Electrolux EIFLS60LSS - Manual

5 Features As an ENERGY STAR ® Partner, Electrolux Major Appliances has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR ® guidelines for energy effi ciency. Control Lock Theater-Style, Luxury-Lighting™ System Touch-2-Open™ Door Latch with Safety Lock Touch-2-Open™ Cycle Selector Touch-2-Open™ Dis...

6 Operating Instructions Getting Started Sort laundry into loads that can be washed 1. together. (See page 8.) Prepare items for washing. (See page 8.) 2. Pretreat stains and heavy soil. (See page 9.) 3. Add laundry load to the washer. (See page 9.) 4. To run your washer, follow these basic steps: A...

7 Operating Instructions BEFORE USING YOUR WASHER Read the important instructions in this section of the Use and Care Guide before operating your washer. OPERATING YOUR WASHER Sort laundry into loads that can be 1. washed together. Sort items by recommended cycle and water temperature. Separate whit...

8 3. Pretreat stains 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 fi rst. Large items should not be more than half the total wash load. Washing single it...

9 Operating Instructions 5. Add laundry products to the dispenser. IMPORTANT Open and close the dispenser drawer slowly. Closing the drawer too quickly could result in early dispensing of the bleach or fabric softener. IMPORTANT Save the liquid cup insert for future use. DO NOT discard it while you ...

11 Operating Instructions 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 descrip-tions of each cycle. The es...

12 Operating Instructions Cycle Selection Turn the cycle selector in either direction to the cycle desired. The indicator for that cycle will be illuminated. Press on the cycle selector knob to extend it or return it fl ush to the console. Follow the fabric care label instructions on items to be was...

13 Operating Instructions Cycle Selection, continued DEEP CLEAN SANITIZE Use the deep clean sanitize cycle to clean and sanitize heavily soiled, colorfast fabrics including towels, bedding, and children’s clothing. It is recommended that you set your water heater to 120° F (49° C) or higher to ensur...

14 Operating Instructions Specialty Cycle Selection SPECIALTY CYCLES To access you washer’s Specialty Cycles: Press the button under the LCD corresponding • to specialty cycles . Rotate the cycle selector knob to scroll • through the list of available Specialty Cycles to choose from. Press the • sta...

15 Operating Instructions My Favorite Cycle To program a cycle with your preferred water tem-perature, spin speed, soil level and options, press and hold the my favorite button for 3 seconds. ACTIVE WEAR This cycle is designed for small loads of light-weight, synthetic apparel worn for working out, ...

16 Cycle Settings Operating Instructions The appropriate washing temperature will auto-matically be indicated for the cycle selected. NOTE To change the temperature once the cycle has begun, press the pause button, make the new selection and press start again. To change the temperature, press the Te...

17 Operating Instructions Suitable options will automatically be indicated when the cycle is selected. To add options , press the corresponding options buttons to illuminate the selections desired. To delete options , press the options buttons again and the indicator lights will turn off. Some Optio...

18 Operating Instructions Cycle Options, continued ADD STEAM Select this option to add approximately 20 min-utes of tumbling in steam during the wash cycle. It is recommended for heavily soiled loads to help enhance the release of tough stains from fabrics after initial agitation. NOTE Steam may not...

19 Cycle Chart Washer Settings Chart These temperature, spin speeds, soil levels and options are available with the following cycles: deep clean sanitize heavy duty whitest whites fast wash normal casual colors delicate aller gen rinse & spin specialty cycles jeans fast sanitize stuf fed toys pe...

20 Stain Removal Guide SAFE STAIN REMOVAL PROCEDURES To reduce the risk of fi re or serious injury to per-sons or property, comply with the basic warnings listed below: Read and comply with all instructions on stain • removal products. Keep stain removal products in their original • labeled containe...

21 Stain Removal Guide Stain Removal Suggestions STAIN TREATMENT Adhesive tape, chewing gum, rubber cement Apply ice. Scrape off excess. Place stain face down on paper towels. Saturate with prewash stain remover or nonfl ammable dry cleaning fl uid. Baby formula, dairy products, egg Use product cont...

23 Care & Cleaning 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. If there are no small children or pets present, • you may leave the door ajar when the washer is not in use. Leave the dispenser drawe...

25 Care & Cleaning IMPORTANT Do not store or place laundry products on top of washer at any time. They can damage the fi nish or controls. RV ANTIFREEZE Follow WINTERIZING INSTRUCTIONS for cold weather storage and care. When washing is completed, wipe top and • sides of washer with a damp cloth....

26 Solutions 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 SOLUTION...

27 Solutions to Common Problems Common Washing Problems, continued PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES Yellow buildup of body soil on synthetic fabrics Agitation time too short. • Wash water temperature too • low.Not enough detergent. • Soak in detergent booster or • product contai...

28 Solutions to Common Problems OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION NOISE High pitch “jet engine” noise. A certain amount of motor whine is nor-mal during the spin cycle. Rattling and clanking noise. Foreign objects such as coins or safety pins may be in drum or pump. Stop washer and check drum. If n...

29 Solutions to Common Problems OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION WATER Water collects in folds of the bellows at the end of the cycle. This is a result of the washing action and is part of the normal operation of the washer. Water collects in bleach and fabric softener com-partments. This is a res...

30 Warranty Information Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your original date of purchase, Electrolux will repair or replace any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used, and maintai...