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Sears Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A.
Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8

www.sears.com
www.sears.ca

The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life of
your new product. Here's what's included in the Agreement:

TABLE OF CONTENTS

v' Expert service by our 12,000 professional repair specialists

PROTECTION AGREEMENTS .......................................................
In the U.S.A ...................................................................................
In Canada .....................................................................................

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2
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WARRANTY .....................................................................................

WASHER SAFETY ...........................................................................

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ................................................
Tools and Parts ............................................................................
Options .........................................................................................
Location Requirements ................................................................
Drain System ................................................................................
Electrical Requirements ................................................................

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................
Remove Transport System ...........................................................
Connect the Inlet Hoses ...............................................................
Route the Drain Hose ................................................................
Secure the Drain Hose ..............................................................
Level the Washer .......................................................................
Complete Installation .................................................................
FEATURES AND BENEFITS .......................................................

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WASHER USE ..............................................................................
Starting Your Washer ................................................................
Using the Proper Detergent ......................................................
Using the Dispenser ..................................................................
Pausing or Restarting ................................................................
Changing Cycles, Options and Modifiers .................................
Status Lights ..............................................................................
Cycles ........................................................................................
Normal Washer Sounds ............................................................
Options ......................................................................................
Modifiers ....................................................................................
Laundry Guide ...........................................................................

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LAUNDRY TIPS ............................................................................
Loading ......................................................................................

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WASHER CARE ...........................................................................
Cleaning Your Washer ...............................................................
Water Inlet Hoses ......................................................................
Vacation, Storage, and Moving Care ........................................

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TROUBLESHOOTING

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SERVICE NUMBERS ...............................................

BACK COVER

PROTECTION AGREEMENTS

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covered repairs
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guarantee - replacement of your covered
product if four or more product failures occur within twelve
months
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if your covered product can't be fixed

v' Annual Preventive Maintenance
extra charge

Check at your request - no

v' Fast help by phone - phone support from a Sears technician
on products requiring in-home repair, plus convenient repair
scheduling
v' Power surge protection against electrical damage due to
power fluctuations
v' Rental reimbursement
longer than promised

if repair of your covered product takes

Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is all that
it takes for you to schedule service. You can call anytime day or
night, or schedule a service appointment online.
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Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices and
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Sears Installation

Service

For Sears professional installation of home appliances, garage
door openers, water heaters, and other major home items, in the
U.S.A. call 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®.

Maintenance Agreements
Your purchase has added value because you can depend on
Sears HomeCentraP for service. With over 2,400 Service
Technicians and more than a million parts and accessories, we
have the tools, parts, knowledge and skills to back our pledge:
We Service What We Sell.
Your Kenmore ® product is designed, manufactured and tested to
provide years of dependable operation. But like all products, it
may require service from time to time. The Sears Maintenance
Agreement offers you an outstanding service program, affordably
priced.
The Sears Maintenance Agreement
•
Is your way to buy tomorrow's service at today's price

Master Protection Agreements
Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new
Kenmore ®product is designed and manufactured for years of
dependable operation. But like all products, it may require
preventive maintenance or repair from time to time. That's when
having a Master Protection Agreement can save you money and
aggravation.
Purchase a Master Protection Agreement now and protect
yourself from unexpected hassle and expense.

•

Eliminates repair bills resulting from normal wear and tear

•

Provides phone support from a Sears technician on products
requiring in-home repair

•

Even if you don't need repairs, provides an annual Preventive
Maintenance Check, at your request, to ensure that your
product is in proper running condition.

Some limitations apply. For more information about Sears
Canada Maintenance Agreements, call 1-800-361-6665.

