Gibson GTR1040CS0, GTF1040CS0, GTF1040AS0 Owner’s Manual

OWNER'S GUIDE READANDSAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

TUMBLE ACTION WASHER

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• Gibson.

P/N 134032900 (0101)

Contents

Product Registration ....................... 2

Important Safety Instructions ....... 2-3

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

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

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

Care and Cleaning ..................... 9-10

Avoid ServiceChecklist ............ 10-11

Warranty and Service (U.S.) .......... 12

Warranty and Service (Canada) ..... 13

Product Registration

Thank you for choosing this
washer. This owner'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

for future reference.

Model Number

Serial Number

Date of Purchase

Register Your Product

The self-addressed PRODUCT

REGISTRATION CARD should be

filled in completely, signed and

returned.

Important Safety Instructions

Read all instructions before using this washer.

To reducethe riskof fire,electrical shock, or injuryto persons when

using this washer, comply with the basic warnings listed below.

[] Failureto comply with these warnings could resutt in serious personal injuries.

Prevent Fire

Do not wash items that have been previously cleaned in, soaked in,

or spotted with gasoline, cleaning solvents, kerosene, cooking oils, waxes, etc. Do

not store these items on or near the washer. Thesesubstances give off vapors or

chemical reactions that could ignite or explode.

Do not put oily or greasy rags or clothing on top of the washer.

These substances give off vapors that coutd ignite the materials.

Do not add gasoline, cleaning solvents, or other flammable or

explosive substances to the wash water. These substances give off vapors that
could ignite or explode.

Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot

water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS

EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, before
using the washer, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each

for several minutes. Thiswill reteaseanyaccumulated hydrogen gas. Hydrogen gas

isflammable; do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.

[] Failure to comply with these warnings coutd resutt in fire, explosion, serious
bodily injury and/or damage to the rubber or plastic parts of the washer.

Instructional Website

www.spinandtumble.com

isan instructional website with aslide
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 as instructed inthis

Owner's Guide and the Operating
Instructions card included with your

washer.

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White Consolidated industries, Inc.

All rights reserved.

Protect Children

Do not allow children to play on or in the washer. Close supervision

of children isnecessarywhen the washer is used near children. As children grow,
teach them the proper, safe use of all appliances.

_ Destroythe carton, plastic bag and other packing materialsafter the
washer isunpacked. Children might use them for play. Cartons covered with rugs,
bedspreads or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers.

Keep laundry products out of children's reach. To prevent personal

injury, observe all warnings on product labels.

Before the washer isremoved from serviceor discarded, remove the

washer door to prevent accidental entrapment.

[] Failureto comply with these warnings could resutt in serious personal injuries.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the

vicinity of this or any other appliance.

Printed in U.S.A.

Important Safety
Instructions (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 ._

;aEny circumstance

cut_ remove_

/ _ the grounding prong

grounding plug

CORRECT

Use this way ONLY

Do not use or mix

liquid chlorine bleach with other
household chemicals such as toilet

cleaners, rust removers, acid or

products containing ammonia.

These mixtures can produce
dangerous fumes which can cause

serious injury or death.

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Prevent Injury

To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during operation, the

washer must be installed and electrically grounded by a qualified service person in
accordance with local codes. Installation instructions are packed in the washer for

installer's reference. Referto INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONSfor detailed grounding

procedures. If the washer is moved to a new location, have it checked and

reinstalled by a qualified service person.

To prevent personal injury or damage to the washer, the electrical

power cord of the washer must be plugged into a properly grounded and polarized
3-prong outlet. The third grounding prong must never be removed. Never
ground the washer to a gas pipe. Do not use an extension cord or an adaptor

plug.

Follow package directions when using laundry products. Incorrect

usage can produce poisonous gas--resulting in serious injury or death.

Do not combine laundry products for use in 1load unlessspecified on the label.
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.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect this appliance from

the power supply before attempting any user maintenance. Turning the controls to
the OFFposition does not disconnect this appliance from the power supply.

To prevent injury, do not reach into the washer while parts are

moving. Before loading, unloading or adding items, push inthe cycle selector knob

and allow the drum to coast to a complete stop before reaching inside.

