Owner's Manual and
Installation Instructions
Electronic Three-Speed
AUTOMATIC WASHERS
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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. www.sears.com
Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8 www.sears.ca
3953137A PRINTED IN USA 7/99
BEFORE USING YOUR NEW WASHER ....... 2
KENMORE AUTOMATIC WASHER WARRANTY 3
WASHER SAFETY ........... 4
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 6
OPERATING YOUR WASHER 21
LAUNDRY TIPS ............ 39
CARING FOR YOUR WASHER 41
TROUBLESHOOTING ........ 42
SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT 47
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.
Use the space below to record the model
number and serial number of your new
Kenmore washer.
Model No. __
Serial No.
Date of Purchase
-- __'_Model and Serill
Number Plate
Keep this book and your Sears
Sales check (receipt) in asafe
place for future reference.
Limited Lifetime Warranty on
White Porcelain Basket
For the lifetime of the washer from the
date of purchase, Sears will replace the
white porcelain wash basket if it chips
or rusts due to defective material or
workmanship, You will be charged for
labor after the first year.
Limited 10-Year Warranty on
Plastic Tub*
For the second through tenth year from
the date of purchase, Sears will replace
the plastic tub if it is defective in
material or workmanship. You will be
charged for labor after the first year.
Limited 5-Year Warranty on
Gearcase Parts*
For the second through fifth year from
the date of purchase, Sears will replace
any gearcase parts that are defective in
material or workmanship. You will be
charged for labor after the first year.
Limited 2-Year Warranty on
Electronic Control Board
For two years from the date of
purchase, Sears will replace the
electronic control board if it is
defective in material or workmanship,
You will be charged for labor after the
first year.
Full 1-Year Warranty on
"Spreckle" Porcelain Basket
For one year from the date of
purchase, when this washer is installed
and operated according to the instruc-
tions that come with it, Sears will
replace the "spreckle" (speckled sur-
face) porcelain wash basket if it chips
or rusts due to defective material or
workmanship.
Full 1-Year Warranty on
Mechanical and Electrical parts
For one year from the date of pur-
chase, when this washer is installed
and operated according to the instruc-
tions that come with it, Sears will repair
or replace any of its mechanical or
electrical parts if they are defective in
material or workmanship.
Warranty Restriction
If this washer is operated for any pur-
pose other than private family use, all
warranty coverage is restricted to 90
days from the date of purchase.
Warranty Service
Warranty service is available by
contacting your nearest Sears Service
Center in the United States or Canada.
This warranty applies only while this
washer is used in the United States or
Canada.
This warranty gives you specific legal
rights and you may also have other
rights that vary from state to state or
province to province.
Sears, Roebuck and Co.,
Dept 817WA,
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Sears Canada Inc., Toronto,
Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8
*In Canada a different warranty may apply.
In the U.S. for Sears warranty information or
to contact a Sears Service Center, call
1-800-4-MY-HOME sM(1-800-469-4663).
In Canada, call 1-877-533-6937.
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Your safety and the safety of others is very important.
We have provided many importantsafety messages in this manualand on
your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to
hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety
messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and
the word "DANGER" or "WARNING". These words mean:
You will be killed or seriously
injured if you don't follow
instructions.
You can be killed or seriously
injured if you don't follow
instructions.
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the
chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not
followed.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when
using your washer, fellow basic precautions, including the following:
• Read all instructions before using the • Do not allow children to play on or in the
washer, washer. Close supervision of children is
• Do not wash articles that have been necessary when the washer is used near
previously cleaned in, washed in, children.
soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, • Before the washer is removed from
dry-cleaning solvents, other flammable service or discarded, remove the lid.
or explosive substances as they give off • Do not reach into the washer if the tub or
vapors that could ignite or explode, agitator is moving.
• Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning • Do not install or store this washer where
solvents, or other flammable or it will be exposed to the weather.
explosive substances to the wash water. • Do not tamper with controls.
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 severai min-
utes. 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 repair or replace any part of the
washer or attempt any servicing unless
specifically recommended in the Owner's
Manual or in published user-repair
instructions that you understand and
have the skills to carry out,
• See Installation Instructions for grounding
requirements.
SAVE THESEINSTRUCTIONS
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INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
For a complete list of tools and parts
needed, see pages 7-9.
