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INTRODUCTION
family
Thank you for bringing Frigidaire into
your home! We see your purchase as the
beginning of a long relationship together.
This manual is your resource for the Use
& Care of your product. Please read it
before using your appliance. Keep it
handy for quick reference. If something
doesn’t seem right, the troubleshooting
section will help you with common issues.
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help. We may be able to help you avoid
a service visit. If you do need service, we
can get that started for you.
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your product.
Failure to follow safety warning exactly could
result in serious injury, death, or property damage.
DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
WHAT TO 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.
NOTE
The instructions appearing in this
possible condition and situation that may occur. Common sense and caution must
be practiced when installing, operating and maintaining any appliance.
Use & Care Guide
are not meant to cover every
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING
Please read all instructions before using
this laundry center.
This
Use & Care Guide
operating instructions for your laundry
center. It also contains information about
features for several other models. Your
model may not have every feature included.
Use the laundry center only as instructed
in this
Use & Care Guide
This book contains valuable information
about operation, care and service. Keep it
in a safe place.
provides general
.
CAUTION
EXCESSIVE WEIGHT HAZARD
To avoid back or other injury, have more
than one person move or lift the appliance.
Product record
Record Your Model and Serial Numbers
The model and serial numbers of your
laundry center are found on the dryer serial
plate located inside the door opening.
Record and retain these numbers.
Model Number
Serial Number
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:
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.
DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
Purchase Date
Child safety
Destroy or recycle the carton, plastic
bags, and any exterior wrapping material
immediately after the laundry center is
unpacked. Children should never use
these items to play. Cartons covered with
rugs, bedspreads, plastic sheets or stretch
wrap may become airtight chambers, and
can quickly cause suocation.
Proper disposal
Child entrapment and suocation are
not problems of the past. Junked or
abandoned washers/dryers are still
dangerous – even if they will sit for “just
a few days”. If you are getting rid of your
old washer/dryer, please follow the Risk
of
Child Entrapment
instructions to help prevent accidents.
section of the safety
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT indicates installation,
operation or maintenance information
which is important but not hazard-related.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
Certain internal parts are intentionally
not grounded and may present a risk
of electrical shock if contacted during
installation. Do not contact the following
parts while the appliance is energized:
• Pump
• Drive Motor
• Electronic control boards
• Water valve
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING - risk of fire
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical
shock, or injury to persons when using
this laundry center, comply with the
basic warnings listed below. Failure
to comply with the Important Safety
Information and WARNINGS could result
in serious personal injuries or death.
Prevent fire
• DO NOT wash or dry 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 o vapors or chemical reactions
that could ignite or explode.
• DO NOT put oily or greasy rags or
clothing on top of the laundry center.
These substances give o 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 o
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,
turn on all hot water faucets and let
the water flow from each for several
minutes BEFORE using the washer.
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 liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance. Read
product labels for warnings regarding
flammability and other hazards.
• DO NOT place items exposed to
cooking oils in your dryer. Items
contaminated with cooking oils may
contribute to a chemical reaction
that could cause a load to catch
fire. To reduce the risk of fire due to
contaminated loads, the final part of
a tumble dryer cycle occurs without
heat (cool down period). Avoid
stopping a tumble dryer before the
end of the drying cycle unless all items
are quickly removed and spread out so
that the heat is dissipated.
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• DO NOT dry articles containing rubber,
plastic or similar materials such as
bras, galoshes, bath mats, rugs, bibs,
baby pants, plastic bags, and pillows
that may melt or burn. Some rubber
materials, when heated, can under
certain circumstances produce fire by
spontaneous combustion.
• Clean the lint filter before or after
each load. The interior of the dryer,
lint filter housing, and exhaust duct
should be cleaned approximately
every 18 months by a qualified
service professional. An excessive
amount of lint build-up in these areas
could result in inecient drying and
possible fire.
• DO NOT operate the dryer if the lint
filter is blocked, damaged or missing.
Fire hazard, overheating, and damage
to fabrics can occur.
WARNING
A clothes dryer produces combustible
lint. The dryer must be connected to an
outdoors exhaust. Regularly inspect the
outdoor exhaust opening and remove
any accumulation of lint around the
opening and in the surrounding area.
• DO NOT operate the appliance in the
presence of explosive fumes.
• DO NOT obstruct the flow of
ventilating air. DO NOT stack or place
laundry or throw rugs against the front
or back of the dryer.
• DO NOT spray any type of aerosol
into, on or near dryer at any time.
• DO NOT use fabric softeners or
products to eliminate static unless
recommended by the manufacturer of
the fabric softener or product.
• DO NOT continue to use the laundry
center if you hear squeaking,
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.
• 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 laundry center.
See Care and Cleaning
FIRE HAZARD
.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Protect children
• DO NOT allow children to play
on or in the laundry center. Close
supervision of children is necessary
when the laundry center is used near
children. As children grow, teach them
the proper, safe use of all appliances.
• Destroy or recycle the carton, plastic
bag, and other packing materials after
the laundry center 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 laundry center is removed
from service or discarded, remove
the washer and dryer doors to
prevent accidental entrapment.
• Failure to comply with these
warnings could result in serious
personal injuries.
Risk of child entrapment
Child entrapment and suocation are not
problems of the past. Junked or abandoned
washer and dryers are still dangerous – even
if they will sit for “just a few days”. If you
are getting rid of your old washer or dryer,
please follow the instructions below to help
prevent accidents.
We strongly encourage responsible
appliance recycling/disposal methods.
Contact your State/Province Energy
Oce, Local Electric and Water Utilities or
Conservation Program Oce or visit www.
energystar.gov/recycle for more information
on recycling your old washer or dryer.
Before you throw away your old washer
or dryer:
• Remove doors.
• Remove the electric power cord.
• Secure all hoses and drain pipes to
prevent water from leaking out and
creating a slip hazard.
Prevent injury
• To prevent shock hazard and assure
stability during operation, the
laundry center 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
grounding procedures. If the laundry
center is moved to a new location,
have it checked and reinstalled by a
qualified service person.
section for detailed
• To prevent personal injury or damage
to the laundry center, the electrical
power cord of a gas dryer must be
plugged into a properly grounded
and polarized 3-prong outlet. The
third grounding prong must never be
removed. Never ground the dryer to
a gas pipe. DO NOT use an extension
cord or an adapter plug.
• ALWAYS disconnect the laundry
center from the electrical supply
before attempting any service or
cleaning. Failure to do so can result
in electrical shock or injury.
• DO NOT use any type spray cleanser
when cleaning dryer interior.
Hazardous fumes or electrical shock
could occur.
• To prevent injury, DO NOT reach into
the laundry center while parts are
moving. Before loading, unloading
or adding items, push in the cycle
selector knob to stop the cycle.
Allow the wash tub or dryer drum
to coast to a complete stop before
reaching inside.
• The lid will remain locked for up to 6
minutes after the cycle ends, to allow
the wash tub to stop spinning.
• 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.
WARNING
HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD
DO NOT use or mix liquid chlorine
bleach with other household chemicals
such as toilet cleaners, rust removers,
acids such as vinegar, or products
containing ammonia. These mixtures
can produce dangerous fumes which
can cause serious injury or death.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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Prevent injury and damage to the
appliance
To prevent serious personal injury and
damage to the laundry center:
• All repairs and servicing must
be performed by an authorized
service agent unless specifically
recommended in this
Guide
. Use only authorized factory
parts.
• DO NOT tamper with controls.
• DO NOT install or store the laundry
center where it will be exposed to
the weather. DO NOT operate the
laundry center in below freezing
temperatures.
• DO NOT install on carpet. Install
laundry center 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 laundry center. DO NOT rest
Use & Care
heavy loads on top. The laundry
center 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 o at the
console does not disconnect this
appliance from the power supply.
• This laundry center is equipped with
an electrical overload protector. The
washer motor will stop if it becomes
overheated.
• A thermal limiter switch automatically
turns o the dryer motor in the
unlikely event of an overheated
situation. A service technician must
replace the thermal limiter switch
after correcting the fault.
• Failure to comply with these
warnings could result in property
damage or serious personal injuries.
WARNING
Avoid fire hazard or electrical shock. DO NOT use an adapter plug or extension
cord or remove grounding prong from electrical power cord. Failure to follow this
warning can cause serious injury, fire, or death.
FIRE/ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
10-30R
3-wire
(fused 30 amp)
14-30R
4-wire
(fused 30 amp)
208 v/240 v Electric Dryer
UL-approved service
cord must be installed
on electric dryers (not
provided with unit
except those
manufactured for sale
in Canada).
Grounding
type wall
receptacle
Power cord
with 3-prong
grounded plug
120 v Gas Dryer
Do not, under
any circumstances,
cut, remove,
or bypass the
grounding prong.
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FEATURES
Dryer
1
2
3
1. Washer Controls
2. Dryer Controls
Washer
4
4
3. Washer Lid Lock Location
4. Leveling Leg
PRE-INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Installation Checklist
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Shipping hardware
Foam shipping restraint (inside
wash tub) removed and stored
Foam shipping support (underneath
appliance) removed and stored
Leveling
Laundry center is level, side-to-side
and front-to-back
Cabinet is sitting solid on all corners
Water supply
Use only new hoses and verify
rubber sealing washers are installed
HOT supply is connected to HOT
inlet and COLD supply is connected
to COLD inlet
HOT and COLD water supply turned on No leaks present at water supply
connections or appliance inlet
connections-recheck after 24 hours
Drain
Stand pipe or wall drain height min. 33” Drain hose secured in place with
cable tie (shipped in drum)
Exhaust venting
Free-flowing, clear of lint buildup 4 inch (102 mm) rigid or semi-rigid
ducting of minimal length and turns
NO foil or plastic venting material Approved vent hood exhausted to
outdoors
Gas supply (Gas Dryer)
Manual shuto valve present in supply All connections sealed with
approved sealer and wrench tight
Conversion kit for LP system Gas supply turned on No leaks present at all connections -
House power turned on Laundry Center plugged in
Final checks
Installation Instructions and Use &
Care Guide read thoroughly
Water enters drum when cycle
starts with lid lowered
Dryer door latches and drum
tumbles when cycle starts
Registration card sent in
Tool requirements
Tools and materials needed for installation:
• Adjustable pliers
• Phillips, straight, & square bit
screwdrivers
• Adjustable wrench
• Pipe wrench for gas supply (gas dryer)
• LP-resistant thread tape (for natural
gas or LP supply, gas dryer)
• Carpenter’s level
• External vent hood
• 4-inch (102 mm), rigid metal or semirigid metal exhaust duct work
• 3-wire or 4-wire 240 volt cord kit
(electric dryer)
• 4 in. (102 mm) clamp
• Gas line shuto valve (gas dryer)
• 1/2 NPT union flare adapters (x2) and
flexible gas supply line (gas dryer)
• Metal foil tape (not duct tape)
• Inlet hoses (x2)
NOTE
Hoses are not included with washer
purchase.
