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Use & Care Guide
IQ-Touch™ Front-Load Washer
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Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
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Summary

Finding Information

Keep a Record for Quick Reference

Section for recording essential appliance details like purchase date, model, and serial number for future use.

Contacting Support

Information on how to get toll-free telephone support in the U.S. and Canada, and online support.

Safety Instructions

Important Safety Instructions

Key safety messages and hazard identification symbols, including warnings and cautions.

Recognize Safety Symbols and Labels

Explanation of warning (WARNING) and caution (CAUTION) symbols used to indicate potential risks.

Gas Leak Safety

Critical steps to take if you smell gas, focusing on fire and explosion prevention.

Safety Precautions

Prevent Fire Hazards

Warnings against washing or storing flammable materials like gasoline, solvents, or oils near the washer.

Protect Children

Guidelines for ensuring children's safety around the appliance, including supervision and proper disposal of packaging.

Electrical and Chemical Safety

Prevent Electrical Shock and Injury

Instructions for safe electrical grounding, using proper outlets, and avoiding extension cords.

Prevent Injury and Washer Damage

Guidance on proper installation, maintenance, and avoiding operational risks like tampering or weather exposure.

Harmful Vapor Hazard

Caution about mixing household chemicals like bleach and ammonia, which can create dangerous fumes.

Appliance Features

Washer Components Overview

Identification and description of key parts of the front-load washer, including the control panel, drum, and door.

Operating Instructions

Getting Started with Your Washer

Initial steps for using the washer, including sorting laundry and selecting cycles/settings.

Understanding Normal Operating Sounds

Explanation of common sounds produced during the washer's operation, such as draining and motor hum.

Washer Operation Steps

Sorting Laundry Loads

Guidelines for separating clothes based on color, soil level, fabric type, and lint-shedding properties.

Preparing Items for Washing

Instructions on emptying pockets, closing zippers, and protecting delicate items with mesh bags.

Loading and Pretreating

Pretreating Stains and Heavy Soil

Guidance on applying stain removers before washing for effective treatment of tough stains.

Loading the Washer Drum

Tips on how to load clothes for optimal washing, avoiding overloading and ensuring load balance.

Adding Laundry Products

Dispenser Drawer Usage

Instructions for adding detergent, bleach, and fabric softener to the correct compartments in the dispenser.

Liquid Detergent Use

How to properly add liquid detergent to the designated 'Main Wash - liquid only' compartment.

Powder Detergent Use

Method for adding powder detergent, including removing the liquid cup and using the correct chamber.

Using Wash Additives

Other Wash Products

Guidance on using color-safe bleach, water conditioners, and boosters with your detergent.

Prewash Detergent Addition

How to add detergent for the prewash option on heavily soiled or stained loads.

Liquid Bleach and Fabric Softener

Proper dispensing of liquid bleach to the 'Liquid Bleach' chamber and fabric softener to its compartment.

Selecting Cycles and Settings

Choosing the Right Cycle

How to select the desired wash cycle using the selector knob and understanding cycle indicators.

Adjusting Wash Settings

How to change temperature, spin speed, soil level, and options using the control panel buttons.

Starting and Monitoring the Wash

Starting the Wash Cycle

Steps to begin the washing process, including closing the door and pressing start.

Adding Forgotten Items

How to pause the cycle to add forgotten items, then resume the wash.

Safety Caution: Entrapment Hazard

Warning regarding potential entrapment hazards for children if the door is left ajar.

Cycle Selection Guide

Normal Cycle Details

Information on the normal cycle's duration, temperatures, spin speeds, soil levels, and available options.

Colors Cycle Details

Details for the colors cycle, including duration, water temperatures, and settings for mixed loads.

Whites Cycle Details

Information specific to the whites cycle, recommending liquid chlorine bleach for brighter whites.

Heavy Duty Cycle Details

Description of the heavy duty cycle for sturdy, soiled items like jeans, and its available settings.

