Gibson 134032900A User manual

Product Registration................................................. Cover
Important Safety Instructions............................................2
Washing Procedures ......................................................3-5
Stain Removal .................................................................5-6
Common Washing Problems............................................7
Care and Cleaning ...........................................................8
Avoid Service Checklist ....................................................9
Warranty ........................................................................10-11
Français........................................................................12-20
Consignes de sécurité importantes.................................12
Instructions de lavage ................................................13-15
Détachage ................................................................... 15-15
Problèmes de lessive courants........................................16
Entretien et nettoyage ....................................................18
Guide de dépannage .....................................................19
Garantie ..........................................................................20
P/N 134032900A (0504)
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TUMBLE ACTION WASHER
Use & Care Guide
Machine à laver par culbutage
Guide de L’utilisateur

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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.
CORRECTCORRECT
CORRECTCORRECT
CORRECT
Use this way ONLYUse this way ONLY
Use this way ONLYUse this way ONLY
Use this way ONLY
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.
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.
Read all instructions before using this washer.
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.
Prevent Fire
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.
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 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. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas.
Hydrogen gas is flammable; do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.
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
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 materials 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 prevent personal injury, observe
all warnings on product labels.
Before the washer is removed from service or discarded, remove the washer door
to prevent accidental entrapment.
Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.
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 INSTALLATION
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 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.
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.
• Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar.
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.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect this appliance from the power supply
before attempting any user maintenance. Turning the controls to the OFF position does not
disconnect this appliance from the power supply.
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 drum 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.
Important Safety Instructions
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.
Printed in U.S.A.
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.
As an ENERGY STAR Partner,
Frigidaire Home Products has determined
that this product meets the ENERGY STAR
guidelines for energy efficiency.
®
®
Grounding type
w
all receptacle
Power supply
cord with 3-prong
grounding plug
Do not under
any circumstances
cut, remove,
or bypass
the grounding prong
from this plug.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Washing Procedures •Follow the guidelines below for preparing the wash load.
•Read the Operating Instructions card for operating your specific model.
•Always read and follow fabric care and laundry product labels.
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons, read
Important Safety Instructions, pages 2-3, before operating this washer.
1. Sort laundry into loads that can be washed together.
Sort items by recommended water temperatures and wash time.
•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.
2.2.
2.2.
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.
•Place delicate items such as bras, shoulder pads, hosiery, and belts in a mesh
bag to prevent tangling during the wash cycle.
•Turn knit items inside out to prevent pilling.
3.3.
3.3.
3. Pretreat stains and heavy soil.
See Stain Removal, pages 6-7, for details.
4.4.
4.4.
4. Add laundry load to washer.
•Combine large and small items in a load. Load large items first. Large items
should not be more than half the total wash load.
•Do not wash single items such as a sweater, towel or jeans. This may
cause an out-of-balance load. Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balance the
load.
•Single heavy items such as a bedspread can be washed separately.
•The washer can be fully loaded, but the items should not be tightly packed.
The door should close easily.
Sort laundry into loads that can be
washed together.
Empty pockets.
Place delicate items in a mesh bag.
Add laundry load to washer.

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5.5.
5.5.
5. Add detergent, bleach and fabric softener to automatic dispenser following these steps:Add detergent, bleach and fabric softener to automatic dispenser following these steps:
Add detergent, bleach and fabric softener to automatic dispenser following these steps:Add detergent, bleach and fabric softener to automatic dispenser following these steps:
Add detergent, bleach and fabric softener to automatic dispenser following these steps:
A. OPENING AND CLOSING THE DISPENSER DRAWER
• Slowly open the dispenser drawer by first sliding the
safety latch to the right, then pulling the drawer out
until it stops.
• Afteraddinglaundryproducts,slowlyclosethedispenser
drawer. Closing the drawer too quickly could result in
early dispensing of the bleach and fabric softener.
B. DETERGENT
• Addmeasureddetergenttothedetergentcompartment
of the dispenser drawer.