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PRE-INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Electrical system
requirements
NOTE
Because of potentially inconsistent
voltage capabilities, the use of this dryer
with power created by gas powered
generators, solar powered generators,
wind powered generators or any other
generator other than the local utility
company is not recommended.
Electrical requirements for
laundry center with electric dryer
CIRCUIT - Individual 30 amp. branch
circuit fused with 30 amp. time delay
fuses or circuit breakers.
POWER SUPPLY - 3-wire or 4-wire, 240 volt,
single phase, 60 Hz, Alternating Current.
IMPORTANT
This laundry center is internally
grounded to neutral unless it was
manufactured for sale in Canada.
Only a 4-conductor cord shall be used
when the appliance is installed in a
location where grounding through
the neutral conductor is prohibited.
Grounding through the neutral link is
prohibited for: (1) new branch circuit
installations, (2) mobile homes, (3)
recreational vehicles, and (4) areas
where local codes DO NOT permit
grounding through the neutral.
OUTLET RECEPTACLE - NEMA 10-30R or
NEMA 14-30R receptacle to be located so
the power supply cord is accessible when
the dryer is in the installed position.
GROUNDING CONNECTION - See
“Grounding requirements” in Electrical
Installation section.
WARNING
Improper grounding of the laundry
center may cause serious injury or
death. Check with a licensed electrician
if you are in doubt as to whether the
appliance is properly grounded.
Grounding type wall receptacle
Do not, under
any circumstances,
cut, remove,
or bypass the
grounding prong.
Power cord with
3-prong grounded plug
3-Wire power supply cord kit
(not supplied)
3-wire receptacle
(NEMA type 10-
30R)
The dryer MUST employ a 3-conductor
power supply cord NEMA 10-30 type
SRDT rated at 240 volt AC minimum,
30 amp, with 3 open end spade lug
connectors with upturned ends or closed
loop connectors and marked for use
with clothes dryers. For 3-wire cord
connection instructions see ELECTRICAL
CONNECTIONS FOR A 3-WIRE SYSTEM.
4-Wire power supply cord kit
(not supplied)
4-wire receptacle
(NEMA type 14-
30R)
The dryer MUST employ a 4-conductor
power supply cord NEMA 14-30 type SRDT
or DRT (as required) rated at 240 volt
AC minimum, 30 amp, with 4 open end
spade lug connectors with upturned ends
or closed loop connectors and marked for
use with clothes dryers. For 4-wire cord
connection instructions see ELECTRICAL
CONNECTIONS FOR A 4-WIRE SYSTEM.
NOTE
Laundry centers manufactured for sale
in Canada have factory-installed, 4-wire
power supply cord (NEMA 14-30).
PRE-INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
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Electrical requirements for
laundry center with gas dryer
WARNING
Improper grounding of the laundry
center may cause serious injury or
death. Check with a licensed electrician
if you are in doubt as to whether the
appliance is properly grounded.
Grounding type wall receptacle
Do not, under
any circumstances,
cut, remove,
or bypass the
grounding prong.
Power cord with
3-prong grounded plug
CIRCUIT - Individual, properly polarized
and grounded 15 amp. branch circuit
fused with 15 amp. time delay fuse or
circuit breaker.
POWER SUPPLY - 2-wire, with ground,
120 volt, single phase, 60 Hz, Alternating
Current.
POWER SUPPLY CORD - The dryer is
equipped with a 120 volt 3-wire power
cord.
GROUNDING CONNECTION - See
“Grounding requirements” in Electrical
Installation section.
Gas supply requirements
WARNING
EXPLOSION HAZARD
Uncoated copper tubing will corrode
when subjected to natural gas, causing
gas leaks. Use ONLY black iron,
stainless steel, or plastic-coated brass
piping for gas supply.
1. Installation MUST conform with local
codes, or in the absence of local
codes, with the National Fuel Gas
Code, ANSI Z223.1 (latest edition).
2. The gas supply line should be 1/2
inch (1.27 cm) pipe.
3. If codes allow, flexible metal tubing
may be used to connect your dryer
to the gas supply line. The tubing
MUST be constructed of stainless
steel or plastic-coated brass.
4. The gas supply line MUST have an
individual shuto valve installed in
accordance with the B149.1, Natural
Gas and Propane Installation Code.
5. A 1/8 inch (0.32 cm) N.P.T. plugged
tapping, accessible for test gauge
connection, MUST be installed
immediately upstream of the gas
supply connection to the dryer.
6. The dryer MUST be disconnected
from the gas supply piping system
during any pressure testing of the gas
supply piping system at test pressures
in excess of 1/2 psig (3.45 kPa).
7. The dryer MUST be isolated from
the gas supply piping system
during any pressure testing of the
gas supply piping system at test
pressures equal to or less than 1/2
psig (3.45 kPa).
8. Connections for the gas supply
must comply with the Standard for
Connectors for Gas Appliances,
ANSI Z21.24 - CSA 6.10.
Water supply requirements
Hot and cold water faucets MUST be
installed within 42 inches (107 cm) of your
washer’s water inlet. The faucets MUST
be 3/4 inch (1.9 cm) with threading for
laundry hose connection. Water pressure
MUST be between 10 psi (0.69 bars) and
120 psi (8.27 bars). Pressure dierence
between hot and cold cannot be more
than 10 psi. Your water department can
advise you of your water pressure.
NOTE
Washers connected to water supplies
with lower inlet pressure will experience
longer filling times and may not
complete cycles as quickly.
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Correct
PRE-INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Drain system requirements
1. Drain capable of eliminating 17 gals
(64.3 L) per minute.
2. A standpipe diameter of 1-1/4 in.
(3.18 cm) minimum.
3. Standpipe height above the floor
should be:
Minimum height: 33 in. (84 cm)
Maximum height: 96 in. (244 cm)
96"
(244cm)
max.
33"
(84cm)
min.
NOTE
For installations requiring a longer
drain hose, have a qualified technician
install a longer drain hose (according to
your model number) available from an
authorized parts distributor. For drain
systems in the floor, install a siphon
break kit available from your local
hardware store.
WARNING
FIRE HAZARD
Failure to follow these instructions can create
excessive drying times and fire hazards.
The following are specific requirements for
proper and safe operation of your dryer.
WARNING
FIRE HAZARD
DO NOT install a clothes dryer with
flexible plastic or metal foil venting
materials. Flexible venting materials are
known to collapse, be easily crushed
and trap lint. These conditions will
obstruct clothes dryer airflow and
increase the risk of fire.
If your present system is made up of
plastic duct or metal foil duct, replace it
with a rigid or semi-rigid metal duct. Also,
ensure the present duct is free of any lint
prior to installing dryer duct.
Exhaust system requirements
Duct work requirements
Use only 4 inch (102 mm) diameter rigid
or flexible metal duct and approved vent
hood which has a swing-out damper(s)
that open when the dryer is in operation.
When the dryer stops, the dampers
automatically close to prevent drafts and
the entrance of insects and rodents. To
avoid restricting the outlet, maintain a
minimum of 12 inches (30.5 cm) clearance
between the vent hood and the ground
or any other obstruction.
Incorrect
PRE-INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
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WARNING
FIRE HAZARD
A clothes dryer must be exhausted
outdoors. DO NOT exhaust dryer into
a chimney, a wall, a ceiling, an attic, a
crawl space or any concealed space of
a building. A clothes dryer produces
combustible lint. If the dryer is not
exhausted outdoors, some fine lint will
be expelled into the laundry area. An
accumulation of lint in any area of the
home can create a health and fire hazard.
The dryer must be connected to an
exhaust outdoors. Prior to installing your new dryer, inspect the outdoor exhaust
opening and remove any accumulation of
lint around the outdoor exhaust opening
and in the surrounding area.
WARNING
FIRE HAZARD
• DO NOT allow combustible materials
(for example: clothing, draperies/
curtains, paper) to come in contact
with exhaust system. The dryer MUST
NOT be exhausted into a chimney,
a wall, a ceiling, or any concealed
space of a building which can
accumulate lint, resulting in a fire
hazard.
• DO NOT screen the exhaust ends of
the vent system, or use any screws,
rivets or other fasteners that extend
into the duct to assemble the exhaust
system. No screen, grate, or guard
of any mesh
size is allowed to cover
the exhaust opening.
Lint can become caught
in the screen, grate,
guard, or on the screws or
rivets, clogging the duct work
and creating a fire hazard as well
as increasing drying times. Use an
approved vent hood to terminate
the duct outdoors, and seal all
joints with metal foil tape. All male
duct pipe fittings MUST be installed
downstream with the flow of air.
WARNING
FIRE HAZARD
Failure to follow safety warnings
exactly could result in serious injury,
death, or property damage. DO NOT
install a booster fan in the exhaust
duct. Install ALL clothes dryers in
accordance with the installation
instructions in this manual.
WARNING
Never exceed more than three-90˚
elbows in the exhaust duct system.
Exceeding the length of duct pipe
or number of elbows allowed in the
“MAXIMUM LENGTH” charts can cause
an accumulation of lint in the exhaust
system. Plugging the system could
create a fire hazard, as well as increase
drying times.
Max. Number of 90° turns
STANDARD VENT MODELS (Preferred)
4” (10.2 cm) louvered 2.5” (6.35 cm)
056 ft. (17 m)42 ft. (13 m)
148 ft. (14.5 m)34 ft. (10.5 m)
240 ft. (12 m)26 ft. (8 m)
332 ft. (9.5 m)18 ft. (5.5 m)
FIRE HAZARD
MAXIMUM LENGTH
of 4” (102 mm) Rigid Metal Duct
VENT HOOD TYPE
WARNING
To prevent the Risk of Fire, use only
the recommended exhaust duct length
chart provided by the manufacturer
for your specific model. Use Long
Vent duct lengths ONLY on laundry
center models identified as LONG
VENT. Standard Vent models are NOT
designed to operate using Long Vent
exhaust duct lengths.
