Kenmore 11020642990 User Manual WASHER Manuals And Guides L0305253
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Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions ® Two-Speed AUTOMATIC WASHERS IMPORTANT: Read and follow all safety and operating instructions before first use of this product. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada MSB 2B8 8312820 PRINTED IN U.S.A. www.sears.com www.sears.ca 11/99 BEFORE USING YOUR NEW WASHER 2 KENMORE AUTOMATIC WASHER WARRANTY 3 WASHER SAFETY 4 INSTALLATION ..... INSTRUCTIONS ..... OPERATING YOUR WASHER LAUNDRY TIPS 6 ..... 21 ........... 31 CARING FOR YOUR WASHER TROUBLESHOOTING _ ........ SEARS MAINTENANCE For more information about the care 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. _ 33 34 AGREEMENT Please read this manual. It will help you install and operate your new Kenmore washer in the most economical way. _ 38 Use the space below to record the model number and serial number of your new Kenmore washer. Model No. __ Serial No. Date of Purchase Keep this book and your Sears Salescheck (receipt) in a safe place for future reference, \_\ ModelandSerial NumberPlate Limited Lifetime Warranty on White Porcelain Basket For the lifetime of the washer from the date of purchase, Sears will replace the white porcelain wash basket if it chips or rusts due to defective material or workmanship, After the first year, you will be charged for labor. Limited 10-Year Warranty on Plastic Tub* For the second through tenth year from the date of purchase, Sears will replace the plastic tub if it is defective in material or workmanship. After the first year, you will be charged for labor. Limited 5-Year Warranty Gearcase Parts* on For the second through fifth year from the date of purchase, Sears will replace any gearcase parts that are defective in material or workmanship. After the first year, you will be charged for labor. Full 1-Year Warranty on "Spreckle" Porcelain Basket For one year from the date of purchase, when this washer is installed and operated according to the instructions that come with it, Sears will replace the "spreckle" (speckled surface) porcelain wash basket if it chips or rusts due to defective material or workmanship. Full 1-Year Warranty on Mechanical and Electrical parts For one year from the date of purchase, when this washer is installed and operated according to the instructions that come with it, Sears will repair or replace any of its mechanical or electrical parts if they are defective in material or workmanship. Warranty Restriction If this washer is operated for any purpose other than private family use, all warranty coverage is restricted to 90 days from the date of purchase. Warranty Service Warranty service is available by contacting your nearest Sears Service Center in the United States or Canada. This warranty applies only while this washer is used in the United States or Canada. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8 * In Canada a different warranty may apply. in the U.S., for Sears warranty information or to contact a Sears Service Center, call 1-80O-4-MY-HQME" (1-890-469-4663). In Canada, calI 1-877-533-6937. Your safety and the safety of others is 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 hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." These words mean: You will be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions. You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow 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. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 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 a 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 lid. • Do not reach into the washer if the tub or agitator is moving. • Do not install or store this 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 the Owner's Manual or in published userrepair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out. • See the "iNSTALLATiON INSTRUCTIONS" section for grounding requirements. INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION OVERVIEW For a complete list of tools and parts needed, see pages 7-9. A. SELECT LOCATION FOR YOUR WASHER (pgs. 11-13) Recessed Areal Closet Installation Instructions (p. 11) Laundry Tub Drain System (p, 12) -_J Standpipe Drain System (p, 13) 39 in {99 cm) Floor Drain System (p, 13) B.REMOVE SHIPPING STRAP (p.14) ToolsNeeded: Scissors Flashlight (optional depending on installation) C. CONNECT DRAIN HOSE (pgs. 15-16) UNS_ IST Tools Needed: Parts Supplied: Pliers that open to 1 9he in (3.95 cm) Flashlight (optional depending on installation) 1 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. 