EN FRONT LOAD WASHER
FR LAVEUSE Á CHARGEMENT FRONTAL
ES LAVADORA DE CARGA FRONTAL
USE & CARE GUIDE
GUIDE D’UTILISATION ET D’ENTRETIEN
GUÍA DE USO Y CUIDADO
A16331601 July 2019
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Important Safety Information
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Table of contents
Electrolux serial number
Electrolux model number
Important Safety Information .................2
Features ...............................................6
Pre-Installation Requirements ...............7
Installation ..........................................11
Controls and Settings .........................18
Operating Instructions ........................28
Normal Operating Sounds ..................33
Stain Removal Guide ..........................34
Care and Cleaning .............................. 36
Troubleshooting .................................. 41
Limited Warranty ................................47
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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WARNING
For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of
fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life. Do not
store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
Purchase date
Keep a record for quick
reference
Questions?
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WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Important safety instructions
Important Safety Information
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
Information and warnings could result in property damage, serious personal injury, or death.
IMPORTANT
Indicates installation, operation, or
maintenance information which is
important but not hazard-related.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially
hazardous 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
solvents, 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
accumulated 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
rubber or plastic parts of the washer.
• 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.
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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Important Safety Information
Protect children
• DO NOT allow children to play on or
in the washer. Close supervision of
children is necessary when the washer
is used near children. As children grow,
teach them the proper, safe use of all
appliances.
• Destroy the carton, plastic bag and
other packing materials after the washer
is unpacked. Children might use them
for play. Cartons covered with rugs,
bedspreads or plastic sheets can
become airtight compartments.
• Keep laundry products out of children’s
reach. To prevent personal injury,
observe 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.
Risk of child entrapment
Child entrapment and suffocation are not
problems of the past. Junked or abandoned
washers and dryers are still dangerous –
even if they will sit for “just a few days”. If
you are getting rid of your old washer or
dryer, please follow the instructions below to
help prevent accidents.
We strongly encourage responsible
appliance recycling/disposal methods.
Contact your State/Provence Energy
Office, Local Electric and Water Utilities or
Conservation Program Office or visit
www.energystar.gov/recycle for more
information on recycling your old washer
or dryer.
Before you throw away your old
washer or dryer:
• Remove doors
• Remove the electric power cord
• Secure all hoses and drain pipes to
prevent water from leaking out and
creating a slip hazard.
Prevent injury
• To prevent shock hazard and assure
stability during operation, the washer
must be installed and electrically
grounded by a qualified service person
in accordance with local codes.
Installation instructions are packed in
the washer for installer’s reference. Refer
to
the
Installation sections of this guide
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.
• 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.
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.
for detailed grounding procedures. If the
washer is moved to a new location, 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
adaptor plug.
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Important Safety Information
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
recommended 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
electrical overload protector. The motor
will stop if it becomes overheated.
• Failure to comply with these warnings
could result in serious personal injuries.
WARNING
HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD
DO NOT use or mix liquid chlorine bleach
with other household chemicals such
as toilet cleaners, rust removers, acids
such as vinegar, or products containing
ammonia. These mixtures can produce
dangerous fumes which can cause
serious injury or death.
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.
Not all cycles, options, or features listed are available on every model.
Model series ....................................18
Settings chart - 300 series washer ..19
Settings chart - 400 series washer ..20
Settings chart - 500 series washer ..21
Settings chart - 600 series washer ..22
Cycle selection ................................23
Cycle settings .................................. 23
Cycle options ..................................25
Other features ................................26
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Pre-Installation Requirements
Tools and materials needed for installation:
Adjustable
pliers
Adjustable
wrench
OR OR AND AND
Carpenter’s level
Ratchet and
socket set
3/8" or
10 mm
box wrench
Shipping Hardware
Foam shipping support (under wash
tub) removed and stored
Shipping bolts and spacers removed
from rear of appliance and stored
Hole plugs (shipped in bag in drum)
installed in holes in backsheet
Leveling
Washer is level, side-to-side and
front-to-back
Cabinet is sitting solid on all corners
Water Supply
Use only new hoses and verify
rubber sealing washers are installed
HOT supply is connected to HOT
inlet and COLD supply is connected
to COLD inlet
HOT and COLD water supply
turned on
No leaks present at water supply
connections or appliance inlet
connections - recheck in 24 hours
Drain
Stand pipe or wall drain height
minimum 24”
Verify anti-siphon disc is attached
toward end of drain hose
Drain hose secured in place with
cable tie (shipped in drum)
Door Reversal
Follow detailed instructions in
this guide
Test hinge and latch for function
Electrical Power
House power turned on
Washer plugged in
Final Checks
Installation instructions and Use
& Care Guide read thoroughly
Door locks and water enters drum
when cycle starts
Registration card sent in
Inlet
Hose
(x2)
NOTE
Hoses are not included with washer purchase.
