Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions: Two-Speed Automatic Washers
Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions: Two-Speed Automatic Washers
Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions: Two-Speed Automatic Washers
Installation Instructions
Two-Speed
AUTOMATIC WASHERS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
LAUNDRY TIPS 28
TROUBLESHOOTING 31
Please read this manual. It will help Use the space below to record the model
you install and operate your new number and serial number of your new
Kenmore washer in the safest and Kenmore Washer.
most economical way.
For more information about the care
and operation of Kenmore appliances Model No.
call your nearest Sears store. You will
need the complete model and serial
numbers when requesting information. Serial No.
Your washer's model and serial numbers
are located on the Model and Serial
Number Plate. Date of Purchase
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Keep this book and your Sears
Model and Serial Salescheck (receipt) in a safe
Number Plate . place for future reference.
FULl. 1-YEAR WARRANTY LIMITED 10-YEAR WARRANTY
ON MECHANICAL AND ON PLASTIC TUB
ELECTRICAL PARTS After one year and until ten years from
For one year from the date of purchase, date of purchase, Sears will furnish a
when the washer is installed and operated replacement plastic tub for any plastic
in accordance with the instructions in tub which is defective in material or work-
the Owner's Manual, Sears will repair or manship. You will be charged for labor.
replace any mechanical or electrical parts If the washer is subjected to other than
in this washer, if .defective in material or private family use, the above warranty
workmanship. coverage is effective for only 90 days.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE
LIMITED 5-YEAR WARRANTY
BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST
ON GEARCASE PARTS SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE
After one year and until five years from UNITED STATES.
the date of purchase, Sears will furnish
This warranty applies only while this
replacement part,_ for any defective gear-
product is in use in the United States.
case parts. You will be charged for labor.
This warranty gives you specific legal
rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.
Sears Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA,
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179.
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the
clhance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are
not followed.
YOURSAFETYIS IMPORTANT
TO US
WARNING:To reduce the risk of fire, washing machine, turn on all hot water
electric shock, or injury to persons faucets and let the water flow from each
when using your washer, follow basic for several minutes. This will release any
precautions, including the following: accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is
flammable, do not smoke or use an open
• Read all instructions before using
the washer. flame during this time.
• Do not wash articles that have been • Do not allow children to play on or in the
washer. Close supervision of children is
previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked
in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning necessary when the washer is used near
children.
solvents, other flammable or explosive
substances as they give off vapors that • Before the washer is removed from
could ignite or explode. service or discarded, remove the lid.
• Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning • Do not reach into the washer if the tub
solvents, or other flammable or explosive or agitator is moving.
substances to the wash water. These • Do not install or store this washer where
substances give off vapors that could it will be exposed to the weather.
ignite or explode. • Do not tamper with controls.
• Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas • Do not repair or replace any part of the
may be produced in a hot water system washer or attempt any servicing unless
that has not been used for 2 weeks or
specifically recommended in the Owner's
more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. Manual or in published user-repair
If the; hot water system has not been instructions that you understand and
used for such a period, before using a have the skills to carry out.
A. SELECT LOCATION
FOR YOUR WASHER (pgs. 10-12)
Recessed Area/ Laundry Tub Drain System (p. 11)
Closet Installation Instructions (p. 10)
39"
Standpipe Drain System (p. 12) Floor Drain System (p. 12)
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B. RE!MOVE
SHIPPINGSTRAP(p. 13)
Tools Needed:
' TWIST
AND
PUSH
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D. CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WASHER (pgs. 15-16)
thoses
Pliers that open to 19/16inches
uc et
(optional Flashlight (optional
depending on depending on
installation) installation)
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F. SECURE DRAIN HOSE (p. 17)
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
120-Volt, 60-Hz., AC-only, 15- or WARNING: Improper connection of
20-ampere fused electrical supply is the equipment grounding conductor can
required. (Time-delay fuse or circuit result in..a risk of electric shock. Check
breaker is recommended.) Connect to with a qualified electrician
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONSor serviceman
individual branch circuit. if you are in doubt as to whether the
appliance is properly grounded. Do not
modify the plug provided with the appli-
ance - if it will not fit the outlet, have
a proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
For your personal safety, this washer
must be grounded. In the event of
malfunction or breakdown, grounding
will reduce the risk of electric shock
Electrical Shock Hazard by providing a path of least resistance
Plug into a grounded 3-prong for electric current.