KENMORE ELITE®APPLIANCE WARRANTY
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
When installed, operated and maintained according to all
instructions supplied with the product, if this appliance fails due
to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the
date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®to arrange for free
repair.
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY ON STAINLESS
STEEL DRUM
For the lifetime of the washer from the date of purchase, when
this washer is installed, operated and maintained according to all
instructions supplied with the product, Sears will replace the
stainless steel wash drum due to defective materials or
workmanship. After the first year, customer assumes any labor
costs associated with replacement of this part.
TEN YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON PLASTIC TUB
For ten years from the date of purchase, when this washer is
installed, operated and maintained according to all instructions
supplied with the product, Sears will replace the plastic tub due
to defective materials or workmanship. After the first year,
customer assumes any labor costs associated with replacement
of this part.
FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON DRIVE SYSTEM PARTS
For five years from the date of purchase, when this washer is
installed, operated and maintained according to all instructions
supplied with the product, Sears will replace the following drive
system parts if defective in materials or workmanship: drive
pulley and drive belt. After the first year, customer assumes any
labor costs associated with replacement of these parts.
TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON SENSOR SMART TM
ELECTRONIC BOARD
For two years from the date of purchase, when this washer is
installed, operated and maintained according to all instructions
supplied with the product, Sears will replace the electronic
control board if defective in materials or workmanship. After the
first year, customer assumes any labor costs associated with
replacement of these parts.

THIS WARRANTY COVERS ONLY DEFECTS IN MATERIAL
AND WORKMANSHIP. SEARS WILL NOT PAY FOR:
1.

Expendable items that can wear out from normal use,
including but not limited to filters, belts, light bulbs, and bags.

A service technician to instruct the user in correct product
installation, operation or maintenance.

A service technician to clean or maintain this product.

Damage to or failure of this product if it is not installed,
operated or maintained according to all instructions supplied
with the product.

Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident,
abuse, misuse or use for other than its intended purpose.

Damage to or failure of this product caused by the use of
detergents, cleaners, chemicals or utensils other than those
recommended in all instructions supplied with the product.

Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from
unauthorized modifications made to this product.

DISCLAIMER
REMEDIES

OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES;

LIMITATION OF

Customer's sole and exclusive remedy under this limited
warranty shall be product repair as provided herein. Implied
warranties, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a
particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period
allowed by law. Sears shall not be liable for incidental or
consequential damages. Some states and provinces do not allow
the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, or limitations on the duration of implied warranties of
merchantability or fitness, so these exclusions or limitations may
not apply to you.
This warranty applies only while this appliance is used in the
United States and Canada.
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
Sears Canada Inc.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8

If this appliance is used for other than private family purposes,
this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.
PRODUCT

RECORD

In the space below, record your complete model number, serial
number, and purchase date. You can find this information on the
model and serial number label located on the product.
Have this information available to help you obtain assistance or
service more quickly whenever you contact Sears concerning
your appliance.
Model number
Serial number
Purchase date

Save these instructions
reference.

and your sales receipt for future

WASHER SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety
messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING."
These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow
instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.

IMPORTANT

SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the washer, follow basic precautions,
including the following:
[] Read all instructions before using the washer.
[] Do not wash articles 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 that could ignite or
explode.
[] 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 the 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.

SAVE THESE

[] 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 the washer is removed from service or discarded,
remove the door or lid.
[] Do not reach into the washer if the drum, tub or agitator is
moving.
[] Do not install or store the washer where it will be exposed to
the weather.
[] Do not tamper with controls.
[] Do not repair or replace any part of the washer or attempt any
servicing unless specifically recommended in this manual or in
published user-repair instructions that you understand and
have the skills to carry out.
[] See "Electrical Requirements"

INSTRUCTIONS

for grounding instructions.

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
The parts supplied are in the washer drum.
Tools needed for connecting the water
•
Pliers (that open to 19/16"[39.5 mm])
•

inlet hoses

Flashlight (optional)

Tools needed

for installation

•

Open end wrenches 17 mm and 13 mm

•

Level

•

Wood block

•

Ruler or measuring tape

Pedestal
You have the option of purchasing pedestals of different heights
separately for this washer. You may select a 10" (25.4 cm) or a
15.5" (39.4 cm) pedestal. Remember that the pedestal will add to
the total height of the washer.

Parts supplied

A. 10" (25.4 crn) pedestal
B. 15.5" (39.4 crn) pedestal

This pedestal (with storage drawer) is available in several colors.
To order, call your local Sears store. For further information,
please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME ® (1-800-469-4663).