16-17) Tools Needed: Parts Supplied: SJ 2 water inlet hoses Pliers that open to 19/IGin (3.95_ Flashlight (optionaI depending on installation) 4 fiat water inlet hose washers E. CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WATER FAUCETS (p. 17) Tools Needed: Parts Supplied: 2 water inlet hoses Piiers that open to 19/_Ginches (3.95 cm) Bucket (optional depending on installation) Flashlight (optionaI depending on installation) F, SECURE DRAIN HOSE (p. 18) Tools Needed: Parts Supplied: Flashlight (optional depending on installation) Shipping strap with fastener G, LEVEL WASHER (p. 19) Tools Needed: Parts Supplied: 9/_6in (1.43 cm) open-end wrench 2 front leveling legs with nuts Flashlight (optional depending on installation) Wood block ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS 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 an individual branch circuit. 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. 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, ANSI/NFPA 70-latest edition and all local codes and ordinances. 3 prong grounding plug Power supply cord 10 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS -his washer must be grounded. In the event of 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 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 a permanently connected washer: GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS -his 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. 3 prong grounding4ype wall receptacle Grounding ng For a grounded, cordconnected washer: \ im N \ II // A. SELECT LOCATION FOR YOUR WASHER - Selecting the proper location for your washer will improve its performance and minimize concerns like washer walk or noise, RECESSED AREA/ CLOSET INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS This washer may be installed in a recessed area or closet. 3in 48in2 3[1gin (48.3cm} cm) ventilation area N_ 24 in_ (155 cm2) minimumventilation area 3 *O in--)" (Ocm) _(76 mlnlmufn 24in --)"_--* (61 cm} 3 in __(7.6 Oin -)'11 in_251/2 in_ 4in_(Ocm} (2,5cm)(64.8 FrontView (Door Not Shown) cnl) cm) (10.2cm) Side View (Door Shown) Front View (DoorWith Vent) *Addinonal cle_zrance Ior wail, door and floor moldings may be required To reduce Iransler of washer sounds, a clearance ol 1 in (2 5 cm) on the sides nl the washer is recommended¸ • The installation spacing is in inches (centimeters) and is the minimum allowable. • Allow additional space if other appliances are to be installed in the area. • If closet door is installed, the minimum air openings in top and bottom are required. Louvered doors with equivalent air openings in top and bottom are acceptable. 11 LAUNDRY TUB DRAIN SYSTEM Check location where washer will be installed. This washer can be installed using one of three systems: • Laundry tub drain system (below) • Standpipe drain system (p. 13) • Floor drain system (p. 13) Grounded receptacle: Must be within 4 ft (1.2 m) of where the power cord is attached to the back of the washer, J/ //' Do not store or operate washer at or below 32°F (0°C) (some water may remain in washer), See page 33 for winterizing information. Proper installation is your responsibility. Make sure you have everything necessary for correct installation including the following points: Hot and cold water faucets: Must provide water" pressure between 5-100 psi and be within 4 ft (1.2 m) of the hot and cold water fill valves attached to the back of the washer "_ %% . Laundry tub . . dra n system Needs a minimum 20 gal (76 L) laundry tub. 2 Support: Floor must be sturdy enough to support a total weight of 315 Ibs (143 kg) (includes washer, water, and load weight), 12 Level floor: Maximum allowable slope under entire washer1 in (2.5 cm). p must be at least 39 in (99 cm) above floor and no higher than 96 in (2.4 m) from bottom of washer. ALTERNATE LOCATIONS STANDPIPE AND FLOOR DRAIN SYSTEMS Siphon break: Must be purchased 39 in (99 cm) Standpipe drain system: Needs a 2-in (5 cm) minimum diameter standpipe with minimum carry-away capacity of 17 gal (64 L) per minute. Top of standpipe must be at least 39 in (99 cm) above floor and no higher than 96 in (2.4 m) from bottom of washer. Floor drain system: Requires a siphon break, see chart below. A minimum carry-away capacity of 17 gal (64 L) per minute is required. If you have: You will need to buy: Laundry tub or standpipe taller than 96 in (2,4 m) Sump pump system (if not already available) 1 in (2,5 cm) diameter standpipe 2 in (5 cm) diameter to 1 in (2.5 cm) diameter standpipe adapter, Part No. 3363920 Overhead sewer Standard 20 gal (76 L), 39 in (99 cm) tall drain tub or utility sink and sump pump (available from local plumbing suppliers) Floor drain Siphon break, Part No, 285320; additional drain hose, Part No, 3357090; and Connector Kit, Part No. 285442 Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center'.In the United States, call 1-800-366-PART(1-800-366-7278). In Canada, call 1-877-533-6937. 