Owner's

Manual

and

installation instructions

Three-Speed AUTOMATIC WASHERS

IMPORTANT: Read and follow all safety and operating instructions before first use of this product,

Your washer may look different from the washer shown.

Sears,

Roebuck

and

Co.,

Hoffman

Estates,

IL 60179

U.S.A.

PART NO. 3950144

Rev. A

PRINTED

IN U.S.A.

BEFORE USING YOUR NEW WASHER SEARS AUTOMATIC WASHER WARRANTY iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS iNSTRUCTiONS

2 3 4 5 20 29 31 32

iNSTALLATION

OPERATING YOUR WASHER LAUNDRY TiPS CARING FOR YOUR WASHER TROUBLESHOOTING SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

36

Please read this manual. It will help you install and operate your new Kenmore washer in the safest and most economical For more way. about the care

Use the space below to record the model number and serial number of your new Kenmore Washer.

information

and operation of Kenmore appliances call your nearest Sears store. You will need the complete model and serial numbers when requesting information. Your washer's model and serial numbers are located on the Model and Serial Number Plate.

Model No.

Serial

No.

Date of Purchase

ModelandSerial Number Plate

Keep this book and your Sears Salescheck (receipt) in a safe place for future reference.

WARRANTY ON MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL PARTS For one year from the date of purchase, when the washer is installed and operated in accordance with the instructions in the Owner's Manual, Sears will repair or replace any mechanical or electrical parts in this washer, if defective in material or workmanship. LiMiTED 5-YEAR WARRANTY ON GEARCASE PARTS After one year and until five years from the date of purchase, Sears will furnish replacement parts for any defective gearcase parts. You will be charged for labor.

FULL I-YEAR

LIMITED 10-YEAR ON PLASTIC TUB

WARRANTY ten years from will furnish a for any plastic material or workfor labor.

After one year and until date of purchase, Sears replacement plastic tub tub which is defective in manship.

You will be charged

If the washer is subjected to other than private family use, the above warranty coverage is effective for only 90 days. WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Sears, Roebuck and Hoffman Estates, IL Co., Dept. 60179. 817WA,

Your safety and the safety

of others

is very

important.

We have provided many important safety and on your appliance. Always read and

messages in this manual obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. A!l safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." These words mean:

injured you don't You will ifbe killed or follow seriously instructions.

injured you don't You can ifbe killed or follow seriously instructions,

All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

YOUR SAFETY IS IMPORTANT TO US

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your washer, follow basic precautions, including the following: Read all instructions the washer. Do not wash articles before using washing machine, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during this time. Do not allow children to play on or in the washer. Close supervision of children is necessary when the washer is used near children. Before service the washer or discarded, is moving. or store this washer to the weather. with controls. of the unless Owner's and where is removed remove from the lid. if the tub

that have been

previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, other flammable or explosive substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode. Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash water. These substances give off vapors ignite or explode. that could

Do not reach into the washer or agitator Do not install Do not tamper

it will be exposed

Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, before using a

Do not repair or replace any part washer or attempt any servicing specifically recommended in the Manual or in published user-repair instructions that you understand have the skills to carry out.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT:

Observe

all governing

codes

and ordinances.

INSTALLATION

OVERVIEW
and parts

For a complete list of tools needed, see pages 6-8. A. SELECT LOCATION

FOR YOUR WASHER Recessed Areal Closet Installation

(pgs.

10-12) Laundry (p. 10) Tub Drain System (p. 11)

Instructions

Standpipe

Drain

System

(p. 12)

Floor

Drain

System

(p. 12)

39"

B. REMOVE SHIPPING

STRAP (p. 13)

Tools Needed:

Scissors

Flashlight (optional depending on installation)

C. CONNECT

DRAIN

HOSE

(pgs.

i4-i5)

__/TWl _,_Yl _ _i

ST / AND PUSH

Tools

Needed:

Parts

Needed:

Pliers that open to I9/_6 inches

Flashlight (optional depending on installation)

I yellow, single-wire hose clamp (top of drain hose)

1 silver, doublewire hose clamp (bottom of drain hose)

D, CONNECT iNLET HOSES TO WASHER (pgs. 15-16)

1
Tools Needed: Parts Needed:

Su
Pliers that open to 19/[_inches Flashlight (optional depending on installation)

2 water inlet hoses

4 flat water inlet hose washers

E. CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WATER FAUCETS (p, 16)

Tools

Needed:

Parts

Needed:

2 water inlet hoses Pliers that open to 1 /_6inches

9

(optional depending on installation)

Flashlight (optional depending on installation)

F. SECURE DRAIN HOSE (p. 17)

Tools

Needed:

Parts

Needed:

Flashlight (optional depending on installation)

Shipping strap with fastener

G. LEVELWASHER

(p, 18)

Tools

Needed:

Parts

Needed:

U16-1nch open-end wrench 2 front leveling legs with nuts

Flashlight (optional depending on installation)

Wood block

Selecting the proper location for your washer will improve its performance and minimize concerns like washer walk or noise. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

120-Volt, 60-Hz., AC-only, 15- or 20-ampere fused electrical supply is required. (Time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended.) Connect to individual branch circuit.

