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Owner's Manual and

Installation Instructions

E L I T E TM

Three-Speed

Automatic Washers

with TRIPLE SMART TM Dispenser

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. www.sears.com

Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada MSB 2B8 www,sears,ca

8312692 PRINTED IN U.S.A. 10/99

BEFORE USING YOUR NEW WASHER _ _ 2

KENMORE ELITE TM WASHER WARRANTY 3

WASHER SAFETY ..... 4

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ..... 6

OPERATING YOUR WASHER ..... 21

LAUNDRY TIPS ........... 34

CARING FOR YOUR WASHER _ _ _ 36

TROUBLESHOOTING ........ 37

SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT 41

Please read this manual. It will help

you install and operate your new

Kenmore ELITE TM washer in the most

economical way.

For more information about the care

and operation of Kenmore ELITE TM

appliances call your nearest Sears store.

You will need the complete model and

serial numbers when requesting informa-

tion. Your washer's model and serial num-

bers are located on the Model and Serial

Number Plate.

Use the space below to record the model

number and serial number of your new

Kenmore ELITE TM washer.

Model No.

Serial No.

Date of Purchase

Modeland Serial

Number Plate

Keep this book and your Sears

Sales check (receipt) in a safe

place for future reference,

LimitedLifetimeWarrantyon

WhitePorcelainBasket

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 on

Gearcase Parts*

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

Mechanical and Electrical parts

For one year from the date of pur-

chase, when this washer is installed

and operated according to the instruc-

tions 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 puF

pose other than private family use, air

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. or Canada, for Sears warranty

information or to contact a Sears Service

Center in the U.S., call 1-890-4-MY-HOME '

(1-800-469-4663) or in Canada, call

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 nat 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 awashing machine, turn

on all hat water faucets and let the

water flow from each far several

minutes. This will release any accumu-

lated 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 the washer is removed from

service or discarded, remove the lid,

• Do nat reach into the washer if the

tub or agitator is moving.

• Do nat install or store this washer

where it will be exposed to the

weather.

• Do nat tamper with controls,

• Do nat repair or replace any part of

the washer or attempt any servicing

unless specifically recommended in

the Owner's Manual or in published

user-repair instructions that you

understand and have the skills to

carry out,

• See the "INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS" section for

grounding requirements.

SAVE THESE 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 Area/

Closet Installation Instructions (p. 11)

Standpipe Drain System (p, 13)

3gin

(gg

Laundry Tub Drain System (p, 12)

Floor Drain System (p. 13)

B, REMOVE SHIPPING STRAP (p. 14)

Tools Needed:

Scissors Flashlight (optional

depending on installation)

C, CONNECT DRAIN HOSE (pgs, 15-16)

Ns_IST

Tools Needed: Parts Supplied:

Pliers that open

to 1 9/IGin (3.95 cm)

Flashlight (optional

depending on installation)

1 yellow, single-wire

hose clamp (top of

drain hose)

1 silver, double-

wire hose clamp

(bottom of drain

hose)

D. CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WASHER (pg. 16-17)

Tools Needed:

fd'

Pliers that open to lg_ in {3.95 cm)

Flashlight (optional

depending on

installation)

Parts Supplied:

2 water inlet hoses

4 flat water inlet hose washers

E. CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WATER FAUCETS (pg. 17)

Tools Needed: Parts Supplied:

Pliers that open to 1_6 in (3.95 cm)

Bucket

(optional Flashlight(optional

depending on depending on

installation) installation)

2 water inlet hoses

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:

9/16in (1.43 cm)

open-end wrench

Flashlight (optional

depending on installation)

Wood block

2 front leveling legs with nuts

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

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 apower

supply cord having a 3-prong grounding

plug. To minimize possible shock hazard,

you must plug the power supply cord into

amating 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-type

wall receptacle

3prong

grounding plug

Grounding \ II //

Power supply

cord

•For a grounded, cord-

connected washer:

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This washer must be grounded. In the

event of malfunction or breakdown,

grounding will reduce the risk of electri-

cal shock by providing a path of least

resistance for electric current. This

washer is equipped with a cord having

an equipment-grounding conductor and

agrounding 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 out-

let, have a proper outlet installed by a

qualified electrician.

