backsheet
Leveling
{3 Washer is level, side-to-side and front-to-back
{3 Cabinet is setting solid on all corners
Water Supply
{3 Use only new hoses and verify rubber sealing
washers are installed
{3 HOT supply is connected to HOT inlet and
COLD supply is connected to COLD inlet
{3 HOT and COLD water supply turned on
{3 No leaks present at water supply connections
or appliance inlet connections -
recheck in 24 hours
Drain
{3 Stand pipe or wall drain height minimum 24"
{3 Anti-siphon disc (shipped in drum)installed on
....................................................................................... drain hose
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious {3 Drain hose secured in place with cable tie
in!uEx:........................................................................................................................................................(shipped in drum)
Electrical Power
{3 House power turned on
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation {3 Washer plugged in
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury. Final Checks
{3 InstallaUon InstrucUons and Use and Care
Gu,dereadthorough,y
IMPORTANT indicates installation, operation or {3 Door locks and water enters drum when cycle
maintenance information which is important but not starts
hazard-related. {3 Registration card sent in

The electrical service to the washer must conform with
local codes and ordinances and the latest edition of the
National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70 or in Canada
the Canadian Electrical Code C22.1 part 1.
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For your safety the information in this manual must be
followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to
prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life,
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors
and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
Destroy the carton and plastic bags after the washer is
unpacked. Children might use them for play. Cartons
covered with rugs, bedspreads, or plastic sheets can
become airtight chambers causing suffocation. Place
all materials in a garbage container or make materials
inaccessible to children. installing, operating and maintaining any appliance.
Maximum benefits and enjoyment are achieved
when all the Safety and Operating Instructions are
understood and practiced as a routine with your
laundering tasks.
Save these instructions for future reference,
Tools and materials needed for installation:
OR OR
Adjustable 3/8"or ] 0 mm Ratchet and
wrench box wrench socket set
AND
Adjustable
pliers
AND
Carpenter'slevel
Inlet hose (x2)

Electrical system requirements
CIRCUIT - Individual, properly polarized and grounded
15 amp. branch circuit fused with 15 amp. time delay
fuse or circuit breaker.
POWER SUPPLY- 2 wire, with ground, 120 volt single
phase, 60 Hz, Alternating Current.
Because of potentially inconsistent voltage capabilities,
the use of this washer with power created by gas
powered generators, solar powered generators, wind
powered generators or any other generator other than
the local utility company is not recommended.
OUTLET RECEPTACLE- Properly grounded 3-prong
receptacle to be located so the power supply cord is
accessible when the washer is in an installed position.
Groundin_
wall
Power €ord With
B-preng greunded plug
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GFI (Ground Fault Interrupter) receptacle is not
required.
Ground requirements
Water supply requirements
Hot and cold water faucets MUSTbe installed within hose
length of your washer's water inlet. The faucets MUST
be 3/4 inch (1.9 cm) with threading for laundry hose
connection. Water pressure MUST be between 30 and
120 psi. Pressure difference between hot and cold cannot
be more than i0 psi. Your water department can advise
you of your water pressure.
Drain system requirements
1 Drain capable of eliminating 17 gals (64.3 L) per
minute.
2 A standpipe diameter of i-i/4 in. (3.18 cm)
minimum.
3The standpipe height above the floor should be:
Minimum height: 24 in. (6! cm)
Maximum height: 96 in. (244 cm)
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(244cm) Illl
max.
Drain hose attached to the washer can reach a 74 in.
(i88 cm) high standpipe. For higher standpipe, use
hose P/N 137098000, available from an authorized
parts distributor.
Improper connection of the equipment grounding
conductor can result in a risk of electrical shock. Check
with a licensed electrician if you are in doubt as to
whether the appliance is properly grounded.
1 The washer MUST be grounded. In the event of
malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce
the risk of electrical shock by a path of least
resistance for electrical current.
2 Since your washer is equipped with a power supply
cord having an equipment-grounding conductor
and a grounding plug, the plug MUSTbe plugged
into an appropriate, copper wired receptacle that is
properly installed and grounded in accordance with
all local codes and ordinances or in the absence
of local codes, with the National Electrical Codes,
ANSI/NFPA 70 (latest edition). If in doubt, call a
licensed electrician. DO NOT cut off or alter the
grounding prong on the power supply cord. In
situations where a two-slot receptacle is present,
it is the owner's responsibility to have a licensed
electrician replace it with a properly grounded three
prong grounding type receptacle.

Clearance requirements
INSTALL YOUR WASHER:
1 In an area exposed to dripping water or outside
weather conditions, The ambient temperature
should never be below 60° F (i5,6 ° C) to
maximize detergent effectiveness.
2 In an area (garage or garage-type building)
where gasoline or other flammables (including
automobiles) are kept or stored.
3 On carpet, Floor MUST be solid with a maximum
slope of 1 inch (2.5 cm). To minimize vibration
or movement, reinforcement of the floor may be
necessary.
Installation in a Recess or Closet
If washer and dryer are installed in the same closet,
door ventilation is required: A minimum of 120 square
inches (774,2 cm 2) of opening, equally divided at the top
and bottom of the door, is required. Louvered openings
should be located 3 inches (7,6 cm) from bottom and
top of door. Air openings are required to be unobstructed
when a door is installed. A Iouvered door with equivalent
air openings for the full length of the door is acceptable.
closet door
MINIMUM INSTALLATION CLEARANCES -Inches (cm)
SIDES REAR TOP FRONT
Alcove 0"(0 cm) 0" (0 cm)* 0" (0 cm) n/a
Under- 0"(0 cm) 0" (0 crn)* 0" (0 cm) n/a
Counter
Closet 0" (0 cm) 0" (0 cm)* 0" (0 cm) 1" (2.5 cm)
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Washer Dimensions
_49.5" (126 cm) _
to clear open door
freestand washer
on floor
floorline
washer mounted on
optional pedestal
floorline
27,8" (
to front of closed door
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water supply
connection on
rear of unit
27.0"
(6815 cm)
51,25"
(130 cm)
_50.8"(129 cm)*
to clear open door
floorline
_29.75"(75.5 cm)*_
to front of closed door t
71.5"
(182 cm)
water supply
connection
rear of unit
of gas unit
37"
(94 cm)
electrical
supply on
rear of uniP
centerline
height for
drain hose
_r of
unit 2
39"
(99 cm)
_Connection of water inlet hose on steam dryer adds 3/4 in, (2 cm) to installation depth.
1Power supply cord length on washer approximately 60 inches (152.5 cm),
2Drain hose length on washer approximately 52 inches (132 cm),
3Power supply cord length on gas dryer approximately 60 inches (152.5 cm).