A. SELECT LOCATION
FOR YOUR WASHER (pgs. 11-13)
Recessed Area/
Closet Installation Instructions (p. 11) Laundry Tub Drain System (p, 12)
39 in
(99 cm)
Q
Standpipe Drain System (p. 13) Floor Drain System (p. 13)
B,REMOVESHIPPINGSTRAP(p,14)
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Tools Needed:
Scissors Flashlight (optional
depending on installation)
C, CONNECT DRAIN HOSE (pgs, 15-16)
pA_NsDHIST
Tools Needed: Parts Needed:
Su
Pliers that open
to l_'e in (3.95 cm) f11_q
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)
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D, CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WASHER (pgs. 16-17)
Tools Needed:
Pliers that open to lg_ in (3.95 cm)
Flashlight (optional
depending on
installation)
PaNs Needed:
2 water inlet hoses
4 flat water inlet hose washers
E. CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WATER FAUCETS (pg. 17)
Tools Needed: PaNs Needed:
Pliers that open to 1_,, in (3.95 cm)
Bucket
(optional Flashlight (optional
depending on depending on
8 installation) installation)
2 water inlet hoses
SECURE DRAIN HOSE (p, 18)
Tools Needed: Parts Needed:
Flashlight (optional
depending on installation) Shipping strap with fastener
G, LEVEL WASHER (p. 19)
Tools Needed: Parts Needed:
_-in (1.45 cm)
open-end wrench
Flashlight (optional
depending on installation) Wood block
2 front leveling legs with nuts
(supplied with washer)
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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 an individual branch circuit.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into agrounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions
can result in death, fire, or
electrical shock.
This washer is equipped with a power
supply cord having a 3-prong grounding
plug. To minimize possible shock hazard,
you must plug the power supply cord into
amating 3-prong grounding4ype 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
Grounding \ III //
ng
Power supply
cord
• For a grounded, cord-
connected washer:
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This washer must be grounded. In the
event of malfunction or breakdown,
grounding will reduce the risk of electri-
cal shock by providing a path of least
resistance for electric current. This
washer is equipped with a cord having
an equipment-grounding conductor and
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
by aqualified electrician.
•For a permanently connected
washer:
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This washer must be connected to
a grounded metal, permanent wiring
system, or an equipment grounding
conductor must be run with the circuit
conductors and connected to the
equipment-grounding terminal or lead
on the appliance.
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A. SELECT LOCATION
FOR YOUR WASHER -
RECESSED AREA/
CLOSET INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
This washer may be installed in a recessed area or closet.
19 in
(48.3 _m)
*0 in-_= _27in_
(0 cm) (686 cm) _--*0 in -_1 inJ<F251/2 in _4in
(0 cm) (2.5 cm) (648 cm) (10.2 cm)
r
48 in2
(310cm2)-
minimum
ventilation
area
24in2
(155cm_)
minimum-
ventilation
area
3 in
_(7.6 cm)
FrontView Side View FrontView
(Door NotShown) (Door Shown) (DoorWithVent)
*Additionalclearancetot wall, doorandfloor moldingsmay herequired.
TOreducetransferofwashersounds,a clearanceofI in (2.5 cm) onthe sidesotthe washeris recommended.
•The installation spacing is in inches
(centimeters) 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 minimum
air openings in top and bottom are
required. Leuvered 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, 13)
• Floor drain system (p. 13)
Do not store or operate washer at or
below 32°F (0°C) (some water may
remain in washer), See page 41 for
winterizing information.
Proper installation is your responsibility,
Make sure you have everything neces-
sary for correct installation including the
following points:
Grounded receptacle: Must
be within 4 ft (1.2 m) of where
the power cord is attached to
the back of the washer.
Support: Floor must be sturdy
enough to support a total weight of
315 Ibs (143 kg) (including washer,
water, and load weight).
Hot and cold water faucets:
Must provide water pressure
between 20-100 psi and be
within 4 fl (1.2 m) of the hot and
cold water fill valves attached to
the back of the washer. Laundry tub drain system:
_% Needs a minimum 20 gal
(76 L) laundry tub.
Level floor: Maximum least 39 in (99 cm)
allowable slope under entire above floor and no
washer -1 in (2.5 cm). higher than 96 in
(2.4 m) from bottom
of washer.
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ALTERNATE LOCATIONS -
STANDPIPE AND FLOOR DRAIN SYSTEMS
Siphon break: Must be purchased
separately. See chart below.
39 in
(99 cm)
Standpipe drain system: Needs a 2 in (5 cm)
minimum diameter standpipe with minimum
carry-away capacity of 17 gal (64 L) per
minute. Top of standpipe must be at least
39 in (99 cm) above floor and no higher than
96 in (2.4 m) from bottom of washer.
Floor drain system: Requires a siphon
break, see chart below. A minimum carry-away
capacity of 17 gaI (64 L) per minute is
required.
If you have: You will need to buy:
Laundry tub or standpipe Sump pump system
taller than 96 in (2.4 m) (if not already available)
1 in (2.5 cm) diameter standpipe 2 in (5 cm) diameter to 1 in (2.5 cm)
diameter standpipe adapter, Part No.
3363920
Overhead sewer Standard 20 gal (76 L) 39 in (99 cm) tall
drain tub or utility sink and sump pump
(available from local plumbing suppliers)
Floor drain Siphon break, Part No. 285320;
additional drain hose, Part No. 3357090;
and Connector Kit, Part No. 285442
Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center: In the United
States, call 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278). in Canada, call 1-877-533-6937.
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B. REMOVE SHIPPING STRAP
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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. Do not cut yellow strap. Pull
yellow strap firmly, until completely
removed from washer. Depending on
your model, there should be either two
or three cotter pins on the end of the
shipping strap when it is pulled out of
the washer, The electrical plug is
attached to this shipping strap.