Specialized Cycle Selection

Deep Clean Sanitize Cycle

Use of the deep clean sanitize cycle for sanitation and killing 99.9% of bacteria with higher temperatures.

NSF Certification Note

Information about the NSF certification for sanitization performance of the washer.

Additional Cycle Options

Casual Cycle Details

Information for the casual cycle, suitable for permanent press items and minimizing wrinkling.

Fast Wash Cycle Details

Details on the fast wash cycle for quick cleaning of small, lightly soiled loads in 18 minutes.

Delicate Cycle Details

Information for the delicate cycle, suitable for knits and fragile items with gentle action.

Hand Wash Cycle Details

Instructions for the hand wash cycle for items labeled washable by hand, with intermittent tumbling.

Spin Only Cycle

How to use the spin only cycle for draining water and spinning loads, or as a follow-up to 'no spin'.

Customizing Wash Settings

My Favorite Cycle Programming

How to program and use a personalized favorite wash cycle with preferred settings.

Washing and Rinsing Temperatures

Selecting and adjusting water temperatures for optimal fabric care, energy saving, and reduced wrinkling.

Temperature, Spin Speed, and Soil Level

Temperature Settings Explained

Detailed explanation of sanitize/cold, hot/cold, warm/cold, warm/warm, and cold/cold temperature settings.

Spin Speed Options

How spin speed affects water extraction, drying time, energy conservation, and wrinkle reduction.

Soil Level Adjustment

How to adjust wash time in 3-minute increments based on the soil level of each load.

Wash Cycle Options

Prewash Option

Adding an initial wash period to a cycle for heavily soiled or stained loads.

Stain Clean Option

Using the stain clean option for a 5-minute soak in the middle of the wash for tough stains.

Extra Rinse Option

Using extra rinse for removing excess dirt and detergent, recommended for sensitive skin.

Extra Spin Option

Adding time to the final spin for better water extraction, decreasing drying time.

Eco Friendly Option

Reducing hot and warm water temperatures slightly to save energy.

Chime Option

Activating a sound signal at the end of the cycle, with adjustable volume.

Advanced Washer Features

Delay Start Feature

Scheduling the start of a wash cycle for convenience, up to 14 hours in advance.

Control Lock Function

How to lock controls to prevent accidental operation, especially by children.

Status Display Information

Understanding cycle time estimates, display messages, and indications during operation.

Drum Light and Reversible Door

Features for drum illumination during loading and door hinge configuration for left or right opening.

Washer Settings and Cycle Chart

Washer Settings Availability Chart

A comprehensive chart showing temperature, spin speed, soil level, and option availability for each wash cycle.

Stain Removal Guide

Safe Stain Removal Procedures

General safety guidelines for using stain removal products, including proper storage and avoiding mixing.

Harmful Vapor Hazard Warning

Caution about mixing chemicals like bleach and ammonia, which can create dangerous fumes.

Successful Stain Removal Tips

Key advice for effective stain treatment, including promptness, checking labels, and testing colorfastness.

Stain Removal Suggestions

Treatment for Common Stains

Specific instructions for removing various types of stains, from adhesive tape to wine, from fabrics.

Care and Cleaning Procedures

Refreshing the Wash Drum

Steps to perform the System Clean cycle to refresh the wash drum and remove residue.

Cleaning the Washer Interior

Instructions for cleaning the drum, gasket, door opening, and drum vanes to maintain hygiene.

Dispenser Drawer Care

Cleaning the Dispenser Drawer Area

Detailed steps for removing and cleaning the dispenser drawer and its inserts to remove residue.

Exterior Cleaning and Winterizing

Cleaning the Washer Exterior

Tips for wiping down the cabinet, cleaning chrome parts, and preventing floor damage when moving.

Winterizing Instructions

Steps to prepare the washer for storage in freezing temperatures, including using RV antifreeze.

