Not all cycles, options, or features listed are available on every model.
1. Door striker
ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS
Accessories
MATCHING STORAGE PEDESTAL*
White Pedestal - P/N EPWD257UIW
Titanium Pedestal - P/N EPWD257UTT
A storage pedestal accessory, specifically designed for this washer may be used to elevate the washer for ease of use. This pedestal will add about 15" (38 cm) to the height of your unit
*Other colors may be available. Contact the source where you purchased your washer.
DRYER STACKING KIT P/N STACKIT7X
Depending on the model purchased, a kit for stacking a matching dryer on top of this washer may have been included in the initial purchase of your dryer. If your model did not include a stacking kit or you desire another stacking kit, you may order one.
INLET HOSE KITS
Please call 866-233-8353 (in Canada, 800-265-8352) to explore hose kit options that will meet your specific installation needs.
DRAIN HOSE EXTENSION KIT P/N 137098000
In order to reach standpipe heights or distances beyond the reach of the drain hose supplied, order the Drain Hose Extension Kit
UNIVERSAL APPLIANCE WRENCH P/N 137019200
A Universal Appliance Wrench is available to aid in dryer/washer/pedestal feet adjustment
TOUCH UP PAINT PENS*
White - P/N 5304468812
Titanium - P/N 5304475700
*Other colors may be available. Contact the source where you purchased your washer.
Replacement parts in U.S. and Canada:
If replacements parts are needed for your dryer, you can contact the source where you purchased your dryer, call 1-877-4ELECTROLUX (1-877-435-3287) in the U.S. or 1-800-265-8352 in Canada, or visit our website, in Canada for the Electrolux Authorized Parts Distributor nearest you.
CONTROLS AND SETTINGS
Model series
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.
Settings chart - 300 series washer
These temperature, spin speeds, soil levels and options are available with the following cycles:
Settings chart - 400 series washer
These temperature, spin speeds, soil levels and options are available with the following cycles:
Settings chart - 500 series washer
These temperature, spin speeds, soil levels and options are available with the following cycles:
Settings chart - 600 series washer
These temperature, spin speeds, soil levels and options are available with the following cycles:
Cycle selection
Press the power button to turn on the unit Then, turn the cycle selector in either direction or press the cycles button (dependent on model) to scroll to the desired cycle. The indicator light for that cycle will be illuminated.
The estimated cycle time will appear on the LED display and indicator lights adjacent to the default settings (water temperature, final spin speed, and soil level) will illuminate for the cycle selected. 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.
To stop the cycle, press cancel.
NOTE: Using PODS® setting may increase fast wash time by several minutes. note
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.
NOTE Turning the cycle selector knob without canceling the cycle first, will not change the cycle.
For best results
Cycles
LOAD
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.
cool
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.
eco 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.
Soil level
Adjust the wash time based on the soil level of each load. Solid soil (on select models), heavy, normal, light and extra light (on some models) soil levels are available.
Spin speed
Max (on select models), high, medium and low (on some models) spin speeds are available for each cycle. The spin speed and/or duration of final spin vary from model to model and cycle to cycle.
Increasing the spin speed will extract more water, decrease drying time and conserve energy. Decreasing the spin speed will reduce wrinkling.
Select low spin speed (on some models) to gently spin items that should be line dried.
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.
Cycle options
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.
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.
All settings or options selected for the cycle, except sanitize (on select models), perfect steamTM (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 and accidental exposure of delicate material to excess heat or unexpected steam, the sanitize, perfect steamTM and all stain treatment options will need to be reselected each time.
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 manual 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.
StainTreatll (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 agitating 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 StainTreatll above with the added feature of detergent/treatment mixing with SmartBoost pump technology before the Stain washing phase.
perfect steam™ (on select models) Select this option to add approximately 20 minutes of tumbling in steam.
IMPORTANT
If steam is selected, rinse temperatures will be elevated.
If the wash cycle is paused or cancelled during a steam cycle, the door will remain locked until it cools. You may manually perform a rinse & spin cycle to cool the internal temperature sooner.
During a steam cycle, steam exiting from the rear vent of the washer is normal and not cause for alarm.
Wash cycle options
extra rinse (on select models)
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.
pure rinse (on select models)
Use this option to reduce detergent residues and fragrances that can irritate skin which rinses cleaner than the extra rinse cycle.
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 children. Washer cycles will not run when control lock is activated. delay time
Use delay time to delay the start of the washing cycle from 30 minutes to 12 hours.
To turn on the delay time option, press options to scroll to the delay time icon and press select. Use the cycles button (300/400 models) or turn the cycle selector (500/600 models) to select the desired delay time and press start. The delay time icon will illuminate 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.
