MSRP

$799.00

Frigidaire Affinity 3.26 Cu. Ft. Front Load Washer

27" W x 29-3/4" D x 36" H

FAFW3801LW

Energy Star Certificed
  1. Classic White
Average Customer Rating: 3.75
16 review(s) | Write a Review

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    Shown with Optional Pedestal.
  1. Features expand

    ENERGY STAR®

    Vibration Control System

    Advanced vibration control keeps even oversized loads balanced for smooth, quiet operation. Ideal for second floor installation.

    Express-Select® Controls

    Easily select options and cycles with the touch of a button.

    Fresh Water Rinse Option

    An additional rinse cycle uses advanced rinse technology to effectively reduce detergents and additives.

    SilentDesign™

    Designed for quiet operation.

    Stay-Fresh™ Door Seal

    Optional Pedestal Drawer

    Most Installation Options in its Class

    TimeWise® Technology

    TimeWise® Technology ensures wash time equals dry time — so you don't wait for clothes to dry.
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    General

    1. Product Code: FAFW3801LW
    2. Product Type: Front Load
    3. Power Type: Electric
    4. Installation Type: Free-Standing
    5. UPC Code: 0-12505-38216-1
    6. Color: Classic White

    Options

    1. Clean Washer: Yes, Key Combination
    2. Delay Start (Hours): 10
    3. Extended Spin: Yes
    4. Freshwater Rinse: Yes
    5. Stain Clean: Yes

    Controls

    1. Control Lock: Yes
    2. Cycle Status Lights: 4 - Door Lock / Sensing / Wash / Touch Pause to add a Garment
    3. Time Remaining Indicator: Yes, LED Segment
    4. Start/Pause/Cancel Function: Push 'Start/Pause' button to Start / Push 'Start/Pause' button to Pause / Push 'Cancel' button to Cancel

    Electrical Specifications

    1. Amps @ 120 Volts: 9.0
    2. Connected Load (kW Rating) @ 120V: 1.0
    3. Minimum Circuit Required (Amps): 15A
    4. Power Supply Connection Location: Rear
    5. Voltage Rating: 115V, 60Hz

    Energy Data

    1. CEE Tier Level: 3
    2. kWh/year: 99
    3. Modified Energy Factor: 3
    4. Water Factor: 3.3
    5. Water Usage/Year: 4217

    Certifications & Approvals

    1. ENERGY STAR® Certified: Yes

    Washer: Soil Level Selections

    1. Heavy Soil: Yes
    2. Light Soil: Yes
    3. Normal Soil: Yes

    Washer: Specifications

    1. Bleach Dispenser: Yes
    2. Detergent Dispenser: Yes
    3. Drum Material: Stainless Steel
    4. Fabric Softener Dispenser: Yes
    5. Maximum Spin Speed (RPM): 1,100
    6. Stay Fresh Antimicrobial Seal: Yes
    7. Stay Fresh Door Seal: Yes

    Exterior Specifications

    1. Cabinet Color: White
    2. Console Color: White
    3. Door Lock Light: Yes
    4. Door Style: Old Affinity
    5. Knob, Button, Switch Color: White
    6. Lens Ring: White

    Accessories

    1. Drain Hose Extension Kit: Optional, order item no. 137098000
    2. Dryer Stacking Kit: Optional, order item no. STACKIT4X
    3. Mobile Home Installation Kit: Optional, order item no. 137067200
    4. Pedestal: Optional, order item no. CFPWD15

    Washer: Cycles

    1. Casual: Yes
    2. Delicates: Yes
    3. Normal: Yes
    4. Rinse & Spin: Yes

    Temperature Settings

    1. Automatic Temperature Control: Yes
    2. Cold: Yes
    3. Cold Water Clean: Yes
    4. Cool: Yes
    5. Hot: Yes
    6. Warm: Yes

    Exterior Dimensions

    1. Depth: 29-3/4"
    2. Depth (with Door 90° Open): 50-4/5"
    3. Height: 36"
    4. Width: 27"

    General Specifications

    1. Adjustable Leveling Legs: Yes
    2. Product Weight (lbs): 235
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    1. Average Rating

