Kenmore 11098752790 washer/dryer laundry system User Manual

Owner's Manual and

Installation Instructions

24-Inch Wide

LAUNDRY CENTER

Washer • Gas Dryer

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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.

PART NO. 3405594 PRINTED IN U.S.A.

WARNING:Foryour safetythe informationinthis manual

mustbe followed to minimizethe risk of fire or explosion

or to prevent propertydamage,personalinjury,or death.

• Donot store or usegasolineor otherflammablevaporsand

liquids inthe vicinityof this or any otherappliance.

WHATTODOIFYOUSMELLGAS

• Donot try to lightanyappliance.

• Do nottouch any electricalswitch;do notuseanyphonein

yourbuilding.

• Clearthe room, building,or areaof all occupants.

• Immediatelycall yourgas supplierfrom a neighbor'sphone.

Followthe gassupplier'sinstructions.

• If youcannotreachyourgas supplier,callthefire department.

Installationand servicemustbe performedby a qualified

installer,service agency,or the gassupplier.

BEFORE USINGYOUR NEW LAUNDRY CENTER

SEARS LAUNDRY CENTER WARRANTY

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - WASHER

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - DRYER

LAUNDRY TIPS

REMOVING STAINS

CARING FOR YOUR LAUNDRY CENTER

TROUBLESHOOTING - WASHER

TROUBLESHOOTING - DRYER

SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

Please read this manual. It will help you

install and operate your new Kenmore

Laundry Center in the safest and most

economical way.

If you need more information about the

care and operation of Kenmore appliances

call your nearest Sears store. You will

need the complete model and serial

numbers when requesting information.

Your laundry center's model and serial

numbers 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 Laundry Center.

Model No.

Serial No.

Date of Purchase

Model and Serial

NumberPlate

Keep this book and your Sears

Salescheck (receipt) in a safe

place for future reference.

Full OneYearWarranty on

Mechanical and Electrical Parts

Foroneyearfrom the date of purchase,

if this laundry center is installed and

operated according to the instructions in

this manual, Sears will repair or replace

any of its mechanical or electrical parts

if they are defective in material or

workmanship.

NOTE: Exhausting your laundry center

with a plastic vent may void this warranty.

Pages 28-32 of this manual describe the

complete exhaust requirements for this

laundry center.

Limited Five Year Warranty on

Gearcase Parts

After one year and until five years from

the date of purchase, Sears will replace

any gearcase parts that are defective in

material or workmanship. You must pay

the labor cost to have them installed.

Limited Ten Year Warranty on

Plastic Tub

After one year and until ten years from

the date of purchase, Sears will furnish

a replacement plastic tub for any plastic

tub that is defective in material or work-

manship. You must pay the labor cost to

have the plastic tub installed.

Warranty Restriction

If the laundry center is operated for any

purpose other than Private Family Use,

all warranty coverage is effective for only

90 days.

Warranty Service

Warranty service is available by contact-

ing your nearest Sears Service Center in

the United States.

This warranty applies only while this laundr_

center is in use in the United States.

This warranty gives you specific legal

rights, and you may also have other rights

which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA,

Hoffman Estates, IL 60179.

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.

YOUR SAFETY IS IMPORTANT TO US

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire,

electric, shock, or injury to persons when

using your laundry center, follow basic

precautions, including the following:

• Read all instructions before using

the laundry center.

• Do not wash or dry articles that have

been previously cleaned in, washed in,

soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-

cleaning solvents, or other flammable

or explosive substances as they give

off vapors that could ignite or explode.

• Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning

solvents, or other flammable or explosive

substances to the wash water. These

substances give off vapors that could

ignite or explode.

• Under certain conditions, hydrogen

gas may be produced in a hot water

system that has not been used for more

than 2 weeks. HYDROGEN GAS IS

EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system

has not been used for more than 2

weeks, turn on all hot water faucets

and let the water flow from each for

several minutes before using the

washing machine. This will release any

accumulated hydrogen gas. Because

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 laundry center. Close supervision of

children is necessary when the laundry

center is used near children.

• Before the laundry center is removed

from service or discarded, remove the

washer lid and dryer door.

• Do not reach into the washer if the tub

or agitator is moving.

• Do not reach into the dryer if the drum

is moving.

• Do not install or store this laundry

center where it will be exposed to

the weather.

• Do not tamper with controls.

• Do not repair or replace any part of the

laundry center 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.

• Do not use fabric softeners or products

to eliminate static unless recommended

by the manufacturer of the fabric softener

or product.

• Do not use heat to dry articles containing

foam rubber or similarly textured rubber-

like materials.

• Clean lint screen before or after each

load.

• Keep area around the exhaust opening

and adjacent surrounding areas free

from the accumulation of lint, dust, and

dirt.

• The interior of the machine and exhaust

vent should be cleaned periodically by

qualified service personnel.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT: The gas installation must conform with local codes, or in the

absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1.

The laundry center must be electrically grounded in accordance with local

codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code,

ANSI/NFPA 70.

INSTALLATION OVERVIEW

For a complete list of tools and parts

needed, see pages 6-12.

A. SELECT LOCATION

FOR YOUR LAUNDRY CENTER (pgs. 14-19)

Laundry Tub Drain System (p. 15)

Floor Drain System (p. 16)

Standpipe Drain System (p. 16)

Recessed Area/Closet Installation

Instructions (pgs. 17-18)

B. INSTALL LEVELING LEGS (p. 20)

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Parts Needed:

(supplied with laundry center)

2 rear leveling legs 2 front leveling legs

C. REMOVE STYROFOAM PACKING (p. 20)

Yellow card

D. CONNECT DRAIN HOSE (pgs. 21-22)

PUSH

Tools Needed:

Parts Needed:

(supplied with laundry center)

Pliers that open _"_'- _-_

to 19/1_inches !

Flashlight (optional

depending on installation)

1 silver, double-

1 yellow, single-wire wire hose clamp

hose clamp (top of (bottom of drain

drain hose) hose)

E. CONNECT INLET HOSES TO LAUNDRY CENTER (pgs. 22-23)

Tools Needed:

Parts Needed:

(supplied with laundry center)

Pliers that open _..._- \ \k_

to lg/16 inches

Flashlight (optional

depending on installation)

2 water inlet hoses

4 flat water inlet hose washers

F. CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WATER FAUCETS (p. 23)

Tools Needed:

Pliers that open

to19"o inches _!_'OR _J

Bucket

(optional

depending on

installation)

Flashlight (optional

depending on installation)

Parts Needed:

(supplied with laundry center)

2 water inle_

G. SECURE CABLE BRACKET (p. 24)

Tools Needed:

Wire

cutter.'; _

Ill Flat-bladed or Flashlight

#2, Phillips-head (optional depending

Drill screwdriver on installation)

Parts Needed:

(4SuitrablWeSfor _}) ? _) _)

your installation) _

Cable bracket dll

(supplied with

laundry center)

14.SECURE DRAIN HOSE (p. 24)

Tools Needed:

Flashlight (optional

depending on installation)

Parts Needed:

(suppliedwithlaundry center)

Plastic strap

I. LEVEL LAUNDRY CENTER (p. 25)

Flashlight (optional

depending on installation)

Tools Needed:

%e-inch _Level

(_ open-end wrench

Wood block

Parts Needed:

(supplied with laundry center)

2 front leveling legs

(installed previously)

J. INSTALL GAS LINE (pgs. 25-27)

Tools Needed:

Parts Needed:

8-inch Pipe joint

or 10-inch compound

pipe wrench resistant to

LP. gas

Flashlight (optional

depending on installation)

Do not use pipe

joint compound

3/8-inch male pipe flare

(optional depending

on installation)

Use pipe joint

compound

1/2-inchto

3/8-inch pipe

reducer

Rigid gas supply line approved for

natural gas use (NOTE: additional

fittings may be required)

K. CONNECT EXHAUST (pgs. 28-32)

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Tools Needed:

Tin snips

Flashlight (optional Flat-bladed

depending on installation) screwdriver

4-inch rigid or flexible

heavy metal vent

Parts Needed:

4-inch metal elbow(s)

(optional depending

on installation)

4-inch outlet

exhaust hood

(4) 4-inch

diameter clamps

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

It is your responsibility:

• To contact a qualified electriical installer.

• To assure that the electrical installation

is adequate and in conformance with

the National Electrical Code, ANSI/

NFPA 70 - Latest Edition and all local

codes and ordinances.

Copies of the code standards listed

above may be obtained from:

National Fire Protection Association

Batterymarch Park

Quincy, Massachusetts 02269

The proper electrical connection

ensures a safe installation that

meets; local code requirements.

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3-prong

outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions

can result in death, fire,, or

electrical shock.

• A 1?.0-volt, 60-Hz., AC-only, 15- or

20-ampere fused electrical supply

is required.

• A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is

recommended. Be sure fuse or circuit

breaker matches the rating of your line.

• Use a separate circuit serving only

you=rlaundry center.

• Do not use an extension cord.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be grounded.