,For a permanently connected

washer:

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

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 equip-

ment-grounding terminal or lead on the

appliance.

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 washermay be installed in a recessed area or closet.

0 0 14in

*0in _ll_- 27in _l_4r-- *0in _t n_(--25_ n-_14 n_-

(0cm) "II _(68.6cm)_ II _(0cm)t t (64.8cm)

(2,5 cm) (10.2 cm)

FrontView SideView

(DoorNOtShown) (DoorShown)

48 ir__

(3t0 cm _) -

minimum

ventilation

area

24 in _

(155 cm _) _

minimum

ventilation

area

3in

(7.6 cm)

3 in

(7.6 cm)

FrontView

(DoorWithVent)

* Additional clearance for wall, door and lIoor moldings may be reqaired.

T_ _ t_ t_le_ <_l_ _stx_ _ds, a_ea_a_e QI 1 in (2._ cml on the sides ol the washer is su_Igested.

• 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.

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)

Do not store or operate washer at or

below 32°F (0°C) (some water may

remain in washer), See page 36 for

winterizing information.

Proper installation is your responsibility.

Make sure you have everything neces-

sary for correct installation including the

following points:

Grounded receptacle: Must

be within 4 ft (1.2 m) of where

the power cord is attached to

the back of the washer.

Hot and cold water faucets:

Must provide water pressure

between 20-100 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 drain system:

Needs a minimum 20 gaI

..... (76 L) laundry tub.

Support: Floor must be sturdy

enough to support a total weight of

315 Ibs (143 kg) (including washer,

water, and load weight).

Level floor: Maximum

allowable slope under entire

washer- 1 in (2.5 cm).

Top of tub 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

separately. See chart below.

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 Sump pump system

taller than 96 in (2.4 m) (if not already available)

1 in (2.5 m) 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. 335709C

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.

B. REMOVE SHIPPING STRAP

W_0jiiFm_" :I_l =[31t"

Removing the shipping strap is

necessary for smooth operation.

If the shipping strap is not removed,

the washer will make excessive noise.

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 self-leveling legs.

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

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.

PULL

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 hose from

coming off or leaking, it must be installed

per the following instructions:

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper installa-

tion, 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 mm) from the end.

)TWIST

AND

PUSH

d, Place clamp over area marked

"CLAME" Release clamp.

4 in

16turn)

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.

{6¼mnm)_ Drain H°se _ Z_

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, call 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278). In Canada, call 1-877-533-6937.

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.

_ _j_,,HookedEnd

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,

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. Hose should be secure but

loose enough to provide agap for air.

• Do not lay excess drain hose in bottom

of laundry tub.

D. CONNECTINLETHOSES

TO WASHER

Proper connection of your inlet

hoses will allow hot and cold water

to enter your washer properly. We

recommend connecting both the hot

and cold water inlet hoses for opti-

mal performance of your washer. If

you only connect one water hose,

you must cap off the remaining water

inlet port.

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

pliers. Screw on coupling by hand, Make

an additional two4hirds turn with pliers to

tighten coupling, DO NOT OVER-

TIGHTEN; this could damage the valves.

STEP 2. Attach the hose with the red E. CONNECT INLET HOSES

coupling to the hot water (bottom) inlet TO WATER FAUCETS

valve. Attaching the red coupling first

makes it easier to tighten connection with 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.

Water

Inlet

Valve

ColdWater

InletVelve_

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 OVER-

TIGHTEN; 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 OVER-

TIGHTEN; 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 2 longer water fill hoses:

reach of 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.

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.

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 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

G. LEVEL WASHER

Leveling your washer properly pre-

vents 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 2. With one of the legs in hand,

screw lock nut onto leg 3/8in (9,5 mm)

from top of leg base. This is the

recommended initial setting.

STEP 3. Screw leg into washer base by

hand until nut reaches washer base.

Repeat for other leg.

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 front-to-back.

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 9h0in

(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.

STEP 4. Tilt washer backward until

front of washer is off the wood block.

Remove wood block. Gently lower

washer to floor.

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 ELITE TM washer.

[ Check electrical requirements.

Be sure you have correct electrical

supply and recommended grounding

method.

[ Check that you have:

•All the tools you started with.

• Removed all packaging materials.

• Removed shipping strap with

cotter pins.

• Installed all parts listed on

pages 7-9.