• Detergentis flushed from the dispenser at the beginning
of the cycle. Either powdered or liquid detergent can
be used. Note: Liquid detergent will drain into the
washer drum as it is added.
• Lowsudsing detergent is recommended for this washer.
Use the manufacturer's recommended amount.
• Detergent usage may need to be adjusted for water
temperature, water hardness, size and soil level of the
load.
• For best results, avoid oversudsing. Final rinse water
should be suds free.
D. FABRIC SOFTENER
• If desired, pour the recommended amount of fabric
softenerintothecompartmentlabeled"FabricSoftener"
and marked with this symbol .
• Do not exceed the maximum fill line. Overfilling can
cause early dispensing of the fabric softener which
could result in stained clothes.
•Do not pour fabric softener directly on the wash
load.
C. LIQUID BLEACH
• If desired, measure out the recommended amount of
liquid bleach (not to exceed 1/3 cup (80 mL)) and pour
it into the center compartment labeled "Liquid Bleach"
and marked with this symbol .
• Do not exceed the maximum fill line. Overfilling can
cause early dispensing of the bleach which could result
in damaged clothes.
•Do not use powdered bleach in the dispenser.
Note: From time to time you may see water in the bleach
and fabric softener compartments. This is a result of the
siphoning action and is part of the normal operation of the
washer.

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Washing Procedures
(continued)
6. Set cycle selector knob and washer controls according to
type, size, and soil level of each load.
(See Operating Instructions card for your specific model controls.)
7. Start the washer.
Close the washer door and pull out the cycle selector knob. For your safety, the
door will automatically lock during the entire wash cycle.
• Washer will fill; water level will be lower than bottom of the door.
• Washer will tumble the load in one direction, pause, then tumble in the
other direction.
• To stop the washer, push in the cycle selector knob.
• To open the door during tumbling, push in the cycle selector knob. Wait for
the water to run off of the door.
• To change a cycle, push in the cycle selector knob and turn it clockwise to
the desired setting. Pull out the knob to restart the washer.
• To open the door during a spin cycle, push in the cycle selector knob and wait
approximately 1 minute. The door can then be opened. Do not force open the
locked door.
8. Remove items when the cycle is completed.
Place washed items in automatic dryer, line dry, or dry flat as directed by fabric
care label. Excess wrinkling, color transfer or odors may develop in items left in the
washer after the cycle has ended.
9. General Precautions
•If the dispenser drawer is pulled out more than 1-1/2" when the washer
is in operation, the washer will shut off. The Door Lock indicator light will
turn off and the door will be unlocked. Slowly close the drawer, and the washer
will automatically resume operation.
•Do not slam the washer door closed or try to force the door open when
locked (Door Lock light ON). This could result in damage to the washer.
•DO NOT leave the washer door open. An open door could entice children to
hang on the door or crawl inside the washer.
• To avoid damaging the washer and personal injury, DO NOT hang on or lean
against the washer door.
• Do not place detergent, bleach or fabric softener containers on top of the
washer. They can damage the finish or controls.
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 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.
Stain Removal
Do not use or mix
liquid chlorine bleach with other
household chemicals such as toilet
cleaners, rust removers, acid or
productscontaining ammonia. These
mixtures can produce dangerous
fumes which can cause serious injury
or death.
Do not store or place laundry products
on top of washer at any time. They can
damage the finish or controls.

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For successful stain removal:
• Remove stains promptly.
• Determine the kind of stain, then follow the recommended treatment in the
stain removal chart below.
• To pretreat stains, use a prewash product, liquid detergent, or a paste 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.
STAIN
Adhesive tape, chewing gum,
rubber cement
Baby formula, dairy products,
egg
Beverages (coffee, tea,
soda,juice, alcoholic beverages)
Blood
Candle wax, crayon
Chocolate
Collar or cuff soil, cosmetics
Dye transfer on white fabric
Grass
Grease, oil, tar (butter, fats,
salad dressing, cooking oils,
car grease, motor oils)
Ink
Mildew, scorch
Mud
Mustard, tomato
Nail polish
Paint, varnish
Perspiration
Rust, brown or yellow
discoloration
Shoe polish
Urine, vomit, mucus, feces
Apply ice. Scrape off excess. Place stain face down on paper towels. Saturate with prewash stain remover or
nonflammable dry cleaning fluid.