Troubleshooting Common Washing Problems

Addressing Poor Soil and Stain Removal

Solutions for issues like blue stains, graying, greasy stains, and improving soil/stain removal.

Resolving Lint and Fabric Damage

Tips for preventing and fixing lint issues, holes, tears, snags, and fabric degradation.

Troubleshooting Fabric Issues

Solving Pilling and Residue Problems

Solutions for fabric pilling and residue left on dark items, including tips for stiff fabrics.

Reducing Wrinkling and Yellow Buildup

Advice for minimizing wrinkles on synthetics and addressing yellowing from body soil.

Removing Rust Stains

How to treat yellow or brown rust stains on fabrics, advising against chlorine bleach.

Service Prevention Checklist

Addressing Noise Occurrences

Solutions for common noises like jet engine sound, rattling, thumping, and vibrating washers.

Troubleshooting Washer Operation Issues

Solutions for when the washer doesn't start, won't spin, has residue, or displays DEMO MODE.

Troubleshooting Water and Drainage Issues

Resolving Water Collection and Entry Problems

Solutions for water in bellows, slow water entry, improper temperatures, and water leaks.

Addressing Drainage and Leaking Problems

Tips for slow draining, clogged hoses, house drain issues, and loose hose connections.

Correcting Oversudsing and Temperature Errors

Solutions for oversudsing, incorrect wash/rinse temperatures, and water not filling the tub.

Warranty Information and Service

Warranty Exclusions

List of conditions not covered by the appliance's limited warranty, such as commercial use or cosmetic damage.

Limitation of Remedies and Warranties

Legal disclaimer regarding implied warranties and limitation on consequential damages.

How to Obtain Service

Contact information and procedures for requesting warranty service, including required documentation.

Notes Section

Summary

Finding Information

Keep a Record for Quick Reference

Section for recording essential appliance details like purchase date, model, and serial number for future use.

Contacting Support

Information on how to get toll-free telephone support in the U.S. and Canada, and online support.

Safety Instructions

Important Safety Instructions

Key safety messages and hazard identification symbols, including warnings and cautions.

Recognize Safety Symbols and Labels

Explanation of warning (WARNING) and caution (CAUTION) symbols used to indicate potential risks.

Gas Leak Safety

Critical steps to take if you smell gas, focusing on fire and explosion prevention.

Safety Precautions

Prevent Fire Hazards

Warnings against washing or storing flammable materials like gasoline, solvents, or oils near the washer.

Protect Children

Guidelines for ensuring children's safety around the appliance, including supervision and proper disposal of packaging.

Electrical and Chemical Safety

Prevent Electrical Shock and Injury

Instructions for safe electrical grounding, using proper outlets, and avoiding extension cords.

Prevent Injury and Washer Damage

Guidance on proper installation, maintenance, and avoiding operational risks like tampering or weather exposure.

Harmful Vapor Hazard

Caution about mixing household chemicals like bleach and ammonia, which can create dangerous fumes.

Appliance Features

Washer Components Overview

Identification and description of key parts of the front-load washer, including the control panel, drum, and door.

Operating Instructions

Getting Started with Your Washer

Initial steps for using the washer, including sorting laundry and selecting cycles/settings.

Understanding Normal Operating Sounds

Explanation of common sounds produced during the washer's operation, such as draining and motor hum.

Washer Operation Steps

Sorting Laundry Loads

Guidelines for separating clothes based on color, soil level, fabric type, and lint-shedding properties.

Preparing Items for Washing

Instructions on emptying pockets, closing zippers, and protecting delicate items with mesh bags.

Loading and Pretreating

Pretreating Stains and Heavy Soil

Guidance on applying stain removers before washing for effective treatment of tough stains.

Loading the Washer Drum

Tips on how to load clothes for optimal washing, avoiding overloading and ensuring load balance.

