EN FRONT LOAD WASHER FR LAVEUSE Á CHARGEMENT FRONTAL ES LAVADORA DE CARGA FRONTAL USE & CARE GUIDE GUIDE D’UTILISATION ET D’ENTRETIEN GUÍA DE USO Y CUIDADO A04173801A August 2015
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Safety Important Safety Instructions Recognize safety symbols, words and labels Your safety and the safety of others is very important. We have provided many important safety messages in the Use and Care Guide, Installation Instructions and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.
Safety Important Safety Instructions, continued PREVENT INJURY ● To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during operation, the washer must be installed and electrically grounded by a qualified service person in accordance with local codes. Installation instructions are packed in the washer for installer’s reference. Refer to Installation Instructions for detailed grounding procedures. If the washer is moved to a new location, have it checked and reinstalled by a qualified service person.
Features LED Display Drum Light (select models only) Cycle Selector Control Lock Laundry Products Dispenser Cascading Wash Vanes Reversible Door (on select models) Door Striker Inner glass with small article redistribution ramp Wide-Angle Door Hinge Stainless Steel Wash Drum Flexible door gasket Door Latch with Safety Lock Adjustable Leveling Legs 5
Operating Instructions 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.
Operating Instructions Operating Your Washer WARNING 3 To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS in this Use and Care Guide before operating your washer. 1 Sort laundry into loads that can be washed together. ● Sort items by recommended cycle and water temperature. ● Separate white, light and colorfast items from dark and non-colorfast items. ● Separate items that shed lint from items that attract lint.
Operating Instructions Operating Your Washer, continued 5 Add laundry products to the dispenser. For best results Use a low-sudsing, high efficiency detergent to prevent oversudsing in front load washers. Look for this symbol on the detergent label: Detergent, stain additives, liquid chlorine bleach and liquid fabric softener will be dispensed at the proper times in the cycle. IMPORTANT Open and close the dispenser drawer slowly.
Operating Instructions Other Wash Products ● Color-safe bleach, water conditioner, detergent booster and enzyme products may be added with the detergent. ● Put liquid products with liquid detergent in the Main Wash - liquid only chamber or powder products with powder detergent in the Main Wash detergent chamber. IMPORTANT Do not mix liquids and powders.
Operating Instructions Operating Your Washer, continued 6 Select the appropriate cycle and settings for the load. ● Press the power button turn on the unit. ● Turn the cycle selector ring (on some models) in either direction or press the cycles button (on other models) to scroll to the desired cycle. The indicator for that cycle will be illuminated. See the “Cycle Selection” section in this guide for descriptions of each cycle.
Operating Instructions Cycle Selection 400 Series 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 500 Series 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 600 Series 1 1 power 4 temperature 7 options/set 2 3 2 cycle status display 5 soil level 8 cancel 4 5 6 7 3 cycle selector 6 spin speed 9 start/pause This manual covers many models and not all cycles, options, or features listed are available on every model. Consoles shown above for reference only. Your model may differ. Press the power button to turn on the unit.
Operating Instructions Cycle Selection, continued Cycle Settings 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. Washing Temperature whitest whites Use this cycle for white fabrics and lightly colored clothing. Refer to fabric care label for use of liquid chlorine bleach.
Operating Instructions Cycle Settings, continued Soil Level sanitize, continued NOTE The heavy duty and whitest whites with sanitize setting cycles have been designed to meet the requirements of NSF P172 protocol for sanitization efficacy. NSF Protocol P172 Sanitization Performance of Residential and Commercial, Family-Sized Clothes Washers The wash water is heated by an internal boost heater to a maximum of 152° F (67° C) as the load tumbles.
Operating Instructions Cycle Options Suitable options will automatically be indicated when the cycle is selected. To add an option, press options until the indicator for the desired option flashes, then press set. The indicator will be illuminated when the option has been selected. Follow the same steps to delete an option. To protect your fabrics, not all options are available with every cycle. If an option is not available for a cycle, the indicator will not light.
Operating Instructions Other Features Chime (press & hold set button) A signal will sound at the end of the cycle (and periodically during extended refresh) if this option is activated. Eco Indicator The “ ” symbol will light up on the center display to indicate that your selected combination of temperature, spin speed and options are eco friendly. Status Display The estimated total cycle time will be displayed when the cycle is selected.