Use product containing enzymes to pretreat or soak stains. Soak for 30 minutes or more. Wash.
Pretreat stain. Wash using cold water and bleach safe for fabric.
Rinse with cold water. Rub with bar soap. Or, pretreat or soak with product containing enzymes. Wash using bleach
safe for fabric.
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.
Pretreat or soak in warm water using product containing enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Pretreat with prewash stain remover or rub with bar soap.
Use packaged color remover. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Pretreat or soak in warm water using product containing enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
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.
Some inks may be impossible to remove. Washing may set some inks. Use prewash stain remover, denatured alcohol
or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid.
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.
Brush off dry mud. Pretreat or soak with product containing enzymes.
Pretreat with prewash stain remover. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
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.
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.
Use prewash stain remover or rub with bar soap. Rinse. Wash using nonchlorine bleach in hottest water safe for fabric.
For spots, use rust remover safe for fabric. For discoloration of an entire load, use phosphate detergent and nonchlorine
bleach. Do not use chlorine bleach because it may intensify discoloration.
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.
Pretreat or soak in product containing enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
TREATMENT
Stain Removal
Follow fabric care label instructions.

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•Avoidoverfillingdetergentand fabric
softenercompartmentsofdispenser.
•Sort itemsby soil level and color.
•Usecorrectamountofdetergent,hottest
waterand bleach safe for fabric.
•Use correct amountof detergent and hottest
watersafeforfabric.
•Do not pour liquid fabric softenerDo not pour liquid fabric softener
Do not pour liquid fabric softenerDo not pour liquid fabric softener
Do not pour liquid fabric softener
directly on fabric.directly on fabric.
directly on fabric.directly on fabric.
directly on fabric. See WashingWashing
WashingWashing
Washing
ProceduresProcedures
ProceduresProcedures
Procedures for directions on adding
softener.
•Never pour chlorine bleach directly on
fabric.
•Check conditionofitemsbefore washing.
See
Washing ProceduresWashing Procedures
Washing ProceduresWashing Procedures
Washing Procedures for preparing and
loadingthewashloadandaddingchlorine
bleach.
•See Washing ProceduresWashing Procedures
Washing ProceduresWashing Procedures
Washing Procedures for sorting and
preparingthewashload.
•Donotoverload washer.
•Use correcttemperatureandamountof
detergent,waterandwashtime.
•Use fabricsoftenerin the washer to lubricate
fibers.
•When ironing,use spray starch or fabric
finish on collars and cuffs.
•Turn itemsinsideout to reduce abrasion.
•Use hottestwatersafe for fabric.
•Use correctwatertemperature and amount
ofdetergent.
•Usenonprecipitatingwater conditioner.
•Avoidoverfillingdetergent andfabric
softenercompartmentsofdispenser.
•Increasewatertemperature usinghottest
watersafeforfabric.
•Donotoverload washer.
•Useliquiddetergent or use nonprecipitating
waterconditionerwith nonphosphate
granulardetergent.
•Donotoverload washer.
•Remove itemsfrom washer as soon as cycle
iscompleted.
•Useliquidfabric softener.
•Select correctwash cycle.
•Use correctamountofdetergent.
•Washsyntheticsfrequently using hot or
warmwater.
•Usenonprecipitatingwater softener.
•Before washing,run hot water for a few
minutestoclearlines.
•Drainwaterheater occasionally.
•For anongoingproblem, install an iron filter
inyour water supply system.
Common WCommon W
Common WCommon W
Common Washing Prashing Pr
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ashing Problemsoblems
oblemsoblems
oblems
SOLUTIONSSOLUTIONS
SOLUTIONSSOLUTIONS
SOLUTIONS
PROBLEMPROBLEM
PROBLEMPROBLEM
PROBLEM PREVENTIVE MEASURESPREVENTIVE MEASURES
PREVENTIVE MEASURESPREVENTIVE MEASURES
PREVENTIVE MEASURES
•If caused by detergent, mix 1 cup (240 ml)
whitevinegarwith1 quart (.95 L) water in a
plastic container. Soak item 1 hour. Rinse.