Adding Laundry Products

Dispenser Drawer Usage

Instructions for adding detergent, bleach, and fabric softener to the correct compartments in the dispenser.

Liquid Detergent Use

How to properly add liquid detergent to the designated 'Main Wash - liquid only' compartment.

Powder Detergent Use

Method for adding powder detergent, including removing the liquid cup and using the correct chamber.

Using Wash Additives

Other Wash Products

Guidance on using color-safe bleach, water conditioners, and boosters with your detergent.

Prewash Detergent Addition

How to add detergent for the prewash option on heavily soiled or stained loads.

Liquid Bleach and Fabric Softener

Proper dispensing of liquid bleach to the 'Liquid Bleach' chamber and fabric softener to its compartment.

Selecting Cycles and Settings

Choosing the Right Cycle

How to select the desired wash cycle using the selector knob and understanding cycle indicators.

Adjusting Wash Settings

How to change temperature, spin speed, soil level, and options using the control panel buttons.

Starting and Monitoring the Wash

Starting the Wash Cycle

Steps to begin the washing process, including closing the door and pressing start.

Adding Forgotten Items

How to pause the cycle to add forgotten items, then resume the wash.

Safety Caution: Entrapment Hazard

Warning regarding potential entrapment hazards for children if the door is left ajar.

Cycle Selection Guide

Normal Cycle Details

Information on the normal cycle's duration, temperatures, spin speeds, soil levels, and available options.

Colors Cycle Details

Details for the colors cycle, including duration, water temperatures, and settings for mixed loads.

Whites Cycle Details

Information specific to the whites cycle, recommending liquid chlorine bleach for brighter whites.

Heavy Duty Cycle Details

Description of the heavy duty cycle for sturdy, soiled items like jeans, and its available settings.

Specialized Cycle Selection

Deep Clean Sanitize Cycle

Use of the deep clean sanitize cycle for sanitation and killing 99.9% of bacteria with higher temperatures.

NSF Certification Note

Information about the NSF certification for sanitization performance of the washer.

Additional Cycle Options

Casual Cycle Details

Information for the casual cycle, suitable for permanent press items and minimizing wrinkling.

Fast Wash Cycle Details

Details on the fast wash cycle for quick cleaning of small, lightly soiled loads in 18 minutes.

Delicate Cycle Details

Information for the delicate cycle, suitable for knits and fragile items with gentle action.

Hand Wash Cycle Details

Instructions for the hand wash cycle for items labeled washable by hand, with intermittent tumbling.

Spin Only Cycle

How to use the spin only cycle for draining water and spinning loads, or as a follow-up to 'no spin'.

Customizing Wash Settings

My Favorite Cycle Programming

How to program and use a personalized favorite wash cycle with preferred settings.

Washing and Rinsing Temperatures

Selecting and adjusting water temperatures for optimal fabric care, energy saving, and reduced wrinkling.

Temperature, Spin Speed, and Soil Level

Temperature Settings Explained

Detailed explanation of sanitize/cold, hot/cold, warm/cold, warm/warm, and cold/cold temperature settings.

Spin Speed Options

How spin speed affects water extraction, drying time, energy conservation, and wrinkle reduction.

Soil Level Adjustment

How to adjust wash time in 3-minute increments based on the soil level of each load.

Wash Cycle Options

Prewash Option

Adding an initial wash period to a cycle for heavily soiled or stained loads.

Stain Clean Option

Using the stain clean option for a 5-minute soak in the middle of the wash for tough stains.

Extra Rinse Option

Using extra rinse for removing excess dirt and detergent, recommended for sensitive skin.

Extra Spin Option

Adding time to the final spin for better water extraction, decreasing drying time.

Eco Friendly Option

Reducing hot and warm water temperatures slightly to save energy.

Chime Option

Activating a sound signal at the end of the cycle, with adjustable volume.

Advanced Washer Features

Delay Start Feature

Scheduling the start of a wash cycle for convenience, up to 14 hours in advance.