WARNING: improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance - 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 wiii reduce the risk of electric shock

Electrical Plug into outlet. Do not Do not Do not Failure

Shock

Hazard 3-prong prong. cord. instructions or

a grounded ground

by providing a path of least for electric current.

resistance

remove

use an adapter. use an extension to follow these fire,

can result in death, electrical shock.

This washer is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3-prong grounding plug. To minimize possible shock hazard, you must plug the power supply cord into a mating 3-prong grounding-type wall receptacle, grounded in accordance with National Electrical Code, ANSl/NFPA 70-latest edition and all local codes and ordinances.

3-prong grounding-type wail receptacle 3-prong grounding plug

Grounding prong

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//

Power

supply

A. SELECT LOCATION FOR YOUR WASHER RECESSED AREAl CLOSET INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

This washer may be installed in a recessed area or closet.

3"

48 sq. in. minimum ventilation area

24 sq. in. minimum ventilutiun

al'ea

3"

FrontView (DoorWith Vent) *Additional learancetot wall, door and tloor moldings may be required. c Toreducetransferof washersounds, a clearanceot 1 inchon the sidesot the washeris recommended.

The installation spacing is in inches and is the minimum allowable. Allow additional space if other appliances are to be installed in the area.

if closet

door is installed,

the mini-

mum air openings in top and bottom are required. Louvered doors with equivalent air openings in top and bottom are acceptable.

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LAUNDRY TUB DRAIN SYSTEM

Check location where installed. This washer using one of three tub drain drain washer will be can be installed Do not store or operate washer at or below 32F (some water may remain in washer). See page 31 for Winterizing Information. Proper installation is your responsibility. Make sure you have everything necessary for correct installation including the following points:

systems: system system (below) (p. 12)

Laundry Standpipe Floor

drain

system

(p. 12)

Grounded receptacle: Must be within 4 feet of where the power cord is attached to the back of the washer.

Hot and cold water faucets: Must provide water pressure between 5-100 psi and be within 4 feet of the hot and cold water fill valves attached to the back of the washer. Laundry tub drain system: Needs a minimum 20-gallon laundry tub.

Support: Floor must be sturdy enough to support a total weight of 315 pounds (including washer, water, and load weight).

Level floor:

Maximum

allowable slope under entire washerI inch.

Top of tub must be at least 39 inches above floor and no higher than 96 inches from bottom of washer.

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ALTERNATE LOCATIONSSTANDPIPE AND FLOOR DRAIN SYSTEMS

Siphon break: Must be purchased separately. See chart below.

Standpipe drain system: Needs a two-inch minimum diameter standpipe with minimum carry-away capacity of 17 gallons per minute. Top of standpipe must be at least 39 inches above floor and no higher than 96 inches from bottom of washer.

Floor drain system: Requires a siphon break, see chart below. A minimum carryaway capacity of 17 gallons per minute is required.

If you

have:

You will

need

to buy:

Laundry tub or standpipe taller than 96 inches 1-inch diameter standpipe

Sump pump system (if not already available) 2-inch diameter to 1-inch diameter standpipe adapter, Part No. 3363920 Standard 20 gallon, 39-inch tall drain tub or utility sink and sump pump (available from local plumbing suppliers) Siphon break, Part No. 285320; additional drain hose, Part No. 3357090; and Connector Kit, Part No. 285442

Overhead

sewer

Floor

drain

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

STEP 3. Pull firmly to remove the end of the shipping strap that remains pinned to the back of the washer. This will release the rear self-leveling legs.

Removing the shipping strap is necessary for smooth operation, If the shipping strap is not removed, the washer will make excessive noise.

To prevent cardboard

floor damage, set washer onto before moving across floor. close to its final location.

Move washer

STEP 1. Read, then remove the label over the electrical plug and shipping strap. STEP 2. Pull the yellow shipping strap completely out of the washer. There should be three cotter pins on the end of the shipping strap when it is pulled out of the washer. The electrical plug is attached to this shipping strap.

PULL

Electrical plug

STEP 4. Cut the shipping strap about 16 inches from plug end. Look for the words "CUT HERE;' Discard end with three cotter pins. Slide remainder of shipping strap from the electrical plug. You will use this to secure the drain hose.

ipplng s rap

Pin

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C. CONNECT DRAIN HOSE

Proper connection of the drain hose will protect your floors from damage due to water leakage. STEP 1. To prevent the drain coming off or leaking, it must per the following instructions: hose from be installed

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper installation, this procedure must be followed exactly. a. Wet the inside of the straight end of the drain hose with tap water. DO NOT USE ANY OTHER LUBRICANT. b. Squeeze ears of silver, double-wire clamp with pliers to open. Place clamp over the straight end of the drain hose 1/4 inch from the end. d. Place clamp over "CLAMR" Release area marked clamp.

1/4'_

DrainHnsex

c. Open clamp. Twist hose back and forth while pushing down onto drain connector at the bottom of the washer. Continue until hose contacts the ribbed stop on the cabinet.

