Frigidaire FFFW5100PW User manual

All about the
Use &Care
of your Washer
TABLE OF CONTENTS
137619500B (1307)
Important Safety Instructions..............................2-4
Features...............................................................5
Operating Instructions......................................6-14
Stain Removal Guide ......................................15-16
Care and Cleaning..........................................17-20
Solutions to Common Problems.......................21-24
Warranty ............................................................25
Notes.................................................................26
Français..............................................................27
Español ..............................................................53

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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.
Recognize safety symbols, words
and labels
Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with
a WARNING or CAUTION based on the risk type as
described below:
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT indicates installation, operation or
maintenance information which is important but not
hazard-related.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING
Please read all instructions before using this washer.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury.
DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
Save these instructions for future reference.
NOTE
The instructions appearing in this Use and Care
Guide are not meant to cover every possible condition
and situation that may occur. Common sense and cau-
tion must be practiced when installing, operating and
maintaining any appliance.
Read all instructions before using this appliance. This
book contains valuable information about:
• Operation
• Care
• Service
Keep it in a safe place.
Model Number _________________________
Serial Number _________________________
Purchase Date _________________________
This Use and Care 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.
Use the washer only as instructed in this Use & Care
Guide .
Product Record
Record Your Model and Serial Numbers
The model and serial numbers of your washer are found
on the serial plate located inside the door opening.
Record and retain these numbers.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PREVENT FIRE
• Do not wash items that have been previously cleaned
in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, cleaning sol-
vents, 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.
• Do not put oily or greasy rags or clothing on top of the
washer. These substances give off vapors that could
ignite the materials.
• 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.
• Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be pro-
duced 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. 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 with these warnings could result in
fire, explosion, serious bodily injury and/or damage to
the rubber or plastic parts of the washer.
• Do not continue to use the washer if you hear squeak-
ing, grinding, rubbing or other unusual noises. This
could be a sign of mechanical breakdown and lead to
fire or serious injury. Contact a qualified technician
immediately.
PROTECT CHILDREN
• Do 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.
• Destroy the carton, plastic bag and other packing ma-
terials after the washer is unpacked. Children might use
them for play. Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads
or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers.
• Keep laundry products out of children’s reach. To pre-
vent personal injury, observe all warnings on product
labels.
• Before the washer is removed from service or dis-
carded, remove the washer door to prevent accidental
entrapment.
• Failure to comply with these warnings could result in
serious personal injuries.
WARNING
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:

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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PREVENT INJURY
• 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 INSTAL-
LATION INSTRUCTIONS for detailed grounding
procedures. If the washer is moved to a new location,
have it checked and reinstalled by a qualified service
person.
• To prevent personal injury or damage to the washer,
the electrical power cord 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 exten-
sion cord or an adaptor plug.
• 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 same load
unless specified on the label.
• Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such
as vinegar.
PREVENT INJURY AND DAMAGE TO THE APPLIANCE
To prevent serious personal injury and damage to the
washer:
• All repairs and servicing must be performed by an au-
thorized 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
exposed 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 movement.
• Do not sit on, step on or stand on the washer. Do not
rest heavy loads on top. The washer is not meant to
support weight.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect this
appliance from the power supply before attempting
any user maintenance. Canceling a cycle or turning the
power off at the console does not disconnect this appli-
ance from the power supply.
• To prevent injury, do not reach into the washer while
parts are moving. Before loading, unloading or adding
items, press cancel button to stop the cycle. Allow the
wash tub to coast to a complete stop before reaching
inside.
• This washer is equipped with an electrical overload
protector. The washer motor will stop if it becomes
overheated.
• Failure to comply with these warnings could result in
serious personal injuries.
WARNING
FIRE/ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
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.
WARNING
HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD
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.