[ Check that:

• The washer is level.

• The nuts on the front legs are tight.

[ Check that the water faucets are

turned on.

FINAL STEPS

Plug power supply cord into

grounded outlet.

f Remove the blue protective film on the

console and any tape remaining on

washer.

[ Take a few minutes and read the

"OPERATING YOUR WASHER" sec-

tion to fully understand your new

washer. Then, start the washer and al-

low it to complete the ULTRA CLEAN

cycle.

To get the maximum cleaning and

fabric care from your washer, please

read and follow these instructions.

LID INSTRUCTIONS

These instructions are found under the

lid of your washer.

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.

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.

POWDER or LIQUID ,,---_j_..._,:_

DETERGENT

Dissolves powder or liquid detergents

before applying to load. When desired

add powder or liquid color safe bleach

to this dispenser.

BLEACHLIQUIDCHLORINE

Dilutes liquid chlorine bleach and adds

it to the wash at the right time to prevent

bleach spotting. DO NOT ADD POWDER

OR LIQUID COLOR SAFE BLEACH TO

THIS DISPENSER.

FABRICSOFTENER .

Dilutes fabric softener and adds

it to the rinse at the correct time

to prevent softener staining.

continued on next page

1. SELECT & ADJUST ......... Make the selections for these washer controls:

• WATER LEVEL Adjust to load size.

• WASH/RINSE TEMP ...... Adjust to type of fabric and soil Use AUTO TEMP

selections for best wash performance.

• RINSE OPTIONS ........... Select to add a second rinse automatically.

• SPEEDS Adjust to fabric type being washed.

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'f;r

HEAVYDUTY DENIMS; TOWELS

EXTRADIRTY

REGULAR COTTONS

PERM PRESS SYNTHETICS

DELICATE KNITS

HAND WASH LINGERIE

ode HOTWASH

ee WARM WASH

COLDWASH

/_ ANY BLEACH

/_ NON-CHLORINE

BLEACH

DO NOT BLEACH

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

_ _ Cosmetics

_ ream, Milk,

Ice Cream

Dirty

WMechanical Oil

_ _ Grape, Wine

_ _ Ketchup,

WTomato Products

Mud

_erspiration,

Deodorants

_Ring around

)the Collar

It's best to wash stains as soon as possible.

Rinse immediately or soak in cold water with

detergent for 30 minutes. Rinse. Rub detergent

into any remaining stains. Rinse thoroughly.

Sponge immediately or apply a prewash soll and

stain remover. Rinse. Wash. If stain remains,

apply a liquid detergent to stain or soak in warm

water with detergent. Rewash.

Rub in a prewash stain remover. Wait 5

minutes. Wash with detergent and bleach in the

hottest water safe for the fabric.

Sponge immediately or apply a prewash soil and

stain remover. Rinse. Wash. Repeat if necessary. If

stain remains, apply a few drops of liquid

detergent. Rinse. If stain remains, soak. Wash.

Pretreat with liquid laundry detergent or a

paste of granular laundry detergent. Wash in

the hottest water safe for the fabric.

Soak immediately in cool water. Wash. If stain

remains, cover area with a paste made of color=safe

bleach, a few drops of hot water and afew drops

of ammonia. Wait 15 to 20 minutes. Wash.

Use an enzyme presoak or rub enzyme

detergent on the stain. Launder with detergent

and bleach appropriate for the fabric.

Sponge immediately or apply a prewash soil

and stain remover. Rinse. Wash. If stain remains,

apply aliquid detergent to stain or soak in warm

water with detergent. Rewash.

Brush off the dry mud. Rinse under cold

water. Pretreat with apaste of detergent and

water. Launder using detergent and bleach

safe for the fabric.

Treat with a paste of ammonia and color-safe

bleach. Let stand for 30 minutes. Wash in

hottest water safe for fabric.

Pretreat with heavy duty liquid laundry

detergent or soak garment in warm water with a

granular laundry detergent.

• Do not tumble dry soiled or stained items. Heat may permanently set stains.

•For additional information regarding stains refer to owner's manual. 23

STARTING YOUR WASHER STEP 8. Set SPEEDS _) Control

according to the type of fabric in the

load (see page 26).

