Frigidaire FAFW3577KA Use and Care Guide
Frigidaire FAFW3577KA - Affinity Series 27-in Front-Load Washer Manual
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Features...5 Operating Instructions...6-14 Washer Settings Chart...15 Stain Removal Guide...16-17 Care and Cleaning...18-20 Solutions to Common Problems...21-25 Warranty...26 Notes...27-28 Français...29 137168300B (0902) www.frigidaire.com USA 1-800-944-9044 www.frigidaire.ca Canada 1-800-265 - Frigidaire FAFW3577KA | Use and Care Guide - Page 2
Operation • Care • Service Keep it in a safe place. This Use and Care 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. Use the washer only as instructed in this Use - Frigidaire FAFW3577KA | Use and Care Guide - Page 3
washer, comply with the basic warnings listed below. Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries. You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow these Important Safety Instructions water. washer is removed from service or discarded, remove the washer - Frigidaire FAFW3577KA | Use and Care Guide - Page 4
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 INSTRUCTIONS for detailed grounding procedures. If the washer is moved to a new location, have it - Frigidaire FAFW3577KA | Use and Care Guide - Page 5
an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Electrolux Major Appliances has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Cascading Wash Vanes *Not all models are available with drum light. 5 - Frigidaire FAFW3577KA | Use and Care Guide - Page 6
Operating Instructions Normal Operating Sounds You may or may not hear the following sounds from your new washer: A. DRAIN HOSE The washer has a flexible drain hose to carry water from the washer to the stand pipe of your home. You will hear water flowing into your stand pipe. This is a normal part - Frigidaire FAFW3577KA | Use and Care Guide - Page 7
Operating Instructions Operating Your Washer, continued 2 Prepare items for washing. • Empty pockets. 4 Add laundry load to washer. • Brush such as a king-sized comforter, bedspread or sleeping bag separately. • The washer can be fully loaded, but the items should not be tightly packed. The - Frigidaire FAFW3577KA | Use and Care Guide - Page 8
be dispensed at the proper times in the cycle. NOTE From time to time you may see water in the "LIQUID BLEACH" and "FABRIC SOFTENER" chambers. This is part of the normal operation of the washer. Liquid Chlorine Bleach • If desired, add liquid chlorine bleach to the chamber labeled "LIQUID BLEACH - Frigidaire FAFW3577KA | Use and Care Guide - Page 9
if the Signal option has been selected. • Remove items from the washer when the cycle ends and place in dryer, line dry or dry flat as directed on the fabric care label. For best results Follow the fabric care label instructions on items to be washed. Press and hold both for ten seconds - Frigidaire FAFW3577KA | Use and Care Guide - Page 10
Operating Instructions This manual covers many models and not all cycles, options, or features listed are available on every model. Console shown above for reference only. Your model may differ. Cycle Selection Turn the cycle selector in either direction to the cycle desired. The indicator for - Frigidaire FAFW3577KA | Use and Care Guide - Page 11
Operating Instructions This manual covers many models and not all cycles, options, or features listed are available on every model. Console shown above for reference only. Your model may differ. Cycle Selection, continued Whitest Whites The Whitest Whites cycle provides 15 minutes of tumble wash - Frigidaire FAFW3577KA | Use and Care Guide - Page 12
heater setting and its distance from the washer, water usage in other parts of the home, and seasonally low ground water temperature in some geographic areas can affect water temperature. Auto Temp Sanitize (on select models) This setting sanitizes heavily soiled colorfast fabrics such as towels - Frigidaire FAFW3577KA | Use and Care Guide - Page 13
Instructions This manual covers many models and not all cycles, options, or features listed are available on every model. Console shown above for reference only. Your model having someone accidentally start or stop the washer, press Options and Select at the may increase if water pressure is low, - Frigidaire FAFW3577KA | Use and Care Guide - Page 14
