Electrolux 115 V 60 Hz Washer Owner's Manual page 12

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OCCURRENCE
OPERATING
Washer does not start.
Washer won't spin.
Residue left in drum.
WATER
Wash load too wet after
spin.
Water does not enter
washer or it enters slowly.
Water level does not
cover load.
Warm or hot water is not
hot enough.
Water in washer does not
drain or drains slowly.
Water leaks.
Incorrect wash and rinse
temperatures.
Water is entering washer
but tub does not fi ll.
Water is present in tub after
wash cycle is complete.
The drain and spin cycles
did not occur.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Washer lid is open.
Electrical power cord may not be plugged in or
connection may be loose.
House fuse blown, circuit breaker tripped, or a
power outage has occurred.
Water supply faucets are not turned on.
Cycle selector is not in correct position.
Motor is overheated. Washer motor will stop if it
becomes overheated.
Lid is not completely closed.
Heavily soiled items.
Washer is overloaded.
Load is out of balance.
Drain hose is kinked.
Washer lid is open.
Water supply is not adequate in area.
Water supply faucets are not completely open.
Water is being used elsewhere in the house.
Water inlet hoses are kinked.
Improper water level selection (for models with
water level/load size control).
Washer is overloaded.
Hot water heater is set too low or is a distance
from washer.
Hot water is being used elsewhere in the house.
Drain hose is kinked or clogged.
Loose fi ll hose connection at faucet or washer.
House drain pipes are clogged.
Hot and cold water hoses are connected to wrong
supply faucets.
Drain hose standpipe is incorrect height.
Lid lock malfunction.
Lid lock malfunction.
SOLUTION
Close washer lid. The washer will not fi ll with water, agitate or spin
when the lid is open, and will only start to do so if the lid is closed.
Make sure plug fi ts tightly in wall outlet.
Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Do not increase fuse capac-
ity. If problem is a circuit overload, have it corrected by a qualifi ed
electrician. If problem is a power outage, call local electric company.
Turn on water supply faucets.
Move indicator clockwise slightly. Pull out knob.
It will automatically restart after a cool down period of up to 30
minutes (if washer has not been manually turned off).
Close washer lid. The washer will not fi ll with water, agitate or spin
when the lid is open, and will only start to do so if the lid is closed.
Wipe drum with a nonabrasive household cleanser, then rinse.
Shake or brush excess dirt and sand from items before washing
Do not overload washer. See Washing Procedures.
Rearrange load to allow proper spinning.
Straighten drain hose.
Close washer lid. The washer will not fi ll with water, agitate or spin
when the lid is open, and will only start to do so if the lid is closed.
Check another faucet in the house. Wait until water supply and
pressure increase.
Fully open hot and cold faucets.
Water pressure must be at least 10 psi (69 kPa). Avoid running
water elsewhere while washer is fi lling.
Straighten hoses.
Select higher water level/load size.
Do not overload washer. Dry load level should not be higher
than top of agitator vanes.
Measure hot water temperature at nearby faucet with candy or
meat thermometer. Water temperature should be at least 120°F
(50°C). Adjust water heater as necessary.
Avoid using hot water elsewhere before or during washer use.
There may not be enough hot water available for proper clean-
ing. If problem persists, your hot water system may be unable to
support more than 1 use at a time.
Clean and straighten the drain hose.
Check and tighten hose connections. Install rubber sealing wash-
ers provided.
Unclog drain pipes. Contact plumber if necessary.
Connect hot water hose to hot water faucet and cold water
hose to cold water faucet.
Standpipe must be a minimum of 33" (83.82 cm) high to pre-
vent siphoning. See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
Do not bypass lid lock. Call your authorized servicer.
Do not bypass lid lock. Call your authorized servicer.
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