FIRE HAZARD
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PRE-INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Max. Number of 90° turns
4” (10.2 cm) louvered 2.5” (6.35 cm)
0125 ft. (38 m)93 ft. (28 m)
1107 ft. (32 m)75 ft. (22 m)
289 ft. (27 m)58 ft. (17 m)
371 ft. (21 m)40 ft. (12 m)
MAXIMUM LENGTH
of 4” (102 mm) Rigid Metal Duct
LONG VENT MODEL FLCE7523AW
VENT HOOD TYPE
WARNING
FIRE HAZARD
• DO NOT install flexible plastic or
flexible foil venting material.
• If installing semi-rigid venting, DO
NOT exceed 8 ft. (2.4 m) duct length.
WARNING
FIRE HAZARD
• Failure to follow safety warnings
exactly could result in serious injury,
death, or property damage.
• DO NOT install a booster fan in dryer
exhaust duct.
• Install all clothes dryers in
accordance with the installation
instructions in this manual.
Install male fittings in correct direction:
In installations where the exhaust
system is not described in the charts,
the following method must be used
to determine if the exhaust system is
acceptable:
1. Connect an inclined or digital
manometer between the dryer and
the point the
exhaust connects to the dryer.
2. Set the dryer timer and temperature
to air flu (cool down) and start the
dryer.
3. Read the measurement on the
manometer.
4. The system backpressure MUST NOT
be higher than 0.6 inches of water
column. If the system back pressure
is less than 0.6 inches of water
column, the system is acceptable.
If the manometer reading is higher
than 0.6 inches of water column,
the system is too restrictive and the
installation is unacceptable.
Although vertical orientation of the
exhaust system is acceptable, certain
extenuating circumstances could aect
the performance of the dryer:
• Only rigid metal duct work should be
used.
• Venting vertically through a roof may
expose the exhaust system to down
drafts causing an increase in vent
restriction.
• Running the exhaust system
through an uninsulated area may
cause condensation and faster
accumulation of lint.
• Compression or crimping of the
exhaust system will cause an increase
in vent restriction.
• The exhaust system should be
inspected and cleaned a minimum of
every 18 months with normal usage.
The more the dryer is used, the more
often you should check the exhaust
system and vent hood for proper
operation.
CorrectIncorrect
PRE-INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
15
Rear flush exhaust requirements
The laundry center may be exhausted
four (4) ways with rear flush installation:
1. Straight back with articulating elbow
back.
2. Down with articulating elbow down.
3. Left with articulating elbow left.
4. Right with articulating elbow right.
An exhaust hood positioned to line up
with the dryer exhaust can be installed
directly through the outside wall. To
exhaust to the side or down, add an 8
inch (20.3 cm) length of standard 4 inch
(102 mm) diameter duct and a 90° elbow.
To exhaust up, add an 11 inch (28 cm)
length of standard 4 inch (102 mm)
diameter duct and a 90° elbow. The unit
will be positioned about 4.5 inches (11.5
cm) away from the wall (flush to wall
exhausting may be done by going below
the dryer then sideways).
See also Clearance Requirements in this
instruction.
Manufactured or mobile
home installation
1. Installation MUST conform to current
Manufactured Home Construction &
Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR Part
3280 (formerly the Federal Standard
for Mobile Home Construction and
Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280) or
Standard CAN/CSA-Z240 MH.
2. Dryer MUST be exhausted outside
(outdoors, not beneath the mobile
home) using metal ducting that
will not support combustion. Metal
ducting must be 4 inches (10.16 cm)
in diameter with no obstructions.
Rigid metal duct is preferred. Exhaust
ducts must be securely fastened
to a noncombustible portion of the
mobile home structure.
3. If dryer is exhausted through the
floor and area beneath the mobile
home is enclosed, the exhaust
system MUST terminate outside
the enclosure with the termination
securely fastened to the mobile
home structure.
4. Refer to previous sections in this
guide for other important exhaust
venting system requirements.
5. When installing a gas dryer into a
mobile home, a provision must be
made for outside make up air. This
provision is to be not less than twice
the area of the dryer exhaust outlet.
6. Installer MUST anchor this laundry
center to the floor with approved
Mobile Home Installation Kit - P/N
137067200.
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PRE-INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Installation in a recess or
closet
1. A dryer installed in a recess or closet,
MUST be exhausted outdoors.
2. No other fuel burning appliance shall
be installed in the same recess or
closet as a gas dryer.
3. Your dryer needs space around it for
proper ventilation. See "Clearance
Requirements" chart.
4. A minimum of 120 square inches
of inlet ventilation opening to the
recess or closet is required for
proper air flow to the dryer.
5. Inlet air ventilation to the recess or
closet can be satisfied by adding 120
square inches of opening, equally
divided at the top and bottom of the
door and located 3 inches from the
bottom and top of the door.
or, Adding 120 square inches of
ventilation openings to the top,
sides or rear wall of the closet wall, if
the wall is adjacent to an open room,
hallway, or exterior.
or, A louvered door with equivalent
air openings equaling 120 sq. inches
of ventilation for the full length of
the door is acceptable.
It is NOT approved to derive the 120
sq. inches of ventilation from the
space between the door edges and
the casing or the floor.
** The presence of forced heating
and air-conditioning vent openings
in the closet does NOT satisfy
the 120 square inch ventilation
requirement to the closet.
Ventilation Examples
120 sq. Inches
Solid Door with Wall
Ventilation
120 sq. Inches min. Louvered Opening
60 sq. Inches
120 sq. Inches Equally Divided
Split Vent Door
Louvered Door
PRE-INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
17
Clearance requirements
MINIMUM INSTALLATION CLEARANCES
Alcove/
recess
Closet
w/Door
Vent
Closet
w/Wall
Vent
- Inches (cm)
SIDES REARTOP FRONT
0"
(0 cm)0"(0 cm)0"(0 cm)
0"
(0 cm)0"(0 cm)1"(0 cm)1"(2.5cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)1"(2.5cm)1"(2.5cm)1"(2.5cm)
120 sq. Inches of
wall venting
Open
WARNING
EXPLOSION HAZARD
DO NOT install the laundry center where
gasoline or other flammables are kept or
stored. If the laundry center is installed
in a garage, the dryer portion must be a
minimum of 18 inches (45.7 cm) above
the floor. Failure to do so can result in
death, explosion, fire or burns.
IMPORTANT
DO NOT INSTALL YOUR LAUNDRY
CENTER:
• In an area exposed to dripping water
or outside weather conditions. The
ambient temperature should never
be below 60° F (15.6° C) to maximize
detergent eectiveness.
• In an area where it will come in
contact with curtains, drapes, or
anything that will obstruct the flow
of combustion and ventilation air.
• On carpet. Floor MUST be solid with
a maximum slope of 1 inch (2.5 cm).
To minimize vibration or movement,
reinforcement of the floor may be
necessary.
To prevent vibration, possible machine
damage and maximize performance,
the following steps must be completed.
1. If foam tub block has been removed,
reinsert it now and tape the lid securely.
2. Carefully cut the front and back
corners of the left side of the
remaining cardboard.
3. With help from a second person,
carefully tip the laundry center slightly
to the left as shown in the picture
below. Remove the foam shipping
support from the base of the unit. Save
packaging foam for future use.
4. Carefully lower the laundry center to
an upright position and remove the
tape holding the lid shut. Remove the
foam tub block, all foam inserts, and
other tub contents.
NOTE
If the laundry center is to be
transported at a later date, the tub
blocking pad, foam base and tub
support should be retained.
5. From the back of the washer, remove
the wire shipping clips securing the
drain hose.
6. DO NOT remove the PLASTIC CLIPS
which secure the drain hose to the
right side of the washer back sheet.
It helps form a standpipe to prevent
water siphoning.
1
7. Carefully move the laundry center
to within four (4) feet of the
final location for the start of the
installation.
CAUTION
2
EXCESSIVE WEIGHT HAZARD
To avoid back or other injury, have more
than one person move or lift the appliance.
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INSTALLATION
Connecting the gas
1. Remove the shipping cap from gas
pipe at the rear of the dryer.
IMPORTANT
DO NOT connect the dryer to L.P. gas
service without converting the gas
valve. An L.P. conversion kit must be
installed by a qualified gas technician.
2. Connect a 1/2 inch (1.27 cm) I.D.
semi-rigid or approved pipe from
gas supply line to the 3/8 inch (0.96
cm) pipe located on the back of
the dryer. Use a 1/2 inch to 3/8 inch
(1.27 cm to 0.96 cm) reducer for
the connection. Apply an approved
thread sealer that is resistant to the
corrosive action of liquefied gases
on all pipe connections.
Manual
Shutoff
Valve
Open
All connections must be wrench-tightened
Closed
Flare
Union
Nipple
GAS FLOW
Flexible
Connector
Flare
Union
Inlet Pipe on
Back of Dryer
to dryer
from gas supply
Shutoff Valve - Open position
4. Check for gas system leaks with a
manometer. If a manometer is not
available, test all connections by
brushing on a soapy water solution.
WARNING
EXPLOSION HAZARD
NEVER test for gas leaks with an open
flame.
Connecting the electrical
system
The following are specific requirements
for proper and safe electrical installation
of your dryer. Failure to follow these
instructions can create electrical shock
and/or a fire hazard.
IMPORTANT
The supply line must be equipped with
an approved manual shuto valve. This
valve should be located in the same
room as the dryer and should be in a
location that allows ease of opening
and closing. DO NOT block access to
the gas shuto valve.
3. Open the shuto valve in the
gas supply line to allow gas to
flow through the pipe. Wait a few
minutes for gas to move through the
gas line.
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
• This appliance MUST be properly
grounded. Electrical shock can result
if the dryer is not properly grounded.
Follow the instructions in this manual
for proper grounding.
• DO NOT use an extension cord with
this dryer. Some extension cords
are not designed to withstand the
amounts of electrical current this
dryer utilizes and can melt, creating
electrical shock and/or fire hazard.
Locate the dryer within reach of the
receptacle for the length power cord
to be purchased, allowing some slack
in the cord. Refer to the pre-installation
requirements in this manual for the
proper power cord to be purchased.
