Owner's Manual and
Installation Instructions
Electronic
T'hree-Speed
AUTOMATIC WASHERS
IMPORTANT:
Read and follow all safety
and operating instructions
before first use of this product.
Your washer may look different
from the washer shown.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
PART NO. 3950148 Rev. A PRINTED IN U.S.A.
BEF:ORE USING YOUR NEW WASHER
SEARS AUTOMATIC WASHER WARRANTY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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OPERATING YOUR WASHER
LAUNDRY TIPS
CARING FOR YOUR WASHER
TROUBLESHOOTING
SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
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Please read this manual. It will help
you install and operate your new
Kenmore washer in the safest and
most economical way.
For more information about the care
and operation of Kenmore appliances
call your nearest Sears store. You will
need the complete model and serial
numbers when requesting information.
Your washer's model and serial numbers
are located on the Model and Serial
Number Plate.
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Use the space below to record the model
number and serial number of your new
Kenmore Washer.
Model No.
Serial No.
Date of Purchase
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ModelandSerial
NumberPlate
Keep this book and your Sears
Salescheck (receipt) in a safe place
for future reference.
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
ON GEARCASE PARTS
After one year and until five years from
the date of purchase, Sears will furnish
replacement parts for any defective gear-
case parts. You will be charged for labor.
LIMITED 10-YEAR WARRANTY
ON PLASTIC TUB
After one year and until ten years from
date of purchase, Sears will furnish a
replacement plastic tub for any plastic
tub which is defective in material or work-
manship. You will be charged for labor.
If the washer is subjected to other than
private family use, the above warranty
coverage is effective for only 90 days.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE
BY CONTACTING THE NEARE-_-ST
SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE
UNITED STATES.
This warranty applies only while this
product 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.
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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-cleaning
solvents, other flammable or explosive
substances as they give off vapors that
could ignite or explode.
• Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning
solvents, or other flammable or explosive
substances to the wash water. These
substances give off vapors that could
ignite or explode.
• Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas
may be produced in a hot water system
that has not been used for 2 weeks or
more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.
If the hot water system has not been
used for such a period, before using a
washing machine, turn on all hot water
faucets and let the water flow from each
for several minutes. This will release any
accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is
flammable, do not smoke or use an open
flame during this time.
• Do not allow children to play on or in
the washer. Close supervision of children
is necessary when the washer is used
near children.
• Before the washer is removed from
service or discarded, remove the lid.
• Do not reach into the washer if the tub
or agitator is moving.
• Do not install or store this washer where
it will be exposed to the weather.
• Do not tamper with controls.
• Do not repair or replace any part of the
washer or attempt any servicing unless
specifically recommended in the Owner's
Manual or in published user-repair
instructions that you understand and
have the skills to carry out.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
For a complete list of tools and parts
needed, see pages 6-8.
A. SELECT LOCATION
FOR YOUR WASHER (pgs. 10-12)
Recessed Area/
Closet Installation Instructions (p. 10)
Laundry Tub Drain System (p. 11)
Standpipe Drain System (p. 12)
Floor Drain System (p. 12)
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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 (bottom
,of drain hose)
D. CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WATER FAUCETS (pgs. 15-16)
Toolls Needed:
Pliers that open to 1%6 inches
Parts Needed:
Oucke,
(optional
depending on
installation)
Flashlight (optional
depending on
installation)
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2 flat water inlet hose washers
E. SECURE DRAIN HOSE (p. 17)
Tools Needed: Parts Needed:
Flashlight (optional
depending on installation)
Shipping strap with fastener
F. LEVEL WASHER (p. 18)
Tools Needed: Parts Needed:
9/16-Inch
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-ampere fused electrical supply is
required. (Time-delay fuse or circuit
breaker is recommended.) Connect to
indiviclual branch circuit.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3-prong
outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions
can result in death, fire, or
electrical shock.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Improper connection of
the equipment grounding conductor can
result in a risk of electric shock. Check
with a qualified electrician or ser_1iceman
if you are in doubt as to whether the
appliance is properly grounded. Do not
modify the plug provided with the appli-
ance - if it will not fit the outlet, have
a proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
For your personal safety, this washer
must be grounded. In the event of
malfunction or breakdown, grounding
will reduce the risk of electric shock
by providing a path of least resistance
for electric current.
This washer is equipped with a power
supply cord having a 3-prong grounding
plug. To minimize possible shock hazard,
you must plug the power supply cord
into a mating 3-prong grounding-type
wall receptacle, grounded in accordance
with National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
70-latest edition and all local codes and
ordinances.
3-Prong
Grounding-Type
Wall Receptacle
3-Prong
Grounding Plug
..,) Prong
Power Supply
Cord
A. SELECT LOCATION
FOR YOUR WASHER -
RECESSED AREA/
CLOSET INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
-]-his washer may be installed in a recessed area or closet.
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FrontView
(DoorNotShown)
48sq.in.
minimum
ventilation
area
24sq.in.
minimum-
ventilation
area
SideView
(DoorShown)
3"
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3"
Front View
(DoorWithVent)
*Additional clearance Ior wall, door and floor moldings may be required.
To reduce transfer of washer sounds, a clearance of 1 inch on the sides of the washer is recommended.
• The installation spacing is in inches
and is the minimum allowable.
• Allow additional space if other appli-
ances are to be installed in the area.
• If closet door is installed, the mini-
mum air openings in top and bottom
are required• Louvered doors with
equivalent air openings in top and
bottom are acceptable.
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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 40 for Winterizing
Information.
Proper installation is your responsibility.
Make sure you have everything necessary
for correct installation including the
following points:
Grounded receptacle: Must
be within 4 feet of where the
power cord is attached to the
back of the washer.
Hot and cold water faucets:
Must provide water pressure
between 20-100 psi and be
within 4 feet of the hot and
cold water fill valves attached
to the back of the washer. Laundry tub drain system:
Needs a minimurn 20-gallon
laundry tub.
Support: Floor must be sturdy
enough to support a total weight
of 315 pounds (including washer,
water, and load weight).
Level floor: Maximum
allowable slope under entire
washer- 1 inch.
Top of tub must be at
least 39 inches above
floor and no higher
than 96 inches from
bottom of washer.
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ALTERNATE LOCATIONS-
STANDPIPE AND FLOOR DRAIN SYSTEMS
Siphon break: Must be purchased
separately. See chart below.
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Standpipe drain system: Needs a two-inch
minimum diameter standpipe with minimum
carry-away capacity of 17 gallons per minute.
Tc,p of standpipe must be at least 39 inches
above floor and no higher than 96 inches
from bottom of washer.
Floor drain system: Requires a siphon
break, see chart below. A minimum carry-
away capacity of 17 gallons per minute is
required.
IIfyou have: You will need to buy:
Laundry tub or standpipe Sump pump system
taller than 96 inches (if not already available)
l-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)
I-Ioor drain Siphon break, Part No. 285:320;
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).