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

Note: The instructions appearing in
this Owner's Guide are not meant to

cover every possible condition and
situation that may occur. Common
sense and caution must be practiced
when installing, operating and
maintaining any appliance.

[] This washer is equipped with an electrical overload protector. The motor will
stop if it becomes overheated. The washer will automatically restart after a cooI
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 ®Partner,

Frigidaire Home Products has determined

that this product meets the ENERGY STAR ®

guidelines for energy efficiency.

Washing Procedures

Sort laundry into loads that can be

washed together.

Empty pockets.

• Follow the guidelines below for preparing the wash load.

• Read the Operating Instructions card for operating your specific model.

• Always read and follow fabric care and laundry product labels.

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons, read

Important Safety Instructions, pages 2-3, before operating this washer.

1. Sort laundry into loads that can be washed together.

Sort items by recommended water temperatures and wash time.

• Separate white, light, and colorfast items from dark and noncolorfast
items.

• Separate items which shed lint from items which attract tint. Permanent
press,synthetic, knit and corduroy items will pick up lint from towels, rugs
and chenille bedspreads.

• Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled items.

• Separate lacy, sheer and loosely knit items from sturdy items.

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Prepare items for washing.

• Empty pockets.

• Brush off tint and dirt. Shake out rugs and beach towels.

• Closezippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes,and remove nonwashable
trims and ornaments.

• Remove pins, decorative buttons, belt buckles, and other objects which
could be damaged. This also helps protect other items in the wash load.

• Mend rips and tears to prevent further damage during washing.

• Placedelicate items suchasbras, shoulder pads, hosiery, and belts in a mesh
bag to prevent tangling during the wash cycle.

• Turn knit items inside out to prevent pilling.

Placedelicate items in a mesh bag.

Add laundry load to washer.

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Pretreat stains and heavy soil.

See Stain Removal, pages 6-7, for details.

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Add laundry load to washer.

• Combine large and small items in a load. Load large items first. Large items
should not be more than half the total wash load.

• Do not wash single items such as a sweater, towel or jeans. This may
cause an out-of-balance load. Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balance the

load.

• Single heavy items such as a bedspread can be washed separately.

• The washer can be fully loaded, but the items should not be tightly packed.
The door should close easily.

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5. Add detergent, bleach and fabric softener to automatic dispenser following these steps:

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a. OPENING AND CLOSING THE DISPENSERDRAWER

• Slowly open the dispenser drawer by first sliding the
safety latch to the right, then putling the drawer out

until it stops.

• After adding laundry products, slowly close the
dispenser drawer. Closing the drawer too quickly

could resutt inearly dispensing of the bleach and fabric
softener.

Note: Fromtime to time you may seewater in the bleach
and fabric softener compartments. This isa result of the
siphoning action and is part of the normal operation of

the washer.

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B. DETERGENT

• Add measured detergent to the detergent
compartment of the dispenser drawer.

Detergent is flushed from the dispenser at the
beginning of the cycle. Either powdered or liquid

detergent can be used. Note: Liquid detergent will
drain into the washer drum as it is added.

• Low sudsing detergent is recommended for this
washer. Use the manufacturer's recommended

amount.

• Detergent usage may need to be adjusted for water
temperature, water hardness, sizeand soil levelof the

load.

• For best results, avoid oversudsing. Final rinse water
should be sudsfree.

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C. LIQUID BLEACH

• Ifdesired, measure out the recommended amount of
liquid bleach (not to exceed 1/3cup (80 mL))and pour

itinto the centercompartment labeled "Liquid Bleach"

and marked with this symbol _.

• Do not exceed the maximum fill line. Overfilling can

causeearly dispensing of the bleach which could result

in damaged clothes.

• Do not use powdered bleach in the dispenser.

D. FABRIC SOFTENER

• If desired, pour the recommended amount of fabric
softener into the compartment labeled "Fabric

Softener" and marked with this symbol _.

• Do not exceed the maximum fill line. Overfilling can
cause early dispensing of the fabric softener which

coutd resutt in stained clothes.