INSTALLATION
21
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
• A U.L.-approved strain relief must
be installed onto power cord. If the
strain relief is not attached, the cord
can be pulled out of the dryer and
can be cut by any movement of the
cord, resulting in electrical shock.
• DO NOT use an aluminum wired
receptacle with a copper wired
power cord and plug (or vice versa).
A chemical reaction occurs between
copper and aluminum and can cause
electrical shorts. The proper wiring and
receptacle is a copper wired power
cord with a copper wired receptacle.
NOTE
A 208 or 240v, single phase 60Hz,
Alternating Current power supply
should be used on electric dryer
models as indicated on rating plate.
A 120v single phase 60Hz Alternating
Current power supply should be used
on gas dryer models as indicated on
rating plate.
NOTE
Dryers operating on 208 volt power
supply will have longer drying times
than dryers operating on 240 volt
power supply.
Grounding the electric dryer (USA)
WARNING
Improper grounding of the laundry
center may cause serious injury or
death. Check with a licensed electrician
if you are in doubt as to whether the
appliance is properly grounded.
For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:
1. The dryer MUST be grounded. In the
event of a malfunction or breakdown,
grounding will reduce the risk of
electrical shock by a path of least
resistance for electrical current.
2. After you purchase and install a
3-wire or 4-wire power supply cord
having an equipment-grounding
conductor and a grounding plug
that matches your wiring system,
the plug MUST be plugged into
an appropriate, copper wired
receptacle that is properly installed
and grounded in accordance with
all local codes and ordinances. If in
doubt, call a licensed electrician.
3. DO NOT modify the plug you’ve
installed on this appliance. If it will
not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.
For a permanently connected dryer:
The dryer MUST be connected to a
grounded metal, permanent wiring
system; or an equipment grounding
conductor must be run with the circuit
conductors and connected to the
equipment-grounding terminal or lead on
the appliance.
Grounding the electric dryer
(Canada)
NOTE
The electric dryer has been designed
and certified to operate at both
240V and 208V. Drying times on a
208V power supply will, however, be
approximately 20% longer than drying
times on a 240V power supply. This
is normal and expected behavior and
applies to all drying cycles.
WARNING
Improper grounding of the laundry
center may cause serious injury or death.
Check with a licensed electrician if you
are in doubt as to whether the appliance
is properly grounded.
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INSTALLATION
For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:
1. The laundry center MUST be
grounded. In the event of a
malfunction or breakdown,
grounding will reduce the risk of
electrical shock by a path of least
resistance for electrical current.
2. Since your laundry center is
equipped with a power supply cord
having an equipment-grounding
conductor and a grounding plug,
the plug must be plugged into
an appropriate outlet that is
properly installed and grounded
in accordance with all local codes
and ordinances. If in doubt, call a
licensed electrician.
3. DO NOT modify the plug provided
with this appliance. If it will not fit
the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.
Grounding the gas dryer (USA
and Canada)
WARNING
Improper grounding of the laundry
center may cause serious injury or
death. Check with a licensed electrician
if you are in doubt as to whether the
appliance is properly grounded.
Grounding type wall receptacle
Do not, under
any circumstances,
cut, remove,
or bypass the
grounding prong.
Power cord with
3-prong grounded plug
2. The plug must be plugged into an
appropriate outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes
and ordinances. If in doubt, call a
licensed electrician.
3. DO NOT modify the plug provided
with this appliance. If it will not fit
the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.
Electrical connection
(non-Canada) - 3-wire cord
3-wire receptacle
(NEMA type 10-
30R)
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Failure to disconnect power source
before servicing could result in personal
injury or even death.
1. Turn o power supply to outlet.
2. Remove the screw securing the
terminal block access cover on the
back of the dryer.
3. Install a UL-approved strain relief
according to the power cord/strain
relief manufacturer’s instructions in
the power cord entry hole below the
access panel. At this time, the strain
relief should be loosely in place.
4. Thread an UNPLUGGED, ULapproved, 30 amp. power cord,
NEMA 10-30 type SRDT, through the
strain relief.
5. Attach the power cord
neutral (center wire)
conductor to the SILVER
colored center terminal
on the terminal block.
Tighten the screw
securely.
1. The laundry center is equipped with
a three-prong (grounding) plug
for your protection against shock
hazard and should be plugged
directly into a properly grounded
three-prong receptacle.
30 AMP
NEMA 10-30
Neutral
(Center Wire)
INSTALLATION
23
6. Attach the remaining two power
cord outer conductors to the outer,
BRASS colored terminals on the
terminal block. Tighten both screws
securely.
Brass
Terminal
Brass
Terminal
DO NOT remove
inernal ground in
a 3-wire system
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
DO NOT make a sharp bend or crimp
wiring/conductor at connections.
7. Follow manufacturer’s guidelines for
firmly securing the strain relief and
power cord.
8. Reinstall the terminal block cover.
IMPORTANT
If moving dryer from a 4-wire system
and installing it in a 3-wire system,
move the internal ground from the
center terminal back to the GREEN
screw next to the terminal block.
Electrical connection
(non-Canada) - 4-wire cord
4-wire receptacle
(NEMA type 14-
30R)
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Failure to disconnect power source
before servicing could result in personal
injury or even death.
1. Turn o power supply to outlet.
2. Remove the screw securing the
terminal block access cover on the
back of the dryer.
3. Install a UL-approved strain relief
according to the power cord/strain
relief manufacturer’s instructions in
the power cord entry hole below the
access panel. At this time, the strain
relief should be loosely in place.
4. Thread an UNPLUGGED, ULapproved, 30 amp. power cord,
NEMA 14-30 type DRT or SRDT,
through the strain relief.
Neutral wireNeutral wire
BLACK or BLACK or
RED power RED power
WHITEWHITE
Neutral wireNeutral wire
Neutral
(WHITE
wire)
BRASS
terminals
WHITEWHITE
wireswires
WHITEWHITE
30 AMP
NEMA 14-30
5. Disconnect the internal (WHITE) dryer
harness ground wire from the
(GREEN) ground screw next to the
terminal block.
6. Attach the ground (GREEN) power
cord wire to the cabinet with the
ground (GREEN) screw. Tighten the
screw securely.
GREEN GREEN
ground screwground screw
GREEN GREEN
ground wireground wire
7. Move the internal dryer harness
ground (WHITE) wire to the terminal
block and attach it along with the
neutral (WHITE) power cord wire
conductor to the center, SILVER
colored terminal on the terminal block.
Tighten the screw securely.
Move Internal Move Internal
ground ground
(WHITE) wire (WHITE) wire
to neutral to neutral
(SILVER) (SILVER)
terminal terminal
for 4-wire for 4-wire
system.system.
Ground
(GREEN
wire)
WHITEWHITE
ground wireground wire
ground wireground wire
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INSTALLATION
8. Attach the RED and BLACK power
cord conductors to the outer, BRASS
colored terminals on the terminal
block. Tighten both screws securely.
BRASS
terminals
BLACK or RED BLACK or RED
power wirespower wires
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
DO NOT make a sharp bend or crimp
wiring/conductor at connections.
9. Follow manufacturer’s guidelines for
firmly securing the strain relief and
power cord.
10. Reinstall the terminal block cover.
Leveling the laundry center
Excessive noise and vibration can be
prevented by properly leveling the
laundry center.
1. With the
laundry
center within
4 feet (1 m)
of its final
location,
place a level
on top of the washer lid.
2. Use
adjustable
pliers to
adjust the
leveling
legs so the
laundry
center is
level frontto-rear and
side-to-side,
and stable corner-to-corner.
raise
lower
3. Press down
on alternate
corners and
sides and
feel for the
slightest
movement.
Adjust the appropriate leg(s) so the
laundry center sits solidly on the
floor on ALL four legs. Keep the
leveling leg extension at a minimum
for best performance of the washer.
Connecting the water
1. Run some water
from the hot and
cold faucets to
flush the water
lines and remove
particles that
might clog the
water valve screens
and to determine
which faucet is hot
and which is cold
supply.
2. Check to ensure
that the inlet hoses
have the rubber
washer firmly in
place. Use only
new hoses.
NOTE
Hoses are not included with laundry
center purchase and must be
purchased separately.
3. Connect the
HOT inlet
hose to the
HOT inlet
connection
on the
washer and
the COLD
inlet hose to
the COLD
inlet connection on the washer (cold
on top).
Tighten by hand until snug. Then
tighten each supply connection
another 2/3 turn with pliers. DO
NOT cross thread or over-tighten
these connections.
4. Connect the
HOT inlet
hose to the
HOT water
supply and
the COLD
inlet hose to
the COLD
water supply.
Tighten by
hand until snug.
5. Tighten
each supply
connection
another 2/3
turn with
pliers. DO
NOT bend,
kink, or
pinch water
inlet hoses.
6. Turn on the water and check for
leaks.
Connecting the exhaust
1. Remove the two screws securing
the dryer front access panel to the
dryer cabinet. Lift the panel until the
tabs can be disengaged from the
cabinet, remove the panel and set
aside.
INSTALLATION
25
Clamp
3. Reinstall the dryer front access
panel.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
Certain internal parts are intentionally
not grounded and may present a risk
of electrical shock if contacted during
installation. Do not contact the following
parts while the appliance is energized:
• Pump
• Drive Motor
• Electronic control boards
• Water valve
4. Carefully slide the laundry center to
its final position. Recheck for level
and rock corners for stability.
2. Connect the exhaust duct to the
outside exhaust system. Use of a 4”
(10.2 cm) clamp is recommended
to connect the dryer to the exhaust
vent system. Use metal foil tape to
seal all other joints.
Connecting the drain
1. Form a “U” shape on the end of the
drain hose with the hose pointed
toward the drain.
2. Place the formed end in a laundry
tub or a standpipe and secure the drain
hose with the cable tie (provided in the
enclosure package) to the standpipe,
inlet hose, laundry tub, etc. so the hose
does not pull out from the force of the
wa ter.
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INSTALLATION
Insert Less
Than 8.5"
(21.5 cm)
Cable Tie
NOTE
The standpipe inside diameter must be
1-1/4” (3.2 cm) minimum. There must be
an air gap around the drain hose in the
standpipe. A snug hose fit can cause a
siphoning action.
Completing the installation
Grounding type wall receptacle
Do not, under
any circumstances,
cut, remove,
or bypass the
grounding prong.
