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TABLE OF CONTENTSImportant Safety Instructions .............................. 2-4 Caie and Cleaning .......................................... 20-23Features ............................................................... 5 Solutions to Co_on ProbleMs ....................... 24-28Operating Instructions ...................................... 6-14 Warran_ ............................................................ 29Washer Settings Chart .................................... 15-17 Notes .............................................................. ,._0Stain Removal Guide ...................................... 18-19 Franc_ais.......................................................... _

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Please read all instructions before using this washer.Recognize safety symbols, words andlabelsSafety items throughout this manual are labeled witha WARNING or CAUTION based on the risk type asdescribed below:Definitions

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alertyou to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safetymessages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injuryor death.

DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situationwhich, if not avoided, will result in death or serious

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CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situationwhich, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate

For your safety the following information in this manualmust be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosionor to prevent property damage, personal injury or death.

Do not store or use gasoline or other flam-mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity ofthis or any other appliance.WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

Do not try to light any appliance. Do not touch any electrical switch; do not

use any phone in your building. Clear the room, building or area of all occu-

pants. Immediately call your gas supplier from a

neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier'sinstructions. If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call

the fire department.Installation and service must be performedby a qualified installer, service agency or the

Read all instructions before using this appliance. Thisbook contains valuable information about: Operation Care Service

Keep it in a safe place.

IMPORTANT indicates installation, operation ormaintenance information which is important but nothazard-related.

This Use and Care Guide provides general operatinginstructions for your washer. It also contains informationabout features for several other models. Your washermay not have every feature included.Use the washer only as instructed in this Use & CareGuide.

Save these instructions for future reference.Product Record

Record Your Hodel and Serial NumbersThe model and serial numbers of your washer are foundon the washer serial plate located on the inside of thedoor. Record and retain these numbers.

Model NumberSerial NumberPurchase Date


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To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons when using this washer, comply with the basicwarnings listed below. Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow these Important Safety Instructions:

PREVENT FIRE Do not wash items that have been previously cleanedin, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, cleaning sol-vents, kerosene, cooking oils, waxes, etc. Do not storethese items on or near the washer. These substances

give off vapors or chemical reactions that could igniteor explode. Do not put oily or greasy rags or clothing on top of thewasher. These substances give off vapors that couldignite the materials. Do not add gasoline, cleaning solvents, or other flam-mable or explosive substances to the wash water.These substances give off vapors that could ignite or

explode. Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be pro-duced in a hot water system that has not been usedfor 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.

If the hot water system has not been used for such aperiod, before using the washer, turn on all hot waterfaucets and let the water flow from each for severalminutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogengas. Hydrogen gas is flammable; do not smoke or usean open flame during this time.

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vaporsor liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Failure to comply with these warnings could result infire, explosion, serious bodily injury and/or damage tothe rubber or plastic parts of the washer.

PROTECT CHILDREN Do not allow children to play on or in the washer. Closesupervision of children is necessary when the washeris used near children. As children grow, teach them theproper, safe use of all appliances. Destroy the carton, plastic bag and other packing ma-

terials after the washer is unpacked. Children might usethem for play. Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreadsor plastic sheets can become airtight chambers. Keep laundry products out of children's reach. To pre-

vent personal injury, observe all warnings on productlabels. Before the washer is removed from service or dis-

carded, remove the washer door to prevent accidentalentrapment.

Failure to comply with these warnings could result inserious personal injuries.


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PREVENT INJURY To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during

operation, the washer must be installed and electricallygrounded by a qualified service person in accordancewith local codes. Installation instructions are packed inthe washer for installer's reference. Refer to INSTAL-LATION INSTRUCTIONS for detailed groundingprocedures. If the washer is moved to a new location,have it checked and reinstalled by a qualified serviceperson.

To prevent personal injury or damage to the washer,the electrical power cord of the washer must beplugged into a properly grounded and polarized3-prong outlet. The third grounding prong must neverbe removed. Never ground the washer to a gas pipe.Do not use an extension cord or an adaptor plug. 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 un-less specified on the label. Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such

as vinegar.

FIRE ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARDAvoidfirehazardorelectricalhock.Do notuseanadaptorplugorextensioncordOF remove groundingprongfrom electricalower cord.Failureofollowthiswarning can cause serious injury, fire or death. ....

PREVENT INJURY AND DAMAGE TO THE WASHERTo prevent serious personal injury and damage to thewasher: All repairs and servicing must be performed by anauthorized servicer unless specifically recommended

in this Use & Care Guide. Use only authorized factoryparts. Do not tamper with controls. Do not install or store the washer where it will be ex-

posed to the weather. Do not install on carpet. Install washer on a solid floor.It may be necessary to reinforce the floor to preventvibration or movement. To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect thisappliance from the power supply before attemptingany user maintenance. Turning the controls to the OFFposition does not disconnect this appliance from thepower supply. To prevent injury, do not reach into the washer whileparts are moving. Before loading, unloading or add-ing items, push in the cycle selector knob and allowthe drum to coast to a complete stop before reachinginside. This washer is equipped with an electrical overloadprotector. The motor will stop if it becomes overheated.The washer will automatically restart after a cool downperiod of up to 30 minutes, if the washer has not beenmanually turned off during this time. Failure to comply with these warnings could result inserious personal injuries.

