Frigidaire FAHE4045QW User manual

All about the

Installation

of your Washer

Important Safety Instructions........................... 2-3

Installation Requirements ................................4-6

Installation Instructions................................... 7-9

Accessories...................................................... 10

Français........................................................... 11

Español ........................................................... 21

TABLE OF CONTENTS

A02861101A (1410)

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Shipping Hardware

Foam shipping restraint (inside wash tub)

removed and stored

Shipping bolt (underneath appliance) removed

and stored

Leveling

Washer is level, side-to-side and front-to-back

Cabinet is setting solid on all corners

Water Supply

Use only new hoses and verify rubber sealing

washers are installed

HOT supply is connected to HOT inlet and

COLD supply is connected to COLD inlet

HOT and COLD water supply turned on

No leaks present at water supply connections

or appliance inlet connections -

recheck in 24 hours

Drain

Stand pipe or wall drain height minimum 36”

Drain hose secured in place with cable tie

(shipped in drum)

Electrical Power

House power turned on

Washer plugged in

Final Checks



Installation Instructions

and

Use and Care

Guide

read thoroughly

Water enters drum when cycle starts with lid

lowered.

Registration card sent in

Installation Checklist

Deﬁnitions

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert

you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety

messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury

or death.

Recognize safety symbols, words

and labels

Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with

a WARNING or CAUTION based on the risk type as

described below:

IMPORTANT

IMPORTANT indicates installation, operation or

maintenance information which is important but not

hazard-related.

WARNING

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious

injury.

WARNING

Please read all instructions before using this washer.

CAUTION

CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate

injury.

DANGER

DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious

injury.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE

Hoses are not included with washer purchase. See

“Accessories” section for various inlet hose kits to ﬁt your

speciﬁc installation.

NOTE

The electrical service to the washer must conform with

local codes and ordinances and the latest edition of the

National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or in Canada,

the Canadian Electrical Code C22.1 part 1.

WARNING

FIRE HAZARD

For your safety the information in this manual must be

followed to minimize the risk of ﬁre or explosion or to

prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

Do not store or use gasoline or other ﬂammable vapors

and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

WARNING

SUFFOCATION HAZARD

Destroy the carton and plastic bags after the washer is

unpacked. Children might use them for play. Cartons

covered with rugs, bedspreads, or plastic sheets can

become airtight chambers causing suffocation. Place

all materials in a garbage container or make materials

inaccessible to children.

IMPORTANT

The instructions in this manual and all other literature

included with this washer are not meant to cover

every possible condition and situation that may occur.

Good safe practice and caution MUST be applied when

installing, operating and maintaining any appliance.

Maximum beneﬁts and enjoyment are achieved

when all the Safety and Operating Instructions are

understood and practiced as a routine with your

laundering tasks.

CAUTION

EXCESSIVE WEIGHT HAZARD

To avoid back or other injury, have more than one

person move or lift the washer.

Save these instructions for future reference.

Inlet hose (x2)

Tools and materials needed for installation:

Adjustable

pliers

Adjustable

wrench

3/8” or 10 mm

box wrench

OR OR AND AND

Ratchet and

socket set

Carpenter’s level

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

NOTE

GFI (Ground Fault Interrupter) receptacle is not

required.

NOTE

Because of potentially inconsistent voltage capabilities,

the use of this washer with power created by gas

powered generators, solar powered generators, wind

powered generators or any other generator other than

the local utility company is not recommended.

WARNING

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

Improper connection of the equipment grounding

conductor can result in a risk of electrical shock. Check

with a licensed electrician if you are in doubt as to

whether the appliance is properly grounded.

CIRCUIT - Individual, properly polarized and grounded

15 amp. branch circuit fused with 15 amp. time delay

fuse or circuit breaker.

POWER SUPPLY - 2 wire, with ground, 120 volt single

phase, 60 Hz, Alternating Current.

OUTLET RECEPTACLE - Properly grounded 3-prong

receptacle to be located so the power supply cord

is accessible when the washer is in an installed

position.

Grounding type

ll receptacl

ll receptacle

wer cord with

3-prong

ounded plug

Do not,

under

y cir

cumstances,

cut,

remo

ve,

or b

ypass th

ypass the

ounding pr

ong.

Water supply requirements

Hot and cold water faucets MUST be 3/4 inch with

threading for laundry hose connection. Water pressure

MUST be between 30 and 120 psi. Pressure difference

between hot and cold cannot be more than 10 psi. Your

water department can advise you of your water pressure.

Electrical system requirements Ground requirements

1The washer MUST be grounded. In the event of

malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the

risk of electrical shock by a path of least resistance

for electrical current.

