Frigidaire FFLE1011MW, FFLE2022MW important safety instructions Avoid Service Checklist, Noise

AVOID SERVICE 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 laundry center.

OCCURRENCE	POSSIBLE CAUSE	SOLUTION
NOISE
Rattling and clanking	Foreign objects such as coins or safety pins may be	Stop washer and check drum. If noise continues after washer is
noise.	in drum or pump.	restarted, objects may be in pump. Call your authorized servicer.
	Belt buckles and metal fasteners are hitting wash	To prevent unnecessary noise and damage to tub, fasten fas-
	drum.	teners and turn items inside out.
Thumping sound.	Heavy wash loads may produce a thumping sound.	Stop washer and redistribute wash load.
	This is usually normal. If sound continues, washer is
	probably out of balance.
Squealing sound or hot	Washer is overloaded.	Do not overload washer. Stop washer and reduce load.
rubber odor.

Vibrating noise. Washer is not resting firmly on floor.

Move washer so it rests firmly on floor. Adjust leveling legs. See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for details.

	Shipping bolt has not been removed during installation.	See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for removing shipping bolt.
	Wash load unevenly distributed in tub.	Stop washer and rearrange wash load.
OPERATING
Washer does not start.	Washer lid is open.	Close washer lid. The washer will not operate when the lid is open.
	Electrical power cord may not be plugged in or con-	Make sure plug fits tightly in wall outlet.
	nection 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 faucets are not turned on.	Turn on water supply faucets.
	Motor is overheated. Washer motor will stop if it	Wait for the motor to cool down before attempting to restart.
	becomes overheated.
Washer won’t spin.	Lid is not completely closed.	Close washer lid. The washer will not operate when the lid is open.
Residue left in drum.	Heavily soiled items.	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.

Make sure the plug fits tightly in wall outlet.

	House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped.	Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.
		Make sure electrical line is not overloaded.
	Thermal limiter tripped.	Call authorized service person for replacement.
Dryer runs but won’t	There are 2 house fuses in the dryer circuit. If 1 of the	Replace fuse.
heat.	2 fuses is blown, the drum may turn but the heater will
	not operate. (electric models)

Gas supply valve is not open (gas models).

Check to make sure supply valve is open. See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for procedure.

	Dryer does not have enough air supply to support	See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
	the burner flame (gas models).
	LP gas supply tank is empty or there has been a util- Refill or replace tank. Dryer should heat when utility service is
	ity interruption of natural gas (gas models).	restored.
Drying cycle takes too	Lint filter is clogged with lint.	Make sure all lint has been removed from the dryer lint filter
long, outside of the dryer		before starting each cycle.
feels too hot or smells
	Exhaust duct requirements have not been met.	Exhaust duct must be at least 4 inches in diameter and made of
hot.
		rigid or semi-rigid metal.
		When in place, the duct must have no more than four 90° bends and
		must not exceed length listed in INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
	Electric dryer is connected to a 208 volt circuit.	Drying time will be 20% longer than drying on a 240 volt circuit.
	Drying procedures have not been followed.	See “Operating Instructions.”
	Outside exhaust hood or exhaust duct may be	Clean out any obstruction.
	clogged or restricted.
	High humidity.	Use a dehumidifier near the dryer.

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