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- Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 1
EN FRONT LOAD WASHER FR LAVEUSE Á CHARGEMENT FRONTAL ES LAVADORA DE CARGA FRONTAL USE & CARE GUIDE GUIDE D'UTILISATION ET D'ENTRETIEN GUÍA DE USO Y CUIDADO A16331601 July 2019 - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 2
11 Controls and Settings 18 Operating Instructions 28 Normal Operating Sounds 33 Stain Removal Guide 34 Care and Cleaning 36 Troubleshooting 41 Limited Warranty 47 Questions? For toll free telephone support or online support in the US and Canada contact: U.S. 1-877-4ELECTROLUX (1-877-435-3287 - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 3
instructions Safety precautions DO NOT attempt to install or operate your unit until you have read the safety precautions in this manual. Safety items throughout this manual explosive substances to the wash water. These substances give such a period, before using the washer, turn on all hot water - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 4
entrapment Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned washers and dryers are still dangerous - even if they will sit for "just a few days". If you are getting rid of your old washer or dryer, please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents. We - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 5
damage. Prevent injury and damage to the washer To prevent serious personal injury and damage to the washer: • All repairs and servicing must be performed by an authorized service technician unless specifically recommended in this Use & Care Guide. Use only authorized factory parts. • DO NOT - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 6
Dispenser™ detergent pack option sanitize stain treatment perfect steam wrinkle release fast wash 300 Series 400 Series 500 Series 600 Series no no yes no no series washer...19 Settings chart - 400 series washer...20 Settings chart - 500 series washer...21 Settings chart - 600 series washer...22 - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 7
tie (shipped in drum) Door Reversal ˆˆ Follow detailed instructions in this guide ˆˆ Test hinge and latch for function Electrical Power ˆˆ House power turned on ˆˆ Washer plugged in Final Checks ˆˆ Installation instructions and Use & Care Guide read thoroughly ˆˆ Door locks and water enters drum - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 8
prong. Power cord with 3-prong grounded plug Grounding requirements 1. The washer MUST be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, with the National Electrical Codes, ANSI/ NFPA 70 (latest edition), or in Canada, the Canadian electrical code C22.1 part 1. If in doubt, call a licensed - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 9
(2.5 cm). To minimize vibration or movement, reinforcement of the floor may be necessary. 4. On top of another washer or on top of a dryer. Do not stack a dryer on top of washer already installed on pedestal. 60 sq. in. (387.1cm²) 3" (7.6cm) closet door MINIMUM INSTALLATION CLEARANCES Inches (cm - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 10
rear of unit3 freestand washer on floor floor line washer mounted on optional pedestal floor line 27.0" (68.5 cm) power cord on rear of unit1 38.0" (96.5 cm) 53.25" (135.5 cm) 53.5" (136 cm)* to clear open door 32" (81.25 cm)* to front of closed door approved stacking kit (STACKIT7X) required for - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 11
Drive motor • Electrical control boards • Water valves IMPORTANT Save styrofoam base and shipping plug for use to help prevent washer damage during any future moves. IMPORTANT DO NOT tip washer upside down onto its top or onto its right side for any reason. CAUTION EXCESSIVE WEIGHT HAZARD To avoid - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 12
damage to your home, or unexpected washing results. Save all shipping bolts and spacers for future use. If the washer is to be transported at a later plugs in the small bag supplied with washer instruction guides. Insert them in the holes in the washer back panel where the shipping hardware has - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 13
on the floor on ALL four legs. Keep the leveling leg extension at a minimum for best performance of the washer. NOTE For pedestal installations, see additional installation instructions included with the pedestal. Connecting the water 1. Run some water from the hot and cold faucets to flush the - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 14
water leaks and proper operation. 5. If you have any questions during initial operation, please review the "Troubleshooting" section before calling for service. 6. Place these instructions in a location near the washer for future reference. IMPORTANT Check to ensure the power is off at a circuit - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 15
plate. IMPORTANT Take care not to pull the door away from the washer until you remove the wiring harness terminal cap. Fine Thread 3. Hold the door with one hand supporting the handle area and one hand supporting the hinge. While supporting the door at the hinge, press firmly with the other hand - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 16
