Frigidaire ATF8000FS2, ATF8000FE2, ATF7000FS0, ATF6700FS2, ATF6700FE2 Owner’s Manual

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Table of Contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................................................................ 3-4

Washing Procedures ............................................................................................................................................... 4-6

Stain Removal ......................................................................................................................................................... 6-7

Common Washing Problems ....................................................................................................................................... 8

Care and Cleaning .................................................................................................................................................... 9

Avoid Service Checklist ............................................................................................................................................ 10

Warranty................................................................................................................................................................... 11

Fran_;ais.............................................................................................................................................................. 12-22

Assistance or Service

The symbol _on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead
it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. Byensuring this

product isdisposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health,
which could otherwise becaused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling

of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal serviceor the shop where you purchased the
product.

This Useand CareGuide provides general operating instructions Read and Save These Instructions
for your washer. It also contains information about features for Record Your Model and Serial Numbers

several other models. Your washer may not have every feature The model and serial numbers of your washer are found on
included here. the washer serial plate located at the top, inside of the door

Usethe washer only asinstructed in this Use and Care Guide opening. Record and retain these numbers.
and the Operating Instructions included with your washer.

Readall instructions before using this appliance. This book Model Number
contains valuable information about, operation, care and

service. Keep it in a safe place. Serial Number
Note: The instructions appearing in this Owner's Guide are not Purchase Date

meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may
occur. Common sense and caution must be practiced when in-

stalling, operating and maintaining any appliance.

Pedestal

A pedestal accessory, Model No. APWD15W (White), APWD15GB (Glacier Blue), APWD15P (Platinum) and APWD15E

(Black), specifically designed for this washer may be used when elevating the washer for ease of use. Failure to useaccessories

certified by the manufacturer could result in personal injury, property damage or damage to the washer.

WASHER SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others is very important.

We have provided many important safety messagesin the Use and Care Guide, Operating Instructions, Installation Instructions

and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you or others. All safety
messageswill be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER" or "WARNING ". Thesewords mean:

_ You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediatel_ follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if
the instructions are not followed.

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 usegasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in thevicinit of this or any other appliance.

WHATTO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

• Do not try to light any appliance.
Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

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Important Safety Instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Read all instructions before using this washer.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow these Important Safety Instructions:

Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.

Preven t 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 isflammable; 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.

Protect Children

Do not allow children to play on or in the washer. Close supervision of children is necessary when the washer isused 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 isunpacked. Children might usethem 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.

_Avoidfire

hazard or electrical shock.
Do not use an adaptor

plug or extension cord or
remove gro unding prong

from electrical power

cord. Failure to followthis

warning can cause

serious injury, fire or
death.

CORRECTUse this way ONL Y

Grounding
type wall

receptacle

Powersupply cord with 3-prong

Do not underany
circumstances cut,

remove or bypass the
grounding prong
from this plug

grounding plug

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.

Do not use or mix liquid

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 INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONSfor 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 notcombine laundry products for use in I load unless specified on the label.
Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such asvinegar.

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Important Safety Instructions continued

To prevent serious personal injury and damage to the washer:

All repairs and servicing must be performed by an authorized servicer unlessspecifically 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.
Do not install on carpet. Install washer on a solid floor. It may be necessaryto reinforce the floor to prevent vibration or

movement.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect this appliance from the power supply before attempting any user

maintenance. Turning the controls to the OFFposition 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.

Washing Procedures

Follow the guidelines below for preparing the wash load.
Readthe Operating Instructions 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 Safetylnstructions before operating this washer.

Sort laundry into loads that can be washed

together•

Empty pockets•

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Hate delicate items in a mesh bag.

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Sort laundry into loads that can be washed together.

Sort items by recommended water temperatures and wash time.

Separatewhite, 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.
Do not machine wash items containing fiberglass. Small particles of

fiberglass left inthe drum may stick to fabrics in other loads and causeskin

irritation.

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Prepare items for washing.

Empty pockets.
Brush off lint and dirt. Shake out rugs and beach towels.
Closezippers, fasten hooks, tie stringsand sashes,and remove nonwashable

trims and ornaments.

Removepins,decorative buttons, belt buckles, and other objectswhich could
be damaged. This also helps protect other items in the wash load.
Mend rips and tears to prevent further damage during washing.
Placedelicate items such asbras,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. Pretreat stains and heavy soiL
SeeStain Removal for details.

Add laundr load to washer•

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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.

Washing single items such asasweater, towel or jeans 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.

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