STEP 1. Place a load of sorted clothes

in the washer. Add measured detergent

directly into dispenser (details on page 31).

STEP 2. (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired, add

measured liquid chlorine bleach to the liquid

bleach dispenser (details on page 32),

STEP 3. (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired, add

measured liquid fabric softener to the fabric

softener dispenser (details on page 33).

STEP 4. Close washer lid.

STEP 5. Set WATER LEVEL Control O

based on the size of your wash load

(details on page 25).

STEP 6. Set the WATER TEMPERATURE

Control _ (see pages 25 and 26).

STEP 7. Set RINSE OPTIONS Control (_

(See page 28).

STEP 9. Push the Cycle Selector Control

(Timer) knob @ in and turn to the right to

desired setting (details on page 27-28).

STEP 10. Pul! the Cycle Selector ControI

(Timer) knob @ out. The dial will rotate

as the cycle progresses. The knob will

not rotate.

STOPPING/RESTARTING

YOUR WASHER

• To stop the washer at any time, push

the Cycle Selector Control (Timer)

knob @ in.

• Pull the knob out to restart.

WA_R LEVEL WATE_TEMP_RA_U_ f{_r_SEOP_Or_S SpE_US

WATER LEVEL CONTROL

This control gives you the flexibility to

save water when washing small loads.

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:

• The variable control lets you select a

water level anywhere from SMALL

LOAD to LARGE 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.

MEDIUM

LOAD

Washers with 4-position or 5-position

Water Level Control:

• To change to a higher water level

setting after the washer has started to

agitate, turn the knob to the desired

new setting.

MEDIUM

LOAD

SMALL °@

WATER TEMPERATURE CONTROL

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 tempera-

ture for handling the wash load. Warm

rinse is controlled to 75°F (24°C).

COLD

WARM_

COLD • • COLD

HOT ••COLD 7O_,

COLD COLD

WAR

WARM

Selecting Water Temperatures

Wash Water

Temperature Suggested Fabrics Comments

HOT • Work clothes •Best cleaning for heavily soiled items

111°F (44°C) • Sturdy whites/ • Removes oils, perspiration, greasy soils

or above colorfast pastels and stains

• Diapers • Prevents graying or yellowing

WARM • Dark/non-colorfast colors • Best for moderately soiled to lightly soiled items

90°-110°F • Permanent press items • Safe for most fabric finishes

(32°-43°C) • Nylon, polyester, acrylics, • Less fading and dye bleeding

sitks,woolens • Reduces wdnkting

• Knits/delicate fabrics

COLD* ° Extra-sensitive colors • Best for very lightly soiled items

70°-90°F ° Non-colorfast items • Saves hot water

(21°-32°C) • Hand washables

*In wash water tern )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. Pilling is

the natural result of wearing and washing of garments. 25

AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE

CONTROL (ATC)

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 minimum of _•COLD

70°F (21°C). In very cold _ •COLD70"

water, detergent may not COLD

dissolve and clothes will

not be cleaned completely. • WARMI_

• Warm wash is regulated

at approximately 100°F

(38°C). ATC does not control the hot

wash water temperature.

• Warm rinse is regulated at

approximately 75°F (24°C) 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.

SPEEDS DESCRIPTIONS

This section illustrates and describes

the wash/spin speeds you can select with

the SPEEDS Control. Each speed setting

is designed for different types of fabrics

and soil levels. Your washer may have a

4-position or a 5-position switch.

HANDWASH PLUS FINE DELICATES

(on some models)

Use this speed setting for hand washable

and special-care items, Garments are

labeled "Hand Wash" because:

• The fiber or construction may be

sensitive to agitation.

• The fabric contains sensitive dyes

that may bleed.

The wash action mirrors the way you

would treat hand washable garments in

a sink. It does this by repeating periods

of extra-slow speed agitation and

soaking. Slow spin speeds help reduce

wrinkling. Do not use this setting for

large items like blankets.

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 measure-

ments.

HANDWASH/CASUAL

Use this speed setting for lingerie and

loosely knit items. Setting combines

extra-slow speed agitation for gentle soil

removal and slow spin speeds to reduce

wrinkling.

DELICATE

Use this speed setting for washable

knits and permanent press fabrics.

Setting combines slow speed agitation

for gentle soil removal and slow spin

speeds to reduce wrinkling.