In the event of malfunction or break-

down, grounding will reduce the risk

of electric shock by providing a path

of least resistance for electric current.

This appliance is equipped with a cord

having an equipment-grounding con-

ductor and a grounding plug. The plug

must be plugged into an appropriate

outlet that is properly installed and

grounded in accordance with all local

codes and ordinances.

WARNING: Improper connection of

the equipment-grounding conductor

can result in a risk of electric shock.

Check with a qualified electrician

or serviceman if you are in doubt as

to whether the appliance is properly

grounded. Do not modify the plug

provided with the appliance -if it

will not fit the outlet, have a proper

outlet installed.

A. SELECT LOCATION FOR

YOUR LAUNDRY CENTER

Selecting the proper location

for your laundry center will improve

its performance, make installation

easier and minimize concerns like

washer walk or noise,

Check location where laundry center

will be installed. Proper installation is

your responsibility. Make sure you

have everything necessary for correct

installation (see pages 15-16).

This laundry center carl be installed

using one of three systems:

• Laundry tub drain system (p. 15)

• Standpipe drain system (p. 16)

• Floor drain system (p. 16)

This laundry center must not be installed

where it can be exposed to water and/or

weather.

• Proper operation of washer cycles

requires temperatures above 32°F

(at lower temperature.';, some water

may remain in washer). See page 53

for Winterizing Information.

• Proper operation of dryer cycles

requires temperatures above 45°F (at

lower temperatures, the dryer may not

shut off at the end of automatic cycles

and drying times well be extended).

• LIse at least the minimum installation

spacings described on page 18. This

will ensure you have an adequate

clearance for service and proper

operation including flow of combustion

and ventilation air, and that you have

a sufficient distance from combustible

construction.

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors,

such as gasoline, away from dryer.

Failure to do so can result in death,

explosion, or fire.

• Be sure your location allows for a

proper exhaust installation. A gas dryer

must be exhausted to the outdoors.

See pages 28-32 for complete exhaust

requirements.

• Check code requirements. Some

codes limit or do not permit installation

of laundry centers in garages, closets,

mobile homes, or sleeping quarters.

Contact your local building inspector.

LAUNDRY TUB DRAIN SYSTEM

Grounded receptacle:

Within 31/2feet of either

side of laundry center.

Hot and cold water faucets: Must

provide water pressure between 5-100

psi and be within 4 feet of the hot and

cold water fill valves attached to the back

of the laundry center.

Laundry tub drain

system: Needs a

minimum 20-gallon

laundry tub.

Support: Floor must

be sturdy enough to

support a total weight

of 500 pounds

(includes laundry

center and load

weight).

Level floor:

Maximum allowable

slope under entire

laundry center-

1-inch.

Shut-off valve:

No further than

6 feet away from

laundry center.

Rigid gas supply

line: Approved for

natural gas use.

Top of tub must be at

least 39 inches above

floor and no higher than

96 inches from bottom

of laundry center.

ALTERNATE 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 laundry center.

Floor drain system: Requires a siphon

break, see chart below. A minimum carry-

away capacity of 17 gallons per minute is

required.

If you have: You may need to buy:

Laundry tub or standpipe Sump pump system

taller than 96 inches (if not already available)

1-inch diameter standpipe 2-inch diameter to 1-inch diameter

standpipe adapter, Part No. 3363920

Overhead sewer Standard 20 gallon, 39-inch tall drain

tub or utility sink and sump pump

(available from local plumbing suppliers)

Floor drain Siphon break, Part No. 285320;

additional drain hose, Part No. 3357090;

and connector kit, Part No. 285442

Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center.

Call 1-800°366-PART (1-800-366-7278).

RECESSED AREA/CLOSET

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Check governing codes and ordinances.

This laundry center may be installed in a

recessed area or closet.

The laundry center must not be installed

where it can be exposed to water and/or

weather.

• Proper operation of washer cycles

requires temperatures above 32°F

(at lower temperatures, some water

may remain in washer). See page 53

for Winterizing Information.

• Proper operation of dryer cycles

requires temperatures above 45°F (at

lower temperatures, the dryer may not

shut off at the end of automatic cycles

and drying times will be extended).

• Use at least the minimum installation

spacings described on page 18. This

will ensure you have an adequate

clearance for service and proper

operation including flow of ,combustion

and ventilation air, and thai: you have

a sufficient distance from combustible

construction.

• Be sucreyour location allows for a

proper exhaust installation. A gas dryer

must be exhausted to the outdoors.

See pages 28-32 for complete exhaust

requirements.

• Check code requirements. Some

codes limit or do not permit installation

of lau_ndrycenters in garages, closets,

mobile homes or sleeping quarters.

Contact your local building inspector.

Laundry Center Dimensions

Most installations will require at least

5-inch clearance behind the dryer for

the dryer vent.

Location must be large enough to fully

open dryer door.

153/8"

713/4"

NOTE:: No fuel burning appliances

may be installed in the same closet

as your laundry center.

MINIMUM INSTALLATION SPACING

• The installation spacing (shown below)

is in inches and is the minimum allowable.

• Additional spacing should be considered

for ease of installation and servicing.

• 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.

° Recessed area and closet installations

require a 6-inch minimum clearance

above the laundry center.

° All installations must be exhausted

outside. Use at least the minimum

dimensions indicated.

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**48 sq.in.-

minimum

ventilation

area

**24 sq.in. j,

_,.._ minimum- __

._.[

ventilation

,.. _ _.. area

-'_1"' min J-_. 271/4"-_ I_- **'51/2 "

(oooR.oTshow.) ioooRs.ow.) (.oo w..

* Additionalclearancesforwall, doorandfloor moldingsmayberequired.

** Openingisminimumforclosetdoor.Louvereddoerwithequivalentair openings

isacceptable.

*** Additionalspaceisneededwhenexternalexhaustelbowisused,Canbe0"clearance

whenhouseexhaustingislinedupdirectlywithdryerexhaust.

MOBILE HOME REQUIREMENTS

The laundry center must not be installed

where it can be exposed to water and/or

weather.

• Prope; operation of washer cycles

requires temperatures above 32°F

(at lower temperatures, some water

may remain in washer). See; page 53

for Winterizing Information.

• Proper operation of dryer cycles

requires temperatures above 45°F (at

lower temperatures, the dryer may not

shut off at the end of automatic cycles

and drying times will be extended).

• Use at least the minimum installation

spacings described on page 18. This

will ensure you have an adequate

clearance for service and proper

operation including flow of combustion

and w.=ntilation air, and that you have

a sufficient distance from combustible

construction.

• Special provisions must be made

for the introduction of outside air into

the laundry center when installed in a

mobile home. The area of any opening

for the introduction of outside air (such

as a nearby window) should be at least

twice as large as the laundry center

exhaust opening.

This laundry center is suitable for mobile

home installations. The installation must

conform to the Manufactured Home

Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24

CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal

Standard for Mobile Homes Construction

and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280).

• Laundry center exhaust vent must

not be connected with screws or other

devices which extend into the interior

of the; vent.

• A gas laundry center must be exhausted

outdoors. The exhaust vent must be

securely fastened to a noncombustible

portion of the mobile home structure

and must not terminate beneath the

mobile home.

Floor /

Outside

wall

/ Enclosure

For mobile home use, gas laundry centers

must be securely fastened to the floor.

Order Mobile Home Installation Kit

346764 from your Sears store or Sears

Service Center. Kit includes the neces-

sary fastening hardware and detailed

installation instructions. Exhaust system

hardware is also available through your

Sears store or Sears Service Center.

B. INSTALL LEVELING LEGS

To install rear legs:

STEP 1. If you have not already done

so, lay the laundry center on its side.

Because of the weight of the laundry

center, two people should lay it down.

STEP 2. Push legs into holes in rear

corners until they snap into place.

To install front legs:

STEP 1. Screw front legs into the holes

in the triangular braces in front corners.

Screw them in with an adjustable wrench

to the diamond marks on the ridges.

STEP 3. Check adjustability of rear legs,

by pushing in one leg. The other leg

should come out. Check both legs.

I1:they do not adjust, repeat STEP 2.

STEP 2. Carefully stand the laundry

center upright. Because of the weight

of the laundry center, two people

should lift it.

C. REMOVE STYROFOAM

PACKING

To prevent floor damage, set laundry

center onto cardboard before moving

across floor.

Move laundry center close to its final

location.

STEP 1. Open the washer lid. The latch

under the dryer will keep the lid open.

Read, then remove the yellow card on

the agitator.

Yellowcard

STEP 2. Pull the styrofoam packing out

of the washer.

D. 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, thi:s 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

1/4-inch from the end.

c. Open clamp. Twist hose back and forth

while pushing onto drain connector on

the side of the laundry center. Continue

until hose contacts the ribbed stops

on the cabinet.

AND

PUSH

d. Place clamp over area marked

"CLAM_ Release clamp.

stops

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 clogginq your drain Drain protector, Part No. 367031

Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center.

