Frigidaire GLTF1570ES0 Owner’s Manual
Turn le Action Washer
Lavadora de acciOngiratoria
Machine a laver par culbutage
Warranty and Service (U.S.)
Product Registration 3
Important Safety Instructions 3-4
Washing Procedures 5-7
Stain Removal 7-8
Common Washing Problems 9
Care and Cleaning 10-11
Avoid Service Checklist 11-12
Service (Canada) 13
Espaflot 14-24
Francais 25-36
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Tumble Action Washer Warranty
Keep your sales receipd
FULL ONE-YEAR
WARRANTY
From Date of Purchase
LIMITED 2nd-Sth YEAR
_!,S&RRANTY
From Date of Purchase
LIMITED 2nd-25th YEAR
WARRANTY
From Date of Purchase
Labor and replacement parts which prove to be defective in materials or _ orkmanship.
A_3' warran O,service nmst he provided @ FHgidaire or an autkorized Fr,_idaire
service company,
Replacement part *hr the motor, driven pulley or motor controller
which prove to be de_}ctive.
Replacement part *hr an inner wash basket that breaks dt_e to a de*}ct in materials or
worl_anal_ship. (Excludes Alaska)
1. Service calls where the problem is not the./im/t of the washer. Below are some, but not eveW exalr@e
of issues where you must pay the service call cost.
Service calls to:
°remove shipping devices or m level your washer
° correct leaks at water inlet hose connections
° correct improper placement of drain hose in yore drain
° advise you on proper setting of controls or to instruct you how to use the washer
Sere,ice calls where the problem is due to:
° house wiring fimlts, improper electrical voltage, blown house _:ttse,tripped circtfit breaker
° slow or backed°up drain, weak (spongy) floor, insects or rodents causing the problem
° fl'ozen water lines in the washer or house
°washer installed outside, exposed to tl_e elements
2. Repairs tbr washer used in a commercial application or more than single-family household use.
3. Repairs fi_rdelivery damage to your washer or damage caused by misuse, fire, flood, acts of God, or use of parts or
servicers not aathorized by Frigidaire.
4, Any labor costs dm'ing the limited warranties.
5. Travel costs of servicer to your home in the state of Alaska.
6. Pickttp, delivery or installation of yore washer.
7. Repairs on products with serial plates that have been altered, removed, or cannot be read.
8. Consequential or incidenta! damages such as proper_y damage and incidental expenses resulting tiom any breach
of this written or any implied warranty. Same states da not a/law the e.vchtsion or !imitation qi'i,cidental or
conseqz_entia/ damaL,es, so tkis [imitatio_ or ea'chtsionmcO,not cq)])/y toyoz_.
Keep yottr sales receipt. The date on the receipt establishes the warranty period should service be required. This written
warranty gives you specific rights. You may also have otl_errights which vary fiom state to state. If you need service, first
read "Avoid Selfice Checklist" section of this booklet. I[ service is still needed, contact Frigidaire Home Products Con-
sumer Service or an authorized Frigidaire servicer For information on where to obtain service, contact ore ( onsumer
Assistance (enter at 1-800-944-9044_
Pro&wtj_'amres or sI)eCi/ications as' described or illustrated are sw/?iect to chat_ge witko_t notice. This warran o, ma&,
hv White Co_Tsolidated Ind_stries Inc. applies only it_tke 50 states oj'tke _:L_'.A.and P_ierto Rico.
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Important Safety Instructions
Product Registration
Thank you for choosing this
washer. Thisowner's guide will
explain proper operation and care.
Record Your Model and Serial
Numbers
Record below the model and serial
numbers found on the washer serial
plate located at the top, inside of the
door opening. Keep these numbers
and the dated sales receipt for future
reference.
Model Number
Serial Number
Date of Purchase
Register Your Product
Tile self-addressed PRODUCT
REGISTRATION CARD should be filled
in completely, signed and returned.
Instructional Website
www.spinandtumbIe.com is an
instructional website with a slide show
presentation. It highlights features
unique to this tumble action washer
and will help you operate your washer
correctly. This website is especially
helpful if your previous washer was a
top load model.
This Owner's Guide provides general
operating instructions for your washer.
It also contains information about
features for several other models. Your
washer may not have every feature
included here.
Usethe washer only asinstructed inthis
Owner's Guide and the Operating
Instructions card included with your
washer.