Grounding typewall receptacle/ Do not, under -"

any circumstances, ]cut, remove,or bypass thegrounding prong. J

HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARDDo not use or mix liquid chlorine bleach with otherhousehold chemicals such as toilet cleaners, rustremovers, acid or products containing ammonia. Thesemixtures can produce dangerous fumes which cancause serious injury or death.

Power cord with3-prong grounded plug


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Cycle Selector Control LockLED Display

Laundry ProductDispenser Drawer

Door Latch withSafety Lock

Door Striker

Inner glass with smallarticle redistribution ramp

Stainless SteelWash Drum

AdjustableLeveling Legs

Vent Latch

CascadingWash VanesAs an ENERGY STAR Partner, ElectroluxMajor Appliances has determined that thisproduct meets the ENERGY STAR


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Normal Operating SoundsYou may or may not hear the following sounds from yournew washer:A. DRAIN HOSE The washer has a flexible drain hose

to carry water from the washer to the stand pipe ofyour home. You will hear water flowing into your standpipe. This is a normal part of the operation of thewasher.B. WATER VALVES/DISPENSER As water enters

the dispenser system, it is common to hear a waterflowing sound. This normal sound will vary slightlybased on the water pressure in your home.

C. DRAIN PUMP Your washer is equipped with a highvelocity drain pump. It is normal to hear humming andgurgling sounds as water is pumped from the washer.Both of these sounds are normal and indicate thatyour pump is functioning correctly.D HIGH SPEED MOTOR A powerfulmotor isused todrivethe drum tohighspinspeedstoextractwaterfrom your load. You will hear a sound associated withthese higher spin speeds. This sound is normal andwill vary slightly as the spin speed varies with load sizeand cycle selected.

Abnormal, on-going sounds may be an indication of apending washer failure and should be investigated by aqualified technician.

Operating Your Washer

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury topersons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS inthis se n Care uide before operating your washer.

1 Sort laundry into loads that can be washedtogether. Sortitemsby recommended cycleand watertemperature.

Separate white, light and colorfast items from darkand non-colorfast items. Separate items that shed lint from items that at-

tract lint. Casual, synthetic, knit, and corduroyitems will pick up lint from towels, rugs, and che-nille bedspreads. Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soileditems.

Separate lacy, sheer, loosely knit, or delicate itemsfrom durable items. Do not machine wash items containing fiberglass.

Small particles of fiberglass left in the drum maytransfer to fabrics in other loads and cause skinirritation.


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Operating Your Washer, continued2 Prepare items for washing,

Empty pockets.

Brush off lint and dirt. Shake out rugs and beachtowels.

Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes,and remove non-washable trims and ornaments. Mend rips and tears to prevent further damage

during washing. Turn knit items inside out to prevent pilling. Place delicate and small items such as bras, hosiery

and baby socks in a mesh bag.

(Mesh bag not included.)3 Pretreat stains and heavy soil.

4 Add laundry load to washer.

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 such as a sweater, towel or

jeans is inefficient and may cause an out-of-bal-ance load. Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balancethe load.

Wash a single heavy item such as a king-sizedcomforter, bedspread or sleeping bag separately.

The washer can be fully loaded, but the itemsshould not be tightly packed. The door should closeeasily.

See Stain Removal Guide in this guide for safe,successful stain removal instructions.


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Operating Your Washer, continued5 Add laundry products to the dispenser,

For best resultsUse a low-sudsing, high efficiencydetergent to prevent oversudsing infront load washers. Look for this symbolon the detergent label:

Detergent, liquid chlorine bleach and liquid fabric soft-ener will be dispensed at the proper times in the cycle.

Open and close the dispenser drawer slowly. Closing

too0u, ..e u. ,na n0f the bleach or fabric softener.

Liquid or Powder Detergent Use the cap or scoop provided by the detergentmanufacturer to measure the amount recommended. Detergent dosage may need to be adjusted for

water temperature, water hardness, load size andsoil level.

Other Wash ProductsColor-safe bleach, water conditioner, detergent boosterand enzyme products may be added with the deter-gent. Put liquid products with liquid detergent in the"DETERGENT WASH" chamber or powder products withpowder detergent in the DETERGENT WASH" chamber.

Do not mix liquids and powders.

From time to t me you may see water in the "LIQUIDBLEACH and FABRIC SOFTENER chambers. This ispart of the normal operation of the washer.Liquid Chlorine Bleach/_X

= If desired, add liquid chlorine bleach to the cham-ber labeled "LIQUID BLEACH" and marked with thissymbol z_.= Fill to the MIN line for small loads or the MAX linefor large loads.= DO NOT fill above the maximum fill line.

To prevent fabric damage, do not overfill the "LIQUIDBLEACH" chamber or pour liquid chlorine bleachdirectly onto the load.

Add color-safe bleach with the detergent.Liquid Fabric Softener

= If desired, pour the recommended amount of liquidfabric softener into the chamber labeled "FABRICSOFTENER" and marked with this symbol _. Fill to the MIN line for small loads or the MAX linefor large loads.DO NOT fill above the maximum fill line.