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

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

E. CONNECT INLET HOSES

TO LAUNDRY CENTER

Proper connection of your inlet

hoses will allow hot and cold water

to enter your laundry center properly.

It also helps prevent water damage

due to leaks.

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.

To prevent drain water from going back

into the washer:

• Do not straighten hooked end of drain

hose and force excess drain hose into

standpipe.

• Do not lay excess drain hose in bottom

of laundry tub.

Slip and Fall Hazard

Use new water inlet hoses.

Failure to do so can result in head

injury or broken bones.

NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after five

years of use to reduce the risk of hose

failure. Periodically inspect and replace

inlet hoses if you find bulges, kinks, cuts,

wear, or leaks. 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.

Flat

washer

Hos8

¢0upling

STEP 2. Attach the hose with the red

coupling to the hot water (bottom) inlet

valve. Attaching the red coupling first

makes it easier to tighten connection

with pliers. Screw on coupling by hand.

Make an additional two-thirds turn with

pliers to tighten coupling. DO NOT

OVERTIGHTEN; this could damage

the valves.

__Cold

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.

F. CONNECT INLET HOSES

TO WATER FAUCETS

STEP 1. Make sure washer basket is

empty. Run water through both faucets

into a bucket or laundry tub to get rid of

particles in the water lines that might

clog hoses. Determine which faucet is

hot and which is cold. Mark the hot water

faucet.

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 to faucet by hand.

Make an additional two-thirds turn with

pliers to tighten coupling. DO NOT

OVERTIGHTEN; this could damage

the coupling.

STEP 4. Turn on water faucets and

check for leaks. A small amount of

water will enter the washer. You will

drain this later.

If you have: You will need to buy:

Wateir faucets beyond the 2 longer water fill hoses: 6 ft. hoses,

reach of water fill hoses Part No. 76314 or 10 ft. hoses,

Part No. 350008

Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center.

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

G. SECURE CABLE BRACKET

STEP 1. Cut the plastic strap securing

the cable wire bracket to the power

supply cord. Do not cut cable. Remove

the power supply cord from the bracket.

Discard plastic strap.

H. SECURE DRAIN HOSE

Securing the drain hose properly will

protect your floors from damage due

to water leakage.

STEP 1. Move laundry center to its

final location.

STEP 2. Use the plastic strap from

the parts bag to wrap the drain hose

together with the laundry tub or stand-

pipe. Secure plastic strap.

STEP 2. Mark the hole locations on the

wall where the bracket will be installed.

Prepare mounting holes suitable for your

wall construction.

STEP 3. Attach the cable wire bracket

to a board and mount on the wall. Check

that bracket is secure. For some instal-

I,ations it may be easier to make the gas

and exhaust vent connections before

attaching cable bracket to wall.

NOTE: Screws to attach the cable bracket

have not been providecl because of the

w_riation of wall surfaces. Select the

correct type of fasteners for your type

of wall construction.

If the water faucets and drain standpipe

are recessed, put hooked end of drain

hose in standpipe. Tightly wrap the

plastic strap around the drain hose

and water inlet hoses (not the handles

or stems). Secure plastic strap.

i,:j

I. LEVEL LAUNDRY CENTER J. INSTALL GAS LINE

Leveling your laundry center

properly prevents excessive

noise and vibration.

STEP 1. Check levelness o! the

laundry center by placing a level on

top of Lhewasher, first side-to-side;

then front-to-back.

STEP 2. If laundry center is not level,

prop up the front of the laundry center

and adjust the front legs up or down as

necessary. Lower laundry center. Repeat

STEP 2 until the laundry center is level.

The proper gas connection ensures

a safe installation that meets local

code requirements.

GAS REQUIREMENTS

Explosion Hazard

Use a new AGA approved gas

supply line.

Connect laundry center to a regulated

gas supply with a shut-off valve.

L.P. gas supply pressure must not

exceed 13" water column.

Securely tighten all gas connections.

Failure to follow these instructions

can result in death, explosion, or fire.

It is your responsibility to contact a

qualified gas line installer to ensure

you have natural gas.

• The design of this laundry center has

been certified by the American Gas

Association for use at altitudes up to

2,000 feet above sea level at the B.T.U.

rating indicated on the model/serial

number plate. Burner input adjustments

are not required when the laundry

center is operated up to this level.

• When installed above 2,000 feet,

a four percent (4%) reduction of the

burner B.T.U. rating shown on the

model/serial number plate is required

for each 1,000 foot increase in eleva-

tion. For assistance when converting

to other gas types and/or installing

above 2,000 feet elevation contact

your local service company.

• Make certain this laundry center has the

correct burner for the type of gas in your

home. Burner information is located on

the rating plate in the door well of your

dryer. If this information does not agree

with the type of gas available, contact

your local Sears store or Sears Service

Center. Any change to the burner must

be made by a qualified installer.

• Provide a gas supply of 1/2-inch pipe

to your laundry center.

• If your laundry center has been

converted to use LR gas, 3/8-inch

L.R-compatible copper tubing may be

used. If the total length of the supply

line is more than 20 feet, use larger

pipe. Pipe joint compounds that resist

the action of L.P. gas, must be used.

Do not use teflon tape.

0,This laundry center is equipped with its

own permanent, flexible gas connector,

design-certified by the American Gas

Association, for connecting the laundry

center to the gas supply line.

• A combination of pipe fittings must

be used to connect the laundry center

to the existing gas line.

%-inchNPTplugged

3/8-inchmalethreaded tapping

COnneC_

/ Ga .,ut-

/ _/o.z..hl offvalve

Reduceror /z ,.u. ga_

connector supplyline

•The gas supply must have a shut.-off

valve. The valve should be in the same

room as the laundry center, within six

feet. The location should be easy to

reach for opening and closing the valve.

• A %-inch NPT plugged tapping,

accessible for test gauge connection,

must be installed immediately upstream

of the gas supply connection to the

laundry center.

• To ensure proper combustion and

ventilation, the laundry center instal-

lation should adhere to the minimum

recommended clearances. See page 18.

• For mobile home installation, see

page 19 for more instructions.

• The laundry center must be discon-

nected from the gas supply piping

system during any pressure testing

of that system at test pressures in

excess of 1/2psig.

Flexible gas

connector

CONNECT LAUNDRY CENTER

TO GAS; LINE

STEP 1. Remove the red cap from

the gas pipe. Move the laundry, center

to its final position.

STEP 2. Connect gas supply to laundry

center. Use a wrench to tighten. For

gas connections you must use, pipe joint

compound resistant to the action of

L.P. gas. Apply pipe joint compound

to the non-flared male threads only.

There should be a natural loop in the

flexible £1asconnector. The flexible gas

connector must not be twisted, kinked

or attach=ed with any sharp bends.

STEP 3. Open the shut-off valve in the

supply line. The valve is open when the

handle is parallel to the gas pipe.

STEP 4. Test all the connections by

brushing on a soapy water solution

(liquid detergent also works well).

Bubbles will show a leak. Correct

any leak found. Never test for gas

leaks with a flame.

CORRECT

tl.

WRONG

K. CONNECT EXHAUST

A properly exhausted laundry center

will give you the shortest drying time,

lower your utility bi!l, and extend the

life of the laundry center.

ROUTE THE VENT

Typical installations exhaust from the

rear of the laundry center.

Avoid pushing the laundry center tightly

against a wall. This can crush or kink the

vent. Use the straightest path you can,

where possible. Avoid 90° turns.

Fire Hazard

Use a heavy metal vent.

Do not use a plastic vent.

Do not use a metal foil vent.

Failure to follow these instructions

can result in death or fire.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire,

this dryer must be exhausted outdoors.

• Use a heavy metal vent.

• Do not use a plastic vent.

• Do not use a metal foil vent.

• Do not exhaust laund_ center into

a chimney, a wall, a ceiling, or a

concealed space of a building.

• The diameter of the heavy metal vent

must be 4 inches.

• Do not use an exhaust hood with a

magnetic latch.

• If using an existing exhaust system,

disconnect vent from the laundry center

and clean one section at a time until you

reach the exhaust hood. To clean out

lint, you can use the hose attachment

on your vacuum or, use, a pole or wire

with a feather duster or rag attached.

• Make sure exhaust hood is not plugged

with lint. Follow the instructions in this

section to reinstall your vent system.

Rear exhaust installations for standard

offset connections - (see pgs. 30-31)

Rear exhaust installations for offset

connections with close clearances -

(see p. 32)

1-his laundry center may be converted

o exhaust out the right or left side. To

;onvert the laundry center, one of the

following kits MUST be used.

Side Exhaust Kit No. 3391335 (white)

Side Exhaust Kit No. 3391336 (almond)

Follow the instructions in the kit to

avoid operational and personal hazards.

These kits are available at your local

Sears store or Sears Service Center.

Typical installations for left or right side

exhausting

DETERMINE VENT LENGTH

Maximum Exhaust Lengths:

• Rear Exhaust. The maximum length

of the rear exhaust system depends

on the type of vent, the number of

elbows and the type of exhaust hood.