13 B. REMOVE SHIPPING STRAP STEP 2. Pull firmly to remove the end of the shipping strap that remains pinned to the back of the washer. This will release the rear selfqeveling legs. Removing the shipping strap is necessary for smooth operation. If the shipping strap is not removed, the washer will make excessive noise, Pin To prevent floor damage, set washer onto cardboard before moving across floor. Move washer close to its final location. STEP 1. Do not cut yellow strap. Pull yellow strap firmly, until completely removed from washer. Depending on your model, there should be either two or 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. Electricalplug Shippingstrap © O PULL Pin 14 STEP 3. Cut the shipping strap about 16 in (40 cm) from plug end. Look for the words "CUT HERE," Discard end with the cotter pins. Slide remainder of shipping strap from the electrical plug. You will use this to secure the drain hose. C. CONNECTDRAINHOSE Proper connection of the drain hose will protect your floors from damage due to water leakage. STEP 1. To prevent the drain hose from coming off or leaking, it must be installed per the following instructions: rTWIST AND PUSH 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 V4in (6 ram) from the end. d. Place clamp over area marked "CLAMR" Release clamp. (6_mi_n)_Drain Hose\ 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. ¼ in (6 ram) If you have: You will need to buy: Drain hose that is too short Drain hose, Part No. 388423 and hose kit, Part No. 285442 Drain hose that is too long Hose kit, Part No. 285442 A problem with lint clogging your drain Drain protector, Part No. 367031 Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center. In the United States, calI 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278). in Canada, calI 1-877-533-6937. 15 For standpipe or laundry tub drain systems: STEP 2. Open yellow, single-wire clamp with pliers and slide over hooked end of drain hose to secure the rubber and corrugated sections together. f D. CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WASHER Proper connection of your inlet hoses will allow hot and cold water to enter your washer properly. It also helps prevent water damage due to leaks. HookedEnd 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. _jy DrainHose STEP 3. Put hooked end of drain hose into laundry tub or standpipe. Check for proper length of drain hose. Rotate hook to eliminate kinks. STEP 1. Insert one new, fiat washer (from the parts bag) into each end of the inlet hoses. Check that washers are firmly seated in couplings. To prevent drain water from going back into the washer: • Do not straighten hooked end of drain hose and force excess drain hose into standpipe. • Do not lay excess drain hose in bottom of laundry tub. 16 0 COUPLING WASHER STEP 2. Attach the hose with the red coupling to the hot water (bottom) inlet valve, Attaching the red coupling first makes it easier to tighten connection with pliers. Screw on coupling by hand. Make an additional two-thirds turn with pliers to tighten coupling. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN; this could damage the valves. Cold Water 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 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. STEP 2. Attach the hose with the red 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 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 4. Turn on water faucets and check for leaks. A small amount of water may enter the washer. You will 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 (1,8 m), Part No. 76314 10 ft (3.0 m), Part No. 350008 Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center. In the United States, call 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278). In Canada, call 1-877-533-6937. 17 F. SECURE DRAIN HOSE Securing the drain hose properly will protect your floors from damage due to water leakage, STEP 1. Move washer to its final location. J I J STEP 2. Locate the remaining piece of shipping strap (not the end with the cotter pins) from STEP 3 of "REMOVE SHIPPING STRAR" 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 18 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. G. LEVEL WASHER Leveling your washer properly prevents excessive noise and vibration, To install front legs: STEP 1. Prop front of washer up about 4 in (10,2 cm). 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 5. Move washer to its final location. STEP 6. Tilt washer forward until rear of washer is at least 3 in (7,6 cm) 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 front4o-back, STEP 2, With one of the legs in hand, screw lock nut onto leg _ in (9.5 mm) from top of leg base. This is the recommended initial setting. 