outlet. This washer is equipped with a power
Do not remove ground prong. supply cord having a 3-prong grounding
Do not use an adapter. plug. To minimize possible shock hazard,
you must plug the power supply cord
Do not use an extension cord.
into a mating 3-prong grounding-type
Failure to follow these instructions
wall receptacle, grounded in accordance
carl result in death, fire, or with National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
electrical shock. 70-latest edition and all local codes and
ordinances.
3-Prong _-___.____
Grounding-Type
Wall Receptacle
3-Prong
Grounding Plug
I G_rounding
...) Prong
Power Supply
Cord
A. SELECT LOCATION
FOR YOUR WASHER -
RECESSED AREA/
CLOSET INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
This washer may be installed in a recessed area or closet.
3"
48 sq. in.
OO, minimum-
T ventilation
area
19"
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24 sq. in.
minimum-
ventilation 3'"
area
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FrontView SideView FrontView
(DoorNotShown) (DoorShown) (DoorWithVent)
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LAUNDRY TUB DRAIN SYSTEM
Check location where washer will be Do not store or operate washer at or
installed. This washer can be installed below 32°F (some water may remain in
using one of three, systems: washer). See page 30 for Winterizing
Information.
• Laundry tub drain system (below)
• Standpipe drain system (p. 12) Proper installation is your responsibility.
• Floor drain system (p. 12) Make sure you have everything necessary
for correct installation including the
following points:
Grounded receptacle: Must Hot and cold water faucets: Water heater: To get the
be within 4 feet of where the Must be within 4 feet of the best washing results, set
power cord is attached to the hot and cold water fill valves water heater to deliver
back of the washer. attached to the back of the 140°F water to washer.
washer and provide water
pressure between
5-100 P.S.I.
Laundry tub drain system:
Needs a minimum 20-gallon
laundry tub.
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AL']i'ERNATE LOCATIONS-
STANDPIPE AND FLOOR DRAIN SYSTEMS
Standpipe drain system: Needs a two-inch Floor drain system: Requires a siphon
minimum diameter standpipe with minimum break, see chart below. A minimum carry-
carry-away capa(;ity of 17 gallons per minute. away capacity of 17 gallons per minute is
Top of standpipe must be at least 39 inches required.
high and no higher than 96 inches from
bottom of washer.
Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center.
Call 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278).
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B. REMOVE SHIPPING STRAP
Shippingstrap
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C. CONNECT DRAIN HOSE
1/4"_ DrainHose\\
Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center.
Call 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278).
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For standpipe or laundry tub drain D. CONNECT INLET HOSES
systems: TO WASHER
Drain Hose
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the inlet hoses. Check that washers
are firmly seated in couplings.
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COUPLING WASHER
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STI-P 2. Attach the hose with the red E. CONNECT INLET HOSES
coupling to the hot water (bottom) inlet TO WATER FAUCETS
valve. Attaching the red coupling first
makes it easier to tighten connection STEP 1. Make sure washer basket is
with pliers. Screw on coupling by hand. empty. Run water through both faucets
Make an additional two-thirds turn with into a bucket or laundry tub to get rid of
pliers to tighten coupling. DO NOT particles in the water lines that might
OVI--RTIGHTEN; this could damage clog hoses. Determine which faucet is
the valves. hot and which is cold. Mark the hot water
ColdWater faucet.
Inlet Valve
Hot
Water
Inlet
Valve
Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center.
Call I-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278).
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= SECURE DRAIN HOSE
STEP 1. Move washer to its final If the water faucets and drain standpipe
location. are recessed, put hooked end of drain
hose in standpipe. Tightly wrap the
shipping strap around the drain hose
and water inlet hoses (not the handles
or stems). Push fastener into the
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nearest hole in the shipping strap
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Fastener
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:iEVIEW INSTALLATION
FINAL STEPS
[] Plug power supply cord into [] Take a few minutes and read the
grounded outlet. Operating Instructions (pages 20-27)
to fully understand your new washer.
