Electrolux EWFLW65IRR - 27" Front-Load Washer Use And Care Manual Download

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Summary of Contents for EWFLW65IRR - 27" Front-Load Washer

Page 1: ...Use _ Care Guide Wave Touc f MFront Load Washer Guia de uso y cuidado Lavadora de carga frontal Wave Touch Ms Guide d utilisation et d entretien Laveuse _ chargement frontal Wave Touch _ ...

Page 2: ...7 4ELECTROLUX 1 877 435 3287 For online support and product information visit http www electroluxappliances com Table of contents Finding information 2 SAFETY 3 5 Features 6 Operating instructions 7 24 Getting Started 7 Normal Operating Sounds 7 Operating Your Washer 8 13 Cycle Selection 14 18 Washing Rinsing Temperature 19 20 Spin Speed 21 Soil Level 21 Options 22 24 Operating User interface Feat...

Page 3: ... damage _ CAUTION This symbol alerts you to situa tions that may cause bodily injury or property damage Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this 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 occupant...

Page 4: ...l release any accumulated hydrogen gas Hydrogen gas is flammable do not smoke or use an open flame during this time Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Failure to comply with these warnings could result in fire explosion serious bodily injury and or damage to the rubber or plastic parts of the washer PROTECT CHILDREN Do n...

Page 5: ...s personal injury and damage to the washer All repairs and servicing must be performed by an authorized servicer unless specifically rec ommended in this Use Care Guide Use only authorized factory parts Do not tamper with controls Do not install or store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather Do not install on carpet Install washer on a solid floor It may be necessary to reinforce the ...

Page 6: ... Multi language LCD interface Control Lock Touch 2 OpenT_ Latch indicator Reversible Touch 2 OpenT_ Door System q Stainless Steel Dual Stage Wash Drum Wide Angle Door Hinge Adjustable Leveling Legs Theater Style Luxury Lighting TM System Cascading Wash Vanes Touch 2 OpenTM Door Latch with Safety Lock ...

Page 7: ...ou will hear water flowing into your stand pipe This is a normal part of the operation of the washer B WATER VALVES DISPENSER As water enters the dispenser system it is common to hear a water flowing sound This normal sound will vary slightly based on the water pressure in your home C DOOR LOCK Your washer is equipped with a door lock with an electric solenoid There will be a clicking sound as the...

Page 8: ... and chenille bedspreads Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled items Separate lacy sheer loosely knit or delicate items from durable items 2_ Do not machine wash items containing fiber glass Small particles of fiberglass left in the drum may transfer to fabrics in other loads and cause skin irritation Prepare items for washing Empty pockets Brush off lint and dirt Shake out rugs and be...

Page 9: ... 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 balance load Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balance the load Wash a single heavy item such as a king sized comforter bedspread or sleeping bag sepa rately The washer can be fully loaded but the item...

Page 10: ...vided by the deter gent manufacturer to measure the amount recommended Detergent dosage may need to be adjusted for water temperature water hard ness load size and soil level Liquid Detergent _ Add the recommended amount of a high ef ficiency liquid detergent to the Main Wash liquid only cup Do not exceed the MAX fill line Liquid detergent can also be added direct ly to the Main Wash powder only c...

Page 11: ...tergent to the Pre Wash deter gent cup Liquid Chlorine Bleach Z_ if desired add liquid chlorine bleach to the chamber labeled Liquid Bleach and marked with this symbol A_L_ Fill to the MIN line for small loads or the MAX line for large loads DO NOT fill above the maximum fill line Add color safe bleach with the detergent Liquid Fabric Softener If desired pour the recommended amount of liquid fabri...

Page 12: ...mp spin speed and soil level buttons to scroll to the desired settings Press the scroll up or scroll down buttons under options to scroll through the options menu Press the select button to add or delete options The estimated cycle time will be displayed at the top of the screens colors whites heavy duty deep dean sanitize normal casual active wear fa st wash de cate hand wash my spin favorites on...

Page 13: ...me the cycle start 1 pause To change the cycle once the cycle has begun press cancel select a new cycle and press start again Just turning the cycle selector knob will not change the cycle To change settings or options after the cycle has begun press pause select the new set tings or options and press start again To stop the cycle press cancel When the cycle ends a signal will sound cOmPLETE DOOR ...

Page 14: ...olor loads Warm temp eco warm temp or cold temp water all spin speeds soil levels and options except warm rinse are available with this cycle WHITES _ _ _ The whites cycle provides 9 21 minutes of revers ing tumble wash action for whiter cottons The use of liquid chlorine bleach is recommended Hot temp and eco hot temp water all spin speeds and soil levels and all options except warm rinse are ava...

