Electrolux 137064300 B User Manual
Installation Instructions
Electrolux Front-Load Washer
Instructions d’installation
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Instrucciones de Instalación
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137064300 B (1004)
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Important Safety Instructions
WARNING
For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fi re or explosion
or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life. Do not store or use gasoline or other
fl ammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
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:
This symbol alerts you to situations that may cause serious body
harm, death or property damage.
This symbol alerts you to situations that may cause bodily injury
or property damage.
WARNING
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 fi re or explo-•
sion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life. Do not store or use gasoline or other
fl ammable 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 applied when installing, operating and maintaining any appliance.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
Do not try to light any appliance.•
Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.•
Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.•
Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.•
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fi re department.•
Save these instructions for future reference.
Table of contents
Important Safety Instructions ......................................... 2
Installation Requirements ............................................3-5
Installed Dimensions ...................................................... 6
©2010 Electrolux Major Appliances
Installation Instructions .............................................7-11
Reversing Door ........................................................ 12-17
Options ......................................................................... 18
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Installation Requirements
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Thank you for choosing Electrolux, the new
premium brand in home appliances. These
Installation Instructions are part of our commitment
to customer satisfaction and product quality
throughout the life of your new appliance.
Installation Checklist
Shipping Hardware
Foam shipping support (under wash tub)
removed and stored
Shipping bolts and spacers removed from
rear of appliance and stored
Hole plugs (shipped in bag in drum)
installed in holes in backsheet
Leveling
Washer is level, side-to-side and front-toback
Cabinet is setting solid on all corners
Water Supply
HOT supply is connected to HOT inlet and
COLD supply is connected to COLD inlet
HOT and COLD water supply turned on
No leaks present at water supply
connections or appliance inlet connections recheck in 24 hours
Questions?
For toll-free telephone support in the U.S. and
Canada: 1-877-4ELECTROLUX (1-877-435-3287).
For online support and product information visit
http://www.electroluxappliances.com.
Drain
Stand pipe or wall drain height minimum 24”
Drain hose snapped in “U” channel
(shipped in drum)
Drain hose secured in place with cable tie
(shipped in drum)
Door Reversal
Follow detailed instructions in this guide
Test hinge and latch for function
Electrical Power
House power turned on
Washer plugged in
Final Checks
Installation Instructions and Use and Care
Guide read thoroughly
Door locks and water enters drum when
cycle starts
Registration card sent in
Pre-installation requirements
Tools and materials needed for installation:
OR OR OR AND AND
Universal wrench
supplied with
washer
Adjustable
wrench
3/8” or 10 mm
box wrench
Ratchet and
socket set
Adjustable
pliers
Carpenter’s level
4
Grounding type
ll receptacle
wer cord with
3-prong grgr
ounded plug
Do not,
under
y cir
cumstances,
cut,
removeve,
or b
ypass the
ounding pr
ong.
Installation Requirements
Electrical 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.
NOTE
Because of potentially inconsistent voltage
capabilities, the use of this washer with power
created by gas powered generators, solar
powered generators, wind powered generators
or any other generator other than the local utility
company is not recommended.
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 type
wawall receptacl
Do not,
under
anany cir
cumstances,
cut,
remo
or b
ypass th
grgrounding pr
ong.
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 42 inches (107 cm) of your washer’s water
inlet. The faucets MUST be 3/4 inch (1.9 cm) with
threading for laundry hose connection. Water pressure MUST be between 30 and 120 psi. Pressure
difference between hot and cold cannot be more
than 10 psi. Your water department can advise you
of your water pressure.
Drain system requirements
PoPower cord with
3-prong
ounded plug
NOTE
GFI (Ground Fault Interrupter) receptacle is not
required.
Grounding requirements
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Improper connection of the equipment 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.
The washer MUST be grounded. In the event 1.
of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will
reduce the risk of electrical shock by a path of
least resistance for electrical current.
Since your washer is equipped with a power 2.
Drain capable of eliminating 17 gals (64.3 L) per 1.
minute.
A standpipe diameter of 1-1/4 in. (3.18 cm) 2.
minimum.
The standpipe height above the fl oor should be:3.
Minimum height: 24 in. (61 cm)
Maximum height: 96 in. (244 cm)
96”
(244cm)
max.
24”
(61cm)
min.
NOTE
Drain hose attached to the washer can reach a 79
in. (201 cm) high standpipe. For higher standpipe,
use hose P/N 137098000, available from an
authorized parts distributor.