If you Drain

have: hose that is too short

You will

need

to buy: and

Drain hose, Part No. 388423 hose kit, Part No. 285442 Hose your drain Drain kit, Part No. 285442 protector, Part

Drain

hose that is too long with lint clogging

A problem

No. 367031

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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Forstandpipe r laundry o tubdrain systems: STEP 2.Open yellow, single-wire clamp withpliers andslide overhookednd e ofdrain tosecure hose therubber and corrugated sections together. Hooked End

D. CONNECT INLET HOSES TOWASHER

Proper connection will allow hot and

of your inlet hoses cold water to enter it also helps due to leaks.

your washer properly, prevent water damage

Slip Failure STEP 3. Put hooked end of drain hose injury into laundry tub or standpipe. Check for proper length of drain hose. Rotate hook to eliminate kinks. To prevent drain into the washer: water from going back

and Fall

Hazard result in head

Use new water or broken

inlet hoses. bones.

to do so can

Do not straighten hooked end of drain hose and force excess drain hose into standpipe. Do not lay excess of laundry tub. drain hose in bottom

NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after five years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found. When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement on the label with a permanent marker.

STEP 1. Insert one new, flat washer (from the parts bag) into each end of the inlet hoses. Check that washers are firmly seated in couplings.

COUPLING

WASHER

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STEP 2.Attach thehose withthered coupling tothehotwaterbottom) ( inlet valve. Attaching theredcoupling first makes easier to tighten connection it
with pliers. Screw on coupling Make an additional two-thirds pliers to tighten OVERTIGHTEN; the valves. by hand. turn with coupling. DO NOT this could damage Cold Water inlet Valve

E. CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WATER FAUCETS

STEP 1. Make sure washer basket is

empty. Run water through both faucets into a bucket or laundry tub to get rid of particles in the water lines that might clog hoses. Determine which faucet is hot and which is cold. Mark the hot water faucet.

Hot Water Inlet Valve

STEP

2. Attach

the

hose with

the red

STEP

3. Attach

the hose with the blue

coupling to the hot water faucet. Screw on coupling by hand. Make an additional two-thirds turn with pliers to tighten coupling. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN; this could damage the coupling. STEP 3. Attach the hose with the blue

coupling to the cold water (top) inlet valve. Screw on coupling by hand. Make an additional two-thirds turn with pliers to tighten coupling. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN; this could damage valves.

coupling to the cold water faucet. Screw on coupling to faucet by hand. Make an additional two-thirds turn with pliers to tighten OVERTIGHTEN; the coupling. STEP check coupling. DO NOT this could damage

4. Turn on water faucets and for leaks. A small amount of the washer. You will

water may enter drain this later.

If you

have:

You will

need

to buy:

Water faucets beyond the reach of water fill hoses

2 longer water fill hoses: 6 ft. hoses, Part No. 76314 or 10 ft. hoses, Part No. 350008

Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center. Call 1-800-366-PART (1-880-366-7278).

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F. SECURE DRAIN HOSE

Securing the drain protect your floors to water leakage.

hose from

properly damage

will due

STEP 1. Move washer location.

to its final

-4
u

If the water faucets and drain standpipe 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 nearest hole in the shipping strap.

STEP 2. Locate the remaining piece of sMpping strap (not the end with the three cotter pins) from STEP 4 of "REMOVE SHIPPING STRAP." Use it to wrap the drain hose together with the laundry tub or standpipe. Push fastener into the nearest hole in the shipping strap.

Fastener

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G. LEVEL WASHER

Leveling your washer properly prevents excessive noise and vibration. To install front legs: STEP 5. Move washer location. to its final

STEP 1. Prop front of washer up (about 4 inches). Use a wood block or another object that will support the weight of the washer. If washer was placed against a wall, move the washer out slightly before tipping it up. STEP screw of leg initial 2. With one of the legs in hand, lock nut onto leg 3/8 inch from top base. This is the recommended setting.

STEP 6. Tilt washer forward until rear of washer is at least 3 inches off floor. You may hear the self-adjusting rear legs click into place. Lower washer to floor. Check levelness of the washer by placing a level on top of the washer, first side-to-side; then front-to-back.

STEP 3. Screw leg into washer hand until nut reaches washer Repeat for other leg.

base by base.

STEP 7. If washer is not level, prop up the front of the washer and adjust the legs up or down as necessary. Lower washer and reset self-adjusting rear legs (as in Step 6). Repeat Step 7 until the washer is level. STEP 8. When washer is in its final

location and level, use a 9/16-inch openend wrench to turn nuts on front legs tightly against washer cabinet. If nuts are not tight against washer cabinet, the washer may vibrate.

STEP 4. Tilt washer backward front of washer is off the wood Remove wood block. washer to floor. Gently

until block. lower

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REVIEW INSTALLATION

Take a few minutes to complete this checklist, it will help assure you that you have a proper installation and increase your satisfaction with your Kenmore washer,

[]

Check electrical requirements. Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. Check that you have: you started with. materials. with on

[]

Check

that: is level. legs are tight. faucets are

The washer

The nuts on the front [] Check turned that the water on.