•If caused by fabric softener, rub stains with
barsoap. Wash.
•Rewash with correct amount of detergent
andhottestwater safe forfabric.Addbleach
safeforfabric.
•Treat with prewash stain remover or liquid
detergent.
•Increase detergent and watertemperature.
Rewash.
•Rub fabric softener stains with bar soap.
•May be irreversible if rips, tears and seams
cannotbemended.
•Reduceloadsize.Rewash usingcorrectwater
temperature, water level, and amount of
detergent.
•Add nonprecipitating water conditioner to
washwatertoremovedetergentresidue.
• Addliquid 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.
•Rewash in hottest water safe for fabrics.
•Use correct water temperatureandamount
ofdetergent.
•Rewash load.
•Reduce load size.
•Rinseincoldwaterwithliquidfabricsoftener
using the Perm Press or Delicate cycle.
•Soak in detergent booster or product
containingenzymes.
•Wash in hot water (120°F/49°C) using full
permanentpresscycle.Increasedetergent.
Add bleach safe for fabric.
•Or, treat with color remover.
•To restorediscoloredloadofwhites, userust
removersafeforfabric.
••
••
•Do not use chlorine bleach to removeDo not use chlorine bleach to remove
Do not use chlorine bleach to removeDo not use chlorine bleach to remove
Do not use chlorine bleach to remove
rust stains. It may intensify discoloration.rust stains. It may intensify discoloration.
rust stains. It may intensify discoloration.rust stains. It may intensify discoloration.
rust stains. It may intensify discoloration.
POSSIBLE CAUSESPOSSIBLE CAUSES
POSSIBLE CAUSESPOSSIBLE CAUSES
POSSIBLE CAUSES
Manywashingproblemsinvolvepoorsoilandstainremoval,residuesoflintandscum,andfabricdamage.Forsatisfactorywashing
results,followthese suggestionsprovided byTheSoapandDetergent Association.
•Undiluted liquid detergent orfabric
softener dispensed directly onto
fabric.
•Not enough detergent.
•Wash water temperature toolow.
•Incorrect sorting.
•Not enough detergent.
•Undiluted liquid fabric softener
poureddirectlyonfabric.
•Incorrect use of chlorine bleach.
•Unfastened zippers,hooks,buckles.
•Rips, tears and broken threads.
•Overloading thewasher.
•Degradation of fabric.
•Incorrect sorting.
•Tissues left in pocket.
•Overloading thewasher.
•Not enough detergent.
•Undissolved detergent has left a
residueresemblinglint.
•Static cling is attracting lint.
•Load washed too long.
•Pilling is normal with synthetic and
permanentpressfabrics.Thisisdue
toabrasion from normal wear.
•Wash temperature too low.
•Not enough detergent.
•Water is hard.
•Incorrect sorting.
•Undissolveddetergent.
•Some nonphosphate granular
detergents can combine with hard
watermineralstoform a residue.
•Overloading thewasher.
•Overloading thewasher.
•Incorrect wash cycle for wash load.
•Agitation time too short.
•Wash water temperature toolow.
•Not enough detergent.
•Iron or manganese in water supply,
waterpipes,orwaterheater.
Blue stainsBlue stains
Blue stainsBlue stains
Blue stains
Discoloration,Discoloration,
Discoloration,Discoloration,
Discoloration,
grayinggraying
grayinggraying
graying
Greasy, oily stainsGreasy, oily stains
Greasy, oily stainsGreasy, oily stains
Greasy, oily stains
Holes, tears, orHoles, tears, or
Holes, tears, orHoles, tears, or
Holes, tears, or
snagssnags
snagssnags
snags
LintLint
LintLint
Lint
PillingPilling
PillingPilling
Pilling
(Fibersbreakoff,ball
up and cling to
fabric.)