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 3. Screw leg into washer base by hand until nut reaches washer base. Repeat for other leg. STEP 8. When washer is in its final location and level, use a 9h6-in (1,43 mm) open-end wrench to turn nuts on front legs tightly against washer cabinet. If nuts are not tight against washer cabinet, the washer may vibrate. _J STEP 4. Tilt washer backward until front of washer is off the wood block. Remove wood block. Gently lower washer to floor. 19 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: [ Check that: • The washer is level. • The nuts on the front legs are tight. [ Check that the water faucets are turned on. I Take a few minutes and read the "OPERATING YOUR WASHER" section to fully understand your new washer, Then, start the washer and allow it to complete the NORMAL Cycle. • All the tools you started with, • Removed all packaging materials. • Removed shipping strap with cotter pins. • Installed all parts listed on pages 7-9. FINAL STEPS 20 [ Plug power supply cord into grounded outlet. [ Remove the blue protective film on the console and any tape remaining on washer. To get the maximum cleaning and fabric care from your washer, please read and follow these instructions. NOTE: The drawings in this section show the basic features of all models covered by this manual. Refer to the supplied "Feature Sheet" for your washer's particular features. Fire Hazard Never place items in the washer that are dampened with gasoline or other flammable fluids. No washer can completely remove oil. Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it (including cooking oils). Doing so can result in death, explosion, or fire, LID INSTRUCTIONS These instructions are found under the lid of your washer. f]_.,_;f*_|llA_[t"i.yl[t'[tS3.'fl[f]lv/ DISPENSER Add measured liquid chlorine bleach to the dispenser, 5 min. after the washer cycle starts for best wash performance. Do not use POWDERED BLEACH IN THIS DISPENSER. Add measured fabric softener to the agitator mounted dispenser. Add measured detergent to the washer basket. 1. SELECT & ADJUST Make the selections for these washer controls: (some washers may not have all of these controls) • WATER LEVEL Adjust to load size. • WASH / RINSE TEMP ....... Use AUTO TEMP selections for best wash performance. • SPEEDS Adjust to fabric type being washed. k'li_ri_/:]'J IJ_J/fl HEAVYDUTY 'I n DENIMS, TOWELS; • • • HOT WASH EXTRABtBTY • • WARM WASH = /_ COLDWASH ,_ _[_ REGULAR '_ PERM PRESS COTTONS SYNTHETICS I_ DELICATE KNITS HAND WASH LINGERIE _ ANY BLEACH NON-CHLORINE BLEACH DO NOT BLEACH 21 2. SELECT CYCLE Choose more time for heavily soiled loads and less time for lightly soiled loads. 3. PULL TIMER TO START ..... Lid must be closed to complete cycle. -........ PUSH TIMER TO STOP Antiperspirants Grass Treat with a paste of ammonia and color-safe bleach. Let stand for 30 minutes. Wash in hottest water safe for fabric. Use an enzyme presoak or rub enzyme detergent on the stain. Launder with detergent and bleach appropriate for the fabric. Blood Ketchup, Tomato Rinse immediately or soak in cold water with detergent for 30 minutes. Rinse. Rub detergent into any remaining stains. Rinse thoroughly. Wash. Sponge immediately or apply a prewash soil and stain remover. Rinse. Wash. If stain remains, apply a liquid detergent to stain or soak in warm water with detergent. Rewash. Mud Cream, Milk, Ice Cream Sponge immediately or apply a prewash soil and stain remover. Rinse. Wash. Repeat if neccesary. If stain remains, apply a few drops of liquid detergent. Rinse. If stain remains, soak. Wash. 22 Brush offthe dry mud. Rinse under cold water. Pretreat with a paste of detergent and water. Launder using detergent and bleach safe for the fabric. STARTING WASHER 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; (details on page 29). STEP 3. (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired, add measured liquid fabric softener to the fabric softener dispenser (if available); (details on page 30). STEP 4. Close washer lid. STEP 5. Set WATER LEVEL Control O based on the size of your wash load (details on page 24). STEP 7. Set RINSE OPTIONS Control (if available); (details on page 27). STEP 8. Push the Cycle Selector Control (Timer) knob (_ in and turn to the right. Set cycle and time according to the type of fabric in the load (details on page 25). STEP 9. Pull the Cycle Selector Control (Timer) knob (_ out, The dial will rotate as the cycle progresses. The knob will not rotate. STOPPING/RESTARTING WASHER • To stop the washer at any time, push the Cycle Selector Control (Timer) knob 1_ in. • Pull the knob out to restart. STEP 6. Set the WATER