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

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.

DELICATE REGULAR

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HANDWASH/_ HEAVYDUTY

CASUAL • _ • FAST/_ASl¸

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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 more time,

• For light soil and delicate fabrics,

use less time.

PERMANENT PRESS II

The PERMANENT PRESS II cycle

includes a load cooling process

that reduces wrinkling compared

to other cycles.

You can select up to 10 minutes of

wash time.

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 and replaced with

rinse water.

ULTRA CLEAN

Use this cycle for most loads to get

between 6 and 16 minutes of wash

time.

AUTO SOAK

This cycle is designed to help remove

heavy soils and stains that need pretreat-

ment. This cycle features brief periods of

agitation and soak, ending in unlimited

soak time. Reset to a SPIN setting to

remove the water. If water is removed,

add detergent and set washer to a

desired wash cycle. If water is not

removed, select a new wash cycle

(do not add additional detergent).

NOTE: It is not recommended to use hot

water for soaking. It may set some

stains.

AUTO PREWASH

Use this cycle to get up to 4 minutes of

agitation to help remove heavy soils and

stains that need pretreatment. Add deter-

gent to washer basket for this cycle.

When the prewash is complete, the wash-

er will drain and spin. Add detergent and

set a new wash cycle.

AUTO SOAKAND

PREWASHCOMBINED

Use this cycle to combine the features of

AUTO SOAK and AUTO PREWASH.

STEP 1. Select WATER LEVEL and

WATER TEMPERATURE.

NOTE: It is not recommended to use hot

water for soaking. It may set some

stains.

STEP 2. Add detergent to the dispenser.

STEP 3. Set RINSE OPTIONS control to

SOAK & PREWASH ONLY.

STEP 4, Set Cycle Selector Control

(Timer) knob to AUTO SOAK.

STEP 5, Pull Cycle Selector Control

(Timer) knob out to start washer. The

washer will complete the AUTO SOAK

cycle and automatically start the AUTO

PREWASH cycle.

SHORT 6

ULTRACLEAN

SUPER 16 2ND RINSE

AUTO PREWASH4 j II°PERMANENT

PRESSII

AUTOSOA_

2ND

R_NSE

CYCLE/OPTIONS DESCRIPTIONS

You may add options to your wash cycle. The chart below shows you the proper set-

tings for your Cycle Selector Control (Timer) and RINSE OPTIONS Control. The Cycle

Selector Control needs to be set where you want the cycle to start and the RINSE

OPTIONS Control needs to be set where you want the cycle to stop. (Example: If you

want a second rinse added to the ULTRA CLEAN cycle, you would set the Cycle

Selector Control to ULTRA CLEAN _ and the RINSE OPTIONS Control to 2ND

RINSE _).

CYCLE SELECTOR CONTROL (TIMER) RINSE OPTIONS CONTROL

ULTRACLEAN

AUTO PREWASH

AUTO SOAK

ONE 2ND

PREWASH SOAK

ONLY ONLY

Desired Set Cycle Selector Set RinseOptions Add

Washer Action Control (Timer) On Control On Detergentto:

Washand Desiredwash ONE RINSE QDispenser

ONE RINSE cycle Qor O

Washeragitates,rinses,and spins.

Wash and Desired wash 2ND RINSE O Dispenser

2ND RINSE cycle O or O

Washeragitates,rinses,and spins foIIowedby a seconddeep rinse,

Rinse & Spin RINSE (} ONE RINSE Q De not add

detergent.

Washeragitates,drains,end spins.

Spin SPIN _ ONE RINSE QDo not add

detergent.

Washerspins.

Soak Only AUTO SOAK _) SOAK ONLY (_ Basket

(unlimitedsoak time)

Washerwill alternate periodsof agitationand soakingfor a few minutes.

Clotheswill continueto soak for an unlimitedperiod.

Soak & Prewash AUTO SOAK _) SOAK & PREWASH Basket

(24 minutes) ONLY _)

Washerwill alternate pedodsof agitationand soaking.

CycleSelectorControl (Timer)will go directly intotheAUTO PREWASHcycle,

Prewash Only AUTO SOAK& PREWASH Basket

PREWASH _) ONLY _)

Washeragitates,drains,and spins.