"Polka dots""Polka dots"
"Polka dots""Polka dots"
"Polka dots" (small
circles of lint and soil
onload after cycle
ends)
Residue or powderResidue or powder
Residue or powderResidue or powder
Residue or powder
on dark items;on dark items;
on dark items;on dark items;
on dark items;
Stiff, harsh fabrics.Stiff, harsh fabrics.
Stiff, harsh fabrics.Stiff, harsh fabrics.
Stiff, harsh fabrics.
WrinklingWrinkling
WrinklingWrinkling
Wrinkling
Yellow buildup ofYellow buildup of
Yellow buildup ofYellow buildup of
Yellow buildup of
body soil onbody soil on
body soil onbody soil on
body soil on
synthetic fabricssynthetic fabrics
synthetic fabricssynthetic fabrics
synthetic fabrics
Yellow or brownYellow or brown
Yellow or brownYellow or brown
Yellow or brown
rust stainsrust stains
rust stainsrust stains
rust stains

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Follow Winterizing
Instructions for cold
weather care.
Care and Cleaning
Figure 1
(Lock tab is visible only after drawer has
been pulled out)
Figure 2
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 door or console 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 of warm 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.
Cleaning the 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 first sliding the safety latch to the right, then pulling the
drawer out until it stops. (Figure 1)
•Reach back into the left rear corner of the drawer cavity and press down firmly
on the lock tab (left rear portion of the drawer). Pull out the drawer. (Figure 2)
•Remove the inserts from the bleach and fabric softener compartments. (Figure 3)
•Rinse the drawer and inserts with hot tap water to remove traces of accumulated
powders and liquids.
•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. (Figure 4)
•Return the bleach and fabric softener inserts to their proper compartments.
Replace the dispenser drawer and run the Prewash cycle without any wash load
in the drum.
Inside
•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.
•Before cleaning the washer interior, unplug the electrical power cord to avoid
electrical shock hazards.
•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 wiping the drum with a nonabrasive household cleanser.
Rinse thoroughly with water.
•The plastic drum vanes may become stained from fabric dye. Clean these parts
with a nonabrasive household cleanser. This prevents dye transfer to future loads.
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 gallon (3.8 L) nontoxic recreational vehicle (RV) antifreeze to empty wash
drum. Close door.
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.
6. Push in knob, unplug electrical power cord, dry drum interior, and close door.
7. Remove dispenser drawer. Drain any water in compartments and dry compartments.
Replace drawer.
8. Store washer in an upright position.
9. To remove antifreeze from washer after storage, run empty washer through a
complete cycle using detergent. Do not add wash load.
Figure 3
Figure 4

9
Warm or hot water is not hot enough.
Washer won't spin.
Residue left in drum.
Water collects in bleach and fabric softener
compartments.
WATER
Wash load too wet after spin.
Water in washer does not drain or drains
slowly.
Water does not enter washer or it enters
slowly.
Water leaks.
Incorrect wash and rinse temperatures.
Water is entering washer but tub does not
fill.
OPERATING
Washer does not start. • 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).
• Dispenser drawer is not completely closed. Close dispenser drawer.
• Washer door is not completely closed. Close door completely.
• Dispenser drawer is not completely closed. Close dispenser drawer.
• Load is too small. Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balance the load.
• Heavily soiled items. Wipe drum with a nonabrasive household cleanser, then rinse. Shake or brush
excess dirt and sand from items before washing.
• This is a result of the siphoning action and is part of the normal operation of the washer. Water
may be removed by removing the dispenser drawer (see Page 9, Figures 1 and 2) and draining water
into the empty drum or sink.
• Washer is overloaded. Do not overload washer. See Washing Procedures.
• Load is too small. Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balance the load.
• 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. Check another faucet in the house. Wait until water 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 hoses.
• Hot water heater is set too low or is a 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.
• Drain hose is kinked or clogged. Clean and straighten the drain hose.
• Fill hose connection is loose at faucet or washer. Check and tighten hose connections. Install rubber
sealing washers provided.
• House drain pipes are clogged. Unclog drain pipes. Contact plumber if necessary.