Electrical plug
STEP 2. 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.
L
STEP 3. Cut the shipping strap about
16 in (40 cm) from plug end. Look for the
words "CUT HERE." Discard end with the
cotter pins. Slide remainder of shipping
strap free from the electrical plug. You
will use this to secure the drain hose.
\
ippingstrap
PULL
Pin
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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:
IMPORTANT: To ensure proper installa-
tion, this procedure must be followed
exactly.
a. Wet the inside of the straight end of the
drain hose with tap water. DO NOT
USE ANY OTHER LUBRICANT.
b, Squeeze ears of silver, double-wire
clamp with pliers to open, Place clamp
over the straight end of the drain hose
in (6 mm) from the end.
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.
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d. Place clamp over area marked
"CLAMR" Release clamp.
(6Y_rnnrn)_ Drain H°se _, _
(6 mm)
If you have: You will need to buy:
Drain hose that is too short Drain hose, Part No. 388423 and
hose kit, Part No. 285442
Drain hose that is too long Hose kit, Part No. 285442
A problem with lint clogging your drain Drain protector, Part No. 367031
Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Cente[ In the United
States, call 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278). in Canada, call 1-877-533-6937.
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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.
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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
intothe washer:
• Do not straighten hooked end of drain
hose and force excess drain hose into
standpipe. Hose should be secure but
loose enough to provide a gap for air.
• Do not lay excess drain hose in bottom
of laundry tub.
D. CONNECT INLET HOSES
TO WASHER
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Proper connection of your inlet hoses
will allow hot and cold water to enter
your washer properly. We recommend
connecting both the hot and cold
water inlet hoses for optimal perfor-
mance of your washer. If you only
connect one water hose, you must
cap off the remaining water inlet port.
NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after five
years of use to reduce the risk of hose
failure. Periodically inspect and replace
inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear,
or leaks are found. When replacing
your inlet hoses, mark the date of
replacement on the label with a
permanent marker.
STEP 1. Insert one new, flat washer
(from the parts bag) into each end of
the inlet hoses. Check that washers
are firmly seated in couplings.
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COUPLING WASHER
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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 two4hirds turn with pliers to
tighten coupling. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN;
this could damage the valves.
ColdWater
InletValve
E, CONNECTINLETHOSES
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.
Water
Inlet
Valve
STEP 3. Attach the hose with the blue
coupling to the cold water (top) inlet valve.
Screw on coupling by hand. Make an addi-
tional two4hirds turn with pliers to tighten
coupling, DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN; this
could damage valves.
STEP 2, Attach the hose with the red
coupling to the hot water faucet, Screw
on coupling by hand. Make an additional
two4hirds turn with pliers to tighten
coupling. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN;
this could damage the coupling.
STEP 3. Attach the hose with the blue
coupling to the cold water faucet.
Screw on coupling by hand. Make an
additional two4hirds 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
may enter the washer. You will drain this
later.
If you have: You will need to buy:
Water faucets beyond the 2 longer water fill hoses:
reach of water fill hoses 6 ft (1.8 m), Part No. 76314
10 ft (3.0 m), Part No. 350008
Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center. In the United
States, call 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278). In Canada, call 1-877-533-6937.
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F. SECURE DRAIN HOSE
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Securing the drain hose properly will
protect your floors from damage due
to water leakage.
STEP 1. Move washer to its final
location.
STEP 2. Locate the remaining piece
of shipping strap (not the end with the
cotter pins) from STEP 3 of
"REMOVE SHIPPING STRAP." 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.
Fastener
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G. LEVEL WASHER
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Leveling your washer properly pre-
vents excessive noise and vibration.
To install front legs:
STEP 1. Prop front of washer up (about
4 in [10.2 cm]). Use a wood block or
another object that will support the weight
of the washer. If washer was placed
against a wall, move the washer out
slightly before tipping it up.
STEP 2. With one of the legs in hand,
screw lock nut onto leg _ in (9.5 mm)
from top of leg base. This is the
recommended initial setting.
STEP 3. Screw leg into washer base
by hand until nut reaches washer base.
Repeat for other leg.
STEP 5. Move washer to its final
location.
STEP 6. Tilt washer forward until rear
of washer is at least 3 in (7.6 cm) off floor.
You may hear the self-adjusting rear
legs click into place. Lower washer to
floor. Check levelness of the washer
by placing a level on top of the washer,
first side4o-side; then front4o-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 _ in (1.43 cm)
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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STEP 4. Tilt washer backward until front
of washer is off the wood block. Remove
wood block. Gently lower washer to floor.
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REVIEW INSTALLATION
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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.
I Check electrical requirements.
Be sure you have correct electrical
supply and recommended grounding
method.
I Check that you have:
• All the tools you started with.
• Removed all packaging materials.
• Removed shipping strap with
cotter pins.
• Installed all parts listed on
pages 7-9.
[ Check that:
• The washer is level.
• The nuts on the front legs are tight.
[ Check that the water faucets are
turned on.
FINAL STEPS
I Plug power supply cord into
grounded outlet.