• Do not pour fabric softener directly on the wash
load.

Washing Procedures

(continued)

Door Lock

6. Set cycle selector knob and washer controls according to type,
size, and soil level of each load.

(See Operating Instructions card for your specific model controls.)

. Start the washer.

Close the washer door and pull out the cycle selector knob. Foryour safety, the
door will automatically lock during the entire wash cycle.

• Washer will fill; water level will be lower than bottom of the door.

• Washer will tumble the load in one direction, pause, then tumble in the

other direction.

• To stop the washer, push in the cycle selector knob.

• To open the door during tumbling, push in the cycle selector knob. Wait for

the water to run off of the door.

• To change a cycle, push in the cycle selector knob and turn it clockwise to

the desired setting. Pull out the knob to restart the washer.

• Toopen the door during a spin cycle, push inthe cycle selector knob and wait

approximately 1 minute. The door can then be opened. Do not force open
the locked door.

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Remove items when the cycle is completed.

Placewashed items in automatic dryer, line dry, or dry flat as directed by fabric
care label. Excesswrinkling, color transfer or odors may develop in items left in
the washer after the cycle has ended.

Do not store or place laundry products
on top of washer at any time. They can

damage the finish or controls.

Stain Removal

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.

9. General Precautions

• If the dispenser drawer is pulled out more than I-I/2:" when the washer

is in operation, the washer will shut off. The Door Lock indicator light will
turn off and the door will be unlocked. Slowly dosethe drawer, and thewasher
will automatically resume operation.

• Do not slam the washer door closed or try to force the door open when
locked (Door Lock light ON). This could result in damage to the washer.

• DO NOT leave the washer door open. An open door could entice children

to hang on the door or crawl insidethe washer.

• To avoid damaging the washer and personal injury, DO NOT hang on or lean

against the washer door.

• Do not place detergent, bleach or fabric softener containers on top of the

washer. They can damage the finish or controls.

Safe Stain Removal Procedures

To reduce the risk of fire or serious injury to persons or property,

comply with the basic warnings listed below:
° Read and comply with all instructions on stain removal products.
° Keep stain removal products in their original labeled containers and out of

children's reach.

° Thoroughly wash any utensil used.
° Do not combine stain removal products, especially ammonia and chlorine

bleach. Dangerous fumes may result.

• Never wash itemswhich have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked
in or spotted with gasoline, dry cleaning solvents or other flammable or

explosive substances because they give off vapors that could ignite or
explode.

• Never use highly flammable solvents, such as gasoline, inside the home.

Vapors can explode on contact with flames or sparks.

For successful stain removal:

• Remove stains promptly.

• Determine the kind of stain, then follow the recommended treatment inthe
stain removal chart below.

• To pretreat stains, use a prewash product, liquid detergent, or a paste made
from granular detergent and water.

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• Usecold water on unknown stains because hot water can set stains.

• Check care label instructions for treatments to avoid on specific fabrics.

• Check for colorfastness by testing stain remover on an inside seam.

• Rinse and wash items after stain removal.

Follow fabric care label instructions.

Stain Removal

STAIN TREATMENT

Adhesive tape, chewing Apply ice Sclape off excess Place stain face down on paper towels Saturate with prewash stain remover or
gum, rubber cement nonflammable dry cleaning fluid

Baby formula, dairy Use product containing enzymes to pretreat or soak stains Soak for 30 minutes or more Wash
products, egg

Beverages (coffee, tea, soda, Pretreat stain Wash using cold water and bleach safe for fabric

juice, alcoholic beverages)

Blood Rinsewith cold water Rub with bar soap Or, pretreat or soak with product containing enzymes Wash using bleach safe

Candle wax, crayon Scrape off surface wax Placestain face down between paper towels. Presswith warm iron until wax is absolbed Replace

Chocolate Pretreat or soak in warm water using product containing enzymes Wash using bleach safe for fabric

Collar or cuff soil, cosmetics Pretreat with prewash stain remover or rub with bar soap

Dye transfer on white fabric Use packaged color remover Wash using bleach safe for fabric