[] Remove the blue protective film on Then, start the washer and allow it
the console and any tape remaining to complete the NORMAL Cycle.
on washer.
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STARTING WASHER
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SET WATER LEVEL CONTROL SET WATER TEMPERATURE
CONTROL
Your washer lets you select a wash and
rinse water temperature setting based
on the type of load you are washing.
This control gives you the flexibility to
save water when washing small loads. Some washers allow you to select
warm rinses:
Your washer lets you select a water • Using warm rinse water will leave
setting based on the size of your wash loads dryer after the spin cycle than if
load. you use cold rinse water. However,
• For normal loads, start with the warm rinses may increase wrinkling
MEDIUM LOAD Setting. Adjust up when line drying.
or down depending on your load. • In cold climates, warm rinse water
Clothes should move freely and roll also provides a more comfortable
toward the agitator. temperature for handling the wash
load.
• To change to a higher water level
setting after the washer has started to WATER TEMPERATURE
agitate,, turn the knob to the desired
new setting.
WARM WARM
WATER LEVEL COLD WARM
COLD HOT
f COLD • COLD
MEDIUM
LOAD
LOAD LOAD
SMALL• @ • LARGE
W= rater
Temp ature Suggested Fabrics Comments
HOT • Work clothes • Best cleaning for heavily soiled items
130°F r above • Sturdy whites/ • Removesoils, perspiration,greasy soils,
colorfast pastels and stains
• Diapers • Preventsgraying or yellowing
WARM Dark/non-colorfast colors • Best for moderately soiled to lightly soiled items
90 °-110°F Permanent press items • Safe for most fabric finishes
Nylon, polyester, acrylics, • Less fading and dye bleeding
silks, woolens • Reduces wrinkling
Knits/delicate fabrics
*In wash water temperatures colder than 70°F detergents do not dissolve well. Also, soils may
be difficult to remowa and some fabrics may retain wear wrinkles and have increased pilling -
the formation of small lint-like balls on the surface of garments. Pilling is the natural result of
wearing and washing of garments.
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SEITING YOUR CYCLE NOTE: When the timer reaches PAUSE,
SELECTOR (TIMER) CONTROL the washer will drain and pause for no
more than two minutes while some of the
Use this control to choose the agitation
wash water is drained and replaced with
time and to start the washer. Each cycle
rinse water.
is designed with the wash and spin
speeds that are appropriate for the fabrics NORMAL
and soil levels in your wash load. Use this cycle to get up to 10 minutes
• For heavy soil and sturdy fabrics, use of wash time for normally soiled cottons
the full time (SUPER or REGULAR and linens.
if indicated). • Wash combines fast and slow speed
• For light soil and delicate fabrics, use agitation with fast spin speeds to
less time (SHORT if indicated). shorten drying time.
• Selecting REGULAR gives you fast
NOTE: Do not wash garments labeled agitation speeds initially, then the washer
Hand Wash in your washer. Garments steps down to a slow agitation speed.
that are labeled Hand Wash have:
• Selecting SHORT gives you slow
• A fiber or construction that is agitation speed.
sensitive to agitation. HEAVY DUTY
• Sensitive dyes that may bleed. Use this cycle to get up to 14 minutes
Follow care label directions for drying. of wash time for sturdy or heavily soiled
Items that may shrink should be dried loads.
flat. Block these items by gently stretch-
• Wash combines fast speed agitation and
ing to original measurements. Woolens
fast spin speeds.
tend to shrink more the first time they
are washed. PREWASH (on some models)
Use this cycle to get up to 4 minutes of
PERMANENT PRESS agitation to help remove heavy soils and
You can select up to 10 minutes of stains that need pretreatment. PREWASH
wash time. Cycle should be followed by a HEAVY
DUTY, NORMAL, or PERMANENT
DELICATE PRESS Cycle with additional detergent.
Use this cycle to get up to 6 minutes
of wash time for lingerie and loosely SOAK (on some models)
knit items. SOAK Cycle features 4 minutes of agita-
tion followed by an unlimited soak time
to help remove heavy soils and stains
that need pretreatment. You will need
The PERMANENT PRESS/DELICATE to reset the washer to a SPIN setting to
Cycles include a load cooling process remove water. SOAK Cycle should be
that reduces wrinkling compared to followed by a HEAVY DUTY, NORMAL,
other cycles. PERMANENT PRESS or PREWASH
Cycle with additional detergent.