I Remove the blue protective film on the
console and any tape remaining on
washer.
[ Take a few minutes and read the
Operating Instructions (pages 21-38)
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,
Fire Hazard
LID INSTRUCTIONS
These instructions are found under the
lid of your washer.
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,
POWDER or LIQUID f-_--_.._
DETERGENT
Dissolves powder or liquid detergents
before applying to load. When desired
add powder or liquid color safe bleach
to this dispenser.
BLEACHLIQUIDCHLORINE
Dilutes liquid chlorine bleach and adds
it to the wash at the right Ume to prevent
bleach spotting. DO NOT ADD POWDER
OR LIQUID COLOR SAFE BLEACH TO
THIS DISPENSER.
FABRIC SOFTENER _
Dilutes fabric softener and adds
it to the rinse at the correct time
to prevent softener staining.
(continued on next page)
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1. SELECT CYCLE These cycles are preprogrammed to provide the
best washing performance and fabric care.
2. PUSH START BU'I-rON ........ Lid must be closed to complete cycle.
- OR -
3. SELECT & ADJUST - OPTIONS and MODIFIERS.
Make these selections to personalize your
washing technique before you push START.
•CATALYST Add to any cycle. Removes tough soils and
everyday stains.
•RINSE OPTIONS Provides additional rinsing and spinning.
•WATER LEVEL Adjust to load size.
•WASH/RINSE TEMP ........ Adjust to type of fabric and soil. Use AUTO TEMP
selections for best wash performance.
HEAVYDUTY AUTOON
REGULAR SELECTABEE
PERMANENTPRESS SELECTABEE
HANDWASH/CASUAL SELECTABEE
'_ ULTRAHANOWASH SELECTABEE
EXPRESSWASH SELECTABEE
WHITESTWHITES AUTOON
DENIMS,TOWELS;
EXTRADIRTY
COTTONS
SYNTHETICS
KNITS
LINGERIE
COTTONS
HEAVILYSOILED
WHITE LOADS
[ff!r:/i_/:i_rlmg!r:!,_B]lr_r_lti:ll:ii_f fl,7!F#
oDD HOTWASH
••WARM WASH
COLDWASH
,/_ ANY BLEACH
/_X NON-CHLOHINE
BLEACH
DONOTDLEACH
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It's best to wash stains Select
as soon as possible. _,_g.._.A _
Use
liquid chlorine bleach
if safe for fabric.
Place in dispenser.
Use
hottest wash
temperature
safe for fabric.
Ball Point Pen,
nk YES Vf WARM or HOT
Blood YES Vf COLD or WARM
Chocolate,
Coffee YES _WARM or HOT
Cosmetics YES WARM or HOT
Cream, Milk,
Ice Cream YES _WARM or HOT
Dirty
Mechanical Oil YES WARM or HOT
tGrape, Wine YES Vf WARM or HOT
Grass YES _WARM or HOT
tKetchup,
Tomato Products YES Vf WARM or HOT
Mud YES _WARM or HOT
Perspiration,
Deodorants YES WARM or HOT
Ring around
the Co ar YES Vf WARM or HOT
• Do not tumble dry soiled or stained items. Heat may permanently set stains.
•For additional information regarding stains refer to owners manual.
STARTING YOUR WASHER
STEP 1. Place a load of sorted clothes
in the washer. Add measured detergent
directly into dispenser (details on
page 34).
STEP 2. Add measured liquid chlorine
bleach to the liquid chlorine bleach
dispenser, if desired (details on page 35).
STEP 3. Add measured liquid fabric
softener to the fabric softener dispenser,
if desired (details on page 36).
STEP 4. Close washer lid.
STEP 5. Select the cycle you want by
pressing one of the pads under SELECT
CYCLE O (details on pages 27-28). This
will turn the washer display on.
STEP 6. (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired,
set OPTIONS O for your wash by press-
ing the pads for CATALYSTTM, SOAK
and/or RINSE OPTIONS (details on page
28-29).
STEP 7. Select the WATER LEVEL _),
WASH/RINSE TEMP _1, AGITATION
TIME O, and/or DELAY START((_), and
SIGNAL _) settings that are indicated
on your MODIFIERS (_ display (details
on pages 29-32).
STEP 8. Press START O. The wash
cycle will begin. The ESTIMATED TIME
REMAINING will be displayed,
NOTE: If you do not press START within
5 minutes of selecting the cycle, the
washer will automatically shut off.
PAUSING/RESTARTING
YOUR WASHER
•Topause the washer at any time, press
STOP/CANCEL 0.
•Torestart the washer, close the lid and
press START O.
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CHANGING CYCLES/OPTIONS/
MODIFIERS
The Cycles, Options and Modifiers
selected may be changed any time
before START is pressed. A single short
tone will sound when aselection is
made. If an unavailable combination is
selected, two short tones will sound and
the last selection will not be accepted.
To change Options/Modifiers:
The Options and Modifiers can
be adjusted prior to the event occuring.
STEP 1. Press STOP/CANCEL once.
This will stop the washer.
STEP 2. Select desired Options and/or
Modifiers.