Refer to the chart below.

• Side Exhaust. Side exhaust adds

a 90 ° turn inside the laundry center.

To determine maximum exhaust

length, add one 90° turn to the chart.

EXHAUST HOOD TYPE

Number of Maximum length of 4-inch

90° Turns diameter rigid heavy metal vent.

0 36 ft. 34 ft. 29 ft.

1 26 ft. 24 ft. 20 ft.

2 16ft. 14ft. 12ft.

Number of Maximum length of 4-inch

90° Turns diameterflexible heavy metalvent.

0 22 ft. 21 ft. 16 ft.

1 16ft. 15ft. 10ft.

2 8ft. 7ft. 2ft.

NOTE: Avoid pushing the laundry center

tightly against a wall. This can crush or

kink the vent. Use the straightest path you

can, where possible, to avoid 90° turns.

STANDARD OFFSET

CONNECTIONS

Using 4-inch rigid heavy metal vent:

NOTE: Do not secure exhaust vent

joints with screws. Screws can catch

lint and slow the drying process.

Instead, use clamps to secure exhaust

vent joints.

STEP 1. Install a 4-inch metal elbow

on the hood and on the laundry center's

exhaust outlet.

STEP 2. Measure the length of 4-inch

rigid heavy metal vent needed to connect

the two elbows.

Dryer Wall

.,_ Elbow

:::7_=_ tape&

T 0,am,

STEP 2

L_ Elbow

_L] _'_ Exhaust

II hood

The vent usually comes in 2-foot lengths.

Use tin snips to cut the vent 3 inches

longer than your measurement in order

to make a connection.

STEP 3. Place a clamp on each end of

vent elbow and connect elbow to your

laundry center's exhaust outlet. Tape the

joint with duct tape. Tighten clamp.

STEP 4. Connect vent to elbow. Tape

the joint with duct tape. Tighten clamp.

STEP 5. Install one end of elbow on

vent, the other end to the exhaust hood.

Tape joints and tighten clamps.

NOTE: Once the exhaust vent is con-

nected and the laundry center is in its

final location, check to make sure the

laundry center is still level (see section

"1';LEVEL LAUNDRY CENTER).

Finish Installation. See "REVIEW

INSTALLATION" on page 33.

Using 4-.inch flexible heavy metal vent:

NOTE: I)o not secure exhaust vent

joints with screws. Screws can catch lint

and slow the drying process. Instead,

use clamps to secure exhaust vent joints.

STEP 1. Install a 4-inch metal elbow

on the exhaust hood and, if necessary,

on the laundry center's exhaust outlet.

STEP 2. Measure the length of 4-inch

flexible heavy metal vent needed from

the laundry center to the hood.

Dryer__

Flexible ._

heavy

metalvent

Ducttape--..

&clamps

---- Wall

Elbow

,,7 (optional)

Duct

_ _..tape &

clamps

.ISTEP 2

_.i Elbow

_" Exhaust

hood

STEP 3. Add 10 inches to the measure-

ment for each bend in the vent.

STEP 4. Add 3 more inches to the

measurement for connection over the

laundry center's exhaust outlet and

hood.

STEP 5• Place a clamp on each end of

vent elbow. Install one end of elbow on

vent, the other end to the exhaust hood.

Tape joints and tighten clamps.

STEP 6. Stretch the vent only as

needed by pulling out from the center

in each direction. Do not stretch vent

sections over 6 feet. If distance is more

than 6 feet, use 2 or more sections of

rigid metal vent with flexible metal vent

attached at ends.

STEP 7. Connect the vent directly to the

laundry center's exhaust outlet or to a

separate elbow. Tape the joints with duct

tape. Secure with clamps.

STEP 8. To fit the vent over the duct on

the hood it may be necessary to make

two 1/2-inch cuts in the end of the vent to

allow it to expand.

NOTE: Once the exhaust vent is con-

nected and the laundry center is in its

final location, check to make sure the

laundry center is still level (see section

"1':LEVEL LAUNDRY CENTER).

Finish Installation. See "REVIEW

INSTALLATION" on page 33.

'OFFSET CONNECTIONS WITH

CLOSE CLEARANCES

When your exhaust vent is in a close

clearance behind the liaundry center, or

if you are installing your laundry center

in a recessed area or closet, you will find

it helpful to install the exhaust vent by

using a loop system• A kit is available

from your local Sears store or Sears

Service Center•

NOTE: Vent systems come in many

varieties• Select the type that best

fits your installation. Three of the

most common types of installations

are illustrated here.

LOOP SYSTEM

Loop system

with standard elbows

PERISCOPE SYSTEM

Loop system with one offset

and one standard elbow

",'. ...... t

.;:2-2.........

Vent system

with one periscope

(2-inch clearance) ", !

REVIEW INSTALLATION

Take a few minutes to complete

this checklist. It will help assure you

that you have a proper installation

and will increase your satisfaction

with your Kenmore laundry center.

[] 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.

• Installed all parts listed on

pages 6-12.

[] Check that the laundry center

is level.

[] Check that the water faucets are

turned on.

[] Ensure that laundry center is

positioned in its final location. Make

sure vent is not crushed or kinked.

FINAL STEPS

[] Plug the power supply cord into

the grounded outlet or power supply.

[3 Turn power supply on.

[] Wipe the interior of the dryer drum

thoroughly with a damp cloth to

remove any dust.

[] Remove the blue protective film on

the console and any tape remaining

on laundry center.

[] Take a few minutes and read the

Operating Instructions (pages 34-43)

to fully understand your new laundry

center.

[]

Start the washer and allow it to

complete the HEAVY DUTY Cycle.

To remove air from the gas line, set the

dryer on a full heat cycle (not the AIR

DRY cycle) for 20 minutes. After five

minutes, open dryer door. The burner

should have ignited during these five

minutes. If you do not feel heat, turn

the dryer off and WAIT 5 MINUTES.

During these 5 minutes check to be

sure laundry center gas supply valve is

open. Repeat steps above. If the burner

still does not ignite, see Troubleshooting

information on pages 58-59.

To get the maximum cleaning and

fabric care from your washer, please

read and follow these instructions.

Explosion 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 oi_ on it (including

cooking oils).

Failure to follow these instructions

can result in death, explosion,

or fire.

STARTING YOUR WASHER

STEP 1. Add measured detergent

directly into washer basket. Then place

a load of sorted clothes in the washer.

STEP 2. Close washer lid.

STEP 3. Set WATER LEVEL Control O

based on the size of your wash load

(see page 35).

STEP 4. Set WATER TEMP Control _)

(see page 35).

STEP 5. Push the Cycle Selector

Control (Timer) Knob_ in and turn

to the right to desired cycle and time

(see pages 36-37).

STEP 6. Pull the Cycle Selector Control

(Timer) Knob out. The dial will rotate

as the cycle progresses. The knob will

not rotate.

STOPPING/RESTARTING

YOUR WASHER

• lo stop the washer at any time, push

the Cycle Selector Control (Timer)

Knob in.

• Pull the knob out to restart.

PUSH & TURNCLOC_ 1"0SET

HEAVY DUTY

PERMANENT

PRESS

WATER TEMP WATER LEVEL

MEDIUM

LOAD

SHORT 8 --

REGDLAR 10-

SUPER 12-

SOAK_

KNIT/DELICATE

;ET WAI"ER LEVEL CONTROL

Fhis control gives you the flexibility to

_ave water when washing small loads.

(our washer lets you select a water

;etting based on the size of your wash

oad.

, 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.

,To change to a higher water level

setting after the washer has started to

agitate, turn the knob to the desired

new setting.

WATER LEVEL

MEDIUM

LOAD

RESF_

SET WATER TEMPERATURE

CONTROL

Your washer lets you select a wash

and rinse water temperature setting

based on the type of load you are

washing.

• Using warm rinse water will leave

loads drier after the spin cycle than

if you use cold rinse water. However,

warm rinses may increase wrinkling

when line drying.

• In cold climates, warm rinse water also

provides a more comfortable temperature

for handling the wash load.

WATER TEMP

WARM WARM

COLD WARM

COLDe@o 0T

COLD COLD

SELECTING WATER TEMPERATURES

Wash Water

Temperature Suggested Fabrics Comments

HOT • Workclothes • Best cleaningfor heavily soiled items

120°F or above • Sturdy whites/ • Removes oils, perspiration, greasy soils

colorfast pastels and stains

• Diapers • Prevents graying or yellowing

WARM

90°-110°1-

COLD*

70°-90°F

• Dark/non-colorfast colors

• Permanent press items

• Nylon, polyester, acrylics,

silks, woolens

• Knits/delicate fabrics

• Extra-sensitive colors

• Non-colorfast items

• Hand washables

*In wash water temperatures colder than 70°F

• Best for moderately soiled to lightly soiled items

• Safe for most fabric finishes

• Less fading and dye bleeding

• Reduces wrinkling

• Best for verylightly soiled items

• Saves hot water

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.