To prevent staining, do not overfill the "FABRICSOFTENER" chamber or pour liquid fabric softenerdirectly on the wash load.

6 Use of a fabric softener-dispensing ball is not rec-ommended in tumble action washers.Select the appropriate cycle and settings forthe load,= Turn the cycle selector knob in either direction to

select the cycle desired. The estimated cycle time, suitable wash and rinsewater temperatures, final spin speed, soil level, and

options for each cycle will be indicated for the cycleselected. See the "Washer Settings Chart" for moredetails. To change the settings, press the Temp, SpinSpeed and Soil Level buttons to scroll to thedesired settings.


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Operating Your Washer, continued To select or delete an option, press Options; then,

while the indicator is blinking, press Select. Theindicator will light when the option has been se-lected. It will no longer be lighted when the optionhas been deleted.

To provide the best care for your laundry, not everysetting or option is available with every cycle. If asetting or option is not available for the cycle selected,

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Adjustments to a cycle will be remembered and re-called each time that cycle is selected in the future.To return to factory settings, press the Start/Pause and Select buttons at the same time andhold until the signal sounds.

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Start the washer,= Close the door and press Start. The washer will

not operate with the door open. "F_FTU' will bedisplayed as a reminder to close the door.

Select Delay Start to delay the beginning of thecycle, if desired.

= As a safety measure, the door will automaticallylock during the entire wash cycle and the DoorLock indicator will be lighted.= "Touch Pause to Add a Garment"To add a forgotten item to the wash drum, pressPause and open the door. "PF_U" will be displayedalternately with the estimated remaining cycletime. Add the item, close the door and press Startto resume the cycle.

= If changes to the settings or options are attemptedafter the cycle starts, you will hear several beepswhen the buttons are pressed. To change the set-tings or options, press Pause, make the new selec-tions and press Start again.

To change the cycle once the cycle has begun,press Cancel, select a new cycle, and press Startagain. Just turning the cycle selector knob will notchange the cycle.

To stop the cycle, press Cancel.

if the cycle is interrupted during spin, it will takeapproximately 2-3 minutes for the door lock to release.DO NOT force open the door.

A signal will sound at the end of the cycle if theChime option has been selected.Remove items from the washer when the cycleends and place in dryer, line dry or dry fiat as di-rected on the fabric care label.

For best resultsollow the fabric care label instructionson items to be washed.( 3A []

= Excess wrinkling, color transfer or odors may de-velop in items left in the washer after the cycle hasended, if not removed promptly.

ENTRAPMENT and TIP-OVER HAZARDDo not leave the door open if there are small childrenor pets present. An open door could entice children tohang on the door or crawl inside the washer. If thereare no small children present, you may leave the doorajar to prevent odor build up.


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Cycle Selection, continued

NSF Protolcol P351Allergen Reduction Performanceof Residential and Commercial,Family-Sized Clothes Washers

The Allergy cycle will kill all dust mites and eliminateat least 95% of pet dander. Since higher temperaturesare required, please check fabric care labels to preventdamage. Sanitize and Hot temperatures settings areavailable.NormalThe Normal cycle provides 15 minutes of reversingtumble wash action for normally soiled loads. StainClean, Fresh Water Rinse, and Energy Saver areavailable options. All wash temperatures except Sanitize(on select models) and all soil levels are available.CasualCasual cycle provides 10 minutes of reversing tumblewash action for cottons and blends with a no-iron finishfollowed by a Cool Down rinse, 2 additional rinses anda final spin. Fresh Water Rinse and Stain Clean canbe selected.Quick Wash on select models)The Quick Wash cycle provides 5 minutes of reversingtumble action to quickly wash small, lightly soiled loadsin 20 minutes. A warm wash/cold rinse is available andyou can choose between Max and High spin speeds.DelicatesThis cycle provides 10 minutes of gentle reversing washaction for knits and delicates. To protect your delicateitems, Hot water wash and Heavy Soil options are notavailable. The Stain Clean and Fresh Water Rinseoptions are available.Rinse SpinSelect Rinse Spin for loads that need a cold waterrinse or to add fabric softener that may have beenomitted in a regular cycle. Add the fabric softenerto the dispenser chamber. Select the spin speedappropriate for the load.Spin Only on select models)Use the Spin Only cycle anytime you want to drainwater from the washer and spin out the load or as afollow-up to a No Spin selection. Select the spin speedappropriate to the load.

Cycle SettingsWASH/RINSE WATER TEMPERATURETo change the temperature, press the Temp buttonto scroll to the desired setting. Select a wash watertemperature according to fiber content, colorfastness andsoil level. A cold water rinse saves energy and reduceswrinkling.

For best resultsFollow the fabric care label instructionson items to be washed.

To ]rotect your fabrics, not all temperatures are availablewith every cycle. The indicator will not light if the settingis not available with that cycle.The temperature selected for the cycle will beremembered and recalled each time that cycle is selectedin the future. To return to factory settings, press theStart/Pause and Select buttons at the same time andhold until the signal sounds.