STEP 3. Press START to restart the
washer.
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To change cycles:
STEP 1. Press STOP/CANCEL twice.
STEP 2. Select desired wash cycle.
STEP 3. Press START to restart the
washer at the beginning of the new
cycle. If you do not press START within
5 minutes of pausing, the washer will
automatically shut off.
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For ease of use, there are preset
cycle settings that will provide the
recommended fabric care settings
for each cycle,
PRESET CYCLE SETTINGS
To usethe Preset Cycle Settings:
STEP 1. Select the cycle you want by
pressing one of the pads under SELECT
CYCLE. The preset cycle settings
(as listed in the chart below) will be
displayed.
STEP 2. Press START. The wash cycle
will begin.
PRESET CYCLE SETTINGS
Wash/Rinse
Cycle Agitation Time Water Level Temperature
HEAVY DUTY 12 minutes Large Warm/Cold
REGULAR 10 minutes Large Warm/Cold
PERMANENT PRESS 8 minutes Large Warm/Cold
HANDWASH CASUAL 6 minutes Medium Warm/Cold
ULTRA HANDWASH 4 minutes Small Cold/Cold
(agitation and soaking)
EXPRESS WASH 4 minutes Small Warm/Warm
WHITEST WHITES 12 minutes Large Hot/Cold
SOAK 10 minutes Large Warm/Cold
RINSE & SPIN 4 minutes r Large Warm/Cold
(stow speed agitation)
DRAIN & SPIN 6 minutes r N/A N/A
(fast speed spin)
1-The total cycle time wilt appear in the display time, including an estimate for draintimes.
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CHOOSING CYCLES
(SELECT CYCLE Pads)
Use these pads 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 HANDWASH CASUAL
and ULTRA HANDWASH.
•For most loads, use the time recom-
mended in the preset cycle settings.
• For heavy soil and sturdy fabrics,
use more time.
• For light soil and delicate fabrics,
use less time.
HEAVY DUTY
Use this cycle to get between 4 and 18
minutes of wash time for loads of sturdy,
colorfast fabrics such as work clothes.
Cycle combines fast speed agitation
and fast spin speeds. The preset wash
time for this cycle is 12 minutes.
REGULAR
Use this cycle to get between 4 and
18 minutes of wash time for normally
soiled cottons and linens. Cycle combines
slow speed agitation and fast spin
speeds. The preset wash time for this
cycle is 10 minutes.
PERMANENT PRESS
The PERMANENT PRESS Cycle
includes aload cooling process
that reduces wrinkling compared
to other cycles.
Tobegin the cooling process, the washer
will drain approximately ½of the wash
water. There will be a brief pause, and
then the washer will fill at the selected
rinse temperature. This cools the load
before the first spin.
You can select 4 to 18 minutes of wash
time for use with no4ron fabrics, sport
shirts, blouses and cotton slacks. For
maximum benefit in reducing wrinkles,
do not select a WARM rinse temperature.
This cycle includes a deep rinse at
fast speed agitation with "stepped" spin
speeds (spins start at an extra-slow
speed and move to slow speed before
finishing at a fast speed) to reduce
wrinkling. The preset wash time for this
cycle is 8 minutes.
HANDWASH CASUAL
Use this cycle to get 4 to 18 minutes
of extra-slow speed agitation for sheer
fabrics and lingerie. The agitation is
followed by adeep rinse and a slow
spin speed. The preset wash time for this
cycle is 6 minutes.
ULTRA HANDWASH
Use this cycle for garments labeled
"Hand Wash" and special care items.
Gentle cleaning starts with a continuous
spray of water and detergent mixture as
the load is spun at low speed. This lasts
for about one minute. The washer then
fills to the selected water level. The wash
action is similar to the way you would
hand wash garments in the sink. It does
this with periods of extra-slow agitation
and soaking. Select 4 to 18 minutes of
wash agitation time. Slow spin speeds
help reduce wrinkling. The preset wash
time for this cycle is 4 minutes.
Garments are labeled "Hand Wash"
because:
• The fiber construction may be sensitive
to agitation.
• The fabric contains sensitive dyes that
may bleed.
NOTE: Some "Hand Wash" items,
particularly wool, naturally shrink when
washed. Keep this in mind when you
purchase items labeled "Hand Wash."
Items that shrink should be dried flat.
When still wet, block these items by
gently stretching to original measure-
ments. Do not use ULTRA HANDWASH
for large items like blankets.
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CHOOSING CYCLES (Continued)
EXPRESS WASH
Fast cleaning starts with a continous
spray of water and detergent mixture as
the load is spun at low speed. Choose 4
to 10 minutes of wash time for small,
lightly soiled loads that need refreshing.
For the fastest cycle, select small water
level and warm wash, The preset wash
time for this cycle is 4 minutes.
WHITEST WHITES
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Detergent and bleach are dispensed at
the proper time for the best possible
performance.
This cycle introduces liquid chlorine
bleach to the load sooner than the other
cycles for improved whitening of your
heavily soiled white fabrics, For maximum
soil and stain removal, liquid chlorine
bleach must be used. The preset wash
time for this cycle is 12 minutes.