Electrical system requirements
CIRCUIT - Individual, properly polarized
and grounded 15 amp. branch circuit
fused with 15 amp. time delay fuse or
circuit breaker.
POWER SUPPLY - 2 wire, with ground,
120 volt single phase, 60 Hz, Alternating
Current.
OUTLET RECEPTACLE - Properly
grounded 3-prong receptacle to be
located so the power supply cord is
accessible when the washer is in an
installed position.
Installation Checklist
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Pre-Installation Requirements
Water supply
requirements
Grounding requirements
Drain system
requirements
Grounding type wall receptacle
Power cord with
3-prong grounded plug
Do not, under
any circumstances,
cut, remove,
or bypass the
grounding prong.
1. The washer MUST be grounded.
In the event of malfunction or
breakdown, grounding will reduce the
risk of electrical shock by a path of
least resistance for electrical current.
2. Since your washer is equipped with
a power supply cord having an
equipment-grounding conductor and
a grounding plug, the plug MUST be
plugged into an appropriate, copper
wired receptacle that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances
or in the absence of local codes, with
the National Electrical Codes, ANSI/
NFPA 70 (latest edition), or in Canada,
the Canadian electrical code C22.1
part 1. If in doubt, call a licensed
electrician. DO NOT cut off or alter the
grounding prong on the power supply
cord. In situations where a two-slot
receptacle is present, it is the owner’s
responsibility to have a licensed
electrician replace it with a properly
grounded three prong grounding type
receptacle.
Hot and cold water faucets MUST be
installed within hose length of your
washer’s water inlet. The faucets MUST be
3/4 inch (1.9 cm) with threading for laundry
hose connection. Water pressure MUST
be between 20 and 120 psi. Pressure
difference between hot and cold cannot be
more than 10 psi. Your water department
can advise you of your water pressure.
1. Drain capable of eliminating 17 gals
(64.3 L) per minute.
2. A standpipe diameter of 1-1/4 in.
(3.18 cm) minimum.
3. The standpipe height above the floor :
Minimum height: 24 in. (61 cm)
Maximum height: 96 in. (244 cm).
NOTE
Because of potentially inconsistent
voltage capabilities, the use of this
washer with power created by gas
powered generators, solar powered
generators, wind powered generators or
any other generator other than the local
utility company is not recommended.
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Improper connection of the equipment
grounding conductor can result in a
risk of electrical shock. Check with a
licensed electrician if you are in doubt
as to whether the appliance is properly
grounded.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
Certain internal parts are intentionally
not grounded and may present a risk
of electrical shock if contacted during
installation. Do not contact the following
parts while the appliance is energized
• Pump
• Drive motor
• Electrical control boards
• Water valves
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Pre-Installation Requirements
MINIMUM INSTALLATION CLEARANCES -
Inches (cm)
SIDES REAR TOP FRONT
Alcove 0” (0 cm) 0” (0 cm) 0” (0 cm) n/a
Under-
Counter
0” (0 cm) 0” (0 cm) 0” (0 cm) n/a
Closet 0” (0 cm) 0” (0 cm) 0” (0 cm) 1” (2.5 cm)
0"
(0 cm)
0"
(0 cm)
Installation in a recess
or closet
If washer and dryer are installed in the
same closet, door ventilation is required: A
minimum of 120 square inches (774.2 cm²)
of opening, equally divided at the top and
bottom of the door, is required. Louvered
openings should be located 3 inches
(7.6 cm) from bottom and top of door. Air
openings are required to be unobstructed
when a door is installed. A louvered door
with equivalent air openings for the full
length of the door is acceptable.
