EN FRONT LOAD WASHER
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ES LAVADORA DE CARGA FRONTAL
USE & CARE GUIDE
GUIDE D’UTILISATION ET D’ENTRETIEN
GUÍA DE USO Y CUIDADO
A11200102 April 2018
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Finding Information
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Table of contents
Electrolux serial number
Electrolux model number
Finding Information ............................... 2
Safety ................................................... 3
Features ...............................................6
Operating Instructions ..........................8
Controls and Settings .........................13
Stain Removal Guide ..........................22
Care & Cleaning ..................................24
Solutions to Common Inquiries ........... 29
Before Calling .....................................33
Warranty Information ..........................36
NOTE
The instructions appearing in this
Use &
Care Guide
are not meant to cover every
possible condition and situation that may
occur. Common sense and caution must
be practiced when installing, operating
and maintaining any appliance.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING THIS WASHER.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Electrolux model series*
* The series number can be found
within the Model number (example
EFLS627UTT= 600 series).
For toll free telephone support or online
support in the US and Canada contact:
U.S.
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Purchase date
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reference
Questions?
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WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially haz-
ardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently haz-
ardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Important Safety Instructions
Safety
WARNING - RISK OF FIRE
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons when using this washer,
comply with the warnings listed below. Failure to comply with these Important Safety
Instructions and warnings could result in property damage, serious personal injury, or
death.
IMPORTANT
Indicates installation, operation, or main-
tenance information which is important
but not hazard-related.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazard-
ous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury.
Prevent Fire
• DO NOT wash items that have been
previously cleaned in, soaked in, or
spotted with gasoline, cleaning solvents,
kerosene, cooking oils, waxes, or other
flammable or explosive substances.
DO NOT store these items on or near
the washer. These substances give off
vapors or chemical reactions that could
ignite or explode.
• DO NOT put oily or greasy rags or
clothing on top of the washer. These
substances give off vapors that could
ignite the materials.
• DO NOT add gasoline, cleaning sol-
vents, or other flammable or explosive
substances to the wash water. These
substances give off vapors that could
ignite or explode.
• Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas
may be produced in a hot water system
that has not been used for 2 weeks or
more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.
If the hot water system has not been
used for such a period, before using the
washer, turn on all hot water faucets and
let the water flow from each for several
minutes. This will release any accumu-
lated hydrogen gas. Hydrogen gas is
flammable; DO NOT smoke or use an
open flame during this time.
• DO NOT store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
• Failure to comply with these warnings
could result in fire, explosion, serious
bodily injury and/or damage to the rub-
ber or plastic parts of the washer.
Safety Precautions
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.
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.
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Safety
• DO NOT continue to use the washer if
you hear squeaking, grinding, rubbing or
other unusual noises. This could be
a sign of mechanical breakdown and
lead to fire or serious injury. Contact a
qualified technician immediately.
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 appli-
ances.
• Destroy the carton, plastic bag and
other packing materials after the washer
is unpacked. Children might use them
for play. Cartons covered with rugs, bed-
spreads or plastic sheets can become
airtight compartments.
• Keep laundry products out of children’s
reach. To prevent personal injury, ob-
serve all warnings on product labels.
• Before the washer is removed from
service or discarded, remove the washer
door to prevent accidental entrapment.
• Failure to comply with these warnings
could result in serious personal injuries.
Prevent Injury
• To prevent shock hazard and assure sta-
bility 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 Instruc-
tions
for detailed grounding procedures.
If the washer is moved to a new loca-
tion, have it checked and reinstalled by
a qualified service person.
• To prevent personal injury or damage
to the washer, the electrical power
cord of the washer must be plugged
into a properly grounded and polarized
3-prong outlet. The third grounding
prong must never be removed. Never
ground the washer to a gas pipe. DO
NOT use an extension cord or an adap-
tor plug.
Grounding type wall receptacle
Power cord with
3-prong grounded plug
Do not, under
any circumstances,
cut, remove,
or bypass the
grounding prong.
WARNING
FIRE/ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Avoid fire hazard or electrical shock. DO
NOT use an adaptor plug or extension
cord or remove grounding prong from
electrical power cord. Failure to follow
this warning can cause serious injury, fire
or death.
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.
These mixtures can produce dangerous
fumes which can cause serious injury or
death.
• Follow package directions when using
laundry products. Incorrect usage can
produce poisonous gas - resulting in
serious injury or death.
• DO NOT combine laundry products
for use in 1 load unless specified on
the label.
• DO NOT mix chlorine bleach with
ammonia or acids such as vinegar.
WARNING
Improper grounding of the washer may
cause serious injury or death. Check with a
licensed electrician if you are in doubt as to
whether the appliance is properly grounded.
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Safety
Prevent Injury And Damage To
The Washer
To prevent serious personal injury and
damage to the washer:
• All repairs and servicing must be
performed by an authorized service
technician unless specifically recom-
mended in this
Use & Care Guide
. Use
only authorized factory parts.
• DO NOT tamper with controls.
• DO NOT install or store the washer
where it will be exposed to the weather.
• DO NOT install on carpet. Install washer
on a solid floor. It may be necessary to
reinforce the floor to prevent vibration or
movement.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock,
disconnect this appliance from the
power supply before attempting any
user maintenance. Turning the controls
to the OFF position does not disconnect
this appliance from the power supply.
• To prevent injury, DO NOT reach into
the washer while parts are moving.
• This washer is equipped with an electri-
cal overload protector. The motor will
stop if it becomes overheated.
• Failure to comply with these warnings
could result in serious personal injuries.
WARNING
RISK OF INJURY
DO NOT WASH: Water resistant and
water repellent clothing or other materi-
als. Failure to follow these instructions
may result in an abnormal vibrating and
out-of-balance condition that could re-
sult in physical injury, property damage,
and/or appliance damage.
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Features
Control
Lock
Drum Light
(select models only)
Door Latch with
Safety Lock
Cycle
Selector
Laundry Products
Dispenser
Reversible Door
(400/500/600 se
ries
models only)
Door
S
triker
Cascading
Wash Vanes
LED
Display
Stainless Steel
Wash Drum
Flexible door
gasket
Adjustable
Leveling Legs
Wide-Angle
Door Hinge
Door Stand
Ventilation
Inner glass with
small article
redistribution ramp
Serial # and
Model #
Full descriptions of all available settings and options can be found in the following
sections:
drum light
door reversibility
3 compartment
dispenser
Adaptive
Dispenser™
detergent pack
option
sanitize
stain treatment
perfect steam
wrinkle release
fast wash
300 Series
no no yes no no no no no no no
400 Series
no yes no yes no no yes no yes 20
min
500 Series
yes yes no yes yes yes yes yes yes 18
min
600 Series
yes yes no yes yes yes yes yes yes 15
min
Refer to the table below for an overview of features available for each model series.
Operating your washer ......................8
Adding Laundry Products ................10
Settings Chart - 300 Series Washer . 13
Settings Chart - 400 Series Washer . 14
Settings Chart - 500 Series Washer . 15
Settings Chart - 600 Series Washer . 16
Cycle Selection ................................ 17
Cycle Settings .................................18
Cycle Options .................................. 19
Not all cycles, options, or features listed are available on every model.
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Features
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.
400 SERIES
2 71 63 954 10
8
300 SERIES
600 SERIES
2 71 63 954
10
8
11
500 SERIES
2 71 6 954
10
8
11
2 71 63 854 9
1
power
2
LED display
3
cycle selector
4
temperature
5
soil level
6
spin speed
7
options
8
set/select
9
cancel
10
start
11
PODS
®
(select models)
Model Series
PODS
®
is a registered trademark of Procter & Gamble Company, Cincinnati OH, used under license by Electrolux.