To change the temperature once the cycle has begun,press the Pause button, make the new selection andpress Start again.

Auto Temp wash water temperatures are automaticallyregulated to maximize detergent effectiveness andimprove washing performance. The water heater settingand its distance from the washer, water usage in otherparts of the home, and seasonally low ground watertemperature in some geographic areas can affect watertom peratu re.


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Cycle Settings, continuedSanitize on select models)This setting sanitizes heavily soiled colorfast fabricssuch as towels, bedding, and children's clothing bykilling 99.9% of bacteria using wash water heated witha boost heater to 152 F (67 C). Cold water is used tocool and rinse the load.

This setting has been certified by NSF International,an independent third party testing and certificationorganization dedicated to public health, safety and

NSF Protolcol P172tSanitization Performance of Residentialand Commercial, Family-Sized ClothesWashers

Auto Temp HotUse this setting for heavily soiled white or colorfastcottons and blends.Auto Temp WarmUse this setting for normally soiled white or colorfastcottons or blends.Auto Temp Cool (on select models)Use this setting for normally soiled sheets, casual itemsand washable woolens.Auto Temp ColdSome warm water will automatically blend with coldtap supply to achieve a precise Auto Temp Cold. Usethis setting for lightly soiled non-colorfast items, knits,delicates, and hand washables.Cold Water CleanWash and rinse temperatures are equivalent totemperature of cold tap supply. Use this selection forfabrics and colors that are prone to dye transfer. Foruse with cold water ._ detergents.

SPIN SPEEDMax, High, Medium and Low spin speeds are availablefor each cycle. The spin speed and/or duration of finalspin vary from model to model and cycle to cycle.Increasing the spin speed will extract more water,decrease drying time and conserve energy. Decreasingthe spin speed will reduce wrinkling.Select Low spin speed to gently spin items that shouldbe line dried.Use No Spin to omit the final spin at the end of thecycle. The load will be very wet. Remove items from thewash drum to drip dry or select a Spin Only or Rinseand Spin cycle to remove excess water at a moreconvenient time.

SOIL LEVELAdjust the wash time in 3-minute increments based onthe soil level of each load. Heavy, Normal, and Lightsoil levels are available.

Cycle OptionsTo select or delete the Chime, Stain Clean, EnergySaver, or Fresh Water Rinse, press Options until theblinking light indicates the desired option. Then, whileit is blinking, press Select. The indicator will light whenthe option has been selected. It will no longer be lightedwhen the option has been removed.Not all options are available on every model or arecompatible with every cycle. The indicator will not light ifthe option is not available with that cycle.

To change the options once the cycle has begun, pressthe pause button, make the new selection and pressstart again.

The options selected for the cycle will be rememberedand recalled each time that cycle is selected in the future.To return to factory settings, press the Start/Pause andSelect buttons at the same time and hold until the signalsounds.ChimeA signal will sound at the end of the cycle if this optionis selected. The signal has an adjustable volume levelor can be turned off.Stain CleanUse the Stain Clean option to add a 5-minute soak inthe middle of the wash portion of any cycle exceptQuick Wash and Delicates.Energy Saver on select models)The Energy Saver option reduces the warm watertemperature a few degrees to save energy and alsoextracts more water to reduce drying time.Extended Spin on select models)Use this option to add minutes to the final spin at theselected Spin Speed. This will improve water extraction,decrease drying time and save energy.Freshwater RinseUse this option when additional rinsing is desired toremove excess dirt and detergent. It is recommendedfor heavily soiled loads or if household members havesensitive skin.


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Other FeaturesDelay StartPress Delay Start to select a wash time convenient toyour schedule or during off peak energy hours. The delaytime selected will be displayed and begin counting downwhen you select Start.Control LockTo avoid having someone accidentally start the washer,press Options and Select at the same time and hold for10 seconds until "LOC' is displayed alternately withthe estimated cycle time. To unlock the controls, pressOptions and Select at the same time and hold 10 secondsuntil "LOC' is no longer displayed.Status Display/Status LightsThe estimated total cycle time will be displayed whenthe cycle is selected. The time may increase if waterpressure is low, oversudsing occurs or the load becomesunbalanced. The estimated remaining cycle time isdisplayed during the cycle. The following indicators maybe lighted during the cycle: Door Lock Sensing Wash Touch Pause to Add a GarmentVent LatchHelp prevent odor buildup and mildew between washesby utilizing your washer's vent latch feature. To apply thevent latch, (1) open the door slightly, (2) lift the latcharm and then (3) press the arm down onto the plasticdoor strike, snapping it in place.The vent latch can be released either of two ways - bypulling door out and manually returning latch arm tolower position or by pushing door shut and allowing latcharm to continue its pivot upward.

ii Do not attempt to close door if vent latch arm isdisengaged and arm is in an outward position. Returnlatch arm to lower position before closing and latchingthe d0or..............

The vent latch may become dislodged from hinge pointif door closure is attempted while latch arm is not inan acceptable closing position. The latch arm can besnapped back in at the hinge location. Washer will stilloperate without latch arm installed.