SETTING YOUR CYCLE

SELECTOR CONTROL (TIMER)

Use this control to choose the agitation

time and to start the washer. Each cycle

is designed with the wash and spin speeds

that are appropriate lor the fabrics and

soil levels in your wash load.

• For heavy soil and sturdy fabrics,

use the full time (SUPER or REGULAR

if indicated).

• For light soil and delicate fabrics,

use less time (SHORT if indicated).

NOTE: Do not wash garments labeled

Hand Wash in your washer. Garments

that are labeled Hand Wash have:

• A fiber or construction that is

sensitive to agitation.

• Sensitive dyes that may bleed.

Follow care label directions for drying.

Items that may shrink should be dried

flat. Block these items by gently stretch-

ing to original measurements. Woolens

tend to shrink more the first time they

are washed b

HEAVY DUTY

Use this cycle to get up to 12 minutes

of wash time for sturdy or heavily soiled

loads.

,,Wash combines fast speed agitation

and fast spin speeds.

PERMANENT PRESS

i i ii

The PERMANENT PRESS Cycle

includes a load cooling process

that reduces wrinkling compared

to other cycles.

You can select up to 10 minutes of

wash time. Wash combines slow speed

agitation and slow spin speeds to reduce

wrinkling.

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 cool water.

KNIT/DELICATE

Use this cycle for lingerie and loosely

knit items. Cycle has up to 8 minutes of

wash time with a pause and soak part way

through for more gentle care of lightly

soiled delicate items. Wash combines

slow speed agitation for gentle soil removal

and slow spin speeds to reduce wrinkling.

SOAK

SOAK Cycle features 4 minutes of fast

speed agitation followed by an unlimited

soak time to help remove heavy soils

and stains that need pretreatment. You

wilAneed to reset the washer to a SPIN

setting to remove water. SOAK Cycle

should be followed by a HEAVY DUTY,

PERMANENT PRESS or PREWASH

Cycle with additional detergent.

NOTE: We do not recommend hot water

for soaking. It may set some stains.

PREWASH

Use this cycle to get up to 4 minutes

of agitation to help remove heavy soils

and stains that need pretreatment.

PREWASH Cycle should be followed

by a HEAVY DUTY or PERMANENT

PRESS Cycle with additional detergent.

HEAVY DUTY

PERMANENT

PRESS

KNIT/DELICATE

:{INSE AND SPIN

Nhen using extra detergent for heavily

_oiled clothes, or washing spe('ial-care

terns, yOLtmay find an extra rinse and

_pin is needed.

3TEP 1. Set WATER LEVEL Control.

_TEP 2. Set WATER TEMP Control.

3TEP 3. Set the Cycle Selector Control

Timer) Knob to a RINSE setting.

,For fast agitation and spin, use the

HEAVY OUTY Cycle.

,For slow agitation and spin, use the

PERMANENT PRESS Cycle.

._TEP 4. Pull Cycle Selector Control

Timer) Knob out to start washer.

HEAVY DUTY

PERMANENT

PRESS

PREWASH--

SOAK_

KNIT fDELICATE

SPIN ONLY

A drain and spin may help shorten drying

times for some heavy fabrics or special-

care items by removing excess water.

STEP 1. Set the Cycle Selector Control

(Timer) Knob to a SPIN setting.

• For fast spin, use the HEAVY DUTY

Cycle.

• For slow spin, use the PERMANENT

PRESS Cycle.

STEP 2. Pull the Cycle Selector Control

(Timer) Knob out to start washer.

HEAVY DUTY

PERMANENT

PRESS

SOAK_

KNIT/DELICATE

SELF-CLEANING LINT FILTER

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'.

DUAL-ACTION" AGITATOR

Kenmore's DUAL-ACTION" Agitator

gives you flexible fabric care for even

your largest loads.

The best cleaning action

in your washer takes place

at the bottom where the

agitator vanes move back

and forth to flex the fabric,

loosening the soil.

The upper portion of the

agitator moves in only

one direction to help you

wash larger loads. The clockwise

rotation of the agitator forces the clothes

on top down to the botlom where most

of the washing action i,._.

UNDERSTANDING NORMAL

WASHER SOUNDS

Your new laundry center's washer may

make sounds that your old washer 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 Wash

When you select a small load size set-

ting 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 a noise as the

gearcase shifts.

UNDER:STANDING WHAT

HAPPENS IN EACH CYCLE

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 -

no spin

Spin

Off

IZ!

HEAVY DUTY

Fill to

selected level

Wash

selected time

Drain -

no spin

Spin

Fill to

selected level

Rinse

Drain -

no spin

Spin

Off

PREWASH

Fill to

selected level

Wash

selected time

Drain -

no spin

Spin

Off

(reset to wash cycle

and time)

KNIT/DELICATE

Fill to

selected level

Wash

Pause

Wash

Drain -

no spin

Spin

Fill to

selected level

Rinse

Drain -

no spin

Spin

off

SOAK

Fill to

selected level

Agitate

Soak

(reset to SPIN to

drain washer)

STARTING YOUR DRYER

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and

vapors, such as gasoline, away

from dryer.

Do not dry anything that has ever

had anything flammable on it (even

after washing).

Failure to follow these instructions

can result in death, explosion,

or fire.

To get the best drying results, you must

operate your dryer properly. This section

gives you this important information.

STEP 1. Check lint screen. Clean if

needed (see page 51).

:STEP 2. Put laundry into dryer and

:shutdoor.

Fire Hazard

No washer can completely

remove oil.

Do not dry anything that has ever

had any type of oil on it (including

cooking oils).

Items containing foam, rubber,

or plastic must be dried on a

clothesline or by using an air cycle.

Failure to follow these instructions

can result in death or fire.

STEP 3. Set Cycle Selector Control

(Timer) O; (see pages 41-42).

STEP 4. Press PUSH TO START DRYER

Button_. Be sure door is closed.

PUSH TO

START DRYER

Cycle Signal

KNIT/DELICATE LOWliEST

HIGHHEATPERMPRESS

NORMAL

AUTO DRY I

AIR DRY z

Lt_ LATCH _"

TIMED DRY

HIGH HEAT

TOUCH UP

STO PP ING/R ESTARTI NG

YOUR DRYER

•To stop the dryer at any time, open

dryer door.

• To restart, press PUSH TO START

DRYER Button. Be sure door is closed.

• If you wish to end your drying cycle,

turn Cycle Selector Control (Timer)

to OFF.

:YCLE DESCRIPTION-

_UTOMATIC DRY CYCLES

he automatic drying cycles

(NIT/DELICATE or PERMANENT

RESS/NORMAL) save you time by

roviding the best drying results

the shortest time.This can help

ou save money on utility bills and

._ducethe risk of fabric damage.

Ise the automatic drying cycles for most

)ads. Drying time varies accor(_ling to

/pe of fabric, size of load, and dryness

etting.

:NIT/DELICATE CYCLE

Use this cycle for most loads of knitted,

delicate or sheer fabrics. Clothes are

dried at low heat. When the dryness

selected is reached, the dryer goes into

a 5-minute (approx.) cool-down period.

_ERMANI=NT PRESS/

|ORMAL CYCLE

Use this cycle for sturdy clothes or

permanent press items. Clothes are

dried at high heat. When the dryness

selected is reached, the dryer goes

into a 10-minute (approx.) cool-down

period.

Jsing Automatic Drying Cycles

Set the Cycle Selector Control (Timer)

to NORMAL DRY (*) which is !good for

most fabrics.

At the end of the cycle, feel the dried

clothes. If they are damp, select MORE

DRY the next time you do a similar load.

If they are overdried, select LESS DRY

the next time you do a similar load.

Dryness is determined by thermostats

that react to the amount of moisture in

the air exhausted from the dryer. Moist

air indicates clothes are still damp. Dry

air indicates that moisture has been

removed.

The End-of-Cycle Signal sounds

once the cycle is completed.

CYCLE DESCRIPTION -

TIMED DRY CYCLES

TIMED DRY CYCLE

Use this cycle to get up to 50 minutes

of heated drying time.

• The heating cycle is followed by a

10-minute (approx.) cool-down period.

• The End-of-Cycle Signal sounds

once the cycle is completed.

TOUCH UP CYCLE

Use this cycle to smooth synthetic and

permanent press clothes that are clean

but wrinkled from being crowded in a

closet or suitcase.

• This setting provides about 15 minutes

of heated tumbling followed by a

10-minute (approx.)cool-down period.

• Remove clothes immediately when

tumbling stops.

KNIT/DELICATE LOW.S_T

HIGH HEAT PERM PRESS

NORMAL

AIR DRY 2

TIMED DRY

10 _ TOUCH UP

USING AIR DRY

Using this cycle gives you all the

benefits of hang drying with a shorter

drying time.

Use the AIR DRY Cycle to get up

to 20 minutes of drying time in room

temperature air. Use this setting for

items that will not tolerate heat such as

plastics and foam rubber. Also use for

airing and fluffing items such as pillows.

AIR DRY

TIMED DRY

HI,_-H HEAT

lo __ TOUCH UP

Refer to the following table for examples

of items that require drying without heat.

