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1. 6 amp NOTE From time to time you may see water in the LIQUID BLEACH and FABRIC SOFTENER chambers This is part of the normal operation of the washer Liquid Chlorine Bleach A e If desired add liquid chlorine bleach to the cham ber labeled LIQUID BLEACH and marked with this symbol Fill to the MIN line for small loads or the MAX line for large loads DO NOT fill above the maximum fill line m IMPORTANT To prevent fabric damage do not overfill the LIQUID BLEACH chamber or pour liquid chlorine bleach directly onto the load Liquid Fabric Softener amp e If desired pour the recommended amount of liquid fabric softener into the chamber labeled FABRIC SOFTENER and marked with this symbol amp Fill to the MIN line for small loads or the MAX line for large loads DO NOT fill above the maximum fill line amp NOTE To prevent staining do not overfill the FABRIC SOFTENER chamber or pour liquid fabric softener directly on the wash load e Use of a fabric softener dispensing ball is not rec ommended in tumble action washers Select the appropriate cycle and settings for the load e Turn the cycle selector knob in either direction to select the cycle desired e Turn the temp knob to select the wash and rinse temperatures If the water temperature combina tion is not appropriate for that cycle the status lights will blink and the signal will beep 3 times e2. de tergent along with recommended dosage Remove wash load immediately upon cycle completion Remove dispenser drawer and wipe dispenser and inserts with combina tion of cup liquid chlorine bleach and one gallon hot water Rinse well and repeat if necessary Return drawer to location NOTE Wear rubber of latex gloves Protect floor and clothing from bleach damage Use only HE high efficiency de tergent along with recommended dosage At the end of each wash dry inside of gasket fold with clean dry towel all around gasket Perform SYSTEM CLEAN cycle At the end of each wash dry inside of gasket fold with clean dry towel all around gasket Use only HE high efficiency de tergent 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 Select correct wash cycle Use correct amount of detergent Wash synthetics frequently using hot or warm water Use nonprecipitating water soft ener 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 Run dehumidifier in laundry room Avoid overfilling detergent and fabric softener compartments of dispenser Dry the inside of washer and gasket after every run Avoid overfilling detergent and fabric softener compartments o
3. liquid fabric softener to final rinse Dry load in dryer Remove lint with lint brush or roller Use a lint brush or shaver to remove pills Rewash load Reduce load size Rinse in cold water with liquid fabric softener using the casual or delicate cycle e Avoid overfilling detergent and fabric softener compartments of dispenser Sort items by soil level and color Use correct amount of detergent hottest water and bleach safe for fabric Use correct amount of detergent and hottest water safe for fabric Do not pour liquid fabric softener directly on fabric See Operating Your step 5 Never pour chlorine bleach di rectly on fabric Check condition of items before washing See Operating Your steps 2 and 5 See Operating Your steps 1 and 2 Do not overload washer Use correct temperature and amount of detergent water and wash time Use fabric softener in the washer to lubricate fibers When ironing use spray starch or fabric finish on collars and cuffs Turn items inside out to reduce abrasion Increase water temperature using hottest water safe for fabric Do not overload washer Use liquid detergent or use non precipitating water conditioner with powder detergent Do not overload washer Remove items from washer as soon as cycle is completed Use liquid fabric softener SOLUTIONS TO COMMON PROBLEMS Common Washing Problems continued PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTI
4. on a solid floor It may be necessary to reinforce the floor to prevent vibration or movement e 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 e To prevent injury do not reach into the washer while parts are moving Before loading unloading or add ing items push in the cycle selector knob and allow the drum to coast to a complete stop before reaching inside e This washer is equipped with an electrical overload pro tector 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 acid or products containing ammonia These mixtures can produce dangerous fumes which can cause serious injury or death Operating Your Washer 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 e Sort items by recom mended cy cle and water temperature e Separate white light and colorfast items from dark and non colorfast items e Separate items that shed lint from it
5. with other household chemicals such as toilet cleaners rust removers acid or products containing ammonia These mixtures can produce dangerous fumes which can cause serious injury or death Outside Routine Cleaning When washing is completed wipe top and sides of washer with a damp cloth Turn water faucets off to prevent pres sure 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 chlo rine 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 use a window cleaner with ammonia or mild soap and water Before moving the washer place a strip of cardboard or thin fiberboard under the front leveling legs to prevent damage to the floor Winterizing I nstructions mJ 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 1 Turn off water supply faucets 2 Disconnect hoses from water supply and drain water from hoses 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 the Spin Only