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Operating Instructions
STEPS TIPS IMPORTANT
1. Sort
laundry
into loads
that can
be washed
together.
• Sort 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. Casual, synthetic, knit,
and corduroy items will pick up lint from
towels, rugs, and bedspreads.
• Separate heavily soiled items from lightly
soiled items.
• Separate lacy, sheer, loosely knit, or
delicate items from durable items.
DO NOT machine wash
items containing fiberglass.
Small particles of fiberglass
left in drum may transfer to
fabrics in other loads and
cause skin irritation and/or
damage to fabrics.
DO NOT wash water
resistant and water repel-
lent type clothing or other
materials
2. Prepare
items for
washing.
• Empty pockets.
• Brush off lint and dirt. Shake out rugs and
beach towels.
• Close zippers, fasten hooks, button
buttons, and tie strings/sashes. Remove
non-washable trims and ornaments.
• Place delicate and small items (bras,
hosiery, etc.) in a mesh bag (not included).
Mend rips and tears to
prevent further damage
during washing.
Turn knit items inside out
to prevent pilling.
3. Pretreat
stains and
heavy soil.
See stain treatment function in
Cycle
Options
for your particular model or
Stain
Removal Guide
for more information.
4. Add
laundry
load to
wash tub.
• Combine large and small items in a load.
Load large items first.
• Large items should not be more than half
the total wash load.
• Washing single items is inefficient and may
cause an out-of-balance load. Add 1 or 2
similar items to help balance load.
• Wash single heavy items (comforter,
sleeping bag, etc.) separately.
• The washer can be fully loaded, but the
items should not be tightly packed. The
door should close easily.
DO NOT overload the
washer.
DO NOT WASH: Water re-
sistant and water repellent
clothing or other materials.
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.
Operating your washer
WARNING
RISK OF INJURY
DO NOT wash water resistant and wa-
ter repellent clothing or other materials.
Failure to follow these instructions may
result in an abnormal vibrating and out-
of-balance condition that could result in
physical injury, property damage, and/or
appliance damage.
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.
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Operating Instructions
STEPS TIPS IMPORTANT
5. Add wash
products to
dispenser.
• 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 treat-
ment, fabric softener, etc).
Follow manufacturer’s in-
structions and recommen-
dations when using wash
products.
Open and close the dis-
penser drawer slowly.
Closing the drawer too
quickly could result in early
dispensing of the bleach or
fabric softener.
6. Select the
cycle and
settings for
the load.
• See
Cycle Selection, Cycle Settings, and
Cycle Options
for detailed descriptions of
cycle controls.
• See
Cycle Setting Charts
to determine
which settings are available for each
cycle.
• To provide the best care, not every setting
or option is available with every cycle. If
a setting or option is not available for the
cycle selected, the indicator will not light.
Follow fabric care label in-
structions on items to
be washed.
Make sure that the PODS
®
option is selected when
using models that have a
separate detergent pack
compartment. See Adding
Laundry Detergent to the
Adaptive Dispenser™
7. Start the
washer.
• Close the door and press start/pause.
The washer will not operate with the door
open. “CLOSE DOOR” will be displayed
as a reminder to close the door.
• To add a forgotten item to the washer
any time during the wash portion of the
cycle, press start/pause. When the door
unlocks, open the door, add the item,
close the door and press start/pause to
resume cycle.
• To change settings or options after the
cycle has begun, press start/pause,
change the settings, and then press
start/pause. If the cycle is not paused
first, the unit will emit several beeps when
the buttons are pressed but no changes
to the cycle will be applied.
• To change the cycle once the cycle has
begun, press cancel to cancel the cycle,
select the new cycle, and press start/
pause to begin the new cycle. Changing
a cycle selection without cancelling the
current WILL NOT change the cycle.
• To cancel a cycle, press cancel.
• A signal will sound at the end of the cycle
if the chime option is not set to mute.
DO NOT force door open.
As a safety measure, the
door will automatically lock
during the entire wash
cycle. Pause or cancel
the wash load to unlock
the door.
If the cycle is interrupted
during spin, the door lock
will not release until the tub
has stopped spinning.
If the water level is above
the bottom of the door
opening/flexible door gas-
ket, the lock will not re-
lease.
8. Remove
items from
washer
when cycle
has ended.
• Remove items when the cycle ends and
place in dryer, line dry or dry flat as di-
rected on the fabric care label.
Excess wrinkling, color
transfer or odors may
develop in items left in the
washer after the cycle has
ended.
PODS
®
is a registered trademark of Procter & Gamble Company, Cincinnati OH, used under license by Electrolux.
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Operating Instructions
Use a low-sudsing, high efficiency
detergent to prevent oversudsing
in front load washers. Look for this
symbol on the detergent label:
For best results
Detergent, stain treatment (on select
models), liquid chlorine bleach and liquid
fabric softener will be dispensed at the
proper times in the cycle.
Use the cap or scoop provided by the
detergent manufacturer to measure
the amount recommended. Detergent
dosage may need to be adjusted for
water temperature, water hardness,
load size and soil level.
Adding Laundry Products
Product dispenser - Adaptive Dispenser™
(400, 500, and 600 Series)
Product dispenser - three compartment dispenser
(300 Series)
FPO
Liquid
Bleach
Stain
Soak/Treat
Detergent Pack
Compartment*
(500 and 600 Series)
Liquid Fabric
Softener
Detergent -
Liquid or Powder
Without Detergent
Pack Compartment
(400 Series)
IMPORTANT
Open and close the dispenser drawer
slowly. Closing the drawer too quickly
could result in early dispensing of the
bleach or fabric softener.
Laundry Product Dispensers
*Max. 2 packs per load
Detergent -
Liquid or Powder
Liquid Bleach
Liquid Fabric Softener
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Operating Instructions
Adding Laundry Detergent to the
Three Compartment 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
manufacturers instruction.
IMPORTANT
DO NOT mix liquids and powders.
In a three compartment dispenser use
either liquid or powder detergent. DO NOT
mix both.
IMPORTANT
DO NOT exceed MAX fill line.
IMPORTANT
DO NOT add detergent packs into the
three compartment dispenser. Detergent
packs should be added directly into the
drum.
Adding Laundry Detergent to
the Adaptive Dispenser™
Liquid Detergent
• Use the cap or scoop provided by the
detergent to add recommended amount
of detergent to the detergent compart-
ment. Pour directly into the detergent
cup, not over the blue cover.
• Amount of detergent may need to be
adjusted for water temperature, water
hardness, and load size. Follow manu-
facturers instructions.
IMPORTANT
Pour liquid into the liquid detergent cup.
DO NOT pour over the blue cover. DO
NOT exceed MAX fill line.
Powder Detergent
• Remove the liquid detergent cup and
blue cover before adding
powder detergent.
• Add powder detergent directly to the
powder detergent compartment.
IMPORTANT
Save the liquid detergent cup and blue
cover for future use. DO NOT discard it
while you are using powder detergent.
DO NOT exceed MAX fill line.
CAUTION
Keep detergent packs away from children.
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Operating Instructions
NOTE
From time to time you may see water in
the dispenser. This is part of the normal
operation of the washer.
Adding Other Wash Products
• Color-safe bleach, water conditioner,
detergent booster and enzyme products
may be added with detergent.
IMPORTANT
DO NOT mix liquids and powders.
• Put liquid products in the Main Wash
- liquid detergent compartment or
powder products in the Main Wash -
powder detergent compartment.
IMPORTANT
Use of multi-product (detergent plus soft-
ener) sheets or color-absorbing sheets
NOT recommended. They could disable
your machine and result in unwarranted
repair costs.