Grass Pretreat or soak in warm water using product containing enzymes Wash using bleach safe for fabric

G_ease, oil, tar (butter, fats, Scrape residue from fabdc P_etreat Wash using hottest water safe for fabric For heavy stains and tar, apply
salad dressing, cooking oils, nonflammable dry cleaning fluid to back of stain Replace towels under stain frequently Rinse thoroughly Wash using
car grease, motor oils) hottest water safe for fabric

Ink Some inks may be impossible to remove Washing may set some inks Use prewash stain remover, denatured alcohol

Mildew, scorch Wash with chlorine bleach if safe for fabric Or, soak in oxygen bleach and hot water before washing Badly mildewed

Mud Brush off dry mud Pretreat or soak with product containing enzymes

Mustard, tomato Pretreat with prewash stain remover Wash using bleach safe for fabric

Nail polish May be impossible to remove Place stain face down on paper towels Apply nail polish remover to back of stain Repeat,

for fabric

paper towels frequently Tieat remaining stain with plewash stain remover or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid Hand
wash to remove solvent Wash using bleach safe for fabric

or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid

fabrics may be permanently damaged

replacing paper towels frequently Do not use on acetate fabrics

Paint, varnish WATER BASED: Rinsefabric in coo] water while stain is wet Wash Once paint isdry, it cannot be removed OIL BASED

Perspiration Use prewash stain remover or rub with bar soap Rinse Wash using nonchlorine bleach in hottest water safe for fabric

Rust, brown or yellow Forspots, use rust remover safe for fabric For discoloration of an entire load, use phosphate detergent and nonchlorine
discoloration bleach Do not use chlorine bleach because it may intensify discoloration.

Shoe polish LIQUID:Pretreat with a paste of granular detergent and water PASTE:Scrape residue from fabric Pretreat with prewash

Urine, vomit, mucus, feces Pretreat or soak in product containing enzymes Wash using bleach safe for fabric

AND VARNISH: Use solvent recommended on can label Rinse thoroughly before washing

stain remover or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid Rinse Rub detergent into dampened area Wash using bleach safe
for fabric

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Common Washing Problems

Manywashing problems involve poor soiland stain removal, residues of lint and scum, and fabric damage. Forsatisfactorywashing
results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent Association.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES

Blue stains •Undiluted liquid detergent or fabric •If caused by detergent, mix 1 cup (240 ml) •Avoid ovelfiHing detergent and fabric

Discoloration, •Not enough detergent .Rewash with correct amount of detergent •Sort items by soil level and color

graying .Wash water temperature too low and hottest water safe for fabric Add bleach • Use correct amount of detergent, hottest

softener dispensed directly onto white vinegar with 1quart (95 L) water in a softener compartments of dispenser
fabric plastic container Soak item 1 hour Rinse

• If caused by fabric softener, rub stains with
bar soap Wash

• Incorrect sorting safe for fabric water and bleach safe for fabric

Greasy, oily stains •Not enough detergent •Treat with prewash stain remover or liquid •Use correct amount of detergent and hottes

Holes, tears, or .Incorrect use of chlorine bleach •May be irreversible if rips, tears and seams .Never pour chlorine bleach directly on

snags .Unfastened zippers, hooks, buckles cannot be mended fabric

Lint .Incorrect sorting .Reduceload size Rewash using correct water

Pilling

(Fibers break off, ball
up and cling to

fabric)

• Polka dots" (small

circles of lint and soil
on load after cycle

ends)

• Undiluted liquid fabric softener detergent water safe for fabric
poured directly on fabric .Increase detergent and water temperature •Do not pour liquid fabric softener

• Rips, tears and broken threads .Check condition of items before washing

• Overloading the washer See Washing Procedures for preparing and

• Degradation of fabric bleach

• Tissues left in pocket temperature, water level, and amount of

• Overloading the washer detergent

• Not enough detergent •Add nonprecipitating water conditioner to

• Undissolved detergent has left a wash water to remove detergent residue
residue resembling lint • Add liquid fabric softener to final rinse

