All about the Use & Care of your Washer TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S Important Safety Instructions ........................... 2-4 Warranty ......................................................... 14 Operating Instructions ................................... 5-11 Français........................................................... 15 Care and Cleaning ............................................ 12 Español ........................................................... 29 Avoid Service .................
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Product Record WARNING Please read all instructions before using this washer. Record Your Model and Serial Numbers The model and serial numbers of your washer are found on the serial plate located at the back of the tub opening under the washer lid. Record and retain these numbers.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons when using this washer, comply with the basic warnings listed below. Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PREVENT INJURY PREVENT INJURY AND DAMAGE TO THE APPLIANCE • To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during operation, the washer must be installed and electrically grounded by a qualified service person in accordance with local codes. Installation instructions are packed in the washer for installer’s reference. Refer to INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for detailed grounding procedures.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Washing Procedures • Place delicate and small items such as bras, hosiery and baby socks in a mesh bag. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons, read these IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS in this Use and Care Guide before operating your washer. 1 Sort laundry into loads that can be washed together. (Mesh bag not included.) WHITES Pretreat stains and heavy soil. • See Stain Removal Guide in this guide for safe, successful stain removal instructions.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Washing Procedures, continued 6 Add laundry load to washer. • For best washing performance, dry load level should not be higher than the upper row of holes in the wash tub. Do not overload the washer. 8 Select the appropriate cycle and settings for the load. • See washer Operating Instructions on following pages. 9 Start the cycle. • Close the washer lid. The washer will not operate with the lid open. • Turn the cycle selector knob or turn any option knob to “wake” the washer.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS This manual covers many models and not all cycles, options, or features listed are available on every model. Console shown above for reference only. Your model may differ. Cycle Selection Turn the cycle selector in either direction to the cycle desired. For best results Follow the fabric care label instructions on items to be washed. Once a cycle is running, turning the selector knob to another selection will not change the cycle.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Cycle Settings For best results Follow the fabric care label instructions on items to be washed. Select appropriate wash water temperature and options most suitable for each load. Make selections according to fiber content, colorfastness and soil level. The settings can be changed before the cycle is started. If changes are attempted after the cycle starts, the lights will flash and a signal will beep, but the cycle will continue.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Safe Stain Removal Procedures To reduce the risk of fire or serious injury to persons or property, comply with the basic warnings listed below: • Read and comply with all instructions on stain removal products. • Keep stain removal products in their original labeled containers and out of children’s reach. WARNING HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD Do not use or mix liquid chlorine bleach with other household chemicals such as toilet cleaners, rust removers, acid or products containing ammonia.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Stain Removal Suggestions STAIN TREATMENT Adhesive tape, chewing gum, rubber cement Apply ice. Scrape off excess. Place stain face down on paper towels. Saturate with prewash stain remover or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid. Baby formula, dairy products, egg Use product containing enzymes to pretreat or soak stains. Soak for 30 minutes or more. Wash. Beverages (coffee, tea, soda, juice, alcoholic beverages) Pretreat stain. Wash using cold water and bleach safe for fabric.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Common Washing Problems Many washing problems involve poor soil and stain removal, residues of lint and scum, and fabric damage. For satisfactory washing results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent Association. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES Blue stains • Undiluted liquid detergent or fabric softener dispensed directly onto fabric. • If caused by detergent, mix 1 cup (240 ml) white vinegar with 1 quart (.
CARE AND CLEANING Cleaning Instructions INSIDE • Remove items from the washer as soon as the cycle ends. Excess wrinkling, color transfer, and odors may develop in items left in the washer. • Dry the washer top, the area around the lid opening, and the underside of the lid. These areas should always be dry before the lid is closed. • Before cleaning the washer interior, unplug the electrical power cord to avoid electrical shock hazards.
AVOID SERVICE CHECKLIST Before calling for service, review this list. It may save both time and expense. The list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this washer. OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Foreign objects such as coins or safety pins may be in tub or pump. Stop washer and check drum. If noise continues after washer is restarted, objects may be in pump. Call your authorized servicer. NOISE Rattling and clanking noise.
MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY INFORMATION Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your original date of purchase, Electrolux will pay all costs for repairing or replacing 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. Exclusions This warranty does not cover the following: 1.