• Oversudsing. Use less detergent.
• Hot and cold water hoses are connected to wrong supply faucets. Connect hot water hose to hot
water faucet and cold water hose to cold water faucet.
• Drain hose standpipe is incorrect height. Standpipe must be a minimum of 23.6" (60 cm) high to
prevent siphoning. See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
NOISE
High pitch "jet engine" noise.
Rattling and clanking noise.
Squealing sound or hot rubber odor.
Thumping sound.
Vibrating noise.
Start and stop sounds
• A certain amount of motor whine is normal during the spin cycle.
• Foreign objects such as coins or safety pins may be in drum or pump. Stop washer and check drum.
If noise continues after washer is restarted, objects may be in pump. Call your authorized servicer.
• Belt buckles and metal fasteners are hitting wash drum. To prevent unnecessary noise and damage
to drum, fasten fasteners and turn items inside out.
• Washer is overloaded. Do not overload washer. Stop washer and reduce load.
• Heavy wash loads may produce a 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 bolts and foam block have not been removed during installation. See INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS for removing shipping bolts and foam block.
• Wash load unevenly distributed in drum. Stop washer and rearrange wash load.
• Washer pauses when drum changes tumbling direction.
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.
POSSIBLE CAUSE / SOLUTION
OCCURRENCE

10
FULL TWO-YEAR
WARRANTY
LIMITED 3RD - 5TH
YEAR WARRANTY
LIMITED 3RD-25TH
YEAR INNER WASH
BASKET WARRANTY
(ExcludingAlaska)
LIMITED WARRANTY
(Applicable to the State
of Alaska)
WARRANTY
PERIOD
Two years from original
purchasedate.
Third through fifth years
from original purchase
date.
Third through twenty-fifth
years from original
purchasedate.
Timeperiodslistedabove.
GIBSON, THROUGH ITS AUTHORIZED
SERVICERS, WILL:
Payallcostsforrepairingorreplacinganypartsofthisappliance
which prove to be defective in materials or workmanship.
Providereplacement parts forthemotor, driven pulleyormotor
controllerwhichprovetobedefectiveinmaterialsorworkmanship.
Provideareplacementforaninnerwashbasketthatbreaksdue
to defective materials or workmanship.
Allof the provisionsofthe full and limitedwarrantiesabove and
the exclusions listed below apply.
THE CONSUMER WILL BE
RESPONSIBLE FOR:
Costs of service calls that are listed under
IMPORTANT RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE
CONSUMER.*
Costs for pick up and delivery of the appliance
required because of service. All costs for labor and
transportation. Costs for replacement parts other
than the motor, driven pulley and motor controller.
Costs for pick up and delivery of the appliance
required because of service. All costs for labor and
transportation. Costs for replacement parts other
than the inner wash basket.
Costs of the technician's travel to the home and any
costsforpickupanddeliveryoftheappliancerequired
because of service.
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Your Gibsonproductisprotectedbythiswarranty
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 Gibson servicer.
*IMPORTANT
RESPONSIBILITIES
OF THE CONSUMER
EXCLUSIONS
IF YOU NEED
SERVICE
This warranty applies only to products in ordinary household use, and the consumer is responsible for the items listed
below:
1. Proper use of the appliance in accordance with instructions provided with the product.
2. 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.
3. Proper connection to a grounded power supply of sufficient voltage, replacement of blown fuses, repair of loose connections
or defects in house wiring.
4. 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.
5. Damages to finish after installation.
6. Replacement of light bulbs and/or fluorescent tubes (on models with these features).
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 Gibson 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.
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. Contact Frigidaire Company Consumer Services or an authorized Gibson servicer.
2. If there is a question as to where to obtain service, contact our Consumer Assistance Center at:
Frigidaire Company
P.O. Box 212378
Augusta, Georgia 30917
[phone]
Productfeaturesorspecificationsasdescribed orillustratedaresubjecttochangewithout notice. Allwarrantiesaremadeby White
Consolidated Industries, Inc. This warranty applies only in the 50 states of the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico.