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27" (69 cm) Wide
LAUNDRY CENTER
Washer - Dryer
CENTRO DE LAVANDERiA
de 27" (69 cm) de ancho
Lavadora - Secadora

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P/N 134809700 (0611)

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

www.sears.com

Your safety and the safety of others is very important.
We have
provided
many important
safety messages in the Owner's
Guide,
Operating
Instructions,
Installation
Instructions
and on your
appfiance. Always read and obey aft safety messages.

Thank you for choosing this LA UNDR Y CENTER. This
owner's guide will explain proper operation and care.

Table of Contents

This is the safety

Important Safety Instructions .............................................
Washing Procedures ........................................................
Stain Removal ...................................................................

2-3
3-4
5

Common Washing Problems................................................
Drying Procedures .............................................................
Features ..........................................................................

6
7
8

Commom Drying Problems ..................................................
8
Care and Cleaning ........................................................
9-10
Avoid Service Checklist ................................................
10-12

and Serial Numbers

Record below the model and serial numbers found on the
laundry center serial plate located on the inside of the dryer
door. Keep these numbers for future reference.
Model

Number:,

Serial

Number:

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You can be kifled or seriously
follow instructions.

For your safety, the information

Date:

Grounding type
wa receptace

This Owner's Guide provides general operating instructions for your
laundry center. It also contains information about features for several other
models. Your laundry center may not have every feature included.
Use ttqe laundry center only as instructed in this Owner's Guide.

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rust removers, acid or products
cause serious injury or death.

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chlorine

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not use an adaptor
plug or extension cord
or remove grounding

Power
supply
cord with
3[prong
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plug

prong from electrical
power cord. Failure
tofollowttqiswarning
can cause serious
injury, fire or death.

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appearing in this Owner's Guide are not meant to
cover every possible condition and situation ttqat may occur. Common
sense and caution must be practiced wtqen installing, operating and
maintaining

or

AII safety messages will identify
the hazard, tefl you how to reduce the
chance of injury, and tefl you what can happen if the instructions
are
not foflowed.

GAS LAUNDRY
Purchase

alerts you to hazards

followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property
damage, personal injury or loss of life.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in
the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
•
Do not try to light any app%nce.
Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your
building.
Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow
the gas supplier's instructions.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.

Read and Save These Instructions
Your Model

This symbol

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

Warranty and Service........................................................
13
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14-27

Record

alert symbol

that can kill or hurt you or others.
Aft safety messages will be
preceded
by the safety alert symbol
and the word
"DANGER"
"WARNING".
These words mean:

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with other

household

These mixtures

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comply

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the basic v_i_hings

listed

injuries.

* Do not wash or dry items that have been previously cleaned in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, cleaning solvents, kerosene,
waxes, etc. Do not store these items on or near the dryer. These substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
* Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Items contaminated
with cooking oils may contribute
to a chemical reaction
could cause a load to catch fire.

that

o Do not put oily or greasy rags or clothing on top of the laundry center. These substances give off vapors that could ignite the materials.
* Do not add gasoline, cleaning solvents, or other flammable
or explosive substances to the wash water. These substances give off
vapors that could ignite or explode.
o Under certain conditions,
hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more.
HYDROGEN
GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.
If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, before using the washer, turn on
all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes. This will release any accumulated
hydrogen
gas. Hydrogen
gas is flammable;
do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.
* To prevent fire, do not use heat to dry items containing
plastic, foam rubber or similarly textured
rubber-like
materials, or items
containing
feathers or down. Use Air Fluff (No Heat) only.
* Clean the dryer lint screen before or after each load. The interior of the dryer, lint screen housing and exhaust duct should be cleaned
approximately
every 18 months by qualified service personnel. An excessive amount
of lint build-up
in these areas could result in
inefficient
drying and possible fire. See Care and Cleaning.

Important

Safety

Instructions

Con't

o Do not operate the dryer if the lint screen is blocked, damaged or missing. Fire hazard, overheating and damage to fabrics can occur.
If your dryer has a drying rack, always replace the lint screen when finished using the drying rack.
o Keep area around the exhaust opening and surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint, dust and dirt.
o Do not obstruct the flow of ventilating air. Do not stack or place laundry or throw rugs against the front or back of the laundry center.
Do not spray any type of aerosol into, on or near laundry center at any time.
Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product.
Failure to comply with these warnings could result in fire, explosion, serious bodily injury and/or damage to the rubber or plastic parts
of the laundry center.
Protect Children
o Do not allow children to play on or in the laundry center. Close supervision of children is necessary when the laundry center is used
near children. As children grow, teach them the proper, safe use of all appliances.
Destroy the carton, plastic bag and other packing materials after the laundry center is unpacked. Children might use them for play.
Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers.
o Keep laundry products out of children's reach. To prevent personal injury, observe all warnings on product labels.
Before the laundry center is removed from service or discarded, remove the washer lid and dryer door to prevent accidental
entrapment.
Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.
Prevent Injury
o To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during operation, the laundry center must be installed and electrically grounded by a qualified
service person in accordance with local codes. Installation instructions are packed in the laundry center for the installer's reference. Refer
to INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSfor detailed grounding procedures. If the laundry center is moved to a new location, have it checked and
reinstalled by a qualified service person.
To prevent personal injury or damage to the laundry center, the electrical power cord of a gas laundry center must be plugged into a properly
grounded system. Never ground the laundry center to a gas pipe. Do not use an extension cord or an adaptor plug.
o Follow package directions when using laundry products. Incorrect usage can produce poisonous gas--resulting in serious injury or
death.
- Do not combine laundry products for use in 1 load unless specified on the label.
- Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar.
To prevent serious personal injury and damage to the laundry center:
- All repairs and servicing must be performed by an authorized
servicer unless specifically recommended in this Owner's
Guide. Use only authorized factory parts.
- Do not tamper with controls.
- Do not install or store the laundry center where it will be exposed to the weather.
ALWAYS disconnect the laundry center from the electrical supply before attempting any service or cleaning. Failure to do so can
result in electrical shock or injury.
Do not use any type spray cleanser when cleaning dryer interior. Hazardous fumes or electrical shock could occur.
o To prevent injury, do not reach into the washer while parts are moving. Before loading, unloading or adding items, push in the cycle
selector knob and allow the tub to coast to a complete stop before reaching inside.
To prevent injury, do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving. Wait until the dryer has stopped completely before reaching into
the drum.
A thermal limiter switch automatically turns off the dryer motor in the unlikely event of an overheated situation (electric dryers only).
A service technician must replace the thermal limiter switch after correcting the fault.
The washer is equipped with an electrical overload protector. The motor will stop if it becomes overheated. The washer will
automatically restart after a cool down period of up to 30 minutes, if the washer has not been manually turned off during this time.
Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.
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Washing

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Procedures
•
•
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Sort laundry

into loads that

washed

Empty

together.

pockets.

can be

Follow the guidelines below for preparing the wash load.
Read the Washer Operating
Instructions
for operating your specific model.
Always read and follow
fabric care and laundry product
labels.

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons, read
Important
Safety Instructions before operating this washer.
1. Sort laundry into loads that can be washed together.
Sort items by recommended water temperatures, wash time, and agitate/spin
speeds.
•
Separate white, light, and colorfast items from dark and noncolorfast items.
•
Separate items which shed lint from items which attract lint. Permanent press,
synthetic, knit and corduroy items will pick up lint from towels, rugs and
chenille bedspreads.
•
Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled items.
•
Separate lacy, sheer and loosely knit items from sturdy items.
2. Prepare items for washing.
•
Empty pockets.
•
Brush off lint and dirt. Shake out rugs and beach towels.
•
Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes, and remove nonwashable
trims and ornaments.
•
Remove pins, decorative buttons, belt buckles, and other objects which could
be damaged. This also helps protect other items in the wash load.
•
Mend rips and tears to prevent further damage during washing.
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Washing

Procedures

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•

3.
4.
Place delicate items in a mesh bag.

5.

Bleach Dispenser (some models)

5.

Place delicate items such as bras, shoulder pads, hosiery, and belts in a mesh
bag to prevent tangling during the wash cycle.
•
Turn knit items inside out to prevent pilling.
Pretreat stains and heavy soil.
See Stain Removal for details.
Add a measured amount
of detergent
to the wash tub before adding the
laundry
load.
Follow detergent manufacturer's directions. The amount required depends on type
of detergent, load size and soil level, and water hardness.
If desired, add liquid bleach to Bleach Dispenser (some models).
•
Before adding the wash load, add liquid bleach to bleach dispenser located in
left front corner under the lid:
•
3/4 cup (180 ml) for small loads
•
1 cup (240 ml) for large loads
•
1-1/4 cups (300 ml) for extra-large loads.
•
Then add 1 cup (240 ml) water to flush the dispenser.
•
Do not use powdered bleach in the bleach dispenser.
For models without
a bleach dispenser,
dilute the recommended amount
liquid chlorine bleach in 1 quart (.95 L) water. Add it to wash water after
a few minutes of agitation. Do not pour bleach directly on wash load.
Add laundry load to washer.
•
Dry load level should not be higher than the top of agitator vanes.
Do not overload the washer.
•
•

Do not load items above
top of agitator vanes in wash tub.

7.

Built-in Fabric Softener Dispenser
(some models)

8.
9.

Built-in Fabric Softener Dispenser
(some models)

Safety

Lid

Lock

of

Do not put items on top of agitator or wrap them around it. Load items evenly.
Combine large and small items in a load. Load large items first. Large items
should not be more than half the total wash load.

•
When washing a single heavy item, add 1 or 2 towels to balance the load.
If desired, add liquid fabric softener
to Fabric Softener Dispenser (available
on some models).
For models with a built-in
dispenser (see picture to the left):
1. Add liquid softener to the dispenser, following fabric softener label directions.
2. Add water to bring liquid level to fill line on dispenser cap.
3.
Remove the dispenser from the agitator after each use. Rinse both cap and cup
with warm water. Replace dispenser in the agitator.
NOTE: To separate cap from cup, put thumb into dispenser and push against side
of cup (see picture to the left). After cleaning, push cap and cup firmly together.
Replace dispenser by lining up the ribs and grooves and snapping it into position.
If fabric softener builds up in or around the dispenser, clean the area with hot water.
DO NOT REMOVE SERVICE CAP FOUND INSIDE THE AGITATOR POST.
For models without
a fabric softener
dispenser,
follow fabric softener label
directions. Add diluted fabric softener to the final rinse. Do not pour fabric
softener
directly on the wash load.
Select cycle and settings according to type, size, and soil level of each load
See Operating
Instructions
for your specific model controls.
Start the washer.

Close the washer lid and pull out the cycle selector knob. The washer will not agitate
or spin with the lid open.
•
To stop the washer, push in the cycle selector knob.
•
To change a cycle, push in the cycle selector knob. Turn it clockwise to the
desired setting. Pull out the knob to restart the washer.
10. Remove items when the cycle is completed.
For your safety, the lid locks when the tub is spinning. It will remain locked for 23 minutes after the tub stops spinning.
•
To open the lid during a spin, push in the cycle selector knob and wait about
2-3 minutes for the lid lock to release. Do not force open the locked lid.
Place washed items in automatic dryer, line dry, or dry flat as directed by fabric care
label. Excess wrinkling, color transfer or odors may develop in items left in the
washer after the cycle has ended.
To avoid serious personal injury, do not operate washer if safety lid lock
is missing or damaged.

Stain

Removal

Safe Stain

Removal

Procedures

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or serious injury to persons
or property, comply with the basic warnings listed in ImportantSafetylnstructions
and those listed below.

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*
*
*
*
Do not combine

stain

removal

products.

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For
o
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Follow

fabric care label instructions.

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o

STAIN

Read and comply with all instructions on stain removal products.
Keep products in their original labeled containers and out of children's
reach.
Thoroughly wash any utensil used.
Do not combine stain removal products, especially ammonia and chlorine
bleach. Dangerous fumes may result.
Never wash items which have been previously cleaned in, washed in,
soaked in or spotted with gasoline, dry cleaning solvents or other flammable
or explosive substances because they give off vapors that could ignite or
explode.
Never use highly flammable solvents, such as gasoline, inside the home.
Vapors can explode on contact with flames or sparks.
successful stain removak
Remove stains promptly.
Determine the kind of stain, then follow recommended treatment in the
stain removal chart on the next page.
To pretreat stains, use a prewash product, liquid detergent, or a paste made
from granular detergent and water.
Use cold water on unknown stains because hot water can set stains.
Check care label instructions for treatments to avoid on specific fabrics.
Check for colorfastness by testing stain remover on an inside seam.
Rinse and wash items after stain removal.

TREATMENT

Adhesive tape, chewing gum,
rubber cement

Apply ice. Scrape off excess. Place stain face down on paper towels. Saturate with prewash stain remover or
nonflammable dry cleaning fluid.

Baby formula, dairy products,
egg

Use product containing

Beverages (coffee, tea,
soda,juice, alcoholic beverages)

Pretreat stain. Wash using cold water and bleach safe for fabric.

Blood

Rinse with cold water. Rub with bar soap. Or, pretreat or soak with product containing
bleach safe for fabric.

Candle wax, crayon

Scrape off surface wax. Place stain face down between paper towels. Press with warm iron until wax is
absorbed. Replace paper towels frequently. Treat remaining stain with prewash stain remover or nonflammable
dry cleaning fluid. Hand wash to remove solvent. Wast] using bleach safe for fabric.

Chocolate

Pretreat or soak in warm water using product containing

Collar or cuff soil, cosmetics

Pretreat with prewash stain remover or rub with bar soap.

Dye transfer on white fabric

Use packaged color remover. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.

enzymes to pretreat or soak stains. Soak for 30 minutes or more. Wash.

enzymes. Wash using

enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.

Grass

Pretreat or soak in warm water using product containing

Grease, oil, tar (butter, fats,
salad dressing cooking oils,
car grease, rhotor oi s}

Scrape residue from fabric. Pretreat. Wash using hottest water safe for fabric. For heavy stains and tar, apply
nonflammable dry cleaning fluid to back of stain Replace towels under stain frequently. Rinse tt]orougMy. Wash
using hottest water safe for fabric.

Ink

Some inks may be impossible to remove. Washing may set some inks. Use prewast] stain remover, denatured
alcohol or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid.

Mildew,

scorch

enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.

Wash with chlorine bleach if safe for fabric. Or soak in oxygen bleach and hot water before wasNng. Badly
mi dewed fabrics may be permanent y damaged.

Mud

Brush off dry mud. Pretreat or soak with product containing

enzymes.

Mustard, tomato

Pretreat with prewash stain remover. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.

Nail polish

May be impossible to remove. Place stain face down on paper towels. Apply nail polish remover to back of stain.
Repeat, replacing paper towels frequently. Do not use on acetate fabrics.

Paint, varnist]

WATER BASED: Rinse fabric in cool water wt]ile stain is wet. Wast]. Once paint is dry, it cannot be removed. OIL
BASED AND VARNISH: Use solvent recommended on can label. Rinse thoroughly before wasNng.

Perspiration

Use prewash stain remover or rub witt] bar soap. Rinse. Wast] using nonchlorine
fabric.

Rust brown or yellow
disco oration

For spots, use rust remover safe for fabric. For discoloration of an entire load, use phosphate detergent
nonchlorine bleach. Do not use chlorine bleach because it may intensify discoloration.

%oe polish

LIQUID: Pretreat with a paste of granular detergent and water. PASTE: Scrape residue from fabric. Pretreat
with prewash stain remover or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid. Rinse. Rub detergent into dampened area.
Wash using bleach safe for fabric.

Urine, vomit, mucus, feces

Pretreat or soak in product containing

bleach in hottest water safe for

enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.

5

and

Common Washing Problems
Manywashing problems involvepoor soil and stain removal, residues of lint and scum, and fabric damage. Forsatisfactorywashing
results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent Association.

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSES

SOLUTIONS

PREVENTIVE MEASURES

Blue stains

• Detergent or liquid fabric softener
did not dissolve or disperse,

,If caused by detergent, mix 1 cup (240
ml) white vinegar with 1 quart (.g5 L)
water in a plastic container. Soak item 1
hour. Rinse.
,If caused by fabric softener, rub stains
with bar soap. Wash.

,Add detergent before wash load. Then
start washer.
,Add fabric softener to dispenser (available
on some models).
,Dilute fabric softener with water.

• Not enough detergent.
•Wash water temperature
low.

,Rewash with

Discoloration,
graying

,Sort items by soil level and color.
,Use correct amount of detergent,
water and bleach safe for fabric

Greasy, oily stains

Holes, tears, or
snags

too

correct amount of

detergent and hottest water safe for
fabric. Add bleach safe for fabric.

• incorrect sorting.
*Not enough detergent.
• Undiluted liquid fabric softener
poured directly on fabric.

,Treat with prewash stain remover or
liquid detergent.
,Increase detergent and water
temperature.
Rewash.
,Rub fabric softener stains with bar soap.

,Use correct amount of detergent
hottest water safe for fabric.

• incorrect use of chlorine bleach.

,May be irreversible if rips, tears and
seams cannot be mended.

,Never pour chlorine bleach directly on
fabric.

• Unfastened
buckles.

zippers, hooks,

*incorrect sorting.
,Tissues left in pocket.
,Overloading the washer.
,Not enough detergent.
,Undissolved detergent has left
residue.
,Static cling is attracting
,Load washed too long

Pilling
(Fibers break off,
ball up and cling to
fabric)

Residue or powder
on dark items;
Stiff, harsh fabrics,

lint.

• Pilling is normal with synthetic and
permanent press fabrics. TNs is
due to abrasion from normal
weal-.

Yellow buildup of
body soil on
synthetic fabrics

,Reduce load size. Rewash using correct
water temperature, water level, and
amount of detergent.
,Add
nonpredpitating
water conditioner
to wash water.

• Use a lint brush or shaver to remove
pills.

• Overloading

*Not enough

too

detergent.

for sorting and

,Use correct amount of detergent,
temperature and water level.

water

,Use fabric softener in the washer to
lubricate fibers.

,Add dissolved detergent to tub . Rewash
load.

,increase water temperature
water safe for fabric.
,Do not overload washer.

,Mix 1 cup (240 ml) white vinegar to 1
gallon (3.8 L) warm water in plastic
container. Soak item. Rinse and rewash.

,Use liquid detergent or use
nonprecipitating
water conditioner with
nonphosphate
granular detergent.

,Reduce load size.

,Do not overload washer.
,Remove items from washer as soon as

,Rinse in cold water with liquid fabric
softener.

•Agitation time too short.
•Wash water temperature
low.

,See Washing Procedures
preparing the wash load.
,Do not overload washer.

,When ironing, use spray starch or fabric
finish on collars and cuffs.
,Turn items inside out to reduce abrasion.

,Reduce load size.

the washer.

,Do not pour liquid fabric softener
directly on fabric. See package directions
or Washing Procedures for proper
diluting.

,Add liquid fabric softener to final rinse.
,Dry load in dryer.
,Remove lint with lint brush or roller.

• Undissolved detergent.
,Some nonphosphate granular
detergents can combine with
hard water minerals to form a
residue.

Wrinkling

and

,Check condition of items before washing.
See Washing Procedures for preparing
and loading the wash load.

• Rips, tears and broken threads.
• Overloading the washer.
• Degradation of fabric.

Lint

hottest

,Soak in detergent booster or product
containing enzymes.
,Wash in hot water (120%/49°0 using full
permanent press cycle. Increase
detergent.
Add bleach safe for fabric.

using hottest

cycle is completed.
,Use liquid fabric softener.
,Wash synthetics frequently using water at
least IO0°F (37°C) and correct water level.

,Or, treat with color remover.

Yellow or brown
rust stains

• iron or manganese in water
supply, water pipes, or water
heater.

,To restore discolored load of whites, use
rust remover safe for fabric.
Do not use chlorine bleach to remove
rust stains. It may intensify
discolora tion.

,Use nonprecipitating
water softener.
,Before washing, run hot water for a few
minutes to clear lines.
,Drain water heater occasionally.
,For an ongoing problem, install an iron
filter in your water supply system.

Drying

• Follow the guidelines below for preparing the load for drying.

Procedures

• Read the Dryer Operating
• Always

read and follow

Instructions

for operating your specific model.

fabric care labels and laundry

product labels.

_To
reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or serious injury to persons
or property, comply with the basic warnings listed in ImportantSafetylnstructions
and those listed below.
3.

Prepare

items for drying.

Dry items of similar fabric, weight and construction in the same load.
Separate dark items from light-colored items. Separate items that shed lint
from those that attract lint. If an item sheds lint, turn it inside out.
Be sure buckles, buttons and trim are heatproof and won't damagethe drum
fin ish. Closezippers, fasten hooks and Velcro®-Iike fasteners. Tie strings and
sashesto prevent snagging and tangling.
Follow fabric

care label instructions.

o

If possible, turn pockets inside out for even drying.

o

Check for stains which may not have been removed in washing. Dryer heat
may permanently set some stains. Repeat stain removal process before
drying.
Place small items in a mesh bag to prevent tangling and for easy removal.

2.

Check

that

lint

screen

is clean

and in place.

3.

Load the dryer.
•
Theaverageloadwillfillthedrum
I/3tol/2full.
ltemsneed roomtotumble
freely for even drying and less wrinkling. Do not overload dryer.
When drying large items, dry only 2 or 3 at a time. Fillout the load with small
and medium sized items.
For delicate or very small loads, add 2 lint-free towels for better drying, less
wrinkling, and to prevent grease stains caused by fabric softener sheets.

Place small items in a mesh bag.

Do not overdry items. Overdrying can causewrinkling, shrinkage, harshness,
and a build-up of static electricity, which can produce more lint.
•
4.

If desired, add a dryer fabric softener sheet.

CIose

the dryer

door

See Dryer Operating

and set dryer

controls

(some

models).

Instructions card for you r specific model controls.

J

5.

Turn

cycle selector

clockwise

to the desired

setting.

Turn Start control clockwise to ON. Hold for 1-2 seconds and release.
6.

To add or remove items when the dryer isrunning, open the door. The dryer
always
stop when the door is opened.
!tart will the
dryer.
Allow the drum to come to a complete stop before reaching inside.

Fill dryer drum

1/3 to 1/2 full.

7.

When
or fold.

the cycle

ends,

remove

items

immediately

and hang

If load is removed before the cycle ends, turn cycle selector to OFF.

Features

Cycle Signal

Control

(some models)

When the Cycle Signal Control isON, a signal will sound atthe end of each cycle and
during the Press Saver setting (some models). The volume is adjustable on some
models.

Drum Light (some models)
A drum light will come on whenever the door isopened to illuminate the dryer drum
during loading and unloading. Closing the door turns off the light.

Drying

Rack (some models)

Use the drying rack to dry items which should not be tumble dried.

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Open the dryer door and remove the lint screen.

2.

Insert drying rack intothe dryer drum. Placethe front bar under the lip of the lint
screen opening.

3.

Place items to be dried on top of rack. Weight should not exceed I0 Ibs. Leave
space between items, but do not let items hang over the sides or through the
grids. Do not tumble other items when using the drying rack.

4.

Select a timed dry setting best suited for items being dried. Use only the Air Fluff
(no heat) temperature setting for items containing plastic, foam rubber, rubberlike materials, feathers or down.

5.

When items are dry, remove the rack and replace the lint screen. If lint screen
is not in place, tumbling items could enter the exhaust system and cause damage
to the dryer.

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Use the drying

rack to dry items which
not be tumbled.

Common

should

Drying

Problems
Many drying problems involve poor cleaning results, poor soil and stain removal, residues of lint and scum, and fabric damage.
For satisfactory drying results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent Association.

PROBLEM

POSSIBLECALISES

,Rub fabric softener stains wittq bar
soap.
Rinse and rewastq.

,Reduce load size and rewash using
liquid
fabric softener in the final rinse.
,Or, add a fabric softener sheet and
tumble without heat.
,Use lint brush or roller to remove lint.

*Do not overload dryer.
,Use fabric softener in washer or dryer to reduce
static electricity.
*Remove items when they are slightly damp to
avoid overdrying.
*Check that lint screen is clean and in place.

,Pilling is normal with
synthetic and permanent
press fabrics. This is due to
abrasion from normal
wear.

,Use a lint brush or shaver to remove

• Use fabric softener to lubricate fibers.

,Overdrying.

,Irreversible

,Fabric softener

Lint

, Overloading.
, Overdrying causes static
electricity.
,Lint screen not clean when

sheet.

cycle began.
,Lint is attached to "pills."

Shrinking

Wrinkling

PREVENTIVE MEASURES
• Add a few bath towels to small loads for proper
tumbling.
• Some "silk-like" fabrics should be air dried.
• Use proper drying temperature.
• Place fabric softener sheet on top of load before
starting the dryer.

Greasy, oily
stains

Pilfing
(Fibers break off,
ball up and cling
to fabric.)

SOLUTIONS

• When ironing, use spray starch or fabric finish on
collars and cuffs.
• Turn items inside out to reduce abrasion.

pills.

*Follow fabric care label directions.

condition.

,If shrinking is a concern, check load often.
*Remove items while slightly damp.
*Block knits into shape.
*Lay flat to complete drying.
,Overloading.
,Leaving items in dryer after
cycle ends.

,Reduce load size and tumble at
medium
or low heat for 5-10 minutes.
,Remove items immediately.
fold.

8

Hang or

*Do not overload dryer.
*Remove items as soon as cycle ends.

Care and Cleaning

To reduce risk of fire or serious injury to persons or property, comply
with the basic warnings listed in Important Safety Instructions and those listed
below.
Before clean ing t he washer or d ryer in terior, unplug the electricaI power cord
to avoid electrical shock hazards.
Do not use any type spray cleanser when cleaning dryer interior. Hazardous
fumes or electrical shock could occur.

Inside

the Washer

Remove items from thewasher as soon asthe cycleends. Excesswrinkling, color
transfer, and odors may develop in items left in the washer.
Dry the washer top, the area around the lid opening, and the underside of the
lid. These areas should always be dry before the lid is closed.
Beforecleaningthewasherinterior,
electrical shock hazards.
Clean lint screen after every load.

unplugtheelectricMpowercordtoavoid

When extremely soiled items have been washed, a dirty residue may remain on
the tub. Remove this by wiping the tub with a nonabrasive household cleanser.
Rinsethoroughly with water.
The agitator or tub may become stained from fabric dye. Clean these parts with
a nonabrasive household cleanser. This prevents dye transfer to future loads.

Inside

the Dryer

Clean the dryer lint screen after every load. Lint build-up in the screen restricts
airflow, which causes longer drying times. The screen is located at the bottom
of the door opening. Remove by pulling straight up. Remove the lint and replace
the screen.

Wash lint screen occasionally.

Use care with laundry
products. They can damage finish on
the laundry center.

Occasionally awaxy build-u p may form on the lint screen from using dryer-added
fabric softener sheets. To remove this build-up, wash the lint screen in warm,
soapy water. Dry thoroughly and replace. Do not operate the dryer without the
lint screen in place.
Ifthe dryer drum becomes stained from noncolorfast fabrics, clean the drum with
a damp cloth and a mild liquid household cleanser. Remove cleanser residue
before drying the next load.
Every 18 months an authorized servicer should clean the dryer cabinet interior
and exhaust duct. These areas can collect lint and dust over time. An excessive
amount of lint build-u p could result in inefficient drying and possible fire hazard.