• Static cling is attracting lint •Dry load in dryer

• Load washed too long .Remove lint with lint brush or roller

• Pilling is normal with synthetic and
permanent press fabrics This is due

to abrasion from normal wear

• Wash temperature too low

• Not enough detergent

• Water is hard

• Incorrect sorting

Rewash directly on fabric. See Washing

• Rub fabric softener stains with bar soap softener

• Use a lint brush or shaver to remove pills

• Rewash in hottest water safe for fabncs

• Use correct water temperature and amount
of detergent

Procedures for directions on adding

loading the wash load and adding chlorine

• See Washing Procedures for sorting and
preparing the wash bad

• Do not overload washer

• Use correct temperature and amount of
detergent, water and wash time

• Use fabric softener in the washer to lubricate
fibers

• When ironing, use spray starch or fabric
finish on collars and cuffs

• Turn items inside out to reduce abrasion

• Use hottest water safe for fabric

• Use correct water temperature and amount
of detergent

• Use nonprecipitating water conditioner

• Avoid overfilling detergent and fabric
softener compartments of dispenser

Residueor powder
on dark items;
Stiff, harsh fabrics.

Wrinkling •Overloading the washer

Yellow buildup of
body soil on

synthetic fabrics

Yellow or brown
rust stains

• Undissolved detergent

• Some nonphosphate granular
detergents can combine with hard

water minerals to form a residue

• Overloading the washer

• Incorrect wash cycle for wash load

• Agitation time too short.

• Wash water temperature too low

• Not enough detergent

• Iron or manganese in water supply,
water pipes, or water heater

• Rewash load

• Reduce load size

• Rinsein cold water with liquid fabric softener
using the Perm Press or Delicate cycle

• Soak in detergent booster or product
containing enzymes

*Wash in hot water (120°F/49°C) using fui[

permanent press 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.

• Increase water temperature using hottest
water safe for fabric

• Do not overload washer

• Use liquid detergent or use nonprecipitating
water conditioner with nonphosphate

granular detergent

• 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 nonprecipitating water softener

• Before washing, run hot water for a few

minutes to clear lines

• Drain water heater occasionally

• For an ongoing problem, install an iron filter

in your water supply system

Care and Cleaning

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Figure 1

(Lock tab is visible only after drawer has
been pulled out)

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Outside

When washing iscompleted, wipe top and sides of washer with a damp cloth.

Turn water faucets off to prevent pressure build-up in the hoses,

As needed, clean the cabinet with mild soap and water. Never use harsh,

gritty or abrasive cleansers. If door or console becomes stained, clean with
diluted chlorine bleach [1/2 cup (120 ml) in 1 quart (.95 L)water]. Rinseseveral

times with clear water.

Remove glue residue from tape or labels with amixture of warm water and mild

detergent. Or, touch residue with the sticky side of the tape or label.

Before moving the washer, place astrip of cardboard orthin fiberboard under

the front leveling legsto prevent floor damage.

Cleaning the Dispenser Drawer Area

Detergent and fabric softener may build upin the dispenser drawer. Residueshoutd
be removed once or twice a month.

Removethe drawer byfirst sliding the safety latch to the right, then pulling
the drawer out until it stops. (Figure 1)

Reach back into the left rear corner of the drawer cavity and press down
firmly on the lock tab (left rear portion of the drawer). Pull out the drawer.
(Figure 2)

Figure 2

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Figure 3

Remove the inserts from the bleach and fabric softener compartments.
(Figure 3)

Rinse the drawer and inserts with hot tap water to remove traces of
accumulated powders and liquids.

Toclean the drawer opening, useasmall brush to cleanthe recess.Remove
all residue from the upper and lower parts of the recess.(Figure 4)

Return the bleach and fabric softener inserts to their proper compartments.
Replacethe dispenser drawer and run the Prewash cycle without any wash

load in the drum.

Inside

Remove items from the washer assoon asthe cycleends. Excesswrin kling, color
transfer, and odors may develop in items left in the washer.

Before cleaning the washer interior, unplug the electrical power cord to
avoid electrical shock hazards.

Dry around the washer door opening, flexible gasket, and door glass. These
areas should always be clean to ensure a water tight seal.

