All about the Use & Care of your Washer TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S Important Safety Instructions ..............................2-4 Solutions to Common Problems ....................... 21-24 Features ...............................................................5 Warranty ............................................................ 25 Operating Instructions ...................................... 6-14 Notes ................................................................. 26 Stain Removal Guide ...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Product Record WARNING Please read all instructions before using this washer. Record Your Model and Serial Numbers The model and serial numbers of your washer are found on the serial plate located inside the door opening. Record and retain these numbers.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons when using this washer, comply with the basic warnings listed below. Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 Cycle Selector Control Lock LED Display Laundry Product Dispenser Drawer Door Latch with Safety Lock Door Striker Inner glass with small article redistribution ramp Vent Latch Stainless Steel Wash Drum Adjustable Leveling Legs Cascading Wash Vanes 5
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Normal Operating Sounds You may or may not hear the following sounds from your new washer: A 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 B. WATER VALVES/DISPENSER As water enters the dispenser system, it is common to hear a water flowing sound.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operating Your Washer • Place delicate and small items such as bras, hosiery and baby socks in a mesh bag. WARNING 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. (Mesh bag not included.) WHITES • Sort items TO W E L S by recomC O LO R S mended cycle and water temperature.
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, 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 Operating Your Washer, continued 6 Select the appropriate cycle and settings for the load. • Turn the cycle selector knob in either direction to select the cycle desired. • The estimated cycle time, suitable wash and rinse water temperatures, final spin speed, soil level, and options for each cycle will be indicated for the cycle selected. See the “Washer Settings Chart” for more details.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS normal casual bulky delicates rinse & spin spin only heavy hot max delay start warm high chime cool medium stain clean heavy cold low energy saver normal cold water clean no spin freshwater rinse light cancel select auto temp spin speed options door lock sensing wash touch pause to add a garment soil level START pause This manual covers many models and not all cycles, options, or features listed are available on every model.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Cycle Settings SPIN SPEED For best results Follow the fabric care label instructions on items to be washed. Appropriate wash temperature, spin speeds, soil level and options will automatically be displayed for each cycle. The settings can be changed before the cycle is started. Make modifications according to fiber content, colorfastness and soil level. Modifications for each cycle will be remembered and recalled each time that cycle is selected in the future.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Other Features Delay Start Press delay start to select a wash time convenient to your schedule or during off peak energy hours. The delay time selected will be displayed and begin counting down when you select START. Control Lock To avoid having someone accidentally start the washer, press options and select at the same time and hold for 10 seconds until “LOC” is displayed alternately with the estimated cycle time.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Washer Settings Chart normal casual delicates bulky rinse & spin spin only heavy hot max delay start warm high chime cool medium stain clean heavy cold low energy saver normal cold water clean no spin freshwater rinse light cancel select auto temp spin speed options door lock sensing wash touch pause to add a garment soil level START pause 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9
STAIN REMOVAL GUIDE Safe 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. 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.
STAIN REMOVAL GUIDE Stain Removal Suggestions STAIN TREATMENT Adhesive tape, chewing gum, rubber cement Apply ice. Scrape off excess. Place stain face down on paper towels. Saturate with 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 AND CLEANING Inside Routine Cleaning (Preventive) 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 AND CLEANING Other Inside Routine Cleaning (Preventive) 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 bleach and fabric softener compartments.
CARE AND CLEANING Inside Cleaning (Aggressive) In cases where the 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 (or no clothes load). Open the detergent drawer and pour eight (8) cups of bleach into the detergent compartment.
CARE AND 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 PREVENTIVE MEASURES Blue stains • Undiluted liquid detergent or fabric softener dispensed directly onto fabric. • If caused by detergent, mix 1 cup (240 ml) white vinegar with 1 quart (.
SOLUTIONS TO COMMON PROBLEMS Common Washing Problems, continued PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES Wrinkling • Overloading the washer. • Incorrect wash cycle for wash load. • Reduce load size. • Rinse in cold water with liquid fabric softener using the casual or delicate cycle. • Do not overload washer. • Remove items from washer as soon as cycle is completed. • Use liquid fabric softener. Yellow buildup of body soil on synthetic fabrics • Agitation time too short.
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 Service Prevention Checklist, continued OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION WATER Water collects in folds of the bellows 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 bleach and fabric softener compartments. This is a result of the siphoning action and is part of the normal operation of the washer.
MAJOR APPLIANCE 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.