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.
Other features
LED display
Icons may vary according to model.
The estimated total cycle time will be displayed when the cycle is selected. The time may increase if water pressure is low, oversudsing occurs or the load becomes unbalanced. The approximate time remaining will be displayed during the cycle. The eco, control lock, close door, mute (some models), and delay time will also appear on this LED display.
Eco indicator
The eco symbol will light up on the LED display to indicate that the selected combination of temperature, spin speed and options are eco friendly.
Oversuds protection
A situation where oversudsing has been detected by the washer will result in the washer requiring additional rinses until the suds have been cleared. Each extra rinse the washer performs to clear the suds will add approximately 5 minutes to the cycle duration. 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 perform rinse cycles until suds are removed.
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 seconds 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.
Trapped item detection
If an item is detected to be trapped between the door and the door gasket, the washer will pause the cycle and play an alert chime. The LED will display a loop of "CLEAr door" as shown below until the cancel button is pressed. Press the cancel button to unlock the door and remove the trapped item, then close the door and restart the cycle.
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 counterclockwise to unlock it
The stand is spring loaded and will extend. Rotate it clockwise to lock in the extended position.
To disengage the stand, rotate to unlock, push the stand in and rotate to lock position.
NOTE
If door stand will not turn to locked position, fully turn it to unlock position and try to lock again.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Operating the washer
STEPS
STEPS
Product dispenser - Adaptive Dispenser™ (400, 500, and 600 Series)
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.
Important
Open and close the dispenser drawer slowly. Closing the drawer too quickly could result in early dispensing of the bleach or fabric softener.
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:
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 manufacturer's instruction.
In a three compartment dispenser use either liquid or powder detergent DO NOT mix both.
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 compartment. 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 manufacturers 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.
Detergent pack
For 300 series models
Add detergent pack directly to the empty drum BEFORE placing laundry into the unit
DO NOT place detergent packs directly into the detergent drawer. The gel coating may cause the detergent drawer to become clogged.
For 400, 500 and 600 series models
Add the recommended quantity of high efficiency detergent packs to the detergent pack compartment in the dispenser.
DO NOT place more than two packs into the dispenser.
When using the fast wash cycle, only one detergent pack should be used.
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.
Adding other wash products
Color-safe bleach, water conditioner, detergent booster and enzyme products may be added with detergent.
Put liquid products in the Main Wash - liquid detergent compartment or powder products in the Main Wash - powder detergent compartment.
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 detergent 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 instruction for additional suggestions. important
Use of multi-product (detergent plus softener) sheets or color-absorbing sheets NOT recommended. They could disable your machine and result in unwarranted repair costs.
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.
Use of a fabric softener-dispensing ball is not recommended in front load washers.
Normal operating sounds
You may or may not hear the following
sounds from your new washer:
NORMAL OPERATING SOUNDS
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 powerful 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.
CARE AND CLEANING
inside routine cleaning (preventative)
To help prevent odors or humidity accumulation leave the door open with the door stand ventilation feature (on select models) for a few hours after use or whenever the washer is not in use.
CAUTION
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.
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.
NOTE Every 50 cycles, your washer will remind you to perform the clean washer cycle by illuminating the clean washer cycle indicator.
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™ 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.
To Clean the dispenser drawer
NOTE Detergent and fabric softener may build up in the dispenser drawer. Residue should be removed once or twice a month.
Cleaning the three compartment dispenser
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 all inserts from the drawers.
Rinse the drawer and inserts 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.
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.
Replace the insert by pressing it in place until you hear a slight click.
Return the dispenser drawer to the unit.
Cleaning the Adaptive Dispenser™
Remove the drawer by pulling the dispenser out until it stops.
Reach back into the right rear corner of the dispenser cavity and press down firmly on the lock tab. Pull out the dispenser drawer.
Remove the detergent cup and top cover from the dispenser drawer.
Remove the bottom cover from the dispenser drawer.
First, pull the two lock tabs at the rear of the dispenser drawer to unlatch the back cover.
Then, gently pull back the two clips on the front of the bottom cover to fully release it from the dispenser drawer.
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.
To clean the dispenser drawer opening, use a small brush to clean the recess. Remove all residue from the upper and lower parts of the recess.
Reassemble dispenser drawer and check to ensure that all pieces are securely in place.
Return the dispenser drawer to the unit
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™ Washing Machine Cleaner in detergent drawer. Select clean washer cycle as above and start the washer.
Three Compartment Preventative Cleaning
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.