When extremely soiled items have been washed, a dirty residue may remain on
the drum. Remove this by wiping the drum with a nonabrasive household
cleanser. Rinsethoroughly with water.

Figure 4

The plastic drum vanes may become stained from fabric dye. Clean these parts
with a nonabrasive household cleanser. This prevents dye transfer to future

loads.

Care and Cleaning

(continued)

Follow Winterizing
Instructions for cold

weather care.

Winterizing Instructions

If the washer is stored in an area where freezing can occur or moved in freezing

temperatures, follow these winterizing instructions to prevent damage to the
washer:

1. Turn off water supply faucets.

2. Disconnect hoses from water supply and drain water from hoses.

3. Plug electrical cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet.

4. Add1 gallon(3.8L)nontoxicrecreationalvehicte(RV)antifreezetoemptywash
drum. Close door.

5. Set cycle selector knob at a spin setting. Pull out knob and let washer spin for
1 minute to drain out all water. Not all of the RVantifreeze will be expelled.

6. Pushin knob, unplug electrical power cord, dry drum interior, and close door.

7. Remove dispenser drawer. Drain any water in compartments and dry

compartments. Replace drawer.

8. Store washer in an upright position.

9. To remove antifreeze from washer after storage, run empty washer through
a complete cycle using detergent. Do not add wash load.

Avoid Service Checklist

Before calling for service, review this list. It may save both time and expense. The list includes common concerns that are not the
resutt of defective workmanship or materials in this washer.

OCCURRENCE

NOISE

High pitch "jet engine" noise.
Rattling and clanking noise. * Foreignobjects such ascoins or safety pins may be in drum or pump. Stop washer

Squealing sound or hot rubber odor. • Washer is overloaded. Do not overload washer. Stop washer and reduce load.
Thumping sound. • Heavywashloadsmayproduceathumpingsound. ThisisusuaNynormal.lfsound

Vibrating noise. • Washerisnotrestingfirmlyonfioor. Movewashersoitrestsfirmlyonftoor. Adjust

POSSIBLE CAUSE / SOLUTION

* A certain amount of motor whine is normal during the spin cycle.

and check drum. If noise continues after washer is restarted, objects may be in

pump. Call your authorized servicer.

• Belt buckles and metal fasteners are hitting wash drum. To prevent unnecessary
noise and damage to drum, fasten fasteners and turn items inside out.

continues, washer is probably out of balance. Stop washer and redistribute wash

load.

leveling legs. SeeINSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONSfor details.

• Shipping bolts and foam block have not been removed during installation. See
INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONSfor removing shipping bolts and foam block.

Start and stop sounds

* Wash load unevenly distributed in drum. Stop washer and rearrange wash load.
° Washer pauseswhen drum changes tumbling direction.

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OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE / SOLUTION

OPERATING

Washer does not start.

Washer won't spin. • Washer door isnot completely closed. Close door completely.

Residue left in drum. • Heavily soiled items. Wipe drum with a nonabrasive household cleanser, then

• Electrical power cord may not be plugged in or connection may be loose. Make
sure plug fits tightly in wall outlet.

• Housefuse blown, circuit breaker tripped, or a power outage hasoccurred. Reset
circuit breaker or replace fuse. Do not increase fuse capacity. If problem isa circuit

overload, have itcorrected by a qualified electrician. Ifproblem isa power outage,
call local electric company.

• Water supply faucets are not turned on. Turn on water supply faucets.

• Cycleselector isnot in correct position. Move indicator clockwise slightly. Pullout
knob.

• Motor is overheated. Washer motor will stop if it becomes overheated, it will
automatically restart after a cool down period of up to 30 minutes (if washer has
not been manually turned off).

• Dispenser drawer isnot completely closed. Close dispenser drawer.

• Dispenser drawer isnot completely dosed. Close dispenser drawer.

• Load istoo small. Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balance the load.

rinse. Shake or brush excess dirt and sand from items before washing.

