Electrolux IQ-Touch Wave-Touch EIFLW55H Operating manual

WASHER SERVICE MANUAL #5995523536 2008 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Wave-Touch™ and IQ-Touch™ Front-Load Washer
Models
EIFLW55H & EWFLW65H
Technical Service Manual

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Table of Contents .................................................... 1-2
Important Safety Instructions .................................. 1-4
Prevent Fire.............................................................. 1-4
Protect Children ...................................................... 1-4
Prevent Injury .......................................................... 1-4
Prevent Injury and Damage To Washer .................. 1-5
Safe Servicing Practices.......................................... 1-5
Product Specification .............................................. 1-6
Serial Number Breakdown ...................................... 1-7
The Language of Laundry ...................................... 1-7
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) System........ 1-8
Water Level .............................................................. 1-8
Installation Cycle .................................................... 1-8
Component Description .......................................... 1-9
Door Lock Assembly Operation .............................. 1-9
Electronic Water Level Switch ................................ 1-9
Mass Damper Operation ........................................ 1-10
Drive Motor Operation ............................................ 1-10
Speed Control ........................................................ 1-10
Automatic Dispenser Operation .............................. 1-11
Oversudsing Detection ............................................ 1-13
Unbalance Sensing.................................................. 1-13
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Important Safety Instructions .................................. 2-2
Safety Precautions.................................................. 2-2
Tools and Materials Needed for Installation .......... 2-3
Electrical System Requirements ............................ 2-4
Grounding Requirements........................................ 2-4
Water Supply Requirements .................................. 2-5
Drain System Requirements .................................. 2-5
Removing Foam Packaging.................................... 2-5
Clearance Requirements ........................................ 2-6
Installation in a Recess or Closet .......................... 2-6
Installed Washer Dimensions.................................. 2-7
Removing Shipping Hardware................................ 2-8
Leveling Washer...................................................... 2-9
Connecting Inlet Water .......................................... 2-9
Connecting Drain and Electrical ............................ 2-10
Wave-Touch™ Installation Cycle............................ 2-11
IQ -Touch™ Installation Cycle ................................ 2-11
Reversing Door ...................................................... 2-12
Preparing to Reverse Door Swing .................... 2-12
Removing Trim Ring .......................................... 2-12
Removing Door from Hinge .............................. 2-12
Removing Hinge from Front Panel .................... 2-13
Removing Door Lock from Front Panel ............ 2-13
Reattaching Door Lock to Front Panel ............ 2-14
Reattaching Hinge to Front Panel .................... 2-14
Removing Striker Plate...................................... 2-15
Removing Latch Indicator ................................ 2-15
Removing Hole Plug.......................................... 2-16
Reinserting Latch Indicator .............................. 2-16
Reattaching Striker Plate .................................. 2-17
Reinserting Hole Plug........................................ 2-17
Reattaching Door Assembly.............................. 2-17
Reversing Trim Ring .......................................... 2-18
Reinstalling Trim Ring........................................ 2-18
Reinstalling Trim Plug........................................ 2-18
Accessories ............................................................ 2-19
Matching Storage Pedestal .............................. 2-19
Dryer Stacking Kit ............................................ 2-19
Drain Hose Extension Kit .................................. 2-19
Universal Appliance Wrench ............................ 2-19
Dryer Stacking Instructions .................................... 2-20
Kit Components ................................................ 2-20
Preparing Dryer for Stacking ............................ 2-20
Prepare Top Surface of Washer.............................. 2-21
Stacking Dryer ........................................................ 2-21
Removing Stacked Dryer........................................ 2-22
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Control Panel Wave-Touch™.................................. 3-2
Selecting the Appropriate Cycle and Settings
Overview ................................................................ 3-2
Wave-Touch™ Washer Cycle Chart ...................... 3-3
Control Panel IQ-Touch™ ...................................... 3-4
Selecting the Appropriate Cycle and Settings
Overview ................................................................ 3-4
IQ-Touch™ Washer Cycle Chart ............................ 3-5
Cycle Selection ...................................................... 3-6
Normal .............................................................. 3-6
Colors ................................................................ 3-6
Whites................................................................ 3-6
Heavy Duty ........................................................ 3-6
Deep Clean Sanitize .......................................... 3-7
Casual................................................................ 3-7
Active Wear ...................................................... 3-7
Fast Wash.......................................................... 3-7
Delicate.............................................................. 3-8
Hand Wash ........................................................ 3-8
Spin Only .......................................................... 3-8
My Favorite (IQ Touch™) .................................. 3-8
My Favorites (Wave Touch) .............................. 3-8
Wave Touch™ Washing/Rinsing Temperature .. 3-10
Spin Speed........................................................ 3-11