2Since your washer is equipped with a power supply

cord having an equipment-grounding conductor

and a grounding plug, the plug MUST be plugged

into an appropriate, copper wired receptacle that is

properly installed and grounded in accordance with

all local codes and ordinances or in the absence of

local codes, with the National Electrical Codes, ANSI/

NFPA 70 (latest edition). If in doubt, call a licensed

electrician. DO NOT cut off or alter the grounding

prong on the power supply cord. In situations where

a two-slot receptacle is present, it is the owner’s

responsibility to have a licensed electrician replace

it with a properly grounded three prong grounding

type receptacle.

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

NOTE

For installations requiring a longer drain hose, have

a qualiﬁed technician install a longer drain hose

(according to your model number) available from an

authorized parts distributor. For drain systems in the

ﬂoor, install a syphon break kit available from your local

hardware store.

Installation in a Recess or Closet

If washer and dryer are installed in the same closet, door

ventilation is required: A minimum of 120 square inches

(774.2 cm²) of opening, equally divided at the top and

bottom of the door, is required. Louvered openings should

be located 3 inches (7.6 cm) from bottom and top of

door. Air openings are required to be unobstructed when

a door is installed. A louvered door with equivalent air

openings for the full length of the door is acceptable.

60 sq. in.

(387.1cm²)

3”

(7.6cm)

60 sq. in.

(387.1cm²)

3”

(7.6cm)

closet door

Drain system requirements

1 Drain capable of eliminating 17 gals (64.3 L) per

minute.

2 A standpipe diameter of 1-1/4 in. (3.18 cm)

minimum.

3 The standpipe height above the ﬂoor should be:

Minimum height: 36 in. (91 cm)

Maximum height: 96 in. (244 cm)

96”

(244cm)

max.

33”

(84cm)

min.

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

IMPORTANT

DO NOT INSTALL YOUR WASHER:

1 In an area exposed to dripping water or outside

weather conditions. The ambient temperature

should never be below 60° F (15.6° C) to

maximize detergent effectiveness.

2 In an area (garage or garage-type building)

where gasoline or other ﬂammables (including

automobiles) are kept or stored.

3 On carpet. Floor MUST be solid with a maximum

slope of 1 inch (2.5 cm). To minimize vibration

or movement, reinforcement of the ﬂoor may be

necessary.

MINIMUM INSTALLATION CLEARANCES - Inches (cm)

SIDES REAR TOP FRONT

Alcove 0”

(0 cm) 0”

(0 cm) 20.5”

(52 cm) n/a

Closet 0”

(0 cm) 0”

(0 cm) 20.5”

(52 cm) 1”

(2.5 cm)

Clearance requirements

27” (68.5 cm) 29” (73.5 cm)

37”

(94 cm)

12”

(30.5 cm) 43”

(109 cm)

60” (152.5 cm)

to clear open lid

Washer Dimensions

drain hose reten-

tion clamp on

rear of washer2

water supply

connection on

rear of washer

power cord attachment

location on rear of unit1

1Power supply cord length on gas unit approximately 60 inches (152.5 cm).

2Loose drain hose length beyond clamp approximately 52 inches (132 cm).

0”

(0 cm)

0”

(0 cm)

1”

(2.5 cm)

0”

(0 cm)

23”

(58.5 cm)

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE

If the washer is to be transported at a later date, the

tub blocking pad, shipping bolt, and plastic spacer

block should be retained.

IMPORTANT

To prevent vibration, possible machine damage and

maximize performance, the following steps must be

completed.

CAUTION

EXCESSIVE WEIGHT HAZARD

To avoid back or other injury, have more than one

person move or lift the appliance.

WIRE CLIP

PLASTIC

SPACER

SHIPPING

BOLT

PLASTIC

CLAMP

Unpacking Instructions

1. If foam tub block has been removed, reinsert it now

and retape the lid securely.

2. Using a rug, blanket or piece of cardboard to protect

the ﬂoor, carefully lay the washer on its left side.

3. Using a ratchet with 3/8” (10 mm) socket, remove the

mechanism shipping bolt and plastic spacer block from

the center of the base.

4. Carefully return the washer to an upright position.

5. Remove the tape holding the lid shut and open the lid.

6. Remove the foam tub block and other tub contents.

7. From the back of the washer, remove the wire

shipping clip securing the drain hose.

8. DO NOT remove the PLASTIC CLAMP which secures

the drain hose to the right side of the washer

backsheet. It helps form a standpipe to prevent water

siphoning.

9. Carefully move the washer to within 4 feet of the ﬁnal

location for the start of the installation.

NOTE

Hoses are not included with washer purchase. See

“Accessories” section for various inlet hose kits to ﬁt

your speciﬁc installation.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Leveling your washer

1Run some water from the hot and cold faucets

to ﬂush the water lines and remove particles

that might clog the water valve screens and to

determine which faucet is hot and which is cold

supply.