60 sq. in.
(387.1cm²)
3"
(7.6cm)
60 sq. in.
(387.1cm²)
3"
(7.6cm)
closet door
1"
(2.5 cm)
0"
(0 cm)
NOTE
Drain hose length is 59 in. (150 cm). For
installations requiring a longer drain hose,
use hose P/N 137098000, available from
an authorized parts distributor.
Clearance requirements
IMPORTANT
DO NOT INSTALL YOUR WASHER:
1. In an area exposed to dripping water
or outside weather conditions.
2. In an area where gasoline or other
flammables are kept or stored.
3. On carpet. Floor MUST be solid with
a maximum slope of 1 inch (2.5 cm).
To minimize vibration or movement,
reinforcement of the floor may be
necessary.
4. On top of another washer or on top
of a dryer. Do not stack a dryer on
top of washer already installed on
pedestal.
96"
(244 cm)
max.
24"
(61 cm)
min.
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Pre-Installation Requirements
Washer dimensions
*
Connection of water inlet hose on steam dryer adds 3/4 in. (2 cm) to installation depth.
1
Power supply cord length on washer approximately 60 inches (152.5 cm).
2
Drain hose length on washer approximately 59 inches (150 cm).
3
Power supply cord length on gas dryer or electric Canadian dryer approximately 60
inches (152.5 cm).
water supply
connection on
rear of unit
electrical
supply on
rear of unit
3
gas supply
pipe on rear
of gas unit
centerline
height for
rear vent
53.5"
(136 cm)*
to clear open door
32" (81.25 cm)*
to front of closed door
75.75"
(192.5 cm)
41.0"
(105 cm)
39.0"
(99 cm)
27.0"
(68.5 cm)
water supply
connection
on rear
of unit
drain
hose on
rear of
unit
2
drain hose on
rear of unit
3
power
cord on
rear of
unit
1
power
cord
on rear
of unit
1
floor line
floor line
floor line
freestand washer
on floor
washer mounted on
optional pedestal
38.0"
(96.5 cm)
approved
stacking kit
(STACKIT7X)
required for
stacked
installation
53.5" (136 cm)*
to clear open door
32" (81.25 cm)*
to front of closed door
53.25"
(135.5 cm)
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Installation
Unpacking the washer
CAUTION
EXCESSIVE WEIGHT HAZARD
To avoid back or other injury, have more
than one person move or lift the washer.
IMPORTANT
Save styrofoam base and shipping plug
for use to help prevent washer damage
during any future moves.
IMPORTANT
DO NOT tip washer upside down onto its
top or onto its right side for any reason.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
Certain internal parts are intentionally
not grounded and may present a risk
of electrical shock if contacted during
installation.
Do not contact the following parts while
the appliance is energized
• Pump
• Drive motor
• Electrical control boards
• Water valves
1. Temporarily
remove door
tape.
2. Open washer
door and
remove
everything from
the drum.
3. Close door and
reapply door
tape.
4. Using a rug,
blanket or piece
of cardboard to
protect the floor,
carefully lay the
washer on its
back.
5. Remove styrofoam base and shipping
plug and set them aside.
6. Carefully
return the
washer to
an upright
position.
WARNING
SUFFOCATION HAZARD
Dispose of the carton and plastic bags after
the washer is unpacked. Children might use
them for play. Cartons covered with rugs,
bedspreads, or plastic sheets can become
airtight chambers causing suffocation. Place
all materials in a garbage container or make
materials inaccessible to children.
IMPORTANT
DO NOT place the washer onto its back
without the shipping bolts.
7. Carefully move the washer to within 4
feet (1 m) of its final location.