A. Drain hose form
B. Inlet hose (2)
C. Inlet hose washer (4)
D. Transport bolt hole plug (4)
E. Beaded strap

Alternate

Parts

Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears
Service Center. For further information, please call
1-800-4-MY-HOME ® (1-800-469-4663).
I1 You Have

You Will Need to Buy

Laundry tub or
standpipe taller
than 96" (2.4 m)

Sump pump system (if not already
available)

Overhead sewer

Standard 20 gal. (76 L), 30" (76.2 cm) tall
drain tub or utility sink and sump pump
(available from local plumbing suppliers)

Floor drain

Siphon break, Part Number 285834;
additional drain hose, Part
Number 8318155; and connector kit, Part
Number 285835

Drain hose too
short

4 ft (1.2 m) drain hose extension kit,
Part Number 285863

Water faucets
beyond reach of fill
hoses

2 longer water fill hoses:
6 ft (1.8 m) Part Number 76314,
10 ft (3.0 m) Part Number 350008

Pedestal
Height

Approximate
Height with
Washer

Color

Part
Number

10" (25.4 cm)

48" (122 cm)

White

46822

15.5" (39.4 cm}

53" (135 cm)

White

57822

Stack Kit
Are you planning to stack your Kenmore washer and dryer? To do
so, find the stack kit (8541503) in the drum of the matching
Kenmore dryer. Follow instructions included with the kit. See
"Location Requirements."

Selecting
theproperlocation
foryourwasher
improves
performance
andminimizes
noiseandpossible
washer
"walk."
Yourwasher
canbeinstalled
underacustomcounter,
orina
basement,
laundry
room,closet,orrecessed
area.See"Drain
System."
Companion
appliance
location
requirements
should
alsobe
considered.
Proper
installation
isyourresponsibility.

Recommended
installation
undercounter installation
The dimensions

spacing for custom

shown are for the recommended

Custom undercounter

spacing.

installation - Washer only

You will need
•

A water heater set to deliver 120°F (49°C) water to the
washer.

•

A grounded electrical outlet located within 6 ft (1.8 m) of
where the power cord is attached to the back of the washer.
See "Electrical Requirements."

•

Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of the
hot and cold water fill valves, and water pressure of
20-100 psi (137.9-689.6 kPa).
A level floor with a maximum slope of 1" (2.5 cm) under
entire washer. Installing the washer on soft floor surfaces,
such as carpets or surfaces with foam backing, is not
recommended.

39"rain.
(99.0cm)

+
1"--*F%,.
27"--_
(68.6 crn)

(2.5 crn)

(2.5 cm)

Recommended
installation spacing for recessed
closet installation, with or without a pedestal
The dimensions shown are for the recommended
Recessed area or closet installation

spacing.

'_t

(7.6crn)

•

A sturdy and solid floor to support the washer with a total
weight (water and load) of 400 Ibs (180 kg).

F-

34"'

(86.4 cm)

Do not operate your washer in temperatures below 32°F (0°C).
Some water can remain in the washer and can cause damage in
low temperatures.
Installation
•

The location must be large enough to allow the washer door
to be fully opened.
Additional spacing should be considered for ease of
installation and servicing.

•

Additional clearances might be required for wall, door, and
floor moldings.

•

Additional spacing of 1" (2.5 cm) on all sides of the washer is
recommended to reduce noise transfer.
Companion

#
24in,2 * -,
(155cm2) '

clearances

•

_....,

48 in'2*-}
(310
crn 2}

I1"_ 31_/2
" -_14"I_A
A. Side view - closet or confined area
B. Closet door with vents

*Min. top and bottom air openings for closet door.
Recessed or closet installation - Washer on pedestal

Washer Dimensions
27 _

5/"
(129.5crn)

38 _

196.5cm)

(2.8 cm)

A. Recessed area
B. Side view - closet or confined area

311/2"
(80.0crn)

(7.6cm)

(2.5cm) (86cm) (10.2cm)

appliance spacing should also be considered.