TEMPERATURE Control O (details on page 24). WATI-R LEVF_ ff WATI-R TEMPERATURE M_2_ _ L__Q PER_NE_T PRESS I_ _ _ 23 SET WATER LEVEL CONTROL Washers with a 5-position LEVEL control: To change to a higher water after the washer has started turn the knob to the desired IF+r,,jji+t,,`+++,." "'[q a[q _" This control gives you the flexibility to save water when washing small loads. WATER level setting to agitate, new setting. M_IUM 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 with a variable 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. Some washers allow you to select warm rinses: • The variable control lets you select a water level anywhere from SMALL LOAD to LARGE LOAD. • 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. • 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. MEmUM LOAD WATER TEMPERATURE WARM WARM COLD WARM Selecting Water Temperatures Wash Water 24 Temperature Suggested Fabrics Comments HOT 111°F (44°C) or above • Work clothes • Sturdy whites] colorfast pasteis • Diapers • Best cleaning for heavily soiIed items • Removes oils, perspiration, greasy soils and stains • Prevents graying or yellowing WARM 90°-110°F (32°-43°C) • Dark/non-colorfast colors • Permanent press items • Nylon, polyester, acrylics, silks, woolens • Knits]delicate fabrics • • • • COLD* 70°-90°F (21°-320C) • Extra-sensitive colors • Non-coIorfast items • Hand washabies • Best for very lightly soiled items • Saves hot water Best for moderately soiled to lightly soiled items Safe for most fabnc finishes Less fading and dye bleeding Reduces wrinkling • In wash water ten ,eratures colder than 70°F (21°C), detergents do not dissolve well. 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. Piiling is the natural result of wearing and washing of garments. SETTING YOUR CYCLE SELECTOR CONTROL (TIMER) Use this control to choose the agitation time and to start the washer. Each cycle is designed with the wash and spin speeds that are appropriate for the fabrics and soil levels in your wash load. • For heavy soil and sturdy fabrics, use the full time (SUPER or REGULAR if indicated). • For light soil and delicate fabrics, use less time (SHORT if indicated). NOTE: Some "HAND WASH" items, particularly wool, naturally shrink when washed. Keep this in mind when you purchase items labeled "Hand Wash." Items that shrink should be dried flat. When still wet. block these items by gently stretching to original measurements. PERMANENT PRESS I You can select up to 10 minutes of wash time. DELICATE Use this cycle to get up to 6 minutes of wash time for lingerie and loosely knit items. The PERMANENT PRESS I/DELICATE Cycles include a load cooling spray rinse that reduces wrinkling. • Wash combines slow speed agitation for gentle soil removal and slow spin speeds to reduce wrinkling. NORMAL Use this cycle to get up to 10 minutes of wash time for normally soiled cottons and linens. • Wash combines fast and slow speed agitation with fast spin speeds to shorten drying time. • Selecting REGULAR gives you fast agitation speeds initially, then the washer steps down to a slow agitation speed. • Selecting SHORT gives you slow agitation speed. HEAVY DUTY Use this cycle to get up to 14 minutes of wash time for sturdy or heavily soiled loads. • Wash combines fast speed agitation and fast spin speeds. PREWASH (on some models) 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 a HEAVY DUTY, NORMAL, or PERMANENT PRESS I Cycle with additional detergent. SOAK (on some models) 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 a HEAVY DUTY, NORMAL, PERMANENT PRESS I or PREWASH Cycle with additional detergent, NOTE: We do not recommend hot water for soaking. It may set some stains. HEAVY DUTY_y_ _lumR HEAVY DU_t _/_r_ _ NORMAL Your washer will have one of these knobs. 25 UNDERSTANDING IN EACH CYCLE HEAVY DUTY WHAT HAPPENS IZI selected level PERMANENT _ NORMAL PRESS I / _ Fillto DELICATE Fill to W selectedlevel • level selected • Wash selected Wash selected time • Drain no spin • Wash selected time IZI no spin DrainSpin time _ no spin Drain • • selected level • Rinse Spin/Spray for cooldown • selected level Fill to • _ Fill to • selected level Rinse Rinse no spin Drain - Fi,,to Spin IZI no spin DrainSpin Drain • no spin Spin Spin/ Spray PREWASH* Off selected level Fill to Off SOAK* Wash selected time selected level Fill to Agitate no spin Drain - Spin Soak (reset to SPIN to drain washer) (*on some models) 26 Off (reset to wash cycle and time) (*on some models) RINSE OPTIONS (on some models) A second rinse will remove more detergent residue. It is especially beneficial if extra detergent has been used to remove heavy soils. Washers with a RINSE OPTIONS Control allow you to automatically add a second rinse to the HEAVY DUTY Cycle. • For