[]

All the tools Removed

all packaging strap listed

Removed shipping three cotter pins. Installed all parts pages 6-8.

FINAL STEPS
[] Plug power supply grounded outlet. cord into [] Take a few minutes and read the

[]

Remove the blue protective film on the console and any tape remaining on washer.

Operating instructions (pages 20-28) to fully understand your new washer. Then, start the washer and allow it to complete the ULTRA CLEAN Cycle.

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STARTING

YOUR WASHER

Togetthemaximum cleaning and fabriccarefromyourwasher, please readand follow these instructions.

NOTE: The drawings in this section show the basic features of all models covered supplied washer's by this manual. Refer to the "Feature Sheet" for your particular features.

STEP 1. Add measured detergent directly into washer basket. Then place a load of sorted clothes in the washer.
STEP 2. (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired, add measured liquid chlorine bleach to the liquid bleach dispenser (see page 26). STEP 3. (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired, add measured liquid fabric softener to the fabric softener dispenser (see page STEP 4. Close washer lid.

27).

STEP 5. Set WATER LEVEL ControlQ based on the size of your wash load (see page 21 ). STEP Control Explosion Never place items that are dampened or other flammable No washer can remove oil. Hazard in the washer with gasoline fluids. STEP 6. Set the WATER Q (see pages TEMPERATURE 21 and 22). Control

7. Set RINSE 24).

OPTIONS

(see page STEP

8. Set SPEEDS

_)Control in the

completely that has ever on it (including instructions

according load (see

to the type of fabric page 22).

Do not dry anything had any type of oil cooking oils). Failure to follow can result or fire. in death,

STEP 9. Push the Cycle Selector Control (Timer) Knob Q in and turn to the right to desired setting (see page 23). STEP 10. Pull the Cycle Selector Control (Timer) Knob out. The dial will rotate as the cycle progresses. The knob will not rotate.

these

explosion,

STOPPING/RESTARTING YOURWASHER To stop the washer at any time, push the Cycle Selector Control (Timer) Knob in. Pull the knob out to restart.

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SET WATER LEVEL CONTROL

Washers WATER

with a 5-position LEVEL Control to

This control gives you the flexibility to save water when washing small loads.

To change to a higher water level setting after the washer has started agitate, turn the knob to the desired new setting.
MEDIUM
LOAD

Your washer lets you select a water setting based on the size of your wash load. For normal loads, start with the

MEDIUM LOAD Setting. Adjust up or down depending on your load. Clothes should move freely and roll toward the agitator. Washers WATER with a variable LEVEL Control

SET WATER CONTROL

TEMPERATURE

Your washer lets you select a wash and rinse water temperature setting based on the type of load you are washing. Using warm rinse water will leave loads
dryer after the spin cycle than if you use cold rinse water. However, warm rinses may increase wrinkling when line drying. In cold climates, warm rinse water also provides a more comfortable temperature for handling the wash load. Warm rinse is controlled to 75F.
COLD WARM CO_D AU_ _MPERATURE CONTROL

To change to a higher water level setting after the washer has started to agitate, turn the knob to RESET, then to the desired new setting.

MEDIUM LOAD

HOT COLD COLD e_!!_ WARM WARM

COLD eCOLD I

SELECTING Wash Water Temperature HOT 120F or above

WATER

TEMPERATURES

Suggested Fabrics Work clothes Sturdy whites/ colorfast pastels Diapers Dark/non-colorfast colors Permanent press items Nylon, polyester, acrytics, silks, woolens Knits/delicate fabrics Extra-sensitive colors Non-colorfast items Hand washables

Comments Best cleaning for heavily soiled items Removes oils, perspiration, greasy soils and stains Prevents graying or yellowing Best for moderately soiled to lightly soiled items Safe for most fabric finishes Less fading and dye bleeding Reduces wrinkling

WARM 90-110F

COLD* 70-90F

Best for very lightly soiled items Saves hot water

*In wash water temperatures colder than 70_F, detergents do not dissolve welt. Also, soils may be difficult to remove 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. 21

AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (ATC)

extra-slow speed agitation (10 seconds) and soaking (20 seconds). Slow spin speeds help reduce wrinkling. Do not use HAND WASHABLES for large items like blankets. NOTE: Some "HAND WASH" items, particularly wool, naturally shrink when washed either in the sink or in the washer HAND WASHABLES Cycle. Keep this in mind when you purchase items labeled "HAND WASH'.' Items that shrink should be dried flat. Block these items by gently ing to original measurements. EXTRA DELICATE stretch-

ATC takes away the worry of undissolved detergent and ensures consistent cleaning results from season to season with warm and cold washes.