Page 15: ... of bacteria between loads No bleach or harsh chemicals are needed but higher temperatures are required Please check fabric care labels to prevent damage I_ NSF Protolcol P172 Sanitization Performance of Residential and Commercial Family Sized Clothes Washers The wash water is heated by an internal boost heater to a maximum of 152 F 67 C as the load tumbles for up to 4 hours Cold water is added to...

Page 16: ...y soil extra heavy soil and heaviest soil and eco friendly delay start and warm rinse options are available with this cycle DELICATE The delicate cycle provides 6 12 minutes of gentle reversing tumble action for knits and delicates All water temperatures except eco hot temp hot temp and sanitize temp all spin speeds all soil levels except heavy soil extra heavy soil and heaviest soil and all optio...

Page 17: ...tes Press the button corresponding to the favorite cycle desired The custom cycle settings and options you saved will automatically be dis played Press the start button to begin the cycle For example to select your my shirts cycle turn the cycle selector knob to my favorites Press the button corresponding to my shirts and then press start See save as favorite in the Operating User Inter face Prefe...

Page 18: ..._ _ n n 4er EHIT sanitize _ _ _ f was T he_confoit_lastcyclerunwil ghtup mry_ _ spin Tumthecycleselectorknobtomyfavorites favorites only Select one of the 3 customized cycles by press ___ _ ing the corresponding button Press the start button To select a user if a user s name is not displayed when the washer is turned on Press the options buttons to scroll to set prefs and then press the select but...

Page 19: ...be dis played if they are not available with that cycle See the Washer Settings Chart in this guide for more information The temperature selected for the cycle will be remembered and recalled each time that cycle is selected in the future select All wash water temperatures are automatically regulated to maximize detergent effectiveness and improve washing performance The washer will operate with t...

Page 20: ... perm press items and washable woolens ECO HOT TEMP Reduces the warm water temperature a few degrees to save energy when washing heavily soiled white and colorfast cottons and towels HOT TEMP Use this setting for heavily soiled white and color fast cottons and towels SANITIZE TEMP This setting sanitizes heavily soiled white and color fast fabrics such as towels bedding and children s clothing by k...

Page 21: ...conserve energy De creasing the spin speed will reduce wrinkling 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 the spin only cycle to remove excess water at a more convenient time select Soil Level Adjust the wash time in 3 minute increments based on the soil level of each load Normal soil heavy soil extra...

Page 22: ...lect The options selected for the cycle will be remem bered and recalled each time that cycle is selected in the future ECO FRIENDLY The eco friendly option reduces the hot and warm water temperature a few degrees to save energy It is available with all cycles except deep clean sanitize and spin only STAIN CLEAN Use the stain clean option to add a 5 minute soak in the middle of the wash portion of...

Page 23: ... Use this option to add several minutes to the final spin at the selected speed This will improve water extraction decrease Wying time and save energy Extra spin is available with all cycles except fast wash delicates hand wash and spin only PREWASH Select this option to add a short wash period prior to the normal colors casual active wear whites and heavy duty cycles Heavily soiled and stained lo...

Page 24: ...peak energy hours The start of any cycle can be delayed for 30 min utes to 22 hours Select the delay start option and then press the button under the plus or minus symbols to scroll to the delayed time setting de sired Press the select button again and the delay time wH be displayed and begin counting down select 1 select select ...

Page 25: ...cle options and features for user preferences STAIN GUIDES Scroll through the stain guide to the desired stain category Press the select button for safe suc cessful stain removal instructions or consult the Stain Removal section in this guide CONTROL LOCK To lock the controls between cycles scroll to the control lock feature press select and CONTROL LOCH OFF press SELECT to lock the control ponel ...

Page 26: ...ose 1 of the 3 buttons for naming the cycle See the next page for naming your favorite cycle For example to customize the normal cycle for your shirt loads with a warm water wash medium final spin speed and normal soil level Turn the cycle selector knob to normal Press the temp button to select warm temp Press the spin speed button to select medium spin speed Press the soil level button to select ...

Page 27: ...ursor advance Press the button under DELETE to erase incorrect entries I There is a blank character between 2 and R for inserting spaces in your custom name Pause mo mentanly on this character as you would to insert _ any other character then continue Press select to save the favorite cycle name _d_ct Repeat the steps to customize 2 other cycles as my favorite 2 and my favorite 3 Any of the favori...

Page 28: ...r DELETE to erase incorrect entries There is a blank character between 2 and R for inserting spaces in your custom name Pause mo mentarily on this character as you would to insert any other character then continue When the name has been entered press select to save the name To edit names while in CUSTOM MODE turn the washer off by pressing cancel Press any other button to wake the washer up Screen...