WATER

Water collects in bleach and fabric • Thisisa result of the siphoning action and is partofthe normaloperation ofthe
softener compartments, washer. Water may be removed by removing the dispenser drawer (see Page 9,

Figures 1 and 2) and draining water into the empty drum or sink.

Wash load too wet after spin. • Washer is overloaded. Do not overload washer. SeeWashing Procedures.

• Load istoo small. Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balance the load.

• Load is out of balance. Rearrange load to allow proper spinning.

• Drain hose is kinked. Straighten drain hose.

Water does not enter washer or it • Water supply isnot adequate in area. Check another faucet in the house. Wait

enters slowly, until water supply and pressure increase.

° Water supply faucets are not completely open. Fully open hot and cold faucets.
° Water is being usedelsewhere in the house. Water pressure must be at least 30

psi (260 kPa). Avoid running water elsewhere while washer is filling.

° Water inlet hoses are kinked. Straighten hoses.

Warm or hot water is not hot
enough.

Water in washer does not drain or • Drain hose is kinked or clogged. Clean and straighten the drain hose.
drains slowly.

Water leaks. • Fill hose connection is loose at faucet or washer. Check and tighten hose

• Hot water heater is set too low or isa distance from washer. Measure hot water
temperature at nearbyfaucet with candyor meat thermometer. Water temperature

should be at least 130°F (70°C). Adjust water heater as necessary.

• Hot water isbeing used elsewhere in the house. Avoid using hot water elsewhere
before or during washer use. There may not be enough hot water available for

proper cleaning. If problem persists, your hot water system may be unable to
support more than 1 use at a time.

connections. Install rubber sealing washers provided.

• Housedrain pipes are clogged. Unclog drain pipes. Contact plumber if necessary.

• Oversudsing. Use lessdetergent.

Incorrect wash and rinse • Hot and cold water hosesare connected to wrong supply faucets. Connect hot

temperatures, water hose to hot water faucet and cold water hose to cold water faucet.
Water is entering washer but tub • Drain hosestandpipe isincorrect height. Standpipe must be a minimum of 23.6"

does not fill. (60 cm) high to prevent siphoning. See INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS.

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GIBSON TUMBLE ACTION WASHER WARRANTY
(UNITED STATES)

Your Gibson product is protected by this warranty

WARRANTY GIBSON, THROUGH ITS AUTHORIZED THE CONSUMER WILL BE

PERIOD SERVICERS, WILL: RESPONSIBLE FOR:

FULL]3NO=YEAR Two years from original Payallcostsforrepaidngorreplacinganypartsofthisappliance Costs of service calls that are listed under
WARRANTY _urchasedate. whichprovetobedefectiveinmatefialsorworkmanship. IMPORTANT RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE

LIMITED 3RD - 5TH Third through fifth years Provide replacement parts for the motor, driven pulley or motor Costs for pick up and delivery of the appliance
YEARWARRANTY from originat purchase controllerwhichprovetobedefectiveinmaterialsorworkmanship, requiredbecauseofservice. All costs for labor and

date. transportation. Costs for replacement parts other

LIMtTED3RD-25TH Third through twenty-fifth Provideareplacementforaninnerwashbasketthatbreaksdue Costs for pick up and delivery of the appliance
YEAR INNER WASH yea rs from original to defective materials or workmanship, required because of service. All costs for labor and
BASKET WARRANTY aurchase date. transportation. Costs for replacement parts other

(Excluding Alaska) than the inner wash basket.

LIMITED WARRANTY Time pedods listed above. All of the provisions of the full and limited warranties above and Costs of the technician's travel to the florae and any

(Applicable to the State the exclusions listed below apply, costs for pick up and delivery ofthe appliance required
of Alaska) because of service.

Your appliance is warranted by Frigidaire Company, a division of White Consolidated Industries, Inc. We authorize no person to change or add to any of
our obligations under this warranty. Our obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by Frigidaire Company Consumer Services

or an authorized Gibson servicer.

CONSUMER.*

than the motor, driven pulley and motor controller.