6. FRIGIDAIRE Use amp Care Important Safety Instructions Operating MSCS Stain Removal Guide seeee Care and Ceana www frigidaire com USA 1 800 944 9044 TABEEORCONTLENTS Pp T 2 4 Solutions to Common ProblemS 00000 L8 21 liana 5 11 Waay A E E 22 EE 12 13 Frangais aeaa a S ESE 14 17 www frigidaire ca Canada 1 800 265 8352 900T VOOVVLELET IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Please read all instructions before using this washer Recognize safety symbols words and labels Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with a WARNING or CAUTION based on the risk type as described below Definitions A 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 DANGER DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury mi IMPORTANT IMPORTANT indicates installation operation or maintenance information which is important but not hazard related WARNING For your safety the following information in this man
7. RTANT 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 You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t follow these Important Safety Instructions PREVENT FI RE e e Do not wash items that have been previously cleaned in soaked in or spotted with gasoline cleaning sol vents kerosene cooking oils waxes etc 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 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 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
8. The final spin speed and options for each cycle will be indicated for the cycle selected See the Wash er Settings Chart for more details e To change the settings press the spin and op tions buttons to scroll to the desired settings Operating Your Washer continued e To select or delete an option press options then while the indicator is blinking press select The indicator will light when the option has been se lected It will no longer be lighted when the option has been deleted amp NOTE To provide the best care for your laundry 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 e Adjustments to a cycle will be remembered and re called each time that cycle is selected in the future e To return to factory settings press the pause cancel and select buttons at the same time and hold until the signal sounds cold water clean cold O high O stain clean O normal O extra rinse O low O extra spin warm no spin O cycle signal 8 hrs O QO temp spin options sel amp gt delay START e start O00000 Press and hold both for ten seconds to return to factory settings 7 Start the washer e Close the door and press START The washer will not operate with the door open e If desired select delay start to delay the begin ning of the cycle for 8 hours e As a Safety measure the door will automatic
9. VE MEASURES Yellow buildup of body soil on synthetic fabrics Yellow or brown rust stains Residue stains buildup mold or mildew stains in gasket Residue stains buildup mold or mildew stains in dispenser drawer Water in fold of flexible gasket Agitation time too short Wash water temperature too low Not enough detergent Iron or manganese in water supply water pipes or water heater Moisture in the 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 Moisture in the washer Use of non HE detergent Overdosing detergent Result of washing and part of normal operation 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 e Soak in detergent booster or product e containing enzymes e Wash in hottest water safe for fabric using casual cycle Increase detergent Add bleach safe for fabric or treat with color remover To restore discolored load of whites use rust remover safe for fabric Do not use chlorine bleach to remove rust stains It may intensify discolor ation Perform SYSTEM CLEAN cycle Scrub gasket with Comet Spray Gel Mildew Stain Remover using brush to remove stains Use only HE high efficiency
10. a Damages to the finish of appliance or home incurred during installation including but not limited to floors cabinets walls etc 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 PRODUCT 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 Keep your receipt delivery slip or some other appropriate payment record to establish the warranty
11. ad Rearrange load to allow proper spinning Straighten drain hose Check another faucet in the house Wait until water supply and pressure increase Fully open hot and cold faucets Avoid running water elsewhere while washer is filling Straighten hoses 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 neces sary 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 Clean and straighten the drain hose Reduce standpipe height to less than 8 2 4 m See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Unclog drain pipes Contact plumber if necessary Check and tighten hose connections Install rubber seal ing washers provided Run rinse cycle Use a low sudsing high efficiency detergent Run rinse cycle Use less detergent in future loads Connect hot water hose to hot water faucet and cold water hose to cold water faucet Increase standpipe height to at least 23 6 60 cm See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Za MAJ OR APPLI ANCE WARRANTY I NFORMATION 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