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Installation
HOT Water Hose
CALIENTE
CHAUDE
COLD Water Hose
FRIA
FROIDE
x7
Removing shipping hardware
Installing hole plugs
For 300 Series:
Remove all of the following:
4 SHIMS
4 BLACK SPACERS
3 P CLAMPS
4 BOLTS
For 400, 500, and 600 Series:
Remove all of the following:
4 P CLAMPS
1 SHIPPING FORK*
5 SHIMS
4 BLACK SPACERS
1 WHITE SPACER*
5 BOLTS
HOT Water Hose
CALIENTE
CHAUDE
COLD Water Hose
FRIA
FROIDE
*
*
IMPORTANT
Failure to remove shipping hardware completely could result in damage to the
appliance, damage to your home, or unexpected washing results.
Save all shipping bolts and spacers for future use. If the washer is to be transported at a
later date, the shipping hardware must be reinstalled to help prevent shipping damage
NOTE
Rubber expansion material on spacers may need time to relax before they can be easily
pulled through shipping hole.
Locate hole plugs in the small bag
supplied with washer instruction guides.
Insert them in the holes in the washer back
panel where the shipping hardware has
been removed.
* on select models
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Rubber Washers
Must Be Present
USE ONLY
NEW HOSES
Leveling the washer
Connecting the water
1. Run some water
from the hot and
cold faucets to flush
the water lines and
remove particles that
might clog the water
valve screens and
to determine which
faucet is hot and
which is cold supply.
2. Check to ensure
that the inlet
hoses have the
rubber washer
firmly in place.
Installation
NOTE
Hoses are not included with washer pur-
chase.
NOTE
For pedestal installations, see additional
installation instructions included with the
pedestal.
3. Connect the
HOT inlet hose
to the HOT
inlet connection
on the washer
and the COLD
inlet hose to
the COLD inlet
connection on
the washer.
Excessive noise and vibration can be
prevented by properly leveling the washer.
1. For free standing
installation and
with the washer
within 4 feet
(1 m) of its final
location, place
a level on top of
the washer.
2. Use an
adjustable
wrench to adjust
the leveling
legs so the
washer is level
front-to-rear and
side-to-side, and
stable corner-
to-corner.
3. Press down
on alternate
corners and
sides and feel
for the slightest
movement.
Adjust the appropriate leg(s) so the
washer sits solidly on the floor on
ALL four legs. Keep the leveling leg
extension at a minimum for best
performance of the washer.
5. Connect the HOT
inlet hose to the
HOT water supply
and the COLD inlet
hose to the COLD
water supply.
Cold Hot
Cold inlet shown
on left side (select
models only)
4. Tighten by hand
until snug. Then
tighten each
supply connection
another 2/3 turn
with pliers.
Do not cross thread or over-
tighten these connections.
IMPORTANT
The cold water inlet will have a blue cap
cover on the inlet connection and the
hot water inlet will have a red cap cover
on the inlet connection. Additionally,
depending on the model, the hot and
cold inlet connections will be marked
with either an adhesive label or markings
directly on the unit to indicate which side
is cold and which side is hot.
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6. Tighten by
hand until snug.
Then tighten
each supply
connection
another 2/3
turn with pliers. Do not bend, kink or
pinch water inlet hoses.
7. Turn on the water
and check for
leaks.
Anti-Siphon
Disc
1. Verify the anti-
siphon disc is
in place.
Connecting the drain
1. Plug the power cord into a grounded
outlet.
2. Turn on the power at a circuit breaker/
fuse box.
3. Carefully slide the washer to its final
position. Recheck for level and rock
corners for stability.
See Leveling the
washer.
Remove and discard door
tape.
4. Run the washer through a complete
cycle, checking for water leaks and
proper operation.
5. If you have any questions during
initial operation, please review the
“Troubleshooting” section before
calling for service.
6. Place these instructions in a location
near the washer for future reference.
Installation
Insert Less
Than 8.5"
(21.5 cm)
Cable Tie
NOTE
The standpipe inside diameter must be
1-1/4” (3.2 cm) minimum. There must be
an air gap around the drain hose in the
standpipe. A snug hose fit can cause a
siphoning action.
NOTE
A wiring diagram and technical data
sheet are located under the washer top
panel, on top of the detergent dispenser
housing.
IMPORTANT
Check to ensure the power is off at a
circuit breaker/fuse box before plugging
the power cord into an outlet.