Use the AIR DRY Cycle, or place the

items on a line or rack to air dry.

Type of Load

DELICATE FABRICS

Sheer curtains (2 or 3 panels), gauze, lace, etc.

RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE FABRICS

Foam rubber- Pillows, padded bras, stuffed toys

* Make sure coverings are securely stitched.

* Shake and fluff pillows by hand several times during the cycle.

, Make sure pillows are completely dry. Foam rubber pillows

take a long time to dry.

Plastic - Shower curtains, tablecloths

Rubber-backed rugs

Olefin, Polypropylene, sheer nylon

*Reset time, as needed, 1:oallow items to dry completely.

AIR DRY Cycle*

10 rain.

10 min.

20 min.

10 rain.

END-OF-CYCLE SIGNAL SOF%HEA'I'_SYSTEM

Your dryer sounds a signal when

a drying cycle is finished.

The signal is helpful when you are drying

permanent press, synthetics, and other

items. These items should be removed

from the dryer as soon as it stops in

order to prevent wrinkles.

PUSH TO START DRYER BUTTON

Use this control to start the dryer.

Be sure the dryer door is closed.

Opening the door stops the dryer. It

will not start again until you close the

door and press the PUSH TO START

DRYER Button. Be sure the Cycle

Selector Control (Timer) is still on a

dry setting.

PUSH TO

START DRYER

SOFT-HEAT ®System guards against

overdrying. This helps your fabrics

retain the natural moisture they need,

prevents static, and reduces pilling -

the formation of small lint-like balls

on the surface of garments. Pilling

is the natural result of washing and

wearing of garments.

Kenmore dryers help prevent overdrying

so you get outstanding fabric care. In the

automatic drying and timed drying cycles,

clothes are dried at the temperature you

selected until the last few minutes of the

cycle. The dryer then switches to low heat.

COOL DOWN

Approximately ten minutes before the

end of the automatic drying and timed

drying cycles, clothes are tumbled with-

out heat to help reduce wrinkles and make

clothes more comfortable to handle.

AUTO DRY I

PREPARING CLOTHES

FOR WASHING AND DRYING

Follow these recommendations to

help save on utility bills and prolong

the life of your garments.

WASHING AND DRYING TIPS

• Close zippers, snaps, and hooks to

avoid snagging other items. Remove

heat-sensitive trim that can be damaged

by drying. Tie string.,; and sashes so

they will not tangle. Mend tears, loose

hems, and seams.

,, Check garments for spots and stains

left after washing. Do not tumble these

items. Heat may permanently set stains.

,, Check pockets before washing or drying.

Sharp or metal objects can damage your

washer interior or dq/er drum. Do not

lay these objects on your laundry cen-

ter; they can damage the finish. Turn

pockets of heavy items inside out for

even drying.

• Turn synthetic knits inside out before

washing to avoid pilling.

• Stained or wet garments should be

washed promptly for best results.

• Place small items such as baby socks

or hankies in laundry bag for easier

removal.

• Articles to be ironed should be removed

from the dryer while .,;tillslightly damp.

SORTING

• Separate heavily soiled items from

lightly soiled ones, even if they

would normally be washed together.

Separate lint givers (towels, chenille)

from lint takers (corduroy, synthetics,

permanent press). When possible,

turn lint givers inside out.

• Separate dark colors from light colors,

colorfast items from non-colorfast items.

• Sort by fabric and construction

(sturdy cottons, knits, delicate items).

Proper loading of your laundry center

zontributes to proper cleaning and

iabric ca,'e and reduces machine noise.

LOADING TIPS - WASHER

, 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. Item.,; should

sink and reappear later.

• Load washer properly and select correct

water level setting. Overloading or pack-

ing 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.

For these suggested full-sized loads,

set the WATER LEVEL Control to the

highest water level setting.

LAUNDRY CENTER

Heavy Work Clothes

3 workshirts, ;._pairs pants

Towels

9 bath towels - or - 6 bath towels, 3 hand towels,

6 wash cloths

Mixed Load

1 pair slacks, 2 pillowcases, 2 shirts, 1 T-shirt

Delicates

1 camisole, 2 slips, 2 panties, 2 bras, 1 nightie,

1 half-slip

Permanent Press

6 shirts - or - 2 double sheets, 2 pillowcases -

or - 2 single sheets, 2 pillowcases

Knits

2 slacks, 2 shirts - or - 3 dresses

LOADING TIPS - DRYER

• Mix large items with small items.

Load the dryer by the amount of space

items take up, not by their weight. Do

not overload the dryer. Overcrowding

causes uneven drying and wrinkling,

and can cause item.'; to wear out faster

(because of pilling).

.,You may need to rearrange large items

(sheets, blankets, tablecloths) during

a cycle to reduce bailing or rolling up.

,, For better tumbling action, when drying

only a few small items, add one or two

lint-free towels. This .also prevents small

lightweight items from blocking airflow.

USING DRYER

FABRIC SOFTENERS

Dryer fabric softeners are recommended

for reducing static cling. Always follow

package instructions carefully.

• Put one fabric softener sheet on top

of the load before starting the dryer.

Do not add a fabric softener sheet after

the drying cycle has .started. Instant

heat can cause the fabric softener to

spot fabrics.

• Remove fabric softener stains by wetting

the stains and rubbing them with liquid

detergent or bar soap and rewash.

• Some fabric softeners can clog the lint

screen and slow drying. Use fabric

softeners labeled as ,dryer safe.

SAVING ENERGY

• Use the automatic drying cycles to

dry most loads.

• Dry full loads only. Do not overdry.

• Avoid overloading dryer, adding wet

items to a partly dried load, or opening

the door unnecessarily.

• Shorten drying times by exhausting

laundry center properly and cleaning

exhaust vent and outside exhaust

flood as needed.

• Keep the lint screen clean.

• Use dryer where room air temperature

is above 45°E

• Sort loads by fabric weight and type.

;TAIN RI-MOVAL RULES

;tained, heavily-soiled, or greasy items

nay need to be prewashed or soaked

3r best results. Soaking helps remove

_rotein-type stains like blood, milk, or

Irass. Prewashing helps Iooser_ soil

_efore washing.

Use warm water for soaking or pre-

washing stained laundry. Hot water

can set stains.

Most stains are easier to remove when

they are fresh. Old or set stair,s may

not come out. Follow package directions

for pretreatment products.

, Before treating any stain, find out what

kind of stain it is, how old the stain is,

what kind of fabric it is, and if [he fabric

is colorfast. (Check the care label.)

,Washing and drying can set some

stains.

, Start with cold or warm water. Hot

water can set some stains.

, When bleach is recommended, use

a bleach that is safe for the fabric.

oTest stain removers on an insiide

seam or hidden corner of the item

to see if the color is removed.

• Put the ,.stained area face down on a

paper towel or white cloth. Apply the

stain remover to the back of the stain.

This forces the stain off the fabric

instead of through it.

• Meat tenderizer or enzyme presoaks

help break down some protein stains

so they are easier to remove.

STAIN REMOVAL GUIDE

Alcoholic beverage

These stain.:; turn brown with age, so

treat immediately. Sponge or soak fresh

stains with cold water. Wash. If stain

remains, soak 15 minutes in a solution

of lukewarm water, liquid detergent, and

a few drops of white vinegar. Rinse. Wash.

Blood

Rinse immediately or soak in cold water

with enzyme presoak for 30 minutes or

longer. Rinse. Rub detergent into any

remaining stains. Rinse. If stain remains,

put a few drops of 3% hydrogen peroxide

on stain for 3-5 minutes. Rinse thoroughly.

Wash.

Chewing gum

Use ice to make gum hard. Scrape off

what you can. Sponge with a nonflam-

mable fabric" cleaner. Let dry. Wash.

Chocolate or coffee

Sponge immediately with a nonflam-

mable fabric cleaner or apply a prewash

soil and stain remover. Rinse. Wash.

If stain remains, apply a liquid detergent

to stain or soak in warm water with an

enzyme presoak. Rewash.

Crayon or candle wax

Scrape off excess with a dull knife.

Place fabric between two blotters or

facial tissue. Press with warm iron.

Remove color stain with nonflammable

fabric cleaner. Hand wash until stain

is gone. If full load is crayon stained,

take to cleaners or coin-operated dry

cleaning machine.

Cream, milk, or ice cream

Sponge with a nonflammable fabric

cleaner, or a prewash soil and stain

remover. Rinse. Wash. Repeat if neces-

sary. If stain remains, apply a few drops

of liquid detergent and a few drops of

ammonia. Blot dry and rinse. If stain

remains, soak in an enzyme presoak.

Wash.

Deodorants or antiperspirants

Light stain: Treat with liquid detergent

or your regular laundry detergent.

Wash in hottest water safe for fabric.

Heavy stain: Place face down on towel

and treat with a paste of ammonia and

color-safe bleach. Let stand for 30 minutes.