*IMPORTANT

RESPONSIBILITIES
OF THE CONSUMER

EXCLUSIONS

IF YOU NEED
SERVICE

This warranty applies only to products in ordinary household use, and the consumer is responsible for the items listed

below:

1. Proper use of the appliance in accordance with instructions provided with the product.

2. Proper installation by an authorized servicer in accordance with instructions provided with the appliance and in accordance
with all local plumbing, electrical and/or gas codes.

3. Proper connection to a grounded power supply of sufficient voltage, replacement of blown fuses, repair of loose connections
or defects in house widng.

4. Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal of trim, cupboards, shelves, etc., which are not
a part of the appliance when itwas shipped from the factory.

5. Damages to finish after installation.

6. Replacement of light bulbs and/or fluorescent tubes (on models with these features).

This warranty does not cover the following:

1. CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES
RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY.

Note: Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this limitation orexclusion
may not apply to you.

2. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in workmanship or material, or for appliances not in ordinary
household use. The consumer shall pay for such service calls.

3. Damages caused by services performed by persons other than authorized Gibson servicers; use of parts other than Frigidaire
Company Genuine Renewal Parts; obtained from persons other than such servicers; or externai causes such as abuse,

misuse, inadequate power supply or acts of God.

4. Products with original seriai numbers that have been removed or altered and cannot be readily determined.

Keep your bill of sale, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record. The date on the bill establishes the warranty period
should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts. This written warranty

gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from state to state. Service under this warranty must be
obtained by following these steps, in order:

1. Contact Frigidaire Company Consumer Services or an authorized Gibson servicer.

2. If there is a question as to where to obtain service, contact our Consumer Assistance Center at:

FrigidaireCompany
P.O. Box 212378

Augu_a, Georgia 30917

[phone]

Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice. All warranties are made by White
Consolidated Industries, Inc. This warranty applies oniy in the 50 states of the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico.

EFRIG!DAIRE

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Gibson

WARRANTY (CANADA)

TUMBLE ACTION WASHERS

WARRANTOR:

Frigidaire Home Products

7075 Ordan Drive
Mississauga, Ontario

L5T 1K6

Warranty Coverage

To Be Advised.

WARRANTY PERIOD:

For the first year after purchase by the original

consumer!owner:

For the second year after purchase by the original

consumer!owner:

For the third through twenty-fifth year after purchase

by the original consumer/owner:

For service under this warranty, contact your local

dealer/retailer, authorized FRIGIDAIRE PARTS AND
SERVICE depot, or:

FRIGIDAIRE PARTS AND SERVICE

Frigidaire Home Products

7075 Ordan Drive
Mississauga, Ontario

L5T 1K6
Tel.: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

WARRANTOR WILL THROUGH ITS AUTHORIZED
SERVICE DEPOT:

Pay for parts and labour (excluding installation).

Pay for parts only.

Pay parts only replacement of stainless steel tub.

WARRANTYAPPLIES TO:

a) Products purchased and installed in Canada for personal single family household use.
b) Defects resulting or arising out of the manufacturing process.

c) Products bearing legible manufacturer's model and serial numbers.
d) Replacement parts only for the remainder of the original warranty.

WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO:

a) Transportation damage.
b) Supply and replacement of porcelain, fuses, glass and light bulbs.

c) Parts and service supplied or obtained from other than FRIGIDAIREPARTSAND SERVICEor FRIGIDAIREPARTS

AND SERVICEauthorized depots.

d) Damage or failure as the result of abuse, improper or commercial use.

CONSUMER/OWNER RESPONSIBILITY:

a) To provide proof of the original date of purchase by means of a bill of sale or payment record verifying purchase

date.
b) To pay all costs to make the appliance readily accessible for service.
c) To ensure proper power supply and connection of the appliance to same.

d) Proper installation, control setting and care of finish.
This warranty is in addition to any statutory warranties contained in any applicable legislation. The terms and

conditions of this warranty are not intended to exclude or limit your rights under those statutes. The warrantor
however reserves the right to charge transportation and travelling costs for distances in excess of 48 kilometres (30

miles) from the nearest FRIGIDAIREPARTSAND SERVICEauthorized service depot.
This warranty plus the statutory warranties mentioned are the only warranties given to the consu mer/owner for this

product.

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