NOTE:PrewashOnlyandSoak& Prewashshouldbefollowedbya mainwashcyclewithadditionaldetergent

added.SoakOnlyshouldbefollowedbya mainwashcyclewithoutadditionaldetergent.

UNDERSTANDING WHAT

HAPPENS IN EACH CYCLE

ULTRA CLEAN PERMANENT PRESS II

Fill to _Fill to

selected level selected level

Wash Wash

selected time selected time

r_ Drain - Partial

no spin Drain

Pause

Spin

Fill for

Fill to cooldown

selected level •

Wash

Rinse

• _ Drain -

Drain - no spin

no spin •

• Spin

Spin

Off or

2ND RINSE Fill to

selected level

Rinse

Drain -

no spin

Spin

Off or

2ND RINSE

AUTO SOAK

Fill to

selected level

Agitate

Soak

Agitate

Soak

(reset to SPIN to

drain washer)

AUTO PREWASH

Fill to

selected level

Wash

selected time

Drain -

no spin

Spin

Off (reset to

desired wash

cycle)

SELF-CLEANING LINT FILTER TOTAL CARE TM AGITATOR

rtl_ vIJu_ *-I:.1 i[_ if'iriJmviJu_ ;I_4 ! [_ fl'=

Lint is filtered from the load

automatically - there's no messy

cleanup.

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.

QUIET PAK TM III

The QUIET PAKTM III system is

designed to reduce water sounds and

ringing noises. The cabinet is insulated

with sound-dampening materials.

A sound*absorbing blanket under the

motor and gearcase also helps to insulate

the washer to reduce vibration noise.

Kenmore's exclusive TOTAL CARE TM

agitator has triple action agitation to

give you the most flexible fabric care

for even your largest loads.

The TOTAL CARE TM 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 agita-

tor vanes move back and

forth to flex the fabric,

loosening the soil.

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.

For your largest loads, the

TOTAL CARE TM agitator offers a load-

sensing feature that actually senses when

you are washing a very large load and

responds with a third, vertical motion

that senses the load size and guides

items to the bottom.

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.

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 anoise as the

gearcase shifts.

USING YOUR TRIPLE SMART TM

DISPENSER

The TRIPLE SMART TM DISPENSER

makes your washer truly automatic by

making it unnecessary for you to

return to the washer during the cycle

to put in detergent, bleach, or fabric

softener,

Using the TRIPLE SMART TM

DISPENSER ensures that detergent,

bleach, and fabric softener are intro-

duced into the washer at the proper

time and are properly diluted.

USING THE DETERGENT

DISPENSER

This dispenser will automatically

dispense either liquid or powdered

detergents, You may add liquid or

powdered color-safe bleach to this

dispenser as well.

USING THE LIQUID CHLORINE

BLEACH DISPENSER

The liquid chlorine bleach dispenser

automatically dispenses bleach at the

proper time in the cycle 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 avoid spilling.

• 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

dispensed automatically after the

detergent has had time to work.

NOTE: Do not use this dispenser to add

liquid or powdered color-safe bleach to

your wash load. The dispenser is for liq-

uid chlorine bleach only. If desired, add

liquid or powdered color-safe bleach to

the detergent dispenser.

• Do not overfill. Look for the level

markings on the dispenser cover.

Dispenser holds 1 cup (250 mL) of

liquid chlorine bleach.

After loading the washer, pour measured

liquid chlorine bleach carefully into the

dispenser.

Liquidchlorine

bleach dispenser

USING THE LIQUID FABRIC

SOFTENER DISPENSER

After loading the washer, measure and

add the recommended amount of fabric

softener into the dispenser. Follow

manufacturer's directions.

• Do not overfill. Dispenser holds a

standard capful of fabric softener

(3 oz [94 mL]).

• Fabric softener is dispensed in 2nd

rinse if 2ND RINSE is selected.

NOTE: Undiluted fabric softener spilled

on fabric may result in spots that look

like oil stains.

Liquidfabric

softenerdispenser

If cleaning of the liquid fabric softener

dispenser is required:

Scrub with a brush using a liquid

laundry detergent solution. Never use

any cleaning fluids on dispenser parts

as this could cause damage to the

plastic.

PREPARING CLOTHES

FOR WASHING

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.

• 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.

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 (cordu-

roy, 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).