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Safe Stain Removal ProceduresTo reduce the risk of fire or serious injury to persons orproperty, comply with the basic warnings listed below:

Read and comply with all instructions on stain re-moval products.

Keep stain removal products in their original labeledcontainers and out of children's reach. Thoroughly wash any utensils used.

Do not combine stain removal products, especiallyammonia and chlorine bleach. Dangerous fumes canresult.

Never wash items which have been previouslycleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted withgasoline, dry cleaning solvents or other flammableor explosive substances because they give off vaporsthat could ignite or explode.Never use highly flammable solvents, such as gaso-line, inside the home. Vapors can explode on contactwith flames or sparks.

For Successful Stain Removal: Remove stains promptly.

Determine the kind of stain, then follow the recom-mended treatment in the stain removal chart on thenext page.To pretreat stains, use a prewash product, liquiddetergent, or a paste made from powder detergentand water.Use cold water on unknown stains because hot watercan set stains.Consult care label instructions for treatments to avoidon specific fabrics.Check for colorfastness by testing stain remover prod-ucts on an inside seam.Rinse and wash items after stain removal.


For best resultsFollow the fabric care label instructionson items to be washed.


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Stain Removal SuggestionsSTAIN TREATMENT

Adhesive tape, chewing Apply ice. Scrape off excess. Place stain face down on paper towels. Saturate with pre-gum, rubber cement wash stain remover or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid.Baby formula, dairy Use product containing enzymes to pretreat or soak stains. Soak for 30 minutes or more.products, egg Wash.Beverages (coffee, tea, Pretreat stain. Wash using cold water and bleach safe for fabric.soda, juice, alcoholicbeverages)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 warmiron until wax is absorbed. Replace paper towels frequently. Treat remaining stain with

prewash stain remover or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid. Hand wash to remove sol-vent. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.

Chocolate Pretreat or soak in warm water using product containing enzymes. Wash using bleachsafe for fabric.Collar or cuff soil, cos- Pretreat with prewash stain remover or rub with bar soap.meticsDye transfer on white Use packaged color remover. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.fabricGrass Pretreat or soak in warm water using product containing enzymes. Wash using bleachsafe for fabric.Grease, oil, tar (but- Scrape residue from fabric. Pretreat. Wash using hottest water safe for fabric. For heavyter, fats, salad dressing, stains and tar, apply nonflammable dry cleaning fluid to back of stain. Replace towelscooking oils, car grease, under stain frequently. Rinse thoroughly. Wash using hottest water safe for fabric.motor oils)Ink Some inks may be impossible to remove. Washing may set some inks. Use prewash stainremover, 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 pol-

ish remover to back of stain. Repeat, replacing paper towels frequently. Do not use onacetate fabrics.Paint, varnish WATER BASED: Rinse fabric in cool water while stain is wet. Wash. Once paint is dry, itcannot be removed. OIL BASED AND VARNISH: Use solvent recommended on can label.

Rinse thoroughly before washing.Perspiration Use prewash stain remover or rub with bar soap. Rinse. Wash using nonchlorine bleachin hottest water safe for fabric.Rust, brown or yellow Use rust remover safe for fabric. Do not use chlorine bleach because it may intensifydiscoloration discoloration.Shoe polish LIQUID: Pretreat with a paste of powder detergent and water. PASTE: Scrape residuefrom fabric. Pretreat with prewash stain remover or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid.

Rinse. Rub detergent into dampened area. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.Tomato Pretreat with prewash stain remover. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.Urine, vomit, mucus, Pretreat or soak in product containing enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.fecesWine Pretreat or soak in cold water. Wash in hottest water and bleach safe for fabric


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Inside Routine Cleaning Preventative)To help prevent odors, mold or mildew, leave the dooropen for a few hours after use or whenever the washer isnot in use.

ENTRAPMENT and TIP=OVER HAZARDDo not leave the door open if there are small childrenor pets present. An open door could entice children tohang on the door or crawl inside the washer. If thereare no small children present, you may leave the door

TO REFRESH OR CLEAN INSIDE OF WASHERTo clean and freshen the washer, perform the SystemClean cycle. For best results use the System Cleancycle once a month. To begin the cycle, press and holdthe Spin Speed and Options buttons simultaneously for10 seconds until the display changes to "CLn".

Press and hold both for ten secondsto enter System Clean cycle.

i Items left in washer while performing the SystemClean cycle will cause a severe out-of-balance situationthat could damage the washing machine. ...........

REMOVEALL ITEMS FROM WASH DRUM before fillingthe detergent chamber with one (1) cup of liquid chlorinebleach OR one (1) pouch of TIDE WASHING MACHINECLEANER. DO NOT use both. Press Start to begin.For best resultsImmediately follow up with a Spin OnlyCycle. Select Extra Rinse on Max SpinSpeed with no detergent or bleach tohelp clear any residual bleach left afterthe System Clean Cycle.

i If the System Clean cycle is cancelled or pausedduring the cycle, the washer will go through 2 rinsecycles to clean the drum of any residual bleach beforeunlocking the door.