ATC electronically senses and maintains a uniform water temperature by regulating incoming hot and cold water. Even in cold wash, some warm water is let into the washer to maintain a temperature of approximately 75F. in very cold water, detergent may not dissolve and clothes will Warm wash is regulated not be cleaned at approximately completely. 100F. ATC does not control the hot wash water

Use this speed setting for lingerie and AUTO loosely knit items. Setting combines TEMPERATURE extra-slow speed agitation for gentle soil CONTROL removal and slow spin speeds to reduce (,.,... _ wrinkling.

i vwKivl
_ COLD

REGULAR Use this speed setting for normally soiled cottons and linens. Setting combines slow speed agitation and fast spin speeds to shorten drying time. HEAVY DUTY

COLD COLD

_ WARM

temperature. Warm rinse is regulated at approximately 75F for all warm rinse settings. This may be a cooler warm rinse than what you are used to, but it saves energy and still gives you proper rinsing and a load that is comfortable to remove.

Use this speed setting for sturdy or heavily soiled loads. Setting combines fast speed agitation and fast spin speeds. HANG DRY

Use this speed setting for sturdy permanent press fabrics that will be line dried. Setting combines fast speed agitation and slow spin speeds to reduce wrinkling.

SPEEDS This section

DESCRIPTIONS illustrates and describes SPEEDS

the wash/spin speeds you can select with the SPEEDS Control. Each speed setting is designed for different types of fabrics and soil levels. HAND WASHABLES

REGULAR

EXTRA DELICATE

SLOW/FAST m

HEAVY DUTY

Use this speed setting for hand washable and special-care items. Garments are labeled "Hand Wash" because: The fiber or construction sensitive to agitation. The fabric contains that may bleed. may be

WASHABLES _NTEEMITTENT EXTRASLOW/SLOW

HANG

DRY

EXHANDSLOW _SLOWo@o

_AST/SLOW @ FASTI FAST

J
dyes

sensitive

The wash action mirrors the way you would treat hand washable garments in a sink. It does this by repeating periods of 22

SETTING YOUR CYCLE SELECTOR (TIMER) CONTROL Use this control to choose the agitation time and to start the washer. For heavy soil and sturdy fabrics, use the full time. For light soil and delicate fabrics, use less time.
PERMANENT PRESS

The PERMANENT PRESS Cycle includes a load cooling process that reduces wrinkling compared to other cycles. You can select wash time. up to 10 minutes of

PREWASH Use this cycle to get up to 4 minutes of agitation to help remove heavy soils and stains that need pretreatment. PREWASH Cycle should be followed by an ULTRA CLEAN or PERMANENT PRESS Cycle with additional detergent. SOAK SOAK Cycle features 4 minutes of agitation followed by an unlimited soak time to help remove heavy soils and stains that need pretreatment. You will need to reset the washer to a SPIN setting to remove water. SOAK Cycle should be followed by an ULTRA CLEAN, PERMANENT PRESS, or PREWASH Cycle with additional detergent. NOTE: We do not recommend It may set some hot water stains. for soaking.

NOTE: When the timer reaches PAUSE, the washer will drain and pause for no more than two minutes while some of the wash water is drained with rinse water. ULTRA CLEAN and replaced

Use this cycle for most loads to get between 4 and 14 minutes of wash time.

RINSE

SPIN

2ND

RINSE

SHORT

6
OFF

ULTRA

CLEAN 1{

lo

SUPER

PERMANENT PRESS

PREWASH

PUSH

& TURN

CLOCKWISE

TO SET

PULL

TO START

PUSH

TO STOP

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SETTING YOUR RINSE OPTIONS CONTROL

RINSE

AND

SPIN

When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes, or washing special-care items, you may find an extra rinse and spin is needed. STEP 1. Set WATER LEVEL Control.

A second

rinse

will

remove

more

detergent residue. It is especially beneficial if extra detergent has been used to remove heavy soils. AUTOMATIC SECOND RINSE

STEP 2. Set WATER Control. STEP 3. Set RINSE to ONE RINSE. STEP 4. Set SPEEDS

TEMPERATURE OPTIONS Control: Control

Your washer allows you to add an automatic second rinse to the ULTRA CLEAN Cycle or PERMANENT PRESS Cycle. Simply set the RINSE OPTIONS Control on 2ND RINSE before you start the washer. You won't have to come back to select a second rinse.

For fast agitation and spin, use the HEAVY DUTY setting. For slow agitation and spin, use the EXTRA DELICATE setting. For slow agitation use the REGULAR and fast spin, setting.

STEP 5. Set the Cycle Selector Control (Timer) Knob to a RINSE setting. ONE RINSE 2ND RINSE STEP 6. Pull Cycle Selector Control (Timer) Knob out to start washer.

@
o

SHORT

ULTRA CLEAN
SUPER 14 t

PREWASH SOAK

SPIN

ONLY

A drain and spin may help shorten drying times for some heavy fabrics or specialcare items by removing excess water. STEP 1. Set RINSE to ONE RINSE. STEP 2. Set SPEEDS OPTIONS Control: DUTY Control

For fast spin, setting.

use the HEAVY

For slow spin, use the EXTRA DELICATE setting. STEP 3. Set the Cycle Selector (Timer) Knob to a SPIN setting. Control

STEP 4. Pull the Cycle Selector Control (Timer) Knob out to start washer.