Soil Level .......................................................... 3-11
IQ Touch™ Washing/Rinsing Temperature ...... 3-11
Options .................................................................. 3-12
Eco Friendly ...................................................... 3-12
Stain Clean ........................................................ 3-12
Extra Rinse ........................................................ 3-12
Auto Temp ........................................................ 3-12
Continuous Wash Mode.................................... 3-13
Extra Spin.......................................................... 3-13
Prewash ............................................................ 3-13
Warm Rinse ...................................................... 3-13
Delay Start ........................................................ 3-13
User Interface Features .......................................... 3-14
Save as Favorite................................................ 3-14
Set Prefs............................................................ 3-14
User Guides ...................................................... 3-14
Stain Guides...................................................... 3-14
Control Lock...................................................... 3-14
Save as Favorite................................................ 3-15
Setting Preferences ................................................ 3-16
Custom Mode.................................................... 3-16
System Clean .................................................... 3-16
Reset (WaveTouch™) ........................................ 3-17
Reset (IQTouch™).............................................. 3-17

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Contrast ............................................................ 3-17
Brightness ........................................................ 3-18
Volume .............................................................. 3-18
Language .......................................................... 3-18
Cycle Description .............................................. 3-18
Status Display .................................................. 3-18
Install Cycle (WaveTouch™) .................................. 3-19
Install Cycle (IQ Touch™)........................................ 3-19
Diagnostics and Error Codes ................................ 3-20
Reading Error Codes .............................................. 3-20
To Clear Latest Stored Error Code ........................ 3-20
Diagnostic Test ...................................................... 3-21
To Start the Diagnostic Test .............................. 3-21
Exiting Diagnostic Mode .................................. 3-21
Error Code Chart .................................................... 3-22
Error Code Test Chart ............................................ 3-23
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Warnings and Cautions .......................................... 4-2
Door Components .................................................. 4-3
Door Trim Ring ................................................ 4-3
Door Assembly ................................................ 4-3
Striker Plate ...................................................... 4-4
Inner Door Glass .............................................. 4-4
Latch Indicator .................................................. 4-4
Outer Door Glass .............................................. 4-5
Door Hinge ...................................................... 4-5
Door Lock Assembly ........................................ 4-6
Bellows .................................................................. 4-6
Reinstalling or Replacing the Bellows .................... 4-7
Interior Light............................................................ 4-8
Top Panel ................................................................ 4-8
Vibration Dampener ................................................ 4-8
Detergent Drawer Removal and Breakdown .......... 4-9
Console Panel ........................................................ 4-9
Control Assembly Removal and Breakdown.......... 4-10
Front Panel.............................................................. 4-11
Controller Assembly................................................ 4-11
Weight Ring ............................................................ 4-12
Water Inlet / Overflow Vent Tube Grommet............ 4-12
Overflow /Vent Tube .............................................. 4-13
Water Inlet Valve Assembly .................................... 4-13
Water Inlet Screen .................................................. 4-14
Top Rear Brace ...................................................... 4-14
External Drain Hose................................................ 4-14
Detergent Cavity Assembly .................................... 4-15
Detergent Dispenser Outlet Hose .......................... 4-15
Power Cord ............................................................ 4-16
Rear Access Cover ................................................ 4-16
Suspension Spring.................................................. 4-16
Top Center Brace.................................................... 4-17
Electric Water Level Sensor.................................... 4-17
Drain Pump ............................................................ 4-17
Drive Belt ................................................................ 4-18
Large Pulley ............................................................ 4-18
Drive Motor ............................................................ 4-18
Speed Control Board Assembly ............................ 4-19
Air Bell .................................................................... 4-19
Heating Element .................................................... 4-20
Air Shock Absorber ................................................ 4-20
Tub Assembly ........................................................ 4-21
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Troubleshooting Chart ............................................ 5-2
Component Resistance Chart ................................ 5-6
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Wiring Diagram Models
EWFLW65H & EIFLW55H ...................................... 6-2
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• Do not wash items that have been previously
cleaned in, soaked in, or spotted with gaso-
line, cleaning solvents, kerosene, cooking oils,
waxes, etc. Do not store these items on or
near the washer. These substances give off
vapors or chemical reactions that could ignite
or explode.