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Other Inside Routine Cleaning Preventative)Cleaning Dispenser Drawer Area

Detergent and fabric softener may build up in thedispenser drawer. Residue should be removed once ortwice a month.

= Remove the drawer by pulling the drawer out until itstops.

= Reach back into the left rear corner of the drawer cav-ity and press down firmly on the lock tab. Pull out thedrawer.Remove the insert from the bleach and fabric softenercompartments.Rinse the drawer and inserts with a combination of 3/4cup liquid chlorine bleach and 1 gallon hot tap waterto remove traces of accumulated powders and liquids.Large amounts of fabric softener residue may indicateimproper dilution or more frequent cleaning is required.Rinse well with tap water.To clean the drawer opening, use a small brush toclean the recess. Remove all residue from the upperand lower parts of the recess.Replace the insert by pressing it in place until you heara slight click. Return the dispenser drawer.

___ Daily Preventative Haintenance= Remove items from the washer as soon as the cycle

ends. Excess wrinkling, color transfer, and odors maydevelop in items left in the washer.If there are no small children or pets present, you mayleave the door ajar when the washer is not in use.Leave the dispenser drawer open slightly at the end ofthe wash day.Dry around the washer door opening, flexible gasket,and door glass. These areas should always be clean toensure a water tight seal.When extremely soiled items have been washed, a dirtyresidue may remain on the drum. Remove this by wip-ing the drum with a nonabrasive household cleanser.Rinse thoroughly with water.Periodically, wipe dry the folds in the bottom of theflexible gasket to remove lint and other debris.


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Inside Cleaning Aggressive)In cases where System Clean Cycle along with care andcleaning of rubber gasket folds isn't done, and severeodor, mold, mildew, or residue buildup have developed,follow the below cleaning procedure to help alleviate theproblem.CLEANING PROCEDURE - Washer DrumEnsure the wash tub is empty (or no clothes load). Openthe detergent drawer and pour eight (8) cups of bleachinto the detergent compartment on the left. SelectSystem Clean cycle as described previously in InsideRoutine Cleaning Preventative .Upon cycle completion inspect the interior of thewasher to see if the odor/residue has been eliminated.If any additional cleaning is required, repeat the aboveprocedure. This may take several cycles depending onthe severity of the odor/residue. You may observe someremaining discoloration due to the long term effects ofthis residue.For especially contaminated areas visible inside the drum(including the front rubber seal), these areas might bemore effectively cleaned by spraying a Bleach Cleaner ona scrub brush, soft sponge, or towel and scrubbing.

Always wear rubber or latex gloves and protect floor

Press and hold both for ten secondsto enter System Clean cycle.

If odor is still left after bleach cycle(s) and bleach cleaner,open the detergent drawer and pour one (1) pouchof TIDE WASHING MACHINE CLEANER in detergentdrawer. Select System Clean Cycle as above and start thewasher.

For best resultsImmediately follow up with a Spin OnlyCycle. Select Fresh Water Rinse on MaxSpin Speed with no detergent or bleachto help clear any residual bleach leftafter the System Clean Cycle.

iiSee Inside Routine Cleaning Preventative) forfuture cleaning maintenance which is necessary to

HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARDDo not use or mix liquid chlorine bleach with otherhousehold chemicals such as toilet cleaners, rustremovers, acid or products containing ammonia. Thesemixtures can produce dangerous fumes which can....ause serious injury or deat h.

i If the System Clean cycle is cancelled or pausedduring the cycle, the washer will go through 2 rinsecycles to clean the drum of any residual bleach beforeunlocking the dOOr....................................................................................................................................................................................


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Outside Routine Cleaning When washing is completed, wipe top and sides of washer

with a damp cloth. Turn water faucets off to prevent pres-sure build-up in the hoses.

= Clean the cabinet with mild soap and water. Never useharsh, gritty or abrasive cleansers

If the cabinet becomes stained, clean with diluted chlo-rine bleach (1 part bleach to 8 parts water). Rinse severaltimes with clear water.

Remove glue residue from tape or labels with a mixture ofwarm water and mild detergent. Or, touch residue with thesticky side of tape.

When cleaning chrome parts use a window cleaner withammonia or mild soap and water.

Before moving the washer, place a strip of cardboard orthin fiberboard under the front leveling legs to preventdamage to the floor.

Do not store or place laundry products on top ofwasher at any time. They can damage the finishor controls.

Winterizing Instructions

If the washer is stored in wheren area freezing can occuror moved in freezing temperatures, follow these winterizinginstructions to prevent damage to the washer .........................................................................................

i Turn off water supply faucets.2 Disconnect hoses from water supply and drain waterfrom hoses.3 Plug electrical cord into a properly grounded electricaloutlet.4 Add 1 gallon (3.8 L) nontoxic recreational vehicle (RV)

antifreeze to empty wash drum. Close door.5 Select the Spin Only cycle. Press Start and let thewasher 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,

perform Clean System Cycle as described earlier.

_ ollow WINTERIZINGINSTRUCTIONS for

_cold weather storagev and care.


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Common Washing Problems, continued

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES PREVENTIVE MEASURESPilling(Fibers ball upand cling tofabric.)

