Frigidaire FAFS4073NA User Manual

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SOLUTIONS TO COMMON PROBLEMS
Many washing problems involve poor soil and stain removal, residues of lint and scum, and fabric dam-
age. For satisfactory washing results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent
Association.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES
Blue stains • Undiluted liquid detergent
or fabric softener dispensed
directly onto fabric.
• If caused by detergent,
mix 1 cup (240 ml) white
vinegar with 1 quart (.95 L)
water in a plastic container.
Soak item 1 hour. Rinse.
• If caused by fabric softener,
rub stains with bar soap.
Wash.
• Avoid overfi lling detergent
and fabric softener compart-
ments of dispenser.
Discoloration,
graying
• Not enough detergent.
• Wash water temperature
too low.
• Incorrect sorting.
• Rewash with correct amount
of detergent and hottest
water safe for fabric.
• Add bleach safe for fabric.
• Sort items by soil level and
color.
• Use correct amount of de-
tergent, hottest water and
bleach safe for fabric.
Greasy, oily
stains
• Not enough detergent.
• Undiluted liquid fabric
softener poured directly on
fabric.
• Treat with prewash stain
remover or liquid detergent.
• Increase detergent and wa-
ter temperature. Rewash.
• Rub fabric softener stains
with bar soap.
• Use correct amount of
detergent and hottest water
safe for fabric.
• Do not pour liquid fabric
softener directly on fabric.
See Operating Your, step 5.
Holes, tears, or
snags
• Incorrect use of chlorine
bleach.
• Unfastened zippers, hooks,
buckles.
• Rips, tears and broken
threads.
• Overloading the washer.
• Degradation of fabric.
• May be irreversible if rips,
tears and seams cannot be
mended.
• Never pour chlorine bleach
directly on fabric.
• Check condition of items
before washing. See Operat-
ing Your, steps 2 and 5.
Lint • Incorrect sorting.
• Tissues left in pocket.
• Overloading the washer.
• Not enough detergent.
• Undissolved detergent has
left a residue resembling
lint.
• Static cling is attracting lint.
• Load washed too long.
• Reduce load size. Rewash
using correct water tem-
perature, water level, and
amount of detergent.
• Add nonprecipitating water
conditioner to wash water to
remove detergent residue.
• Add liquid fabric softener to
fi nal rinse.
• Dry load in dryer.
• Remove lint with lint brush
or roller.
• See Operating Your, steps 1
and 2.
• Do not overload washer.
• Use correct temperature
and amount of detergent,
water and wash time.
Common Washing Problems

Frigidaire FAFS4073NA Specifications

General

Brand	Frigidaire
Model	FAFS4073NA
Category	Washer
Language	English

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Recognize Safety Symbols and Terms

Understanding safety symbols, words, and labels used in the manual.

Safety Symbol Definitions

Definitions of safety alert symbols like DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and IMPORTANT.

Product Record and Serial Numbers

Instructions for recording model and serial numbers for future reference.

Fire and Explosion Prevention

Guidelines to prevent fire risks associated with flammable materials and vapors.

Child Safety Precautions

Safety measures to protect children from potential hazards related to the washer.

Electrical Safety and Grounding

Ensuring proper electrical grounding and avoiding shock hazards.

General Appliance Safety

Measures to prevent personal injury and damage to the washing machine.

Operating Instructions

Normal Operating Sounds

Explanation of normal sounds produced by the new washer during operation.

Cycle Selection

Guide to selecting the appropriate wash cycle and understanding cycle descriptions.

Cycle Settings

Adjusting wash water temperature, spin speed, and soil level for each cycle.

Cycle Options

Understanding and selecting additional wash cycle options for better results.

Other Features

Information on status displays, oversuds detection, and vent latch feature.

Stain Removal Guide

Safe Stain Removal Procedures

Key procedures and warnings for safe and effective stain removal.

Stain Removal Suggestions

Guide detailing treatments for various common stain types.

Care and Cleaning

Inside Routine Cleaning (Preventive)

Procedure for routine preventive cleaning of the washing machine interior.

Cleaning Dispenser Drawer Area

Additional preventive cleaning instructions for the dispenser drawer area.

Daily Preventive Maintenance

Daily tasks to maintain the washer and prevent issues like odor and mildew.

Inside Cleaning (Aggressive)

Procedure for aggressive cleaning of the washer drum for severe odor or residue.

Outside Routine Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the exterior surfaces of the washer.

Winterizing Instructions

Steps for winterizing the washer to prevent damage from freezing temperatures.

Solutions to Common Problems

Common Washing Problems

Guidance on common washing issues and their causes.

Service Prevention Checklist

Checklist to review before calling for service to save time and expense.

Major Appliance Warranty Information

Notes