Stain Treatment (on select models)
• For heavily soiled or stained loads, select
the Stain option (on select models only -
StainTreat, StainTreatII, or StainSoak) and
add the recommended amount of deter-
gent or stain treatment to stain soak/treat
compartment (on select models).
• See
Cycle Options
for information about
Stain options for your model.
• See
Stain Removal Guide
in this instruc-
tion for additional suggestions.
IMPORTANT
To prevent fabric damage, DO NOT over-
fill the “Liquid Bleach” compartment or
pour bleach directly onto the load.
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 coat-
ing may cause the detergent drawer to
become clogged.
CAUTION
Keep detergent packs away from children.
Liquid Chlorine Bleach
• If desired, add liquid chlorine bleach to
the compartment labeled Liquid Bleach
and marked with this symbol: .
• DO NOT fill above the MAX fill line.
• Add color-safe bleach with detergent.
Liquid Fabric Softener
• If desired, pour the recommended
amount of liquid fabric softener into the
compartment labeled
Fabric Softener
and marked with this symbol: .
• DO NOT fill above the MAX fill line.
NOTE
To prevent staining, DO NOT overfill Fab-
ric Softener compartment or pour liquid
fabric softener directly on wash load.
IMPORTANT
• When using the detergent
pack compartment, make
sure to select the PODS
®
option before starting the load.
• Once the PODS
®
option has been
chosen, the washer will retain the
PODS
®
setting until manually changed.
• The washer will ALWAYS use a small
amount of HOT water to dissolve the
pack when the PODS
®
option has
been selected.
PODS
®
is a registered trademark of Procter & Gamble Company, Cincinnati OH, used under license by Electrolux.
For 500 and 600 series models
Add the recommended quantity of (one
or two) high efficiency detergent packs to
the detergent pack compartment in the
dispenser.
• DO NOT place more than two packs
into the dispenser.
• When using the fast wash cycle, only
one detergent pack should be used.
• Use of a fabric softener-dispensing ball is
not recommended in front load washers.
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These temperature, spin speeds, soil levels and options are available with the
following cycles:
heavy
duty
normal
delicates
rinse &
spin
clean
washer
temp
hot
NO OPTIONS AVAILABLE WITH THIS CYCLE.
DO NOT LOAD ANY ITEMS IN DRUM DURING SYSTEM
CLEAN CYCLE.
warm
cold
soil
heavy
normal
light
spin
high
medium
no spin
options
extra rinse
delay start
lock
press & hold chime
= Available selections.
= Factory presets. = Non-modifiable presets.
Settings Chart - 300 Series Washer
Controls and Settings
CYCLE SELECTIONS
CYCLE SETTINGS
CYCLE OPTIONS
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These temperature, spin speeds, soil levels and options are available with the
following cycles:
heavy duty
whitest
whites
normal
delicates
20
min
fast
wash
rinse & spin
clean washer
temp
hot
NO OPTIONS AVAILABLE WITH THIS CYCLE.
DO NOT LOAD ANY ITEMS IN DRUM DURING SYSTEM CLEAN CYCLE.
warm
cold
tap cold
soil
heavy
normal
light
extra light
spin
high
medium
low
no spin
options
StainTreat
extra rinse
wrinkle release
delay time
press & hold chime
control lock
= Available selections.
= Factory presets. = Non-modifiable presets.
Settings Chart - 400 Series Washer
Controls and Settings
CYCLE SELECTIONS
CYCLE SETTINGS
CYCLE OPTIONS
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These temperature, spin speeds, soil levels and options are available with the following
cycles:
heavy duty
whitest
whites
normal
activewear
colors
delicates
18
min
fast
wash
rinse & spin
clean washer
temp
sanitize
NO OPTIONS AVAILABLE WITH THIS CYCLE.
DO NOT LOAD ANY ITEMS IN DRUM DURING SYSTEM CLEAN CYCLE.
hot
warm
cold
tap cold
soil
max
heavy
normal
light
extra light
spin
max
high
medium
low
no spin
options
StainTreatII
perfect steam™
extra rinse
wrinkle release
extended refresh
delay time
press & hold chime
control lock
PODS
®
= Available selections.
= Factory presets. = Non-modifiable presets.
Controls and Settings
Settings Chart - 500 Series Washer
CYCLE SELECTIONS
CYCLE SETTINGS
CYCLE OPTIONS
PODS
®
is a registered trademark of Procter & Gamble Company, Cincinnati OH, used under license by Electrolux.
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Settings Chart - 600 Series Washer
Controls and Settings
These temperature, spin speeds, soil levels and options are available with the following
cycles:
heavy duty
whitest
whites
normal
activewear
colors
delicates
15
min
fast
wash
rinse & spin
clean
washer
temp
sanitize
NO OPTIONS AVAILABLE WITH THIS CYCLE.
DO NOT LOAD ANY ITEMS IN DRUM DURING SYSTEM CLEAN CYCLE.
hot
warm
cold
tap cold
soil
solid soil
max
heavy
normal
light
spin
max
high
medium
low
no spin
options
StainSoak
perfect steam™
extra rinse
wrinkle release
extended refresh
delay time
press & hold chime
control lock
PODS
®
= Available selections.
= Factory presets. = Non-modifiable presets.
CYCLE SELECTIONS
CYCLE SETTINGS
CYCLE OPTIONS
PODS
®
is a registered trademark of Procter & Gamble Company, Cincinnati OH, used under license by Electrolux.
17
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 (de-
pendent 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.
See
Washer Settings Chart
for default
settings for each cycle.
Cycle settings and cycle options can
be changed using the temp, spin and
soil buttons. See
Cycle Settings
and
Cycle Options
for detailed directions and
descriptions of available settings.
To change the cycle once the cycle has
begun, press cancel, select a new cycle,
and press start again.
NOTE
Turning the cycle selector knob without
canceling the cycle first, will not change
the cycle.
NOTE
For spin only cycle deselect extra rinse.
For drain only cycle select no spin.
See
Cycle Options
for rinse options and
Cycle Settings
for spin settings.
20
min
fast wash (400 Series model)
Quickly wash a small, lightly soiled load
in 20 minutes.
18
min
fast wash (500 Series model)
Quickly wash a small, lightly soiled load
in 18 minutes.
15
min
fast wash (600 Series model)
Quickly wash a small, lightly soiled load
in 15 minutes.
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.
whitest whites (on select models)
Use this cycle for white fabrics and lightly
colored clothing. Refer to fabric care label
for use of liquid chlorine bleach.
normal
Use this load for light to normally soiled
cottons, linens, towels, shirts, jeans and
mixed loads.
activewear (on select models)
Use this cycle for lightweight, synthetic
athletic apparel.
colors (on select models)
Use this cycle for lightly soiled, dark,
or highly dyed fabrics which may be
susceptible to dye loss.
delicates
Use this cycle for lightly soiled knits and
delicates which require gentle washing.
rinse & spin
Select rinse & spin for loads that need a
cold water rinse or to add fabric softener
that may have been omitted in a regu-
lar cycle. Add the fabric softener to the
dispenser compartment. Select the spin
speed appropriate for the load.
For best results
Follow the fabric care
label instructions
on items to be
washed.
To stop the cycle, press cancel.
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.
Cycle Settings
Washing Temperature
Follow the fabric care label in-
structions on items to be washed.
For best results
NOTE
Using PODS
®
setting may increase fast
wash time by several minutes.
clean washer
To clean and freshen the washer,
perform the clean washer cycle. If you
wish to begin the cycle, empty the
drum, add bleach and press start/pause.
This maintenance cycle removes residue
that may cause odor. See
Inside Routine
Cleaning (Preventive)
for detailed
instructions.