Page 29: ...OSES or CRLL SERUICE 8TT H3S 3E_8 will be displayed to indicate the installation error The errors may result from the following condi tions nO UJRTER Water inlet hoses have not been attached to water supply or water supply valves have not been turned on Install hoses correctly and turn on water supply valves CHECH HOSES The hot inlet hose may have been connected to the cold water supply and the co...

Page 30: ...factory defaults both cycle settings and fac tory preferences Press the button under EXIT to return to normal operation or press the cancel button to turn the washer off without making any changes If you do not make a selection within 30 seconds the washer will return to normal opera tion without any changes If you reset all settings INSTALL CYCLE will be displayed as though the washer were just t...

Page 31: ...the plus or minus symbols to increase or decrease the volume of the chime Press select to accept the change or press the button under EHIT to return to normal opera tion without any changes LANGUAGE Select English French or Spanish for the display language CYCLE DESCRIPTION The name an icon and a brief description are dis played for each cycle To delete the display press select To restore the disp...

Page 32: ...rrected the issue TOO mUCH DETERGENT will be displayed DRUM LIGHT The drum light will come on whenever the door is opened to illuminate the drum during loading and unloading Closing the door turns off the light The drum light will automatically turn off if the door is left open more than 3 minutes To activate the drum light during a cycle press the button under LIGHT The light will stay on during ...

Page 33: ...cle duration is based on factory settings and does not include water fill times out of balance or oversudsing conditions I Estimated Cycle 144 min 57 min 31 min 08 min Duration temperature sanitize hot 7 eco hot warm eco warm cold spin speed maximum spin high spin medium spin low spin minimum spin no spin soil level heaviest soil xtra heavy soil heavy soil normal soil light soil xtra light soil op...

Page 34: ...mmable or explosive substances because they give off vapors that could ignite or explode Never use highly flammable solvents such as gasoline inside the home Vapors can explode on contact with flames or sparks FOR SUCCESSFUL STAIN REMOVAL Remove stains promptly o o For best results Follow the fabric care label instructions on items to be washed Determine the kind of stain then follow the rec ommen...

Page 35: ...rease 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 ...

Page 36: ... the electrical power cord to avoid electrical shock hazards Dry around the washer door opening flexible gasket and door glass These areas should always be clean to ensure a water tight seal When extremely soiled items have been washed a dirty residue may remain on the drum Remove this by wiping the drum with a nonabrasive household cleanser Rinse thor oughly with water Periodically wipe dry the f...

Page 37: ...abric softener compartments Rinse the drawer and inserts with hot tap water to remove traces of accumulated powders and liquids Large amounts of fabric softener residue may indicate improper dilution or more frequent cleaning is required To clean the drawer opening use a small brush to clean the recess Remove all residue from the upper and lower parts of the recess Replace the insert by pressing i...

Page 38: ...leveling legs to prevent damage to the floor WINTERIZING INSTRUCTIONS 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 ve hicle RV antifreeze to empty wash drum Close door 5 Select the spin only cycle Press start and let the washer drain for 1 ...

Page 39: ...our Rinse if caused by fabric softener rub stains with bar soap Wash Rewash with correct amount of detergent and hottest water safe for fabric Add bleach safe for fabric o o o o PREVENTIVE MEASURES Avoid overfilling detergent and fabric softener com partments of dispenser o o Treat with prewash stain remover or liquid detergent increase detergent and wa ter temperature Rewash Rub fabric softener s...

Page 40: ... in detergent booster or product containing enzymes Wash in hottest water safe for fabric using casual cycle Increase detergent Add bleach safe for fabric or treat with color remover To restore discolored load of whites use rust remover safe for fabric Do not use chlorine bleach to remove rust stains It may intensify discoloration Use fabric softener in the washer to lubricate fibers When ironing ...

Page 41: ...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 Make sure plug fits tightly in wall outlet in or connection may be loose House fuse blown circuit breaker Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse Do not increase tripped or a...

Page 42: ...is a Measure hot water temperature at nearby faucet with hot enough distance from washer candy or meat thermometer Water temperature should be at least 120 F 49 C Adjust water heater as neces sary Hot water is being used elsewhere in the Avoid using hot water elsewhere before or during house washer use There may not be enough hot water avail able for proper cleaning If problem persists your hot wa...

Page 43: ...ted to floors cabinets walls etc 13 Damages caused by services performed by unauthorized service companies use of parts other than genuine Elec trolux 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 E...

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