• Do not put oily or greasy rags or clothing on
top of the washer. These substances give off
vapors that could ignite the materials.
• Do not add gasoline, cleaning solvents, or
other flammable or explosive substances to
the wash water. These substances give off
vapors that could ignite or explode.
• Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may
be produced in a hot water system that has
not been used for 2 weeks or more.
HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot
water system has not been used for such a
period, before using the washer, turn on all hot
water faucets and let the water flow from each
for several minutes. This will 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.
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• Do not allow children to play on or in the
washer. Close supervision of children is
necessary when the washer is used near
children. As children grow, teach them the
proper, safe use of all appliances.
• Destroy the carton, plastic bag and other
packing materials after the washer is
unpacked. Children might use them for play.
Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads or
plastic sheets can become airtight chambers.
• Keep laundry products out of children’s reach.
To prevent personal injury, observe all
warnings on product labels.
• Before the washer is removed from service or
discarded, remove the washer door to prevent
accidental entrapment.
• Failure to comply with these warnings could
result in serious personal injuries.
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• To prevent shock hazard and assure stability
during operation, the washer must be installed
and electrically grounded by a qualified service
person in accordance with local codes.
Installation instructions are packed in the
washer for installer’s reference. Refer to
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for detailed
grounding procedures. If the washer is moved
to a new location, have it checked and
reinstalled by a qualified service person.
• To prevent personal injury or damage to the
washer, the electrical power cord of the
washer must be plugged into a properly
grounded and polarized 3-prong outlet. The
third grounding prong must never be removed.
Never ground the washer to a gas pipe. Do not
use an extension cord or an adapter plug.
• Follow package directions when using laundry
products. Incorrect usage can produce
poisonous gas resulting in serious injury or
death.
• Do not combine laundry products for use in 1
load unless specified on the label.
• Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or
acids such as vinegar.
The service technician should be aware of the safety instructions below to make sure the customer is
operating the washer in accordance to the Use and Care Manual.

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To prevent serious personal injury and damage to
the washer:
• All repairs and servicing must be performed by
an authorized servicer unless specifically
recommended in the 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
floor to prevent vibration or movement.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect
this 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 cycle
selector knob and allow the drum to coast to a
complete stop before reaching inside.
• This washer is equipped with an electrical
overload protector. The motor will stop if it
becomes overheated. The washer will auto-
matically restart after a cool down period of up
to 30 minutes, if the washer has not been
manually turned off during this time.
• Failure to comply with these warnings could
result in serious personal injuries.
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1. DO NOT attempt a product repair if you have
any doubts as to your ability to complete the
repair in a safe and satisfactory manner.
2. Always Use The Correct Replacement Parts as
indicated in the parts documentation.
Substitutions may defeat compliance with
Safety Standards Set For Home Appliances.
3. Before servicing or moving an appliance:
• Remove power cord from the electrical
outlet, trip circuit breaker to the OFF position,
or remove fuse.
• Turn off water supply.
4. Never interfere with the proper operation of
any safety device.
5. Use ONLY REPLACEMENT PARTS
CATALOGED FOR THIS APPLIANCE.
Substitutions may defeat compliance with
Safety Standards Set For Home Appliances.
6. GROUNDING: The standard color coding for
safety ground wires is GREEN, or GREEN with
YELLOW STRIPES. Ground leads are not to be
used as current carrying conductors.
It is EXTREMELY important that the service
technician reestablish all safety grounds prior
to completion of service. Failure to do so will
create a hazard.
7. Prior to returning the product to service,
ensure that:
• All electrical connections are correct and
secure.
• All electrical leads are properly dressed and
secured away from sharp edges, high
temperature components, and moving parts.