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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 the electrical plug and shipping strap.
STEP 2. Pull the yellow shipping strap
completely out of the washer. There
should be three cotter pins on the end
of the shipping strap when it is pulled
out of the washer. The electrical plug is
attached to this shipping strap.
STEP 3. Pull firmly to remove the
other end of the shipping strap pinned
to the back of washer. This will
release the rear self-leveling legs.
Elect#cal plug
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STEP 4. Cut the shipping strap about
16 inches from plug end. Look for the
words "CUT HERE" Discard end with
three cotter pins. Slide remainder of
shipping strap free from the electrical
plug. You will use this to secure the
drain hose.
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Pill
Shipping strap
PULL
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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:
IIvIPORTANT: To ensure proper installa-
tion, this procedure must be followed
exactly.
a. Wet the inside of the straight end of
the drain hose with tap water. DO
NOT USE ANY OTHER LUBRICANT.
b. Squeeze ears of silver, double-wire
clamp with pliers to open. Place clamp
over the straight end of the drain hose
1/4inch from the end.
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AND
PUSH
d. Place clamp over area marked
"CLAMP.' Release clamp..
Hose,
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c. Open clamp. Twist hose back and
forth while pushing down onto drain
connector at the bottom of the washer.
Continue until hose contacts the
ribbed stop on the cabinet.
If you have: You will need to buy:
[)rain hose that is too short Drain hose, Part No. 38842:3 and hose
kit, Part No. 285442
[-)rain hose that is too long Hose kit, Part No. 285442
A problem with lint clogging your drain Drain protector, Part No. 367031
Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center.
Carl 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278).
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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.
HookedEnd
D. CONNECT INLET HOSES
TO WATER FAUCETS
Proper connection of your inlet hoses
will allow hot and cold water to enter
your washer properly. It also helps
prevent water damage due to leaks.
DrainHose
STEP 3. Put hooked end of drain hose
into laundry tub or standpipe. Check
for proper length of drain hose. Rotate
hook: to eliminate kinks.
To prevent drain water from going back
into 1Lhewasher:
• 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 bulges, kinks, cuts, wear,
or leaks are found. When replacing
your inlet hoses, mark the date of
replacement on the label with a
permanent marker.
STEP 1. 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.
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STEP 2. Remove water inlet hoses
from washer by pulling upward with a
hand-over-hand motion. Do not unscrew
the hoses from their connections.
° If the hoses become hard to pull, give
a sharp tug to break the hoses free
from the water inlet hose shipping
holder.
° If the yellow plastic water inlet hose
shipping holder comes out on the end
of the hoses, simply remove it and
throw it away.
• If the hoses feel like they are caught
inside the washer and a sharp tug
does not free them, feed some hose
length back into the washer and then
begin pulling them out again.
STEP 3. Insert one new, fiat washer
(from the parts bag) into each end of
the inlet hoses. Check that washers
are firmly seated in couplings.
COUPLING WASHER
STEP 4. 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 5. 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 6. Turn on water faucets and
check for leaks. A small amount of
water may enter the washer. You will
drain this later.
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If you have: You will need to buy:
Water 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).
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E. 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.
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STEP 2. Locate the remaining piece
of shipping strap (not the end with the
three cotter pins) from STEP 4 of
"REMOVE SHIPPING STFIAP." Use
it to wrap the drain hose together with
the laundry tub or standpipe. Push
fastener into the nearest hole in the
shipping strap.
If the water faucets and drain standpipe
are recessed, put hooked end of drain
hose in standpipe. Tightly wrap the
shipping strap around the drain hose
and water inlet hoses (not the handles
or stems). Push fastener into the
nearest hole in the shipping strap.
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Fastener
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F. 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 tlne weight of the
washer. If washer was placed against
a wall, move the washer out slightly
before tipping it up.
STEP 2. With one of the, legs in hand,
screw lock nut onto leg :% inch from top
of leg base. This is the recommended
initial setting.
STFP 3. Screw leg into washer base
by hand until nut reaches washer base.
Repeat for other leg.
STEP 4. Tilt washer backward until
front of washer is off the wood block.
Remove wood block. Gently lower
washer to floor.
STEP 5. Move washer to its final
location.
STEP 6. Tilt washer forward until rear
of washer is at least 3 inches off floor.
You may hear the self-adjusting rear
legs click into place. Lower washer to
floor. Check levelness of the washer
by placing a level on top of the washer,
first side-to-side; then front-to-back.
STEP 7. If washer is not level, prop
up the front of the washer and adjust
the legs up or down as necessary.
Lower washer and reset self-adjusting
rear legs (as in Step 6). Repeat Step 7
until the washer is level.
STEP 8. When washer is in its final
location and level, use a %6-inch open-
end wrench to turn nuts on front legs
tightly against washer cabinet. If nuts
are not tight against washer cabinet
the washer may vibrate.
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REVIEW INSTALLATION
Take a few minutes to complete
this checklist. It will help assure you
that you have a proper installation
and increase your satisfaction with
your Kenmore washer.
[] Check electrical requirements.
Be sure you have correct electrical
supply and recommended grounding
method.
[] Check that you have:
* All the tools you started with.
* Removed all packaging materials.
* Flemoved shipping strap with
three cotter pins.
° Installed all parts listed on
pages 6-8.
[] Check that:
• The washer is level.
• The nuts on the front legs are tight.
[_ Check that the water faucets are
turned on.
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FINAL STEPS
[] Plug power supply cord into
grounded outlet.
[] Remove the blue protective film on
the console and any tape remaining
on washer.
[] Take a few minutes and read the
Operating Instructions (pages 20-36)
to fully understand your new washer.
Then, start the washer and allow it to
complete the HEAVY DUTY Cycle.
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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 oil on it (including
cooking oils).
Failure to follow these instructions
can result in death, explosion,
or fire.
STARTING YOUR WASHER
STEP 1. Place a load of sorted clothes
in the washer. Add measured detergent
directly into dispenser (see pages 33-34).
STEP 2. (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired,
add measured liquid chlorine bleach to
the liquid bleach dispenser (see pages 34-35).
STEP 3. (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired,
add measured liquid fabric softener to
the fabric softener dispenser (see page 35).
STEP 4. Close washer lid.
STEP 5. Select the cycle you want by
pressing one of the pads under CYCLES O-
This will turn the washer on. The indicator
light for CUSTOM MEMORY will glow
(see page 22) and the indicator light for
START l_ will begin to flash.
NOTE: The settings that are displayed are
stored in your washer's CUSTOM MEMORY
(see page 22).
STEP 6. (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired,
change the WATER LEVEL _,
TEMPERATUREO, TIME REMAINING
and CYCLE SIGNAL_settings that are
indicated on your display (see pages 26-28).
