Frigidaire FLCG7522AW Complete Owners Guide - Page 40

40 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling 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 laundry center. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS NOISE Rattling and • Foreign objects such as coins clanking or safety pins may be in drum noise or pump. • Belt buckles and metal fasteners are hitting wash drum. • Stop washer and check drum. If noise continues after washer is restarted, objects may be in pump. Call your authorized service provider. • To prevent unnecessary noise and damage to tub, fasten fasteners and turn items inside out. Thumping sound • Heavy wash loads may • Stop washer and redistribute wash produce a thumping sound. load. This is usually normal. If sound continues, washer may be out of balance. Vibrating noise • Washer is not resting firmly on • Move washer so it rests firmly on floor. floor. Adjust leveling legs. See Installation Instructions for details. • Wash load unevenly • Stop washer and rearrange wash distributed in tub. load. OPERATING Washer does not start • Washer lid is open. • Close washer lid. Washer will not operate when the lid is open. • Electrical power cord may not • Make sure plug fits tightly in wall be plugged in or connection outlet. may be loose. • House fuse blown, circuit breaker tripped, or a power outage has occurred. • Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. DO NOT increase fuse capacity. If problem is a circuit overload, have it corrected by a qualified electrician. If problem is a power outage, call local electric company. • Water supply is not turned on. • Turn on water supply faucets. • Motor is overheated. Washer motor will stop if it becomes overheated. • Wait for the motor to cool down before attempting to restart. Washer • Lid is not completely closed. • Close washer lid. The washer will not won't spin operate when the lid is open. Residue left • Heavily soiled items. in drum • Wipe drum with a nonabrasive household cleanser, then rinse. Shake or brush excess dirt and sand from items before washing. Dryer does not start • Electrical power cord is not securely plugged in or plug may be loose. • House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped. • Thermal limiter tripped. • Make sure the plug fits tightly in wall outlet. • Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. • Make sure electrical line is not overloaded. • Call authorized service person for replacement.