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SELF-CLEANING

LINT FILTER

TRIPLE ACTION"

AGITATOR

Lint is filtered

from

the

load no

Kenmore's

exclusive

TRIPLE

ACTION"

automatically - there's messy cleanup.

Agitator gives you the most flexible fabric care for even your largest loads, The TRIPLE ACTION"' Agitator moves in three directions, depending on load size, to ensure proper cleaning. The best cleaning action in your washer takes place at the bottom where the

Your washer features a self-cleaning filter that traps lint from the water while the washer is washing and deep rinsing the laundry. The trapped lint is flushed down the drain automatically. You don't have to clean the filter.

agitator vanes back and forth the fabric, the soil.

move to flex

loosening

The upper portion of the agitator features special vanes that push the clothes down in a spiraling pattern to where the cleaning action is, displacing the clothes that are there with a "roll-over" motion.

QUIET PAK

TM

The QUIET PAK" System is designed to reduce water sounds and ringing noises. The cabinet is insulated with sounddampening materials for superior vibration and sound-damping characteristics.

For your largest loads, the TRIPLE ACTION T''Agitator offers a load-sensing feature that actually senses when you are washing a really large load and responds by telling the top part of the agitator to move in an additional up and down motion. This ensures that all clothes get moved down to the lower vanes.

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UNDERSTANDING NORMAL
WASHER SOUNDS Your new washer may make sounds that your old one didn't. Because the sounds are unfamiliar, you may be concerned about them. The following describes some of the normal sounds you may hear and what causes them. During Washing

USING THE LiQUiD CHLORINE BLEACH DISPENSER

Automatically dilutes bleach to ensure the cleanest and brightest loads.

When you select a small load size setting for a small wash load, your washer has a lower water level. With this lower water level, you may hear a clicking sound from the upper portion of the agitator. During Drain

Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Use a measuring cup, do not guess. Do not pour directly from bottle. Never use more than 1 cup for a full load. Use less with smaller loads. Follow manufacturer's directions spout for safe use. will help A cup with a pouring you avoid spilling.

The rate that water is drained from your washer depends on your installation, if water is drained quickly from the washer, you may hear air being pulled through the pump. This happens during the end of draining. After Drain and Before Spin

When the cycle changes from draining to spinning, you may hear a noise as the gearcase shifts.

After loading the washer, pour measured liquid chlorine bleach carefully into the dispenser. Do not let bleach down into washer bleach will damage Start the washer. splash, basket. Bleach drip, or run Undiluted it touches. in contact will be diluted

any fabric it comes

automatically before with the wash load.

NOTE: Do not use this dispenser to add powdered chlorine or color-safe bleach to your wash load. The dispenser is for liquid chlorine bleach only.

Liquid chlorine

bleachdispenser

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USING THELIQUID FABRIC ToRemove theFabric Softener SOFTENER DISPENSER Dispenser for Cleaning Afteroading l thewasher, measure and STEP 1. Pull the blue lock ring up, add therecommended offabric then remove dispenser from agitator amount by pulling up. softener intothedispenser. Follow manufacturer's directions. STEP 2. Flush the dispenser with NOTE: Pouring toomuch fabric softener warm water intothedispenser willcause thefabric To Replace the Fabric Softener softener todispense instantly intothe Dispenser load tosiphoning due action. instant STEP 1. Be sure the blue lock ring This "dump" damage could fabrics nd a will is pulled up. Starting at an angle (see make itappear thatyour ispenser d is illustration), push the bottom of the notworkingorrectly. c 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 fabric softener

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Addwarm waterofillthedispenser t untiltreaches i thecrossed openingt a thebottom ofthefunnel-shaped portion ofthedispenser. Fabric oftener s isdispensed intothe firstdeep rinse water utomatically. a NOTE: Fabric ofteners s arenotcompatible ithdetergents. dispenser w This shouldever eused n b inthePREWASH Cycle since itwould dispense fabric softener intoawash thathasnot load been rinsed. Undiluted softener fabric spilled nfabric resultnspots o may i that look likeoilstains. If youeveruseyour ispenser d thisway bymistake, rewash theload withextra detergent toremove deposits. these

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UNDERSTANDING WHAT HAPPENS IN EACH CYCLE ULTRA CLEAN

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PREPARING CLOTHES FORWASHING

SORTING Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled ones, even if they would normally be washed together. Separate lint givers (towels, chenille) from lint takers (corduroy, synthetics, permanent press). When possible, turn lint givers inside out. Separate colorfast dark colors from light colors, items from non-colorfast items. items).

Follow

these

recommendations the life of

to help you prolong your garments.

Close zippers, snaps, and hooks to avoid snagging other items. Remove pins, buckles, and other hard objects to avoid scratching the washer interior. Remove non-washable trim and ornaments. Empty pockets inside out. Turn down and dirt. cuffs, and turn them brush away lint

Sort by fabric and construction (sturdy cottons, knits, delicate

Turn synthetic avoid pilling. Tie strings not tangle. Mend Treat tears, spots

knits inside

out to

and sashes loose

so they will and seams.

hems,

and stains.