Power cord with
3-prong grounded plug
2. Turn on the power at the circuit
breaker/fuse box.
3. Run the washer through a complete
cycle, checking for water leaks and
proper operation.
4. If you have any questions during
initial operation, please review
Troubleshooting
service.
5. Place these instructions in a location
near the appliance for future
reference.
before calling for
IMPORTANT
Check to ensure the power is o at
a circuit breaker/fuse box before
plugging the power cord into an outlet.
1. Plug the power cord into a grounded
outlet.
WARNING
Improper grounding of the dryer may
cause serious injury or death. Check
with a licensed electrician if you are in
doubt as to whether the appliance is
properly grounded.
NOTE
A wiring diagram and technical data
sheet are located behind the dryer
access panel.
WARNING
When discarding or storing your old
laundry center, ALWAYS remove the
washer and dryer doors.
CONTROLS AND SETTINGS
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Washer controls and settings
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 dier.
Wash cycle selection
For best results
Follow the fabric care
label instructions on
items to be washed.
Turn the WASHER cycle selector in either
direction to select a washing cycle.
Normal
Select this cycle for normally soiled
cottons, linens, towels, shirts, denims, and
mixed loads.
Activewear
Select this cycle for small loads of lightweight, synthetic apparel worn for
working out, running, swimming, cycling,
tennis, and similar activities when
removal of light soil
and perspiration are important.
Delicates
Select this cycle for lightly soiled knits
and delicates which require gentle
washing.
Quick Wash
Select this cycle to quickly wash a small,
lightly soiled load in 35 minutes.
Rinse & Spin
Select this cycle for loads that require a
cold water rinse or to add fabric softener
that may have been omitted in a regular
cycle.
Soak
Select this cycle to soak heavily soiled
and stained items before washing. Cold
water is recommended with this cycle as
warmer water may set some stains. Use
the amount of detergent recommended
for a normal wash cycle. If desired, use
a bleach or a soaking agent safe for the
fabric. The washer will continue on with
a soil-loosening wash cycle immediately
after the soak phase.
Light Soil
Select this cycle for lightly soiled cottons,
linens, towels, shirts, denims, and mixed
loads.
Colors
Select this cycle for lightly soiled, dark,
or highly dyed fabrics which may be
susceptible to dye loss.
Heavy Soil
Select this cycle for heavily soiled
cottons, linens, towels, shirts, denims, and
mixed loads.
Bulky
Select this cycle for bulky items such
as comforters, blankets, mattress pads,
sleeping bags, and other similar items.
NOTE
Washers connected to water supplies
with lower inlet pressure will experience
longer filling times and may not
complete cycle as quickly.
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CONTROLS AND SETTINGS
Wash cycle settings
Wash temp (water temperature)
Press the Wash Temp button to cycle
through wash water temperatures until
the desired temperature is selected.
The LED will light to indicate the
current selection. Select a wash water
temperature according to fiber content,
colorfastness, and soil level. To protect
your fabrics, the temperature range of
cold to hot settings may be dierent
depending on cycle selected.
The water heater setting, its distance from
the washer, water usage in other parts
of the home, and seasonally low ground
water temperature in some geographic
areas can aect water temperature.
Hot
Select this setting for heavily soiled white
or colorfast cottons and blends.
Warm
Select this setting for normally soiled
white or colorfast cottons or blends.
Cold
Select this setting for lightly soiled
non-colorfast items, knits, delicates, and
hand washables. Some warm water will
automatically blend with cold tap supply to
achieve cold.
Water level
MaxFill
Select the MaxFill water level setting if
the tub is over one half (1/2) full.
Med (Medium)
Select the Medium water level setting if
the tub is between one third (1/3) and
one half (1/2) full.
Low
Select the Low setting if the tub is one
third (1/3) or less full.
The Medium and MaxFill settings are also
recommended for heavily soiled loads to
remove excess dirt and detergent or if
household members have sensitive skin.
Detergent Packs
For best results add the recommended
quantity of detergent packs (One or
Two) directly in the empty drum BEFORE
placing the laundry into the unit.
DO NOT place the detergent packs on
top of the laundry as the gel coating may
stick to the clothes.
For best results
Follow the fabric care
label instructions on
items to be washed.
Press the Water Level button to cycle
through wash water level until the desired
water level is selected. The recommended
water level can be determined by the size
of the wash load.
CONTROLS AND SETTINGS
Washer setting chart
These temperatures and water levels are available with the following cycles
Quick
Wash
Delicates
Activewear
Normal
Bulky
Heavy Soil
Colors
Light Soil
Wash Temperature
Hot
Warm
Cold
Water Level
MaxFill
Med
Low
= Available selections. = Factory presets. = Non-modiable presets.
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Soak
Rinse &
Spin
Wash cycle controls (Start,
Pause, and Cancel)
START
Press WASHER
START|PAUSE button once
to begin the wash cycle.
The unit will emit two short
beeps, the LED will turn solid
white, and the door lid lock
will engage with an audible
double click.
PAUSE
Press WASHER START|PAUSE button
once while the washer is running to pause
the wash cycle. The unit will emit one
short beep, the LED will blink, the wash
tub will come to a complete stop, and the
door lid safety lock will disengage with
an audible double click. The wash tub
can take up to 6 minutes to stop after
the START|PAUSE button is pressed. DO
NOT force open the locked lid. Press the
START|PAUSE button again to restart the
wash cycle.
CANCEL
Press WASHER CANCEL button to cancel
the wash cycle. The unit will emit one
long beep, the wash tub will come to a
complete stop, and the door lid safety
lock will disengage with an audible
double click. The wash tub can take up
to 6 minutes to stop after the CANCEL
button is pressed. DO NOT force open
the locked lid.
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CONTROLS AND SETTINGS
Wash cycle indicator lights
The washing cycle
indicator lights
provide information
during the wash
cycle.
The Close Washer Lid advisory LED
will illuminate if the
washer lid is open.
Fully close the
washer lid before
starting the washer. The washer will not
operate with the lid open.
The Balance Load advisory LED indicator
will illuminate if the wash load is
unbalanced in the drum during the wash
cycle. Pause the washer and redistribute
the wash load.
The Cycle Status Lights will illuminate as
each stage of the wash cycle is reached.
Cycle Status Light stages include:
Washing, Rinsing, Spinning and Done.
Chime
Press and hold the Wash Temp button for
3 seconds to mute or unmute the chime
(on some models). Once muted, the
sound from the button press and the end
of cycle reminder will both be muted.
WARNING
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.
• 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 o 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.
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.
CONTROLS AND SETTINGS
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Dryer controls and settings
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 dier.
Dry cycle selection
Auto dry cycles
NOTE
The Clean Lint Filter LED will illuminate after
each drying cycle as a reminder to clean
the lint lter. The lint lter must be cleaned
after every load. This is NOT a warning of a
clogged exhaust duct or lter. Open door or
press CANCEL to turn o the LED.
For best results
Follow the fabric care label
instructions on items to be washed.
Turn the DRYER cycle selector in either direction to select a drying cycle.
Auto Dry cycles take the guesswork out
of selecting the correct drying time for
each load. With auto dry cycles, the load
will automatically be dried at the selected
temperature. When the load has neared
the end of the drying cycle, it will continue
to tumble for a brief cool down period.
This helps reduce wrinkling and makes
items easier to handle during unloading.
Drying time varies depending on size of
load, dampness of load, and fabric type.
Available auto dry settings are as follows:
Normal
Select this cycle to dry everyday fabrics
including cottons, linens, and sheets.
Bulky
Select this cycle for bulky items such
as comforters, blankets, mattress pads,
sleeping bags, and other similar items.
Delicates
Select this cycle to dry cottons, blends, and
permanent press items with a no-iron finish.
Activewear
Select this specialty cycle to dry lightweight
synthetic athletic apparel including stretch
fabrics.
NOTE
To change settings after the cycle starts,
press the START|PAUSE button and adjust
the setting. Press the START|PAUSE
button again to resume the cycle.
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CONTROLS AND SETTINGS
Timed dry cycles
WARNING
FIRE HAZARD
To avoid fire hazard, DO NOT use heat
to dry items containing feathers or
down, foam rubber, plastics similarly
textured, rubber-like materials. Use the
Air Flu setting.
Quick Dry
Select this timed cycle to quickly dry a
small load made up of just a few items.
It provides approximately 25 minutes of
tumbling including a cool down period.
Timed dry
Select a timed drying cycle for any load
using one of the preset cycles of 15, 30, 60,
or 90 minutes. The dryer will continue to
heat throughout the cycle until the final cool
down period.
Air Flu
Select this cycle for loads that require air
drying only. No heat is applied on this cycle.
Use this setting for dry items such as
items containing feathers, down, foam
rubber, plastics, or rubber-like materials; to
refresh clothing, stued animals, pillows, or
blankets; and to dust draperies.
High
Recommended for durable fabrics and
towels.
Normal
Recommended for most cotton fabrics.
Low
Recommended for delicate fabrics.
NOTE
Air Flu setting does not use heat and
WILL NOT illuminate any of the Dry Temp
LED lights.
Drying cycle settings
Dry Temp (Drying Temperature)
Select the temperature setting most
suitable for each load. To protect your
fabrics, not all temperatures are available
with every cycle. If an unavailable
temperature setting is selected by the
user, the nearest available temperature
will be substituted.
CONTROLS AND SETTINGS
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Drying cycle controls
(Start, Pause, and Cancel)
START
Press DRYER
START|PAUSE button
once to begin the drying
cycle. The unit will emit
one beep before the
drum begins to rotate.
PAUSE
Press DRYER
START|PAUSE button
while the dryer is running
to pause the drying cycle.
Opening the door with a cycle running
will also pause the cycle. You will hear
two beeps. Allow the drum to come to
a complete stop before reaching inside.
Press the DRYER START|PAUSE button
while paused to restart the drying cycle.
CANCEL
Press the DRYER CANCEL button to
cancel the drying cycle. Wait for the
drum to come to a complete stop before
reaching inside.
Chime
Press and hold the DRY Temp button for
3 seconds to mute or unmute the chime
(on some models). Once muted, the
sound from the button press and the end
of cycle reminder will both be muted.
Drying cycle indicator lights
The drying cycle
indicator lights
provide information
during the dry cycle.
