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Important Safety Information Please read and save this guide Table of contents Thank you for choosing Electrolux, our premium brand in home appliances. This Use & Care Guide is part of our commitment to customer satisfaction and product quality throughout the service life of your new appliance. Features................................................ 6 Keep a record for quick reference Purchase date Important Safety Information.................. 2 Pre-Installation Requirements................
Important Safety Information Important safety instructions Safety precautions Definitions DO NOT attempt to install or operate your unit until you have read the safety precautions in this manual. Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with a Danger, Warning, or Caution based on the risk type. 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.
Important Safety Information Protect children • DO NOT allow children to play on or in the washer. Close supervision of children is necessary when the washer is used near children. As children grow, teach them the proper, safe use of all appliances. • Destroy the carton, plastic bag and other packing materials after the washer is unpacked. Children might use them for play. Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads or plastic sheets can become airtight compartments.
Important Safety Information WARNING HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD DO NOT use or mix liquid chlorine bleach with other household chemicals such as toilet cleaners, rust removers, acids such as vinegar, or products containing ammonia. These mixtures can produce dangerous fumes which can cause serious injury or death.
Features 4 3 5 2 6 1 7 8 9 15 14 16 12 13 10 11 Not all cycles, options, or features listed are available on every model. 1. Door striker 9. Cascading wash vanes 2. Reversible door (400/500/600 series only) 10. Door latch with safety lock 3. Laundry products dispenser 11. Adjustable leveling legs 4. LED Display 12. Stainless steel wash drum 5. Cycle Display 13. Flexible door gasket 6. Drum light (select models) 14. Wide angle door hinge 7. Control lock 15.
Pre-Installation Requirements Installation Checklist Shipping Hardware Drain Foam shipping support (under wash tub) removed and stored Shipping bolts and spacers removed from rear of appliance and stored Hole plugs (shipped in bag in drum) installed in holes in backsheet Stand pipe or wall drain height minimum 24” Verify anti-siphon disc is attached toward end of drain hose Drain hose secured in place with cable tie (shipped in drum) Leveling Door Reversal Washer is level, side-to-sid
Pre-Installation Requirements 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 ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD Certain internal parts are intentionally not grounded and may present a risk of electrical shock if contacted during installation.
Pre-Installation Requirements 96" (244 cm) max. 60 sq. Inches 24" (61 cm) min. NOTE Drain hose length is 59 in. (150 cm). For installations requiring a longer drain hose, use hose P/N 137098000, available from an authorized parts distributor. 120 sq. Inches Equally Divided Split Vent Door Clearance requirements IMPORTANT DO NOT INSTALL YOUR WASHER: 1. In an area exposed to dripping water or outside weather conditions. 2. In an area where gasoline or other flammables are kept or stored. 3. On carpet.
Pre-Installation Requirements 120 sq. Inches min. Louvered Opening Bi-Fold louvered doors with 120 sq. in of ventilation 120 sq. Inches of wall venting Louvered Door MIN. INSTALLATION CLEARANCES Inches (cm) Sides Rear Top Front 0" 0" 0" Alcove/ recess (0 cm) (0 cm) (0 cm) Open Closet with 0" 0" 0" 1" (0 cm) (0 cm) (0 cm) (2.5 cm) door vent Closet with 1" 1" 1" 1" (2.5 cm) (2.5 cm) (2.5 cm) (2.
Pre-Installation Requirements 11 Washer dimensions 53.5" (136 cm)* to clear open door 27.0" 32" (81.25 cm)* to front of closed door water supply connection on rear of unit drain hose on rear of unit3 (68.5 cm) 38.0" power cord on rear of unit1 (96.5 cm) 53.25" (135.5 cm) freestand washer on floor floor line washer mounted on optional pedestal floor line 53.5" (136 cm)* to clear open door 32" (81.25 cm)* to front of closed door electrical supply on rear of unit3 75.75" (192.
Installation Unpacking the washer WARNING SUFFOCATION HAZARD Dispose of 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. 1. Temporarily remove door tape. 2. Open washer door and remove everything from the drum. 3. Close door and reapply door tape. 4.
Installation 13 Removing shipping hardware IMPORTANT Failure to remove shipping hardware completely could result in damage to the appliance, damage to your home, or unexpected washing results. Save all shipping bolts and spacers for future use.
