Kenmore Automatic Washers manual

Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions ® "Fhree-Speed AUTOMATIC WASHERS IMPORTANT: Your washer may look different Read and follow all safety from the washer shown. and operating instructions before first use of this product. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. PART NO. 3950144 Rev. A PRINTED IN U.S.A.[...]

BEFORE USING YOUR NEW WASHER SEARS AUTOMATIC WASHER WARRANTY IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2 3 4 5 OPERATING YOUR WASHER LAUNDRY TIPS CARING FOR YOUR WASHER TROUBLESHOOTING SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT 20 29 31 32 36 Please read this manual. It will help you install and operate your new Kenmore washer in the safest and most[...]

FULL 1-YEAR WARRANTY ON ]MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL PARTS For ,one year from the date of purchase, when the washer is installed and operated in accordance with the instructions in the Owner's Manual, Sears will repair or replace any mechanical or electrical parts in this washer, if defective in material or workmanship. LIMITED 5-YEAR WARRANTY O[...]

YOUR SAFETY IS IMPORTANTTO US WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your washer, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Read all instructions before using the washer. • Do not wash articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-clean[...]

INSTALLATION OVERVIEW For a complete list of tools and parts needled, see pages 6-8. A. SELECT LOCATION FOR YOUR WASHER (pgs. 10-12) Recessed Area/ Closet Installation Instructions (p. 10) I I I Standpipe [)rain System (p. 12) Laundry Tub Drain System (p. 1 1) Floor Drain System (p. 12) 5[...]

B. REMOVE SHIPPING STRAP (p. 13) Tools Needed: Scissors Flashlight (optional depending on installation) C. CONNECT DRAIN HOSE (pgs. 14-15) TWIST AND PUSH Tools Needed: Parts Needed: Pliers that open to 19/16 inches Flashlight (optional depending on installation) 1 yellow, single-wire hose clamp (top of drain hose) 1 silver, double- wire hose clamp [...]

D. CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WASHER (pgs. 15-16) Tools Needed: Parts Needed: Pliers that open to 19/16 inche_ Flashlight (optional depending on installation) 2 water inlet hoses 4 flat water inlet hose washers E. CONNECT INLET HOSESTO WATER FAUCETS (p. 16) Tools Needed: Parts Needed: Pliers that open to 1%6 inches uoket (optional Flashlight (optional [...]

F. SECURE DRAIN HOSE (p. 17) i.i Tools Needed: Parts Needed: Flashlight (optional depending on installation) Shipping strap with fastener G. LEVEL WASHER (p. 18) Tools Needed: Parts Needed: U _ 9/lo-lnch open-end wrench Flashlight (optional Wood block depending on installation) 2 front leveling legs with nuts[...]

Selecting the proper location for your washer will improve its performance and minimize concerns like washer walk or noise, ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS 120-Volt, 60-Hz., AC-only, 15- or 20-arnpere fused electrical supply is required. (Time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended.) Connect to individual branch circuit. Electrical Shock Hazard Plug [...]

A. SELECT LOCATION FOR YOUR WASHER - RECESSED AREA/ CLOSET INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS This washer may be installed in a recessed area or closet. 19" * 1"---_" 0 0 Ioooo O 48 sq. in. minimum - ventilation area 24 sq. in. minimum- ventilation area 1"1.- 2s,/2' 14- Side View (Door Shown) # [,<--- 27" _ 1-<--'1&q[...]

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. 12) • Floor drain system (p. 12) Do not store or operate washer at or below 32°F (some water may remain in washer). See page 31 for Winterizing Infor[...]

At.TERNATE LOCATIONS- STANDPIPE AND FLOOR DRAIN SYSTEMS Siphon break: Must be purchased separately. See chart below. Standpipe drain system: Needs a two-inch minimum diameter standpipe with minimum carry-away capacity of 17 gallons per minute. Top of standpipe must be at least 39 inches above floor and no higher than 96 inches from bottom of washer[...]

B. REMOVE SHIPPING STRAP Removing the shipping strap is necessary for smooth operation. If the shipping strap is not removed, the washer will make excessive noise. To prevent floor damage, set washer onto cardboard before moving across floor. Move washer close to its final location. STEP 1. Read, then remove the label over l:he electrical plug and [...]

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 straigh[...]

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. Hooked End Drain Hose 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[...]

