Electrolux EWFLS70JIW1 User manual

Electrolux
EN FRONT LOAD WASHER
FR LAVEUSE A CHARGEMENT FRONTAL
I=S LAVADORA DE CARGA FRONTAL
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATtON
INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACION
137381200A July 2013

important Safety instructions
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:
/_' WARNmNG This symbol alerts you to situa-
tions that may cause serious body
harm, death or property damage.
/'_ CAUTION This symbol alerts you to situa-
tions that may cause bodily injury
or property damage.
l WARNING 1
RISK OF FIRE - Read all of the following instructions before installing and using this appliance:
Destroy the carton and plastic bags after the dryer is unpacked. Children might use them for play. Cartons
covered with rugs, bedspreads, or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers causing suffocation. Place
all materials in a garbage container or make materials inaccessible to children.
For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explo-
sion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life. Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
Install the washer according to the manufacturer's instructions and local codes.
The electrical service to the washer must conform with local codes and ordinances and the latest edi-
tion of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or in Canada, the Canadian electrical code C22.1
part 1.
To avoid back or other injury, have more than one person move or lift the washer.
Do not stack a dryer on top of washer already installed on pedestal. Do not stack washer on top of
dryer. Do not stack washer on top of another washer.
The instructions in this manual and all other literature included with this dryer are not meant to cover
every possible condition and situation that may occur. Good safe practice and caution MUST be ap-
plied when installing, operating and maintaining any appliance.
Save these instructions for future reference.
TaMe of contents
Important Safety Instructions ......................................... 2
Installation Requirements ............................................ 3-5
Installed Dimensions ...................................................... 6
Installation Instructions ............................................. 7-11
Reversing Door ........................................................ 12-17
Options ......................................................................... 18
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Installation Requirements
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Installation Instructions are part of our commitment
to customer satisfaction and product quality
throughout the life of your new appliance.
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1-877-4ELECTROLUX (1-877-435-3287) and in
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PreoinstaHation requirements
Tools and materials needed for installation:
OR OROR
Optional Adjustable 3/8" or 10 mm Ratchet and
universal wrench wrench box wrench socket set
Inlet hose (x2)
AND
Adjustable
pliers
AND
Carpenter's level

Installation Requirements
E ectrica[ system requirements
CIRCUIT - Individual, properly polarized and
grounded 15 amp. branch circuit fused with 15
amp. time delay fuse or circuit breaker.
POWER SUPPLY - 2 wire, with ground, 120 volt
single phase, 60 Hz, Alternating Current.
OUTLET RECEPTACLE - Properly grounded
3-prong receptacle to be located so the power
supply cord is accessible when the washer is in
an installed position.
wal Do not, under
any circumstances,
cut, remove,
or bypassthe
grounding prong.
Powercord with
3-prong grounded plug
Grounding requirements
supply cord having an equipment-grounding
conductor and a grounding plug, the plug
MUST be plugged into an appropriate, copper
wired receptacle that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances or in the absence of local codes,
with the National Electrical Codes, ANSI/NFPA
70 (latest edition). If in doubt, call a licensed
electrician. DO NOT cut off or alter the grounding
prong on the power supply cord. In situations
where a two-slot receptacle is present, it is
the owner's responsibility to have a licensed
electrician replace it with a properly grounded
three prong grounding type receptacle.
Water supply requirements
Hot and cold water faucets MUST be installed
within hose length of your washer's water inlet. The
faucets MUST be 3/4 inch (1.9 cm) with thread-
ing for laundry hose connection. Water pressure
MUST be between 30 and 120 psi. Pressure differ-
ence between hot and cold cannot be more than
10 psi. Your water department can advise you of
your water pressure.
Drain system requirements
1. Drain capable of eliminating 17 gals (64.3 L) per
minute.
2. A standpipe diameter of 1-1/4 in. (3.18 cm)
minimum.
3. The standpipe height above the floor should be:
Minimum height: 24 in. (61 cm)
Maximum height: 96 in. (244 cm)
96"
(244cm)
max.
1. The washer MUST be grounded. In the event
of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will
reduce the risk of electrical shock by a path of
least resistance for electrical current.
2. Since your washer is equipped with a power