CUSTOM SET
This cycle allows you to store a
customized wash cycle.
To Custom Set a wash cycle:
STEP 1. Select cycle.
STEP 2. Select the desired Options.
STEP 3. Select the desired Modifiers.
STEP 4. Press and hold CUSTOM SET
until a beep sounds (approximately 3
seconds).
STEP 5. Press START.
The Custom Set cycle is now stored for
future use. To reuse, select CUSTOM SET
and press START.
CHOOSING OPTIONS
Use this control to select
the desired options for
your wash cycle.
OPTIONS
CATALYST TM
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CATALYST TM allows soap
to soak and penetrate the entire load
providing improved stain and soil
removal,
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CATALYST TM uses your detergent in a
unique way. Water flushes the detergent
from the dispenser to dissolve the deter-
gent. Then the detergent mixture is
sprayed onto the load while the washer
spins at low speed.
CATALYST TM will last 1 to 5 minutes
depending on the cycle selected. The
washer then stops spinning and fills to the
selected water level and continues wash-
ing with the selected cycle.
NOTES:
• For best results with
CATALYST TM , the load should be dry at
the start of the cycle.
• The CATALYST TM process reduces the
need for pre-treatments. Stubborn and
set-in stains may require additional
treatment.
SOAK
Use SOAK for set-in stains and soil that
need extra time for removal. The SOAK
option can be used in two different ways:
• Choosing SOAK with a cycle gives a brief
period of soak added to the wash time.
• Choosing SOAK only gives up to 60
minutes of soak time. SOAK only should
be followed by a wash cycle with
additional detergent added.
SOAK with a cycle:
STEP 1. Place a load of sorted clothes in
the washer. Add measured detergent to
the detergent dispenser.
STEP 2. Select the cycle you want by
_ressingone of the pads under
ELECT CYCLE.
STEP 3. Select SOAK from the
Options pads.
STEP 4. Select the desired WATER
LEVEL, WASH/RINSE TEMP and
AGITATION TIME from the
Modifiers pads.
STEP 5. Press START. The washer will
agitate briefly and then begin the SOAK.
The amount of soak time varies for each
cycle but is not longer than 12 minutes.
After soaking, the washer will agitate
again, then drain and spin.
SOAK only:
STEP 1. Place a load of sorted clothes
in the washer. Add measured detergent to
the detergent dispenser.
STEP 2. Select SOAK from the
Options pads.
STEP 3. Select the desired
WATER LEVEL.
STEP 4. Choose the desired soak
temperature from the WASH/RINSE
TEMP pad.
STEP5,Select10to60minutesofsoak
timewiththeAGITATIONTIMEpad.
STEP6.PressSTART.
Thewasheragitatesbrieflyandthen
soaks.Aftersoaking,thewasher
agitatesagainfollowedbydrainand
spin.WhenSOAKisusedalone,it
shouldbefollowedbyawashcycle
withadditionaldetergentadded.
RINSE OPTIONS
Selecting this option
allows you to choose a
DRAIN/SPIN,
RINSE/SPIN or
2ND RINSE.
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,m,RINSE/SPIN
,B 2ND RINSE
To select a Rinse Options setting:
Press RINSE OPTIONS until the
indicator light next to the desired setting
glows.
DRAIN/SPIN
Use this cycle to drain the washer and
spin the load. The spin will be 6 minutes
at high speed.
When to use Drain/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 remove water from rain wear or
beach towels, etc.
To use Drain/Spin:
STEP 1. Press DRAIN/SPIN
STEP 2. Press START.
RINSE/SPIN
Use this option to get a deep rinse with
slow-speed agitation followed by a drain
and two*step spin. (The spin begins at
high speed and steps down to low
speed,) The time 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. Press the RINSE OPTIONS
Control until the RINSE/SPIN indicator
light glows.
STEP 3. Press START.
2ND RINSE
Selecting this option provides a second
deep rinse with the same water
temperature as selected for the first
rinse. 2ND Rinse can be added to any
main wash cycle.
CHOOSING MODIFIERS
These controls allow you to select the
desired WATER LEVEL, WASH/RINSE
TEMP, AGITATION TIME, DELAY START
or END OF CYCLE SIGNAL.
WATER LEVEL CONTROL
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• To change to a higher water level
setting after the washer has started
to agitate, press WATER LEVEL.
NOTE: When you select a water
level below medium, the washer
automatically lowers the agitation
speed in order to provide improved
fabric care. This change happens in
every cycle except HANDWASH
CASUAL and ULTRA HANDWASH.
WASH/RINSE TEMP CONTROL
Select a wash and rinse water tempera-
ture setting based on the type of load
you are washing.
• The WASH/RINSE TEMP Control
adjusts the temperature of the wash
and rinse water.
HOT _COLD
WARM WARM
WARM COLD
COLD COLD
• 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
temperature for handling the wash load.