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Controls and Settings
To protect your fabrics, not all temperatures
are available with every cycle. If a tem-
perature is not appropriate for the cycle,
it cannot be selected and will not be lit by
pressing the temp button.
The temperature selected for the cycle
will be remembered and recalled each
time that cycle is selected in the future.
All wash water temperatures are auto-
matically regulated to maximize deter-
gent effectiveness and improve washing
performance. The water heater setting and
its distance from the washer, water usage in
other parts of the home, and seasonally low
ground water temperature in some geo-
graphic areas can affect water temperature.
sanitize (on select models)
Use the sanitize setting to clean and
sanitize heavily soiled, colorfast fabrics
including towels, bedding, cloth diapers,
and children’s clothing.
It is recommended that you set your water
heater to 120° F (49° C) or higher to en-
sure proper performance during this cycle.
If the setting is lower or the load is extra
large, the cycle time may be extended.
When used with the heavy duty and
whitest whites cycles, the sanitize setting
will kill 99.9% of bacteria with no carryover
of bacteria between loads. No bleach or
harsh chemicals are needed, but higher
temperatures are required. Please check
fabric care labels to prevent damage.
NOTE
The heavy duty and whitest whites with
sanitize setting cycles have been de-
signed to meet the requirements of NSF
P172 protocol for sanitization efficacy.
The wash water is heated by an internal
boost heater to a maximum of 152° F (67° C)
as the load tumbles. Cold water is added to
cool down the load prior to drain and spin.
As a precaution, the washer door remains
locked when the water temperature
reaches 130° F (55° C)
hot
Use this setting for heavily soiled white or
colorfast cottons and blends.
warm
Use this setting for normally soiled white
or colorfast cottons or blends.
cold
Some warm water will automatically blend
with cold tap supply to achieve a precise
cold. Use this setting for lightly soiled
non-colorfast items, knits, delicates,
and hand washables.
tap cold (on select models)
Wash and rinse temperatures are
equivalent to temperature of cold tap
supply. Use this selection for fabrics
and colors that are prone to dye transfer.
For use with cold water
detergents.
NSF Protocol P172
Sanitization Performance of Residential
and Commercial, Family-Sized Clothes
Washers
Adjust the wash time based on the soil
level of each load. Solid soil (on select
models), max (on select models), heavy,
normal, light and extra light (on some
models) soil levels are available.
Soil Level
NOTE
If the voltage at your outlet is under 110v,
the internal heater may not adequately
heat the wash water. If the cycle is inter-
rupted while the water is heating, the
final temperature of the wash water may
be lower and sanitation may be reduced.
NOTE
If the wash cycle is paused or cancelled
while the internal drum temperature
is above 130° F (55° C), the door will
remain locked until it cools. You may
manually perform a rinse & spin cycle to
cool the internal temperature sooner.
NOTE
The washer will ALWAYS use a small
amount of HOT water to dissolve the
pack when the PODS
®
option has been
selected.
PODS
®
is a registered trademark of Procter & Gamble Company, Cincinnati OH, used under license by Electrolux.
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Controls and Settings
Cycle Options
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.
Use no spin to omit the final spin at the
end of the cycle. The load will be very wet.
Remove items from the wash drum to drip
dry or select a spin only cycle to remove
excess water at a more convenient time.
Spin Speed
The default options for each cycle will
automatically be chosen when a cycle is
selected. To protect fabrics, not all options
are available for all cycles. If an option is
not available for a cycle, the indicator will
not light.
options
select
de-select
Selecting Options
Press the option button to scroll though
the options until the indicator light for the
desired option flashes, then press select.
The indicator light will illuminate when
the option has been selected. Follow the
same steps to deselect an option. The
indicator light will turn off when the option
is deselected.
NOTE
If changes to the settings or options are
attempted after the cycle starts, you will
hear several beeps when the buttons are
pressed. To change the settings or op-
tions, press start/pause, make the new
selections and press start/pause again.
All settings or options selected for the
cycle, except sanitize (on select models),
perfect steam
TM
(on select models),
and stain treatment options, will be
remembered and recalled each time that
cycle is selected in the future. To return to
factory settings, press and hold soil and
options buttons at the same time and
hold for 3 seconds until the confirmation
signal sounds. To prevent unintentional
Stain Treatment options
(on select models)
Your washer is equipped with powerful
stain treatment tools. Depending on your
model, use one of the options below to
deal with tough stains on your garments.
See step 5 in the
Operating Your Washer
section in this guide for details on adding
stain additives to the dispenser.
StainTreat (400 Series Washer)
Select this option to add a short initial
wash period to available cycles using
the stain treatment additives in the stain
soak/treat compartment. After the stain
wash phase, the load will automatically
advance to the main wash cycle.
StainTreatII (500 Series Washer)
Select this option when available and
rotate the cycle selector to rotate through
the stain types below. Stain treatment and
main detergent will recirculate in the agitat-
ing load for approximately 20 minutes and
then the washer will advance to the main
wash cycle.
• Any Stain
Recirculating wash solution will be
heated by boost heater.
• Blood
Recirculating wash solution will NOT
be heated by boost heater to prevent
setting blood stains.
• Chocolate
Stain wash time is extended with additional
heating by boost heater.
StainSoak (600 Series Washer)
Similar to StainTreatII above with the
added feature of detergent/treatment
mixing with SmartBoost pump technol-
ogy before the Stain washing phase.
perfect steam
TM
(on select models)
Select this option to add approximately 20
minutes of tumbling in steam.
NOTE
• Steam may not necessarily be visible
inside drum during a steam wash cycle.
• Steam may not be present during entire
steam wash cycle.
and accidental exposure of delicate mate-
rial to excess heat or unexpected steam,
the sanitize, perfect steam
TM
and all
stain treatment options will need to be
reselected each time.
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Controls and Settings
extra rinse
Use this option when additional rinsing is
desired to remove excess dirt and detergent.
It is recommended for heavily soiled loads or
if household members have sensitive skin.
wrinkle release (on select models)
After the final spin, the washer will perform
a “dry” agitation to loosen the garments
from the side of the drum.
extended refresh (on select models)
Select extended refresh if you will be
unable to remove the load right after the
cycle is complete. The washer recognizes
the load has sat too long and will do a
rinse and spin to keep the load fresh for
up to 12 hours. When you are ready to
remove the load during the extended
refresh segment, you must press cancel
to end the cycle and open the door.
PODS
®
(on select models)
Select this option when using a detergent
pack in a model equipped with a PODS
®
button (on select dispenser only). This
option will divert the flow of water to the
detergent pack compartment optimizing
the detergent pack performance.
Control Options
control lock
To lock the controls between cycles,
scroll to the control lock option and
press select. The control lock icon
will show on the LED display. To unlock the
controls scroll to the control lock option again
and press select. Use this feature to reduce
the likelihood of accidental operation by chil-
dren. Washer cycles will not run when
Control Lock is activated.
IMPORTANT
• If steam is selected, rinse tempera-
tures will be elevated.
• If the wash cycle is paused or can-
celled 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.
Wash Cycle Options
Chime
A signal will sound at the end of each
cycle (and periodically during extended
refresh) if option is activated.
To mute or unmute the chime, press and
hold the select button for 3 sec. This will
not affect any of the other button tones.
options
select
de-select
hold ‘select’ 3 s to mute/unmute
Other Features
LED display
delay time
Use delay time to delay the
start of the washing cycle from
30 minutes to 12 hours. After
selecting the delay time option,
press select button to scroll to the desired
delay time. The delay time icon will il-
luminate on the LED display to indicate the
delay time option is activated, The time
will begin counting down on the LED display
once the washer start/pause button has
been pressed.
