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Element EFL4527BW User Manual

4.5 cu.ft. front-loading washer
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  • Page 1 4.5 cu.ft. FRONT-LOADING WASHER...
  • Page 3 QUICK INSTALLATION GUIDE QUICK INSTALLATION GUIDE CONT. This quick reference guide is provided for informational purposes only and does not replace, modify or change in any manner the User Manual & Installation Instructions. WARNING CONNECT HOSES TO WASHER CONNECT HOSES TO For your safety WATER SUPPLY •...
  • Page 4 4.5 cu.ft. FRONT-LOADING WASHER-USER MANUAL Thank you for purchasing the Element 4.5 cu.ft. Front Load Washer. If you have questions about your washer,our customer support team is ready to help: 4.5 cu.ft. Washer...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    WASHER SAFETY ................3 When Not in Use ..................5 OPERATION REQUIREMENTS ............6 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ............8 Parts Supplied.....................9 Rough-In Dimensions ................9 WASHER USE ..................13 WASHER CARE ................24 BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE..........29...

  • Page 7: Washer Safety

    YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS ARE VERY IMPORTANT This injury. WARNING WARNING This symbol indicates the possibility of injury or damage property. CAUTION WARNING...
  • Page 8 WARNING • • DO NOT wash or dry clothes that have been previously washed, cleaned, soaked, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, • • • supervision of children is necessary when this appliance is used near • DO NOT reach into the appliance if the drum or other components •...

  • Page 9: When Not In Use

    • If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the • The new hose-sets bought from the retailer where the product was reused. • SAVE THESE INSTUCTIONS PROPER INSTALLATION • • Install or store the washer where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather, which could cause permanent damage.

  • Page 10: Operation Requirements

    OPERATION REQUIREMENTS LOCATION OF YOUR WASHER ℃ 2. In an area where it will come in contact with curtains or drapes. 3. On carpet. The floor MUST be a hard surface with a maximum slope of 1/2" NOTE: If floor is in poor condition, usea IMPORTANT: MINIMUM INSTALLATION CLEARANCES Back = 3"...
  • Page 11 GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electrical shock by equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug, the plug is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes. licensed electrician replace it with a properly grounded grounding-type WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS 3/4 "...

  • Page 12: Installation Instructions

    BEFORE YOU BEGIN IMPORTANT - • IMPORTANT - • ordinances. • Note to Installer - Consumer. • Note to Consumer - • and electrical skills. • • FOR YOUR SAFETY: WARNING • This appliance must be properly grounded and installed as described •...

  • Page 13: Parts Supplied

    PARTS REQUIRED (OBTAIN LOCALLY) PARTS SUPPLIED Cable Tie Drain Hose Guide ROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS SIDE 34.2'' 27.0'' (86.9cm) (68.6 cm) 39.8'' 39.8'' (101.09 cm) (101.09 cm) ∗NOTE: Stacked, 84"...
  • Page 14 UNPACKING THE WASHER WARNING: • Recycle or destroy the carton and plastic bags after the washer is unpacked. Make sure children are not able to get a hold of materials. Children might play with them. Cartons covered with rugs, bedding or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers causing suffocation.
  • Page 15 hardware in the plastic bag provided. INSTALLING THE WASHER washer into the hose fitting if it has fallen out during shipment. Carefully connect the inlet hose marked HOT to the rear “H” inlet valve. Tighten by hand; then 3. Install the screen washers by inserting them into the free ends of the inlet hoses with the protruded side facing the faucet.
  • Page 16 NOTE: Do not use the dispenser drawer or door to lift the washer. (if the washer is installed under a counter, the washer should not be washer nuts on each leg up towards the base of the washer and snug with a wrench. the hose in a laundry tub or standpipe and secure it with the cable tie Cable Cable...