SELECTING WATER TEMPERATURES
Wash Water
Temperature Suggested Fabrics Comments
HOT •Work clothes •Best cleaning for heavily soiIed items
111°F(44°C) •Sturdy whites/ •Removes oils, perspiration, greasy soils
or above cotorfast pastels and stains
•Diapers •Prevents graying or yellowing
WARM •Dark/non-colorfast colors •Bestfor moderately soiled to lightly soiled items
90°-110°F •Permanent press items •Safe for most fabric finishes
(32°-43°C) •Nylon, polyester, acrylics, •Lessfading and dye bleeding
silks, woolens •Reduces wrinkling
• Knits/delicate fabrics
COLD* •Extra-sensitive colors •Bestfor very lightly soiled items
70°-90°F •Non-colorfast items • Saves hot water
(21°-32°C) • Handwashables
* In wash water temperatures colder than 70°F (21°C), detergents do not dissolve well. Also,
soils may be difficult to remove and some fabrics may retain wear wrinkles and have increased
pilling - the formation of small lint-like bails on the surface of garments. Pilling is the naturai
result of wearing and washing of garments.
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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.
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TEMP /
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ATC electronically senses and maintains
a uniform water temperature by regulat-
ing incoming hot and cold water.
• Even in cold wash, some warm water
is let into the washer to maintain a
temperature of approximately 75°F
(24°C), In very cold water, detergent
may not dissolve and clothes will not
be cleaned completely.
• Warm wash is regulated at
approximately 100°F.
• Warm rinse is regulated at approximately
75°F (24°C). 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 AUTO TEMP CONTROL.
AGITATION TIME
This pad allows 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 27-28).
Once a cycle is selected, the preset
agitation time will be displayed.
• To increase the time, press
AGITATION TIME (18 minutes
maximum). To get less agitation
time, continue pressing the pad until
a shorter agitation time appears. The
AGITATION TIME light will glow.
• When a wash cycle is started, the
ESTIMATED TIME REMAINING for
the cycle, including fills and drains,
will be displayed, The time will count
down to the end of the cycle. The
ESTIMATED TIME REMAINING light
will glow.
• Once the cycle has started, you
cannot change the cycle time.
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DELAY START INDICATOR LIGHTS
You can use the Delay Start feature to
delay the start of awash cycle for up
to nine hours.
STEP 1. Load the washer and fill the
dispensers.
STEP 2, Close the washer lid.
STEP 3. Select the desired cycle, options
and modifiers,
STEP 4. Press DELAY START. 1H (one
hour) will be displayed in the time display
window. The indicator light for Delay Time
will glow.
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11MEREMAINING
AGITATIONTIME
STEP 5. For a longer delay time, press
DELAY START. The time will increase
by one hour up to 9,10, or 11 hours
depending on your model.
STEP 6. Press START, The countdown
to the wash cycle will show in the time
display window.
To change the Delay Time:
•Press STOPICANCEL
• Reset the DELAY START time,
• Press START to begin the countdown.
To cancel Delay Start:
Press START again to begin cycle.
ADJUSTABLE CYCLE SIGNAL
Atone will sound at the end of the wash
cycle. The sound level of this tone can be
adjusted from Loud to Off by pressing the
END OF CYCLE SIGNAL, The tone you
will hear at the end of the cycle will sound
as the pads are pressed.
m LOUD
mQUIET
m OFF
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SELECT CYCLE
Located next to each pad, these lights
show the cycle you have selected.
OPTIONS
Located next to each pad, these lights
show the Options you have selected.
MODIFIERS
These lights show the selected Water
Level, Wash/Rinse Temp or ATC,
Estimated Time Remaining, Agitation
Time, Delay Time, Washer Status and
Signal.
WASHER STATUS
These lights show which portion of the
cycle the washer is operating: Washing,
Rinsing, Spinning, or Cycle Complete.
OPERATING CONTROLS
START
Press START to start your washer after
acycle has been selected. Be sure all
desired cycle adjustments and options
have been selected.
STOP/CANCEL
Press STOP/CANCEL to pause or stop
the washer at any time.
Press START to complete the cycle from
where it was stopped. Press STOP/
CANCEL twice to turn off the washer.
SELF-CLEANING LINT FILTER TOTAL CARE TM AGITATOR
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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.
ULTRA QUIET PAK TM
The ULTRA QUIET PAKTM System is
designed to reduce water sounds and
ringing noises. The cabinet and base
are insulated with sound-dampening
materials over which an additional tub
wrap is added for superior vibration and
sound-dampening characteristics. A
sound-absorbing blanket under the
motor and gearcase also helps to
insulate the washer to reduce vibration
noise.
Kenmore's exclusive TOTAL CARE TM
Agitator has triple action agitation to
give you the most flexible fabric care
for even your largest loads.
The agitator moves in three directions,
depending on load size, to
ensure proper cleaning. The
best cleaning action in your _r%_[_
washer takes place at the _
bottom where the agitator ____
vanes move back and forth _-=%_:_
to flex the fabric, loosening _ _
the soil. _r_ _ _j_
The upper portion of the _//_ _
agitator features special // \ _ _
vanes that push the _(_L_ _ _'_ _
clothes down in a _ _
spiraling pattern to where _
the cleanmg actEon is, dlsplacmg _
the clothes that are there with a _
"roll-over" motion.
