Error codes for Frigidaire Washing Machine

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Before using this section please understand that fault or error codes are used as a diagnostic aid, they are not a replacement for diagnostic skill on the part of the person repairing the product and are not in any way usually going to point to the precise component that is faulty. All they do is give you an idea of where to start looking for the fault.

NOISE

High pitch “jet engine” noise.

Issue:
A certain amount of motor whine is nor- mal during the spin cycle.
Advice:

NOISE

Rattling and clanking noise.

Issue:
Foreign objects such as coins or safety pins may be in drum or pump.
Advice:
Stop washer and check drum. If noise continues after washer is restarted, objects may be in pump. Call your authorized servicer.
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NOISE

Rattling and clanking noise.

Issue:
Belt buckles and metal fasteners are hit- ting wash drum.
Advice:
To prevent unnecessary noise and damage to drum, fasten fasteners and turn items inside out.
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NOISE

Thumping sound.

Issue:
Heavy wash loads may produce a thump- ing sound. This is usually normal. If sound continues, washer is probably out of balance.
Advice:
Stop washer and redistribute wash load.

NOISE

Vibrating noise.

Issue:
Washer is not resting firmly on floor.
Advice:
Move washer so it rests firmly on floor. Adjust leveling legs. See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for details.
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NOISE

Vibrating noise.

Issue:
Shipping bolts and foam block have not been removed during installation.
Advice:
See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for removing ship- ping bolts and foam block.
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NOISE

Vibrating noise.

Issue:
Wash load unevenly distributed in drum.
Advice:
Stop washer and rearrange wash load.
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OPERATING

Washer does not start.

Issue:
Electrical power cord may not be plugged in or connection may be loose.
Advice:
Make sure plug fits tightly in wall outlet.
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OPERATING

Washer does not start.

Issue:
House fuse blown, circuit breaker tripped, or a power outage has occurred.
Advice:
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.
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OPERATING

Washer does not start.

Issue:
Water supply faucets are not turned on.
Advice:
Turn on water supply faucets.
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OPERATING

Washer does not start.

Issue:
Motor is overheated. Washer motor will stop if it becomes overheated.
Advice:
It will automatically restart after a cool down period of up to 30 minutes (if washer has not been manually turned off).
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OPERATING

Washer does not start.

Issue:
Washer door is not completely closed.
Advice:
Close door completely.

OPERATING

Washer won’t spin.

Issue:
Load is too small.
Advice:
Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balance the load.

OPERATING

Residue left in drum.

Issue:
Heavily soiled items.
Advice:
Wipe drum with a nonabrasive household cleanser, then rinse. Shake or brush excess dirt and sand from items before washing

WATER

Water collects in folds of the bellows at the end of the cycle.

Issue:
This is a result of the washing action and is part of the normal operation of the washer.
Advice:

WATER

Water collects in bleach and fabric softener com- partments.

Issue:
This is a result of the siphoning action and is part of the normal operation of the washer.
Advice:
Water may be removed by removing the dispenser drawer (see Care and Cleaning in this guide) and draining water into the empty drum or sink.
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WATER

Wash load too wet after spin.

Issue:
Washer is overloaded.
Advice:
Do not overload washer. See Operating Your Washer, step 4.
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WATER

Wash load too wet after spin.

Issue:
Load is too small.
Advice:
Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balance the load.

WATER

Wash load too wet after spin.

Issue:
Load is out of balance.
Advice:
Rearrange load to allow proper spinning.

WATER

Wash load too wet after spin.

Issue:
Drain hose is kinked.
Advice:
Straighten drain hose.
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WATER

Water does not enter washer or it enters slowly.

Issue:
Water supply is not adequate in area.
Advice:
Check another faucet in the house. Wait until water supply and pressure increase.
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WATER

Water does not enter washer or it enters slowly.

Issue:
Water supply faucets are not completely open.
Advice:
Fully open hot and cold faucets.

WATER

Water does not enter washer or it enters slowly.

Issue:
Water is being used elsewhere in the house. Water pressure must be at least 30 psi (260 kPa).
Advice:
Avoid running water elsewhere while washer is filling.

WATER

Water does not enter washer or it enters slowly.

Issue:
Water inlet hoses are kinked.
Advice:
Straighten hoses.
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WATER

Warm or hot water is not hot enough.

Issue:
Hot water heater is set too low or is a distance from washer.
Advice:
Measure hot water temperature at nearby faucet with candy or meat thermometer. Water temperature should be at least 120°F (49°C). Adjust water heater as neces- sary.
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WATER

Warm or hot water is not hot enough.

Issue:
Hot water is being used elsewhere in the house.
Advice:
Avoid using hot water elsewhere before or during washer use. There may not be enough hot water avail- able for proper cleaning. If problem persists, your hot water system may be unable to support more than 1 use at a time.
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WATER

Water in washer does not drain or drains slowly.

Issue:
Drain hose is kinked or clogged.
Advice:
Clean and straighten the drain hose.
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WATER

Water in washer does not drain or drains slowly.

Issue:
Drain hose standpipe is too tall. Maximum standpipe height is 8’ (2.4 m).
Advice:
Reduce standpipe height to less than 8’ (2.4 m). See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
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WATER

Water in washer does not drain or drains slowly.

Issue:
House drain pipes are clogged.
Advice:
Unclog drain pipes.
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WATER

Water leaks.

Issue:
Fill hose connection is loose at faucet or washer.
Advice:
Check and tighten hose connections. Install rubber seal- ing washers provided.
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WATER

Oversudsing.

Issue:
Wrong detergent.
Advice:
Run rinse cycle. Use a low-sudsing, high efficiency detergent.
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WATER

Oversudsing.

Issue:
Too much detergent.
Advice:
Run rinse cycle. Use less detergent in future loads.
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WATER

Incorrect wash and rinse temperatures.

Issue:
Hot and cold water hoses are connected to wrong supply faucets.
Advice:
Connect hot water hose to hot water faucet and cold water hose to cold water faucet.
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WATER

Water is entering washer but tub does not fill.

Issue:
Drain hose standpipe is too low. Stand- pipe must be a minimum of 23.6” (60 cm) high to prevent siphoning.
Advice:
Increase standpipe height to at least 23.6” (60 cm). See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
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