2. Form a “U”
shape on the
end of the drain
hose with the
hose pointed
toward the
drain. Place
the formed end in a laundry tub or a
standpipe and secure the drain hose
with the cable tie (provided in the
enclosure package) to the standpipe,
inlet hose, laundry tub, etc. so the
hose does not pull out from the force
of the water.
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Improper connection of the equipment
grounding conductor can cause an elec-
trical shock that may result in serious inju-
ry or death. Check with a licensed electri-
cian if you are in doubt as to whether the
appliance is properly grounded.
See
Electrical System Requirements
and
Grounding Requirements
sections of this
instruction for additional information.
Completing the
installation
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Installation
Removing door assembly
1. Completely open the door to expose
all four hinge screws.
2. Remove all four hinge screws with #2
square bit driver. Save for reinstalling
later.
3. Hold the door with one hand
supporting the handle area and one
hand supporting the hinge. While
supporting the door at the hinge, press
firmly with the other hand until the
locating pins on the back of the hinge
plate dislocate from the front panel.
4. While supporting the door with one
hand, pinch the tabs to release the
plastic terminal cap from the hinge
plate.
5. Set the door face down on a flat
surface protected by soft cloth or
towel.
x4
Fine Thread
Plastic knife
Screwdriver
with #2
square bit
Tools needed for reversal:
NOTE
Door reversibility is available only on 400, 500, or 600 series models.
IMPORTANT
BEFORE YOU REVERSE WASHER DOOR:
1. Be sure you have adequate swing area before
reversing door.
2. Gather your tools - including a screw driver with a
#2 square bit and plastic knife (or small, flat prying
tool that won’t damage paint).
3. Protect flat work surface, such as top of washer
or floor near washer, with a soft cloth or towel.
4. Be sure washer is unplugged from power source!
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Failure to disconnect power source before servicing could result in personal injury or
even death.
IMPORTANT
Take care not to pull the door away from
the washer until you remove the wiring
harness terminal cap.
Reversing the door
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Installation
2
1
180
Reinstalling door lock and hole
cover
1. Move the plastic cover to the other side
of the front panel. Position the cover so
the “hook” is at the bottom. Insert hook
into lower slot, slide the cover down,
and press upper retention tabs into
opening until they snap into place.
2
1
2. Insert wiring harness into door lock.
3. Insert door lock into front panel and
reinstall door lock screws.
Reversing door assembly
1. Locate nine screws on inner door
ring. Remove each and save for
reinstallation later. Remove inner door
(with hinge) and carefully set aside.
2. Lift door glass slightly and rotate 180
degrees, setting it back onto outer door.
Removing door lock and
plastic hole cover
1. Locate and remove both screws from
door lock. Save screws for later.
2. Rotate the lock as you pull it out
through the front panel. Take care not
to pull too hard or too far as the lock
is still attached to the wiring harness.
3. Disconnect the wiring harness
terminal from the door lock. Set the
door lock aside for reinstallation later.
4. Pry the bottom of the plastic hole
cover upward to release it from the
front panel. You may have to use a
non-scratching plastic knife if you are
unable to release it manually. Then,
slide the cover down slightly and
remove it from the front panel.
1
2
Coarse
Thread
2
1
x2
Coarse
Thread
6. Release wiring harness from retainer
on plastic terminal cap. Then release
terminal from terminal cap. Save the
cap to reinstall later.
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Installation
Fine Thread
x4
2
1
3
4
Connect to Notches
3. Make sure the alignment tabs reengage.
Reinstalling door assembly
1. Insert the wiring harness terminal
into the terminal cap and wrap the
harness into the harness retainer.
Verify reversed door operation
1. Test door for free, smooth swinging
operation and secure latching when
closed.
2. Verify inner door glass is in the correct
orientation with the “scoop” at the
bottom.
2. Slide terminal cap onto back of hinge
plate until tabs snap into place.
3. Insert hinge locating pins into the hole
that were previously covered by the
plastic hole cover. Press on the face
of the hinge to snap the other locating
pins into place.
4. Reinstall all four screws removed
earlier - two front screws first, then
two side screws.
3. Plug in washer and close the door.
Test correct door lock operation by
starting a test cycle: lock should
engage, and door should not be able
to be opened until cycle is paused or
canceled.