PODS
®
is a registered trademark of Procter & Gamble Company, Cincinnati OH, used under license by Electrolux.
The estimated total cycle time will be dis-
played when the cycle is selected. The time
may increase if water pressure is low, over-
sudsing occurs or the load becomes unbal-
anced. The approximate time remaining will
be displayed during the cycle. As the washer
progresses through the cycle phases, the
row of cycle phase indicators lights up under
the cycle time. The eco, control lock, close
door, mute (some models) and delay time
will also appear on this LED display.
Icons may vary according to model.
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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.
Controls and Settings
(60 sec loop)
Reversed Hose Detection
If condition is detected where the inlet
hoses have been installed incorrectly (hot
supply to cold inlet and cold supply to hot
inlet), the washer will alert you. The LED
will display “HO” followed by “SE” and then
the remaining cycle time (0 min) for 60 sec-
onds and then repeat. Acknowledge the
reversed hose condition by pressing the
cancel button. Shut off each water supply
valve and attach each supply hose to the
correct inlet connection on the washer.
Drum Light (on select models)
The drum light will come on whenever
the door is opened to illuminate the drum
during loading and unloading. Closing
the door turns off the light. The drum light
will automatically turn off if the door is left
open more than 3 minutes.
Reversible Door (on select models)
Your washer may be equipped with a
reversible door. The door can be hinged
on the right or left side.
Door Stand Ventilation
Help prevent odor buildup and reduce
humidity between washes by utilizing your
washer’s door stand ventilation feature.
Open the door, locate the stand below the
door latch and rotate the stand counter-
clockwise to unlock it.
The stand is spring loaded and will extend.
Rotate it clockwise to lock in the extended
position.
1
2
3
To disengage the stand, rotate to unlock,
push the stand in and rotate to lock position.
NOTE
For step-by-step instructions on door
reversal, refer to the
Installation Instruc-
tions
supplied with this washer.
NOTE
If unable to rotate the stand by hand, a
coin or flat blade screw driver can be used.
NOTE
If door stand will not turn to locked posi-
tion, fully turn it to unlock position and
try to lock again.
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. The LED will display “SU”
followed by “dS” and then the remaining
cycle time (0 min) for 60 seconds and then
repeat. Press cancel to turn off the alert
message. The washer will continue to per-
form rinse cycles until suds are removed.
(60 sec loop)
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Stain Removal Guide
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 prod-
ucts, especially ammonia and chlorine
bleach. Dangerous fumes can result.
• Never wash items which have been
previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked
in or spotted with gasoline, dry cleaning
solvents or other flammable or explosive
substances because they give off vapors
that could ignite or explode.
• Never use highly flammable solvents,
such as gasoline, inside the home.
Vapors can explode on contact with
flames or sparks.
For Successful Stain Removal:
• Remove stains promptly.
• Determine the kind of stain, then follow
the recommended treatment in the stain
removal chart on the next page.
• To pretreat stains, use a stain treatment
product, liquid detergent, or a paste
made from powder detergent and water.
• Use cold water on unknown stains
as hot water can set stains.
• Consult care label instructions for
treatments to avoid on specific fabrics.
• Check for colorfastness by testing stain
remover products on an inside seam.
• Rinse and wash items after stain
removal.
Stain Removal
Procedures
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.
These mixtures can produce dangerous
fumes which can cause serious injury or
death.
For best results
Follow the fabric care
label instructions
on items to be
washed.
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Stain Removal Guide
Stain Removal Suggestions
STAIN TREATMENT
Adhesive tape, gum,
rubber cement
Apply ice. Scrape off excess. Place stain down on paper towels. Sat-
urate 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, al-
coholic beverages)
Pretreat stain. Wash using cold water and bleach safe for fabric.
Blood Rinse with cold water. Rub with bar soap. Or, pretreat or soak with
product containing enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Candle wax, crayon Scrape off surface wax. Place stain face down between paper
towels. Press with warm iron until wax is absorbed. Replace pa-
per towels frequently. Treat remaining stain with prewash stain re-
mover or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid. Hand wash to remove
solvent. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Chocolate Pretreat or soak in warm water using product containing en-
zymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Collar or cuff soil,
cosmetics
Pretreat with prewash stain remover or rub with bar soap.
Dye transfer on
white fabric
Use packaged color remover. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Grass Pretreat or soak in warm water using product containing en-
zymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Grease, oil, tar (but-
ter, fats, salad dress-
ing, cooking oils, car
grease, motor oils)
Scrape residue from fabric. Pretreat. Wash using hottest water safe
for fabric. For heavy stains and tar, apply nonflammable dry cleaning
fluid to back of stain. Replace towels under stain frequently. Rinse
thoroughly. Wash using hottest water safe for fabric.
Ink Some inks may be impossible to remove. Washing may set some
inks. Use prewash stain remover, denatured alcohol or nonflam-
mable dry cleaning fluid.
Mildew, scorch Wash with chlorine bleach if safe for fabric or soak in oxygen
bleach and hot water before washing. Badly mildewed fabrics
may be permanently damaged.
Mud Brush off dry mud. Pretreat or soak with product containing enzymes.
Mustard, tomato Pretreat with prewash stain remover. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Nail polish May be impossible to remove. Place stain face down on paper
towels. Apply nail polish remover to back of stain. Repeat, replac-
ing paper towels frequently. DO NOT use on acetate fabrics.
Paint, varnish WATER BASED: Rinse fabric in cool water while stain is wet. Wash.
Once paint is dry, it can’t be removed. OIL BASED AND VARNISH:
Use solvent recommended on label. Rinse thoroughly before washing.
Perspiration Use prewash stain remover or rub with bar soap. Rinse. Wash us-
ing non chlorine bleach in hottest water safe for fabric.
Rust, brown or yel-
low discoloration
Use rust remover safe for fabric. DO NOT use chlorine bleach be-
cause it may intensify discoloration.
Shoe polish LIQUID: Pretreat with a paste of powder detergent and water.
PASTE: Scrape residue from fabric. Pretreat with prewash stain
remover or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid. Rinse. Rub detergent
into dampened area. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Tomato Pretreat with prewash stain remover. Wash using bleach safe for
fabric.
Urine, vomit,
mucus, feces
Pretreat or soak in product containing enzymes. Wash using
bleach safe for fabric.
Wine Pretreat or soak in cold water. Wash in hottest water and bleach
safe for fabric
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Care & Cleaning
To help prevent odors or humidity accu-
mulation 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.
Inside Routine Cleaning
(Preventative)
To Refresh or Clean Inside of
Washer
To clean and freshen the washer, perform
the clean washer cycle. For best results
perform the cycle once a month.
Immediately follow up with a rinse
& spin cycle. Select max spin with no de-
tergent or bleach to help clear any residual
bleach left after the clean washer cycle.
For best results
To begin the cycle, select the clean
washer cycle. If installed, remove the
LIQUID DETERGENT cup from the
dispenser. REMOVE ALL ITEMS FROM
WASH DRUM before filling the detergent
compartment with one (1) cup of liquid
chlorine bleach OR one (1) pouch of Tide
TM
Washing Machine Cleaner. DO NOT use
both. Press start/pause to begin.
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.
These mixtures can produce dangerous
fumes which can cause serious injury or
death.
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.
NOTE
Every 50 cycles, your washer will remind
you to perform the clean washer cycle
by illuminating the clean washer cycle
indicator.
IMPORTANT
Items left in washer while performing the
clean washer cycle will cause a severe
out-of-balance situation that could dam-
age the washing machine.
To Clean the dispenser drawer
Cleaning the three compartment
dispenser
NOTE
Detergent and fabric softener may build up
in the dispenser drawer. Residue should
be removed once or twice a month.