Installation Requirements
Clearance requirements
MINIMUM INSTALLATION CLEARANCES - Inches (cm)
SIDES REAR TOP FRONT
Alcove 0" (0 cm) 0" (0 cm)* 0" (0 cm) n/a
Under-
Counter 0" (0 cm) 0" (0 cm)* 0" (0 cm) n/a
Closet 0" (0 cm) 0" (0 cm)* 0" (0 cm) 1" (2.5 cm)
INSTALLATION IN A RECESS OR CLOSET
If washer and dryer are installed in the same
closet, door ventilation is required: A minimum of
120 square inches (774.2 cm 2)of opening, equally
divided at the top and bottom of the door, is
required. Louvered openings should be located 3
inches (7.6 cm) from bottom and top of door. Air
openings are required to be unobstructed when a
door is installed. A Iouvered door with equivalent
air openings for the full length of the door is
acceptable.
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66 sq. in.
{387.1 cm 2}
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{387.1 cm 2}
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Installation Requirements
Washer dimensions
53.5" (136 cm)*
to clear open door
freestand washer
on floor
floor lin_
washer mounted on
optional pedestal
floor line
31.5" (79.5 cm)* ----------4_
to front of c osed door
water su
connection on
rear of unit
drain hose on
rear of unit 3
_t-- 27.0" --(68.5 cm) fl T
38.0"
(96.5 cm)
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53.25"
(135.5 cm)
53.5" (136 cm)*
to clear open door
floor lin
75.75"
(192.5 cm) water supply
connection on
rear of unit _
gas supply
pipe on rear
of gas unit
39.0"
(99 cm)
÷
electrical
supply on
rear of unit 3
centerline
L . _ height for
rear vent
drain hose on
power cord on
rear of unit_
*Connection of water inlet hose on steam dryer adds 3/4 in. (2 cm) to installation depth.
_Power supply cord length on washer approximately 60 inches (152.5 cm).
2Drain hose length on washer approximately 59 inches (150 cm).
SPower supply cord length on gas dryer approximately 60 inches (152.5 cm).
41.0"
(105 cm)

Unpackin Washer
Removing foam packaging
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1. Temporarily remove door tape.
2. Open washer door and remove everything from
the drum.
3. Close door and reapply door tape.
4. Using a rug, blanket or piece of cardboard to
protect the floor, carefully lay the washer on it's
back.
5. Remove styrofoam base and shipping plug and
set them aside.
6. Carefully return the washer to an upright posi-
tion.
7. Carefully move the washer to within 4 feet (1 m)
of its final location.

Unpacking Washer
Removing shipping hardware
i1 SHIPPING FORK
::::2
m 5 P CLAMPS • 5 SPACER
_ BOLTS
Remove all of the following:
1 SHIPPING FORK ® 5 SPACERS
m5PCLAMPS 05BOLTS
Installing hole plugs
Locate 7 hole plugs in the small bag supplied
with washer instruction guides. Insert them in
the holes in washer back panel.
/
A 7 HOLE PLUGS
(IN BAG)

Installation instructions
Leveling your washer
Excessive noise and vibration can be prevented by
properly leveling the washer.
1. For free standing installation and with the washer
within 4 feet (1 m) of its final location, place a level
on top of the washer, a
2. Use the universal wrench to adjust the leveling
legs so the washer is level front-to-rear and side-
to-side, and stable corner-to-corner.
3. Press down on alternate corners and sides and
feel for the slightest movement. Adjust the appro-
priate leg(s) so the washer sits solidly on the floor
on ALL four legs. Keep the leveling leg extension
at a minimum for best performance of the washer.
lower
Connecting inlet water
1. Run some water from the hot and cold faucets to
flush the water lines and remove particles that might ar-_-_vT-_
clog the water valve screens and to determine which _p_. / /1_-
faucet is hot and which is cold supply.
_:_ USE ONLY NEW
/"_'_'-_ HOSES
RUBBER WASHERS "_'\_",
MUST BE PRESENT " "
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2. Connect the HOT inlet hose to the HOT inlet con-
nection on the washer and the COLD inlet hose to
the COLD inlet connection on the washer. Tighten by
hand until snug. Then tighten each supply connec-
tion another 2/3 turn with pliers. Do not cross thread
or over-tighten these connections.
3. Connect the HOT inlet hose to the HOT water supply
and the COLD inlet hose to the COLD water supply.
Tighten by hand until snug. Then tighten each supply
connection another 2/3 turn with pliers. Do not bend,
kink or pinch water inlet hoses.
4. Turn on the water and check for leaks.
HOT COLD