12. ally lock during the entire wash cycle and the door lock indicator will be lighted e To add a forgotten item to the wash drum press pause cancel once open the door add the item close the door and press START to resume the cycle OPERATING INSTRUCTI ONS e 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 the set tings or options press pause cancel twice make the new selections and press START again e To change the cycle once the cycle has begun press pause cancel twice select a new cycle and press START again J ust turning the cycle selector knob will not change the cycle e To stop the cycle press pause cancel twice L NOTE If the cycle is interrupted during spin it will take approximately 2 3 minutes for the door lock to release DO NOT force open the door e A signal will sound at the end of the cycle if the cycle signal option has been selected e Remove items from the washer when the cycle ends and place in dryer line dry or dry flat as di rected on the fabric care label For best results hie Follow the fabric care label instructions on items to be washed e Excess wrinkling color transfer or odors may de velop in items left in the washer after the cycle has ended if not removed promptly CAUTION ENTRAPMENT and TI P OVER HAZARD Do not leave the door open if there are small children or p
13. apply nonflammable dry cleaning fluid to back of stain Replace towels cooking 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 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 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 on acetate fabrics Paint varnish WATER BASED Rinse fabric in cool water while stain is wet Wash Once paint is dry it cannot 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 bleach in hottest water safe for fabric Rust brown or yellow Use rust remover safe for fabric Do not use chlorine bleach because it may intensify discoloration discoloration Shoe polish LIQUID Pretreat with a paste of powder detergent and water PASTE Scrape residue from fabric P
14. ar or fabric tote bags For best soil and stain removal use the hottest water safe for the fabrics being washed quick Quickly wash a small lightly soiled load in 20 minutes active wear This cycle is designed for small loads of lightweight synthetic apparel worn for working out running swimming cycling tennis and similar activities when removal of light soil and perspiration are important For best results select a detergent that contains enzymes and the hottest wash water safe for the load Add a detergent booster color safe bleach or odor 8 eliminator with the detergent if needed Chlorine bleach should not be used on items containing Lycra Fabric softeners reduce wicking and are not recommended for garments made to pull moisture away from the body delicates Use this cycle for lightly soiled knits and delicates which require gentle washing clean washer To clean and freshen the washer perform the clean washer cycle For best results use the clean washer cycle once a month For detailed instruction refer to the Inside Routine Cleaning Preventative section soak Use this cycle to soak heavily soiled and stained items before washing Only cold water is available with this cycle as warmer water may set some stains Add half the detergent dose and a detergent booster if desired to the detergent compartment amp NOTE Follow Soak with a complete wash cycle suitable for the load and a full detergent do
15. 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 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 Rust on the interior or exterior of the unit Products purchased as is are not covered by this warranty Food loss due to any refrigerator or freezer failures Products used in a commercial setting 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 Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance or to instruct you how to use your appliance 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 Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs air filters water filters other consumables or knobs handles or other cosmetic parts 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 Alask
16. bed 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 mA IMPORTANT Always wear rubber or latex gloves and protect floor and clothing from damage If odor is still left after bleach cycle s and bleach cleaner open the detergent drawer and pour one 1 pouch of TIDE WASHING MACHINE CLEANER in detergent drawer Select clean washer cycle as above and start the washer For best results he Immediately follow up with a rinse spin cycle Select high spin speed with no detergent or bleach to help clear any residual bleach left after the clean washer cycle mJ IMPORTANT See Inside Routine Cleaning Preventative for future cleaning maintenance which is necessary to avoid repeating issues 16 normal casual heavy quick soak active wear rinse spin delicates drain spin clean washer WARNING HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD Do not use or mix liquid chlorine bleach
17. cle The indicator will not light if the option is not available with that cycle L NOTE To change the options once the cycle has begun press the pause button make the new selection and press start again The options selected for the cycle will be remembered and recalled each time that cycle is selected in the future To return to factory settings press the pause cancel and select buttons at the same time and hold until the signal sounds stain clean Use the stain clean option to add a 5 minute soak in the middle of the wash portion of any cycle except quick and delicates 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 extra spin Use this option to add minutes to the final spin at the selected Spin Speed This will improve water extraction decrease drying time and save energy cycle signal A signal will sound at the end of the cycle if this option is selected OPERATING I NSTRUCTI ONS Washer Settings Chart cold water normal casual clean heavy quick cold O high O stain clean soak active wear O normal O extra rinse O rinse spin delicates O low O extra spin 5 drain spin clean washer is O no spin O cycle signal O 8 hrs O O O hot O OOO amp program temp spin options select delay START pause start cancel These temperatures spin speeds and options are available with th
