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Safety [mpoAant Recognize labels Safety safety Instructions symbols, words and Your safety and the safety of others is very important. We have provided many important safety messages in the Use and Care Guide, Installation Instructions and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. WARNING For your safety the following information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or death.
Safety 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.
Safety important Safety instructions, continued PREVENT iNJURY + To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during operation, the washer must be installed and electrically grounded by a qualified service person in accordance with local codes. Installation instructions are packed in the washer for installer's reference. Refer to INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for detailed grounding procedures. If the washer is moved to a new location, have it checked and reinstalled by a qualified service person.
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Operatin Gettin9 instructions StaRed To run your washer, follow these basic steps: 1. Sort laundry into loads that can be washed together. (See page 8.) 5. Add laundry products to the dispenser. (See page 10-11 .) 2. Prepare items for washing. (See page 8.) 6. Select the appropriate load. (See page 12.) 3. Pretreat stains and heavy soil. (See page 9.) 4. Add laundry load to the washer. (See page 9.) NormaJ Operating Sounds You may or may not hear the following sounds from your new washer: A.
Operatin Operating BEFORE instructions Your Washer USING YOUR WASHER Read these important instructions in this section of the Use and Care Guide before operating your washer. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS in this Use and Care Guide before operating your washer, OPERATING YOUR WASHER 1. Sort laundry into loads washed together. Sort items by recommended temperature.
Operatin OPERATING 3. Pretreat YOUR stains WASHER, continued and heavy soil. See Stain Removal Guide in this guide or Stain Guides in the LCD User Interface for safe, successful stain removal instructions. 4. Add laundry load to washer, Combine large and small items in a toad. Load large items first. Large items should not be more than half the total wash load. Washing or jeans balance balance single items such as a sweater, towel is inefficient and may cause an out-ofload.
Operatin OPERATING instructions YOUR WASHER, 5. Add laundry For best continued products to the dispenser. results Use a low-sudsing, high efficiency detergent to prevent oversudsing in front load washers. Look for this symbol on the detergent label: Detergent, liquid chlorine bleach and liquid fabric softener will be dispensed at the proper times in the cycle. To unlatch the dispenser drawer push on the dispenser drawer latch indicator.
Operatin OPERATING YOUR WASHER, continued Other Wash Products Water conditioner, detergent booster and enzyme products may be added with the detergent. Put liquid products with liquid detergent in the "Main Wash - liquid only" detergent cup or powder products with powder detergent in the "Main Wash" detergent chamber. iMPORTANT Do not mix liquids and powders. IMPORTANT Use of multi-product (detergent plus softener) sheets or color-absorbing sheets NOT recommended.
Operatin OPERATING 6_ YOUR Instructions WASHER, Select the appropriate settings for the load. continued cycle norma_ and Turn the cycle selector knob in either direction to select the cycle desired. The icon for that cycle will be illuminated and if the cycle description feature is turned on, the cycle and estimated cycle time are displayed on the User Interface screen for 5 seconds. Press any key to advance the User Interface to select settings and options.
Operatin OPERATING 7. Start YOUR WASHER, Instructions continued the washer. Close the door and press start. The washer will not operate with the door unlatched and BOOR OPET3 will be displayed. Select delay start to delay the beginning of the cycle for up to 22 hours if desired. As a safety measure, the door wilt automatically lock and remained locked during the entire wash cycle and BOOR LOCHEE} will be displayed.
Operatin Instructions CycJe Selection Turn the cycle selector in either direction to the cycle desired. The icon for that cycle will be illuminated. Press on the cycle selector knob to extend it or return it flush to the console. _) Follow or best the fabric resultscare label instructions on items to be washed. To change the selection after the cycle begins, press cancer before making another choice. Just turning the cycle selector knob to another selection will not change the cycle.
Operatin Cycle SeJection, instructions continued ÷ DEEP CLEAN SANiTiZE CASUAL Use the deep clean sanitize cycle to clean and sanitize heavily soiled, colorfast fabrics including towels, bedding, cloth diapers, and cMIdren's clothing. Use this cycle for cottons and blends with a permanent press or no-iron finish.
6 Operatin Instructions CycJe Selection, SPECIALTY CYCLES continued 0 To access you washer's Specialty Cycles: • Turn the cycle selector knob to favorites/specialty. ,, Press the button under the LCD corresponding to specialty cycles, o Rotate the cycle selector knob to scroll through the list of available Specialty Cycles to choose from. deep dean sa nitize hand wash favoMtes sp_ialty rinse & spin ,, Press the start button to begin the cycle.
Operatin SPECIALTY CYCLES STUFFED ANIMALS O, continued _) Wash stuffed animals and soft toys with the STUFFED ANIMALS cycle. Wash temperature is auto temp cold, with a mid-agitation injection of steam to release stubborn stains. To prevent deformation of toys, freshwater rinse and low spin speed are also preset selections. Protect your washer drum finish and maximize toy life by placing it in a pillow case and tying the end closed before washing it.