• Wash combines slow speed agitation for
gentle soil removal and slow spin speeds NOTE: We do not recommend hot water
to reduce wrinkling. for soaking. It may set some stains.
HEAVY DUTY
14/--
PREWASH _
SOAK
NORMAL
DEUCATE REGULAR
PERMANENT PRESS-- 10 SHORT
AUTOMATIC 2ND RINSE STEP 4. Set the Cycle Selector Control
(Timer) Knob to a RINSE setting:
• For fast agitation and spin, use the
HEAVY DUTY Cycle.
A second rinse will remove more • For slow agitation and spin, use the
detergent residue. It is especially PERMANENT PRESS Cycle.
benefiicial if extra detergent has • For slow agitation and fast spin, use
been used to remove heavy soils. the NORMAL Cycle.
STEP 5. Pull Cycle Selector Control
Washers with a RINSE OPTIONS (Timer) Knob out to start washer.
Control allow you to automatically
add a second rinse to the HEAVY SUPER
14/ 10 -- REGULAR
DUTY Cycle. -- SHORT
NORMAL
REGULAR
SPIN _- SHORT
Control. --SHORT
2ND R3NSE
NORMAL
REGULAR
_-- SHORT
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SELF-CLEANING LINT FILTER DUAL-ACTION" AGITATOR
Your washer features a self-cleaning The best cleaning action in your washer
filter that traps lint from the water while takes place at the bottom where the
the washer is washing and deep rinsing agitator vanes move back and forth to
the laundry. The trapped lint is flushed flex the fabric, loosening
down the drain automatically. You don't the soil.
haw. _ to clean the filter. The upper portion of
the agitator moves in
only one direction to
help you wash larger
loads. The clockwise
rotation of the agitator
forces the clothes
on top down to the
bottom where most
of the cleaning
action takes
place.
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USING THE LIQUID FABRIC
SOFTENER DISPENSER
(some models)
After loading the washer, measure and To Remove the Fabric Softener
add the recommended amount of fabric Dispenser for Cleaning
softener into the dispenser. Follow STEP 1. Pull the blue lock ring up,
manufacturer's directions. then remove dispenser from agitator
NOTE: Pouring too much fabric softener by pulling up.
into the dispenser will cause the fabric STEP 2. Flush the dispenser with
softener to dispense instantly into the warm water.
load due to siphoning action. This instant
"dump" could damage fabrics and will To Replace the Fabric Softener
make it appear that your dispenser is not Dispenser
working correctly. STEP 1. Be sure the blue lock ring
is pulled up. Starting at an angle (see
illustration), push the bottom of the
dispenser down on the agitator top.
STEP 2. When the dispenser is
seated on the agitator, push the blue
lock ring down until it snaps in place.
It must fit tightly.
,Liquid fabricsoftener
dispenser
Bluelockring
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JNDERSTANDING WHAT HAPPENS HEAVY DUTY
N EACH CYCLE
• _ Drain -
Spin
Pause Fill to
selected level
Fill to
Fill for selected level Rinse
cool down
Rinse
Wash Drain -
no spin
Drain -
Drain - no spin Spin
no spin
Spin
Spin Off or
2ND RINSE
Off
Fill to
selected level PREWASH
selected level
Rinse Fill to
SOAKFill to _ selected
Washtime
Drain -
selected level •
no spin
• /I _ I| Drain-
Soak
Off Spin
(reset to SPIN to
drain washer)
Off
(reset to wash
cycle and time)
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PRI--PARING CLOTHES SORTING
FOR WASHING • Separate heavily soiled items from
lightly soiled ones, even if they
would normally be washed together.
Separate lint givers (towels, chenille)
Follow these recommendations from lint takers (corduroy, synthetics,
permanent press). When possible,
to help you prolong the life of
turn lint givers inside out.
your garments;.
• Separate dark colors from light colors,
colorfast items from non-colorfast items.