STEP 7. (O_PTIONAL STEP) If desired, set
OPTIONS l[_for your wash by pressing the
pads for WARM RINSE (see page 27),
WRINKLE GUARD and/or SECOND RINSE
(see page 29).
CYCLES _ _ _,,t_ _
P_ESET _ U_LL_
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STEP 8. Press START _. The wash
cycle will begin. The indicator light for
AGITATE TIME will turn off and the total
cycle time will be displayed in the TIME
REMAINING display window.
NOTE: If you do not press START within
15 minutes of selecting the cycle, the
washer will automatically shut off.
STEP 9. (OPTIONAL STEP) If you
added detergent to the washer basket
instead of the dispenser, press the pad
that reads AFTER START CANCEL
DETERGENT DISPENSE I_. This will
cancel the detergent dispenser operation
and shorten your fill time.
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i AFfER
START
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RY _
DETERGENT I______
PAUSING/RESTARTING
YOUR WASHER
• To pause the washer at any time,
press DELAY_. Pressing DELAY will
not change any of the settings you
have selected. See page, 30 for a com-
plete description of the DELAY feature.
• Press START to restart. If you do not
pre,_s START within 15 minutes of
pausing, the washer will automatically
shut off.
STOPPING YOUR WASHER
• To stop the wash cycle, press OFF _.
• Reset the washer to SPIN to empty
water from the basket.
• Reset to a wash cycle to continue
washing the load.
CHANGING CYCLES/OPTIONS
The cycles and options selected may
be changed any time before START is
pressed. A single short tone will sound
when a selection is made. If an unavail-
able combination is selected (a hot wash
with WARM RINSE Option, for example),
three short tones will sound and the last
selection will not be accepted.
The cycle and options may be changed
after you have pressed START if the
washer is still in the wash agitation
portion of the original cycle:
STEP 1. Select the new cycle you want
by pressing one of the pads under
CYCLES. This will stop the washer.
STEP 2. Reset the options if desired.
STEP 3. Press START to restart the
washer at the beginning of the new
cycle. If you do not press START within
15 minutes of pausing, the washer will
automatically turn off.
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START
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DELAY
OFF
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This page describes the two ways
you can operate your washer. One
way is to use the PRESET MEMORY.
This will provide the recommended
fabric care settings for each cycle.
These settings have been preset at
the factory and cannot be changed.
The second way to operate your
washer is to use the CUSTOM
MEMORY. Using CUSTOM MEMORY
lets you change and store the
washer settings that you use most
frequently for each cycle.
PRE-SET MEMORY
To use the PRESET MEMORY
settings:
STEP 1. Select the cycle you want by
pressing one of the pads under
CYCLES.
STEP 2. Press PRESET MEMORY. The
indicator light for PRESET MEMORY
light will glow and the recommended
settings (chart below) will be displayed.
NOTE: Once you select PRESET
MEMORY, any changes made to
the recommended settings will not
be remembered.
STEP 3. Press START. The wash cycle
will begin.
CUSTOM MEMORY
Each time you select a cycle, the
indicator light for CUSTOM MEMORY
will glow and the console will display all
of the adjustments that were made to
the CYCLES and OPTIONS settings
the last time that cycle was started.
• To use these settings, press
START. The wash cycle will begin.
• To change any setting, or to add
options, press the appropriate pad
and press START. The washer will use
the new settings in CUSTOM MEMORY
the next time you use that cycle.
PRESET MEMORY SETTINGS
Wash/Rinse
Cycle Agitation Time Water Level Temperature*
HEAVY DUTY 10 minutes High Warm/Cold
REGULAR 10 minutes High Warm/Cold
PERMANENT PRESS 8 minutes High Warm/Cold
DELICATE 6 minutes High Warm/Cold
EXI'RA DELICATE 5 minutes High Cold/Cold
HAND WASHABLES 5 minutes High Cold/Cold
(agitation and soaking)
SOAK 31 minutes High Warm Wash/
(fast speed No Rinse
agitation/soak)
PREWASH 4 minutes High Warm Wash/
No Rinse
RINSE & SPIN 4 minutes t High No Wash/
(fast speed agitation) Cold Rinse
SPIN 6 minutes t N/A N/A
(fast speed spin)
*All temperatures in PRESET MEMORY will not have Automatic Temperature Control.
tThe total cycle time will appear in the TIME REMAINING display, including an estimate for drain times.
CHOOSING YOUR CYCLES
(Cycle Selection Pads)
Use this control to choose the right
wash cycle for the type of fabrics you
are washing.
For improved fabric care at water
levels below MEDIUM, the wash
action will automatically change.
This change will happen in every
cycle except HEAVY DUTY and
EXTRA DELICATE.
• For most loads, use the time recom-
mended in the PRESET MEMORY.
• For heavy soil and sturdy fabrics,
use the full time.
• For light soil and delicate fabrics,
use less time.
HEAVY DUTY
Use this cycle to get between 6 and 14
minutes of wash time for loads of sturdy,
colou_ast fabrics such as work clothes
and ,diapers. Cycle combines fast speed
agitation and fast spin speeds.
REGULAR
Use this cycle to get between 6 and 14
minutes of wash time for normally soiled
cottons and linens. Cycle combines slow
speed agitation and fast spin speeds.
PERMANENT PRESS
The PERMANENT PRESS Cycle
includes a load cooling process
that reduces wrinkling compared
to other cycles,
You can select 6 to 10 minutes of wash time
for use with no-iron fabrics, sport shirts,
blouses and cotton slacks. The first 2
minutes of the wash cycle have fast speed
agitation followed by the remainder at slow
speed. Next, the washer will drain and
pause for no more than two minutes while
some of the wash water is drained and
replaced with rinse water, For maximum
benefit in reducing wrinkles, do not use the
WARM RINSE Option.
The cycle is completed with a deep rinse at
fast speed agitation with '%tepped" spin
speeds (spins start at an extra-slow speed
ancl gradually move to slow speed before fin-
ishing at a fast speed to reduce wrinkling).
DELICATE
Use this cycle to get between 4 and
8 minutes of slow speed agitation for
delicate fabrics and bulky knits that
wrinkle easily. The agitation is followed
by a deep rinse and a slow spin speed.
EXTRA DELICATE
Use this cycle to get 4 to 6 minutes
of extra-slow speed agitation for sheer
fabrics and lingerie. The agitation is
followed by a deep rinse and a slow
spin speed.
HAND WASHABLES
Use this cycle to get 4 to 6 minutes
of wash time for hand washable and
special-care items. Garments are
labeled "Hand Wash" because:
° The fiber or construction may be
sensitive to agitation.
• The fabric contains sensitive dyes
that may bleed.
The wash action mirrors the way you
would treat hand washable garments in
a sink. It does this by repeating periods
of extra-slow speed agitation (10 sec-
onds) and soaking (20 seconds). Slow
spin speeds help reduce wrinkling. Do
not use HAND WASHABLES for large
items like blankets. To protect fabrics,
bleach is not dispensed during the
HAND WASHABLES Cycle.
NOTE: Some "HAND WASH" items,
particularly wool, naturally shrink
when washed either in the sink or in
the washer HAND WASHABLES Cycle.
Keep this in mind when you purchase
items labeled "HAND WASH'.' Items
that shrink should be dried flat. Block
these items by gently stretching to
original measurements.
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CHOOSING YOUR CYCLES
(Continued)
PREWASH
Use this cycle to get from 3 to 6 minutes
of agitation to help remove heavy soils
and stains that need pretreatment. The
agitation and spin will be at fast speed
unless another speed combination is
selected as described below.
SOAK
SOAK Cycle provides from 11 to
61 minutes of soaking with brief periods
of agitation to help remove heavy soils
and stains that need pretreatment. Clothes
are not rinsed following the SOAK Cycle.
The agitation and spin will be at fast speed
unless another speed combination is
selected as described below.
NOTE: PREWASH and SOAK Cycles
should be followed by a wash cycle with
additional detergent.
To select a different speed combination
for PREWASH or SOAK:
NOTE: These steps must be followed
in the order listed.
STEP 1. Add detergent to washer basket
for the PREWASH or SOAK Cycle.
STEP 2. Select the cycle you want by
pressing one of the pads under CYCLES
(see ,chart at right).
STEP 3. Press PREWASH or SOAK.
STEP 4. Make adjustments (if desired)
to WATER LEVEL, TEMPE-RATURE and
TIME REMAINING.
STEP 5. Press START. The wash cycle
will begin.
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SOAK REWAS
To automatically follow PREWASH
or SOAK with a main wash cycle:
NOTE: These steps must be followed
in the order listed.
STEP 1. Add detergent to washer basket
for the PREWASH or SOAK Cycle.
STEP 2. Add detergent for main wash
to dispenser.
STEP 3. Press PREWASH or SOAK.
STEP 4. Make adjustments (if desired)
to AGITATE TIME for PREWASH or
SOAK Cycle.
STEP 5. Select the cycle you want by
pressing one of the pads under CYCLES
(see chart below).
STEP 6. Make adjustments (if desired)
to WATER LEVEL and TEMPERATURE.
STEP 7. Make adjustments (if desired)
to AGITATE TIME for main wash cycle.
STEP 8. Press START. The wash cycle
will begin.
NOTE: The water level and temperature
will be,,the same for PREWASH or SOAK
and the main wash cycle.
PREWASH AND SOAK CYCLE
AGITATION AND SPIN SPEEDS
Agitation Spin
Speed Cycle Speed
HEAVY DUTY FAST FAST
REGULAR SLOW FAST
PERMANENT FAST SLOW
PRESS
DELICATE SLOW SLOW
EXTRA EXTRA SLOW
DELICATE SLOW
HAND INTERMITTENT SLOW
WASHABLES EXTRA SLOW
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CHOOSING YOUR CYCLES
(Continued)
RINSE AND SPIN
Use this cycle to get a deep rinse with
agitation followed by a drain and spin.
The agitation and spin will be at fast
speed unless another speed combina-
tion is selected as described below.
The TIME REMAINING display will
include an estimate of how long it will
take to fill and drain the washer.
When to use RINSE & SPIN
• For loads that need rinsing only.
• When using extra detergent with
a load.
• For completing a cycle after the
power has been off.
• To add fabric softener to clothes.
To use or change RINSE & SPIN
settings:
STEP 1. Add fabric softener to
the dispenser (if desired).
STEP 2. Select the cycle you want by
pressing one of the pads under
CYCLES.
STEP 3. Press RINSE & SPIN.
RINSE & SPIN
AGITATION AND SPIN SPEEDS
Agitation Spin
Cycle Time Speed Time Speed
HEAVY
DUTY 4 rain. FAST 6 rain. FAST
REGULAR 4 min. SLOW 6 min. FAST
PERMANENT 2 rain. FAST 1 rnin_ EXTRA SLOW
PRESS 3 rain. SLOW
1 min. FAST
DELICATE 2 rain. SLOW 4 rain. SLOW
EXTRA 2 rain. EXTRA 4 min. SLOW
DELICATE SLOW
HAND 2 min. INT. 4 min. SLOW
WASHABLES EXTRA
SLOW
STEP 4. Select WARM RINSE,
WRINKLE GUARD and/or SECOND
RINSE Options (if desired).
STEP 5. Press START. The wash cycle
will begin.
SPIN
Use this cycle to drain the washer and
spin the load. The spin will be 6 minutes
at-fast speed _Jnless another spin speed
is selected as described below,
When to use SPIN:
• To drain the washer after canceling
a cycle.
• To complete a cycle after the power
has been off:.
• To shorten drying times for some
heavy fabrics.
• To drain the washer after a long
manual soak.
• To remove water from rain wear or
beach towels, etc.
To use or change SPIN speed setting:
STEP 1. Select the cycle you want by
pressing one of the pads under CYCLES
(see chart below).
STEP 2. Press SPIN.
STEP 3. Select WRINKLE! GUARD
Option (if desired).
STEP 4. Press START. The wash cycle
will begin.
SPIN :SPEEDS AND TIMES
Spin
Cycle Time Speed
HEAVY DUTY 6 minutes FAST
REGULAR 6 minutes FAST
PERMANENT 1 minute EX.-SLOW
PRESS 3 minutes SLOW
1 minute FAST
DELICATE 4 minutes SLOW
EXTRA 4 minutes SLOW
DELICATE
HAND 4 minutes SLOW
WASHABLES
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TIME REMAINING
These pads allow you to increase or
decrease the agitation time for any wash
cycle. Minimum and maximum agitation
times vary depending on the cycle
selected (see pages 23-25).
Once a cycle is selected, the agitation
time from the last time the cycle was
used will be displayed and the AGITATE
TIME will glow.
• To increase the time, press MORE
under the TIME REMAINING display.
• To decrease the time, press LESS
under the TIME REMAINING display.
• When a wash cycle is started, the
approximate time for the complete
cycle, including an estimate for drain
times, will appear in the TIME
REMAINING display. The time will
count down to the end of the cycle.
• Once the cycle has started, you cannot
change the cycle time using the TIME
REMAINING adjustment pads.
• If you are using the delay feature,
the hours of delay time will appear in
the TIME REMAINING display until
the delay time is complete (see page
30 for instructions on using the DELAY
feature).
0 AGITATE TIME
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TIME REMAINING
SET WATER LEVEL CONTROL
This control gives you the flexibility
to save water when washing small
loads.
Your washer ets you select a water
level setting based on the '_ize of your
wash load.
• To change to a higher water level
setting after the washer has started
to agitate, press MORE under the
WATER L_EVEL display.
• For normal loads, start with the
MEDIUM (middle) setting. Adjust
up or down depending on your load.
Clothes should move 1freely and roll
toward the agitator.
NOTE: When you select a water level
below MEDILJM, the washer automati-
cally lowers the agitation speed in order
to provide improved fabric ,care. This
change happens in every cycle except
HEAVY DUTY and EXTRA DELICATE.
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MEDIUM
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SMALLLOAD
ATER LEVEIL
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SET TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Your washer lets you select a wash and
rinse water temperature setting based
on the type of load you are washing.
• The wash water temperature used the
last time a cycle was run is stored in
CUSTOM MEMORY and is displayed
when the cycle is selected again.
• The TEMPERATURE Control adjusts
the temperature of the wash water only.
All rinses are cold unless the WARM
RINSE Option is selected.
• You cannot select WARM RINSE with
a hot wash due to federal standards
for energy conservation.
TEMPERATURE
WARM RINSE OPTION
Selecting this option
changes the preset cold
rinse to warrn rinse unless
a hot wash is selected.
Pressing WARM RINSE
with a hol wash selected
will result in three short
tones sou_nding - which
indicates an unavailable
option was selected.
• We recommend cold rinses for most
loads to reduce wrinkling and save
energy. Cold rinses have proven to
be as effective as warm rinses and
they save the energy necessary to
heat the water.
_PTIONS
• Warm rinse is regulated at approxi-
mately 7'5°1= for all warm rinses. This
may be a cooler warm rinse than what
you are used to, but it salves energy
and still gives you proper rinsing and
a load that is comfortable to remove.
• Warm rinse water will leave loads
dryer after the spin cycle than if you
use cold rinse water. However, warm
rinses may increase wrinkling when
line drying.
• In cold climates, warm rinse water
also provides a more comfortable tem-
perature for handling the wash load.
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SELECTING WATER TEMPERATURES
WashWater
Temperature
HOT
120°F or above
WARM
90o-110OF
COLD*
70o-90OF
Suggested Fabrics
• Work clothes
• Sturdy whites/
colorfast pastels
• Diapers
• 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
Comments
• Best cleaning for heavily soiled items
• Removes oils perspiration, greasy soils
and stains
• Prevents gra!' or yellowing
• Best for moderately soiled to lightly soiled items
• Safe for most fal:ric finishes
• Less fading a dye bleeding
• Reduces wrin g
° Best for very ligh[ly soiled items
° Saves hot wa
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.
AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE
CONTROL (ATC)
ATC takes away the worry
of undissolved detergent and
ensures consistent cleaning
results from season to season
with warm and cold washes.
ATC electronically senses and maintains
a uniform water temperature by regulating
incoming hot and cold water.
• Even in cold wash, some warm water
is let into the washer to maintain a
temperature of approximately 75°E
In very cold water, detergent may not
dissolve and clothes will not be cleaned
completely.
• ATC does not control the hot wash
water temperature.
• Warm wash is regulated at approximately
100°E
• Warm rinse is regulated at approximately
75°F for all warm rinses. This may be
a cooler warm rinse than what you are
used to, but it saves energy and still
gives you proper rinsing and a load
that is comfortable to remove.
• The second fill in the PERMANENT
PRESS Cycle is for cooling the load
and uses unregulated cold water.
ATC can be turned on and off by
pressing the pad for AUTO TEMP next
to the TEMPERATURE display.
ADJUSTABLE CYCLIE SIGNAL
A tone will sound at the end of the wash
cycle. The sound level of this tone can
be adjusted from loud to off by pressing
MORE or LI-SS under the CYCLE
SIGNAL displ_Ly.The tone you will hear
at the end of the cycle will sound as the
pads are pr,es,,;ed.
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TEMPERATURE
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CHOOSING OPTIONS
WARM RINSE
For more information on WARM RINSE,
see page 27.
WRINKLE GUARD SECOND RINSE
Selecting WRINKLE GUARD changes
the final spin in any cycle to a shorter
time and/or a lower speed to reduce
wrinkling.
Selecting this option providies a
second deep rinse with 'the same
water temperature as selected
for the first rinse.
WRINKLE GUARD can be used with
RINSE & SPIN and SPIN. We do
not recommend WARM RINSE with
WRINKLE GUARD. The difference
between final spins in cycles with
and without WRINKLE GUARD are
shown below.
SECOND RINS!-- can be added to any
main wash cycle and RINSE & SPIN.
fOPTIONS
START
O
DELAY
OFF
STATUS_
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SOAKING
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WASHING
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RINSING
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SPINNING
FINAL SPIN SPEEDS AND TIMES
Without With
WRINKLE GUARD WRINKLE GUARD
Cycle TIME SPEED TIME SPEED
HEAVY DUTY 6 minutes FAST ;! minutes FAST
REGULAR 6 minutes FAST 2 minutes FAST
PERMANENT PRESS 1 minute EXTRA SLOW 1 minute E-XTRASLOW
3 minutes SLOW 3 minutes SLOW
1minute FAST
DELICATE 4 minutes SLOW ;._minutes SLOW
EXTRA DELICATE 4 minutes SLOW 2 minutes SLOW
HAND WASHABLES 4 minutes SLOW 2 minutes SLOW
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OPERATING CONTROLS
START
Press START to start your washer after
a cycle has been selected. Be sure all
desired cycle adjustments and options
have been selected.
DELAY
You can use the DELAY feature to
temporarily stop the washer cycle
or to delay the start of a wash cycle
for up to nine hours.
To temporarily stop the wash cycle:
STEP 1. Press DELAY. The indicator
light for START will blink. Continuation
of the cycle can be delayed for up to
15 minutes.
STEP 2. Press START to resume the
cycle. If you do not press START within
15 minutes,, the washer will automatically
shut off.
To delay the start of the wash cycle:
STEP 1. Load the washer and fill the
dispensers.
STEP 2. Close the washer lid.
STEP 3. Select the desired cycle fabric
care settings and option selections.
STEP 4. Press DELAY. 1H (one hour) will
be displayed in the TIME REMAINING
window. The indicator lights for START
and DELAY will glow.
STEP 5. i--or a longer delay time, pres=
MORE below the TIME REMAINING
display window. The time will increase
in one ho,Jr steps up to nine hours.
STEP 6. For a shorter delay time, pres
LESS below the TIME REMAINING
display window. ThE, time will decrease
in one hour steps.
NOTE: Do not press START. The
washer will automatically start after
the selected delay time has passed.
To cancel DELAY do any
of the following:
• Press SfART to begin the cycle
immediately.
• Press OFF to turn the ,washer off.
• Press one of the pads under CYCLES
to select a new cycle.
OFF
Selecting this control turns the washer
off. It cannot be restarted from where
it was stopped in the cycle.
• Reset the washer to SPIN to empty
water from the basket.