Clearance requirements
Installation Requirements
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IMPORTANT
DO NOT INSTALL YOUR WASHER:
1. In an area exposed to dripping water or outside weather conditions. The ambient temperature should never be below 60° F (15.6° C) to
maximize detergent effectiveness.
2. In an area (garage or garage-type building)
where gasoline or other fl ammables (including
automobiles) are kept or stored.
3. On carpet. Floor MUST be solid with a maximum slope of 1 inch (2.54 cm). To minimize
vibration or movement, reinforcement of the
fl oor may be necessary.
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 cm²) 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 louvered door with equivalent
air openings for the full length of the door is
acceptable.
MINIMUM INSTALLATION CLEARANCES - Inches (cm)
SIDES REAR TOP FRONT
Alcove 0” (0 cm) 0” (0 cm)* 0” (0 cm) n/a
Under Counter
Closet 0” (0 cm) 0” (0 cm)* 0” (0 cm) 1” (2.54 cm)
0” (0 cm) 0” (0 cm)* 0” (0 cm) n/a
0”
(0cm)
0”
(0cm)
3”
(7.6cm)
3”
(7.6cm)
closet door
60 sq. in.
(387.1cm²)
60 sq. in.
(387.1cm²)
1”
(2.54cm)
0”
(0cm)
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Installation Requirements
Installed washer dimensions
50.6” (128.53cm)*
to clear open door
freestand washer
on floor
floor line
washer mounted on
optional pedestal
31.50” (80.01cm)*
to front of closed door
water supply
connection
on rear of unit ¹
drain hose
on rear of unit ²
27.00”
(68.58cm)
power
cord
on rear
of unit ³
(96.52cm)
38.00”
53.00”
(134.62cm)
floor line
* To obtain these minimal depth dimensions, dryer must either be vented straight back or with a quick-turn 90° elbow.
Connection of water inlet hose on Steam Models adds 3/4 in. (2 cm) to installation depth.
¹ Hot and cold inlet hose length approximately 48.5 inches (123cm)
² Drain hose length approximately 59 inches (150cm).
³ Power supply cord length approximately 60 inches (152.5cm).
50.6” (128.5cm)*
to clear open door
31.50” (80cm)*
to front of closed door
75.75”
(192.5cm)
gas supply
pipe on rear
of gas unit
39.00”
(99cm)
water supply
connection
on rear of
washer ¹
27.00”
(68.5cm)
power cord
on rear of
washer ³
electrical
supply on
rear of
dryer
centerline
height for
rear vent
41.00”
(105cm)
drain hose
on rear of
washer ²
* To obtain these minimal depth dimensions, dryer must either be vented straight back or with a quick-turn 90° elbow.
Connection of water inlet hose on Steam Models adds 3/4 in. (2 cm) to installation depth.
¹ Hot and cold inlet hose length approximately 48.5 inches (123cm)
² Drain hose length approximately 59 inches (150cm).
³ Power supply cord length approximately 60 inches (152.5cm).
38.00”
(96.5cm)
Removing foam packaging
WARNING
SUFFOCATION HAZARD
Destroy the carton and plastic bags after the
washer 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.
Temporarily remove door tape.1.
Open washer door and remove everything from 2.
the drum.
Close door and reapply door tape.3.
Using a rug, blanket or piece of cardboard to 4.
protect the fl oor, carefully lay the washer on it’s
back.
Unpacking Washer
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CAUTION
EXCESSIVE WEIGHT HAZARD
To avoid back or other injury, have more than one
person move or lift the washer.
Remove styrofoam base and shipping plug and 5.
set them aside.
Carefully return the washer to an upright posi-6.
tion.
Carefully move the washer to within 4 feet (1 m) 7.
of its fi nal location.
IMPORTANT
Save styrofoam base and shipping plug for use
to help prevent washer damage during any future
moves.
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Unpacking Washer
Removing shipping hardware
1 SHIPPING FORK
Remove all of the following:
1 SHIPPING FORK
5 P CLAMPS
5 BOLTS
5 SPACERS
Installing hole plugs
5 P CLAMPS
UNIVERSAL
WRENCH
(SUPPLIED)
5 SPACERS
5 BOLTS
NOTE
Rubber expansion material
on spacers may need time to
relax before they can be easily
pulled through shipping hole.
IMPORTANT
Save all shipping bolts and spacers for future
use. If the washer is to be transported at a later
date, the shipping hardware must be reinstalled
to help prevent shipping damage.