Installation Leveling the washer Excessive noise and vibration can be prevented by properly leveling the washer. 1. For free standing installation and with the washer within 4 feet (1 m) of its final location, place a level on top of the washer. 2. Use an adjustable wrench to adjust the leveling legs so the washer is level front-to-rear and side-to-side, and stable cornerto-corner. 3. Press down on alternate corners and sides and feel for the slightest movement.
Installation 15 6. 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. 7. Turn on the water and check for leaks. 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. Completing the installation 1. Plug the power cord into a grounded outlet. Connecting the drain 1.
Installation Reversing the door NOTE Door reversibility is available only on 400, 500, or 600 series models. IMPORTANT Tools needed for reversal: BEFORE YOU REVERSE WASHER DOOR: 1. Be sure you have adequate swing area before reversing door. 2. Gather your tools - including a screw driver with a #2 square bit and plastic knife (or small, flat prying tool that won’t damage paint). 3. Protect flat work surface, such as top of washer or floor near washer, with a soft cloth or towel. 4.
Installation 17 6. Release wiring harness from retainer on plastic terminal cap. Then release terminal from terminal cap. Save the cap to reinstall later. Reinstalling door lock and hole cover 1. Move the plastic cover to the other side of the front panel. Position the cover so the “hook” is at the bottom. Insert hook into lower slot, slide the cover down, and press upper retention tabs into opening until they snap into place. 2 Removing door lock and plastic hole cover 1.
Installation 3. Make sure the alignment tabs reengage. 3. Insert hinge locating pins into the hole that were previously covered by the plastic hole cover. Press on the face of the hinge to snap the other locating pins into place. Connect to Notches 4. Reattach the inner door to the outer door using the nine screws removed earlier. See illustration, Step 1. 5. Check to verify that the scoop (wider section) of the door glass is situated at the BOTTOM of the door. 4.
Controls and Settings 19 Model series 300 SERIES 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 400 SERIES 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 500 SERIES 1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 11 10 600 SERIES 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 11 10 1 power 4 temperature 7 options 10 start 2 LED display 5 soil level 8 set/select ® 11 PODS 3 cycle selector 6 spin speed 9 cancel (select models) This manual covers many models and not all cycles, options, or features listed are available on every model.
Controls and Settings Settings chart - 300 series washer warm cold heavy normal clean washer normal hot rinse & spin heavy duty delicates These temperature, spin speeds, soil levels and options are available with the following cycles: CYCLE SELECTIONS soil light spin high medium no spin CYCLE OPTIONS options extra rinse delay start control lock chime = Available
Controls and Settings 21 Settings chart - 400 series washer normal delicates 20min fast wash warm cold tap cold heavy normal light extra light clean washer whitest whites hot rinse & spin heavy duty These temperature, spin speeds, soil levels and options are available with the following cycles: CYCLE SELECTIONS soil spin high medium low no spin
Controls and Settings Settings chart - 500 series washer normal activewear colors delicates 18min fast wash clean washer whitest whites rinse & spin heavy duty These temperature, spin speeds, soil levels and options are available with the following cycles: CYCLE SELECTIONS CYCLE SETTINGS sanitize hot warm cold tap cold soil max heavy normal ligh
Controls and Settings 23 Settings chart - 600 series washer normal activewear colors delicates 15min fast wash clean washer whitest whites rinse & spin heavy duty These temperature, spin speeds, soil levels and options are available with the following cycles: CYCLE SELECTIONS CYCLE SETTINGS sanitize hot warm cold tap cold soil solid soil max heav
Controls and Settings Cycle selection Press the power button to turn on the unit. Then, turn the cycle selector in either direction or press the cycles button (dependent on model) to scroll to the desired cycle. The indicator light for that cycle will be illuminated. The estimated cycle time will appear on the LED display and indicator lights adjacent to the default settings (water temperature, final spin speed, and soil level) will illuminate for the cycle selected.
Controls and Settings Cycle settings Washing temperature The appropriate washing temperature will automatically be indicated for the cycle selected. To change the preset temperature, press the temp button to scroll to the desired setting. Select a wash water temperature according to fiber content, colorfastness and soil level. To protect your fabrics, not all temperatures are available with every cycle.