Wash in hottest water safe for fabric.

l'at, grease, or oil

Items soiled with vegetable or cooking

oil should not be washed or dried. For

other types of greasy :stains,use one

of the methods below:

• Use pretreatment stain remover. Follow

label directions. Wash in hottest water

safe for fabric.

• Use talcum powder to absorb as much

grease as possible. Sponge with a non-

flammable fabric cleaner. Rinse. Wash.

• Treat with liquid detergent or rub a

detergent paste on the stain. Wash

using hottest water safe for fabric.

Fruit stains

Fresh stains: Soak immediately in cool

water. Wash. If stain remains, cover area

with a paste made of color-safe bleach,

_Lfew drops of hot water, and a few drops

of ammonia. Wait 15 to 30 minutes. Wash.

Old stains: Sponge wil:h white vinegar.

Rinse. Repeat procedure for fresh stains.

Grass or green vegetables

Soak in warm or cold water with an

enzyme presoak for at least 30 minutes.

Wash in water temperature and bleach

safe for the fabric. For acetate, sponge

with a nonflammable fabric cleaner. If

stain remains, bleach with 3% hydrogen

peroxide. Rinse. Rewash.

Ink or ballpoint pen ink

Pretreat using a prewash stain remover

or dry cleaning solvent. Sponge stain

continuously until all bleeding stops. Let

dry. Repeat if necessary. Wash. If stain

remains, bleach if safe for fabric.

NOTE: India and other indelible inks are

almost impossible to remove completely.

Iron or rust

Colored or non-colorfast items: Apply

lemon juice and salt. Place in the sun to

dry. Rinse thoroughly. Repeat if necessary.

White or colorfast items: Try a rust

remover. Test first on inside seam or hem.

Some rust removers are not washer safe.

Follow package directions.

Ketchup or tomato products

Sponge immediately with a nonflammable

fabric cleaner or apply a prewash soil

and stain remover. Rinse. Wash. If stain

remains, apply a liquid detergent to stain

or soak in warm water with an enzyme

presoak. Rewash.

Lipstick

Apply nonflammable fabric cleaner or

prewash soil and stain remover. Blot with

absorbent material. Repeat if necessary.

Rinse. If stain still remains, rub with liquid

detergent. Wash.

Meat juice or egg

Scrape off excess with a dull knife. Soak

in cold or warm water with enzyme pre-

soak at least 30 minutes, or treat stains

with a nonflammable fabric cleaner. Wash.

_lildew

h/ash in hottest water safe for fabric.

f stain remains, soak in warm water and

color-safe bleach for 15 to 30 minutes.

:{ewash. (Old mildew stains are almost

mpossible to remove. Mildew fungus

:testroys or weakens fabrics.) An alter-

lative to bleach is to treat with salt and

emon juice and dry in direct sunlight.

Rinse and rewash. Mildew may form if

Net or damp laundry remains in your

washer for extended periods of time.

Toprevent mildew, promptly dry laundry

after washing.

Mustard

Treat immediately. Scrape off excess

mustard. Sponge with a nonflammable

fabric cleaner or a prewash soil and stain

remover. Rinse. Work liquid dete,rgent and

a few drops of vinegar into stain. Rinse.

If stain remains, apply 3% hydrogen

peroxide. Rinse and wash.

Paint

Hand wash paint-stained items.

Water base: Treat stains while still wet.

(These paints cannot be removed after

they haw _,dried.) Rinse in warm water to

flush out paint. Sponge with a nonflam-

mable fabric cleaner. Rinse. Wash.

Oil base: Scrape off fresh paint. Sponge

with a nonflammable fabric cleaner.

While stain is still wet with solvent, rub

liquid detergent into it. Wash with hottest

water safe for fabric.

Perspiration

Remove stains before ironing. Perspira-

tion stains may weaken fabric. Wash or

sponge stain thoroughly with detergent

and warm water. If perspiration has

changed the color of the fabric, use one

of the following treatments:

Fresh stains: Apply ammonia to stain.

Rinse. Launder to remove ammonia odor.

Old stains: Apply white vinegar to stain.

Rinse. Launder to remove vinegar odor.

Scorch

Severe scorch cannot be removed.

Wet stain with 3% hydrogen peroxide.

Cover with a dry cloth and press with

an iron as hot as is safe for the fabric.

Rinse well. Wash.

Wet with lemon juice and spread in

the sun to dry. Wash.

Soft drinks

Sponge immediately with cold water.

Heat and detergent may set stain.

-I'his section explains flow to care for

your laundry center properly and safely.

Proper care of your laundry center

(:an extend its life and help you avoid

costly service calls.

(;LEANING 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 laundry center after emptying

pockets.

INTERIOR

Clean interior with 1 cup of chlorine

bleach mixed with 2 cups 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 you find bulges, kinks, cuts,

wear, or leaks. When replacing your inlet

hoses, mark the date of replacement

on the label with a permanent marker.

CLEANING YOUR DRYER

EXTERIOR

Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the

cabinet and console. Avoid using harsh

abrasives. Do not put sharp metal

objects on or in your dryer. They can

damage the finish.

INTERIOR

Explosion Hazard

Use nonflammable cleaners.

Failure to do so can result in death,

explosion, fire, or burns.

Garments that contain unstable dyes,

such as denim blue jeans or brightly

colored cotton items, may discolor the

drum interior.

To clean dryer drum:

STEP 1. Make a paste with detergent

and very warm water and apply to a soft

cloth. Continue with STEPS 2-4.

STEP la. Spray nonflammable liquid

household cleaner on the stained area.

Continue with STEPS 2-4.

STEP 2. Scrub area until all excess dye

is removed.

STEP 3. Wipe thoroughly with a

damp cloth.

STEP 4. Tumble a load of clean towels

for 20 minutes to dry.

CLEANING THE LINT SCREEN

Remove Lint Before Every Load

The lint screen is located on the back

wall of your dryer. Clean it before every

load. A screen blocked by lint can

increase drying time.

To clean::

STEP 1. Pull out the lint screen and

its cover.

STEP 2. Separate the cover and the

screen by squeezing the screen and

pulling on the cover at the same time.

Screen

Cover

IMPORTANT:

• Do not run the dryer with the lint screen

loose, damaged, blocked, or missing.

Doing so can cause overheating and

damage to both the dryer and fabrics.

• Some towels made of synthetic fibers

and natural fibers (polyester and cotton

blends) may shed more lint than other

towels, causing your dryer's lint screen

to fill up faster. Be sure to remove lint

from the lint screen before and after

drying new towels.

Wash Lint Screen As Needed

Laundry detergents and fabric softeners

can cause a residue buildup on the lint

screen. Wash the lint screen with a nylon

brush if it becomes clogged due to a

residue buildup.

To clean:

STEP 1. Wet both sides of lint screen

with hot water.

STEP 2. Wet a nylon brush with hot

water and liquid detergent; scrub lint

screen with the brush to remove

residue buildup.

STEP 3. Roll lint off the screen with your

fingers. Do not rinse or wash screen to

remove lint. Wet lint is hard to remove.

STEP 4. Put the lint screen and cover

back together and push firmly back into

place.

STEP 3. Rinse screen with hot water.

STEP 4. Thoroughly dry lint screen

with a clean towel; replace in dryer.

CHECKING FOR AIR FLOW

OBSTRUCTION

From time to time, you may find it helpful

to check your laundry center and exhaust

system for proper air flow. Poor air flow

can result in longer drying times.

To check for air flow obstruction:

S"FEP1. Check to ensure nothing is

blocking ventilation slots on laundry

center rear panel.

STEP 2. Inspect exhaust hood. It should

not be blocked or obstr_cted.

REMOVING ACCUMULATED LINT

Lint can gather inside the exhaust

vent or dryer and be fuel for a fire. Lint

should be removed every 2 to 3 years,

or more often, dependir_g on dryer usage.

Cleaning should be done by a qualified

service person.

To remove accumulated lint from

exhaust vent:

STEP 1. Disconnect exhaust vent from

the laundry center.

STEP 2. Clean one section of vent at

a time until you reach the exhaust hood.

To clean out lint, you can use the hose

attachment on your vacuum or, use a

pole or wire with a feather duster or rag

attached.

STEP 3. Reconnect vent as described

in the "INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS"

of this Owner's Manual.

To remove accumulated lint from

inside the dryer:

Electrical Shock Hazard

Disconnect power before cleaning.

Replace all panels before operating.

Failure to follow these instructions

can result in death or electrical

shock.

STEP 1. Disconnect power.

STEP 2. Remove back panel by removing

the screws along the frame.

STEP 3. Remove lint from the dryer base

and from top of gas funnel with dusting

brush or vacuum cleaner attachment.

int

STEP 4. Replace back panel;

reconnect and level laundry center

again, if necessary.

WINTEFI STORAGE

Install and store your laundry center

where it will not freeze. Because some

water may stay in the hoses, freezing

can damage your laundry center. If

storing or moving your laundry center

during freezing weather winterize it.

To winterize laundry center:

1. Shut off both water faucets.

2. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.