Recommended
installation spacing for recessed or
closet installation, with stacked washer and dryer
The dimensions

shown are for the recommended

spacing.

48 in?*

The washer can be installed using the standpipe drain system
(floor or wall), the laundry tub drain system, or the floor drain
system. Select the drain hose installation method you need. See
"Tools and Parts."

(316 cm 2)

Standpipe drain system - wall or floor (views A & 13}
The standpipe drain requires a minimum diameter standpipe of
2" (5 cm). The minimum carry-away capacity can be no less than
17 gal. (64 L) per minute.

3" (7.6 cm)

The top of the standpipe must be at least 30" (76.2 cm) high and
no higher than 96" (2.4 m) from the bottom of the washer.

3" (7.6 cm)

24in? *
(155cm2)

•_-

1" (2.5 crn)

30" rnin.
(76,2cm)

6" (1_2 cm)

i \\

76"
(193crn)

Laundry tub drain system (view C)
The laundry tub needs a minimum 20 gal. (76 L) capacity. The top
of the laundry tub must be at least 30" (76.2 cm) above the floor.

_--27"-_

5½"**

(14cm)

(2.5 cm)

Floor drain system (view D)
The floor drain system requires a siphon break that may be
purchased separately. See "Tools and Parts."

1"***

68.6 crn

2.6 cm

The siphon break must be a minimum of 28" (71 cm) from the
bottom of the washer. Additional hoses might be needed.

*Min. top and bottom air openings for closet door.
**External exhaust elbow requires additional space.
***Wall, door and floor molding may require
additional spacing.
Recommended
installation

installation

spacing for cabinet

•

The dimensions

shown are for the recommended

•

For cabinet installation, with a door, the minimum ventilation
openings in the top are required.
7" (17.8cm)

spacing.

7" (17.8cm)

k
, (22.9 cm)

31W'

(16.2 cm)

(60,6 cm)

27"

(2.5 cm) (2.5 cm) (68.6 cm)

1"
(2.5 cm)

•

Do not ground to a gas pipe.

•

Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure the
washer is properly grounded.

•

Do not have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit.

GROUNDING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- or 20-amp, fused electrical
supply is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is
recommended. It is recommended that a separate circuit
serving only this appliance be provided.
This washer is equipped with a power supply cord having a
3 prong grounding plug.
To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be
plugged into a mating, 3 prong, grounding-type outlet,
grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances. If a
mating outlet is not available, it is the personal responsibility
and obligation of the customer to have the properly grounded
outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is
recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the
ground path is adequate.

INSTRUCTIONS

For a grounded, cord-connected
washer:
This washer must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction
or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electrical
shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric
current. This washer is equipped with a cord having an
equipment-grounding
conductor and a grounding plug. The
plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is
properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances.
WARNING:
Improper connection of the equipmentgrounding 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 a permanently connected washer:
This washer must be connected to a grounded metal,
permanent wiring system, or an equipment grounding
conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and
connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on
the appliance.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Make sure the washer drum is empty.
1.
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install washer.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

Attach the hose with the red color indicator to the Hot (left)
inlet valve. Attaching the red coupling first makes it easier to
tighten connection with pliers. Screw on coupling by hand
until it is seated on the washer.
Attach the hose with the blue color indicator to the Cold
(right) water inlet valve. Screw on coupling by hand until it is
seated on the washe£

IMPORTANT: Position the washer so that the rear of the washer
is within approximately 3 ft (90 cm) of its final location.
There are 4 bolts in the rear panel of the washer that support the
suspension system during transportation. These bolts also retain
the power cord inside the washer until the bolts are removed.

H. Hot
C, Cold
3,

Using a 13 mm wrench, loosen each of the bolts.
Once the bolt is loose, move it to the center of the hole and
completely pull out the bolt, including the plastic spacer
covering the bolt.

NOTE: Do not overtighten.
result.
4,

Once all 4 bolts are removed, discard the bolts and spacers.
Then pull the power cord through the opening of the rear
panel and close the hole with the attached cap.

Close the bolt holes with the 4 transport bolt hole plugs.