• Close zippers, snaps, and hooks to
aw)id snagging other items. Remove • Sort by fabric and construction
(sturdy cottons, knits, delicate items).
pir_s, buckles, and other hard objects
to avoid scratching the washer interior.
Remove non-washable trim and
ornaments.
• Empty pockets and turn them
inside out.
• Turn down cuffs, brush away lint
and dirt.
• Turn synthetic knits inside out to
aw)id pilling.
Tie, strings and sashes so they will
not tangle.
Mend tears, loose hems, and seams.
Treat spots and stains.
Stained or wet garments should be
washed promptly for best results.
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LOADING LOADING SUGGESTIONS
For these suggested full-sized loads,
set the WATER LEVEL Selector to the
highest water level setting.
Proper loading of your washer con- SUPER CAPACITY PLUS WASHERS
tributes to proper cleaning and fabric
care and reduces machine noise. Heavy Work
Clothes Towels Mixed Load
1 sweatpants 1 blouse
4 T-shirts
5 shorts
6 handkerchiefs
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CLE'ANING YOUR WASHER WINTER STORAGE OR
Proper care of your washer can extend MOVING CARE
its life. This section explains how to care Install and store your washer where
for your washer properly and safely. it will not freeze. Because some water
Exterior may stay in the hoses, freezing can
damage your washer. If storing or
Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other
moving your washer during freezing
spills with a soft, damp cloth or sponge weather winterize it.
as they occur. Occasionally wipe the
outside of the washer to keep it looking To winterize washer:
like .,new. 1. Shut off both water faucets.
Do riot put sharp or metal objects in your 2. Disconnect and drain water inlet
washer. They can damage the finish. hoses.
Check all pockets for pins, clips, money, 3. Put 1 quart of R.V.-type antifreeze
bolt.,;, nuts, etc. Do not lay these objects in the basket.
on your washer after emptying pockets.
4. Run washer on a SPIN setting for
Interior about 30 seconds to mix the anti-
Clean interior with 1 cup of chlorine freeze and water. Some of the mixture
bleach mixed with 2 cups of detergent. will pump out while the washer spins.
Run washer through a complete cycle 5. Unplug the power supply cord.
using hot water. Repeat process if
To use washer again:
necessary.
1. Flush water pipes and hoses.
NOTE: Remove hard water deposits
2. Reconnect water inlet hoses.
using only cleaners labeled as washer
safe. 3. Turn on both water faucets.
4. Reconnect power supply cord.
WATER INLET HOSES 5. Run the washer through a complete
Replace inlet hoses after five years cycle with 1 cup of detergent to clean
of use to reduce the risk of hose out antifreeze.
failure. Periodically inspect and
replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, NON-USE OR VACATION CARE
cuts, wear, or leaks are found. When Operate your washer only when you
replacing your inlet hoses, mark the are at home. If you will be on vacation or
date of replacement on the label with not using your washer for an extended
a permanent marker. period of time, you should:
• Unplug the power supply cord or turn
off electrical power to the washer.
• Turn off the water supply to the washer.
This helps avoid accidental flooding
(due to a water pressure surge) while
you are away.
Mostlaunderingproblemsare easily andwasherproblems.If you need
solvedif you understandthe cause. furtherassistance,seepage36.
Checktheselistsforcommonlaundry
Unit not level causing water Ensure front feet are installed and
to deflect off of tub ring. nuts are tightened. Level washer.
Reset rear legs (see "INSTALLATION,"
Section G).
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Problem Possible Cause Solution
Drain hose taped into Do not seal off drain hose with tape.
standpipe. The drain hose needs an air gap.
-Nmer dial is not lined up. Turn timer knob to the right slightly
and pull to start.
Timer knob not pulled out. Set and pull out knob.
Lint on Load Improper sorting. Sort lint givers from lint takers
and by color.
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Problem Possible Cause Solution
Load is Not removing load promptly. Unload the washer as soon as it stops.
Wrinkled
Wrong cycle for fabrics Use cold rinses and cycles with slow
being washed, spin speeds to reduce wrinkling.
Wash water not warm enough to If safe for fabric, use warm or hot wash
relax wrinkles. Using warm rinses, water. Use cold rinse water.
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need delivered directlyto your home
Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week
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(1-800-366-7278)