Operatin Instructions CycJe Selection, continued norma_ casual colo_ MY FAVORITES active w@@r q] whites fast wash To select one of your 3 favorite cycles: delicate • Turn the cycle selector knob to favorites/specialty. • Press the button under the LCD corresponding to my favorites to display the favorites cycles. Press the button corresponding to the favorite cycle desired. The custom cycle, settings, and options you saved will automatically be displayed.
Operatin instructions 9 C'3 MY FAVORITES _], continued If more than one user has been entered in CUSTOM MODE: • The current user's name will be displayed when the washer is turned on if CUSTOM MODE is on. + Press the button under C31-,I to continue using that user's favorite cycles. + The icon for the last cycle run will light up. o Turn the cycle selector knob to favorites/specialty. + Press the button under the LCD corresponding to my favorites to display the favorites cycles.
Operatin Washing/Rinsing instructions Temperature The appropriate washing temperature will automatically be indicated for the cycle selected. Follow the fabric For best resultscare label instructions on items to be washed. sel_ To change the temperature, press the temperature button to scroll to the desired setting. Select a wash water temperature according to fiber content, colorfastness and soil level. A cold water rinse saves energy and reduces wrinkling.
Operatin Temperature, Instructions continued SANITIZE TEMP This setting sanitizes heavily soiled white and colorfast fabrics such as towels, bedding, and children's clothing by killing 99.9% of bacteria using wash water heated with a boost heater to 152° F (67 ° C). Cold water is used to cool and rinse the toad. This setting is only available with the deep clean sank tize cycle.
Operatin instructions Spin Speed 8:45 Maximum spin, high spin, medium spin, minimum spin, and low spin speeds are available for each cycle. The spin speed and/or duration of final spin vary from cycle to cycle. g I I w_ i _v_rm I m_aium _ n_ t_mp i increasing the spin speed will extract more water, decrease drying time and conserve energy. Decreasing the spin speed will reduce wrinkling. _pin i _il i oplon_ 1 Use no spin to omit the final spin at the end of the cycle.
Operatin Suitable options will automatically the cycle is selected. instructions be indicated when To select or clear the add steam, eco friendly, stain clean, extra rinse, auto temp, extra spin, prewash, warm rinse and delay start options, press the scroll up or scroll down buttons under opl_ons until the desired option is displayed. Press select and ON wilt be displayed in the upper right corner. To clear the option, press select again and ON will disappear.
Operatin Options, instructions continued ECO FRIENDLY °[" The eco friendly option reduces the hot and warm water temperature a few degrees to save energy. It is available with all cycles except deep clean sanitize and spin only. ALLERGEN Q If you have asthma or allergy sufferers in your home, add this option to combine hot water temperature (boosted with internal heater), fast speed tumbling and multiple rinses to help ensure the destruction of dust mites and removal of pet dander.
Operatin Options, instructions continued WARM RINSE Select the warm rinse option with the normal, heavy duty, active wear, fast wash, delicates and hand wash cycles. DELAY START Q Use delay start to select a wash time convenient to your schedule or during off-peak energy hours. The start of any cycle can be delayed for 30 minutes to 22 hours. Select the delay start option and then press the button under the plus (+) or minus (-) symbols to scroll to the delayed time setting desired.
Operatin Washer instructions Se_ings Chart These temperature, spin speeds, soil levels and options are available with the following cycles: --= o ( U I specialty cycles temperature sanitize m I_ hot _// V/ •" eoo hot _ *// v" eoo warm v" ,," v" ,/ ,/ ,/ cold ,/ ,/ ,/ v" v" ,/ eco cold ,; v v ,; _" v m ilm-m warm ,/ ,,/ v" ,/ v" m mm v v m spin speed maximum spin v" high spin medium v" spin ,/ v" ,/ v" v" v" v" ,/ v" ,/ ,/ ,i v" v" low spin min
Operating User Interface Features 27 User mnte_ace Features SAVE AS FAVORITE The save as favorite feature allows you to personalize up to 3 custom cycles each custom user. See save as favorite in "Operating User Interface Preferences" for more details. SET PREFS The set prefs feature allows you to personalize cycles, hide cycle descriptions, select the language, volume, brightness and contrast of the display, reset settings, clean the washer, and run the installation cycle.
Operatin Saving User Interface Features Favor+tes Use the save as favorite feature to name and save a custom cycle to memory with all options and settings preferred. Up to 3 favorites may be saved for each custom user. Follow these steps: + Select a cycle, washing temperature, spin speed, soil level and other options desired. + Use the scroll up or scroll down button until you reach save as favorite. + Press the select button to enter the favorite cycle choice screen.
Operating Settin9 Preferences CUSTOM MODE User Interface user_ ! user2 _ Features user3 I EXIT CUSTOM MODE allows up to 3 household members to personalize up to 3 favorite cycles each. To enter custom users and personalize favorite cycles: o Use the scroll up or scroll down buttons until you reach set prefs. Press the select button to enter the preference menu. ,, Press select again to enter CUSTOM MODE. o Press the button for user 1, user 2 or user 3. • Press select.