18. cleaners rust Keep stain removal products in their original labeled removers acid or products containing ammonia These mixtures can produce dangerous fumes which can containers and out of children s reach eee cause serious injury or death 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 gaso line inside the home Vapors can explode on contact with flames or sparks For Successful Stain Removal Remove stains promptly For best results iit Follow the fabric care label instructions on items to be washed Determine the kind of stain then follow the recom mended treatment in the stain removal chart on the next page To pretreat stains use a prewash product liquid detergent or a paste made from powder detergent and water Use cold water on unknown stains because hot water can set stains Consult care label instructions for treatments to avoid on specific fabrics Check for colorfastness by testing stain remover prod ucts on an inside seam Rinse and wash items after stain removal 12 STAIN REMOVAL GUI DE Stain Removal Suggestion
19. cycle Press Start 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 perform clean washer cycle as described earlier CARE AND CLEANING mA IMPORTANT Do not store or place laundry products on top of washer at any time They can damage the finish or controls Follow WI NTERI ZI NG I NSTRUCTI ONS for cold weather storage and care 17 SOLUTI ONS TO COMMON PROBLEMS 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 Discoloration graying Greasy oily stains Holes tears or snags Pilling Fibers ball up and cling to fabric Residue or powder on dark items Stiff harsh fabrics Wrinkling 18 e Undiluted liquid detergent or fabric softener dispensed directly onto fabric Not enough detergent Wash water temperature too low Incorrect sorting Not enough det
20. e following cycles clean washer a n gt ze rinse spin temp cold water clean cold warm hot spin high normal no spin il options cycle signal u rl U O ae W d ui oF oz al ag O EO AB eS Egz al az gt SE z i 2 OF EE 52 O ZQ f 5 Q a stain clean extra rinse extra spin delay start SBS Ss isis o STIS GEES LE Iss fe SIS E o fee DEDE GSES SENEDE SHE E i foe SE E U oe AEDE GEEN SENEE SHE A LL Iss BERS GREE i l e S z 2 D en o n 2 D 9 fe a E Factory presets MH Non modifiable presets 10 OPERATING INSTRUCTI ONS Other Features Delay Start Press delay start to select a wash time convenient to re your schedule or during off peak energy hours The start clean of the cycle can be delayed for 8 hours The delay time Sua O high O stain clean begin counting down when you select START O normal O extra rinse o e Cont I Lock i oe O low O extra spin z ontrol LOC sm no spin cycle signal 8 hrs O To avoid having someone accidentally start the washer hot O 0 e press options and select at the same time and hold O YAO O o for 10 seconds until the control indicator lights up To unlock the controls press options and select at the temp spin RE SaN elay START pause same time and hold 10 seconds until the control indicator is no longer lit Status Lights The following indica
21. ed comforter bedspread or sleeping bag separately e The washer can be fully loaded but the items should not be tightly packed The door should close easily OPERATING I NSTRUCTI ONS Operating Your Washer continued 5 Add laundry products to the dispenser For best results f Use a low sudsing high efficiency detergent to prevent oversudsing in front load washers Look for this symbol on the detergent label 2 Detergent liquid chlorine bleach and liquid fabric soft ener will be dispensed at the proper times in the cycle m IMPORTANT Open and close the dispenser drawer slowly Closing the drawer too quickly could result in early dispensing of the bleach or fabric softener Liquid or Powder Detergent e Use the cap or scoop provided by the detergent manufacturer to measure the amount recommended e Detergent dosage may need to be adjusted for water temperature water hardness load size and soil level Other Wash Products Water conditioner detergent booster and enzyme prod ucts may be added with the detergent Put liquid prod ucts with liquid detergent in the DETERGENT WASH chamber or powder products with powder detergent in the DETERGENT WASH chamber mA IMPORTANT Do not mix liquids and powders m 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
22. ems that attract lint Casual synthetic knit and cordu roy items will pick up lint from towels rugs and bedspreads e Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled items e Separate lacy sheer loosely knit or delicate items from durable items e Do not machine wash items containing fiberglass Small particles of fiberglass left in the drum may transfer to fabrics in other loads and cause skin irritation and or damage to fabrics 2 Prepare items for washing e Empty pockets Brush off lint and dirt Shake out rugs and beach towels e Close zippers fasten hooks button buttons tie strings and sashes and remove non washable trims and ornaments e Mend rips and tears to prevent further damage during washing e Turn knit items inside out to prevent pilling OPERATING INSTRUCTI ONS e 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 See Stain Removal Guide in this guide for safe successful yo S Ta SS stain removal instructions e Combine large and small items in a load e Load large items first Large items should not be more than half the total wash load e 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 balance the load e Wash a single heavy item such as a king siz