Controls and Settings Spin speed Max (on select models), high, medium and low (on some models) spin speeds are available for each cycle. The spin speed and/or duration of final spin vary from model to model and cycle to cycle. Increasing the spin speed will extract more water, decrease drying time and conserve energy. Decreasing the spin speed will reduce wrinkling. Select low spin speed (on some models) to gently spin items that should be line dried.
Controls and Settings 27 IMPORTANT • If steam is selected, rinse temperatures will be elevated. • If the wash cycle is paused or cancelled during a steam cycle, the door will remain locked until it cools. You may manually perform a rinse & spin cycle to cool the internal temperature sooner. • During a steam cycle, steam exiting from the rear vent of the washer is normal and not cause for alarm.
Controls and Settings Eco indicator The eco symbol will light up on the LED display to indicate that the selected combination of temperature, spin speed and options are eco friendly. Oversuds protection A situation where oversudsing has been detected by the washer will result in the washer requiring additional rinses until the suds have been cleared. Each extra rinse the washer performs to clear the suds will add approximately 5 minutes to the cycle duration.
Operating Instructions 29 Operating the washer WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons, read the Important Safety Instructions in this Use & Care Guide before operating your washer. WARNING RISK OF INJURY DO NOT wash water resistant and water repellent clothing or other materials. Failure to follow these instructions may result in an abnormal vibrating and outof-balance condition that could result in physical injury, property damage, and/or appliance damage. STEPS 1.
Operating Instructions STEPS 5. Add wash products to dispenser. 6. Select the cycle and settings for the load. TIPS IMPORTANT • Water conditioners, detergent boosters and enzyme products may be added with detergent. • See Adding Laundry Products for detailed information on the use of the product dispensers. • See Adding Laundry Products for detailed information on the use of various wash products (detergent, bleach, stain treatment, fabric softener, etc).
Operating Instructions 31 Adding laundry products Laundry product dispensers Product dispenser - three compartment dispenser (300 Series) Detergent Liquid or Powder Liquid Bleach Liquid Fabric Softener Product dispenser - Adaptive Dispenser™ (400, 500, and 600 Series) Detergent Liquid or Powder Detergent Pack Compartment* (500 and 600 Series) Liquid Bleach FP Without Detergent Pack Compartment (400 Series) Stain Soak/Treat O Liquid Fabric Softener *Max.
Operating Instructions Adding laundry detergent to the three compartment dispenser Adding laundry detergent to the adaptive dispenser™ Liquid or powder detergent • Use the cap or scoop provided by the detergent to add recommended amount of detergent. • Amount of detergent may need to be adjusted for water temperature, water hardness, load size, and soil level. Follow manufacturer’s instruction. In a three compartment dispenser use either liquid or powder detergent. DO NOT mix both.
Operating Instructions 33 Detergent pack For 300 and 400 series models Add detergent pack directly to the empty drum BEFORE placing laundry into the unit. • DO NOT place detergent packs directly into the detergent drawer. The gel coating may cause the detergent drawer to become clogged. For 500 and 600 series models Add the recommended quantity of high efficiency detergent packs to the detergent pack compartment in the dispenser. • DO NOT place more than two packs into the dispenser.
Normal Operating Sounds Normal operating sounds You may or may not hear the following sounds from your new washer: A. DRAIN HOSE The washer has a flexible drain hose to carry water from the washer to the stand pipe of your home. You will hear water flowing into your stand pipe. This is a normal part of the operation of the washer. B. WATER VALVES/DISPENSER As water enters the dispenser system, it is common to hear a water flowing sound.
Stain Removal Guide 35 Stain removal procedures To reduce the risk of fire or serious injury to persons or property, comply with the basic warnings listed below: • Read and comply with all instructions on stain removal products. • Keep stain removal products in their original labeled containers and out of children’s reach. • Thoroughly wash any utensils used. • DO NOT combine stain removal products, especially ammonia and chlorine bleach. Dangerous fumes can result.
Stain Removal Guide Stain removal suggestions STAIN Adhesive tape, gum, rubber cement Baby formula, dairy products, egg Beverages (coffee, tea, soda, juice, alcoholic beverages) Blood TREATMENT Apply ice. Scrape off excess. Place stain down on paper towels. Saturate with prewash stain remover or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid. Use product containing enzymes to pretreat or soak stains. Soak for 30 minutes or more. Wash. Pretreat stain. Wash using cold water and bleach safe for fabric.