fast agitation and spin, use the HEAVY DUTY Cycle. • For slow agitation and spin, use the PERMANENT PRESS I Cycle. • For slow agitation and fast spin, use the NORMAL Cycle. STEP 5. Pull Cycle Selector Control (Timer) knob out to start washer. llr_kVY DUT_ _iw,_ 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. REN_N_IENT PRESlSI 2ND RINSE ONE RINSE ALL CYCLES 0 2ND RINSE HEAVY w SPIN ONLY DUTY CYCLE ONLY 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 drain and spin may help shorten drying times for some heavy fabrics or specialcare items by removing excess water. STEP 1. Set RINSE OPTIONS Control (if available) to ONE RINSE. STEP 2. Set the Cycle Selector Control (Timer) knob to a SPIN setting: • For fast spin, use the NORMAL Cycle. • For slow spin, use the PERMANENT PRESS I Cycle. STEP 3. Pull the Cycle Selector Control (Timer) knob out to start washer. _w mJ_t STEP 2. Set WATER TEMPERATURE Control. STEP 3. Set RINSE OPTIONS Control (if available) to ONE RINSE. STEP 4. Set the Cycle Selector Control (Timer) knob to a RINSE setting: pERMANENT filES61 1: 27 SELF-CLEANING LINT FILTER TM AGITATOR WIoJ,i,_,J_,, :Iv] i[_i ii "= .Iftosi,i,J,_si :I_ Lint is filtered from the load automatically - there's no messy cleanup, Kenmore's DUAL ACTION Agitator gives you flexible fabric care for even your largest loads. 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. The best cleaning action in your washer takes place at the bottom where the agitator vanes move back and forth to flex the fabric, loosening the soil. To get all your clothes down to the bottom of the washer, the upper portion of the agitator has uniquely designed, spiral vanes to help push the clothes that are on top down tthe bottom. This spiraling action displaces the clothes that are on the bot* tom with a "roll-over" motion. QUIET PAK TM (on some models) The QUIET PAKTM System is designed to reduce water sounds and ringing noises. The cabinet is insulated with sounddampening material for better vibration and sound-dampening characteristics. 28 DUAL ACTION I[_-I if" 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 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. USING THE LIQUID CHLORINE BLEACH DISPENSER The dispenser automatically dilutes bleach to ensure the cleanest and brightest loads. Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Use a measuring cup, do not guess. Do not pour directly from bottle. Never use more than 1 cup (250 mL) for a full load. Use less with smaller loads. Follow manufacturer's directions for safe use. A cup with a pouring spout will help you During Drain 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 splash, drip, or run down into washer basket. Undiluted bleach will damage any fabric it touches. • Start the washer. Bleach will be diluted automatically before it comes in contact 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. I oOoOoo_ oO_/_, oooo oo oo c' o Io oO°oO° o_7 Ill/ oooo o I _J_ Liquidchlorine bleachdispenser o o° 29 USING THE LIQUID FABRIC SOFTENER DISPENSER (on some models) After loading the washer, measure and add the recommended amount of fabric softener into the dispenser. Follow manufacturer's directions. To Remove the Fabric Softener Dispenser for Cleaning STEP 1. Pull the blue lock ring up, then remove dispenser from agitator by pulling up, NOTE: Pouring too much fabric softener into the dispenser will cause the fabric softener to dispense instantly into the load due to siphoning action. This instant "dump" could damage fabrics and will make it appear that your dispenser is not working correctly. To Replace the Fabric Softener Dispenser 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. Flush the dispenser with warm water. 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 Blue lock ring • Add warm water to fill the dispenser until it reaches the crossed opening at the bottom of the funnel-shaped portion of the dispenser. • Fabric softener is dispensed into the first deep rinse water automatically. NOTE: Fabric softeners are not compatible with detergents. This dispenser should never be used in the PREWASH Cycle since it would dispense fabric softener into a wash load that has not been rinsed. Undiluted fabric softener spilled on fabric may result in spots that look like oil stains. If you ever use your dispenser this way by mistake, rewash the load with extra detergent to remove these deposits. 30 PREPARING CLOTHES FOR WASHING Wi+°j+'++++°j++" "?_ i[_ 11" Follow these recommendations to help you prolong the life of 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. 