= Reset to _.wash cycle to continue
washing the load.
_OPTIONS
D
START
0
DELAY
OFF
STATUSm
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SOAKING
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WASHING
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SPINNING
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INDICATOR LIGHTS
CYCLE LIGHTS
Located above each pad under
CYCLES, these lights show the cycle
you have selected.
MEMORY LIGHTS
These lights show if the washer is oper-
ating in CUSTOM MEMORY or PRESET
MEMORY. See page 22 for a complete
description of PRESET and CUSTOM
MEMORY.
OPTION LIGHTS
These lights show the setting of the
WATER LEVEL, TEMPERATURE and
TIME REMAINING.
RINSE OPTION LIGHTS
These lights show when WARM RINSE,
WRINKLE GUARD and/or SECOND
RINSE have been added to the cycle.
START AND DELAY LIGHTS
These lights show that the washer has
started or temporarily stopped or that
DELAY has been selected.
STATUS LIGHTS
Located on the right side of the
console, these lights show in what
portion of the cycle the washer is
operating: SOAKING, WASHING,
RINSING or SPINNING.
SELF-CLEANING LINT FILTER
Lint is filtered from the load
automatically- there's no
messy cleanup.
Your washer features a self-cleaning
filter that trap_; lint from the water while
the washer is washing and deep rinsing
the laundry. The trapped lint is flushed
down the drai_'_automatically. You don't
have to clean the filter.
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QUIET PAK" PLUS
The QUIET PAKTM System is designed to
reduce water sounds and ringing noises.
The cabinet i,,_insulated with sound-
dampening materials for superior vibra-
tion and sound-damping characteristics.
A sound-absorbing blanket under the
motor and gearcase also helps to insulate
the washer to reduce vibration noise.
TRIPLE ACTION" AGITATOR
Kenmore's exclusive TRIPLE ACTION"
Agitator gives you the most flexible
fabric care for even your largest loads.
The TRIPLE ACTION TM Agitator moves
in three directions, depending on
load size, to ensure
proper cleaning. The
best cleaning action in
your washer takes place
at the bottom where the
agitator vanes move
back and forth to flex
the fabric, loosening
the soil.
The upper portion
of the agitator
features special
vanes that push
the clothes down in
a spiraling pattern to where the cleaning
action is, displacing the clothes that
are there with a "roll-over" motion.
For your largest loads, the
TRIPLE ACTION TM Agitator offers a
load-sensing feature that actually
senses when you are washing a
really large load and responds by
telling the top part of the agitator to
move in an additional up and down
motion. This ensures that all clothes
get moved down to the lower vanes.
UNDERSTANDING NORMAL
WASHER SOUNDS
Your new washer may make sounds
that your old one didn't. Because the
sounds are unfamiliar, you may be
concernec' 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 a lower water level. With this lower
water level, you may hear a clicking sounc
from the Ul:,per portion ol=the agitator.
During Drain
The rate that water is drained from your
washer defends 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.
When Selecting a Cycle, a Cycle
Adjustment, or a Cycle Option
• A single tone will sound whenever a
selection is accepted by the program.
• Three short tones wil! sound if an
unavailable selection is made (a hot
wash with WARM RINSE, for example).
• The sound level of the selection tones
is not adjusl:able.
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USING YOUR
TRIPLE DISPENSER
The triple dispenser makes your
washer truly automatic by making
it unnecessary for you to return to
the washer during the cycle to put in
detergent, bleach, or fabric softener.
By using the triple dispenser, you are
assured of proper fabric care by ensuring
that detergent, bleach, and fabric softener
are introduced into the washer at the
proper time and properly diluted.
How It Works
The triple dispenser directs fresh
water from the washer inlet valve to
the dispensers.
The water directed to the dispenser
will be warm if both faucets are turned
on fully, regardless of wash or rinse
temperature selections. This is to ensure
good dilution of laundry products. The
amount of warm water is not enough to
harm delicate or non-colorfast fabrics.
USING THE DETERGENT
DISPENSER
This dispenser will automatically dispense
either liquid cr dry detergents. It holds
and automatically dispenses the detergent
at the beginning of the main wash cycle.
Warm water is used for dispensing regard-
less of water tenperature selected. The
amount of warm water is not enough to
harm delicate or non-colon'ast fabrics.
SOAK and PRE'WASH Cycles
• Add detergent or presoak product to
washer basket for SOAK or PREWASH
Cycles. The detergent dispenser will not
dispense in these cycles.
• If you are following SOAK or PREWASH
with a regular wash cycle, add detergent
for the main wash into the dispenser.
Then add detergent or presoak product
for the SOAK or PREWASEt Cycles into
the washer basket. This will permit you
to use the SOAK and PREWASH Cycles
without returning to the washer.
• Follow paclKage recommendations
for the amount to use. Add ,clothes to
washer.
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If using Powdered Detergent:
• Remove the Liquid Detergent Cup or
the Flow Diverter. Powdered detergent
can clog these parts. Add detergent
directly to dispenser.
If using Liquid Detergent:
° Use the Liquid Detergent Cup and
Flow Diverter only for liquid detergents.
• Do not overfill or dispenser will empty
too soon. Dispenser holds lh cup.
Liquid deterg_
FI0wdiverter
USING THE LIQUID CHLORINE
BLEACH DISPENSER
Automatically dispenses bleach at
the proper time in the cycle to ensur
the cleanest and brightest loads.
Always measure liquid chlorine bleacl
Use a measuring cup, do not guess. Dc
not pour directly from bottle. Never use
more than 1 cup for a full load. Use le_
with smaller loads. Follow manufactureJ
directions for safe use. A cup with a
pouring spout will help you avoid spillin(
After loading the waslner, pour measured
liquid chlorite bleach carefully into the
dispenser.
• To protect fabrics, bleach is not dis-
pensed during the SOAK, PREWASH
or HAND WASHABLE-S Cycles.
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• Do not let bleach splash, drip, or run
down into washer basket. Undiluted
bleach will damage any fabric it touches.
• Start the washer. Bleach will be
dispensed automatically after the
detergent has had time to work.
NOTE: Do not use this dispenser to add
powdered chlorine or color-safe bleach
to your wash load. The dispenser is for
liquid chlorine bleach only.
• Do not overfill or dispenser will
empty too soon. Look for the level
that reads "DO NOT FILL ABOVE
THIS LEVEl". Dispenser holds 1 cup.
Liquidchlorine
bleachdispenser
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bleach dispenser
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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.
• Add warm water to fill the dispenser
to the level lhat reads "DO NOT FILL
ABOVE THIS LEVEL"
• Do not ovetl=ill or dispenser will
empty too soon causing stains on
load. Dispenser holds 2/3,cup.
• Fabric softener is dispensed in
SECOND RINSE if SECOND RINSE
is selected.