NOTE: If the washer is to be transported at a later date, call your
local service center. To avoid suspension and structural damage
to your washer, it must be properly set up for relocation by a
certified technician.

Using pliers, check the tightness of the hose couplings
already attached to the washer.
Damage to the coupling can

Attach the hose with the red color indicator to the hot water
faucet. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the
washer.
Attach the hose with the blue color indicator to the cold water
faucet. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the
washer.
Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional
two-thirds turn.

NOTE: Do not overtighten.
result.

Damage

to the coupling

can

Turn on the water faucets and check for leaks.
NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the
risk of hose failure. Record hose installation or replacement
dates on the hoses for future reference.
Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts,
wear, or leaks are found.

Proper
routingofthedrainhoseprotects
yourfloorsfrom
damage
duetowaterleakage.
Readandfollowthese
instructions.
Remove
drainhosefromwashercabinet
Gentlypullthecorrugated
drainhosefromtheshipping
clips.

Drape the power cord over the washer top.

Secure the drain hose to the laundry tub leg or standpipe with
the beaded strap provided. (See illustrations A and B.)

C
If the washer faucets and the drain standpipe are recessed
(see illustration C), put the hooked end of the drain hose in
the standpipe. Tightly wrap the beaded strap around the
water inlet hoses and the drain hose.

/
Laundry

tub drain or standpipe

drain

Do not force excess drain hose into the standpipe.

Connect the drain hose form to the corrugated drain hose.
Properly leveling your washer avoids excessive noise and
vibration.
1.

B
If the washer is against a wall, move the washer out slightly
before tipping back. If the washer is not level, first prop the
front with a wood block and adjust the feet as necessary;
then prop the back and adjust feet as necessary. Repeat this
step until washer is level.

A. Snap either end of the drain hose form to the drain hose at
the point where the corrugation begins.
B. Bend drain hose over drain hose form and snap into place.

To keep drain water from going back into the washer:
•

Do not straighten the drain hose, and do not force excess
drain hose into standpipe. Hose should be secure, but loose
enough to provide a gap for air.

•

Do not lay excess hose on the bottom of the laundry tub.

Make sure that all four feet are stable and resting on the floor.
Then check that the appliance is perfectly level (use a level).

After the washer is level, use a 17 mm open-end wrench to
turn the nuts on the feet tightly against the washer cabinet.

Floor drain

IMPORTANT: All four feet must be tightened. If the nuts are
not tight against the washer cabinet, the washer may vibrate.

You may need additional parts. See Floor drain under "Tools and
Parts."

Check the levelness of the washer by placing a level on the
top edge of the washer, first side to side, then front to back.

When you are pushing on the edges of the washing machine
top plate, the machine should not move front to back, side to
side, or diagonally.
4.

Slide the washer to its final location.

Confirm the levelness of the washer.

Auto Water Level

Check the electrical requirements. Be sure that you have the
correct electrical supply and the recommended grounding
method. See "Electrical Requirements."

Be sure all parts are now installed. If there is an extra part, go
back through the steps to see which step was skipped.

Be sure you have all of your tools.

4.
5.

Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials.
Be sure the water faucets are on.

Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses.

Adjusting to the size of the load, this feature allows the washer to
use the minimal amount of water needed to clean and rinse the
clothes. With a low water level, you can obtain the same results
with smaller amounts of laundry products. Because only the
required amount of water is used, the washer saves energy, too.
Larger Load Size
Since there is no agitator, you can wash larger, bulkier items such
as an average size sleeping bag, pillow or a king size comforter.
You are also able to wash more clothes at one time, which means
fewer loads.
Suspension
System
To reduce washer "walk" and "off-balance"
washer combines:

Electrical
Plug into a grounded
Do not remove

Shock Hazard

ground

8.
g.

2 Springs to isolate vibration

•

4 Shock absorbers at the washer base to minimize movement

Stainless Steel Drum
The stainless steel drum eliminates corrosion and enables higher
spin speeds for more water extraction, helping to reduce drying
time.
High-Efficiency Wash System
Your new front-loading, high-efficiency washer saves time with
fewer, larger loads. It also conserves resources and lowers your
water and energy bills.

prong.