Connecting inlet water

2Connect the HOT inlet hose to the HOT inlet

connection on the washer and the COLD inlet

hose to the COLD inlet connection on the washer.

Tighten by hand until snug. Then tighten each

supply connection another 2/3 turn with pliers.

Do not cross thread or over-tighten these

connections.

3Connect the HOT inlet hose to the HOT water

supply and the COLD inlet hose to the COLD water

supply. Tighten by hand until snug. Then tighten

each supply connection another 2/3 turn with

pliers. Do not bend, kink or pinch water inlet

hoses.

4Turn on the water and check for leaks.

RUBBER WASHERS

MUST BE PRESENT USE ONLY

NEW HOSES

Excessive noise and vibration can be prevented by

properly leveling the washer.

1With the washer within 4 feet (1 m) of its ﬁnal

location, use a carpenter’s level to level your

washer front-to-back and side-to-side. For front-to-

back leveling, place bottom edge of the level on the

seam between the top panel and side panel. For

side-to-side leveling place the bottom side of the

level ﬂush to the side panel.

2Use adjustable pliers to adjust the leveling legs so

the washer is level front-to-rear and side-to-side,

and stable corner-to-corner.

3Press down on alternate corners and sides and feel

for the slightest movement. Adjust the appropriate

leg(s) so the washer sits solidly on the ﬂoor on

ALL four legs. Keep the leveling leg extension at a

minimum for best performance of the washer.

“C”

(COLD)

“H”

(HOT)

raise lower

Connecting drain and electrical

CABLE TIE

1Form a “U” shape on the end of the drain hose

with the hose pointed toward the drain. Place the

formed end in a laundry tub or a standpipe and

secure with a cable tie provided in the enclosure

package.

2Place the hook end of the drain hose in the drain

opening. Secure the drain hose with the cable

tie (provided in the enclosure package) to the

standpipe, inlet hose, laundry tub, etc. so the hose

does not pull out from the force of the water.

3Plug the power cord into a grounded outlet.

4Turn on the power at the circuit breaker/fuse box.

5Carefully slide the washer to its ﬁnal position.

Recheck for level and rock corners for stability.

6Read the

Use & Care Guide

provided with the

washer. It contains valuable and helpful information

that will save you time and money.

7Run the washer through a complete cycle, checking

for water leaks and proper operation.

8If you have any questions during initial operation,

please review the “Avoid Service Checklist” in your

Use & Care Guide before calling for service.

9Place these instructions in a location near the

appliance for future reference.

Grounding type

ll receptacl

ll receptacle

wer cord with

3-prong

ounded plug

Do not,

under

y cir

cumstances,

cut,

remo

ve,

or b

ypass th

ypass the

ounding pr

ong.

IMPORTANT

Check to ensure the power is off at a circuit breaker/

fuse box before plugging the power cord into an outlet.

NOTE

The standpipe inside diameter must be 1-1/4” (3.2 cm)

minimum. There must be an air gap around the drain

hose in the standpipe. A snug hose ﬁt can cause a

siphoning action.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

ACCESSORIES

Replacement parts:

If replacements parts are needed for your washer, contact

the source where you purchased your washer or refer to

your

Use and Care Guide

for more information.

MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION KIT

P/N 137067200

Installation in a mobile home requires the use of a

MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION KIT.

INLET HOSE KITS

Please call 866-233-8353 (in Canada, 800-265-8352)

to explore hose kit options that will meet your speciﬁc

installation needs.

UNIVERSAL APPLIANCE WRENCH

P/N 137019200

A UNIVERSAL APPLIANCE WRENCH is available to aid in

dryer/washer feet adjustment.

TOUCH UP PAINT PENS*

Classic White Touch Up Pen - P/N 5304468812

*Other colors may be available. Contact the source where you

purchased your washer.

Technical Sheet/Wiring Diagram:

CAUTION

Failure to use accessories manufactured by (or approved

by) the manufacturer could result in personal injury,

property damage or damage to the washer.

WARNING

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing

controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous

operation. Verify proper operation after servicing.

NOTE

A wiring diagram and technical data sheet are located

inside the washer console.

To remove the console faceplate follow the directions

below:

1. Disconnect washer from electrical source.

2. Remove the hole plugs on the back of the console

housing.

3. Insert a small, straight blade screw drive to gently pry

downward on each faceplate retaining tab.

4. Gently lay the console faceplate forward without

pulling wires to access technical/wiring diagram.

5. When ﬁnished with repair, return sheet inside console,

snap faceplate to console housing and reinstall hole

plugs.

TECH DATA SHEET/

WIRING DIAGRAM

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