Operating instructions – FRIGIDAIRE Affinity Washer FAHE1011MW User Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

normal

Use this load for light to normally soiled cottons,

towels, shirts, denims and mixed loads. For best

combination of energy and water saving and washing

performance, perform this cycle with energy saver

option (if available) selected.
comforter (on select models only)

Add one large comforter or two light-duty sleeping

bags to the comforter cycle. Press the item(s) to the

bottom of the tub as much as possible to prevent them

from fl oating as the tub fi lls with water.
heavy duty

Use this cycle for heavily soiled, durable garments - ex.

towels, sports gear, or fabric tote bags. For best soil

and stain removal, use the hottest water safe for the

fabrics being washed.
delicates

Use this cycle for lightly soiled knits and delicates which

require gentle washing.
normal/heavy (on select models only)

Use this cycle for heavily soiled towels, shirts, denims

and mixed loads.
bedding

This cycle is designed for large items such as blankets,

sheets, mattress pads, duvet covers and similar items.
jeans (on select models only)

Select this specialty cycle for washing an entire load

of lightly to normally soiled denim jeans or similarly-

colored cotton khakis.
quick wash (on select models only)

Quickly wash a small, lightly soiled load.

Cycle Selection, continued

whites (on select models only)

Use this cycle for white fabrics and lightly colored

clothing. Refer to fabric care label for use of liquid

chlorine bleach. Hot water is recommended to ensure

optimal bleach activation. For peak rinsing performance

and to avoid chlorine residues on your laundry add

fresh rinse to this cycle.
drain & spin (on select models only)

Use the drain & spin cycle anytime you want to drain

water from the washer and spin out the load.
rinse & spin

Select rinse & spin for loads that need a cold water

rinse or to add fabric softener that may have been

omitted in a regular cycle.
presoak

Use this cycle to soak heavily soiled and stained items

before washing. Any temperature may be selected,

but cold water is recommended with this cycle as

warmer water may set some stains. Use the amount

of detergent recommended for a normal wash cycle. If

desired, use a bleach or a soaking agent safe for the

fabric. The washer will drain at the end of the cycle.

NOTE

Follow presoak with a complete wash cycle suitable

for the load using a half dose of detergent.

casual

Use this cycle for poly blends with a permanent press

or no-iron fi nish.