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 dark colors from light colors, colorfast items from non-colorfast items. • Sort by fabric and construction (sturdy cottons, knits, delicate items). • Empty pockets and turn them inside out. • Turn down cuffs, brush away lint and dirt. • Turn synthetic knits inside out to avoid 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. 31 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 wrinkle4ree 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 poor cleaning increase wrinkling create excessive lint wear out items faster (because of pilling) • Load by the amount of space items 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 re* duce 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. 32 LOADING SUGGESTIONS For these suggested full-sized loads, set the WATER LEVEL Selector to the highest water level setting. SUPER CAPACITY WASHERS Heavy Work Clothes Towels Mixed Load 4 jeans 9 bath towels 3 sheets 4 workpants 2 workshJr[s 9 hand towels 1 sweatshirt (1 king, 2 twin) 4 pillowcases 2 shirts 1 sweatpants 2 blouses 10 wash cloths 8 T-shirts 6 shorts 8 handkerchiefs CLEANING YOUR WASHER 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 (250 mL) of chlorine bleach mixed with 2 cups (500 mL) 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 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. WINTER STORAGE OR MOVING CARE Install and store your washer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in the hoses and pump, freezing can damage your washer, If storing or moving your washer during freezing weather, winterize it. To winterize washer: 1. Shut off both water faucets, 2, Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses, 3. Put 1 qt (1 L) of R,V.-type antifreeze in the basket. 4. Run washer on a SPIN setting for about 30 seconds to mix the anti-freeze and water, Some of the mixture will pump out while the washer spins, 5. Unplug the power supply cord. To use washer again: 1. Flush water pipes and hoses, 2, Reconnect water inlet hoses. 3. Turn on both water faucets. 4. Reconnect power supply cord. 5. Run the washer through a complete cycle with 1 cup (250 mL) of detergent to clean out antifreeze. NON-USE OR VACATION CARE Operate your washer only when you are at home. If you will be on vacation or 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. 33 Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause. Check these lists for common laundry and washer problems. If you need further assistance, see the back cover. Problem Possible Cause Solution Washer Leaks Household plumbing is leaking. Repair plumbing. Inlet hoses not tight. Tighten hoses (see "Installation Instructions," Sections D & E). Inlet hose washers not properly seated. Reseat washers (see "Installation Instructions," Section D). Drain hose not propedy clamped or is off. Clamp drain hose (see "Installation Instructions," Section C). Drain is clogged. Remove drain clogs. Sink, standpipe, or floor drain must be able to handle 17 gaI (64 L) of water per minute. Tub moved forward during unloading, causing water to deflect off tub ring. Ensure tub is centered before starting washer. Unit not level causing water to deflect off tub ring. Ensure front feet are installed and nuts are tightened. Level washer. Reset rear legs (see "installation Instructions," Section G). Load is unbalanced. Spray rinses are deflecting off load. Redistribute the load. Washer is overloaded. Fills or spray rinses are deflecting off load. Reduce load size. Drain hose is kinked or clogged. Straighten or unplug hose (see "Installation Instructions," Section C). Correct operation of neutral drain, After a wash or rinse, the washer will drain without spinning. After draining, the spinning begins. Lid is open. Close the lid. Drain hose is more than 96 in (2.4 m) above floor. Lower drain hose (see "Installation Instructions," Section A). Too much detergent excessive sudsing. Use less detergent. Wrong cycle for load being washed, Choose a cycle with a higher spin speed (see "Operating Your Washer"). Won't Drain/ Won't Spin/ Wet Loads 34 Problem Possible Cause Solution Won't Drain/ Won't Spin/ Wet Loads (cont,) Low voltage or using an extension cord. Check electrical source or call electrician. Do not use extension cords. Cold rinses. Cold rinses leave loads wetter than warm rinses. This is normal. Continues to Fill/ Continues to Drain/ Cycle Stuck Drain hose is less than 39 in (99 cm) above floor. Raise the drain hose (see "Installation Instructions," Section A). Drain hose fits tightly into standpipe. Adjust drain hose for loose fit (see "Installation Instructions," Section C). Drain hose taped into standpipe. Do not seal off drain hose with tape. The drain hose needs an air gap. Load is unbalanced. Redistribute load. Washer is not level. Rear leveling legs not set. Level washer. Reset rear legs (see "Installation Instructions," Section G). Nuts on front feet