installation instructions
Connecting drain and electrical
,
Locate the anti-siphon ring shipped with your
washer. Place it over the end of the drain hose and
slide it past the first ring of "accordion" ribs.
Form a "U" shape on the end of the drain hose with
the hose pointed toward the drain. Place the formed
end in a laundry tub or a standpipe and secure the
drain hose with the cable tie (provided in the enclo-
sure package) to the standpipe, inlet hose, laundry
tub, etc. so the hose does not pull out from the force
of the water.
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3. Plug the power cord into a grounded outlet.
Groundi
wallrece
Powercordwith
3_pronggrounded p!ug
CABLE TIE
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4. Turn on the power at a circuit breaker/fuse box.
5. Carefully slide the washer to its final position. Re-
check for level and rock corners for stability. Re-
move and discard door tape.
6. Read the Use & Care Guide provided with the
washer. It contains valuable and helpful information
that will save you time and money.
7. See the next page about performing a brief, helpful
"Installation Cycle" on your new washer.
8. If you have any questions during initial operation,
please review the "Service Prevention Checklist" in
your Use & Care Guide before calling for service.
9. Place these instructions in a location near the
washer for future reference.

Installation Instructions
Pe orm+ng +nsta++at+on Cyc+e
With your washer in final location, perform an Installation Cycle to assist in proper installation.
If your washer has this console:
1. Empty washer's drum and close door.
2. After you plug in the washer the first time: wake up
the washer by pressing any button, rotate cycle knob
to cycle one up from lower right position (1), press the
start button (3) and then the cancel button (4).
3. Wake up the washer again by pressing any button,
then immediately and simultaneously press and hold
buttons 2a and 2b for 5 seconds, or until the LCD
display changes.
4.The LCD window will display IT'ISTRL IEMIELE and
show estimated time of cycle completion. Press the
start button (3).The Installation Cycle will automati-
cally perform various diagnostic routines. At cycle
completion, the LCD window may display IT'ISTRL
F'RSS!, meaning your new washer is properly installed
and ready for use. If it prompts an action such as T'IO
WRTER, CHECH HOSES or CRLL SERtJICE
877 H35 3287, review the installation steps and
make the necessary corrections before you attempt to
use the washer.
5. Your washer will exit the Installation Cycle and return
to normal operation the next time you wake it up.
6. Please read the Use & Care Guide and enjoy your new
premium washer!
If your washer has this console:
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1.After you plug in the washer the first time: wake up
the washer by pressing any button and then follow the
prompts on the LCD User Interface, including lan-
guage selection.
2.The Installation Cycle will automatically perform vari-
ous diagnostic routines. At cycle completion, the LCD
window may display ITISTRL. PR55!, meaning your
new washer is properly installed and ready for use. If
it prompts an action such as nO LIJRTEIR, CHECH
HOSE5 or CRLL 5ERtJIEE 877 H3S 3287,
review the installation steps and make the necessary
corrections before you attempt to use the washer.
3. Your washer will exit the Installation Cycle and return
to normal operation the next time you wake it up.
4. Please read the Use & Care Guide and enjoy your new
premium washer!

Reversing Door
Preparing to reverse door swing
1 Be sure you have adequate swing area before reversing door.
2 You will need a screw driver with a #2 square bit.
3 Protect flat work surface, such as top of washer or floor near
washer, with a soft cloth or towel.
4 Be sure washer is unplugged from power source!
Tools needed:
Screwdrivers with
#2 square &
straight bit
Removing door and hardware
A) Removing Trim Ring
1 Open the door to a 90 degree angle.
2 Remove and save the trim plug and long,
course-thread, panhead screw.
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Close the door.
Rotate the door trim approximately 3A"
counter-clockwise and pull it away from the
front of the door.
B) Removing Door from Hinge
1Reopen door to 90 degree angle.
Remove 4 long, course-thread, counter-sunk
hinge screws from door.
3 While supporting the weight of the door
with both hands, separate the door from the
hinge.
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Gently place the door face down on a flat,
covered work surface.

Reversing Door
C) Removing Hinge from Front Panel
1 With the hinge in open position, remove 2
short, course-thread, panhead screws on
hinge olate.
2Remove 3 short, fine-thread, counter-sunk
screws in hinge side.
3 Slide the hinge toward the center of the front
panel, and then pivot the hinge inward while
slowly pulling it away from the front panel to
expose the attached harness.
4 Lift up on the tab and the release harness
from the retainer, allowing the harness to lay
outside the front panel.
D) Removing Door Lock from Front Panel
1 Remove 2 short, course-thread, panhead
screws from the door lock.
2Slide the lock toward the outer edge of the
front panel. Pivot the lock slightly outward
while slowly pulling it through opening to
expose the attached harness.
3 Release the harness from the terminal with
the small lever on back of the lock. Separate
the harness from the lock, allowing the
harness to lay outside the front panel.