Proper loading of your washer con-

tributes 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 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 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.

LOADING SUGGESTIONS

For these suggested full-sized load&

set the WATER LEVEL selector to the

highest water level setting.

KING SIZE TM CAPACITY WASHERS

Heavy Work

Clothes

4 jeans

4 workpants

4 workshirts

2 sweatshirts

2 sweatpants

Towels Mixed Load

10 bath towels 3 sheets

10 hand towels (1 king, 2 twin)

14 wash cloths 4 pillowcases

3 shirts

3 blouses

9 T-shirts

9 shorts

10 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 replace-

ment on the label with apermanent

markeE

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.

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 service and assistance information on the back page.

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 Reseat washers (see "Installation

properly seated. Instructions,"Section D).

Drain hose not propedy Clamp drain hose (see "Installation

clamped or is off. 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 Ensure tub is centered before

unloading, causing water to starting washer.

deflect off tub ring.

Unit not level causing water Ensure front feet are installed and

to deflect off tub ring. nuts are tightened. Level washer.

Reset rear legs (see "Installation

Instructions,"Section G).

Load is unbalanced. Spray Redistribute the load.

rinses are deflecting off load.

Washer is ovedoaded. Fills or Reduce load size.

spray rinses are deflecting off

load.

Won't Drain/ Drain hose is kinked or Straighten or unplug hose

Won't Spin/ clogged. (see "Installation Instructions,"

Wet Loads Section C).

Correct operation of After awash or rinse, the washer will

neutral drain, drain without spinning. After draining,

the spinning begins.

Lid is open. Close the lid.

Drain hose is more than Lower drain hose (see "Installation

96 in (2.4 m) above floor. Instructions,"Section A).

Too much detergent - Use less detergent.

excessive sudsing.

Wrong cycle for load Choose a cycle with a higher spin

being washed, speed (see "Operating Your

Washer").

Problem Possible Cause Solution

Won't Drain/ Low voltage or using Check electrical source or calI

Won't Spin/ an extension cord. electrician. Do net use extension

Wet Loads cords.

(cont,) Cold rinses. Cold rinses leave loads wetter than

warm rinses. This is normal.

Continues Drain hose is less than Raise the drain hose

to Fiil/ 39 in (99 cm) above floor. (see "Installation Instructions,"

Continues Section A).

to Drain/

Cycle Stuck Drain hose fits tightly into Adjust drain hose for Ioose fit

standpipe. (see "Installation Instructions,"

Section C),

Drain hose taped into Do not seal off drain hose with tape.

standpipe. The drain hose needs an air gap.

Washer Makes Load is unbalanced. Redistribute load.

Noise Washer is not level. Level washer. Reset rear legs

Rear leveling legs not set. (see "Installation Instructions,"

Section G).

Nuts on front feet not tight. Tighten nuts (see "Installation

Instructions,"Section G).

Yellow shipping strap with Remove strap with cotter pins

cotter pins not completely (see "Installation Instructions,"

removed. Section B).

Floor not strong enough Relocate washer (see "Installation

to support washer. Instructions,"Section A).

Gears engaging after drain This is normal.

and before spin.

Upper part of agitator clicks This is normal.

during wash.

Won't Water inlet valve Clean screens.

Fill/Won't screens are plugged.

Rinse/Won't

Agitate/ Water is turned off. Turnonwater.

Wrong Hot and cold hoses are Reverse hoses (see "Installation

Temperature reversed, Instructions,"Sections D & E),

Inlet hose is kinked. Straighten hoses.

Timer diaI is not lined up. Turn timer knob to the right slightly

and pull to start.

Power cord not plugged in, Plug in power cord.

Problem Possible Cause Solution

Machine Power cord not plugged in. PIug in power cord.

Stops No power at plug. Check electrical source or call

electrician.

Fuse blown or circuit Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.

breaker open. If problem continues, call electrician.

Using an extension cord, Do not use extension cords.

Timer is not lined up. Turn timer to the right slightly

and pull to start.

Timer knob not pulled out, Set and pull out knob.

Washer at pause in Allow cycle to continue

PERMANENT PRESS II Cycle (see "Operation YourWasher").

(approximately two minutes).

Machine is overloaded. Wash smaller loads.

Agitator Not The top of the agitator moves This is normal.

