Frigidaire FFFW5100PW Use and Care Guide - Page 19

CARE AND CLEANING Outside Routine Cleaning • When washing is completed, wipe top and sides of washer with a damp cloth. Turn water faucets off 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. • 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. • When cleaning chrome parts use a window cleaner with ammonia or mild soap and water. • Before moving the washer, place a strip of cardboard or thin fiberboard under the front leveling legs to prevent damage to the floor. IMPORTANT Do not store or place laundry products on top of washer at any time. They can damage the finish or controls. Winterizing Instructions IMPORTANT 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 Add 1 gallon (3.8 L) nontoxic recreational vehicle (RV) antifreeze to empty wash drum. Close door. 5 Select a spin only cycle. Press START and let the washer drain for 1 minute to drain out all the water. Not all of the RV antifreeze will be expelled. 6 Press cancel, unplug electrical power cord, dry off 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, perform clean washer cycle as described earlier. RV ANTIFREEZE Follow WINTERIZING INSTRUCTIONS for cold weather storage and care. 19