4. Reattach the inner door
to the outer door using
the nine screws removed
earlier. See illustration,
Step 1.
5. Check to verify that the
scoop (wider section) of
the door glass is situated
at the BOTTOM of the
door.
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Controls and Settings
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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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
control lock
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
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
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
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.
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Controls and Settings
Cycle selection
Press the power button to turn on the
unit. Then, turn the cycle selector in
either direction or press the cycles button
(dependent on model) to scroll to the
desired cycle. The indicator light for that
cycle will be illuminated.
The estimated cycle time will appear
on the LED display and indicator lights
adjacent to the default settings (water
temperature, final spin speed, and soil
level) will illuminate for the cycle selected.
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
temperature 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 ensure
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
designed 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 re-
main locked until it cools. You may man-
ually 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 optio ns 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 settings or options,
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 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 StainTreatII above with the
added feature of detergent/treatment
mixing with SmartBoost pump technology
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
material 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 children. Washer cycles will not run
when control lock is activated.
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
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. 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.
PODS
®
is a registered trademark of Procter & Gamble Company, Cincinnati OH, used under license by Electrolux.
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. 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 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.
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
sections of this guide.
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
position, 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 perform rinse
cycles until suds are removed.
(60 sec loop)
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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
repellent 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 ti
ghtly packed. The
door should close easily.
DO NOT overload the
washer.
DO NOT WASH: Water
resistant 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 the washer
WARNING
RISK OF INJURY
DO NOT wash water resistant and water
repellent clothing or other materials.
Failure to follow these instructions may
result in an abnormal vibrating and 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
treatment, fabric softener, etc).
Follow manufacturer’s
instructions and
recommendations when
using wash products.
Open and close the
dispenser 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
instructions 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 mea-
sure, the door will auto-
matically 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
gasket, the lock will not
release.
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
directed 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
manufacturer’s 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
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.
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
softener) 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
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
To prevent fabric damage, DO NOT
overfill 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
coating 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
Fabric 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 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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Normal Operating Sounds
Normal operating
sounds
You may or may not hear the following
sounds from your new washer:
A. DRAIN HOSE The washer has a
flexible drain hose to carry water from
the washer to the stand pipe of your
home. You will hear water flowing into
your stand pipe. This is a normal part
of the operation of the washer.
B. WATER VALVES/DISPENSER As
water enters the dispenser system,
it is common to hear a water flowing
sound. 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 qualified
technician. Refer to
NOISE
section of the
Troubleshooting section of this manual.
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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
products, 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.
Saturate with prewash stain remover or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid.
Baby formula, dairy
products, egg
Use product containing enzymes to pretreat or soak stains. Soak
for 30 minutes or more. Wash.
Beverages (coffee,
tea, soda, juice, 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
paper towels frequently. Treat remaining stain with prewash
stain remover 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
enzymes. 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
enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Grease, oil, tar
(butter, fats, salad
dressing, 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
nonflammable 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,
replacing 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
using non chlorine bleach in hottest water safe for fabric.
Rust, brown or
yellow discoloration
Use rust remover safe for fabric. DO NOT use chlorine bleach
because 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 fabric safe bleach.
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 and Cleaning
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.
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.
37
Care and Cleaning
4. 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.
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
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
opening, 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 and 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
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 and 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.
Damage 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
recreational 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
compartments. 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
recommended 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 and 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 Instruction”
section of this guide 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 sections of this
Use & Care guide for proper installation
instructions. DO NOT overtighten or cross
thread the fittings. DO NOT allow the
hose to rub against sharp objects. 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.
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Troubleshooting
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE
MEASURES
Blue stains • Undiluted liquid
detergent or fabric
softener dispensed
directly onto fabric.
• If caused by detergent,
mix 1 cup (240 ml)
white vinegar with 1 qt
(.95 L) water in plastic
container. Soak 1 hour.
Rinse.
• If caused by fabric
softener, rub stains with
bar soap. Wash.
• Avoid overfilling
detergent and
fabric softener
compartments of
dispenser.
Discoloration,
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 temperature.
Rewash.
• Rub fabric softener
stains with bar soap.
• Use correct amount
of detergent and
hottest water safe
for fabric.