1. Remove the drawer by pulling the
drawer out until it stops.
2. Reach back into the left rear corner
of the drawer cavity and press down
firmly on the lock tab. Pull out the
drawer.
3. Remove all inserts from the drawers.
Tide is a trademark of The Procter & Gamble Company, Cincinnati, Ohio.
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Care & Cleaning
4. Rinse the drawer and inserts with
hot tap water to remove traces of
accumulated powders and liquids.
Large amounts of fabric softener resi-
due may indicate improper dilution or
more frequent cleaning is required.
5. To clean the drawer opening, use
a small brush to clean the recess.
Remove all residue from the upper
and lower parts of the recess.
6. Replace the insert by pressing it in
place until you hear a slight click.
7. Return the dispenser drawer to the
unit.
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.
3. Remove the detergent cup and top
cover from the dispenser drawer.
4. Remove the bottom cover from the
dispenser drawer.
a) First, pull the two lock tabs at the rear
of the dispenser drawer to unlatch
the back cover.
b) Then, gently pull back the two clips
on the front of the bottom cover to
to fully release it from the dispenser
drawer.
5. Rinse the dispenser drawer, covers,
and detergent cup with hot tap water
to remove traces of accumulated
powders and liquids. Large amounts
of fabric softener residue may indicate
improper dilution or more frequent
cleaning is required.
6. To clean the dispenser drawer open-
ing, use a small brush to clean the
recess. Remove all residue from the
upper and lower parts of the recess.
7. Reassemble dispenser drawer and
check to ensure that all pieces are
securely in place.
8. Return the dispenser drawer to the
unit.
Front
Rear
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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
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. Open the
detergent drawer and pour eight cups of
bleach into the MAIN WASH detergent
compartment. Select clean washer cycle
as described previously in Inside Routine
Cleaning (Preventative).
Upon cycle completion inspect the interior
of the washer to see if the odor/residue
has been eliminated. If any additional
cleaning is required, repeat the above
procedure. This may take several cycles
depending on the severity of the odor/
residue. You may observe some remaining
discoloration due to the long term effects
of this residue.
For especially contaminated areas visible
inside the drum (including the front rubber
seal), these areas might be more effectively
cleaned by spraying a bleach cleaner on
a scrub brush, soft sponge, or towel and
scrubbing.
If odor is still left after bleach cycle(s) and
bleach cleaner, open the detergent drawer
and pour one (1) pouch of Tide
TM
Washing
Machine Cleaner in detergent drawer.
Select clean washer cycle as above and
start the washer.
Immediately follow up with a rinse
& spin cycle. Select max spin
with no detergent or bleach to
help clear any residual bleach left
after the clean washer cycle.
For best results
Three Compartment Preventative Cleaning
IMPORTANT
Always wear rubber or latex gloves and
protect floor and clothing from damage.
IMPORTANT
See
Inside Routine Cleaning (Preventa-
tive)
for future cleaning maintenance
which is necessary to avoid repeating
issues.
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.
These mixtures can produce dangerous
fumes which can cause serious injury or
death.
Adaptive Dispenser™
Preventative Cleaning
Tide is a trademark of The Procter & Gamble Company, Cincinnati, Ohio.
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Care & Cleaning
RV
ANTIFREEZE
Follow WINTERIZING
INSTRUCTIONS for
cold weather storage
and care.
• 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.
• When cleaning chrome parts, it is best
to use only a damp cloth.
• Before moving the washer, place a strip
of cardboard or thin fiberboard under
the front leveling legs to prevent damage
to the floor.
1. Turn off water supply faucets.
2. Disconnect hoses from water supply
and drain water from hoses. Vacuum
out each water supply inlet with a
waterproof utility vac to ensure water
valves are completely drained. Dam-
age will occur if water in water inlet
valves are allowed to freeze.
3. Plug electrical cord into a properly
grounded electrical outlet.
4. Add 1 gallon (3.8 L) nontoxic recre-
ational vehicle (RV) antifreeze to empty
wash drum. Close door.
5. Select any cycle. Press start/pause
and let the washer drain for 1 minute
to drain out all the water. Not all of the
RV antifreeze will be expelled.
6. Press cancel, unplug electrical power
cord, dry off drum interior and close
door.
7. Remove dispenser drawer. Drain any
water in compartments and dry com-
partments. Replace drawer.
8. Store washer in an upright position.
9. To remove antifreeze from washer
after storage, run empty washer
through a complete cycle using
detergent. DO NOT add wash load.
Outside Routine
Cleaning
Winterizing Instructions
IMPORTANT
If the washer is stored in an area where
freezing can occur or moved in freezing
temperatures, follow these winterizing
instructions to prevent damage to the
washer:
IMPORTANT
DO NOT store or place laundry products
on top of washer at any time. They can
damage the finish or controls. It is rec-
ommended to keep laundry products
in the storage drawer between cycles if
installed on a pedestal.
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Rubber Washers
Must Be Present
Replace Hoses Every 5 Years
Care & Cleaning
1. Turn off the water supply to washer
to avoid water leaks due to water
pressure surges and unforeseen
occurrences in the water supply.
2. Disconnect or unplug the electrical
power to the washer.
3. Remove excess water from the
dispenser, interior door and tub and
perform the Care and Cleaning steps.
1. Review the Installation Instructions
provided with the washer to ensure
the appliance is level and the water
and electrical power supply is properly
connected.
2. Ensure the water lines are flushed of
debris, prior to connecting the water
lines to the washer inlet.
3. Check for water leaks and replace
supply hoses if needed.
Instructions for Limited
Use, Vacation, and Away
from Home
Reconnecting Water
Supply and Electrical
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 Instructions for
proper installation. DO NOT overtighten or
cross thread the fittings. DO NOT allow the
hose to rub against sharp objects. Always
ensure the hose fitting rubber gasket is
installed and free from water leaks when
water pressure is applied.
Grounding type wall receptacle
Power cord with
3-prong grounded plug
Do not, under
any circumstances,
cut, remove,
or bypass the
grounding prong.
CAUTION
Your washer should be operated ONLY
when you are home. Water leakage is a
safety issue and can cause personal in-
jury or property damage. If you are away
from home or not using your washer for
extended periods of time, follow these
steps:
IMPORTANT
When reinstalling the washer after dis-
connecting the water supply lines and
electrical power, please follow the steps
below:
WARNING
Improper grounding of the washer may
cause serious injury or death. Check with
a licensed electrician if you are in doubt
as to whether the appliance is properly
grounded.
CAUTION
Damaged or improperly installed water lines
can cause the water lines or connections
to leak. Water leakage is a safety issue
and can cause personal injury or property
damage.
See the Accessories section of the
Installation Instructions for ordering
information.
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Solutions to Common Inquiries
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. This normal sound will vary
slightly based on the water pressure in
your home.
C. DOOR LOCK Your washer is
equipped with a door lock with an
electric solenoid. There will be a
clicking sound as the washer door
is being locked or unlocked.
D. DRAIN/RECIRCULATION PUMPS
Your washer is equipped with multiple
high velocity system pumps. It is
normal to hear humming and gurgling
sounds as water is either pumped
from the washer during the drain
phase or recirculated during the
prewash and wash phases. Both
of these sounds are normal and
indicate that your pump is functioning
correctly.
E. HIGH SPEED MOTOR A power-
ful motor is used to drive the drum
to high spin speeds to extract water
from your load. You will hear a sound
associated with these higher spin
speeds. This sound is normal and will
vary slightly as the spin speed varies
with load size and cycle selected.
