Electrolux EIFLW55HIW Complete Owner's Guide (English)

Electrolux EIFLW55HIW - 27" Front-Load Washer Manual

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  • Electrolux EIFLW55HIW | Complete Owner's Guide (English) - Page 1
    Use & Care Guide IQ-Touch™ Front-Load Washer Guía de uso y cuidado Lavadora de carga frontal IQ-TouchMC Guide d'utilisation et d'entretien Laveuse à chargement frontal IQ-TouchMC 137023500 A (0801))
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    21 Stain Removal Guide 22-23 • Stain Removal Procedures 22 • Stain Removal Suggestions 23 Care & Cleaning 24-26 Solutions to Common Problems 27-30 • Common Washing Problems 27-28 • Service Prevention Checklist 29-30 Warranty Information 31 Notes 32 ©2008 Electrolux Major Aplliances All
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    Care Guide, Installation Instructions and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. Safety items throughout this manual are instructions. • If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department. Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service
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    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 FIRE • Do not wash items that have been previously cleaned
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    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. • To prevent injury, do not reach into the washer while parts are moving. Before loading, unloading or adding items, push in the
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    -Style, Luxury-Lighting™ System Cascading Wash Vanes Door Striker Touch-2-Open™ Latch Indicator Reversible, Touch-2-Open™ Door System Dual Stage, Wide-Angle Door Hinge Stainless Steel Wash Drum Adjustable Leveling Legs As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Electrolux Major Appliances has determined that
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    Getting Started Operating Instructions 7 To run your washer, follow these basic steps: 1. Sort laundry into loads that can be washed together. (See page 8.) 5. Add laundry products to the dispenser. (See page 10-11.) 2. Prepare items for washing. (See page 8.) 3. Pretreat stains and heavy soil.
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    of fire, electric shock or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS in this Use and Care Guide before operating your washer. OPERATING YOUR WASHER 1. Sort laundry into loads that can be washed together. Sort items by recommended cycle and water temperature. Separate white, light
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    and heavy soil. See Stain Removal Guide in this guide for safe, successful stain removal instructions. 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
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    10 Operating Instructions OPERATING YOUR WASHER, con't 5. Add laundry products to the dispenser. 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: Detergent, liquid chlorine bleach and liquid
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    stained loads, select the prewash option and add the recommended amount of detergent to the "Pre-Wash" detergent cup. NOTE From time to time you may see water in the "Main Wash -liquid only", "Liquid Bleach" and "Fabric Softener" chambers. This is part of the normal operation of the washer. Liquid
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    12 Operating Instructions OPERATING YOUR WASHER, con't 6. Select the appropriate cycle and settings for the load. Turn the cycle selector knob in either direction to select the cycle desired. The indicator for that cycle will be illuminated. See the "Cycle Selection" section in this guide for
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    if desired. As a safety measure, the door will automatically lock during the entire wash cycle. To add a forgotten item to the washer any time during the wash portion of the cycle, press pause. When the door unlocks, open the door, add the item, close the door and press start to resume the cycle. If
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    the console. For best results Follow the fabric care label instructions on items to be washed. To change the selection after the cycle begins, press The normal cycle provides 9-21 minutes of reversing tumble wash action for most loads. All water temperatures except sanitize/cold, all spin speeds
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    Instructions 15 Cycle Selection, con't DEEP CLEAN SANITIZE Use the deep clean sanitize cycle to clean and 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 cool down the load prior to drain
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    16 Operating Instructions Cycle the eco friendly, stain clean, and extra rinse options are available with this cycle. HAND WASH The hand wash cycle provides 5-11 minutes spin only cycle anytime you want to drain water from the washer and spin out the load or as a follow-up to the no spin selection
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    water temperatures are automatically regulated to maximize detergent effectiveness and improve washing performance. 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
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    wash water heated with a boost heater to 152° F (67° C). Cold water is used to cool and rinse the load. This setting is only available with the deep clean , delicates, and hand washables. Spin Speed Max, high, medium, and low spin speeds are available for each cycle. The spin speed and/or duration
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    Instructions save energy. It is available with all cycles except deep clean sanitize drain and the load will automatically advance to the regular wash cycle. See step 5 in "Operating Your Washer" section in this guide for details on adding detergent to the dispenser. STAIN CLEAN Use the stain clean
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    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. REVERSIBLE DOOR Your washer is equipped with a reversible door. The door can be hinged on the right or left side. NOTE For step-by-step instructions
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    Washer Settings Chart These Temperature, Spin Speeds, Soil levels and Options are available with the following cycles: deep heavy whites colors normal casual fast delicate hand spin clean duty wash wash   medium        *   low         *  no spin 
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    • Never wash items which have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted with gasoline, dry cleaning solvents or Remove stains promptly. For best results Follow the fabric care label instructions on items to be washed. • Determine the kind of stain, then follow the recommended
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    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 solvent. Wash using bleach safe for fabric. Pretreat or soak in warm water using product containing enzymes
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    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
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    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 it in place until you
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    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, run empty washer through a complete cycle using detergent. Do not add wash load. RV
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    to Common Problems 27 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 Blue stains Discoloration
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    water minerals to form a residue. • Overloading the washer. Wrinkling • Overloading the washer. • Incorrect wash cycle for wash load. Yellow buildup of body soil on synthetic fabrics • Agitation time too short. • Wash water temperature too low. • Not enough detergent. Yellow or brown • Iron
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    usually normal. If sound continues, washer is probably out of balance. Stop washer and redistribute wash load. Washer is not resting firmly on floor. Move washer so it rests firmly on floor. Adjust leveling legs. See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for details. Shipping bolts and foam block have not
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    elsewhere before or during washer use. There may not be enough hot water available for proper cleaning. If problem persists, your hot water system may be unable to support more than 1 use at a time. Drain hose is kinked or clogged. Clean and straighten the drain hose. Drain hose standpipe is too
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    instruct you how to use your appliance. 8. 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. 9. Service NOT LESS THAN ONE YEAR. ELECTROLUX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR
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Use & Care Guide
IQ-Touch™ Front-Load Washer
Guía de uso y cuidado
Lavadora de carga frontal IQ-Touch
MC
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
Laveuse à chargement frontal IQ-Touch
MC
137023500 A (0801))