The Close Dryer Door advisory LED
will illuminate if the
dryer door is open.
Fully close the dryer
door before starting the dryer. The dryer will
not operate with the door open.
NOTE
The Clean Lint Filter LED will illuminate after
each drying cycle as a reminder to clean
the lint lter. The lint lter must be cleaned
after every load. This is NOT a warning of a
clogged exhaust duct or lter. Open door or
press CANCEL to turn o the LED.
The cycle status lights will illuminate as
each stage of the drying cycle is reached.
Stages include: Drying, Cooling, and Done.
Dryer Setting Chart
These temperatures and water levels are available with the following cycles
Quick Dry
(25 min)
Delicates
(Auto dry)
Activewear
(Auto dry)
Normal
(Auto dry)
Bulky
(Auto dry)
Air Flu - no
heat(30 min)
90 min
60 min
Dry Temp (Drying Temperature)
High
Normal
Low
= Available selections. = Factory presets. = Non-modifiable presets.
30 min
15 min
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Operating the washer
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
or injury to persons, read the Important
Safety Information in this
Guide
before operating your washer.
WARNING
DO NOT wash water-resistant and
water-repellent type clothing or other
materials. Failure to closely follow these
instructions may result in abnormal
vibrating and out-of-balance conditions
that could result in physical injury,
property damage, and/or appliance
damage.
STEPSTIPSIMPORTANT
1. Sort laundry
into loads
that can
be washed
together.
2. Prepare
items for
washing.
3. . Pretreat
stains and
heavy soil.
• Sort by recommended cycle
• Separate white, light, and
• Separate items that shed lint
• Separate heavily soiled items
• Separate lacy, sheer, loosely
• Empty pockets.
• Brush o lint and dirt. Shake
• Close zippers, fasten hooks,
• Place delicate and small items
• See
Use & Care
and water temperature.
colorfast items from dark and
non-colorfast items.
from items that attract lint.
Casual, synthetic, knit, and
corduroy items will pick up
lint from towels, rugs, and
bedspreads.
from lightly soiled items.
knit, or delicate items from
durable items.
out rugs and beach towels.
button buttons, and tie strings/
sashes. Remove non-washable
trims and ornaments.
such as bras and hosiery in a
mesh bag (not included).
Stain Removal Guide
instructions.
CAUTION
To avoid serious personal injury, DO
NOT operate washer if safety lid lock
is missing, damaged or operating
improperly.
NOTE
To prevent injury,
the lid will remain
locked for up to
6 minutes after
the cycle ends,
to allow the
wash tub to stop
spinning.
• DO NOT machine wash items
containing fiberglass. Small
particles of fiberglass left in
drum may transfer to fabrics
in other loads and cause skin
irritation and/or damage to
fabrics.
• DO NOT wash water-resistant
and water-repellent type
clothing or other materials.
• Mend rips and tears to prevent
further damage during
washing.
• Turn knit items inside out to
prevent pilling.
for safe, successful stain removal
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
STEPSTIPSIMPORTANT
4. Add liquid
detergent/
detergent
packs or
powder
detergent
to wash tub
BEFORE
adding load.
5. Add other
wash products
to wash tub (if
desired).
• The amount of detergent
required depends on the type
of detergent, load size, and
water hardness.
• Add the packs directly in the
empty drum BEFORE placing
the laundry into the unit. Do
not add more detergent packs
than recommended as this can
result in residual detergent being
leftover at the end of the cycle.
• Water conditioners, detergent
boosters, and enzyme products
may be added with detergent.
• For best results add the
recommended quantity of
detergent packs (One or Two)
directly in the empty drum
BEFORE placing the laundry
into the unit.
• DO NOT place the detergent
packs on top of the laundry as
the gel coating may stick to the
clothes.
• Follow manufacturer’s
instructions for recommended
amount of detergent.
• Use a low-sudsing, higheciency detergent to prevent
oversudsing.
• Look for the higheciency symbol on the
detergent label.
• See product manufacturer’s
instructions.
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6. Add bleach
(if desired)
before adding
load.
7. Add laundry
load to wash
tub.
• If using liquid bleach, add to
bleach dispenser located in left
front corner under lid. Then
add 1 cup (240 ml) water to
flush dispenser.
• If using powdered bleach, add
directly to the empty tub.
• Add items one at a time, each
tightly bunched into its own
“ball” to allow beneficial item
interaction. Avoid loading
items in a flat, laid-out fashion.
• For best washing performance,
dry load level should not be
higher than the upper row of
holes in the wash tub.
• Combine large and small items
in a load. Load small items first.
Large items should not be more
than half the total wash load.
• When washing a single heavy
item, add 1 or 2 towels to
balance the load.
• Follow manufacturer’s
instructions for recommended
amount of bleach.
• DO NOT use powdered bleach
in bleach dispenser.
• DO NOT overload the washer.
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STEPSTIPSIMPORTANT
8. Add liquid
fabric
softener to
the final rinse
(if desired).
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
• Add diluted fabric softener
to the final rinse following
fabric softener manufacturer’s
instructions.
• A fabric softener dispensing
ball can also be used.
• To prevent staining, do not
• Use of multi-product
pour liquid fabric softener
directly on to wash load.
(detergent plus softener)
sheets or color-absorbing
sheets NOT recommended.
They could damage or disable
your machine.
9. Select
washing
cycle and
settings for
each load.
10. Close the
washer lid
and start the
washer.
11. Remove
items when
the cycle is
completed.
• See
Washer Cycle Selection
and
Washer Cycle Settings
the following pages.
• Unit will emit three short
beeps to indicate it is in “wake”
mode and ready to operate.
• See
Washing Cycle Controls
(Start, Pause, and Cancel)
the following pages.
• LED will light solid when
washer is running.
• For your safety, the lid is
locked during the operation of
the washer.
• Once cycle has ended, wash
tub will come to a complete
stop and door lid safety lock
will disengage with an audible
double click.
• 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.
on
on
• For best results, follow fabric
care label on items to be
washed.
• Pausing a wash cycle while
washer is running may aect
performance of the wash
cycle.
• DO NOT force open the locked lid.
• For safety, the lid will remain
locked for up to 6 minutes.
• For best results, follow fabric
care label on items to be
dried.
Operating the dryer
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
or injury to persons, read the Important
Safety Information in this
Guide
before operating your dryer.
STEPSTIPSIMPORTANT
1. Prepare load
for drying.
2. Check that
the lint filter
is clean and
in place.
• Dry items of similar fabric, weight, and
• Separate dark items from light-colored
• Check for stains which may not have been
• Place delicate or small items in a mesh bag
• Be sure buckles, buttons, and trim are
•
Use & Care
construction in the same load.
items. Separate items that shed lint from
those that attract lint.
removed in washing. Repeat stain removal
process and wash again before drying.
(not included).
heatproof and won’t damage the drum
finish. Close zippers, buttons, hooks, and
hook and loop fasteners. Tie strings and
sashes to prevent snagging and tangling.
CAUTION
• DO NOT operate dryer without lint
filter in place.
• A LWAYS clean filter after each load.
• Dryer heat may
permanently set
some stains.
• DO NOT operate
dryer without lint
filter in place.
• DO NOT operate
dryer without
cleaning the filter
before use.
3. Load the
dryer and
close the
door.
• Load items loosely. The average wet load
will fill the drum 1/3 to 1/2 full. Items need
room to tumble freely for even drying and
less wrinkling.
• If desired, place a dryer fabric softener
sheet on top of the load at the beginning
of the cycle.
• When drying large items, dry only two or
three items at a time. Fill out the load with
smaller items.
• For delicate or very small loads, add two or
three similar items to improve tumbling action.
• DO NOT overload
the dryer.
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STEPSTIPSIMPORTANT
4. Select the
cycle and
settings for
each load.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
• See
Drying Cycle Selection
Cycle Settings
• Over-drying can cause wrinkles, shrinkage,
lint, harshness, and build up of static
electricity.
on the following pages.
and
Drying
• For best results,
follow fabric care
label on items to
be dried.
5. Start the
dryer.
6. Remove
items when
cycle completes.
• If drying a single large or bulky item, such
as a comforter, remove the item part way
through the cycle and turn it “inside out”
to maximize drying eectiveness. Place
item back in dryer and re-start cycle.
• See
Drying Cycle Controls (Start, Pause,
and Cancel)
• Immediately hang or fold when the load is
completed.
on the following pages.
•
The dryer WILL
NOT operate with
the door open.
• Always
clean filter
after each use.
STAIN REMOVAL GUIDE
Safe stain removal procedures
• Remove stains promptly.
• Follow the recommended 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
wa ter.
• 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.
WARNING
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.
• 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 o vapors that
could ignite or explode.
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WARNING
Never use highly flammable solvents,
such as gasoline, inside the home.
Vapors can explode on contact with
flames or sparks.
WARNING
HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD
DO NOT use or mix liquid chlorine
bleach with other household chemicals
such as toilet cleaners, rust removers,
acids such as vinegar, or products
containing ammonia. These mixtures
can produce dangerous fumes which
can cause serious injury or death.
BloodRinse with cold water. Rub with bar soap. Or, pretreat or soak with
Candle wax, crayon Scrape o surface wax. Place stain face down between paper
ChocolatePretreat or soak in warm water using product containing
Collar or cu soil,
cosmetics
Dye transfer on
white fabric
GrassPretreat or soak in warm water using product containing
Grease, oil, tar
(butter, fats,
cooking oils, car
grease, motor oils)
InkSome inks may be impossible to remove. Washing may set
Mildew, scorchWash with chlorine bleach if safe for fabric. Or, soak in oxygen
MudBrush o dry mud. Pretreat or soak with product containing enzymes.
Mustard, tomatoPretreat with prewash stain remover. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Nail polishMay be impossible to remove. Place stain face down on paper
Paint, varnishWATER-BASED: Rinse fabric in cool water while stain is wet.
PerspirationUse prewash stain remover or rub with bar soap. Rinse. Wash
Rust, brown or
yellow discoloration
Shoe polishLIQUID: Pretreat with a paste of powder detergent and water.
TomatoPretreat with prewash stain remover. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Urine, vomit,
mucus, feces
WinePretreat or soak in cold water. Wash in hot water using bleach
Apply ice. Scrape o 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.
product containing enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
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.
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.