A
B
C
D
E
CAUTION
Abnormal, on-going sounds may be an
indication of a pending washer failure
and should be investigated by a quali-
fied technician. Refer to “Noise” section
of Service Prevention Checklist in this
manual.
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Solutions to Common Inquiries
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE
MEASURES
Blue stains • Undiluted liquid deter-
gent or fabric softener
dispensed directly on-
to fabric.
• If caused by deter-
gent, mix 1 cup (240
ml) white vinegar with
1 qt (.95 L) water in
plastic container. Soak
1 hour. Rinse.
• If caused by fabric
softener, rub stains
with bar soap. Wash.
• Avoid overfilling de-
tergent and fabric
softener compart-
ments of dispenser.
Discolor-
ation,
graying
• Not enough detergent.
• Wash water temperature
too low.
• Incorrect sorting.
• Rewash with correct
amount of detergent
and hottest water safe
for fabric.
• Add bleach safe for
fabric.
• Sort items by soil
level and color.
• Use correct amount
of detergent, hottest
water and bleach
safe for fabric.
Greasy,
oily stains
• Not enough detergent.
• Undiluted liquid fabric
softener poured directly
on fabric.
• Treat with prewash
stain remover or liquid
detergent.
• Increase detergent
and water tempera-
ture. Rewash.
• Rub fabric softener
stains with bar soap.
• Use correct amount
of detergent and
hottest water safe
for fabric.
• DO NOT pour liq-
uid fabric soften-
er directly on fabric.
See
Operating Your
Washer
.
Holes,
tears, or
snags
• Incorrect use of chlorine
bleach.
• Unfastened zippers,
hooks, buckles.
• Rips, tears and broken
threads.
• Overloading washer.
• Degradation of fabric.
• May be irreversible if
rips, tears and seams
cannot be mended.
• Never pour chlorine
bleach directly on
fabric.
• Check condition of
items before wash-
ing. See
Operating
Your Washer
, steps
2 and 5.
Lint • Incorrect sorting.
• Tissues left in pocket.
• Overloading washer.
• Not enough detergent.
• Undissolved detergent
has left a residue resem-
bling lint.
• Static cling is attract-
ing lint.
• Load washed too long.
• Reduce load size.
Rewash using cor-
rect water tempera-
ture, water level, and
amount of detergent.
• Add nonprecipitating
water conditioner to
wash water to remove
detergent residue.
• Add liquid fabric soft-
ener to final rinse.
• Dry load in dryer.
• Remove lint with lint
brush or roller.
• See
Operating Your
Washer
.
• DO NOT
overload
washer.
• Use correct temper-
ature and amount
of detergent, water
and wash time.
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.
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Solutions to Common Inquiries
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE
MEASURES
Pilling
(Fibers
ball up
and cling
to fabric.)
• Pilling is normal with
synthetic and perma-
nent press fabrics. This
is due to abrasion from
normal wear.
• Use a lint brush or
shaver to remove pills.
• Use fabric softener
in washer to lubri-
cate fibers.
• When ironing, use
spray starch or fab-
ric finish on collars
and cuffs.
• Turn items inside
out to reduce abra-
sion.
Residue
or powder
on dark
items;
Stiff, harsh
fabrics.
• Undissolved detergent.
• Some granular deter-
gents can combine with
hard water minerals to
form a residue.
• Overloading washer.
• Rewash load. • Increase water tem-
perature using hot-
test water safe for
fabric.
• DO NOT
overload
washer.
• Use liquid detergent
or nonprecipitat-
ing water condition-
er with powder de-
tergent.
Wrinkling • Overloading washer.
• Incorrect wash cycle for
wash load.
• Reduce load size.
• Rinse in cold water
with liquid fabric soft-
ener 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.
• 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 cycle.
• Use correct amount
of detergent.
• Wash synthetics
frequently using hot
or warm water.
Yellow or
brown rust
stains
• Iron or manganese in
water supply, water
pipes, or water heater.
• To restore discolored
load of whites, use
rust remover safe for
fabric.
• DO NOT use chlorine
bleach to remove rust
stains. It may intensify
discoloration.
• Use nonprecipitat-
ing water softener.
• Before washing,
run hot water for a
few minutes to clear
lines.
• Drain water heater
occasionally.
• For an ongoing
problem, install an
iron filter in your wa-
ter supply system.
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Solutions to Common Inquiries
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE
MEASURES
Residue
stain
buildup in
gasket
• Moisture in washer.
• Use of non-HE deter-
gent.
• Overdosing detergent.
• Overloading wash drum.
• Leaving a wet load set
in washer.
• Cold water washes
which may not com-
pletely dissolve and
remove detergents.
• 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 recom-
mended dosage.
• Remove wash load
immediately upon
cycle completion.
• Run dehumidifier in
laundry room.
• Avoid overfilling
detergent and fabric
softener compart-
ments of dispenser.
• Dry the inside of
washer and gasket
after every run.
Residue
stain
buildup in
dispenser
drawer or
detergent
pack not
dissolved.
• Moisture in the washer.
• Use of non-HE deter-
gent.
• Overdosing detergent.
• Adding more than two
detergent packs to
detergent pack com-
partment.
• PODS
®
option not
selected when using de-
tergent pack (on select
models).
• Remove and clean
dispenser and inserts
with combination of
¾ cup liquid chlorine
bleach and one gallon
hot water. Rinse well,
and repeat if neces-
sary. NOTE: Wear
rubber of latex gloves.
Protect floor and
clothing from bleach
damage.
• Use only HE (high
efficiency detergent)
along with recom-
mended dosage.
• Avoid overfilling
detergent and fabric
softener compart-
ments of dispenser.
• Check that PODS
®
option is selected
and detergent pack
is placed in PODS
®
dispenser compart-
ment when using
detergent pack (on
select models).
Water in
fold of
flexible
gasket
• Result of washing and
part of normal opera-
tion.
• At the end of each
wash, dry inside of
gasket fold with clean
dry towel all around
gasket.
Odor • Moisture in the washer.
• Use of non-HE deter-
gent.
• Overdosing detergent.
• Leaving a wet load
remain in washer.
• Cold water washes
which may not com-
pletely dissolve and
remove detergents.
• Perform clean
washer cycle.
• At the end of each
wash, dry inside of
gasket fold with clean,
dry towel all around
gasket.
• Use only HE (high
efficiency detergent)
along with recom-
mended dosage.
• Remove wash load
immediately upon
cycle completion.
• Pour one cup liquid
chlorine bleach in
standpipe; let remain
a day and flush with
water.
• Utilize the door
stand ventilation
feature for a few
hours after use or
whenever washer is
not in use.
PODS
®
is a registered trademark of Procter & Gamble Company, Cincinnati OH, used under license by Electrolux.
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Before Calling
OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
NOISE
Please refer to “Normal Operating Sounds” at the beginning of this section
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.
• Belt buckles and metal
fasteners are hitting wash
drum.
• Stop washer and check drum. If no
objects are found, perform cycle
with empty drum. If noise contin-
ues, item may be in pump. Call
your authorized service technician.
• To prevent unnecessary noise and
damage to drum, fasten fasteners
and turn items inside out.
Thumping sound • Heavy wash loads may
produce a thumping sound.
This is usually normal. If
sound continues, washer is
probably out of balance.
• Stop washer and redistribute wash
load.
Vibrating noise • Washer is not resting firmly
on floor.
• Shipping bolts and foam
block have not been re-
moved during installation.
• Wash load unevenly distrib-
uted in drum.
• Move washer so it rests firmly on
floor. Adjust leveling legs. See
Installation Instructions
for details.
• See
Installation Instructions
for
removing shipping bolts and foam
block.
• Stop washer and rearrange wash
load.