cover upward to release it from the front panel. You may have to use a non-scratching plastic knife if you are unable to release it manually. Then, slide the cover down slightly and remove it from the front panel. 2 22 Coarse Thread Reversing door assembly 1. Locate nine screws on inner door - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 17
in the correct orientation with the "scoop" at the bottom. 2. Slide terminal cap onto back of hinge plate until tabs snap into place. 3. Plug in washer and close the door. Test correct door lock operation by starting a test cycle: lock should engage, and door should not be able to be opened - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 18
1 power 2 LED display 3 cycle selector 4 temperature 5 soil level 6 spin speed 7 options 8 set/select 9 cancel 10 start 11 PODS® (select models) This manual covers many models and not all cycles, options, or features listed are available on every model. Consoles shown above for reference only - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 19
temperature, spin speeds, soil levels and options are available with the following cycles: CYCLE SELECTIONS heavy duty normal delicates rinse & spin clean washer CYCLE SETTINGS temp hot warm cold soil heavy normal light spin high medium no spin options extra rinse delay start control lock chime - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 20
20min fast wash rinse & spin clean washer CYCLE SETTINGS NO OPTIONS AVAILABLE WITH THIS CYCLE. DO NOT LOAD ANY ITEMS IN DRUM DURING SYSTEM CLEAN CYCLE. temp hot warm cold tap cold soil heavy normal light extra light spin high medium low - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 21
18min fast wash rinse & spin clean washer NO OPTIONS AVAILABLE light extra light spin max high medium low no spin options StainTreatII perfect steam™ extra rinse is a registered trademark of Procter & Gamble Company, Cincinnati OH, used under license by Electrolux. - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 22
15min fast wash rinse & spin clean washer NO OPTIONS AVAILABLE normal light spin max high medium low no spin options StainSoak perfect steam™ extra rinse is a registered trademark of Procter & Gamble Company, Cincinnati OH, used under license by Electrolux. - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 23
freshen the washer, perform the clean washer cycle. If you wish to begin the cycle, empty the drum, add bleach and press start/pause. This maintenance cycle removes residue that may cause odor. See Inside Routine Cleaning (Preventive) for detailed instructions. Cycle settings Washing temperature The - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 24
washing performance. The water heater setting and its distance from the washer, water usage in other parts of the home, and seasonally low wash cycle is paused or cancelled while the internal drum temperature is above 130°F (55°C), the door will remain locked until it cools. You may manually Wash and - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 25
conserve energy. Decreasing the spin speed will reduce wrinkling. Select low spin speed (on some models) to gently spin items that should Washer section in this guide for details on adding stain additives to the dispenser. StainTreat (400 series washer) Select this option to add a short initial wash - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 26
the door will remain locked until it cools. You may manually perform a rinse & spin cycle to cool the internal temperature sooner. • During a steam cycle, steam exiting from the rear vent of the washer is normal and not cause for alarm. Wash cycle options extra rinse Use this option when additional - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 27
instructions on door reversal, refer to the Installation sections of this guide. Oversuds protection A situation where oversudsing has been detected by the washer will result in the washer odor buildup and reduce humidity between washes by utilizing your washer's door stand ventilation feature. Open - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 28
Important Safety Instructions in this Use & Care Guide before operating your washer. WARNING CAUTION RISK OF INJURY DO NOT wash water resistant knit, or delicate items from durable items. IMPORTANT DO NOT machine wash items containing fiberglass. Small particles of fiberglass left in drum may - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 29
care label Cycle Options for detailed descriptions of instructions on items to cycle controls. be washed. • See Cycle Setting Charts to determine items when the cycle ends items from and place in dryer, line dry or dry flat as washer when directed on the fabric care label. cycle has ended - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 30
30 Operating Instructions Adding laundry products Laundry product dispensers Product dispenser - three hardness, load size and soil level. For best results Use a low-sudsing, high efficiency detergent to prevent oversudsing in front load washers. Look for this symbol on the detergent label: *Max. - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 31