Residue orpowder on darkitems;Stiff, harshfabrics.

Wrinkling

Yellow buildupof body soil onsynthetic fabrics

Yellow or brownrust stains

o Pilling is normal with syn-thet ic and permanent pressfabrics. This is due to abra-sion from normal wear.

Undissolved detergent.Some granular detergentscan combine with hardwater minerals to form aresidue.Overloading the washer.

Overloading the washer.Incorrect wash cycle forwash load.

Agitation t ime too short.Wash water temperaturetoo low.Not enough detergent.

Iron or manganese in watersupply, water pipes, orwater heater.

SOLUTIONSUse a lint brush or shaver toremove pills.

Rewash load.

Reduce load size.Rinse in cold water with liq-uid fabric softener using thecasual or delicate cycle.

Soak in detergent boosteror product containing en-zymes.Wash in hottest water safefor fabric using casual cycle.Increase detergent.Add bleach safe for fabric ortreat with color remover.To restore discolored loadof whites, use rust removersafe for fabric.Do not use chlorine bleachto remove rust stains. Itmay intensify discoloration.

Use fabric softener in thewasher to lubricate fibers.When ironing, use spraystarch or fabric finish on col-lars and cuffs.Turn items inside out toreduce abrasion.Increase water temperatureusing hottest water safe forfabric.Do not overload washer.Use liquid detergent oruse nonpredpitating waterconditioner with powderdetergent.Do not overload washer.Remove items from washeras soon as cycle is com-pleted.Use liquid fabric softener .Select correct wash cycle.Use correct amount ofdetergent.Wash synthetics frequent lyusing hot or warm water.

Use nonprecipitating watersoftener.Before washing, run hotwater for a few minutes toclear lines.Drain water heater occa-sionally.For an ongoing problem,install an iron filter in yourwater supply system.


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Common Washing Problems, continued

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURESResidue stains /buildup, mold ormildew stains ingasket

Residue stains/ buildup, moldor mildew stainsin dispenserdrawer

Water in fold offlexible gasket

Odor

o Moisture in the washer.Use of non-HE detergent.Overdosing detergent.Overloading wash drum.Leaving a wet load set inwasher.Cold water washes whichmay not completely dissolveand remove detergents.

Moisture in the washer.Use of non-HE detergent.Overdosing detergent.

Result of washing and partof normal operation.

Moisture in the washer.Use of non-HE detergent.Overdosing detergent.Leaving a wet load remainin washer.Cold water washes whichmay not completely dissolveand remove detergents.

Perform SYSTEM CLEANcycleScrub gasket with Comet TMSpray Gel Mildew StainRemover using brush toremove stains.Use only HE (high efficiencydetergent) along with rec-ommended dosage.Remove wash load immedi-ately upon cycle completion.Remove dispenser drawerand wipe dispenser andinserts with combination of3/4cup liquid chlorine bleachand one gallon hot water.Rinse well, and repeat ifnecessary. Return drawer tolocation. NOTE: Wear rub-ber of latex gloves. Protectfloor and clothing frombleach damage.Use only HE (high efficiencydetergent) along with rec-ommended dosage.At the end of each wash,dry inside of gasket foldwith clean dry towel allaround gasket.Perform SYSTEM CLEANcycle.At the end of each wash,dry inside of gasket foldwith clean, dry towel allaround gasket.Use only HE (high efficiencydetergent) along with rec-ommended dosage.Remove wash load immedi-ately upon cycle completion.Pour one cup liquid chlorinebleach in standpipe; letremain a day and flush withwater.

Run dehumidifier in laundryroom.Avoid overfilling detergentand fabric softener compart-ments of dispenser.Dry the inside of washerand gasket after every run.

Avoid overfilling detergentand fabric softener compart-ments of dispenser.

Leave door and dispenserdrawer open for a fewhours after use or wheneverwasher is not in use.


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Service Prevention ChecklistBefore calling for service, review this list. It may save both time and expense. The list includes commonoccurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this washer.OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTIONHigh pitch jet engine A certain amount of motor whine is nor-noise, mal during the spin cycle.Rattling and clanking Foreignobjects such as coins or safety Stop washer and check drum. If noise continues afternoise, pins may be in drum or pump. washer is restarted, objects may be in pump. Call yourauthorized servicer.

Belt buckles and metal fasteners are hit- To prevent unnecessary noise and damage to drum,ting wash drum. fasten fasteners and turn items inside out.

Thumping sound. Heavy wash loads may produce a thump- Stop washer and redistribute wash load.ing sound. This is usually normal. I fsound continues, washer is probably outof balance.

Vibrating noise. Washer is not resting firmly on floor. Hove washer so it rests firmly on floor. Adjust levelinglegs. See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for details.

Shipping bolts and foam block have not See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for removing ship-been removed during installation, ping bolts and foam block.

Wash load unevenly distributed in drum. Stop washer and rearrange wash load.

Washer does not start. Electrical power cord may not be plugged Hake sure plug fits tightly in wall outlet.in or connection may be loose.House fuse blown, circuit breaker t ripped, Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Do not increaseor a power outage has occurred, fuse capacity. If problem is a circuit overload, have

it corrected by a qualified electrician, tf problem is apower outage, call local electr ic company.