Reversing Door
Reversing door and hardware
E) Reattaching Door Lock to Front Panel
1 Rotate the door lock and move it to the
opposite opening.
2 Connect the harness to the door lock by
inserting it in the terminal and firmly pushing
it in place.
Insert the harness connection through the
front panel first, and then pivot the lock until
it is flush. Slide the lock toward the center of
the front panel until the screw holes line up.
4 Secure the lock with 2 short, course-thread,
panhead screws.
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F) Reattaching Hinge to Front Panel
1 Rotate the hinge and move it to the opposite
opening.
2 Connect the harness to the hinge retainer
by inserting it in the retention terminal and
gently pushing until you hear the fastening
tab click.
3 Gently pull on the harness to be sure it is
secure.
Use the side locating pins to align the hinge
and install 1 short, fine-thread, counter-sunk
screw in the center hole of hinge side.
5 Install the other 2 short, fine-thread, counter-
sunk screws in the upper and lower holes of
hinge side.
6 Install 2 short, course-thread, panhead
screws through hinge plate.

Reversing Door
G) Removing Striker Plate
1 Remove 2 long, course-thread, counter-sunk
screws and striker plate.
2 Set the striker plate to the side for later.
H) Removing Latch Indicator
Insert flat blade screwdriver into open slot of
latch indicator.
2 Gently pry upward to release tab.
I) Removing Hole Plug
1 Insert flat blade screwdriver into open slot of
hole plug.
2 Gently pry upward to release tab.
3 Pull the hole plug out and set it aside.
3 Pull the indicator out and set it aside.

Reversing Door
J) Reinserting Latch Indicator
1 Rotate the latch indicator and move it to the
opposite hole in the door.
2 Firmly insert the two small tabs on either
side of the latch indicator into the two slots
on either side of the hole in the door.
insert tab
Firmly press downward on the indicator until
the tab snaps in place.
K) Reattaching Striker Plate
1 Rotate the striker plate and move it to the
opposite side of door above the indicator.
Reattach with 2 long, course-thread,
counter-sunk screws.
L) Reinserting Hole Plug
1 Rotate the hole plug and move it to the
opposite hole in the door.
2 Firmly insert the two small tabs on either
side of the hole plug into the two slots on
either side of the hole in the door.
insert tab
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insert tab
Firmly press downward on the hole plug until
the tab snaps in place.
and snap

Reversing Door
Reattaching door and hardware
M) Reattaching Door Assembly
1 Open the hinge to a 90 degree angle.
2 Install the door onto the hinge locating pins.
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3 Secure the door with 4 long, course-thread.
counter-sunk screws.
O) Reinstalling Trim Ring
1 CIosethe door.
2 Orient the trim so 12 position is
approximately 3A"to the left of top center.
The opening in the trim nng should be on the
hinge side.
3 Insert the trim ring in the slots and rotate it
clockwise approximately 3A".
P) Reinstalling Trim Plug
1 Open the door to a 90 degree angle.
2 Install the trim plug with 1 long, course-
thread, panhead screw.
4 Close the door and test the operation of the
latch.
N) Reversing Trim Ring
1 Trim ring orientation _smarked on the back.
2 Remove the trim ring cover plate. To remove
the cover plate from the right, pivot point is
up. To remove the cover plate from the left,
pivot point is down.
Q) Plug in washer and continue operation.
3 Rotate the trim ring cover plate and move
it to the opposite opening in the trim and
reinsert.

Options
MATCHING STORAGE PEDESTAL*
Island White Pedestal- P/N EPWD151W
Mediterranean Blue Pedestal- P/N EPWD15MB
Silver Sands Pedestal - P/N EPWD15SS
Red Hot Red Pedestal - P/N EPWD15RR
A storage pedestal accessory, specifically designed for
this washer may be used to elevate the dryer for ease
of use. This pedestal will add about 15" (38.1cm)to the
height of your unit for a total height of 53" (134.62 cm).
*Other colors may be available. Contact the source where you
purchased your washer.
DRYER STACKING KIT
P/N STACKIT4X
Depending on the model you purchased, a kit for stacking
a matching dryer on top of this washer may have been
included in the initial purchase of your dryer. If your
model did not include a stacking kit or you desire another
stacking kit, you may order one.
INLET HOSE KITS
Please call 866-233-8353 (in Canada, 800-265-8352)
to explore hose kit options that will meet your specific
installation needs.
DRAIN HOSE EXTENSION KIT
P/N 137098000
In order to reach standpipe heights or distances beyond
the reach of the drain hose supplied, order the DRAIN
HOSE EXTENSION KIT.
MOBILE HOME iNSTALLATION KiT
P/N 137067200
Installation in a mobile home requires the use of a
MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION KIT.
UNIVERSAL APPLIANCE WRENCH
P/N 137019200
A UNIVERSAL APPLIANCE WRENCH is available to aid
in dryer/washer/pedestal feet adjustment.
TOUCH UP PAINT PENS
islandWhite Touch Up Pen - P/N 5304468812
Mediterranean Blue Touch Up Pen- P/N 5304468813
Silver SandsTouch Up Pen - P/N 5304468814
Red Hot RedTouch Up Pen - P/N 5304471226
*Other colors may be available. Contact the source where you
purchased your washer.
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Replacement paAs in U.S. and Canada:
If replacements parts are needed for your washer, you
can contact the source where you purchased your
washer, call 1-877-4ELECTROLUX (1-877-435-3287)
in the U.S. or 1-800-265-8352 in Canada, or visit
our website, www.electroluxappliances.com, for the
Electrolux Authorized Parts Distributor nearest you.