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. Use prewash stain remover, denatured alcohol or
nonflammable dry cleaning fluid.
bleach and hot water before washing. Badly mildewed fabrics
may be permanently damaged.
towels. Apply nail polish remover to back of stain. Repeat,
replacing paper towels frequently. DO NOT use on acetate fabrics.
Wash. Once paint is dry, it cannot be removed. OIL-BASED
AND VARNISH: Use solvent recommended on can label. Rinse
thoroughly before washing.
using non-chlorine bleach in hottest water safe for fabric.
Use rust remover safe for fabric. DO NOT use chlorine bleach
because it may intensify discoloration.
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.
safe for fabric.
CARE AND CLEANING
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WARNING
A clothes dryer produces combustible
lint. The dryer must be connected to an
outdoors exhaust. Regularly inspect the
outdoor exhaust opening and remove
any accumulation of lint around the
opening and in the surrounding area.
FIRE HAZARD
IMPORTANT
Clean the lint filter after every load.
WARNING
To reduce risk of fire or serious injury to
persons or property, comply with the
basic warnings listed in the Important
Safety Information and in this
Cleaning
section.
Care and
WARNING
FIRE HAZARD /
HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD
Before cleaning the laundry center
interior, unplug the electrical power
cord to avoid electrical shock hazards.
Cleaning Inside of Dryer
WARNING
FIRE HAZARD /
HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD
DO NOT use any type spray cleanser when
cleaning the dryer interior. Hazardous
fumes or electrical shock could occur.
• Clean the lint filter after every load.
Lint build-up on the filter restricts
air flow, which causes longer drying
times. The filter is located in the
dryer door. Remove by pulling
straight up. Remove the lint and
replace the filter.
• Occasionally a waxy build-up may
form on the lint filter from using
dryer-added fabric softener sheets.
To remove this build-up, wash the
filter with warm, soapy water. Dry
the filter thoroughly and replace. DO
NOT operate the dryer without the
lint filter in place.
• If the dryer drum becomes stained from
non colorfast fabrics, clean the drum
with a damp cloth and a mild liquid
household cleanser. Remove cleanser
residue before drying the next load.
• Every 18 months a qualified service
personnel should clean the dryer
cabinet interior and exhaust duct.
These areas can collect lint and dust
over time. An excessive amount of
lint build-up could result in inecient
drying and possible fire hazard.
Cleaning Inside of Washer
• 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.
• Dry the washer top, the area around
the lid opening, and the underside of
the lid. These areas should always be
dry before the lid is closed.
• Before cleaning the washer interior,
unplug the electrical power cord to
avoid electrical shock hazards.
• When extremely soiled items have been
washed, a dirty residue may remain on
the tub. Remove this by wiping the tub
with a nonabrasive household cleanser.
Rinse thoroughly with water.
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• The base plate or tub may become
stained from fabric dye. Clean these
parts with a nonabrasive household
cleanser. This prevents dye transfer to
future loads.
CARE AND CLEANING
IMPORTANT
DO NOT store or place laundry
products on top of laundry center at
any time. They can damage the finish or
controls.
Cleaning Outside of Laundry
Center
• When washing is completed, wipe
top and sides of laundry center with
a damp cloth. Turn water faucets o
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.
• When cleaning chrome parts, it is
best to use only a damp cloth.
• 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.
• Before moving the laundry center,
place a strip of cardboard or thin
fiberboard under the front leveling
legs to prevent damage to the floor.
CARE AND CLEANING
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Winterizing Instructions
IMPORTANT
Winterize the laundry center if it
is stored in an area where freezing
can occur or moved in freezing
temperatures to prevent damage to the
washer:
1. Turn o 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. Select the rinse & spin cycle. Start
the cycle and let the washer drain
for 1 minute to drain out all the
water. Not all of the RV antifreeze
will be expelled.
6. Stop the cycle, unplug electrical
power cord, dry o tub interior, and
close the lid.
7. Store laundry center in an upright
position.
8. To remove antifreeze from washer
after storage, run empty washer
through a complete cycle using
detergent. DO NOT add wash load.
Water inlet hose inspection
Periodically inspect all water inlet hoses
for water leaks, wear, cuts, corrosion and
bulges. Replace all hoses, if any sign of
the above is visible. All hoses should be
replaced every 5 years to reduce the risk
of hose failures. When replacing hoses,
refer to the Installation sections of this
Use & Care guide for proper installation
instructions. DO NOT overtighten or cross
thread the fittings. DO NOT allow the
hose to rub against sharp objects. Always
ensure the hose fitting rubber gasket is
installed and free from water leaks when
water pressure is applied.
RV
ANTIFREEZE
Follow
Winterizing
Instructions
for cold weather
storage and care.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Common washing inquiries
Many washing problems involve poor soil and stain removal, residues of lint and
scum, and fabric damage. For satisfactory washing results, follow these suggestions
provided by The Soap and Detergent Association.
PROBLEMPOSSIBLE
Blue stains• Undiluted liquid
Discoloration,
graying
Greasy, oily
stains
Holes, tears,
or snags
Lint• Incorrect sorting.
CAUSES
detergent or
fabric softener
dispensed
directly onto
fabric.
• Not enough
detergent.
• Wash water
temperature too
low.
• Incorrect sorting.
• Not enough
detergent.
• Undiluted liquid
fabric softener
poured directly
on fabric.
• Incorrect use of
chlorine bleach.
• Unfastened
zippers, hooks,
and buckles.
• Rips, tears, and
broken threads.
• Overloading the
washer.
• Degradation of
fabric.
• Tissues left in
pocket.
• Overloading the
washer.
• Not enough
detergent.
• Undissolved
detergent has
left residue
resembling lint.
• Static cling is
attracting lint.
• Load washed too
long.
SOLUTIONSPREVENTIVE
• If caused by detergent,
mix 1 cup (240 ml) white
vinegar with 1 quart
(.95 L) water in a plastic
container. Soak item for
1 hour, then rinse.
• If caused by fabric
softener, rub with bar
soap and rewash.
• Rewash with correct
amount of detergent
and hottest water safe
for fabric.
• Add bleach safe for
fabric.
• Treat with prewash stain
remover or liquid
detergent.
• Increase detergent and
water temperature, and
rewash.
• Rub fabric softener
stains with bar soap and
rewash.
• May be irreversible if
rips, tears, and seams
cannot be mended.
• Reduce load size.
Rewash using correct
water temperature,
water level, and amount
of detergent.
• Add non precipitating
water conditioner to
wash water to remove
detergent residue.
• Add fabric softener to
final rinse.
• Dry load in dryer.
• Remove lint with lint
brush or roller.
MEASURES
• Add detergent to
empty tub. DO NOT
pour
on dry load.
• Avoid overfilling
fabric softener
compartment of
dispenser.
• Sort items by soil
level and color.
• Use correct amount
of detergent, hottest
water, and bleach
safe for fabric.
• Use correct amount
of detergent and
hottest water safe
for fabric.
• DO NOT pour liquid
fabric softener
directly on fabric.
See
Operating
Instructions
• DO NOT pour
chlorine bleach
directly on fabric.
• Check condition
of items before
washing. See
Operating
Instructions
• See
Operating
Instructions
• DO NOT overload
washer.
• Use correct
temperature,
amount of
detergent, water,
and wash time.
.
.
, steps.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Common washing inquiries (continued)
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PROBLEMPOSSIBLE
Pilling
(Fibers ball
up and cling
to fabric)
Residue or
powder on
dark items;
Sti, harsh
fabrics
Unexpected
washing
results of
large items
Wrinkling• Overloading the
Yellow
buildup of
body soil on
synthetic
fabrics
Yellow or
brown rust
stains
CAUSES
• Pilling is normal
with synthetic
and permanent
press fabrics due
to abrasion from
normal wear.
• Undissolved
detergent.
• Some granular
detergents can
combine with
hard water
minerals to form
a residue.
• Overloading the
washer.
• Poor movement
of large items
during wash
action.
• Large items
loaded
incorrectly in a
flat fashion.
washer.
• Incorrect wash
cycle for wash
load.
• Agitation time
too short.
• Water
temperature too
low.
• Not enough
detergent.
• Iron or
manganese in
water supply,
water pipes, or
water heater.
SOLUTIONSPREVENTIVE
• Use a lint brush or
shaver to remove pills.
• Rewash load.• Increase water
• Rearrange load and
rewash.
• Reduce load size.
• Rinse in cold water with
liquid fabric softener
using the casual or
delicate cycle.
• Soak in detergent
booster or product
containing enzymes.
• Wash in hottest water
safe for fabric using
casual cycle.
• Increase detergent.
• Add bleach safe for
fabric or treat with color
remover.
• To restore discolored
load of whites, use rust
remover safe for fabric.
• DO NOT use chlorine
bleach to remove rust
stains. It may intensify
discoloration.
MEASURES
• Use fabric softener
in washer to lubricate
fibers.
• When ironing, use
spray starch or fabric
finish on collars and
cus.
• Turn items inside out
to reduce abrasion.
temperature using
hottest water safe
for fabric.
• DO NOT overload
washer.
• Use liquid detergent
or use non
precipitating water
conditioner with
powder detergent.
• Add items one at a
time, each tightly
bunched into its
own ball, to allow
beneficial item
interaction.
• Avoid loading items in
a flat, laid-out fashion.
• DO NOT overload
washer.
• Remove items from
washer as soon as
cycle is completed.
• Use liquid fabric
softener.
• Select correct wash
cycle.
• Use correct amount
of detergent.
• Wash synthetics
frequently using hot
or warm water.
• Use non precipitating
water softener.
• Before washing, run
hot water for a few
minutes to clear lines.
• Drain water heater
occasionally.
• For an ongoing
problem, install iron
filter in your water
supply system.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Common drying inquiries
Many drying problems involve poor drying results, excess lint and residues of lint and
scum, and fabric damage. For satisfactory drying results, follow these suggestions
provided by The Soap and Detergent Association.
PROBLEMPOSSIBLE
Greasy, oily
stains
Lint• Overloading
Pilling
(Fibers
break o,
ball up and
cling to
fabric)
Shrinking• Temperature
Wrinkling• Overloading
CAUSES
• Use of fabric
softener
sheet.
the dryer.
• Overdrying
causes static
electricity.
• Lint filter
not clean
when cycle
began.
• Lint
attached to
pills.
• Overdrying. • Use a lint brush or
too high.
• Overdrying.
the dryer.