23. er and check drum If noise continues after washer is restarted objects may be in pump Call your authorized servicer To prevent unnecessary noise and damage to drum fasten fasteners and turn items inside out Stop washer and redistribute wash load Move washer so it rests firmly on floor Adjust leveling legs See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for details See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for removing ship ping bolts and foam block Stop washer and rearrange wash load Make sure plug fits tightly in wall outlet Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse Do not increase fuse capacity If problem is a circuit overload have it corrected by a qualified electrician If problem is a power outage call local electric company 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 Close door completely Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balance the load Wipe drum with a nonabrasive household cleanser then rinse Shake or brush excess dirt and sand from items before washing OCCURRENCE Water collects in folds of the bellows at the end of the cycle Water collects in bleach and fabric softener com partments Wash load too wet after spin Water does not enter washer or it enters slowly Warm or hot water is not hot enough Water in washer does not drain or drains slowly Water leaks Oversudsing Incorrect was
24. ergent Undiluted liquid fabric softener poured directly on fabric Incorrect use of chlorine bleach Unfastened zippers hooks buckles Rips tears and broken threads Overloading the washer Degradation of fabric Incorrect sorting Tissues left in pocket Overloading the washer Not enough detergent Undissolved detergent has left a residue resembling lint Static cling is attracting lint Load washed too long Pilling is normal with syn thetic and permanent press fabrics This is due to abra sion from normal wear Undissolved detergent Some granular detergents can combine with hard water minerals to form a residue Overloading the washer Overloading the washer Incorrect wash cycle for wash load If caused by detergent mix 1 cup 240 ml white vinegar with 1 quart 95 L water in a plastic container Soak item 1 hour Rinse If caused by fabric softener rub stains with bar soap Wash Rewash with correct amount of deter gent and hottest water safe for fabric Add bleach safe for fabric Treat with prewash stain remover or liquid detergent Increase detergent and water tem perature Rewash Rub fabric softener stains with bar soap May be irreversible if rips tears and seams cannot be mended Reduce load size Rewash using cor rect water temperature water level and amount of detergent Add nonprecipitating water condition er to wash water to remove detergent residue Add
25. erson 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 e e 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 WARNING FI RE ELECTRI CAL 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 Grounding type wall receptacle Power cord with 3 prong grounded plug Do not under any circumstances cut remove or bypass the grounding prong Follow package directions when using laundry products PREVENT I NJ URY AND DAMAGE TO THE WASHER To prevent serious personal injury and damage to the washer e All repairs and servicing must be performed by an authorized servicer unless specifically recommended in this Use amp Care Guide Use only authorized factory parts e Do not tamper with controls Do not install or store the washer where it will be ex posed to the weather e Do not install on carpet Install washer
26. ets 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 OPERATING I NSTRUCTI ONS cold water normal casual clean heavy quick soak active wear delicates rinse spin drain spin clean washer program O high O normal stain clean O extra rinse low O extra spin O no spin O 00 O 0 aad select delay START pause cancel O cycle signal 8 hrs 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 ye es For best results 494 Follow the fabric care the fabric care label instructions on items to be washed To change the cycle once it has begun press the pause cancel button twice before selecting a new cycle J ust turning the cycle selector knob to another selection will not change the cycle Refer to Washer Settings Chart for complete information regarding available options and settings for each cycle normal Use this load for cotton linen towels shirts sheets denims and mixed loads casual Use this cycle for cottons and blends with a permanent press or no iron finish heavy Use this cycle for heavily soiled durable garments ex towels sports ge
27. f dispenser Leave door and dispenser drawer open for a few hours after use or whenever washer is not in use 19 SOLUTI ONS TO COMMON PROBLEMS Service Prevention 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 High pitch jet engine noise Rattling and clanking noise Thumping sound Vibrating noise Washer does not start Washer won t spin 20 Residue left in drum POSSIBLE CAUSE A certain amount of motor whine is nor mal during the spin cycle Foreign objects such as coins or safety pins may be in drum or pump Belt buckles and metal fasteners are hit ting wash drum Heavy wash loads may produce a thump ing sound This is usually normal If sound continues washer is probably out of balance Washer is not resting firmly on floor Shipping bolts and foam block have not been removed during installation Wash load unevenly distributed in drum Electrical power cord may not be plugged in or connection may be loose House fuse blown circuit breaker tripped Or a power outage has occurred Water supply faucets are not turned on Motor is overheated Washer motor will stop if it becomes overheated Washer door is not completely closed Load is too small Heavily soiled items SOLUTION Stop wash