Outside routine cleaning
When washing is completed, wipe top and sides of washer with a damp cloth.
Clean the cabinet with mild soap and water. Never use harsh, gritty or abrasive cleansers
If the cabinet becomes stained, clean with diluted chlorine bleach (1 part bleach to 8 parts water). Rinse several times with clear water.
Remove glue residue from tape or labels with a mixture of warm water and mild detergent. Or, touch residue with the sticky side of tape.
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.
IMPORTANT
DO NOT store or place laundry products on top of washer at any time. They can damage the finish or controls. It is recommended to keep laundry products in the storage drawer between cycles if installed on a pedestal.
Winterizing instructions
Turn off water supply faucets.
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. Damage will occur if water in water inlet valves are allowed to freeze.
Plug electrical cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet.
Add 1 gallon (3.8 L) nontoxic recreational vehicle (RV) antifreeze to empty wash drum. Close door.
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.
Press cancel, unplug electrical power cord, dry off drum interior and close door.
Remove dispenser drawer. Drain any water in compartments and dry compartments. Replace drawer.
Store washer in an upright position.
To remove antifreeze from washer after storage, run empty washer through a complete cycle using detergent. DO NOT add wash load.
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:
Water inlet hose inspection
Periodically inspect all water inlet hoses for water leaks, wear, cuts, corrosion and bulges. Replace all hoses, if any sign of the above is visible. All hoses should be replaced every 5 years to reduce the risk of hose failures. When replacing hoses, refer to the Installation sections of this Use & Care Manual for proper installation instructions. 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.
Instructions for limited use, vacation and away from home
Turn off the water supply to washer to avoid water leaks due to water pressure surges and unforeseen occurrences in the water supply.
Disconnect or unplug the electrical power to the washer.
Remove excess water from the dispenser, interior door and tub and perform the Care and Cleaning steps.
Reconnecting water supply and electrical important
IMPORTANT: When reinstalling the washer after disconnecting the water supply lines and electrical power, please follow the steps below:
Review the Installation section of this manual to ensure the appliance is level and the water and electrical power supply is properly connected.
Ensure the water lines are flushed of debris, prior to connecting the water lines to the washer inlet
Check for water leaks and replace supply hoses if needed.
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.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Common washing inquiries
Many washing problems involve poor soil and stain removal, residues of lint and scum, and fabric damage. For satisfactory washing results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent Association.
PROBLEM
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
SOLUTIONS
NOISE (Please refer to Normal Operating Sounds)
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 continues, 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 removed during installation.
Wash load unevenly distributed in drum.
Move washer so it rests firmly on floor. Adjust leveling legs. See Leveling the washer for details.
See Installation sections of this manual 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 "dn"
Washer has been programmed to temporarily perform a repeating demo cycle.
Reset the unit back to factory default settings.
Press power to turn off unit Press power again to turn unit on. Look for console to light up.
Wait at least 10 seconds, then simultaneously press and hold soil and options buttons for 3 secs.
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.
LED Displays “CLEAr door”
Washer has detected something trapped between the door and door gasket.
Press the cancel button to unlock the door, remove the trapped item, close the door and restart the cycle.
Washer does not start
Electrical power cord may not be plugged in or connection 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 capacity. 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 continue the cycle.
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.
Wipe and dry the gasket to remove water and any debris remaining in the gasket after use.
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.
Water may be removed by removing the dispenser drawer (see Care and Cleaning in this manual) 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 adequate in area.
Water supply faucets are not completely open.
Water is being used elsewhere 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 pressure increase.
Fully open hot and cold faucets.
Avoid running water elsewhere while washer is filling.
Straighten hoses.
Remove hose from inlets and clean screens.
Warm or hot water 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 available 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 sections of this manual.
Unclog drain pipes. Contact plumber if necessary.
Water leaks
Fill hose connection is loose at faucet or washer.
Dispenser drawer not completely closed
Water hoses have damage, cuts or corrosion.
Check and tighten hose connections. 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 temperatures. The LED display will alert this condition 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 sections of this manual.
#1 Can I open the door to add more laundry after starting the wash cycle?
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 the cycle.
#2 What is the total height when stacked with the stacking kit?
Each Machine is 38 inches long when stacked it will go up to 76 inches, please allow another 1/2 inch for stacking kit, total Height needed 76.5 inches min
Electrolux
Owner manual PDF of Electrolux ELFW7537AT 4.5 Cu. Ft. 500 Series Front Load Washer.
perfect steam™ (on select models) Select this option to add approximately 20 minutes of tumbling in steam.
to delay the start of the washing cycle from 30 minutes to 12 hours.