Locate 7 hole plugs in the small bag supplied
with washer instruction guides. Insert them in
the holes in washer back panel.
7 HOLE PLUGS
(IN BAG)
Installation Instructions
Leveling your washer
Excessive noise and vibration can be prevented by
properly leveling the washer.
For free standing installation and with the 1.
washer within 4 feet (1 m) of its fi nal location,
place a level on top of the washer.
Use the universal wrench to adjust the level-2.
ing legs so the washer is level front-to-rear and
side-to-side, and stable corner-to-corner.
Press down on alternate corners and sides and 3.
feel for the slightest movement. Adjust the
appropriate leg(s) so the washer sits solidly on
the fl oor on ALL four legs. Keep the leveling leg
extension at a minimum for best performance
of the washer.
NOTE
For pedestal installations, see additional
installation instructions included with the pedestal.
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a
c
b
raise
lower
d
Connecting inlet water
Run some water from the hot and cold faucets 1.
to fl ush the water lines and remove particles
that might clog the water valve screens and to
determine which faucet is hot and which is cold
supply.
Look in the end of each water supply inlet hose 2.
and verify that the rubber washers are in place.
RUBBER WASHERS
MUST BE PRESENT
NOTE
HOT and COLD water inlet hoses are color
coded for identifi cation. The HOT inlet hose is
marked with a RED band and the COLD inlet
hose is marked with a BLUE band.
Connect the HOT inlet hose to the HOT water 3.
supply and the COLD inlet hose to the COLD
water supply. Tighten by hand until snug.
Tighten each supply connection another 2/3 4.
turn with pliers. Do not bend, kink or pinch
water inlet hoses.
Turn on the water and check for leaks.5.
a
b
c
d
10
Grounding type
ll receptacle
wer cord with
3-prong grgr
ounded plug
Do not,
under
y cir
cumstances,
cut,
removeve,
or b
ypass the
ounding pr
ong.
Installation Instructions
Connecting drain and electrical
Snap one end of the drain hose hanger 1.
(shipped in washer drum) onto the drain hose.
Continue wrapping it around the hanger and
snap it in place.
Place the hook end of the drain hose in the drain 2.
opening. Secure the drain hose with the cable tie
(provided in the enclosure package) to the standpipe, inlet hose, laundry tub, etc. so the hose
does not pull out from the force of the water.
IMPORTANT
Check to ensure the power is off at a circuit
breaker/fuse box before plugging the power cord
into an outlet.
Plug the power cord into a grounded outlet.3.
Grounding type
wawall receptacl
Do not,
under
anany cir
cumstances,
cut,
remo
or b
ypass th
grgrounding pr
ong.
CABLE TIE
PoPower cord with
3-prong
Turn on the power at a circuit breaker/fuse box.4.
Carefully slide the washer to its fi nal position. 5.
Recheck for level and rock corners for stability.
Remove and discard door tape.
Read the 6. Use & Care Guide provided with the
washer. It contains valuable and helpful information that will save you time and money.
See the next page about performing a brief, 7.
helpful “Installation Cycle” on your new washer.
If you have any questions during initial opera-8.
tion, please review the “Service Prevention
Checklist” in your Use & Care Guide before
calling for service.
Place these instructions in a location near the 9.
washer for future reference.
NOTE
A wiring diagram and technical data sheet are
located under the washer top panel, on top of the
detergent dispenser housing.
ounded plug
Installation Instructions
Performing Installation Cycle
If your washer has this console:
Empty washer’s drum and close door.1.
After you plug in the washer the fi rst time: wake up the washer by pressing any button, rotate cycle 2.
knob to hand wash cycle, press the start button and then the cancel button.
Wake up the washer again by pressing any button, then immediately and simultaneously press and 3.
hold both the eco friendly and my favorite buttons for 5 seconds, or until the LCD display changes.
The LCD window will display 4. INSTAL CYCLE and show estimated time of cycle completion. Press the
start button. The Installation Cycle will automatically test for if water has been turned on. At cycle
completion, the LCD window may display INSTAL PASS!, meaning your new washer is properly installed
and ready for use. If it prompts an action such as NO WATER, CHECK HOSES or
CALL SERVICE 877 435 3287, review the installation steps and make the necessary corrections be-
fore you attempt to use the washer.
Your washer will exit the Installation Cycle and return to normal operation the next time you wake it up.5.