28. gin A For best results Immediately follow up with a rinse spin cycle Select high spin speed with no detergent or bleach to help clear any residual bleach left after the clean washer cycle 14 normal casual heavy quick soak active wear rinse spin delicates drain spin clean washer 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 CARE AND CLEANING Other I nside Routine Cleaning Preventative Cleaning Dispenser Drawer Area amp NOTE Detergent and fabric softener may build up in the dispenser drawer Residue should be removed once or twice a month e Remove the drawer by pulling the drawer out until it stops Reach back into the left rear corner of the drawer cav ity and press down firmly on the lock tab Pull out the drawer Remove the insert from the bleach and fabric softener compartments Rinse the drawer and inserts with a combination of 3 4 cup liquid chlorine bleach and 1 gallon 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 Rinse well with tap water To clean the drawer opening use a small brush to clean the recess Remove all residue from t
29. h and rinse temperatures Water is entering washer but tub does not fill SOLUTIONS TO COMMON PROBLEMS Service Prevention Checklist continued POSSIBLE CAUSE This is a result of the washing action and is part of the normal operation of the washer This is a result of the siphoning action and is part of the normal operation of the washer Washer is overloaded Load is too small Load is out of balance Drain hose is kinked Water supply is not adequate in area Water supply faucets are not completely open Water is being used elsewhere in the house Water pressure must be at least 30 psi 260 kPa Water inlet hoses are kinked Hot water heater is set too low or is a distance from washer Hot water is being used elsewhere in the house 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 Fill hose connection is loose at faucet or washer Wrong detergent Too much detergent Hot and cold water hoses are connected to wrong supply faucets Drain hose standpipe is too low Stand pipe must be a minimum of 23 6 60 cm high to prevent siphoning SOLUTION 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 Do not overload washer See Operating Your Washer step 4 Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balance the lo
30. he upper and lower parts of the recess Replace the insert by pressing it in place until you hear a slight click Return the dispenser drawer e e Daily Preventative Maintenance e 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 e If there are no small children or pets present you may leave the door ajar when the washer is not in use e Leave the dispenser drawer open slightly at the end of the wash day e Dry around the washer door opening flexible gasket and door glass These areas should always be clean to ensure a water tight seal e When extremely soiled items have been washed a dirty residue may remain on the drum Remove this by wip ing the drum with a nonabrasive household cleanser Rinse thoroughly with water e Periodically wipe dry the folds in the bottom of the flexible gasket to remove lint and other debris CARE AND CLEANI NG Inside Cleaning Aggressive In cases where 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 CLEANI NG PROCEDURE 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 detergent compartment on the left Select clean washer cycle as descri
31. 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 PROTECT CHI LDREN e e e 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 ma terials after the washer is unpacked Children might use them for play Cartons covered with rugs bedspreads or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers Keep laundry products out of children s reach To pre vent personal injury observe all warnings on product labels Before the washer is removed from service or dis carded remove the washer door to prevent accidental entrapment Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PREVENT I NJ URY e 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 INSTAL LATION I NSTRUCTI ONS for detailed grounding procedures If the washer is moved to a new location have it checked and reinstalled by a qualified service p
32. period Service 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 and Canada In the USA 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 Canada 1 800 944 9044 1 800 265 8352 Electrolux Home Products Inc Electrolux Canada Corp North America 2 Electrolux 5855 Terry Fox Way 10200 David Taylor Drive Mississauga Ontario Canada Charlotte NC 28262 L5V 3E4 22
33. retreat with prewash stain remover or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid Rinse Rub detergent into dampened area Wash using bleach safe for fabric Pretreat with prewash stain remover Wash using bleach safe for fabric Pretreat or soak in product containing enzymes Wash using bleach safe for fabric feces Pretreat or soak in cold water Wash in hottest water and bleach safe for fabric CARE AND CLEANI NG Inside Routine Cleaning 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 CAUTION ENTRAPMENT and TI P OVER HAZARD Do not leave the door open if there are small children or pets present An open door could entice children to hang on the door or crawl inside the washer If there are no small children present you may leave the door ajar to prevent odor build up TO REFRESH OR CLEAN INSI DE OF WASHER To clean and freshen the washer perform the clean washer cycle For best results use the clean washer cycle once a month To begin the cycle turn the cycle selector to clean washer m IMPORTANT Items left in washer while performing the clean washer cycle will cause a severe out of balance situation that could damage the washing machine REMOVE ALL ITEMS FROM WASH DRUM before filling the detergent chamber with one 1 cup of liquid chlorine bleach OR one 1 pouch of TIDE WASHING MACHINE CLEANER DO NOT use both Press START to be