Do not use an extension

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3 prong outlet.

Do not use an adapter.

Failure to follow
fire, or electrical

conditions, your new

cord,

these instructions
shock.

can result in death,

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Read "Washer Use."
To test and to clean your washer, measure 1/2the
manufacturer's recommended amount of powdered or liquid
High Efficiency (HE) detergent for a medium size load. Pour
the detergent into the detergent dispenser. Select NORMAL/
CASUAL, and then select START. Allow the washer to
complete one whole cycle.

Spin Speeds
This washer automatically selects a spin speed based on the
cycle selected. This factory setting can be changed, however,
with up to six different spin speed choices.
Thermal Optimizer with Smart Wash Technology
The heating system ensures that the wash water is heated to the
preset temperature for Heavy Duty, Whitest Whites, and the
Sanitary cycles. It also provides Smart Wash Technology with
"Stepped Cleaning" when you are using the Sanitary cycle.
"Stepped Cleaning" starts the wash cycle with warm water to
remove stains (such as blood or grass).
Add Clothes

Use only HE High Efficiency detergent.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS
Audio Visual

Electronic

Controls

Flexible electronic controls are easy to use whether you are a
beginner or an expert.
Detergent Advantage System Dispenser
The four compartments in the dispenser allow loading of all
laundry products before the washer is started. The products will
be dispensed into the wash at the optimal time for
high-performance cleaning. TIMED BLEACH TM release is
included in the detergent advantage system. The detergent is
added at the beginning of the cycle, and the bleach is added
after the enzymes have had a chance to do their cleaning. The
fabric softener is dispensed in the rinse cycle. The Detergent
Advantage System Dispenser tray can easily be removed for
cleaning.

This option is available in all wash cycles except Rinse/Spin,
Drain/Spin and Clean Washer. When this option is available at the
beginning of the cycle, the Add Clothes status light will illuminate
for the first 8 minutes. This washer allows a 8-minute period in
which other garments may be added to a load.
Catalyst _ Cleaning
Action
A concentrated detergent solution is sprayed onto the clothes at
the beginning of the cycle to ensure that the detergent comes
into contact with the clothes as quickly as possible, helping to
remove stains from your clothes without pretreating.
Dynamic Balance
A precision balancing system that allows the washer to reach
spin speeds of up to 1,050 rpm. The washer spins faster so that
clothes coming out of the washer will dry faster. In addition, if the
Dynamic Balance system detects off-balance loads during
spinning, it redistributes the clothes so that they are evenly
balanced.

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Before washing clothes for the first time, if not completed during
the final installation step, choose the Normal/Casual cycle and
run it without clothes. Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. Use
Y_the manufacturer's recommended amount for a medium-sized
load. This initial cycle serves to ensure the interior is clean before
washing clothes.
For All Wash Cycles
Fire Hazard
Never place items in the washer that are dampened
with gasoline or other flammable fluids.

Open the washer door by pulling on the handle. Sort laundry
according to color and type of fabric. Place a load of sorted
clothes in the washer. Do not overload washer. Overloading
can cause poor cleaning.

No washer

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Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on
it (including cooking oils).

The washer can be fully loaded, but not tightly packed.
Washer door should close easily.

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Mix large and small items. Avoid washing a single item.
Load evenly.

Doing so can result in death, explosion,

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Wash small items such as infant socks in mesh garment
bags. It is recommended that more than one garment bag
be used and that each garment bag be filled with equal
amounts of material.

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When unloading garments, check under the gray colored
seal at the front of the tub for small items.

can completely

remove oil.

or fire.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to
persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before
operating this appliance.
The following is a guide to using your washer. Please refer to
specific sections of this manual for more detailed information.

Do not store laundry products on the top surface of this washer.
Vibration is normal during operation.