Outside
When laundering is completed, wipe cabinet with a damp cloth. Turn water
faucets off to prevent pressure build-up in the hoses.
Clean the cabinet with mild soap and water. Never use harsh, gritty or
abrasive cleansers. If the cabinet becomes stained, clean with diluted chlorine
bleach [1/2 cup (120 ml) in 1 quart (.95 L)water]. Rinse several times with clear
water.
Remove glue residue from tape or labels with a mixture of warm water and mild
detergent. Or, touch residue with the sticky side of the tape or label.
Before moving the laundry center, place a strip of cardboard or th in fiberboard
under the front leveling legs to prevent floor damage.

Win terizing

Instructions

If the laundry center is stored in an area where freezing can occur or moved in freezing
temperatures, followthese winterizing instructions to prevent damageto the laundry
center:

Folio w Winterizing
Instructions
for cold
weather

care.

I.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.

Turn off water supplyfaucets.
Disconnect hoses from water supply and drain water from hoses.
Plug electrical cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet.
Add 1 gallon nontoxic recreational vehicle (RV)antifreeze to empty wash tub.
Close lid.
Set cycle selector knob at a spin setting. Pull out knob and let washer spin for 1
minute to drain out all water. Not all of the RV antifreeze will be expelled.
Push in knob, unplug electrical power cord, dry tub interior, and close lid.
Store washer in an upright position.
To remove antifreeze from washer after storage, run empty washer through a
complete cycle using detergent. Do not add wash load.

Avoid Service ChecMist
Before calling for service, review this list. It may save both time and expense. The list includes common
result of defective workmanship
or materials in this laundry center.

OCCURRENCE

concerns that are not the

POSSIBLE CAUSE

SOLUTION

A certain amount of "clunking" or gear
sounds are normal
in a heavy-duty
washer.
Foreign objects such as coins or safety
pins may be in tub or pump.

This is normal.

Belt buckles and
hitting wash tub.

To prevent unnecessary noise and damage
fasten fasteners and turn items inside out.

WASHER = NOISE
"Clunking"

Rattling

or gear sounds.

and clanking

Squealing
sound
rubber odor.
Thumping

Vibrating

noise.

metal

fasteners

are

or hot Washer is overloaded.

sound.

noise.

Heavy wash
loads
thumping sound.

may

Stop washer and check tub. If noise continues after
washer is restarted, objects may be in pump. Call your
authorized servicer.
to tub,

Do not overload washer. Stop washer and reduce load.

produce

a

Laundry center is not resting on a solid,
firm floor.

This is usually normal. If sound continues, washer is
probably out of balance. Stop washer and redistribute
wash load.
Move laundry center so it rests firmly on solid floor.
Additional floor bracing may be needed. Adjust leveling
legs. See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for details.

Shipping bolt and block have not been
removed during installation,

See INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
shipping bolt and block.

Wash load unevenly distributed

Stop washer and rearrange wash load.

in tub.

for

removing

WASHER = OPERATING
Washer

does not start.

Washer lid is open

Close washer

Electrical power cord may not be plugged
in or connection may be loose.

Make sure plug fits tightly

Housefuseblown,
circuitbreakertripped,
or a power outage has occurred,

Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Do not increase
fuse capacity. If problem is a circuit overload, have it
corrected by a qualified electrician.
If problem is a
power outage, call local electric company.

Water supply faucets are not turned on.

Turn on water supply faucets.

10

lid
in wall outlet.

OCCURRENCE

POSSIBLE CAUSE

SOLUTION

WASHER = OPERATING
(continued)
Washer does not start
(continued).

Cycle selector is not in correct
Motor

Washer

won't

Residue

left

spin.

Heavily soiled

WASHER

= WATER

Wash load
spin.

too

Water
washer

is overheated.

Lid is not completely

in tub.

wet after

does
not
enter
or it enters slowly,

Washer

oosition.

Move indicator

clockwise

slightly.

Pull out knob.

Washer motor will stop if it becomes overheated. It will
automatically restart after a cool down period of up to
30 minutes (if washer has not been manually turned
off).
closed.

Close lid completely.

items.

Safety lid lock must not be broken.

Wipe tub with a nonabrasive household cleanser, then
rinse. Shake or brush excess dirt and sand from items
before washing.

is overloaded.

Do not overload washer.

See Washing

Load is out of balance.

Rearrange load to allow proper spinning.

Drain hose is kinked.

Straighten

Water supply is not adequate

in area.

Procedures.

drain hose.

Check another faucet in the house. Wait
supply and pressure increase.

until water

Water supply faucets are not completely open.

Fully open hot and cold faucets.

Water is being used elsewhere in the house.

Water pressure must be at least 30 psi (260 kPa). Avoid
running water elsewhere while washer is filling.

Water

Straighten

inlet hoses are kinked.

Water level does not cover
load.