  • Page 17: Washer Use

    • • • • CONTROL PANEL...
  • Page 18 QUICK START Press the Power button. If the screen is dark, a press of the Power Power Press to put NOTE: Pressing Power does not disconnect the appliance from the...
  • Page 19 W ash Cycles Normal/ For heavily to lightly soiled colorfast cottons, household Colors* linens, work and play clothes. Sheets* and similar bulky items. Heavy Duty* or towels. clothes Towels* For items such as towels, sheets, pillowcases and dish rags. Sanitize* options.
  • Page 20 SOIL LEVEL increase or decrease the can choose between Extra Light, Light, Medium, Heavy or Extra Adjust to select the proper To change the wash WASH TEMP wash Temp button until always cold to help reduce desired setting. energy usage and reduce setting of stains and Tap Cold, Cold, Warm, Hot wrinkles.
  • Page 21 Steam adds steam into To use: STEAM the washer to assist with loosening stains on the 2. Select the Add Steam steam. 3. Press the button. Use the Signal pad to SIGNAL turn the Signal on or off all knob turns and button Turn Signal on, signal beeps presses.
  • Page 22 PRE SOAK garments prior to the an additional 10-20 minutes wash cycle. This option begins with a brief tumble and then proceeds to from the main wash soak the clothes with compartment in the prior to pressing button. To lock the washer, press EXTRA and hold the Extra Rinse RINSE and...
  • Page 23 the door, a double beep will DELAY sound when pressing pause/add garment button. Wash button to choose want to delay the start of when the delay is counting down, the machine will desired time is reached, enter a paused state. press the button.
  • Page 24 FEATURES THE DISPENSER DRAWER Slowly open the dispenser drawer by pulling it out until it stops. After adding laundry products, slowly close the dispenser drawer. Closing the drawer too quickly could result in early dispensing of the bleach, fabric softener or detergent. is a result of the flushing/siphoning action and is part of the normal NOTE: Liquid detergent will drain into the washer drum as it is added.
  • Page 25 The Detergent Compartment • High-efficient detergent is required for this washer. Use the detergent manufacturer’s recommended amount. • Add measured detergent to the front left detergent compartment of the dispenser drawer. Remove for powder detergent Normal HE Liquid remove for powder Detergent Setting 2X HE Liquid...
  • Page 26 The Liquid Bleach Compartment If desired, measure out the recommended amount of liquid bleach, not cup (80 mL), and pour into the right compartment labeled “LIQUID BLEACH”. dispensing of the bleach which could result in damaged clothes. NOTE: Do not use powdered bleach in the dispenser. The Fabric Softener Compartment IMPORTANT: Be sure to identify the correct compartment for fabric If desired, pour the recommended amount of liquid fabric softener into...
  • Page 27 LOADING AND USING THE WASHER SOIL FABRIC LINT Heavy Lint Producers Lights Normal Lint Darks Light Sturdy Cottons Collectors • items should not be more than half the total wash load. • balance load. Add one or two similar items. •...

  • Page 28: Washer Care

    To add items after washer has started, press and wait until the door is unlocked. The washer may take up to 30 seconds to unlock the door after pressing depending on the machine conditions. to restart. CLEANING EXTERIOR with sharp objects. INTERIOR washer.
  • Page 29 would not flood the floor. A power outage in the house might also IMPORTANT: • Run Tub Clean with 1 Cup (250mL) of bleach once a month. • After the completion of a Tub Clean cycle, the interior of your washer may have a bleach smell.
  • Page 30 CLEANING THE PUMP FILTER the pump filter. Pump filter access door. 2. Place a shallow pan or dish under the pump access door and towels on 3. Pull down the pour spout. Pour spout...
  • Page 31 Pour spout 5. Clean the debris from the filter. 7. Flip up the pour spout. 8. Close the access door.
  • Page 32 1. Open the washer door. Using both hands, press down the door gasket. sure there is nothing blocking the holes behind the gasket. trapped inside this gasket. Make sure there is nothing blocking the holes behind the gasket. this book. Certain internal parts are intentionally not grounded and may present a risk of electric shock only during servicing.

  • Page 33: Before You Call For Service

    BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE... Troubleshooting Tips Possible Cause What To Do Not draining Not spinning run drain & spin or rinse Not agitating & spin. • Increase load size if washing small load containing heavy and light items. Pump clogged •...
  • Page 34 Possible Cause What To Do Fill hoses or drain hose is • Make sure hose (cont.) washer and faucets and make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted in and secured to drain Household drain may be • Check household clogged to call a plumber.
  • Page 35 Possible Cause What To Do Clothes too Household drain may be • Check household wet (cont.) clogged to call a plumber. Drain hose siphoning; • Ensure there is an air gap between hose and drain. down the drain Incomplete Automatic load •...
  • Page 36 Possible Cause What To Do Washer is unplugged • Make sure cord is washer not plugged securely into a working or working outlet. dead Water supply is turned off • Check house circuit tripped/blown fuses or reset breaker. • First time the washer is checks checks occur.
  • Page 37 Possible Cause What To Do Door unlocks This is normal • Front load washers start load washers, and it takes and machine 30 seconds to check the doesn’t operate and unlock. • Simply open and close the door firmly; then press Water does •...
  • Page 38 Possible Cause What To Do Not enough detergent • Use correct amount of detergent. clothes Not using HE (high- • Use HE detergent. Hard water Use a water conditioner or install a water softener. Detergent is not • Try a liquid detergent. dissolving •...
  • Page 39 Possible Cause What To Do Smell inside Washer unused for a long time, not using once a month. • In the case of strong HE detergent or used too much detergent more than once a month. • Use only the amount of detergent recommended on the detergent container.
  • Page 40 ERROR CODES Description Solution Door is not closed closed. • Check if the clothes are stuck. • Check if the water while washing pressure is too low. • Straighten the water hoses. • Check if the inlet valve filter is blocked. •...
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