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FEATURES
Control Lock
Door Latch with
Safety Lock
Cycle Selector
Laundry Product
Dispenser Drawer
Cascading
Wash Vanes
Stainless Steel
Wash Drum
Adjustable
Leveling Legs
LED Display
Door Striker
Vent Latch
Inner glass with small
article redistribution ramp

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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. This is a normal part of the operation of the
washer.
B. WATER VALVES/DISPENSER As water enters
the dispenser system, it is common to hear a water
flowing sound. This normal sound will vary slightly
based on the water 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 associated with
these higher spin speeds. This sound is normal and
will vary slightly as the spin speed varies with load size
and cycle selected.
A
B
C
D
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
Abnormal, on-going sounds may be an indication of a
pending washer failure and should be investigated by a
qualified technician.

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Operating Your Washer
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(Mesh bag not included.)
1 Sort laundry into loads that can
be washed together.
• Sort items
by recom-
mended cycle
and water temperature.
• Separate white, light and colorfast items from dark
and non-colorfast items.
• Separate items that shed lint from items that
attract lint. Casual, synthetic, knit, and corduroy
items will pick up lint from towels, rugs, and che-
nille bedspreads.
• Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled
items.
• Separate lacy, sheer, loosely knit, or delicate items
from durable items.
• Do not machine wash items containing fiberglass.
Small particles of fiberglass left in the drum may
transfer to fabrics in other loads and cause skin
irritation.
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 non-washable trims and ornaments.
• Mend rips and tears to prevent further damage
during washing.
• Turn knit items inside out to prevent pilling.
• Place delicate and small items such as bras, hosiery
and baby socks in a mesh bag.
• Combine large and small items in a load.
• Load large items first. Large items should not be
more than half the total wash load.
• Washing single items such as a sweater, towel or
jeans is inefficient and may cause an out-of-bal-
ance load. Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balance
the load.
• Wash a single heavy item such as a king-sized
comforter, bedspread or sleeping bag separately.
• The washer can be fully loaded, but the items
should not be tightly packed. The door should close
easily.
3 Pretreat stains and heavy soil.
• See Stain Removal Guide in this guide for
safe, successful
stain removal
instructions.
4 Add laundry load to washer.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to
persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS in
this Use and Care Guide before operating your washer.