    2. 15 review(s)
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    1. Reviewed by: OldGringo38
      12/5/2012
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      Joke at best
      After having 2 of these units deliver to my home, one after the other and both being factory defective I can only come to the conclusion that these machines are in the Beta stage and have not yet been perfected. The idea is good as tumble washing is the best method of cleaning clothes. However these units are not in anyway doing the job intended. There is no spin action to remove the soapy water after the wash cycle and no spin cycles between rinses. Clothes come out with soap residue left in them no matter how little detergent is used. I could not recommend this unit because of it's imperfections. May all be a computer glitch?
    2. Reviewed by: Frank
      10/28/2012
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      vibrates
      This front loader "Affinty" has vibrated severely since installation (which included leveling) despite a so-called "vibration control system."
    3. Reviewed by: Gramma Gail
      8/14/2012
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      I am very happy with my washer it has features my other one did not. I like the stain feature it does work also the adjustable spin feature & bulky items. I've read several other reviews people have written the only I'm not to happy with the complaints that the machine quits working properly after the 4th year. Four years is a very short life span for a machine like this, my other one lasted over 8 years, it was the same type but smaller in size. I guess time will tell.
    4. Reviewed by: Diane S
      8/11/2012
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      So far I'm impressed.
      Have only had the washer since April but I have no complaints to speak of. What a difference from my old top load washer ... the clothes really do get cleaner using very little water and soap, and much quieter. Looks good too with its corresponding dryer which we also purchased - both at good prices. The one thing I would suggest to users, is to leave the door ajar when you are finished to air out the inside which sometimes collects water in the rubber groove (or you can wipe it out with a dry cloth).
    5. Reviewed by: Tora
      8/11/2012
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      Don't like it.
      We had a Frigidaire washer and dryer for 8 years and were completely satisfied but this washer has not met our expectations. It leaks water on the floor when you open the door. Water puddles on the gasket and needs to be wiped dry after every wash. It is noisy and is difficult to get to spin properly with anything other than a light to medium load.
    6. Reviewed by: Bruce
      8/11/2012
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      1st 3 months
      My wife and I agree that this front loading washer gets clothes cleaner, rinses out better, and is gentler than any of the top loaders that we've had in the past. The pedestal offers significant storage space and makes the front loader more ergonomically sound. Overall a great value.
    7. Reviewed by: Tora
      8/10/2012
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      Don't like it.
      We had a Frigidaire washer and dryer for 8 years and were completely satisfied but this washer has not met our expectations. It leaks water on the floor when you open the door. Water puddles on the gasket and needs to be wiped dry after every wash. It is noisy and is difficult to get to spin properly with anything other than a light to medium load.
    8. Reviewed by: BellesLady
      8/10/2012
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      Love this machine!
      This is my second front load washer, both have been Frigidaire and I have been very pleased with both of them. I use the German detergent Persil and it does a wonderful job, especially the one for whites (you don't need to use bleach, which I really like); the whites come out very bright and stay that way over tiime, not like bleach where after a while everything yellows. The one for colours is equally as good and colours don't fade with washing, even darks. To comment on the person with the mold problem, if you leave the door open a little, it is better for the seals and they don't mold. I have done that with both of my machines (the first one was 15 years old when it died) and I haven't had any problems with mold on the seals.
    9. Reviewed by: GregH
      8/10/2012
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      Great Buy!
      Purchased 4 months ago and am very pleased.
    10. Reviewed by: Bill
      8/10/2012
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      very good washer
      I am very satisfied and happy with my purchase. The washer has operated flawlessly and has been a big water saver, as compared to my old washer. It was the first washer I ever purchased new and I have no regrets.
    11. Reviewed by: Mom
      8/10/2012
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      Whole family use
      With two teenagers, two dogs and two active adults in the same household we do our fair share of laundry. Each person has two days a week (my husband & I share our days) and I get and extra day for "family" wash--kithchen, bath and dog laundry. The front load washer is the right size for our individual loads and family needs. THe height, without the stand, makes it easy for the shortest person in the family to load as well as fold clothes and reach the detergent on top.
    12. Reviewed by: jenni27205
      8/10/2012
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      great
      I love my washer. It washes the clothes so good. They are clean and I love clean
    13. Reviewed by: Johnny B
      3/5/2012
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      Washer is Cool!
      Well, the title tells all. It isn't the most expensive unit and it is very basic. but what is a Washing Machine suppose to do. Wash Cloths, that is right is washes great gets the dirt out and saves us money and water and energy. We have alway used the Amway SA8 Laundry Detergent or The Watkins Brand. These two in comobination of great Washer make our cloths super clean! It ain't fancy but it does it's JOB...
    14. Reviewed by: Karen
      6/1/2011
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      after a few years
      I like this washer, but notice that the rubber seals get moldy easily. You need to wipe it dry after use.
    15. Reviewed by: Aaron
      2/15/2011
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      Great machine!
      We purchased this washer from Sears and couldn't be happier. The only problem we've had with the machine is that the load needs to be perfectly balanced before starting, and the only way to find out if it's balanced or not is when you do start it the machine it will pause itself multiple times in each cycle of the wash, and your clothes will be soaking wet at the end because it will not spin very fast on the spin cycle. But that's no reason to dock a star, because that's user error not machine error. The anti-vibration technology is wonderful as we live in an apartment complex, so doing wash at 3 am is no problem. When we can afford it we would like to get the matching dryer for it.
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