OPERATING
Residue left in
drum
• Heavily soiled items. • Wipe drum with a nonabrasive
household cleanser, then rinse.
Shake or brush excess dirt and
sand from items before washing.
LED displays
“
”
• Washer has been pro-
grammed to temporarily
perform a repeating demo
cycle.
• Reset the unit back to factory
default settings.
1. Press power to turn off unit.
Press power again to turn unit
on. Look for console to light up.
2. Wait at least 10 seconds, then
simultaneously press and hold
soil and options buttons for 3
secs.
3. Lights will turn OFF and ON,
indicating the unit has been reset
to factory default
Washer won’t
spin
• Load is too small. • Add 1 or 2 similar items to help
balance the load.
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 mate-
rials in this washer.
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Before Calling
OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Washer does not
start
• Electrical power cord may
not be plugged in or con-
nection may be loose.
• House fuse blown, circuit
breaker tripped, or a power
outage has occurred.
• Action of pressing start/
pause button on “touch
screen” style console not
recognized.
• Water supply faucets are not
turned on.
• Motor is overheated. Washer
motor will stop if overheated.
• Door may be open. Unit will
not operate with door open.
• Light next to start/pause
button is flashing indicating
unit is paused.
• Make sure plug fits tightly in wall
outlet.
• Reset circuit breaker or replace
fuse. DO NOT increase fuse capac-
ity. If problem is a circuit overload,
have it corrected by a qualified
electrician. If problem is a power
outage, call local electric company.
• Press start/pause button with
bare fingertip.
• Turn on water supply faucets.
• It will automatically restart after
a cool down period of up to 30
minutes (if washer has not been
manually turned off).
• Ensure door is closed.
• Press start/pause button to con-
tinue the cycle.
WATER
Water collects in
folds of the door
gasket at the
end of the cycle
• This is a result of the wash-
ing action and is part of
the normal operation of the
washer.
• Wipe and dry the gasket to remove
water and any debris remaining in
the gasket after use.
Water collects in
bleach and fab-
ric softener com-
partments
• This is a result of the siphon-
ing action and is part of
the normal operation of the
washer.
• Water may be removed by removing
the dispenser drawer (see
Care and
Cleaning
in this guide) and draining
water into the empty drum or sink.
Wash load too
wet after spin
• Washer is overloaded.
• Load is too small.
• Load is out of balance.
• Drain hose is kinked.
• DO NOT overload washer. See
Operating Your Washer.
• Add 1 or 2 similar items to help
balance load.
• Rearrange load to allow proper
spinning.
• Straighten drain hose.
Water does not
enter washer or
it enters slowly
• Water supply is not ad-
equate in area.
• Water supply faucets are not
completely open.
• Water is being used else-
where in the house. Water
pressure must be at least 30
psi (260 kPa).
• Water inlet hoses are kinked.
• Water inlet screens plugged.
• Check another faucet in the house.
Wait until water supply and pres-
sure increase.
• Fully open hot and cold faucets.
• Avoid running water elsewhere
while washer is filling.
• Straighten hoses.
• Remove hose from inlets and clean
screens.
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OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Warm or hot wa-
ter is not hot
enough
• Hot water heater is set too
low or is a distance from
washer.
• Hot water is being used
elsewhere in the house.
• 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.
• Avoid using hot water elsewhere
before or during washer use. There
may not be enough hot water avail-
able for proper cleaning. If problem
persists, your hot water system
may be unable to support more
than 1 use at a time.
Water in washer
does not drain or
drains slowly
• Drain hose is kinked or
clogged.
• Drain hose standpipe is too
tall. Maximum standpipe
height is 8’ (2.4 m).
• House drain pipes are
clogged.
• Clean and straighten the drain
hose.
• Reduce standpipe height to less
than 8’ (2.4 m). See
Installation
Instructions
.
• Unclog drain pipes. Contact
plumber if necessary.
Water leaks • Fill hose connection is loose
at faucet or washer.
• Dispenser drawer not com-
pletely closed
• Water hoses have damage,
cuts or corrosion.
• Check and tighten hose connec-
tions. Install rubber sealing washers
provided.
• Close dispenser drawer completely.
• Replace hoses.
Oversudsing • HE detergent is not being
used.
• Too much detergent.
• Run rinse cycle. Use a low-sudsing,
high efficiency detergent.
• Run rinse cycle. Use less detergent
in future loads.
Incorrect wash
and rinse tem-
peratures. The
LED display will
alert this condi-
tion with “HOSE”
alarm
• Hot and cold water hoses
are connected to wrong
supply faucets.
• Connect hot water hose to hot
water faucet and cold water hose
to cold water faucet.
Water is entering
washer but tub
does not fill
• Drain hose standpipe is too
low. Standpipe must be a
min of 23.6” (60 cm) high to
prevent siphoning.
• Increase standpipe height to at
least 23.6” (60 cm). See
Installation
Instructions
.
Before Calling
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Warranty Information
For the applicable warranty period as set forth below, as measured from your original date of pur-
chase, Electrolux will repair or replace any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in materi-
als 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. During the 2nd year from your original date of purchase, Electrolux will
pay for parts needed for this appliance that have proven to be defective in materials or work-
manship when your appliance is installed, used, and maintained in accordance with the pro-
vided instructions.
● Inner wash tub (washer) — Functional life of the product (excluding labor)
● Wash tub drive motor (washer), non-cosmetic defects — Ten years (excluding labor)
Exclusions
This warranty does not cover the following:
1. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed, altered or cannot be readily
determined.
2. Product that has been transferred from its original owner to another party or removed outside the
USA or Canada.
3. Rust on the interior or exterior of the unit.
4. Products purchased “as-is” are not covered by this warranty.
5. Products used in a commercial setting.
6. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in materials or workmanship, or for appliances
not in ordinary household use or used other than in accordance with the provided instructions.
7. Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance or to instruct you how to use your appliance.
8. Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal of trim, cupboards,
shelves, etc., which are not a part of the appliance when it is shipped from the factory.
9. Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters, water filters, other consumables,
or knobs, handles, or other cosmetic parts.
10. Pickup and delivery costs; your appliance is designed to be repaired in the home.
11. Surcharges including, but not limited to, any after hour, weekend, or holiday service calls, tolls, ferry
trip charges, or mileage expense for service calls to remote areas, including the state of Alaska.
12. Damages to the finish of appliance or home incurred during transportation or installation, including
but not limited to floors, cabinets, walls, etc.
13. Damages caused by: services performed by unauthorized service companies; use of parts other
than genuine Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service
companies; or external causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply, accidents, fires,
or acts of God.
DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES
CUSTOMER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN. CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRAN-
TIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW,
BUT NOT LESS THAN ONE YEAR. ELECTROLUX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL
OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RE-
SULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WAR-
RANTY. SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, SO THESE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WRIT-
TEN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS
THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
If You Need Service
Keep your receipt, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record to establish the warranty
period should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep
all receipts. Service under this warranty must be obtained by contacting Electrolux at the addresses
or phone numbers below.
This warranty only applies in the USA, Puerto Rico and Canada. In the USA and Puerto Rico, your
appliance is warranted by Electrolux Major Appliances North America, a division of Electrolux Home
Products, Inc. In Canada, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Canada Corp. Electrolux autho-
rizes no person to change or add to any obligations under this warranty. Obligations for service and
parts under this warranty must be performed by Electrolux or an authorized service company. Product
features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice.
USA
1-877-435-3287
Electrolux Home Products, Inc.,
North America
10200 David Taylor Drive
Charlotte, NC 28262
Canada
1-800-265-8352
Electrolux Canada Corp.
5855 Terry Fox Way
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
L5V 3E4
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