STI--P 2. Attach the hose with the red coL_pling to the hot water (bottom) inlet valve. Attaching the red coupling first makes it easier to tighten connection with pliers. Screw on coupling by hand. Make an additional two-thirds turn with pliers to tighten coupling. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN; this could damage the valves. C01d Water Illlt ill: Hot __L__I_[...]

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. STEP 2. Locate the remaining piece of shipping strap (not the end with the three cotter pins) from STEP 4 of "REMOVE SHIPPING STRAP." Use it to wrap the drain hose together with the la[...]

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 inches). Use a wood block or another object that will support the weight of the washer. If washer was placed against a wall, move the washer out slightly before tipping it up. STIEP 2. With one of[...]

REVIEW INSTALLATION Take a few minutes to complete this clhecklist. It will help assure you that you have a proper installation and increase your satisfaction with your Kenmore washer. [] Check electrical requirements. Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. [] Check that you have: • All the tools you started [...]

To get the maximum cleaning and fabric care from your washer, please read and follow these instructions. NO'rE: 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. Explosion Hazard Never place items in the washer t[...]

SET 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 [...]

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 AUTO warm water is let into th[...]

SETTLING YOUR CYCLE SELECTOR (TIMER) CONTROL Use this control to choose the agitation time and to start the washer. • For heavy soil and sturdy fabrics, use the full time. • For light soil and delicate fabrics, use less time. PERMANENT PRESS The PERMANENT PRESS Cycle includes a load cooling process that reduces wrinkling compared to other cycle[...]

SETTING YOUR RINSE OPTIONS CONTROL A second rinse will remove more detergent residue. It is especially beneficial if extra detergent has been used to remove heavy soils. AUTOMATIC SECOND RINSE Your washer allows you to add an auto- matic second rinse to the ULTRA CLEAN Cycle or PERMANENT PRESS Cycle. Simply set the RINSE OPTIONS Control on ,?ND RIN[...]

SELF-CLEANING LINT FILTER TRIPLE ACTION'" AGITATOR 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 [...]

UNDERSTANDING NORMAL WASHER SOUNDS Your new washer may make sounds that your old orle 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 set- ting for a small wash load, your washer has [...]

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. NOTE: Pouring too much fabric softener into the dispenser will cause the fabric softener to dispense instantly into the load due to siphoning action. This instant &[...]

UNDERSTANDING WHAT HAPPENS IN EACH CYCLE ULTRA CLEAN F_--_ Fill t° selected level Wash selected time [)rain - no spin Spin Fill to selected level Rinse [)rain - no spin Spin Off or 2ND RINSE PERMANENT PRESS Fill to selected level Wash selected time Partial Drain Pause Fill for cool down Wash Drain - no spin Spin Fill to selected level Rinse Drain [...]

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. • Tur[...]

LOADING 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 r[...]

CLEANIiNG YOUR WASHER Proper care of your washer can extend its life. This section explains how to care for your washer properly and safely. Exterior Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills with a soft, damp cloth or sponge as they occur. Occasionally wipe the outside of the washer to keep it looking like new. Do not put sharp or metal objects [...]

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 page 37. Problem Possible Cause Solution Washer Leaks Household plumbing is leaking. Repair plumbing. Inlet hoses not tight. Tighten hoses (see "INSTALLATION," Sections D &am[...]

Problem Possible Cause Solution Won't IDrain/ Low voltage or using Check electrical source or call Won't ',,Spin/ an extension cord. electrician. Do not 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 Fill/ 3[...]

Problem Possible Cause Solution Machine Power cord not plugged in. Plug in power cord. Stops No power at plug. Check electrical source or call electrician. Fuse blown or circuit 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. Tur[...]

Problem Possible Cause Solution Tearing Overloading. Improper Loads should move freely during use of washer, wash. Wash smaller loads. Improper use of chlorine Do not pour chlorine bleach directly bleach. Undiluted bleach on load. Wipe up bleach spills. will damage fabrics. Sharp items not removed Clean out pockets before washing. from pockets; fas[...]

KENMORE WASHERS We Service What We Sell "We Service What We Sell" is our assurance you can depend on Sears for service. Your washer has added value when yo_ consider that Sears has service units nationwide, staffed with professional technicians specifically trained on Sears appliances and having parts, tools and equipment to ensure that w[...]

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