• Leaving
items in
dryer after
cycle ends.
SOLUTIONSPREVENTIVE MEASURES
• Rub fabric softener
stains with bar soap.
Rinse and rewash.
• Reduce load size and
rewash using liquid
fabric softener in the
final rinse.
• Add a fabric softener
sheet and tumble
with no heat.
• Use lint brush or roller
to remove lint.
shaver to remove pills.
• Irreversible condition. • Follow fabric care label
• Reduce load size and
tumble at medium
or low heat for 5-10
min.
• Remove items
immediately. Hang or
fold.
• Add a few bath towels
to small loads for proper
tumbling.
• Some silk-like fabrics should
be air dried.
• Use proper drying
temperature.
• Place fabric softener sheet
in load before starting the
dryer.
• DO NOT overload dryer.
• Use fabric softener in washer
or dryer to reduce static
electricity.
• Remove items when slightly
damp to avoid overdrying.
• Check that lint filter is clean
and in place.
• Use fabric softener to
lubricate fibers.
• If ironing, use spray starch
or fabric finish on collars and
cus.
• Turn items inside out to
reduce abrasion.
directions.
• If shrinking is a concern,
check load often.
• Remove items while slightly
damp and hang or lay flat to
complete drying.
• Block knits into shape.
• DO NOT overload dryer.
• Remove items as soon as
cycle ends.
TROUBLESHOOTING
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Before Calling
Before calling for service, review this list. It may save both time and expense. The list
includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or
materials in this laundry center.
PROBLEMPOSSIBLE CAUSESSOLUTIONS
NOISE
Rattling and
clanking
noise
Thumping
sound
Vibrating
noise
OPERATING
Washer
does not
start
Washer
won’t spin
Residue left
in drum
Dryer does
not start
• Foreign objects such as coins
or safety pins may be in drum
or pump.
• Belt buckles and metal
fasteners are hitting wash
drum.
• Heavy wash loads may
produce a thumping sound.
This is usually normal. If sound
continues, washer may be out
of balance.
• Washer is not resting firmly on
floor.
• Wash load unevenly
distributed in tub.
• Washer lid is open.
• Electrical power cord may not
be plugged in or connection
may be loose.
• House fuse blown, circuit
breaker tripped, or a power
outage has occurred.
• Water supply is not turned on.
• Motor is overheated. Washer
motor will stop if it becomes
overheated.
• Lid is not completely closed. • Close washer lid. The washer will not
• Heavily soiled items. • Wipe drum with a nonabrasive
• Electrical power cord is not
securely plugged in or plug
may be loose.
• House fuse blown or circuit
breaker tripped.
• Thermal limiter tripped.
• Stop washer and check drum. If noise
continues after washer is restarted,
objects may be in pump. Call your
authorized service provider.
• To prevent unnecessary noise and
damage to tub, fasten fasteners and
turn items inside out.
• Stop washer and redistribute wash
load.
• Move washer so it rests firmly on
floor. Adjust leveling legs. See
Installation
• Stop washer and rearrange wash
load.
• Close washer lid. Washer will not
operate when the lid is open.
• Make sure plug fits tightly in wall
outlet.
• 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.
• Turn on water supply faucets.
• Wait for the motor to cool down
before attempting to restart.
operate when the lid is open.
household cleanser, then rinse.
Shake or brush excess dirt and sand
from items before washing.
• Make sure the plug fits tightly in wall
outlet.
• Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.
• Make sure electrical line is not
overloaded.
• Call authorized service person for
replacement.
section for details.
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Before Calling (continued)
PROBLEMPOSSIBLE CAUSESSOLUTIONS
No sound
from button
press or
end of cycle
notification
Dryer runs
but won’t
heat
Drying cycle
takes too
long
Outside of
the
dryer feels
too hot or
smells hot
TROUBLESHOOTING
• The chime feature has been
muted
• If 1 of the 2 fuses in the dryer
circuit is blown, the drum
may turn but the heater will
not operate (electric models).
• Gas supply valve is not open
(gas models).
• Dryer does not have enough
air supply to support the
burner flame (gas models).
• LP gas supply tank is empty
or there has been a utility
interruption of natural gas
(gas models).
• Lint filter is clogged with lint.
• Exhaust duct requirements
have not been met.
• Electric dryer is connected to
a 208 volt circuit.
• Drying procedures not
followed.
• Outside exhaust hood or
exhaust duct may be clogged
or restricted.
• High humidity.
• Press and hold the Wash Temp
button for 3 seconds to unmute
the chime (on some models). Once
unmuted, the sound from the button
press and end of cycle reminder will
both be restored.
• Replace fuse.
• Check to make sure supply valve is
open. See
procedure.
• See
Installation
• Refill or replace tank. Dryer should
heat when utility service is restored.
• Make sure all lint has been removed
from the dryer lint filter before
starting each cycle.
• Exhaust duct must be at least 4
inches in diameter and made of rigid
or semi-rigid metal.
• When in place, the duct must have
no more than three 90° bends and
must not exceed length listed in
Installation
• Drying time will be 20% longer when
drying on a 208 volt circuit than
when drying on a 240 volt circuit.
• See Operating Instructions.
• Clean out any obstruction.
• Use a dehumidifier near the dryer.
Installation
section.
section.
section for
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEMPOSSIBLE CAUSESSOLUTIONS
Excessive
wrinkling
Scratching
or chipping
of the drum
finish
WATER
Wash load
too wet
after spin
• Dryer is overloaded.
• Items left in dryer too long.
• Insucient sorting of items.
• Drying temperature too high.
• Foreign objects such as coins,
pins, clips or buttons are
inside the dryer.*
• Permanently attached items
such as belt buckles, zippers,
and fasteners may be hitting
the inside of the drum.*
*Drum damage caused by foreign objects or permanently
attached items is not covered by the warranty.
• Washer is overloaded.
• Load is out of balance.
• Drain hose is kinked.
• DO NOT overload. See Operating
Instructions.
• Remove items as soon as cycle
ends.
• See Operating Instructions.
• Follow fabric care label instructions.
• Always remove foreign objects from
pockets before laundering. Remove
objects from drum and restart dryer.
• Turn items inside out before drying
to prevent scratching and damage
to the dryer.
• DO NOT overload washer. See
Operating Instructions.
• Rearrange load to allow proper
spinning.
• Straighten drain hose.
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50
Before Calling (continued)
PROBLEMPOSSIBLE CAUSESSOLUTIONS
Water does
not enter
washer or it
enters slowly
Warm or hot
water is not
hot enough
Water in
washer does
not drain or
drains slowly
Water leaks• Loose fill hose connection at
Incorrect
wash
and rinse
temperatures
Water is
entering
washer but
tub does not
fill
Water is
present in
tub after
wash cycle is
complete
The drain
and spin
cycles did
not occur
TROUBLESHOOTING
• Washer lid is open.
• Water supply is not adequate
in area.
• Water supply faucets are not
completely open.
• Water is being used elsewhere
in the house.
• Water inlet hoses are kinked.
• Hot water heater is set too
low or is a distance from
washer.
• Hot water is being used
elsewhere in the house.
• Drain hose is kinked or
clogged.
faucet or washer.
• House drain pipes are
clogged.
• Hot and cold water hoses are
connected to wrong supply
faucets.
• Drain hose standpipe is
incorrect height.
• Lid lock malfunction.• DO NOT bypass lid lock. Call your
• Lid lock malfunction.• DO NOT bypass lid lock. Call your
• Close washer lid. The washer will
not operate when the lid is open.
• Check another faucet in the
house. Wait until water supply and
pressure increase.
• Fully open hot and cold faucets.
• Water pressure must be at least 10
psi (69 kPa). Avoid running water
elsewhere while washer is filling.
• Straighten hoses.
• Measure hot water temperature at
nearby faucet with candy or meat
thermometer. Water temperature
should be at least 120°F (50°C).
Adjust water heater as necessary.
• 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.
• Unclog drain pipes. Contact
plumber if necessary.
• Connect hot water hose to hot
water faucet and cold water hose
to cold water faucet.
• Standpipe must be a minimum
of 33” (84 cm) high to prevent
siphoning. See
authorized service provider.
authorized service provider.
Installation
section.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your original date of
purchase, Electrolux will pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance that
prove to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used and
maintained in accordance with the provided instructions.
Exclusions
This warranty does not cover the following:
1. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed, altered or cannot be readily
determined.
2. Product that has been transferred from its original owner to another party or removed
outside the USA or Canada.
3. Rust on the interior or exterior of the unit.
4. Products purchased “as-is” are not covered by this warranty.
5. Food loss due to any refrigerator or freezer failures.
6. Products used in a commercial setting.
7. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in materials or workmanship, or
for appliances not in ordinary household use or used other than in accordance with the
provided instructions.
8. Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance or to instruct you how to use your
appliance.
9. 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 is shipped from the factory.
10. Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters, water filters, other
consumables, or knobs, handles, or other cosmetic parts.
11. Surcharges including, but not limited to, any after hour, weekend, or holiday service calls,
tolls, ferry trip charges, or mileage expense for service calls to remote areas, including the
state of Alaska.
12. Damages to the finish of appliance or home incurred during installation, including but not
limited to floors, cabinets, walls, etc.
13. Damages caused by: services performed by unauthorized service companies; use of parts
other than genuine Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized
service companies; or external causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply,
accidents, fires, or acts of God.
DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES
CUSTOMER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE
PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN. CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW, BUT NOT
LESS THAN ONE YEAR. ELECTROLUX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL
DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY
BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY. SOME STATES AND
PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THESE LIMITATIONS
OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL
RIGHTS. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
If You Need Service
Keep your receipt, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record to establish the
warranty period should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest
to obtain and keep all receipts. Service under this warranty must be obtained by contacting
Electrolux at the addresses or phone numbers below.
This warranty only applies in the USA and Canada. In the USA, your appliance is warranted by
Electrolux Major Appliances North America, a division of Electrolux Home Products, Inc. In Canada,
your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Canada Corp. Electrolux authorizes no person to change or
add to any obligations under this warranty. Obligations for service and parts under this warranty must
be performed by Electrolux or an authorized service company. Product features or specifications as
described or illustrated are subject to change without notice.
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10200 David Taylor Drive
Charlotte, NC 28262
1.800.265.8352
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5855 Terry Fox Way
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
L5V 3E4
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