Operating Instructions Settings Chart - 400 Series Washer 20min fast wash delicates warm cold eco cold heavy normal clean washer normal hot rinse & spin whitest whites These temperature, spin speeds, soil levels and options are available with the following cycles: heavy duty temp soil light extra light spin high medium low no spin options Sta
Operating Instructions Settings Chart - 500 Series Washer clean washer rinse & spin delicates 18min fast wash colors casual whitest whites normal heavy duty These temperature, spin speeds, soil levels and options are available with the following cycles: sanitize hot warm cold eco cold soil max heavy normal light extra light spin max high medium
Operating Instructions Settings Chart - 600 Series Washer clean washer rinse & spin delicates 15min fast wash colors casual normal whitest whites These temperature, spin speeds, soil levels and options are available with the following cycles: heavy duty temp sanitize hot warm cold eco cold soil max heavy normal light extra light spin max high medium
Stain Removal Guide 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 TREATMENT Adhesive tape, chewing Apply ice. Scrape off excess. Place stain face down on paper towels. Saturate with gum, rubber cement prewash stain remover or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid. Baby formula, dairy products, egg Use product containing enzymes to pretreat or soak stains. Soak for 30 minutes or more. Wash. Beverages (coffee, tea, soda, juice, alcoholic beverages) Pretreat stain. Wash using cold water and bleach safe for fabric.
Care & Cleaning Inside Routine Cleaning (Preventative) To help prevent odors, mold or mildew, leave the door open for a few hours after use or whenever the washer is not in use. CAUTION ENTRAPMENT and TIP-OVER HAZARD Do not leave the door open if there are small children or pets present. An open door could entice children to hang on the door or crawl inside the washer. If there are no small children present, you may leave the door ajar to prevent odor build up.
Care & Cleaning Other Inside Routine Cleaning (Preventative) Cleaning Dispenser Drawer Area NOTE Detergent and fabric softener may build up in the dispenser drawer. Residue should be removed once or twice a month. ● Remove the drawer by pulling the drawer out until it stops. ● Reach back into the left rear corner of the drawer cavity and press down firmly on the lock tab. Pull out the drawer. ● Remove the insert from the prewash, bleach, and fabric softener compartments.
Care & Cleaning Inside Cleaning (Aggressive) In cases where clean washer cycle along with care and cleaning of rubber gasket folds isn’t done, and severe odor, mold, mildew, or residue buildup have developed, follow the below cleaning procedure to help alleviate the problem. Cleaning Procedure - Washer Drum Ensure the wash tub is empty. If installed, remove the LIQUID ONLY cup from the dispenser. Open the detergent drawer and pour eight cups of bleach into the MAIN WASH detergent compartment.
Care & Cleaning Outside Routine Cleaning ● When washing is completed, wipe top and sides of washer with a damp cloth. Turn water faucets off to prevent pressure build-up in the hoses. ● 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.
Solutions to Common Problems Common Washing Problems 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 Blue stains • Undiluted liquid detergent or fabric softener dispensed directly onto fabric.
Solutions to Common Problems Common Washing Problems, continued PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES Yellow buildup of body soil on synthetic fabrics • Agitation time too short. • Wash water temperature too low. • Not enough detergent. • Soak in detergent booster or product containing enzymes. • Wash in hottest water safe for fabric using casual cycle. • Increase detergent. • Add bleach safe for fabric or treat with color remover. • Select correct wash cycle.
Solutions to Common Problems Service Prevention Checklist 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. OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION NOISE High pitch “jet engine” noise. A certain amount of motor whine is normal during the spin cycle. Rattling and clanking noise. Foreign objects such as coins or safety pins may be in drum or pump.
Solutions to Common Problems Avoid Service Checklist, continued OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION WATER Water collects in folds of the door gasket at the end of the cycle. This is a result of the washing action and is part of the normal operation of the washer. Water collects in This is a result of the siphoning bleach and fabric soft- action and is part of the normal ener compartments. operation of the washer.
Warranty Information 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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