Frigidaire ATF8000FG Use and Care Guide - Page 2

Table of Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...3-4 Washing Procedures ...4-6 Stain Removal ...6-7 Common Washing Problems ...8 Care and Cleaning ...9 Avoid Service Checklist ...10 Warranty...11 Français...12-22 Assistance or Service The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. This Use and Care Guide provides general operating instructions Read and Save These Instructions for your washer. It also contains information about features for Record Your Model and Serial Numbers several other models. Your washer may not have every feature The model and serial numbers of your washer are found on included here. the washer serial plate located at the top, inside of the door Use the washer only as instructed in this Use and Care Guide opening. Record and retain these numbers. and the Operating Instructions included with your washer. Read all instructions before using this appliance. This book Model Number contains valuable information about, operation, care and service. Keep it in a safe place. Serial Number Note: The instructions appearing in this Owner's Guide are not Purchase Date meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur. Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing, operating and maintaining any appliance. Pedestal A pedestal accessory, Model No. APWD15W (White), APWD15GB (Glacier Blue), APWD15P (Platinum) and APWD15E (Black), specifically designed for this washer may be used when elevating the washer for ease of use. Failure to use accessories certified by the manufacturer could result in personal injury, property damage or damage to the washer. WASHER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others is very important. We have provided many important safety messages in the Use and Care Guide, Operating Instructions, Installation Instructions and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you or others. All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER" or "WARNING". These words mean: DANGER You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions. You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions. All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed. For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life. - Do not store or 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. 2