Stained washed

or wet garments should be promptly for best results.

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LOADING

Proper loading of your washer contributes to proper cleaning and fabric care and reduces machine noise,

Drop items into washer loosely. Fill to the top of the basket (top row of holes). Do not wrap items around the agitator. Items should move easily through wash water for best cleaning and wrinkle-free results. Items should sink and reappear later. Load washer properly and select correct water level setting. Overloading or packing the machine, and selecting a setting too small for the wash load can: cause increase create poor cleaning wrinkling excessive of pilling) items lint faster

LOADING

SUGGESTIONS

For these suggested full-sized leads, set the WATER LEVEL Selector to the highest water level setting. SUPER CAPACITY
Heavy Work Clothes 4 jeans 4 workpants 4 workshirts 2 sweatshirts 2 sweatpants Towels 10 bath towels 10 hand towels 14 wash cloths

PLUS WASHERS
Mixed Load 3 sheets (1 king, 2 twin) 4 pillowcases 3 shirts 3 blouses 9 T-shirts 9 shorts 10 handkerchiefs

wear out items (because

Load by the amount of space take up, not by their weight.

Mix large and small items in each load. Load evenly to maintain washer balance. An off-balance load can make the washer vibrate during spin. Use a higher water level setting to reduce wrinkling with permanent press clothes and some synthetic knits. These items should have more room to move in the water than heavy items (towels, jeans). Reduce wash time by using a lower water level setting. Loads with only a few small items need less wash time.

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CLEANING

YOUR

WASHER

Proper care of your washer can extend its life. This section explains how to care for your washer properly and safely. Exterior Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills with a soft, damp cloth or sponge as they occur. Occasionally wipe the outside of the washer to keep it looking like new. Do not put sharp or metal objects in your washer. They can damage the finish. Check all pockets for pins, clips, money, bolts, nuts, etc. Do not lay these objects on your washer after emptying pockets. Interior Clean interior with 1 cup of chlorine bleach mixed with 2 cups of detergent. Run washer through a complete cycle using hot water. Repeat process if necessary. NOTE: Remove hard water deposits using only cleaners labeled as washer safe. Water Inlet Hoses

WINTER MOVING

STORAGE CARE

OR

Install and store your washer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in the hoses, freezing can damage your washer. If storing or moving your washer during freezing weather winterize it.
To winterize washer: faucets. water inlet

1. Shut off both water 2. Disconnect hoses.

and drain

3. Put 1 quart of R.V.-type in the basket.

antifreeze

4. Run washer on a SPIN setting for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and water. Some of the mixture will pump 5. Unplug out while the washer supply cord. spins. the power

To use washer 1. Flush water 2. Reconnect 3. Turn

again: pipes water and hoses. inlet hoses. faucets. supply cord.

on both water power

4. Reconnect

Replace inlet hoses after five years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks are found. When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement on the label with a permanent marker.

5. Run the washer through a complete cycle with 1 cup of detergent to clean out antifreeze. NON-USE OR VACATION CARE or

Operate your washer only when you are at home. if you will be on vacation not using your washer for an extended 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.

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Mostaundering l problems areeasily solved ifyouunderstand thecause, Check these forcommon lists laundry
Problem Washer Leaks Possible Household Cause ptumbing

andwasher problems.youneed If further assistance, seepage 37.

Solution

is leaking.

Repair plumbing. Tighten hoses (see "INSTALLATION," Sections D & E). Reseat washers (see "INSTALLATION:' Clamp drain hose (see "INSTALLATION:' Section D).

Inlet hoses not tight.

Inlet hose washers not properly seated. Drain hose not properly clamped or is off. Drain is clogged.

Section C).

Remove drain clogs. Sink, standpipe, or floor drain must be able to handle 17 galtons of water per minute.

Tub moved forward during unloading, causing water to deflect off of tub ring. Unit not level causing water to deflect off of tub ring.

Ensure tub is centered before starting washer.

Ensure front feet are installed and nuts are tightened. Level washer. Reset rear legs (see "INSTALLATION:' Section G). Redistribute the load.

Load is unbalanced. rinses are deflecting Washer is overloaded.

Spray off of toad. Fills or off

Reduce load size.

spray rinses are deflecting of load. Won't Drain/ Won't Spin/ Wet Loads Drain hose is kinked or clogged. Correct operation neutral drain, of

Straighten or unplug hose (see "INSTALLATION:' Section C). After a wash or rinse, the washer will drain without spinning. After draining, the spinning begins. Close the lid. Lower drain hose (see "INSTALLATION:' Use tess detergent. Section C).

Lid is open. Drain hose is more than 96 inches above floor. Too much detergent excessive sudsing. Wrong cycle for load being washed, -

Choose a cycle with a higher spin speed (see "OPERATION").

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Problem Won't Drain/ Won't Spin/ Wet Loads (cont.)