• DO NOT pour liquid
fabric softener
directly on fabric.
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
washing.
Lint • Incorrect sorting.
• Tissues left in pocket.
• Overloading washer.
• Not enough detergent.
• Undissolved detergent
has left a residue
resembling lint.
• Static cling is attracting
lint.
• Load washed too long.
• Reduce load size.
Rewash using correct
water temperature,
water level, and
amount of detergent.
• Add nonprecipitating
water conditioner to
wash water to remove
detergent residue.
• Add liquid fabric
softener to final rinse.
• Dry load in dryer.
• Remove lint with lint
brush or roller.
• See
Operating Your
Washer
.
• DO NOT overload
washer.
• Use correct
temperature
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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Troubleshooting
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE
MEASURES
Pilling
(Fibers
ball up
and cling to
fabric.)
• Pilling is normal
with synthetic and
permanent press
fabrics. This is due to
abrasion from normal
wear.
• Use a lint brush or
shaver to remove pills.
• Use fabric softener
in washer to
lubricate fibers.
• When ironing,
use spray starch
or fabric finish on
collars and cuffs.
• Turn items inside
out to reduce
abrasion.
Residue or
powder on
dark items;
Stiff, harsh
fabrics.
• Undissolved detergent.
• Some granular
detergents can
combine with hard
water minerals to form
a residue.
• Overloading washer.
• Rewash load. • Increase water
temperature using
hottest water safe
for fabric.
• DO NOT overload
washer.
• Use liquid detergent
or nonprecipitating
water conditioner
with powder
detergent.
Wrinkling • Overloading washer.
• Incorrect wash cycle
for wash load.
• Reduce load size.
• Rinse in cold water with
liquid fabric softener
using the casual or
delicate cycle.
• DO NOT overload
washer.
• Remove items from
washer as soon as
cycle is completed.
• Use liquid fabric
softener.
Yellow buildup
of body soil
on synthetic
fabrics
• Agitation time too
short.
• 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 nonprecipitating
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 water supply
system.
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Troubleshooting
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE
MEASURES
Residue stain
buildup in
gasket
• Moisture in washer.
• Use of non-HE
detergent.
• Overdosing detergent.
• Overloading wash
drum.
• Leaving a wet load set
in washer.
• Cold water washes
which may not
completely 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
recommended dosage.
• Remove wash load
immediately upon cycle
completion.
• Run dehumidifier in
laundry room.
• Avoid overfilling
detergent and
fabric softener
compartments 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
detergent.
• Overdosing detergent.
• Adding more than
two detergent packs
to detergent pack
compartment.
• PODS
®
option not
selected when using
detergent 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 necessary.
NOTE: Wear rubber of
latex gloves. Protect
floor and clothing from
bleach damage.
• Use only HE
(high efficiency
detergent) along with
recommended dosage.
• Avoid overfilling
detergent and
fabric softener
compartments of
dispenser.
• Check that PODS
®
option is selected
and detergent
pack is placed in
PODS
®
dispenser
compartment when
using detergent
pack (on select
models).
Water in fold
of flexible
gasket
• Result of washing
and part of normal
operation.
• 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
detergent.
• Overdosing detergent.
• Leaving a wet load
remain in washer.
• Cold water washes
which may not
completely 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
recommended 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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Troubleshooting
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 re-
moved during installation.
• Wash load unevenly distrib-
uted in drum.
• Move washer so it rests firmly on
floor. Adjust leveling legs. See
Leveling the washer
for details.
• See Installation
sections of this
guide 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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Troubleshooting
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS
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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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS
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 wash-
er 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 guide.
• 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
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 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
sections of this guide.
Troubleshooting
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Limited Warranty
For the applicable warranty period as set forth below, as measured from your original date of
purchase, Electrolux will repair or replace any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in
materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used and maintained in accordance with
the provided instructions.
Warranty Periods:
• All parts — One year including labor. In addition, your appliance is covered by a one year, parts
only, limited warranty. 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 workmanship
when your appliance is installed, used, and maintained in accordance with the provided
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
WARRANTIES, 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 RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED
WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY. 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 WRITTEN 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
authorizes 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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