Use only High Efficiency detergents. The package for this type of
detergent will be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." This wash
system, along with less water, will create too much sudsing with a
regular non-HE detergent. Using regular detergent will likely result
in washer errors, longer cycle times and, reduced rinsing
performance. It may also result in component failures and
noticeable mold or mildew. HE detergents are made to produce
the right amount of suds for the best performance. Follow the
manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount of detergent
to use.

Use only "HE" High Efficiency

detergent.

Close the washer door by pushing it firmly until the lock clicks.
The washer door will remain locked during the wash cycle.
NOTES:
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After any wash cycle is completed, the door must be
opened and then closed before a new cycle can begin.

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The door can be opened only if STOP is selected while
the ADD CLOTHES light is glowing or if the cycle has
been canceled.

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See "To cancel a cycle" in "Changing Cycles, Options and
Modifiers section.

Open the dispenser drawer and add laundry products to the
detergent, bleach, or fabric softener compartments. Close
drawer slowly to avoid spills. See "Using the Dispenser."

Turn on the washer by selecting POWER. Select one of the
cycles by turning the cycle selector. The indicator light for the
selected cycle will glow green. When you are selecting a
wash cycle, the preset modifiers (Soil Level, Wash Temp and
Spin Speed) for the cycle, will glow green. Selectable options
will glow amber. If an option or modifier is unavailable with
the selected cycle, the light will not illuminate. The preset
settings provide the recommended fabric care for the
selected cycle. The display shows the estimated time
remaining. See "Cycles."

5.
6.

Select the desired OPTIONS. Not all Options are available
with all cycles. See "Options."
Select the desired MODIFIERS. Not all Modifiers are available
with all Cycles and Options. See "Modifiers."

If desired, select the CYCLE SIGNAL. The signal is helpful
when you are washing items that should be removed from the
washer as soon as it stops. Select LOUD, SOFT or OFF.

To begin the wash cycle immediately
Select and hold START (for approximately

IMPORTANT: When delaying a cycle, use only powdered
detergents in the main wash compartment since liquid
detergents may seep out of the compartment during Delay,
before the wash cycle begins.

1 second).

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If you do not select START within 5 minutes of choosing a
cycle, the washer automatically shuts off.

•

When the wash cycle is complete, the CLOTHES CLEAN
status light glows, the door unlocks, and the wash load
can be removed from the washer. The washer powers
down automatically 60 minutes after the cycle is
complete and the CLOTHES CLEAN light goes off.

Your new washer has a dispenser drawer with three separate
compartments for your laundry products--one
is for detergent,
one is for liquid chlorine bleach, and one is for liquid fabric
softener. Laundry products are diluted and dispensed
automatically at the proper time during the wash cycle, making it
unnecessary for you to return to the washer during the cycle to
add them.

To begin the wash cycle later
Select DELAY until the desired delay time (in hours) shows in
the Estimated Time Remaining display. Select START. The
countdown to the wash cycle will show in the display window,
and the button indicator will blink until the cycle begins.

To fill dispenser

compartments

Pull out the dispenser drawer.

Add the desired laundry product to the proper compartment.

Push in the dispenser drawer slowly and completely (to avoid
a spill).

It is normal for small amounts of water to remain in the
dispensers when the wash cycle is complete.
Do not put laundry products directly into the wash tub. Always
use the proper dispensers when adding laundry products.
Choosing

the Right Detergent

B .................Y__

Dispenser

Use only "HE" High Efficiency

A. Detergent type selector
B. Main Wash detergent compartment
C. Dispenser release lever
D. Chlorine bleach compartment
E. Fabric softener compartment

detergent.

Main Wash detergent compartment
(Letters A & B in Dispenser Illustration)
Add liquid or powdered HE detergent to this compartment for
your main wash cycle. The detergent type selector (A) must
always be in the correct position for the detergent type used.
Slide the detergent type selector to the correct position.
IMPORTANT: If you are using the Delay option, powdered
detergent must be used in the main wash compartment since
liquid detergents may seep out of the main wash compartment,
before the main wash begins.
•

Use detergent manufacturer's
size.

recommended

amount for load

•

Liquid or powdered color-safe bleach may be added to the
Main Wash compartment along with the same type of
detergent, liquid or powdered.

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