NOTE: Undiluted fabric softener spilled
on fabric may result in spots that look
like oil stains.
Liquidfabricsoftener
To clean the Liquid Fabric
Softener Dispenser:
Scrub with a brush using a liquid laundry
detergent solulion. Never use any clean-
ing fluids on dispenser parts as damage
can result to the plastic.
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UNDERSTANDING WHAT
HAPPENS IN EACH CYCLE
PERMANENT PRESS
PREWASH
Fill to |_ Fill to
selected level I _ j selected level
T T
Wash W Wash
selected time selected time
T T
Partial
Drain
Drain .-
no spin
Pause
Spin
Fill for
cooldown
Wash
Off for
PREWASH
only or
wash cycle
follows
Drain -
no spin
Spin
Fill to
selected level
Rinse
Drain -
no spin
Spin
SOAK
Fill to
selected level
Repeated
agitation and
soak periods
Off for SOAK
only or
wash cycle
follows
Off or
SECOND RINSE
ALL OTHER
CYCLES
Fill to
selected I_
Wash
selected til
Drain -
no spin
Spin
Fill to
selected lew
Rinse
Drain -
no spin
Spin
Off or
SECOND RINSE
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PREPARING CLOTHES
FOR WASHING
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Follow these recommendations
to help you prolong the life of
your garments.
• Close zippers, snaps, and hooks to
avoid snagging other items. Remove
pins, buckles, and other hard objects
to avoid scratching the washer interior.
Remove non-washable trim and
ornaments.
• Empty pockets and turn them
inside out.
• Turn down cuffs, brush away lint
and dirt.
• Turn synthetic knits inside out to
avoid pilling.
° Tie strings and sashes so they will
not tangle.
• Mend tears, loose hems, and seams.
• Treat spots and stains.
• Stained or wet garments should be
washed promptly for best results.
SORTING
• Separate heavily soiled items from
lightly soiled ones, even if they
would qormally be washed together.
Separ_Lte lint giw_rs (towels, chenille)
from lint takers (corduroy, synthetics,
permar, ent press). When possible,
turn lint givers inside out.
• Separate dark co_ors from light colors,
colorfast items from non-colorfast item.,
• Sort 13yfabric and construction
(sturdy (:ottons, knits, delicate items).
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 reappear later.
• Load washer properly and select correct
water level setting. Overloading or
packing the machine, and selecting a
setting too small for the wash load can:
• cause poor cleaning
• increase wrinkling
• create excessive lint
• wear out items faster
(because of pilling)
• Load by the amount of space items
take up, not by their weight.
• Mix large and small items in each load.
Load evenly to maintain washer balance.
An off-balance load can make the
washer vibrate during spin.
• Use a higher water level setting to reduce
wrinkling with permanent press clothes
and some synthetic knits. These items
should have more room to move in the
water than heavy items (towels, jeans).
• Reduce wash time by using a lower
water level setting. Loads with only a
few small items need less wash time.
LOADING SUGGESTIONS
For these suggested full-sized loads,
set the W,_,TER LEVEL pad to the
highesl water level ,,setting.
SUPE'R CAPACITY PLUS WASHER5
Heavy Work
Clothes
4 jeans
4 workpants
4 workshirts
2 sweatshirt_;
2 sweatpant:;
Towels
10 bath towels
10 hand towels
14 wash cloths
Mixed Load
3 sheets
(1 king, 2 twin)
4 pillowcases
3 shirts
3 blouses
9 T-shirts
9 shorts
10 handkerchiefs
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CLEANING 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 in your
washer. They can damage the finish.
Check all pockets for pins, clips, money,
bolts, nuts, etc. Do not lay these objects
on your washer after emptying pockets.
Interior
Clean interior with 1 cup 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 bulges, kinks,
cuts, wear, or leaks are found. When
replacing your inlet hoses, mark the
date of replacement on the label with
a permanent marker.
FLUORESCENT CONSOLE LIGHT
Lights the console and washer top. The
light is turned on and off by a rocker
switch at the right front top of the console,
partially under the washer console lid.
To turn the light on:
STEP 1. Push the lower part of the
switch down and hold for a few seconds
until the light starts to glow.
STEP 2. Release the switch, the light
will turn on.
Changing the Fluorescent Light'Bulb:
STEP 1. Unplug the washer power
supply oord from the electrical supply.
STEP 2. Open the lid of the console
by lifting the left and right front edges
of the textured lid.
STEP 3. PuLl off and remove the plastic
light cover.
STEP 4. Remove the bulb by rotating
it in the socke,ts. Rotate the top of the
bulb toward the washer, the bottom of
the bulb towa_'d you.
STEP 5. Put t3e new bulb in the socket•
Rotate the top of the bulb toward you
and the bottor_l of the bulb toward the
console to lock it in place.
STEP 6. Replace the plastic light cover.
STEP 7. Close the top of the console by
pushing down on the left and right front
edges of the: textured lid.
STEP 8. Plug the washer power supply
cord into the el,_ctrical supply.
To turn the light off, push the upper part
of the switch.
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WINTER STORAGE
OR MOVING CARE
Install and store your washer where
it will not freeze. Because some water
may stay in the hoses, freezing can
damage your washer. If storing or
moving your washer during freezing
weather winterize it.
To winterize washer:
1. Shut off both water faucets.
2. Disconnect and drain water inlet
hoses.
3. Put 1 quart of R.V.-type antifreeze
in the basket.
4. Run washer on a SPIN setting for
about 30 seconds to mix the anti-
freeze and water. Some of the mixture
will pump out while the washer spins.
5. Unplug the power supply cord.
To use washer again:
1. Flush water pipes and hoses.
2. Reconnect water inlet hoses.
3. Turn on both water faucets.
4. Reconnect power supply cord.
5. Run the washer through a complete
cycle with 1 cup of detergent to clean
out antifreeze.
NON-LISE OR VACATION CARE
Operate your washer only when you
are at home. If you will be on vacatio=
not using your washer for an extende
period cf time, you should:
• Unplug the power supply cord or tur
off electrical power to the washer.
• Turn off the water supply to the wasf
This h_lps avoid accidental flooding
(due to a water pressure surge) whik
you ar_ away.
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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 48.
Problem Possible Cause Solution
Message Codes
"LF"
(Long Fill)
Inlet hoses are kinked or
clogged.
Water valve screens are not clear.
Straighten inlet hoses.
Clear screens of any foJ_eignmaterial.
"LD" Drain hose is kinked or clogged. Straighten or unplug hose.
(Long Drain)
"FF" Problem with water level Call for service.
(Fill Failure) sensing system.
"OL" Lid is open during drain or spin. Close lid.
(Open Lid)
"PF" Power to washer went off Press an,./pad to clear the display.
(Power Failure) during cycle. Restart the washer from the beginning
of the cycle.
Washer Leaks Household plumbing is leaking. Repair plumbing.