Control Lock Function

How to lock controls to prevent accidental operation, especially by children.

Status Display Information

Understanding cycle time estimates, display messages, and indications during operation.

Drum Light and Reversible Door

Features for drum illumination during loading and door hinge configuration for left or right opening.

Washer Settings and Cycle Chart

Washer Settings Availability Chart

A comprehensive chart showing temperature, spin speed, soil level, and option availability for each wash cycle.

Stain Removal Guide

Safe Stain Removal Procedures

General safety guidelines for using stain removal products, including proper storage and avoiding mixing.

Harmful Vapor Hazard Warning

Caution about mixing chemicals like bleach and ammonia, which can create dangerous fumes.

Successful Stain Removal Tips

Key advice for effective stain treatment, including promptness, checking labels, and testing colorfastness.

Stain Removal Suggestions

Treatment for Common Stains

Specific instructions for removing various types of stains, from adhesive tape to wine, from fabrics.

Care and Cleaning Procedures

Refreshing the Wash Drum

Steps to perform the System Clean cycle to refresh the wash drum and remove residue.

Cleaning the Washer Interior

Instructions for cleaning the drum, gasket, door opening, and drum vanes to maintain hygiene.

Dispenser Drawer Care

Cleaning the Dispenser Drawer Area

Detailed steps for removing and cleaning the dispenser drawer and its inserts to remove residue.

Exterior Cleaning and Winterizing

Cleaning the Washer Exterior

Tips for wiping down the cabinet, cleaning chrome parts, and preventing floor damage when moving.

Winterizing Instructions

Steps to prepare the washer for storage in freezing temperatures, including using RV antifreeze.

Troubleshooting Common Washing Problems

Addressing Poor Soil and Stain Removal

Solutions for issues like blue stains, graying, greasy stains, and improving soil/stain removal.

Resolving Lint and Fabric Damage

Tips for preventing and fixing lint issues, holes, tears, snags, and fabric degradation.

Troubleshooting Fabric Issues

Solving Pilling and Residue Problems

Solutions for fabric pilling and residue left on dark items, including tips for stiff fabrics.

Reducing Wrinkling and Yellow Buildup

Advice for minimizing wrinkles on synthetics and addressing yellowing from body soil.

Removing Rust Stains

How to treat yellow or brown rust stains on fabrics, advising against chlorine bleach.

Service Prevention Checklist

Addressing Noise Occurrences

Solutions for common noises like jet engine sound, rattling, thumping, and vibrating washers.

Troubleshooting Washer Operation Issues

Solutions for when the washer doesn't start, won't spin, has residue, or displays DEMO MODE.

Troubleshooting Water and Drainage Issues

Resolving Water Collection and Entry Problems

Solutions for water in bellows, slow water entry, improper temperatures, and water leaks.

Addressing Drainage and Leaking Problems

Tips for slow draining, clogged hoses, house drain issues, and loose hose connections.

Correcting Oversudsing and Temperature Errors

Solutions for oversudsing, incorrect wash/rinse temperatures, and water not filling the tub.

Warranty Information and Service

Warranty Exclusions

List of conditions not covered by the appliance's limited warranty, such as commercial use or cosmetic damage.

Limitation of Remedies and Warranties

Legal disclaimer regarding implied warranties and limitation on consequential damages.

How to Obtain Service

Contact information and procedures for requesting warranty service, including required documentation.

Notes Section

Electrolux EIFLW55HIW0 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandElectrolux
ModelEIFLW55HIW0
Appliance CategoryWasher
Washer TypeFront Load
Capacity4.4 cu. ft.
ColorWhite
Steam FunctionYes
Sanitize CycleYes
ENERGY STAR CertifiedYes
Width27 in
Voltage120 V
Spin Speed1300 RPM
Control TypeElectronic
DisplayDigital
Vibration ReductionYes
Warranty1 Year Limited
Height38 in

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