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NOTE
Washer will stay awake for 3 minutes after the
Installation Cycle. If you wish to immediately run the
washer through a washing cycle, press the cancel
button to put the unit to sleep and then rewake it
immediately to continue the normal operating mode.
Please read the 6. Use & Care Guide and enjoy your new premium washer!
If your washer has this console:
After you plug in the washer the fi rst time: wake up the washer by pressing any button and then follow 1.
the prompts on the LCD User Interface, including language selection.
The Installation Cycle will automatically test for, and if water has been turned on. At cycle completion, 2.
the LCD window may display INSTAL PASS!, meaning your new washer is properly installed and ready
for use. If it prompts an action such as NO WATER, CHECK HOSES or
CALL SERVICE 877 435 3287, review the installation steps and make the necessary corrections be-
fore you attempt to use the washer.
Your washer will exit the Installation Cycle and return to normal operation the next time you wake it up.3.
NOTE
Washer will stay awake for 3 minutes after the
Installation Cycle. If you wish to immediately run the
washer through a washing cycle, press the cancel
button to put the unit to sleep and then rewake it
immediately to continue the normal operating mode.
Please read the 4. Use & Care Guide and enjoy your new premium washer!
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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 fl at work surface, such as top of washer or fl oor near
washer, with a soft cloth or towel.
4 Be sure washer is unplugged from power source!
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Failure to disconnect power source before servicing
could result in personal injury or even death.
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.
B) Removing Door from Hinge
1 Reopen door to 90 degree angle.
2 Remove 4 long, course-thread, counter-sunk
hinge screws from door.
Tools needed:
Screwdrivers with
#2 square &
straight bit
3 Close the door.
4 Rotate the door trim approximately ¾”
counter-clockwise and pull it away from the
front of the door.
3 While supporting the weight of the door
with both hands, separate the door from the
hinge.
4 Gently place the door face down on a fl at,
covered work surface.
Reversing Door
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C) Removing Hinge from Front Panel
1 With the hinge in open position, remove 2
short, course-thread, panhead screws on
hinge plate.
2 Remove 3 short, fi ne-thread, counter-sunk
screws in hinge side.
D) Removing Door Lock from Front Panel
1 Remove 2 short, course-thread, panhead
screws from the door lock.
2 Slide 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 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.
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Failure to disconnect power source before
servicing could result in personal injury or even
death.
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.
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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 fi rmly pushing
it in place.
3 Insert the harness connection through the
front panel fi rst, and then pivot the lock until
it is fl ush. Slide the lock toward the center of
the front panel until the screw holes line up.
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.
4 Use the side locating pins to align the hinge
and install 1 short, fi ne-thread, counter-sunk
screw in the center hole of hinge side.
4 Secure the lock with 2 short, course-thread,
panhead screws.
5 Install the other 2 short, fi ne-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
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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
I) Removing Hole Plug
1 Insert fl at blade screwdriver into open slot of
hole plug.
2 Gently pry upward to release tab.
1 Insert fl at blade screwdriver into open slot of
latch indicator.
2 Gently pry upward to release tab.
3 Pull the indicator out and set it aside.
3 Pull the hole plug out and set it aside.
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insert tab
insert tab
press down
and snap
press down
and snap
insert indicator
through
slot
Reversing Door
J) Reinserting Latch Indicator
1 Rotate the latch indicator and move it to the
opposite hole in the door.
insert indicator
through
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.
slot
insert tab
K) Reattaching Striker Plate
1 Rotate the striker plate and move it to the
opposite side of door above the indicator.
2 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
3 Firmly press downward on the indicator until
the tab snaps in place.
press down
and snap
insert tab
insert tab
3 Firmly press downward on the hole plug until
the tab snaps in place.
press down
and snap
Reattaching door and hardware
Reversing Door
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M) Reattaching Door Assembly
1 Open the hinge to a 90 degree angle.
2 Install the door onto the hinge locating pins.
3 Secure the door with 4 long, course-thread,
counter-sunk screws.
O) Reinstalling Trim Ring
1 Close the door.
2 Orient the trim so 12 position is
approximately ¾” to the left of top center.
The opening in the trim ring should be on the
hinge side.
3 Insert the trim ring in the slots and rotate it
clockwise approximately ¾”.
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 is marked 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.
UP
3 Rotate the trim ring cover plate and move
it to the opposite opening in the trim and
reinsert.
Q) Plug in washer and continue operation.
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