• All non-insulated electrical terminals,
connectors, heaters, etc. are adequately
spaced away from all metal parts and panels.
• All safety grounds (both internal and external)
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• All panels are properly and securely
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White and 1 Premium Color
Smooth Glide on Drawers & Dispenser
Largest Capacity (4.7 cu.ft. IEC)
Push2Open: Door, Dispenser, Pedestal
Inclined Axis with 1200 RPM
Electrolux Blue LEDs
Custom Cycles Including My Favorite
Intelligent and Adaptive LCD Controls
Quiet (52-72 dBA) and Low Vibration
Best in Class Vibration and 2nd Floor Installation
Ready
11 cycles with My Favorite and NSF Sanitary
ATC with Heater, 5 Soil Levels, 5 Temps and 5
Spin Speeds, 14 Hour Delay Start
CEE Tier 3 for Super Efficient Appliances
Fastest Cycle Time
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NSF Certified Deep Clean Sanitize
Heavy Duty
Whites
Colors
Normal
Casual – Use for Permanent press items
Quick Wash – Fastest cycle in the industry
Delicates – Gentler than any cycle available
Hand Wash
Spin Only
My Favorite – Programmable by consumer
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Up to 14 hour delay start – use this to save $ by
running in off peak energy demand hours
Control Lock – to prevent accidental operation by
children
5 Temperature Selections
5 Spin Speed Selections
3 Soil Level Selections
ATC – Automatic Temperature Control
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2 Premium Colors
Enhanced LCD Controls with larger trilingual
display
1350 RPM
Quiet (52-72 dBA)
Multiple User Mode – 3 User Modes with Favorite
and Custom Cycles
11 Standard + 3 Favorite Cycles with custom
settings to reach 42 Total Cycles
Enhanced ATC Control with on/off selection
22 hour delay start
Drum Light with Manual Switch
More efficient with Higher MEF
Fastest Cycle Time
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Heavy Duty
Whites
Colors
Normal
Active Wear – Use for sports/workout gear
Casual – Use for permanent press items
Quick Wash – Fastest cycle in the industry
Delicates – Gentler than any cycle available
Hand Wash
Spin Only
My Favorites – 3 favorites Programmable by
consumer
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Up to 22 hour delay start – use this to save $ by
running in off peak energy demand hours
Automatic Control Lock – to prevent accidental
operation by children
5 Temperature Selections
6 Spin Speed Selections
4 Soil Level Selections
ATC – Automatic Temperature Control with addi-
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Each model follows the following nomenclature:
E ..................for Electrolux
I ..................for IQ Touch
W ..................for Wave Touch
FLW ..............for Front Load Washer
ED ................for Electric Dryer
GD ................for Gas Dryer
MED/MGD ....Steam Electric/Steam Gas Dryer
P ....................for Pedestal
The Language of Laundry
Machine Wash
Instructions
Special
Care
Bleaching
Instructions
Dryer
Instructions
Ironing
Instructions
Dry
Cleaning
Bleach
asNeeded
Non-chlorine
Bleach asNeeded
DO NOT
Bleach
Hand
Wash
DO NOT
Wring
Normal
Wash
Permanent
Press
Gentle
Cycle
DO NOT
Machine Wash
Cold
(<85ºF)
Warm
(<105ºF)
Hot
(<120ºF)
Hot
(<140ºF)
Low Heat
Med. Heat
High Heat
DO NOT
Steam
DO NOT
Iron
Dry Clean
Dry Clean
w/ Any
Solvent
Dry Clean
w/Petroleum
Solvent
Dry Clean
w/Solvents
Other Than
Trichloroethylene
DO NOT
Dry Clean
DO NOT
Machine Dry
Line Dry
Drip Dry
Dry Flat
Dry in
Shade
Normal
Dry
Permanent
Press
Gentle
Setting
DO NOT
Tumble Dry
No Heat
Low Heat
Normal/
Med. Heat
High
Heat
Serial Number Breakdown
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Incremented unit number
Production Week
Last Digit of Production Year
Product Identication
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This method of temperature control uses a thermistor input from the drum water Negative Temperature
Coefficient Thermistor to sense the water temperature in the drum. It also controls the amount of hot
water used for a given fill and temperature selection.