Removing foam packaging
Destroy the carton and plastic bags after the washer is
unpacked.Chitdrenmightusethemforplay,Cartons
covered with rugs, bedspreads, or plastic sheets can
become airtight chambers causing suffocation, Place
aJtmaterials in a garbage container or make materials
inaccessibletochildren,
1 Temporarily remove door tape.
2 Open washer door and remove everything from the
drum.
3 Close door and reapply door tape.
4 Using a rug, blanket or piece of cardboard to
protect the floor, carefully lay the washer on it's
back.
EXCESSIVE WEIGHT HAZARD
To avoid back or other injury have more than one
person move or Iift the washer.
5 Remove styrofoam base and shipping plug and set
them aside.
6 Carefully return the washer to an upright position.
7 Carefully move the washer to within 4 feet (1 m) of
its final location.
Save styrofoam base and shipping plug for use to help
prevent washer damage during any future moves.
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Removing shipping hardware
Rubber expansion material on spacers may need
time to relax before they can be easily pulled through
-.... shipping hole.
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Remove all of the following:
4 BOLTS O 4 SPACERS
[] 2 P CLAMPS Save all shipping bolts and spacers for future use. If
the washer is to be transported at a later date, the
shipping hardware must be reinstalled to help prevent
sh!pp!ng damage: ..........................................................................................................................................................
Installing hole plugs
S
A 4 HOLE PLUGS
(IN BAG) I Locate 4 hole plugs in the small bag supplied
with washer instruction guides. Insert them in
the holes in washer back panel.

Leveling your washer
Excessive noise and vibration can be prevented by
properly leveling the washer.
1For free standing installation and with the washer
within 4 feet (1 m) of its final location, place a level
on top of the washer.
2 Use adjustable pliers to adjust the leveling legs so
the washer is level front-to-rear and side-to-side,
and stable corner-to-corner.
3Press down on alternate corners and sides and feel
for the slightest movement. Adjust the appropriate
leg(s) so the washer sits solidly on the floor on
ALL four legs. Keep the leveling leg extension at a
minimum for best performance of the washer.
For pedestal installations, see additional installation
instructions included with the pedestal.
Connecting inlet water
1Run some water from the hot and cold faucets
to flush the water lines and remove particles
that might clog the water valve screens and to
determine which faucet is hot and which is cold
supply.
RUBBER WASHERS
MUST BE PRESENT
USE ONLY
NEW HOSES
Hoses are not included with washer purchase, See
"Accessories" section for various inlet hose kits to fit
your specific installation,
2Connect the HOT inlet hose to the HOT inlet
connection on the washer and the COLD inlet
hose to the COLD inlet connection on the washer.
Tighten by hand until snug. Then tighten each
supply connection another 2/3 turn with pliers.
Do not cross thread or over-tighten these
connections,
3Connect the HOT inlet hose to the HOT water
supply and the COLD inlet hose to the COLD water
supply. Tighten by hand until snug. Then tighten
each supply connection another 2/3 turn with
pliers. Do not bend, kink or pinch water inlet
hoses.
4 Turn on the water and check for leaks.
HOT COLD _, ///

Connecting drain and electrical
1Locate the anti-siphon ring shipped with your
washer. Place it over the end of the drain hose and
slide it past the first ring of "accordion" ribs.
2 Form a "U" shape on the end of the drain hose
with the hose pointed toward the drain. Place the
formed end in a laundry tub or a standpipe and
secure the drain hose with the cable tie (provided
in the enclosure package) to the standpipe, inlet
hose, laundry tub, etc. so the hose does not pull
out from the force of the water.
The standpipe inside diameter must be 1-1/4" (3.2 cm)
minimum. There must be an air gap around the drain
hose in the standpipe. A snug hose fit can cause a
siphoning action.
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)Check to ensure the power is off at a circuit breaker/
fuse box before plugging the power cord into an outlet.
3 Plugthe power cord into a grounded outlet.
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3-pronggroundedplug
4Turn on the power at a circuit breaker/fuse box.
5Carefully slide the washer to its final position.
Recheck for level and rock corners for stability.
Remove and discard door tape.
6 Read the Use & Care Guide provided with the
washer. It contains valuable and helpful information
that will save you time and money.
7 Runthe washer through a complete cycle, checking
for water leaks and proper operation.
8 If you have any questions during initial operation,
please review the "Service Prevention Checklist" in
your Use & Care Guide before calling for service.
9 Placethese instructions in a location near the
washer for future reference.
))A wiring diagram and technical data sheet are located
under the washer top panel, on top of the detergent
dispenser housing.
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