Care and Cleaning 37 Inside routine cleaning (preventative) To help prevent odors or humidity accumulation leave the door open with the door stand ventilation feature (on select models) for a few hours after use or whenever the washer is not in use. CAUTION WARNING HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD DO NOT use or mix liquid chlorine bleach with other household chemicals such as toilet cleaners, rust removers, acid or products containing ammonia.
Care and Cleaning Cleaning the Adaptive Dispenser™ 1. Remove the drawer by pulling the dispenser out until it stops. 2. Reach back into the right rear corner of the dispenser cavity and press down firmly on the lock tab. Pull out the dispenser drawer. Rear 6. Replace the insert by pressing it in place until you hear a slight click. 7. Return the dispenser drawer to the unit. 3. Remove the detergent cup and top cover from the dispenser drawer. 4. Remove the bottom cover from the dispenser drawer.
Care and Cleaning 39 Inside cleaning (aggressive) In cases where clean washer cycle along with care and cleaning of rubber gasket folds isn’t done, and severe odor or residue buildup have developed, follow the below cleaning procedure to help alleviate the problem. IMPORTANT See Inside Routine Cleaning for future cleaning maintenance which is necessary to avoid repeating issues. Three Compartment Preventative Cleaning Cleaning procedure-washer drum Ensure the wash tub is empty.
Care and Cleaning Outside routine cleaning • When washing is completed, wipe top and sides of washer with a damp cloth. • Clean the cabinet with mild soap and water. Never use harsh, gritty or abrasive cleansers • If the cabinet becomes stained, clean with diluted chlorine 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.
Care and Cleaning 41 Water inlet hose inspection Periodically inspect all water inlet hoses for water leaks, wear, cuts, corrosion and bulges. Replace all hoses, if any sign of the above is visible. All hoses should be replaced every 5 years to reduce the risk of hose failures. When replacing hoses, refer to the Installation sections of this Use & Care guide for proper installation instructions. DO NOT overtighten or cross thread the fittings. DO NOT allow the hose to rub against sharp objects.
Troubleshooting Common washing inquiries Many washing problems involve poor soil and stain removal, residues of lint and scum, and fabric damage. For satisfactory washing results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent Association. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES Blue stains • Avoid overfilling detergent and fabric softener compartments of dispenser. • Undiluted liquid detergent or fabric softener dispensed directly onto fabric.
Troubleshooting 43 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS Pilling (Fibers ball up and cling to fabric.) • Pilling is normal with synthetic and permanent press fabrics. This is due to abrasion from normal wear. • Use a lint brush or shaver to remove pills. PREVENTIVE MEASURES • Use fabric softener in washer to lubricate fibers. • When ironing, use spray starch or fabric finish on collars and cuffs. • Turn items inside out to reduce abrasion. Residue or • Undissolved detergent. • Rewash load.
Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES • Perform clean washer cycle • Scrub gasket with Comet™ Spray Gel Mildew Stain Remover - use brush to remove stains. • Use only HE (high efficiency detergent) along with recommended dosage. • Remove wash load immediately upon cycle completion. Residue stain • Moisture in the washer. • Remove and clean buildup in dispenser and inserts • Use of non-HE dispenser with combination of detergent.
Troubleshooting 45 Before calling Before calling for service, review this list. It may save both time and expense. The list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this washer. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS NOISE (Please refer to Normal Operating Sounds) High pitch “jet • A certain amount of motor engine” noise whine is normal during the spin cycle. Rattling and • Foreign objects such as • Stop washer and check drum.
Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES Washer does not • Electrical power cord may start not be plugged in or connection may be loose. • House fuse blown, circuit breaker tripped, or a power outage has occurred. SOLUTIONS • Make sure plug fits tightly in wall outlet. • 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.
Troubleshooting 47 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES Warm or hot wa- • Hot water heater is set too ter is not hot low or is a distance from enough washer. SOLUTIONS • 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 necessary. • Hot water is being used • Avoid using hot water elsewhere elsewhere in the house. before or during washer use. There may not be enough hot water available for proper cleaning.
Limited Warranty For the applicable warranty period as set forth below, as measured from your original date of purchase, Electrolux will repair or replace any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used and maintained in accordance with the provided instructions. Warranty Periods: • All parts — One year including labor. In addition, your appliance is covered by a one year, parts only, limited warranty.
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