The following are the temperature ranges for the wash/rinse cycles:
Temperature Setting Temperature Range
Sanitize 67°C (152°F) +/- 5°C
Hot 55°C (131°F) +/- 5°C
Eco Hot 45°C (113°F) +/- 5°C
Warm 29°C (84°F) +/- 4°C
Eco Warm 27°C (81°F) +/- 3°C
Warm Rinse 24°C (75°F) +/- 3°C
Cold 15°C (59°F) +/- 5°C
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The spinner tub vanes must not be in water during this check.
Check is taken at the back and center of the washgroup.
Water Pressure must be between 20 and 120 P.S.I.
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This cycle checks the basic functionality of the unit. It also verifies that the water hoses have been
hooked up properly, hot to hot and cold to cold. To verify that the hoses have been hooked up properly,
the unit turns on the hot water valve until the water reaches 130 mm (5.11 inches) in height. The
temperature in the drum has to increase from ambient to a specified value for the algorithm to recognize
the water lines have been properly hooked up. If the temperature doesn’t increase to the specified value
either within the 130 mm fill level or a given amount of time, the “CHECK HOSES” warning will be
displayed, the machine will drop out of the install cycle and drain what water has accumulated. When this
happens verify that the hoses were properly connected and if they have been, then push the Cancel
button (clears the message) and the unit is ready for use.
If water remains in the unit after following the procedure above, move the cycle knob to the Drain Spin
Cycle and drain the rest of the water from the tub. When the drum starts moving, the water has been
completely drained and the cycle can then be cancelled.
Water Height In
Drum
1.75 +/- 0.5 In.
4.45 +/-1.27cm
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The door lock has a push push mechanism that is
either in the latched position, where the strike is in
the cam, or an unlatched position, where the strike
is not in the cam.
When in the locked position, the user can push the
Start/ Pause button which activates a solenoid
causing the door to lock. When the Start/ Pause
button or Cancel button is pushed, the solenoid is
activated again causing the door to unlock. The
solenoid does not require a constant current, but
only an impulse to lock or unlock. If the door lock
is locked when the power goes out, there is a
manual override switch in the back of the door
lock assembly to unlock the door lock. When the
door lock assembly is mounted in the front panel
on the right (when facing the front panel) the
manual override switch lever would need to be
pulled up, and when assembled on the left, the
lever would be pushed down.
There is a child entrapment safety feature that
allows a child to push from the inside of the unit
with less than 15 pounds of force and the door will
open, but only when the door is unlocked.
When in the unlatched position, there is one
electrical and two mechanical features that prevent
the door lock from being able to lock.
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The electronic water level sensor is mounted to the
right side panel under the top of the washer and
controls the water level in the washer.
The electronic water level sensor is made up of an
electronic board and a bellow inside a sealed
chamber. The chamber is connected by a hose to
the air bell located at the bottom of the washer
attached to the drain boot. The electronic board
reads the pressure in the bellow and converts it
into an electronic signal. This signal is then sent to
the control board which governs the incoming
water by connecting or disconnecting a neutral line
to the water solenoids.
Bottom of
Wash Tub
Electronic Water
Level Sensor
Manual Override
Lever For Door Lock
Air Bell
Drain Boot
Hose
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The mass damper is a simple assembly consisting
of a heavy mass supported by gel. This device
reduces cabinet vibration through the dissipation
of energy coming from “gel” deformation. The use
of the mass damper is effective for a wide range of
drum speeds and installation conditions.
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The motor is an induction, three phase AC motor
that varies speeds when the voltage from the
speed control board varies in frequency and
amount. The motor has a tachogenerator that
inputs the speed of the motor to the speed control
board.
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The speed control board is mounted to the base
plate of the washer in the left rear corner of the
washer. The speed control board controls the
following operations:
1. The speed of the drive motor is controlled by
converting input line to neutral single phase 60
Hertz voltage, to a varying frequency, three
phase output voltage from zero to 300 VAC.
By varying the amount, frequency, and polarity
of the voltage and comparing the input from
the tachogenerator on the drive motor, the
speed control board can operate the drive
motor at a preprogrammed speed and
direction.