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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:
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT
Open and close the dispenser drawer slowly. Closing
the drawer too quickly could result in early dispensing
of the bleach or fabric softener.
IMPORTANT
To prevent fabric damage, do not overfill the “LIQUID
BLEACH” chamber or pour liquid chlorine bleach
directly onto the load.
IMPORTANT
Use of multi-product (detergent plus softener) sheets
or color-absorbing sheets NOT recommended. They
could disable your machine and result in unwarranted
repair costs.
IMPORTANT
Do not mix liquids and powders.
NOTE
To prevent staining, do not overfill the “Fabric
Softener” chamber or pour liquid fabric softener
directly on the wash load.
NOTE
From time to time you may see water in the “LIQUID
BLEACH” and “FABRIC SOFTENER” chambers. This is
part of the normal operation of the washer.
5 Add laundry products to the dispenser.
Detergent, liquid chlorine bleach and liquid fabric soft-
ener will be dispensed at the proper times in the cycle.
Operating Your Washer, continued
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 with the deter-
gent. Put liquid products with liquid detergent in the
“DETERGENT WASH” chamber or powder products with
powder detergent in the “DETERGENT WASH” chamber.
Liquid Chlorine Bleach
• If desired, add liquid chlorine bleach to the cham-
ber labeled “LIQUID BLEACH” and marked with this
symbol .
• Fill to the MIN line for small loads or the MAX line
for large loads.
• DO NOT fill above the maximum fill line.
• Add color-safe bleach with the detergent.
Liquid Fabric Softener
• If desired, pour the recommended amount of liquid
fabric softener into the chamber labeled “FABRIC
SOFTENER” and marked with this symbol .
• Fill to the MIN line for small loads or the MAX line
for large loads.
• DO NOT fill above the maximum fill line.
• Use of a fabric softener-dispensing ball is not
recommended in tumble action washers.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Operating Your Washer, continued
Follow the fabric care label instructions
on items to be dried.
For best results
NOTE
If the cycle is interrupted during spin, it will take
approximately 2-3 minutes for the door lock to release.
DO NOT force open the door.
NOTE
To provide the best care for your laundry, not every
setting or option is available with every cycle. If a
setting or option is not available for the cycle selected,
the indicator will not light.
CAUTION
ENTRAPMENT and TIP-OVER HAZARD
Do not leave the door open if there are small children
or pets present. An open door could entice children to
hang on the door or crawl inside the washer. If there
are no small children present, you may leave the door
ajar to prevent odor build up.
• A signal will sound at the end of the cycle if the
chime option has been selected.
• Remove items from the washer when the cycle
ends and place in dryer, line dry or dry flat as
directed on the fabric care label.
• Excess wrinkling, color transfer or odors may
develop in items left in the washer after the cycle
has ended, if not removed promptly.
cancel
spin
speed
START
pause
soil
level
options
select
auto
temp
delay
start To return to factory
settings, press these
two buttons at the
same time and
hold until the signal
sounds.
6 Select the appropriate cycle and settings for
the load.
• Turn the cycle selector knob in either direction to
select the cycle desired.
• The estimated cycle time, suitable wash and rinse
water temperatures, final spin speed, soil level,
and options for each cycle will be indicated for the
cycle selected. See the “Washer Settings Chart” for
more details.
• To change the settings, press the temp, spin
speed and soil level buttons to scroll to the
desired settings.
• To select or delete an option, press options; then,
while the indicator is blinking, press select. The
indicator will light when the option has been se-
lected. It will no longer be lighted when the option
has been deleted.
• Adjustments to a cycle will be remembered and re-
called each time that cycle is selected in the future.
• 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
settings or options, press pause, make the new
selections and press START again.
• To change the cycle once the cycle has begun,
press cancel, select a new cycle, and press Start
again. Just turning the cycle selector knob will not
change the cycle.
• To stop the cycle, press cancel.
7 Start the washer.
• Close the door and press START. The washer will
not operate with the door open. “ PAU ” will be
displayed as a reminder to close the door.
• Select delay start to delay the beginning of the
cycle, if desired.
• As a safety measure, the door will automatically
lock during the entire wash cycle and the Door
Lock indicator will be lighted.
• “Touch Pause to Add a Garment”
To add a forgotten item to the wash drum, press
Pause and open the door. “ PAU ” will be displayed
alternately with the estimated remaining cycle time.
Add the item, close the door and press START to
resume the cycle.