Inlet hoses not tight. Tighten h3ses
(see "INSTALLATION',_Section D).
Inlet hose washers not Reseat washers.
properly seated. (see "INSTALLATION',' Section D).
Drain hose not properly Clamp drain hose.
clamped or is off. (see "INSTALLATION',' Section C).
Drain is clogged. Remove ¢rain clogs. Sink, standpipe,
or floor drain must be able to handle
17 gallons of water per minute.
Tub moved forward during Ensure tub is centered before
unloading, causing water to starting washer.
deflect off of tub ring.
Unit not level causing water
to deflect off of tub ring.
Load is unbalanced. Spray
rinses are deflecting off of load.
Washer is overloaded. Fills or
spray rinses are deflecting
off of load.
Ensure front feet are installedand
nuts are tightened. Level washer.
Reset rear legs
(see "INSIALLATION; Section F).
Redistribute the load.
Reduce load size.
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Problem Possible Cause Solution
Won't Drain/ Drain hose is kinked or Straighten or unplug hose
Won't Spin/ clogged, (see "INSTALLATION_' Section C),
Wet Loads
Correct operation of After a wash or rinse, the washer v
neutral drain, drain without spinning. After drainir
the spinning begins.
Lid is open. Close the lid.
Drain hose is more than Lcwer drain hose
96 inches above floor. (see "INSTALLATION_' Section C).
Too much detergent - Use less detergent.
excessive sudsing.
Wrong cycle for load Chaose a cycle wkh a higher spin
being washed, speed (see "OPERATION").
Low voltage or using an Check electrical source or call
extension cord. electrician. Do not use extension
('or(Is.
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 C).
Continues
to Drain/ Drain hose fits tightly into Adjust drain hose for loose fit.
Cycle Stuck standpipe. (see "INSTALLATION;' Section C),
Drain hose taped into Do not seal off drain hose with tape.
standpipe. The drain hose needs an air gap.
Washer Makes Load is unbalanced. Redistribute load.
Noise Washer is not level. Level washer. Reset rear legs
Rear leveling legs not set, (see "INSTALLATION_' Section F).
Nuts on front feet not tight, Tighten nuts
(see "lNSTALLA-HON;' Section F).
Yellow shipping strap with Remove strap with cotter pins.
cotter pins not completely (see "INSTALLATION;' Section B).
removed.
Floor not strong enough Relocate washer
to support washer. (see "INSTALLATION;' Section A).
Gears engaging after drain This is _ormal.
and before spin.
Upper part of agitator clicks This is normal.
during wash.
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Problem Possible Cause Solution
Won't Fill/ Water inlet valve Clean screens.
Won't Rinse/ screens are plugged.
Won't Agitate/ Water is turned off. Turn on water.
Wrong
Temperature Hot and cold hoses are Reverse hoses
reversed. (see "INSTALLATION;' Section D).
Inlet hose is kinked. Straighten hoses.
Power cord not plugged in. Plug in power cord.
Machine Power cord not plugged in. Plug in power cord.
Stops
No power at plug. Check electrical source or call
elect'ician.
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.
OFF pad was pressed. Set a new wash cycle and press
START pad.
DELAY pad was pressed. Press START pad to restart washer.
If console light is off, set a new wash
cycle, then press START pad.
Washer 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 higher than the highest water
Completely level. This creates a perception
Filling of the washer not being full.
Tub is Tub pulled forward when Ensure tub is centered before
Crooked unloading, starting washer,
Tub moves. This is normal.
Unit not level. Ensure fiont feet are installed and
nuts are tightened. Level washer.
Reset rear legs
(see "_NSTALLATION; Section F).
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Problem Possible Cause Solution
Lint on Load Improper sorting. Sorl lint givers from linttakers
a_ndby color.
Overloading. Lint ;an betrapped inload if
overloaded.Wash smaller loads.
Paper or tissue in pockets. Clean out pockets before washing.
Not enough detergent. Use enough detergent to
hold lint in water.
Detergent not dissolving, Use Automatic Temperature Control
Water temperatures lower (ATC), ATC ensures wash water
than 60°E temperature will be 'warmer than 70°E
Tearing Overloading. Improper Load:_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 itemsnot removed Clean out pockets before washing.
from pockets; fasteners Zip zippers before washing.
not fastened.
Items damaged before Mend rips and broken threads in
washing, seams before washing.
Stains on Improper use of fabric Dilute "abric softener and add to
Load softener in washer or dryer, deep nnse only.
Iron in water (rust). Inst,_ll_n iron filter.
Under use ofdetergent 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.
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Problem Possible Cause Solution
Load is Not removing load promptly. Unload the washer as soon as it st(
Wrinkled
Wrong cycle for fabrics Use cold rinses and cycles with slo\
being washed, sl:in speeds to reduce wrinkling.
Overloading. Loads should move freely during
wash. Wash smaller loads.
Wash water not warm enough Use Automatic Temperature Control
to relax wrinkles. Using warm (ATC). If safe for fabric, use warm or
rinses, hot wash water. Use cold rinse water
Hoses reversed. Reverse hoses
(see "INSTALLATION," Section D).
Load is Overloading. Loads should move freely during
Tangled/ wash. Wash smaller loads.
Twisted
Clothes wrapped around Do not wrap items around agitator
agitator, whe_lloading washer.
Clogged Not diluting softener. Dilute fabric softener in dispenser.
Dispensers/
Bleach Use of color-safe bleach in Acidcolor-safe bleach directly to the
Leaking/ chlorine bleach dispenser, basket or detergent dispenser. Do
Bleach on not use chlorine bleach dispenser,
Wrong Loads
Improper use of chlorine bleach. Always measure bleach before adding
to the dispenser. Carefully pour into
the, dispenser. Wipe up bleach spills.
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 you 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 we meet our pledge to you...
"We Service What We Sell;'
Sears Maintenance Agreement
Maintain the value of your Kenmore
Washer with a Sears Maintenance
Agreement. Kenmore washers are
designed, manufactured, and tested
for years of dependable operation.
Yet any appliance may require service
from time to time.
The Sears Maintenance Agreeme
• Is your way to buy tomorrow's
service at today's prices.
• E;im_nates repair bills resulting
from normal use.
• Allows for as many service calls
as required.
• Provides for service by profession_
Sears, Trained Technicians.
• Even if you don't need repairs, the
Maintenance Agreement offers an
annual preventative maintenance
checkup at your request!
For more information,
call 1-800-827-6655.
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need delivered directlyto your home
Call7 am - 7 pm, 7 daysa week
1-800-366-PART
(1-800-366-7278)
For in-home major brandrepair service
Call24 hours a day,7 days a week
1-800-4-REPAIR
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For the location ofa Sears Parts and
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Call 24 hours aday, 7 days a week
1-800-488-1222
For information on purchasinga Sears
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