2. The balance of the load in the washer is
monitored during the spin cycle by converting
the sine wave from the tachogenerator to
square waves and comparing the distance
between the square waves. If this distance
exceeds a specified parameter, the wash load
is determined to be unbalanced and the
washer responds accordingly.
Mass
Damping support (by gel)
Mass
Concrete
Mass Damper
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The automatic dispenser for the detergent, liquid
bleach and fabric softener system is made up of
the dispenser cavity, and a removable drawer with
four cavities: one for pre-wash, one for detergent,
one for bleach and one for fabric softener. A
plastic conveyer is snapped to the bottom of the
drawer to direct the outputs from the bleach and
softener chambers to the dispenser housing outlet
channel. This prevents the mixtures from coming
out the front of the drawer.
The 3 outlets of the water inlet valve assembly are
inserted into the rear of the automatic dispenser.
During the fill cycles, water is directed into the top
of the cavity through 3 inlets. The inlet on the right,
as viewed from the front of the washer, is
connected to the combination output of the hot
water solenoid and the center cold water solenoid.
The left and middle inlet, as viewed from the front
of the washer, are connected to the cold water
solenoid.
In the fill cycle, water enters into the top of cavity
and is directed across the top of the cavity by 5
channels: the dispenser advanced rinsing
technology channel, the pre-wash channel (cold
water only), the detergent channel, bleach channel
and the
fabric softener channel. The channel that receives
the water is determined by which inlet supplies the
water or if both inlets supply the water.
The dispenser advanced rinsing technology
channel receives water whenever the inlet on the
right, as viewed from the front of the washer, is
activated. This path allows the water to bypass the
dispenser drawer and enter the tub by the
advanced rinsing technology hose connected
between the cavity and the bellows.
The pre-wash dispenser channel receives water
from the left-hand input, as viewed from the front
of the washer. The pre-wash channel forms a loop
that allows the water to pass over the pre-wash
detergent section of the drawer.
As the water passes over the pre-wash detergent
section, holes in the cavity allows some of the
water to enter and flush the pre-wash detergent
cavity. Since the flow of the incoming water is
more than the holes can dispense, the excess
water backs up into a channel across the rear of
the dispenser. Water in this channel and the
mixture from the detergent drawer flow into the tub
through the large hose at the rear of the dispenser.
The detergent dispenser channel receives water
from the right-hand input, as viewed from the front
of the washer. The detergent channel forms a loop
that allows the water to pass over the detergent
section of the drawer. As the water passes over
the detergent section, holes in the cavity allow
some of the water to enter and flush the detergent
cavity. Since the flow of incoming water is more
than the holes can dispense, the excess water
backs up into a channel across the rear of the
dispenser. Water in this channel and the mixture
from the detergent drawer flow into the tub
through the large hose at the rear of the dispenser.
Detergent is dispensed at the start of the cycle,
but bleach and fabric softener are not dispensed
until later in the cycle. The bleach and softener
cavities in the drawer have tubes molded into the
bottom of them.
These tubes allow bleach or fabric softener to be
added to their cavity without being dispensed as
long as the liquid is below the top of the tubes. At
the proper time in the cycle when bleach or fabric
softener is to be dispensed, water is added to the
cavity. This raises the mixture above the top of the
tube and the bleach or fabric softener starts
flowing into the tub.
Main Wash
Detergent
Channel
Pre-Wash
Detergent
Channel
To ART
Hose
Bleach
Channel
Fabric
Softener
Channel

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To allow the cavities to empty, the cover of the
detergent drawer cover has tubes molded into it
that fit over the tubes in the cavities.
These tubes are larger than the tubes in the cavity
and are designed to fit over the tubes, but not
touch the bottom of the cavity when the cover is
installed. When water is added to either the bleach
or fabric softener liquid, the mixture level rises
between the tubes above the tubes in the cavity
and flows into the washer tub. Since the end of the
tube on the insert does not touch the bottom of
the cavity, a siphoning action will occur when the
solenoid activates and allows water into the cavity.
The added water creates an “overfill” condition
and starts the siphoning. The cavity will empty
itself when the water is turned off by the solenoid.
The bleach dispenser channel receives water from
the middle input, as viewed from the front of the
washer. The bleach channel forms a path that
allows the water to pass over the bleach cavity
section of the cavity.