Water supply faucets are not turned on. Turn on water supply faucets.

Hotor is overheated. Washer motor will It will automatically restart after a cool down periodstop if it becomes overheated, of up to 30 minutes (if washer has not been manuallyturned off).

Washer door is not completely closed. Close door completely.Washer won't spin. Load is too small. Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balance the load.Residue left in drum. Heavily soiled items. Wipe drum with a nonabrasive household cleanser, thenrinse. Shake or brush excess dirt and sand from items

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Service Prevention Checklist, continuedOCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

Water collects in folds of This is a result of the washing action andthe bellows at the end of is part of the normal operation of thethe cycle, washer.Water collects in bleach This is a result of the siphoning action Water may be removed by removing the dispenserand fabric softener com- and is part of the normal operation of the drawer (see Care and Cleaning in this guide) and drainingpartments, washer, water into the empty drum or sink.Wash load too wet after Washer is overloaded. Do not overload washer. See Operating Your Washer,spin. step 4.

Load is too small. Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balance the load.Load is out of balance. Rearrange load to allow proper spinning.Drain hose is kinked. Straighten drain hose.

Water does not enter Water supply is n ot adequate in area. Check another faucet in the house. Wait until water supplywasher or it enters slowly, and pressure increase.Water supply faucets are not completely Fully open hot and cold faucets.open.Water is being used elsewhere in the Avoid running water elsewhere while washer is filling.house. Water pressure must be at least30 psi (260 kPa).Water inlet hoses are kinked. Straighten hoses.

Warm or hot water is not Hot water heater is set too low or is a Measure hot water temperature at nearby faucet withhot enough, distance from washer, candy or meat thermometer. Water temperature shouldbe at least 120F (49C). Adjust water heater as neces-

sary.Hot water is being used elsewhere in the Avoid using hot water elsewhere before or duringhouse, washer use. There may not be enough hot water avail-

able for proper cleaning. I f problem persists, your hotwater system may be unable to support more than 1use at a time.

Water in washer does not Drain hose is kinked or clogged. Clean and straighten the drain hose.drain or drains slowly. Drain hose standpipe is too tall. Maximum Reduce standpipe height to less than 8' (2.4 m). See

standpipe height is 8' (2.4 m). INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.House drain pipes are clogged. Unclog drain pipes. Contact plumber if necessary.

Water leaks. Fill hose connection is loose at faucet or Check and tighten hose connections. Install rubber seal-washer, ing washers provided.

Oversudsing. Wrong detergent. Run rinse cycle. Use a low-sudsing, high efficiencydetergent.

Too much detergent. Run rinse cycle. Use less detergent in future loads.Incorrect wash and rinse Hot and cold water hoses are connected Connect hot water hose to hot water faucet and coldtemperatures, to wrong supply faucets, water hose to cold water faucet.Water is entering washer Drain hose standpipe is too low. Stand- Increase standpipe height to at least 23.6" (60 cm). Seebut tub does not fill. pipe must be a minimum of 23.6" (60 cm) INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.

high to prevent siphoning.


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Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your original date ofpurchase, Electrolux will pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance that prove tobe defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used and maintained inaccordance with the provided instructions.Exclusions This warranty does not cover the following:I. 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 orCanada.3. Rust on the interior or exterior of the unit.4. Products purchased "as-is" are not covered by this warranty.5. Food loss due to any refrigerator or freezer failures.6. Products used in a commercial setting.7. 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.8. Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance or to instruct you how to use your appliance.9. 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.10. Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters, water filters, other consumables, orknobs, handles, or other cosmet ic parts.

1I. Surcharges including, but not limited to, any after hour, weekend, or holiday service calls, tolls, ferry tripcharges, 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 installation, including but not limited to floors,cabinets, walls, etc.

13. Damages caused by: services performed by unauthorized service companies; use of parts other thangenuine Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies; orexternal causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply, accidents, fires, or acts of God.

DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIESCUSTOMER'S SOLEAND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BEPRODUCTREPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN. CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES,INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARELIMITED TO ONE YEAR ORTHE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW, BUT NOT LESSTHAN ONE YEAR.ELECTROLUX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH ASPROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTENLIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY. SOME STATESAND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THEEXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LIMITATIONS ON THEDURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SOTHESE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TOYOU. THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHERRIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATETO STATE.

If You NeedService Keep your receipt, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record to establish the warranty periodshould 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 phonenumbers below.

This warranty only applies in the USA and Canada. In the USA, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Major AppliancesNorth America, a division of Electrolux Home Products, Inc. In Canada, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux CanadaCorp. Electrolux authorizes no person to change or add to any obligations under this warranty. Obligations for service andparts under this warranty must be performed by Electrolux or an authorized service company. Product features orspecifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice.

USA1.800.944.9044Electrolux Major AppliancesNorth AmericaP.O. Box 212378Augusta, GA 30907

ElectroluxCanada

1.800.265.8352Electrolux Canada Corp.

5855 Terry Fox WayMississauga, Ontario, Canada

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