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Turn the cycle selector in either direction to the cycle
desired. The indicator for that cycle will be illuminated.
Cycle Selection
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
This manual covers many models and not all cycles, options, or features listed are available on every model. Consoles shown above for
reference only. Your model may differ.
Follow the fabric care label instructions
on items to be washed.
For best results
heavy
normal
light
cancel
spin
speed
START
pause
soil
level
options
select
auto
temp
max
medium
high
low
no spin
energy saver
stain clean
freshwater
rinse
chime
door lock
sensing
wash
touch pause
to add a garment
delay
start
normal
bulky
delicates
casual
rinse & spin
heavy
spin only
hot
cool
warm
cold
cold water
clean
heavy
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.
bulky
This cycle is designed for bulky items such as
comforters, blankets, mattress pads, sleeping bags and
similar items.
normal
Use this load for cotton, linen, towels, shirts, sheets,
denims and mixed loads.
casual
Use this cycle for cottons and blends with a permanent
press or no-iron finish.
delicates
Use this cycle for lightly soiled knits and delicates which
require gentle washing.
spin only
Use the spin only cycle anytime you want to drain
water from the washer and spin out the load or as a
follow-up to a no spin selection. Select the spin speed
appropriate to the load.
rinse & spin
Select rinse & spin for loads that need a cold water
rinse or to add fabric softener that may have been
omitted in a regular cycle. Add the fabric softener
to the dispenser chamber. Select the spin speed
appropriate for the load.
To change the cycle once it has begun, press the cancel
button before selecting a new cycle. Just turning the
cycle selector knob to another selection will not change
the cycle.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Cycle Settings
Appropriate wash temperature, spin speeds, soil level
and options will automatically be displayed for each
cycle. The settings can be changed before the cycle is
started. Make modifications according to fiber content,
colorfastness and soil level. Modifications for each cycle
will be remembered and recalled each time that cycle is
selected in the future. If changes are attempted after the
cycle starts, the lights will blink, the signal will beep and
“ Err ” will be displayed.
SPIN SPEED
SOIL LEVEL
Max, high, medium and low spin speeds are available
for each cycle. The spin speed and/or duration of final
spin vary from model to model and cycle to cycle.
Increasing the spin speed will extract more water,
decrease drying time and conserve energy. Decreasing
the spin speed will reduce wrinkling.
Select low spin speed to gently spin items that should
be line dried.
Use no spin to omit the final spin at the end of the cycle.
The load will be very wet. Remove items from the wash
drum to drip dry or select a spin only or rinse & spin
cycle to remove excess water at a more convenient time.
Adjust the wash time based on the soil level of each load.
Heavy, normal, and light soil levels are available.
WASH WATER TEMPERATURE
To change the preset temperature, press the temp
button to scroll to the desired setting. A cold water rinse
saves energy and reduces wrinkling.
To protect your fabrics, not all temperatures are available
with every cycle. The indicator will not light if the setting
is not available with that cycle.
Wash water temperatures are automatically regulated to
maximize detergent effectiveness and improve washing
performance. The water heater setting and its distance
from the washer, water usage in other parts of the home,
and seasonally low ground water temperature in some
geographic areas can affect water temperature.
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 blends.
cool
Use this setting for normally soiled sheets, casual items
and washable woolens.
cold
Some warm water will automatically blend with cold tap
supply to achieve a precise cold. Use this setting for
lightly soiled non-colorfast items, knits, delicates, and
hand washables.
cold water clean
Wash and rinse temperatures are equivalent to
temperature of cold tap supply. Use this selection for
fabrics and colors that are prone to dye transfer. For
use with cold water detergents.
NOTE
To change settings after the cycle starts, press pause,
adjust the setting and press START to resume the cycle.
cancel
spin
speed
START
pause
soil
level
options
select
auto
temp
delay
start To return to factory
settings, press these
two buttons at the
same time and
hold until the signal
sounds.
Follow the fabric care label
instructions on items
to be washed.
For best results
NOTE
To change the options once the cycle has begun, press
the pause button, make the new selection and press
start again.
To select an option, press options until the indicator
for the desired option flashes, then press select. If an
option is not available for a cycle, the indicator will not
light. Follow the same steps to delete an option. The
options selected for the cycle will be remembered and
recalled each time that cycle is selected in the future.
Occasionally, a setting and option in the same cycle will
conflict with each other, like no spin (or low spin) and
energy saver. When this happens, the energy saver
option will override any incompatible selections.
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
The energy saver option defaults to a cold temperature
setting (in most cycles) and also extracts more water to
reduce drying time.
fresh rinse
Use this option when additional rinsing is desired to
remove excess dirt and detergent. It is recommended
for heavily soiled loads or if household members have
sensitive skin.
Cycle Options