34. s STAIN 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 alcoholic beverages 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 sol vent 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 cos Pretreat with prewash stain remover or rub with bar soap metics Dye transfer on white Use packaged color remover Wash using bleach safe for fabric fabric Grass Pretreat or soak in warm water using product containing enzymes Wash using bleach safe for fabric Grease oil tar but Scrape residue from fabric Pretreat Wash using hottest water safe for fabric For heavy ter fats salad dressing stains and tar
35. se 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 regular cycle Add the fabric softener to the dispenser chamber Select the spin speed appropriate for the load drain spin Use the drain spin cycle anytime you want to drain water from the washer and spin out the load or as a follow up to a no spin selection Select the spin speed appropriate to the load Cycle Settings WASH WATER TEMPERATURE Turn the temp knob until the desired wash and rinse water temperatures are selected If the water temperature combination is not appropriate for that cycle the status lights will blink and the signal will beep 3 times Select a wash water temperature according to fiber content colorfastness and soil level To protect your fabrics not all temperatures are available with every cycle For best results ie Follow the fabric care label instructions on items to be washed L NOTE To change the temperature once the cycle has begun press the pause cancel button once make the new selection and press START again 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 geographic areas can affect water temperature cold water clean Wash and rinse temperatures are equivalent to temperature of cold tap supply Use this selection for fabrics and colors tha
36. t are prone to dye transfer For use with cold water amp detergents cold Some warm water will automatically blend with cold tap supply to achieve cold Use this setting for lightly soiled non colorfast items knits delicates and hand washables warm Use this setting for normally soiled white or colorfast cottons or blends hot Use this setting for heavily soiled white or colorfast cottons and blends OPERATING INSTRUCTI ONS SPIN SPEED High normal and low 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 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 drain spin or rinse spin cycle to remove excess water at a more convenient time Cycle Options To select or delete the cycle signal extra spin extra rinse or stain clean press options until the blinking light indicates the desired option Then while it is blinking press select The indicator will light when the option has been selected It will no longer be lighted when the option has been removed Not all options are available on every model or are compatible with every cy
37. tors may be lighted during the cycle e door lock Press and hold both for ten seconds e wash to lock or unlock the controls e rinse e final spin control Vent Latch Help prevent odor buildup and mildew between washes by utilizing your washer s vent latch feature To apply the vent latch 1 open the door slightly 2 lift the latch arm and then 3 press the arm down onto the plastic door strike snapping it in place The vent latch can be released either of two ways by pulling door out and manually returning latch arm to lower position or by pushing door shut and allowing latch arm to continue its pivot upward mJ IMPORTANT Do not attempt to close door if vent latch arm is disengaged and arm is in an outward position Return latch arm to lower position before closing and latching the door L NOTE The vent latch may become dislodged from hinge point if door closure is attempted while latch arm is not in an acceptable closing position The latch arm can be snapped back in at the hinge location Washer will still operate without latch arm installed H STAIN REMOVAL GUI DE Safe Stain Removal Procedures To reduce the risk of fire or serious injury to persons or A WARNI NG property comply with the basic warnings listed below i i HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD Read and comply with all instructions on stain re Do not use or mix liquid chlorine bleach with other moval products household chemicals such as toilet
38. ual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage personal injury or death Do not store or use gasoline or other flam mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS e Do not try to light any appliance e Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building e Clear the room building or area of all occu pants e Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions e If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier Read all instructions before using this appliance This book contains valuable information about e Operation e Care e Service Keep it in a safe place This Use and Care Guide provides general operating instructions for your washer It also contains information about features for several other models Your washer may not have every feature included Use the washer only as instructed in this Use amp Care Guide Save these instructions for future reference Product Record Model Number Record Your Model and Serial Numbers The model and serial numbers of your washer are found on the washer serial plate located on the inside of the door Record and retain these numbers Serial Number Purchase Date 2 IMPO
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