Possible

Cause

Solution Check electrical source or call electrician. Do not use extension cords. Cotd rinses leave loads wetter than warm rinses. This is normal. Raise the drain hose (see "INSTALLATION_' Section C).

Low vottage or using an extension cord.

Cold rinses.

Continues to Fill/ Continues to Drain/ Cycle Stuck

Drain hose is less than 39 inches above floor. Drain hose fits tightty into standpipe. Drain hose taped into standpipe.

Adjust drain hose for loose fit (see "INSTALLATION," Section C).

Do not seal off drain hose with tape. The drain hose needs an air gap. Redistribute load.

Washer Noise

Makes

Load is unbalanced. Washer is not levet. Rear leveling tegs not set. Nuts on front feet not tight.

Level washer. Reset rear legs (see "INSTALLATION_' Section G Tighten nuts (see "INSTALLATION_'

Section G

Yellow shipping strap with cotter pins not completely removed. Floor not strong enough to support washer. Gears engaging after drain and before spin. Upper part of agitator clicks during wash. Won't Fill/ Water inlet valve screens are plugged. Water is turned off. Hot and cold hoses are reversed. Inlet hose is kinked, Timer dial is not lined up.

Remove strap with cotter pins (see "INSTALLATION," Section B

Relocate washer (see "INSTALLATION_' This is normal.

Section A).

This is normal.

Clean screens.

Won't Rinse/ Won't Agitate/ Wrong Temperature

Turn on water. Reverse hoses (see "INSTALLATION Sections Straighten D & E). hoses,

Turn timer knob to the right slightly and pull to start, in. Plug in power cord.

Power cord not plugged

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Problem Machine Stops

Possible

Cause

8olution Plug in power cord. Check electrical electrician. source or call

Power cord not plugged in. No power at plug.

Fuse blown or circuit breaker open. Using an extension cord.

Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. If problem continues, call electrician. Do not use extension cords.

Timer is not lined up.

Turn timer to the right slightly and pull to start. Set and pull out knob. Allow cycle to continue (see "OPERATION").

Timer knob not pulled out. Washer at pause in PERMANENT PRESS Cycle (approximately two minutes). Machine is overloaded. Agitator Working Not The top of the agitator moves only in one direction. The top of the agitator is loose. Water Level Too Low/Not Completely Filling Tub is Crooked The top of the agitator is much higher than the highest water level. This creates a perception of the washer not being full. Tub pulled forward when unloading, Tub moves. Unit not level.

Wash smaller loads. This is normal.

This is normal. This is normal.

Ensure tub is centered starting washer. This is normal.

before

Ensure front feet are installed and nuts are tightened. Level washer. Reset rear legs (see "INSTALLATION," Section G).

Lint on Load

Improper sorting.

Sort lint givers from tint takers and by color. Lint can be trapped in load if overloaded. Wash smaller loads. Clean out pockets before washing. Use enough detergent hold tint in water. to

Overloading.

Paper or tissue in pockets. Not enough detergent.

Detergent not dissolving. Water temperatures lower than 6OF.

Use Automatic Temperature Control (ATC). ATC ensures wash water temperature will be warmer than 7OR

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Problem Tearing

Possible

Cause

8olution Loads should move freely during wash. Wash smaller loads. Do not pour chlorine bleach directly on load. Wipe up bleach spills.

Overloading. Improper use of washer, improper use of chlorine bleach. Undiluted bleach will damage fabrics. Sharp items not removed from pockets; fasteners not fastened. items damaged washing, before

Clean out pockets before washing. Zip zippers before washing.

Mend rips and broken threads in seams before washing. Dilute fabric softener deep rinse only. Install an iron filter. Use enough detergent to remove soil and hold it in suspension. Sort dark clothing from whites and lights. Unload the washer as soon as it stops. Unload the washer as soon as it stops. and add to

Stains on Load

improper use of fabric softener in washer or dryer, Iron in water (rust). Under use of detergent causing soil to be redeposited, Dye transfer due to not sorting loads properly, Dye transfer due to not unloading washer promptly,

Load is Wrinkled

Not removing

toad promptly.

Wrong cycle for fabrics being washed, Overloading.

Use cold rinses and cycles with slow spin speeds to reduce wrinkling. Loads should move freely during wash. Wash smaller loads. Use Automatic Temperature Control (ATC). If safe for fabric, use warm or hot wash water. Use cold rinse water. Reverse hoses (see "INSTALLATION," Sections D & E). Loads should move freely during wash. Wash smaller loads.

Wash water not warm enough to relax wrinkles. Using warm rinses, Hoses reversed.

Load is Tangled/ Twisted

Overloading.

Clothes wrapped agitator, Clogged Dispensers/ Bleach Leaking/ Bleach on Wrong Loads

around

Do not wrap items around agitator when loading washer. Dilute fabric softener in dispenser. Add color-safe bleach directly to the

Not diluting softener. Use of color-safe chlorine bleach in

bleach dispenser,

basket. Do not use chlorine bleach dispenser. Always measure bleach before adding to the dispenser. Carefully pour into the dispenser. Wipe up bleach spills. 35

Improper use of chlorine bleach.

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