FRIGIDAIRE 137168300B - Manual (Page 21)

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CARE AND CLEANING
RV
ANTIFREEZE
Follow WINTERIZING
INSTRUCTIONS for
cold weather storage
and care.
• When washing is completed, wipe top and sides of washer
with a damp cloth. Turn water faucets off to prevent pres-
sure 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 chlo-
rine 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 fi berboard under the front leveling legs to prevent
damage to the fl oor.
Outside Routine Cleaning
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:
IMPORTANT
Do not store or place laundry products on top of
washer at any time. They can damage the fi nish
or controls.
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 the 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 System Clean cycle as described earlier.
Winterizing Instructions