not tight. Tighten nuts (see "Installation Instructions," Section G). Yellow shipping strap with cotter pins not completely removed. Remove strap with cotter pins (see "Installation Instructions," Section B), Floor not strong enough to support washer. Relocate washer (see "Installation Instructions," Section A). Gears engaging after drain and before spin. This is normal. Upper part of agitator dicks during wash. This is normal. Won't Fill/Won't Rinse/Won't Agitate/ Water inlet valve screens are plugged. Clean screens. Water is turned off. Turn on water. Wrong Temperature Hot and cold hoses are reversed. Reverse hoses (see "Installation Instructions," Sections D & E). Inlet hose is kinked. Straighten hoses. Timer dial is not lined up. Turn timer knob to the right slightly and pull to start. Power cord not plugged in. Plug in power cord. Washer Makes Noise 35 Problem Possible Cause Solution Machine Power cord not plugged in. Plug in power cord. Stops No power at plug. Check electrical source or call electrician. Fuse blown or circuit breaker open. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. if problem continues, call electrician. Using an extension cord. Do not use extension cords. Timer is not Iined up. Turn timer to the right slightly and pull to start. Timer knob not puIled out. Set and pull out knob. Machine is overloaded. Wash smalIer loads. The top of the agitator moves only in one direction. This is normal. The top of the agitator is Ioose. This is normal. Water Level Too Low/Not Completely Filling The top of the agitator is much higher than the highest water Ievel. This creates a perception of the washer not being full. This is normal. Tub is Crooked Tub pulled forward when unloading, Ensure tub is centered before starting washer. Tub moves. This is normal. Unit not level. Ensure front feet are installed and nuts are tightened. LeveI washer. Reset rear legs (see "lnstaIlation Instructions," Section G). Improper sorting. Sort lint givers from lint takers and by color. Ovedoading. Lint can be trapped in load if ovedoaded, Wash smaller Ioads. Paper or tissue in pockets. Clean out pockets before washing. Not enough detergent. Use enough detergent to hold lint in water. Detergent not dissolving. Water temperatures Iower than 70°F (21°C). Use wash water warmer than 70°F (21°C). Agitator Not Working Lint on Load 36 Problem Possible Cause Solution Tearing Overloading. Improper use of washer, Loads should move freely during wash. Wash smaller loads or increase water level Improper use of chlorine bleach. Undiluted bleach will damage fabrics. Do not pour chlorine bleach directly on Ioad. Wipe up bleach spills. Sharp items not removed from pockets; fasteners not fastened. Clean out pockets before washing. Zip zippers before washing. Items damaged before washing, Mend rips and broken threads in seams before washing. Improper use of fabric softener in washer or dryer, Dilute fabric softener and add to deep rinse only. Iron in water (rust). Install an iron filter. Under use of detergent causing soil to be redeposited, Use enough detergent to remove soil and hoId it in suspension. Dye transfer due to not sorting loads properly, Sort dark clothing from whites and lights. Dye transfer due to not unloading washer promptly, Unload the washer as soon as it stops. Not removing Ioad promptly. Unload the washer as soon as it stops. Wrong cycle for fabrics being washed, Use cold rinses and cycles with slow spin speeds to reduce wrinkling. Overloading. Loads should move freely daring wash. Wash smalIer loads. Hoses reversed. Reverse hoses (see "Installation Instructions," Sections D & E). Load is Tangled/ Twisted Overloading. Loads should move freely daring wash. Wash smalIer loads. Clothes wrapped around agitator, Do not wrap items around agitator when loading washer. Clogged Dispensers/ Bleach Leaking/ Bleach on Not diluting softener. Dilute fabric softener in dispenser. Use of color-safe bleach in chlorine bleach dispenser, Add color-safe bleach directly to the basket. Do not use chlorine bIeach dispenser. Wrong Loads Improper use of chlorine bleach. Always measure bleach before adding to the dispenser. Carefully pour into the dispenser. Wipe up bleach spills. Stains on Load Load is Wrinkled 37 KENMORE WASHERS "We Service What We Sell" is our assurance you can depend on Sears for service. Your Kenmore appliance has added value when you consider that Sears has service units nationwide, staffed with professional technicians trained on all appliances Sears sells. They have the knowledge and skills, tools, parts and equipment to ensure our pledge to you that "We Service What We Sell." Maintain the value of your purchase with a Sears Maintenance Agreement. 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