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Other Features
1
2
3
Snap
Hinge
IMPORTANT
Do not attempt to close door if vent latch arm is
disengaged and arm is in an outward position. Return
latch arm to lower position before closing and latching
the door.
NOTE
The vent latch may become dislodged from hinge point
if door closure is attempted while latch arm is not in
an acceptable closing position. The latch arm can be
snapped back in at the hinge location. Washer will still
operate without latch arm installed.
Delay Start
Press delay start to select a wash time convenient to
your schedule or during off peak energy hours. The delay
time selected will be displayed and begin counting down
when you select START.
Control Lock
To avoid having someone accidentally start the washer,
press options and select at the same time and hold
for 10 seconds until “ LOC ” is displayed alternately with
the estimated cycle time. To unlock the controls, press
Options and Select at the same time and hold 10 seconds
until “ LOC ” is no longer displayed.
Status Display/Status Lights
The estimated total cycle time will be displayed when
the cycle is selected. The time may increase if water
pressure is low, oversudsing occurs or the load becomes
unbalanced. The estimated remaining cycle time is
displayed during the cycle. The following indicators may
be lighted during the cycle:
• 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 returning latch arm to
lower position or by pushing door shut and allowing latch
arm to continue its pivot upward.
cancel
spin
speed
START
pause
soil
level
options
select
auto
temp
delay
start
Press and hold both for ten seconds
to lock or unlock the controls.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
heavy
normal
light
cancel
spin
speed
START
pause
soil
level
options
select
auto
temp
max
medium
high
low
no spin
energy saver
stain clean
freshwater
rinse
chime
door lock
sensing
wash
touch pause
to add a garment
delay
start
normal
bulky
delicates
casual
rinse & spin
heavy
spin only
hot
cool
warm
cold
cold water
clean
These Temperature, Spin Speeds, Soil Levels and Options are available with the following cycles:
heavy bulky normal casual delicates rinse & spin spin only
auto temp
hot 999
warm 99999
cool 99999
cold 99999
cold water clean 999999
spin speed
max 999 99
high 9999 99
medium 9999999
low 999999
no spin 99999
soil level
heavy 999
normal 99999
light 999
options
chime 9999999
stain clean 99999
energy saver 99
fresh rinse 99999
delay start 9999999
9= Available selections. = Cycle defaults.
Washer Settings Chart

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Follow the fabric care label instructions
on items to be washed.
For best results
Safe Stain Removal Procedures
To 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 on stain
removal products.
• Keep stain removal products in their original labeled
containers and out of children’s reach.
• Thoroughly wash any utensils used.
• Do not combine stain removal products, especially
ammonia and chlorine bleach. Dangerous fumes can
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 gaso-
line, inside 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 as hot water can
set stains.
• Consult care label instructions for treatments to avoid
on specific fabrics.
• Check for colorfastness by testing stain remover
products on an inside seam.
• Rinse and wash items after stain removal.
STAIN REMOVAL GUIDE
WARNING
HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD
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.

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STAIN REMOVAL GUIDE
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 enzymes.
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 pol-
ish 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 Use rust remover safe for fabric. Do not use chlorine bleach because it may intensify discoloration.
Shoe polish LIQUID: Pretreat with a paste of powder 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.
Tomato Pretreat with prewash stain remover. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Urine, vomit, mucus,
feces Pretreat or soak in product containing enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Wine Pretreat or soak in cold water. Wash in hottest water and bleach safe for fabric
Stain Removal Suggestions

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TO REFRESH OR CLEAN INSIDE OF WASHER
To clean and freshen the washer, perform the system
clean cycle. For best results use the system clean cycle
once a month. To begin the cycle, press and hold the
spin speed and options buttons simultaneously for 10
seconds until the display changes to “ CLn ” .
REMOVE ALL ITEMS FROM WASH DRUM before
filling the detergent chamber with one (1) cup of liquid
chlorine bleach OR one (1) pouch of TIDE®WASHING
MACHINE CLEANER. DO NOT use both. Press START
to begin.
Inside Routine Cleaning (Preventive)
To help prevent odors, mold or mildew, leave the door
open for a few hours after use or whenever the washer
is not in use.
CARE AND CLEANING
WARNING
HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD
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.
CAUTION
ENTRAPMENT and TIP-OVER HAZARD
Do not leave the door open if there are small children
or pets present. An open door could entice children to
hang on the door or crawl inside the washer. If there
are no small children present, you may leave the door
ajar to prevent odor build up.
IMPORTANT
Items left in washer while performing the clean
washer cycle will cause a severe out-of-balance
situation that could damage the washing machine.
NOTE
If the system clean cycle is cancelled or paused
during the cycle, the washer will go through 2 rinse
cycles to clean the drum of any residual bleach before
unlocking the door.
cancel
spin
speed
START
pause
soil
level
options
select
auto
temp
delay
start
Press and hold both for ten seconds
to enter system clean cycle.
For best results
Immediately follow up with a rinse & spin
cycle. Select fresh rinse on max spin speed
with no detergent or bleach to help clear any residual
bleach left after the system clean cycle.