Operatin Se ing INSTALL User Interface Preferences, Features continued NOTE CYCLE Run the INSTALL CYCLE before operating the washer the first time. Remove all items from the washer drum and press start. For more information on performing the washer INSTALL CYCLE, refer to the Installation Instructions accompanying this washer. If the washer has been installed according to Installation Instructions, JTISTRLL PRSSEB - DOOR CRT1BE OPETIED will be displayed and the washer is ready to use.
Operating Setting Preferences° User Interface continued CONTRAST Press the button beneath plus (+) or minus (-) symbols to increase or decrease the contrast of the display. Press select to accept the change or press the button under EXIT to return to normal operation without any changes. BRIGHTNESS Press the button beneath the plus (+) or minus (=) symbols to increase or decrease the brightness of the display.
;32 Operatin User Interface Features Other Features STATUS DISPLAY 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. A situation where oversudsing has been detected by the washer will result in the washer automatically adding up to 4 extra rinses to attempt to clear the suds.
Stain Removal Stain Removal Procedures 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 removal products. on stain Keep stain removal products in their original labeled containers and out of children's reach.
Stain Removal Stain Removal STAIN Guide Suggestions TREATMENT Adhesive tape, chewing gum, rubber cement Apply ice. Scrape off excess. Place stain face down on paper towels. Saturate with prewash stain remover or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid. Baby formula, dairy products, egg Use product containing enzymes to pretreat or soak stains. Soak for 30 minutes or more. Wash. Beverages (coffee, tea, soda, juice, alcoholic beverages) Pretreat stain. Wash using cold water and bleach safe for fabric.
Care & Cleaning mnside Routine C eanin9 3,5 (Preventative) To help prevent odors, mold or mildew, leave the door open for a few hours after use or whenever the washer is not in use. ENTRAPM ENT and TI P-OVE R HAZAR D An open door could entice children to hang on the door or crawl inside the washer, tf there are no small children present, you may leave the door ajar to prevent mildew and odor build up.
Care & Cleanin Other +ns+de Rout+he O+ean+n9 (Preventat+ve} CLEANING @ DISPENSER DRAWER AREA NOTE Detergent and fabric softener may build up in the dispenser drawer. Residue should be removed once or twice a month. * Remove the drawer by pulling the drawer out until it stops. + Reach back into the left rear corner of the drawer cavity and press down firmly on the lock tab. Pull out the drawer. + Remove the insert from the prewash, bleach, and fabric softener compartments.
Care & Cleaning Inside OJeanin9 (A99ressive} In cases where the CLEAN WASHER cycle along with care and cleaning of rubber gasket folds isn't done, and severe odor, mold, mildew, or residue buildup have developed, follow the below cleaning procedure to help alleviate the problem. CLEANING PROCEDURE m_ I I ! _p_cl_ I ! - Washer Drum Ensure the wash tub is empty (or no clothes load). Open the detergent drawer and pour eight (8) cups of bleach into the "MAIN WASH" detergent compartment.
Care & Cleanin Outside Routine Cleaning When washing is completed, wipe top and sides of washer with a damp cloth. Turn water faucets off to prevent pressure build-up in the hoses. • Clean the cabinet with mild soap and water. Never use harsh, gritty or abrasive cleansers If the cabinet becomes stained, clean with diluted chlorine bleach (1 part bleach to 8 parts water). Rinse several times with clear water. Remove glue residue from tape or labels with a mixture of warm water and mild detergent.
Solutions Common Washing Many washing For satisfactory problems washing PROBLEM POSSIBLE Blue stains Discoloration, graying to Common Problems Prob+ems involve poor soil and stain removal, residues of tint and scum, and fabric damage. results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soao and Detergent Association. SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES + Undiluted liquid detergent or fabric softener dispensed directly onto fabric.
Solutions Common to Common Washing Problems, PROBLEM POSSIBLE Yellow buildup of body soil on synthetic fabrics • Agitation time too short. • Wash water temperature too low. • Not enough detergent. Yellow or brown rust stains Problems continued SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES * Soak in detergent booster or product containing enzymes. o Wash in hottest water safe for fabric using casual cycle, * Increase detergent.
Solutions Service Prevention to Common Problems 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 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. Stop washer and check drum.
Solutions to Common Avoid Service Checklist, Problems continued OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Water collects in folds of the bellows at the end of the cycle, This is a result of the washing action and is part of the normal operation of the washer: Water collects in bleach and fabric softener compartments, This is a result of the siphoning action and is part of the normal operation of the washer, Water may be removed by removing the dispenser drawer (see Care and Cleaning in this guide)
Warranty Information "four appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year 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. In addition, your appliance is covered by an additional one year, parts only; limited warranty.
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