Washer

Warm or hot water
hot enough,

Hot water heater is set too low or is a
distance from laundry center,

Measure hot water temperature at nearby faucet with
candy or meat thermometer. Water temperature should
be at least 120°F (49°C). Adjust water heater as
necessary.

Hot water is being used elsewhere
the house.

Avoid using hot water elsewhere before or during
washer use. There may not be enough hot water
available for proper cleaning. If problem persists, your
hot water system may be unable to support more than
1 use at a time.

is not

is overloaded.

hoses.

Do not overload washer. When control is set at highest
fill level, dry load level should not be higher than top row
of circular holes in wash tub.

in

To conserve energy, the temperature of
the cold and hot wash are regulated.

See Operating

Water in washer does not
drain or drains slowly.

Drain hose is kinked or clogged.

Clean and straighten

Water

Loose fill hose connection
washer,

Check and tighten hose connections.
sealing washers provided.

leaks.

Incorrect
wash and
temperatures,
Water is entering
but tub does not

rinse

washer
fill.

at faucet or

Instructions

for your washer

the drain hose.

rubber

House drain pipes are clogged.

Unclog drain pipes. Contact

Oversudsing.

Use less detergent.

Hot and cold water hoses are connected
to wrong supply faucets,

Connect hot water hose to hot water faucet and cold
water hose to cold water faucet.

Drain hose standpipe

Standpipe must be a minimum
to
prevent
siphoning.
INSTRUCTIONS.

is incorrect

height.

11

plumber

Install

if necessary.

of 33" (83.82 cm) high
See
INSTALLATION

OCCURRENCE

POSSIBLE CAUSE

SOLUTION

Electrical power cord is not securely
plugged in or plug may be loose.

Make sure the plug fits tightly

House fuse
tripped.

Reset circuit

DRYER
Dryer

does not start.

blown

or circuit

breaker

in wall outlet.

breaker or replace fuse.

Make sure electrical line is not overloaded
is on a separate circuit.
Thermal
Dryer
heat.

runs

but

won't

Drying
cycle takes too
Iong, outsideofthedryer
feels too hot or smells
hot.

limiter tripped.

Call authorized

and the dryer

service person for replacement.

There are 2 house fuses in the dryer
circuit. If 1 of the 2 fuses is blown, the
drum may turn but the heater will not
operate.

Replace fuse.

Gas supply valve is not open (gas models).

Check to make sure supply valve is open.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for procedure.

Dryer does not have enough air supply to
support the burner flame (gas models).

See INSTALLATION

LP gas supply tank is empty or there has
been a utility interruption of natural gas
(gas models).

Refill or replace tank.

Lint screen is clogged with lint.

Make sure all lint has been removed from the dryer lint
screen before starting each cycle.

Exhaust duct requirements
met.

Exhaust duct must be at least 4 inches in diameter and
made of rigid or flexible metal.

have not been

See

INSTRUCTIONS.

Dryer should heat when utility service is restored.

When in place, the duct must have no more than two
90 ° bends and must not exceed length listed in
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
Electric dryer is connected
circuit,
Drying
procedures
followed.

to a 208 volt

have

not

Outside exhaust hood or exhaust
may be clogged or restricted.

Excessive

been

duct

Dryingtimewillbe
circuit.
See Drying

20% Iongerthan

drying ona 240volt

Procedures.

Clean out any obstruction.

High humidity.

Use a dehumidifier

near the dryer.

Dryer is overloaded.

Do not overload.

Items left in dryer too long.

Remove items as soon as cycle ends.

Insufficient

See Drying

wrinkling.

sorting of items.

Drying temperature

too high.

See Drying

Procedures.

Procedures.

Follow fabric care label instructions.

12

Kenmore
One

Year

Appliance

Limited

Warranty

Warranty

When installed, operated and maintained
according to all instructions
supplied with the product, if this appliance fails
to a defect
in material
or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®
(1-800-469-4663) to arrange for free repair.
If this appliance is used for other than private family purposes,
this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of
purchase.

due

This warranty covers only defects in material and workmanship.
Sears will NOT pay for:
1. Expendable items that can wear out from normal use, including but not limited to filters, belts, light bulbs, and bags.
2. A service technician to instruct the user in correct product installation, operation or maintenance.
3. A service technician to clean or maintain this product.
4. Damage to or failure of this product if it is not installed, operated or maintained according to all instructions supplied with
the product.
5. Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident, abuse, misuse or use for other than its intended purpose.
6. Damage to or failure of this product caused by the use of detergents, cleaners, chemicals or utensils other than those
recommended in all instructions supplied with the product.
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Disclaimer of implied warranties; limitation of remedies
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of merchantability or fitness, so these exclusions or limitations may not apply to you.

as provided herein. Implied
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