not over the blue cover. • Amount of detergent may need to be adjusted for water temperature, water hardness, and load size. Follow manufacturers instructions. IMPORTANT DO NOT mix liquids and powders. IMPORTANT DO NOT exceed MAX fill line. IMPORTANT Pour liquid into the liquid detergent cup. DO - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 32
Removal Guide in this instruction manually changed. • The washer will ALWAYS use a small amount of HOT water to dissolve the pack when the PODS® option has been selected. Use of multi-product (detergent plus softener) sheets or color-absorbing sheets NOT recommended. They could disable your machine - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 33
water is either pumped from the washer during the drain phase or recirculated during the prewash and wash phases. Both of these sounds indication of a pending washer failure and should be investigated by a qualified technician. Refer to NOISE section of the Troubleshooting section of this manual. - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 34
on unknown stains as hot water can set stains. • Consult care label instructions for treatments to avoid on specific fabrics. • Check for colorfastness by testing stain remover products on an inside seam. • Rinse and wash items after stain removal. WARNING HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD DO NOT use or mix - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 35
Stain Removal Guide 35 Stain removal suggestions STAIN TREATMENT Adhesive tape, gum, Apply 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 - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 36
Pull out the drawer. 3. Remove all inserts from the drawers. 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. For best results Immediately follow up with a rinse & spin cycle. Select max spin - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 37
Care and Cleaning 37 4. 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. 5. To clean the drawer opening, use a small brush to clean - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 38
the below cleaning procedure to help alleviate the problem. Cleaning procedure-washer drum Ensure the wash tub is empty. Open the detergent drawer one (1) pouch of TideTM Washing Machine Cleaner in detergent drawer. Select clean washer cycle as above and start the washer. For best results Immediately - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 39
using detergent. DO NOT add wash load. 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: RV ANTIFREEZE Follow WINTERIZING INSTRUCTIONS for cold weather storage and care - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 40
5 Years Reconnecting water supply and electrical IMPORTANT When reinstalling the washer after disconnecting the water supply lines and electrical power, please follow the steps below: 1. Review the "Installation Instruction" section of this guide to ensure the appliance is level and the water and - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 41
Troubleshooting 41 Common washing inquiries 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 - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 42
washer as soon as delicate cycle. cycle is completed. • Use liquid fabric softener. Yellow buildup • Agitation time too • Soak in detergent • Select correct cycle. of body soil on synthetic fabrics short. booster or product • Wash water containing enzymes. temperature too low. • Wash - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 43
Troubleshooting 43 PROBLEM Residue stain buildup in gasket Residue stain buildup in dispenser drawer or detergent pack not dissolved. Water in fold of flexible gasket Odor POSSIBLE CAUSES • Moisture in washer. • Use of non-HE detergent. • Overdosing detergent. • Overloading wash drum. • Leaving a - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 44
44 Troubleshooting Before calling 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. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS NOISE (Please refer to Normal - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 45
Troubleshooting 45 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS Washer minutes (if washer has not been manually turned off). guide) and draining partments washer. water into the empty drum or sink. Wash load too • Washer is overloaded. • DO NOT overload washer. See wet after spin Operating Your Washer - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 46
46 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS Warm or hot wa- • Hot water heater is set too • Measure hot water temperature at ter is not hot enough low or is a distance from washer. nearby faucet with candy or meat thermometer. Water temperature should be at least 120°F (49°C). Adjust - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 47
your original date of purchase, Electrolux will pay for parts needed for this appliance that have proven to be defective in materials or workmanship when your appliance is installed, used, and maintained in accordance with the provided instructions. • Inner wash tub (washer) - Functional life of the - Electrolux EFLS527UTT | Complete Owners Guide English - Page 48
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EN
FRONT LOAD WASHER
FR LAVEUSE Á CHARGEMENT FRONTAL
ES LAVADORA DE CARGA FRONTAL
USE & CARE GUIDE
GUIDE D’UTILISATION ET D’ENTRETIEN
GUÍA DE USO Y CUIDADO
A16331601 July 2019