Working only in one direction.

The top of the agitator is loose. This is normal.

Water Level The top of the agitator is much This is normal.

Too Low/Not higher than the highest water

Completely level. This creates a perception

Filling of the washer not being full.

Tub is Tub pulled forward when Ensure tub is centered before

Crooked unloading, starting washer.

Tub moves. This is normal.

Unit not level. Ensure front feet are installed and

nuts are tightened. Level washer.

Reset rear legs (see "Installation

Instructions," Section G).

Lint on Load Improper sorting. Sort lint givers from lint takers

and by color.

Overloading. Lint can be trapped in load if

overloaded. Wash smaller loads.

Paper or tissue in pockets. Clean out pockets before washing.

Not enough detergent. Use enough detergent to

hold lint in water.

Detergent not dissolving. Use Automatic Temperature Control

Water temperatures lower (ATC). ATC ensures wash water

than 70°F (21°C). temperature will be warmer than

70°F (21°C).

Problem Possible Cause Solution

Tearing Overloading. Improper Loads should move freely during

use of washer, wash. Wash smaller loads or

increase water level

Improper use of chlorine Do not pour chlorine bleach directly

bleach. Undiluted bleach on Ioad. Wipe up bleach spills.

will damage fabrics.

Sharp items not removed Clean out pockets before washing.

from pockets; fasteners Zip zippers before washing.

not fastened.

Items damaged before Mend rips and broken threads in

washing, seams before washing.

Stains on Improper use of fabric Dilute fabric softener and add to

Load softener in washer or dryer, deep rinse only.

Iron in water (rust). Install an iron filter.

Under use of detergent causing Use enough detergent to remove

soil to be redeposited, soil and hoId it in suspension.

Dye transfer due to not Sort dark clothing from whites

sorting loads properly, and lights.

Dye transfer due to not Unload the washer as soon as

unloading washer promptly, it stops.

Load is Not removing Ioad promptly. Unload the washer as soon as

Wrinkled it stops.

Wrong cycle for fabrics Use cold rinses and cycles with slow

being washed, spin speeds to reduce wrinkling.

Overloading. Loads should move freely daring

wash. Wash smalIer loads.

Wash water not warm enough Use Automatic Temperature Control

to relax wrinkles. Using warm (ATC).If safe for fabric, usewarm or

rinses, hot wash water. Use cold rinsewater.

Hoses reversed. Reverse hoses (see "Installation

Instructions," Sections D & E).

Load is Overloading. Loads should move freely daring

Tangled/ wash. Wash smalIer loads.

Twisted Clothes wrapped around Do notwrap items around agitator

agitator, when loadingwasher.

Clogged Use of color-safe bleach in Add color-safe bleach directly to the

Dispensers/ chlorine bleach dispenser, basket. Do not use chlorine bIeach

Bleach dispenser.

Leaking/

Bleach on Improper use of chlorine bleach. Always measure bleach before

Wrong Loads adding to the dispenser. Carefully

pour into the dispenser. Wipe up

bleach spills.

KENMORE ELITE TM 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 ser-

vice 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.

Kenmore appliances are designed, manufactured and tested for years of depend-

able operation. Yet any major appliance may require service from time to time. The

Sears Maintenance Agreement offers you an outstanding service program for your

product,

The Sears Maintenance Agreement

• Is your way to buy tomorrow's service at today's prices.

• Eliminates repair bills resulting from normal use.

• Allows for as many service calls as required.

• Provides an annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request to keep your

Kenmore appliance in proper running condition.

For more information, call

1-800-827-6655 (USA) or

1-877-533-6937 (Canada)

For in-home major brand repair service:

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-4-MY-HOME" (1-800-469-4663)

Pare pedir servicio de reparaci6n - 1-800-676-5811

Au Canada pour tout le service - 1-877-LE-FOYER" (1-877-533-6937)

For the repair or replacement parts you need:

Call 6 a.m. - 11 p.m. CST, 7 days a week

PartsDirect=

1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278)

www.sears.comlpa rtsdirect

Pare ordenar piezas - 1-800459-7084

For a Sears Service Center location in your area:

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-488-1222

For a Sears Maintenance Agreement purchase or inquiry:

Call 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. CST, Monday - Saturday

1-880-827-6655

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