As the water passes over the bleach section, holes
in the cavity allow some of the water to enter and
mix with the bleach. This raises the mixture level
above the tubes in the drawer bleach cavity
allowing the mixture to flow into the tub.
Like the detergent channel, the flow of the
incoming water is more than the holes can
dispense, allowing the excess water to back up
into the channel across the rear of the dispenser
and flow into the tub. For water to enter the fabric
softener channel, both the middle and right inlets
must be activated. As water from the left inlet
passes over the channel, it collides with the water
from the right inlet. This collision changes the
water path directing it to the front of the cavity and
into the fabric softener channel. The fabric softener
channel forms a loop that allows the water to pass
over the fabric softener cavity section of the
drawer.
As the water passes over the fabric softener
section, holes in the cavity allow some of the water
to enter and mix with the fabric softener.
This raises the mixture level above the tubes in the
drawer fabric softener cavity allowing the mixture
to flow into the tub. Like the detergent channel, the
flow of the incoming water is more than the holes
can dispense allowing the the excess water to
backup into the channel across the rear of the
dispenser and flow into the tub.
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An available option is for a liquid detergent cup
that is placed within the main wash compartment.
This allows for the liquid detergent to be
dispensed at the proper time, and allows the liquid
detergent to be poured and held during a delay
start or held during the pre-wash.
The drawer front has a button that when pushed,
releases a latch that secures the drawer in the unit.
When the latch is released, a spring in the
dispenser housing assembly pushes the drawer
partially open. The drawer can then be pulled
open to pour additives into the drawer. The
drawer is then pushed back into place and the
latch on the drawer front assembly latches to the
console to keep the dispenser closed.
Cover Tube
Cavity Tube

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Oversudsing is detected after the wash cycle by
two methods.
1. Suds are detected when torque is very high
and the pressure can not be drawn down to
zero at the drain pump. The spin cycle is then
skipped, and a slower rinse agitation is
performed with longer pauses and less time in
agitation, and the fabric softener is moved
from the last rinse cycle to the second rinse
cycle. If suds are still detected after the first
rinse, or after the wash cycle for a Fast Cycle,
up to 3 rinse cycles are added to clear the
suds.
2. Suds are detected when the machine tries to
spin and the pressure goes above a given
threshold, and when the drum speed is
reduced back down to 120 RPM the pressure
does not go back to zero within a given
amount of time. The drum will then stop
(0 RPM) and sit for 30 seconds with the drain
pump off. The drain pump will then turn on for
one minute and attempt to drain the tub of
water and/or suds. If pressure can not be
brought to zero and this happens twice in a
given intermediate rinse cycle, then the spin
cycle is skipped and if it is the second inter-
mediate spin (first for the Fast Cycle) then up
to 3 rinse cycles will be added to eliminate
suds in the tub.
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This algorithm determines the amount of either
static unbalance (point unbalance) or dynamic
unbalance (two points of unbalance that are equal
and opposite each other in the drum) in the unit.
When distributing the load the unit monitors the
point unbalance until it drops below a set
threshold. When this happens the machine
speeds up to 120 RPM and verifies that the load
unbalance is ready to spin. If the point unbalance
is low enough to allow spin, the unit will accelerate
to 250 RPM from 120 RPM, during which time it
monitors the dynamic unbalance. If this unbalance
is high enough, the spin will terminate and the
algorithm will proceed to try and rebalance the
load.

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Notes

Installation Information
2-1
Section 2
Installation Information

Installation Information
2-2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Safety Precautions
Do not attempt to install or operate this appliance until you read the safety precautions in this guide. Safety
items throughout this guide are labeled with a Warning or Caution based on the risk type.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
ELECTROLUX CANNOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY OR INJURY TO
PERSONS CAUSED BY FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE AND
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS SERVICE MANUAL.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK, OR INJURY WHEN USING A
WAVE-TOUCH™ OR IQ-TOUCH™ FRONT-LOAD WASHER, FOLLOW BASIC SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
- READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING THE WASHER.
- BEFORE PERFORMING ANY TYPE OF SERVICE OR INSTALLATION, MAKE SURE THAT
ELECTRIC POWER TO THE WASHER IS DISCONNECTED.
- TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE, DO NOT STORE OR USE COM
BUSTIBLE, FLAMMABLE, OR EXPLOSIVE LIQUIDS OR VAPORS (SUCH AS GASOLINE)
INSIDE OR IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE.
- THIS APPLIANCE IS EQUIPPED WITH A THREE-PRONG GROUNDING PLUG FOR PROTEC
TION AGAINST POSSIBLE ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARDS. PLUG IT ONLY INTO A DEDICATED,
GROUNDED ELECTRICAL OUTLET. WHEN ONLY A STANDARD TWO-PRONG ELECTRICAL
OUTLET IS AVAILABLE, THE CUSTOMER MUST HAVE IT REPLACED WITH A DEDICATED,
PROPERLY GROUNDED THREE-PRONG ELECTRICAL OUTLET BEFORE USING THIS
APPLIANCE. DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD
(GROUND) PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD. DO NOT USE AN ADAPTER PLUG. DO NOT
USE AN EXTENSION CORD. DO NOT USE A POWER CORD THAT IS FRAYED OR DAMAGED.
THE USE OF A GROUND FAULT INTERRUPTER (GFI) IS NOT RECOMMENDED.
- DO NOT INSTALL OR USE A DAMAGED APPLIANCE. IF YOU RECEIVE A DAMAGED
APPLIANCE, IMMEDIATELY CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR BUILDER.
- DO NOT USE THE WASHER UNTIL IT HAS BEEN PROPERLY INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED
INSTALLER ACCORDING TO THESE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. THE INSTALLER MUST
SHOW THE CUSTOMER THE LOCATION OF THE POWER PLUG SO THAT THEY KNOW WHERE
AND HOW TO DISCONNECT POWER TO THE WASHER.
- DO NOT INSTALL, REPAIR, OR REPLACE ANY PART OF THE WASHER UNLESS
SPECIFICALLY RECOMMENDED IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING IT. A QUALIFIED
SERVICE TECHNICIAN SHOULD PERFORM ALL OTHER SERVICE.

Installation Information
2-3
Pre-installation Requirements
Tools and materials needed for installation:
DESTROY CARTON, PLASTIC BAGS, AND ANY EXTERIOR WRAPPING MATERIAL IMMEDIATELY
AFTER THE WASHER IS UNPACKED. CHILDREN SHOULD NEVER USE THESE ITEMS FOR PLAY.
CARTONS COVERED WITH RUGS, BEDSPREADS, PLASTIC SHEETS OR STRETCH WRAP MAY
BECOME AIR TIGHT CHAMBERS AND CAN QUICKLY CAUSE SUFFOCATION.
KEEP LAUNDRY PRODUCTS OUT OF CHILDREN’S REACH. TO PREVENT PERSONAL INJURY,
OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS ON PRODUCT LABELS.
CUT HAZARD. TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM SHARP EDGES, WEAR WORK GLOVES
WHEN HANDLING, UNPACKING OR DISASSEMBLING UNIT.
CAUTION
EXCESSIVE WEIGHT HAZARD
To avoid back or other injury, have more than one person move or lift the washer.
NOTE
The electrical service to the washer must conform with local codes and ordinances and the
latest edition of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or in Canada, the Canadian electri-
cal code C22.1 part 1.

Installation Information
2-4
Electrical System Requirements
Circuit - Individual, properly polarized and ground-
ed 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.
Grounding Requirements
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
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.
Grounding Type
Wall Receptacle
Power Cord with
3- Prong Grounded Plug
DO NOT, under any
circumstances, cut,
remove, or bypass the
grounding plug.
NOTE
Because of potentially inconsistent voltage
capabilities, the use of this washer with
power created by gas powered generators,
solar powered generators, wind powered gen-
erators or any other generator other than the
local utility company is not recommended.
GFI (Ground Fault Interrupter) receptacle is
not required.
IMPROPER CONNECTION OF THE EQUIP-
MENT GROUNDING CONDUCTOR CAN
RESULT IN A RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
CHECK WITH A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN IF
YOU ARE IN DOUBT AS TO WHETHER THE
APPLIANCE IS PROPERLY GROUNDED.
Figure 2-1