Operating Instructions System Clean Cycle TO REFRESH OR CLEAN INSIDE OF WASHER To clean and freshen the washer, perform the System Clean NOTE If the System Clean Cycle is cancelled or paused during the cycle, the washer will go through 2 rinse cycles to clean the drum of any residual bleach before - Frigidaire FAFW3577KA | Use and Care Guide - Page 15
WASHER SETTINGS CHART These Temperature, Spin Speeds, Soil Levels and Options are available with the following cycles: Factory presets Available selections **Estimated cycle duration is based on factory settings and does not include water fill times, out-of-balance, or oversudsing conditions. 15 - Frigidaire FAFW3577KA | Use and Care Guide - Page 16
• Never use highly flammable solvents, such as gasoline, inside the home. Vapors can explode on contact with flames or sparks. WARNING HARMFUL powder detergent and water. • Use cold water on unknown stains because hot water can set stains. • Consult care label instructions for treatments to - Frigidaire FAFW3577KA | Use and Care Guide - Page 17
STAIN REMOVAL GUIDE Stain Removal Suggestions STAIN Adhesive tape, chewing gum, rubber cement Baby back of stain. Repeat, replacing paper towels frequently. Do not use on acetate fabrics. WATER BASED: Rinse fabric in cool water while stain is wet. Wash. Once paint is dry, it cannot be removed. OIL - Frigidaire FAFW3577KA | Use and Care Guide - Page 18
, leave the door open for a few hours after use or whenever the washer is not in use. CAUTION ENTRAPMENT and TIP-OVER HAZARD Do not leave the both for ten seconds to enter System Clean cycle. IMPORTANT Items left in washer while performing the System Clean Cycle will cause a severe out-of-balance - Frigidaire FAFW3577KA | Use and Care Guide - Page 19
improper dilution or more frequent cleaning is required. Rinse well with tap water. • To clean the drawer opening, use a small brush to clean dispenser drawer. Daily Preventative Maintenance • Remove items from the washer as soon as the cycle ends. Excess wrinkling, color transfer, and odors - Frigidaire FAFW3577KA | Use and Care Guide - Page 20
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 - Frigidaire FAFW3577KA | Use and Care Guide - Page 21
Detergent Association. PROBLEM Blue stains washer. amount of detergent. • Use correct temperature • Add nonprecipitating water and amount of detergent, conditioner to wash water to water and wash time. remove detergent residue. • Add liquid fabric softener to final rinse. • Dry load in dryer - Frigidaire FAFW3577KA | Use and Care Guide - Page 22
Yellow or brown rust stains • Iron or manganese in water supply, water pipes, or water heater. • 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 - Frigidaire FAFW3577KA | Use and Care Guide - Page 23
TO COMMON PROBLEMS Common Washing Problems, continued PROBLEM Residue stains / buildup, mold or mildew stains in gasket POSSIBLE CAUSES • Moisture in the washer. • Use of non-HE detergent. • Overdosing detergent. • Overloading wash drum. • Leaving a wet load set in washer. • Cold water washes - Frigidaire FAFW3577KA | Use and Care Guide - Page 24
SOLUTIONS TO COMMON PROBLEMS Service Prevention Checklist 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 washer. OCCURRENCE NOISE High pitch "jet engine" noise - Frigidaire FAFW3577KA | Use and Care Guide - Page 25
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. Clean and straighten the drain hose. Reduce standpipe height to less than 8' (2.4 m). See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. Unclog - Frigidaire FAFW3577KA | Use and Care Guide - Page 26
with the provided instructions. Exclusions This warranty does not cover 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 - Frigidaire FAFW3577KA | Use and Care Guide - Page 27
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All about the
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Important Safety Instructions
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Features
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Operating Instructions
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6-14
Washer Settings Chart
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Stain Removal Guide
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16-17
Care and Cleaning
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18-20
Solutions to Common Problems
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21-25
Warranty
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Notes
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Français
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
137168300B (0902)