Read all instructions before using this washer.
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons when
using this washer, comply with the basic warnings listed below.
_1_ Failureto comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.
Pre yen t Fire
Do not wash items that have been previously cleaned in, soaked in,
or spotted with gasoline, cleaning solvents, kerosene, cooking oils, waxes, etc. Do
not store these items on or near the washer. These substances give off vapors or
chemical reactions that could ignite or explode.
Do not put oily or greasy ragsor clothing on top of the washer. These
substances give off vapors that could ignite the materials.
Do not add gasoline, cleaning solvents, or other flammable or
explosive substances to the wash water. Thesesubstances give off vapors that could
ignite or explode.
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot
water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS
EXPLOSIVE. Ifthe hot water system has not been used for such a period, before
using the washer, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from eachfor
several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. Hydrogen gas
isflammable; do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.
Failure to comply with these warnings could result in fire, explosion, serious
bodily injury and/or damage to the rubber or plastic parts of the washer.
Protect Children
Do not allow children to play on or in the washer. Close supervision
of children isnecessary when the washer is used near children. As children grow,
teach them the proper, safe use of all appliances.
Destroy the carton, plastic bag and other packing materials after the
washer is unpacked. Children might usethem for play. Cartons covered with rugs,
bedspreads or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers.
Keep laundry products out of children's reach. To prevent personal
injury, observe all warnings on product labels.
Before the washer isremoved from serviceor discarded, remove the
washer door to prevent accidental entrapment.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors or liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
_2001 White Consolidated Industries, Inc
All rights reserved
_I_ Failureto comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.
Printed in U.S.A.
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Important Safety
_nstruction$ (continued)
Avoid fire hazard or
electrical shock. Do not use an
adaptor plug or extension cord or
remove grounding prong from
electrical power cord. Failure to
follow this warning can cause serious
injury, fire or death.
Grounding type
wall receptacle
_Do not under any
I circumstances, cut, |
._ remove, or bypass the
_'_ grounding prong |
Power supply cord win 3°prong
grounding plug
CORRECT
Use this way ONLY
Prevent Injury
To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during operation, the
washer must be installed and electrically grounded by a qualified service person in
accordance with local (:odes. Installation instructions are packed in the washer for
installer's reference. Refer to INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONSfor detailed grounding
procedures. Ifthe washer ismoved to a new location, have itchecked and reinstalled
by a qualified service person.
To prevent personal injury or damage to the washer, the electrical
power cord of tile washer must be plugged into a properly grounded and polarized
3-prong outlet. The third grounding prong must never be removed. Never
ground the washer to a gas pipe. Do not use an extension cord or an adaptor
plug.
Follow package directions when using laundry products. Incorrect
usage can produce poisonous gas--resulting in serious injury or death.
Donotcombinelaundryproductsforusein I load unlessspecified on thelabel.
Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such asvinegar.
To prevent serious personal injury and damage to the washer:
All repairs and servicing must be performed by an authorized servicer
unless specifically recommended in this Owner's Guide. Use only authorized
factory parts.
Do not tamper with controls.
Do not install or store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather.
Do not install on carpet. Install washer on a solid floor. It may be necessary to
reinforce the floor to prevent vibration or movement.
Do not use or mix
liquid chlorine bleach with other
household chemicals such as toilet
cleaners, rust removers, acid or
products containing ammonia. These
mixtures can produce dangerous
fumes which can cause serious injury
or death.
Note:The instructions appearing inthis
Owner's Guide are not meant to cover
every possible condition and situation
that may occur. Common sense and
caution must be practiced when
installing, operating and maintaining
any appliance.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect this appliance from
the power supply before attempting any user maintenance. Turning the controls to
tile OFFposition does not disconnect this appliance from tile power supply.
To prevent injury, do not reach into the washer while parts are
moving. Before loading, unloading or adding items, push in the cycle selector knob
and allow tile drum to coast to a complete stop before reaching inside.
Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.
Thiswasher isequipped with an electrical overload protector. The motor will stop
if it becomes overheated. The washer will automatically restart after a cool down
period of up to 30 minutes, if the washer has not been manually turned off during
this time.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
As an ENERGY STAR e>Partner,
Frigidaire Home Products has determined
that this product meets the ENERGYSTARe_
guidelines for energy efficienq/.
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