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CARE AND CLEANING
• Remove the drawer by pulling the drawer out until it
stops.
• Reach back into the left rear corner of the drawer
cavity and press down firmly on the lock tab. Pull out
the drawer.
• Remove the insert from the bleach and fabric softener
compartments.
• Rinse the drawer and inserts with a combination of ¾
cup liquid chlorine bleach and 1 gallon hot tap water
to remove traces of accumulated powders and liquids.
Large amounts of fabric softener residue may indicate
improper dilution or more frequent cleaning is required.
Rinse well with tap water.
• To clean the drawer opening, 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.
Cleaning Dispenser Drawer Area
Daily Preventive Maintenance
Other Inside Routine Cleaning (Preventive)
• 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 or pets present, you may
leave the door ajar when the washer is not in use.
• Leave the dispenser drawer open slightly at the end of
the wash day.
• Dry around the washer door opening, flexible gasket,
and door glass. These areas should always be clean to
ensure a water tight seal.
• When extremely soiled items have been washed, a dirty
residue may remain on the drum. Remove this by wip-
ing the drum with a nonabrasive household cleanser.
Rinse thoroughly with water.
• Periodically, wipe dry the folds in the bottom of the
flexible gasket to remove lint and other debris.
NOTE
Detergent and fabric softener may build up in the
dispenser drawer. Residue should be removed once or
twice a month.

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Inside Cleaning (Aggressive)
In cases where the clean washer cycle along with care
and cleaning of rubber gasket folds isn’t done, and severe
odor, mold, mildew, or residue buildup have developed,
follow the below cleaning procedure to help alleviate the
problem.
CLEANING PROCEDURE - Washer Drum
Ensure the wash tub is empty (or no clothes load).
Open the detergent drawer and pour eight (8) cups of
bleach into the detergent compartment. Select clean
washer cycle as described previously in
Inside Routine
Cleaning (Preventive).
Upon cycle completion inspect the interior of the
washer to see if the odor/residue has been eliminated.
If any additional cleaning is required, repeat the above
procedure. This may take several cycles depending on
the severity of the odor/residue. You may observe some
remaining discoloration due to the long term effects of
this residue.
For especially contaminated areas visible inside the drum
(including the front rubber seal), these areas might be
more effectively cleaned by spraying a Bleach Cleaner on
a scrub brush, soft sponge, or towel and scrubbing.
If odor is still left after bleach cycle(s) and bleach cleaner,
open the detergent drawer and pour one (1) pouch
of TIDE®WASHING MACHINE CLEANER in detergent
drawer. Select system clean cycle as above and start
the washer.
CARE AND CLEANING
For best results
Immediately follow up with a rinse & spin
cycle. Select fresh rinse on max spin speed
with no detergent or bleach to help clear any residual
bleach left after the system clean cycle.
IMPORTANT
Always wear rubber or latex gloves and protect floor
and clothing from damage.
IMPORTANT
See Inside Routine Cleaning (Preventive) for
future cleaning maintenance which is necessary to
avoid repeating issues.
NOTE
If the clean washer cycle is cancelled or paused
during the cycle, the washer will go through 2 rinse
cycles to clean the drum of any residual bleach before
unlocking the door.
WARNING
HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD
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.
cancel
spin
speed
START
pause
soil
level
options
select
auto
temp
delay
start
Press and hold both for ten seconds
to enter system clean cycle.