Electrolux
EN FRONT LOAD WASHER
FR LAVEUSE A CHARGEMENT FRONTAL
I=S LAVADORA DE CARGA FRONTAL
USE AND CARE GUIDE
GUIDE D'UTILISATtON ET D'ENTRETIEN
GUiA DE USO Y CUIDADO

Mesures de s6curit6 importantes
Sachez reconna_tre les symboles, les aver=
tissements et les _tiquettes de s_curit_.
Les mesures de securit6 present6es dans ce guide
sont identifiees par le mot AVERTISSEMENT ou AT-
TENTION selon le type de risque present6.
Z_ AVERTISSEMENTce symbole vous avertit
propos des situations pouvant causer des dommages
materiels, des blessures graves ou m_me la mort.
ATTENTIONce symbole vous avertit a pro-
pos des situations pouvant causer des dommages
mat@iels ou des blessures.
AVERTISSEMENT
RISQUE D'INCENDIE - Lisez toutes les instructions de securit6 suivantes avant d'installer et d'utiliser
votre appareil :
Detruisez le carton d'emballage et les sacs en plastique apres avoir deball6 I'appareil. Les enfants pour-
raient les utiliser pour jouer. Le carton recouvert de tapis, les couvertures et les feuilles de plastique peuvent
@reetanches a I'air et provoquer la suffocation. Deposez tousles materiaux d'emballage dans un conteneur
dechets ou faites en sorte que les enfants ne puissent y avoir acces.
Pour votre securit6, I'information contenue dans ces instructions dolt _tre suivie afin de reduire les
risques d'incendie ou d'explosion ou pour prevenir les dommages mat@iels, les blessures ou la mort.
Vous ne devez ni entreposer, ni utiliser d'essence ou d'autres vapeurs ou liquides inflammables
proximite de cet appareil ou de tout autre appareil electrom6nager.
Installez I'appareil conformement aux instructions du fabricant et aux codes Iocaux.
L'installation electrique de la laveuse dolt _tre conforme aux codes et aux reglements Iocaux ainsi qu'a la
toute derniere edition du National Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA 70), ou au Canada, au Code canadien de
I'electricit6 (C22.1, article 1).
Pour eviter les blessures au dos ou d'autres types de blessure, demandez I'aide d'autres personnes
pour deplacer ou soulever la laveuse.
Ne superposez pas une secheuse sur une laveuse deja installee sur un socle. Ne superposez pas une
laveuse sur une secheuse. Ne superposez pas une laveuse sur une autre laveuse.
Les instructions comprises dans ce guide et toute autre documentation fournie avec cet appareiI ne sont
pas con(_ues pour couvrir toutes les 6ventualites ou situations qui pourraient survenir. Vous DEVEZ faire
preuve de bon sens et de prudence durant I'installation, I'utilisation et I'entretien de tout appareil menager.
QUE FAIRE Sl VOUS DI_TECTEZ UNE ODEUR DE GAZ :
• Ne mettez pas d'appareil en marche.
• Ne touchez a aucun commutateur electrique; n'utilisez aucun tel6phone de votre domicile.
t_vacuez la piece, le b_timent ou la zone touchee.
En utilisant le telephone d'un voisin, appelez immediatement le fournisseur de gaz. Suivez ses instructions.
Si vous ne pouvez joindre votre fournisseur de gaz, appelez les pompiers.
Conservez ces instructions pour vous yreporter uit_rieurernent.
Table des mati@es
Mesures de securit6 importantes ................................... 2
Exigences d'installation ............................................... 3-5
Dimensions de I'installation ............................................ 6
Instructions d'installation .......................................... 7-12
Inversion de la porte ................................................ 13-18
Options ......................................................................... 19
Remarques ................................................................... 20
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