3. Put 1 quart of R.V.-type antifreeze

in the basket.

4. Run washer on a spin setting for about

30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and

water. Some of the mixture will pump

out while the washer spins.

5. Unplug the power supply cord.

To use laundry center 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 of detergent to clean

out antifreeze.

NON-USE OR VACATION CARE

Operate your laundry center only when

you are at home. If you will be on vaca-

tion or not using your laundry center for

an extended period of time, you should:

• Disconnect power.

• Turn off the water supply to the laundry

center. This helps avoid accidental

flooding (due to a water pressure surge)

while you are away.

• Wash dryer lint screen.

MOVING CARE

• Disconnect power.

• Close shut-off valve in gas supply line.

• Disconnect gas supply line pipe and

remove fittings attached to laundry

center pipe.

• Make sure leveling legs are secure.

• Use masking tape to secure washer lid

and dryer door.

Most laundering problems are easily

solved if you understand the cause.

Check these tables for common laundry

and washer problems. If you need

further assistance, see page 62.

Problem Possible Cause Solution

Washer Leaks Household plumbing is leaking. Repair plumbing.

Inlet hoses not tight. Tighten hoses

(see "INSTALLATION','Sections E & F).

Inlet hose washers not Reseat washers

properly seated. (see "INSTALLATION','Section E).

Drain hose not properly Clamp drain hose

clamped or is off. (see "INSTALLATION','Section D).

Drair_is clogged. Remove drain clogs. Laundry tub,

standpipe, or floor drain must be able to

handle 17 gallons of water per minute.

Tub rnoved forward during Ensure tub is centered before

unloading, causing water starting washer.

to deflect off of tub ring.

Laundry center not level Ensure leveling legs are installecl.

causing water to deflect off Level laundry center

of tub ring. (see "INSTALLATION','Section I).

Load is unbalanced. Spray Redistribute the load.

rinses are deflecting off of load.

Washer is overloaded. Fills Reduce load size.

or spray rinses are deflecting

off of load.

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

Won't Spin/ or clogged. (see "INSTALLATION','Section D).

Wet Loads

Correct operation of After a wash 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

96 inches above floor. (see "INSTALLATION'_Section D).

Too much detergent - Use less detergent.

excessive sudsing.

Wrong cycle for load Choose a cycle with a higherspin

being washed, speed (see "OPERATION").

Problem Possible Cause Solution

Won't Drain/ Lowvoltage or using Check electrical source or call

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

Wet Loads cord.

(cont'd)

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/ 39 inches above floor. (see "INSTALLATION','Section D).

Continues

to Drain/ Drain hose fits tightly into Adjust drain hose for loose fit

Cycle Stuck standpipe. (see "INSTALLATION';Section D).

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

Laundry center is not level. Level laundry center

(see "INSTALLATION';Section I).

Floor not strong enough Relocate laundry center

to support laundry center. (see "INSTALLATION','Section A).

Gears engaging after drain This is normal.

and before spin.

Upper part of agitator clicks This is normal.

during wash.

Won't Fill/ Water inlet valve Clean screens.

Won't Rinse/ screens are phJgged.

Won't Agitate/

Wrong Water is turned off. Turn on water.

Temperature Hot and cold hoses are Reverse hoses

reversed. (see "INSTALLATION'ISections E & F).

Inlet hose is kinked. Straighten hoses.

Timer dial is not lined up. Turntimer 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. Plug in power cord.

Stops

No power at plug. Check electrical source or call

electrician.

Fuse,blown or circuit Replacefuse or reset circuit breaker.

breaker open. If problem continues, call electrician.

Using an extension cord. Do not use an extension cord.

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.

Was;tier at pause in Allow cycle to continue

PERMANENT PRESS Cycle (see "OPERATION").

(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 high,_rthan the highest water

Completely level. This creates a perception

Filling of the washer not being full.

Tub pulled forward when

unloading.

Tub moves.

Laundry center not level.

Tub is Ensure tub is centered before

Crooked starting washer.

This is normal.

Ensure leveling legs are installed.

Level laundry center

(see "INSTALLATION','Section I).

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

and by color.

Overloading. Lintcan 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 wash water warmer than 70°F.

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; fasteners Zip zippers before washing.

not fastened.

Items damaged before Mend rips and broken threads in

washing, seams before washing.

Stains on Improperuse 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 hold 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 load promptly. Unload the washer as soon as it stops.

Wrinkle4

Wrong cycle for fabrics Use cold rinses and cycles with slow

being washed, spin speeds to reduce wrinkling.

Overloading. Loads should move freely during

wash. Wash smaller loads.

Wash water not warm enough to If safe forfabric, usewarm or hotwash

relax wrinkles. Using warm rinses, water.Use cold rinsewater.

Hoses reversed. Reverse hoses

(see "INSTALLATION','Sections E & F).

Load is Overloading. Loads should move freely during

Tangled/ wash. Wash smaller loads.

Twisted

Clothes wrapped around Do not wrap items around agitator

agitator, when loading the washer.

Problem Possiible Cause Solution

Not Drying Lint screen is clogged with lint. Clean lint screen.

Satisfactorily Restri,3tedair movement.

Exhaust vent or outside exhaust

hood isclogged with lint.

Run dryer for 5-10 minutes. Hold

hand under outside exhaust hood to

check air movement. If you do not feel

air moving, clean exhaust system of

lint or replaceexhaust vent with rigid or

flexible heavy metal vent

(see "INSTALLATION','Section K).

Exhaust vent is crushed Replace with rigid or flexible

or kinked, heavy metal vent

(see "INSTALLATION','Section K).

Gas w]lve on supply line Open all valves.

is closed.

Timer or the temperature Select the right cycle for the types

control is set on AIR DRY. of garments being dried

(see "OPERATION").

Fabric softener sheets Use only one softener sheet per load

blocking outlet grill, and only use it once.

Dryer located in room with Move laundry center where it can

temperature below 45°F. operate in ambient air temperatures

above 45°E

Large amount of moisture Expect longer dry times with items

in the load. that hold more moisture (cottons).

Cold rinse water used. Expect longer dry times, but you are

saving energy and reducing wrinkles.

Load too large and bulky Separate load to tumble freely.

to dry quickly.

Dryer Will Power cord not firmly plugged Plug power cord into a live circuit.

Not Run into a Jivecircuit with proper

voltage.

Fuses blown or circuit Replace fuses or reset breakers.

breakers tripped.

Using a regular fuse. Replace with a time-delay fuse.

Dryer door not firmly closed. Close dryer door tightly.

PUSH TO START DRYER Press PUSH TO START DRYER

Button not firmly pressed. Button again.

Controls not set in an Reset controls in an ON position.

ON position.

Problem Possible Cause Solution

Lint in Load Lint screen is clogged. Clean lintscreen. Checkfor air

movement.

Improper sorting. Sort lint givers from lint takers

and by color.

Load is too big or heavy. Dry smaller loads so lint can be

carried to the lint screen.

Load is overdried. Use correct dryer settings for fabric.

Overdrying can cause lint-attracting

static (see "OPERATION").

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

Pilling being mistaken for lint. Pilling (surface fuzz) is caused by

normal wear and laundering.

Stains on Load Improper use of fabric softener Use fabric softenersheets in dryer.Add

in washer, at beginning of cycle when load is cold.

Drying soiled items. Items need to be clean before

being dried.

Items Overdrying. Match dryer settings to fabric type

Shrinking (see "OPERATION").

Poor garment quality. Check quality of garment before

purchasing.

Manufacturer's care label Follow fabric care label instructions

instructions not followed, carefully.

Loads are Overloading. Dry smaller loadsthat can tumble freely.

Wrinkled Overdrying. Match dryer settings to fabric type

(see "OPERATION").

Load left in dryer at the Remove load as soon as tumbling

end of cycle, stops.

Odors Household chemicals, paint, Do not use dryer while these chemical

or varnish being drawn into fumes are in the air,

dryer.

Gas Leak Turn off gas supply line. Leave your

house, then call your local gas

company.

Unusual Clicking (Gas Dryers) - Normal operation.

Sounds gas valve clicking.

Thumping of rollers when Thump wil! go away after 5 minutes

laundry center has set. of drying.

LAUNDRY CENTERS

"We Service What We Sell" is our

assurance that you can depend on

Sears for service. Your Kenmore

Laundry Center has added value

when you consider that Sears has

service units nationwide, staffed with

professional technicians trained on

all appliances Sears sells. They have

the knowledge and skills, tools, parts,

and equipment to ensure our pledge

to you that "We Service What We SelE

Sears Maintenance Agreement

Maintain the value of your Laundry

Center with a Sears Maintenance

Agreement. Kenmore Laundry

Centers are designed, manufactured,

and tested for years o! dependable

operation. Yet any appliance may

require service from time to time. The

Sears Maintenance Agreement offers

you an outstanding service program

for your Kenmore Laundry Center.

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 laundry center in proper

running condition.

For more information,

call 1-800-827-6655.

Kenmore 11098752790 washer/dryer laundry system

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