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CARE AND CLEANING
RV
ANTIFREEZE
Follow WINTERIZING
INSTRUCTIONS for
cold weather storage
and care.
• 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.
• Clean the cabinet with mild soap and water. Never use
harsh, gritty or abrasive cleansers
• If the cabinet becomes stained, clean with diluted
chlorine bleach (1 part bleach to 8 parts water). Rinse
several times with clear water.
• Remove glue residue from tape or labels with a
mixture of warm water and mild detergent. Or, touch
residue with the sticky side of tape.
• When cleaning chrome parts use a window cleaner
with ammonia or mild soap and water.
• Before moving the washer, place a strip of cardboard
or thin fiberboard under the front leveling legs to
prevent damage to the floor.
Outside Routine Cleaning
1Turn off water supply faucets.
2Disconnect hoses from water supply and drain
water from hoses.
3Plug electrical cord into a properly grounded
electrical outlet.
4Add 1 gallon (3.8 L) nontoxic recreational vehicle
(RV) antifreeze to empty wash drum. Close door.
5Select a spin only cycle. Press START and let the
washer drain for 1 minute to drain out all the water.
Not all of the RV antifreeze will be expelled.
6Press cancel, unplug electrical power cord, dry off
drum interior and close door.
7Remove dispenser drawer. Drain any water in
compartments and dry compartments. Replace
drawer.
8Store washer in an upright position.
9To remove antifreeze from washer after storage,
perform clean washer cycle as described earlier.
Winterizing Instructions
IMPORTANT
Do not store or place laundry products on top of washer
at any time. They can damage the finish or controls.
IMPORTANT
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:

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Many washing problems involve poor soil and stain removal, residues of lint and scum, and fabric damage. For satis-
factory washing results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent Association.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES
Blue stains • Undiluted liquid detergent
or fabric softener dispensed
directly onto fabric.
• 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.
• Avoid overfilling detergent and fabric
softener compartments of dispenser.
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, hot-
test 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.
• Rub fabric softener stains with
bar soap.
• Use correct amount of detergent and
hottest water safe for fabric.
• Do not pour liquid fabric softener
directly on fabric. See Operating Your,
step 5.
Holes, tears, or
snags • Incorrect use of chlorine bleach.
• Unfastened zippers, hooks,
buckles.
• Rips, tears and broken
threads.
• Overloading the washer.
• Degradation of fabric.
• May be irreversible if rips, tears
and seams cannot be mended. • Never pour chlorine bleach directly on fabric.
• Check condition of items before
washing. See Operating Your, steps
2 and 5.
Lint • Incorrect sorting.
• Tissues left in pocket.
• Overloading the washer.
• Not enough detergent.
• Undissolved detergent has
left a residue resembling
lint.
• Static cling is attracting lint.
• Load washed too long.
• Reduce load size. Rewash using
correct water temperature, water
level, and amount of detergent.
• Add nonprecipitating water con-
ditioner to wash water to remove
detergent residue.
• Add liquid fabric softener to
final rinse.
• Dry load in dryer.
• Remove lint with lint brush or
roller.
• See Operating Your, steps 1 and 2.
• Do not overload washer.
• Use correct temperature and amount
of detergent, water and wash time.
Pilling
(Fibers ball up
and cling to
fabric.)
• Pilling is normal with syn-
thetic and permanent press
fabrics. This is due to abra-
sion from normal wear.
• Use a lint brush or shaver to
remove pills. • Use fabric softener in the washer to lubricate fibers.
• When ironing, use spray starch or
fabric finish on collars and cuffs.
• Turn items inside out to reduce
abrasion.
Residue or
powder on dark
items;
Stiff, harsh
fabrics.
• Undissolved detergent.
• Some granular detergents
can combine with hard
water minerals to form a
residue.
• Overloading the washer.
• Rewash load. • Increase water temperature using
hottest water safe for fabric.
• Do not overload washer.
• Use liquid detergent or use non-
precipitating water conditioner with
powder detergent.
Common Washing Problems
SOLUTIONS TO COMMON PROBLEMS