Frigidaire FFTW1001PW Use and Care Guide - Page 12

CARE AND CLEANING Cleaning Instructions IMPORTANT Do not store or place laundry products on top of washer at any time. They can damage the finish or controls. INSIDE • Remove items from the washer as soon as the cycle ends. Excess wrin- kling, color transfer, and odors may develop in items left in the washer. • Dry the washer top, the area around the lid opening, and the un- derside of the lid. These areas should always be dry before the lid is closed. • Before cleaning the washer interior, unplug the electrical power cord to avoid electrical shock hazards. • When extremely soiled items have been washed, a dirty residue may remain on the tub. Remove this by wiping the tub with a nonabrasive household cleanser. Rinse thoroughly with water. • The agitator or tub may become stained from fabric dye. Clean these parts with a nonabrasive household cleanser. This prevents dye transfer to future loads. FABRIC SOFTENER DISPENSER • Remove the fabric softener dispenser by grasping the dispenser cap and lifting upward. • Rinse the cup with a combination of ¾ cup liquid chlorine bleach and 1 gallon hot tap water to remove any buildup. Large amounts of fabric softener residue may indicate improper dilution or more frequent cleaning is required. Rinse well with tap water. • Use a small brush to clean the recesses. Remove all residue. • Replace the dispenser cup assembly by pressing it firmly into the agitator. OUTSIDE • 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. • Before moving the washer, place a strip of cardboard or thin fiberboard under the front leveling legs to prevent damage to the floor. 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 4 gallons (15 L) nontoxic recreational vehicle (RV) antifreeze to empty wash tub. Close lid. 5 Select the rinse & spin cycle. Start the cycle and let the washer drain for 1 minute to drain out all the water. Not all of the RV antifreeze will be expelled. 6 Stop the cycle, unplug electrical power cord, dry off tub interior and close the lid. 7 Store washer in an upright position. 8 To remove antifreeze from washer after storage, run empty washer through a complete cycle using detergent. Do not add wash load. 12 RV ANTIFREEZE Follow WINTERIZING INSTRUCTIONS for cold weather storage and care.