For your largest loads, the agitator offers
a Ioad-sensing feature that actually
senses when you are washing a very
large load and responds with a third,
vertical motion that senses the load size
and guides items to the bottom.
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UNDERSTANDING NORMAL
WASHER SOUNDS
Your new washer may make sounds
that your old one did not. Because the
sounds are unfamiliar, you may be
concerned about them.
The following describes some of the
normal sounds you may hear and what
causes them.
During Washing
When you select a small load size setting
for a small wash load, your washer has a
lower water level. With this lower water
level, you may hear a clicking sound from
the upper portion of the agitator. If you
select CATALYST TM, you will hear a
spin/spray noise at the start of the cycle.
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.
When Selecting aCycle, Option,
or Modifier
•A single tone will sound whenever a
selection is accepted by the program.
• Three short tones will sound if an
unavailable selection is made.
• The sound level of the selection tones
is not adjustable.
USING YOUR TRIPLE DISPENSER
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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 will
achieve 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 or powdered
detergents. You may add liquid or
powdered color-safe bleach to this
dispenser as well.
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USING THE LIQUID CHLORINE
BLEACH DISPENSER
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The liquid chlorine bleach dispenser
automatically dispenses bleach at the
proper time in the cycle to ensure the
cleanest and brightest loads,
Always measure liquid chlorine
bleach. Use a measuring cup, do not
guess. Do not pour directly from bottle.
Never use more than 1cup (250 mL) for
a full load, Use less with smaller loads,
Follow manufacturer's directions for safe
use. A cup with a pouring spout will help
you avoid spilling.
After loading the washer, pour measured
liquid chlorine bleach carefully into the
dispenser.
• 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 color-safe bleach to your wash
load, The dispenser is for liquid chlorine
bleach only, If desired, add powdered
color-safe bleach to the detergent
dispenser.
•Do not overfill. Look for the level
markings on the dispenser cover.
Dispenser holds 1 cup (250 mL) of
liquid chlorine bleach.
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Liquid chlorine
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.
Liquidfabric
softenerdispenser
• Do not overfill. Dispenser holds a
standard capful of fabric softener
(3 oz [94 mL]).
• Fabric softener is dispensed in 2nd
rinse if 2ND RINSE is selected,
NOTE: Undiluted fabric softener spilled
on fabric may result in spots that look
like oil stains.
If cleaning of the liquid fabric softener
dispenser is required:
Scrub with a brush using a liquid
laundry detergent solution, Never use
any cleaning fluids on dispenser parts
as this could cause damage to the
plastic.
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UNDERSTANDING WHAT
HAPPENS IN EACH CYCLE
PERMANENT PRESS
Fillto
selected level
Wash
selected time
Drain
Pause
I_ Fillfor
-----_ cooldown
Wash
_ Drain -
•_ no spin
Spin
I-- Fillto
_-_-_ selected level
Rinse
I-- Drain -
_, no spin
Spin
I_ Off or
SECOND RINSE
ULTRA HANDWASH
Spin/Spray
(Detergent mixture)
Fill to
Selected level
Agitate
Soak
Agitate
Drain -
no spin
Spin
Fill in
Selected level
Rinse
Drain -
no spin
Spin
Off or
SECOND RINSE
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UNDERSTANDING WHAT
HAPPENS IN EACH CYCLE
EXPRESS WASH /HEAVY
DUTY /WHITEST WHITES
Spin/Spray
(Detergent mixture)
ITISelected level
Wash selected time
IZI o a,n-
no spin
Spin
IZIselected level
Rinse
Drain -
no spin
Spin
Off or
SECOND RINSE
ALL OTHER CYCLES
Fill to
selected level
Wash
selected time
IZ! o a,n-
no spin
Spin
IZIselected level
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 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).
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LOADING LOADING SUGGESTIONS
Proper loading of your washer
contributes 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 wrinklefree
results. Items should sink and reappear
laten
•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.
For these suggested full-sized loads,
set the Water Level to the highest water
level setting.
King Size Capacity Washers
Heavy Work
Clothes
4jeans
4 workpants
4 workshids
2 sweatsbirts
2 sweatpants
Towels Mixed Load
10 bath towels 3 sheets
10 hand towels (1 king, 2 twin)
14 wash cloths 4 pillowcases
3 shirts
3 blouses
g 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 1cup (250 mL) of
chlorine bleach mixed with 2 cups
(500 mL) of detergent. Run washer
through a complete cycle using hot water.
Repeat process if necessary.
NOTE: Remove hard water deposits
using only cleaners labeled as washer
safe.
WATER INLET HOSES
Replace inlet hoses after five years
of use to reduce the risk of hose
failure. Periodically inspect and
replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks,
cuts, wear, or leaks are found. When
replacing your inlet hoses, mark the
date of replacement on the label with
a permanent marker.
WINTER STORAGE
OR MOVING CARE
Install and store your washer where it
will not freeze. Because some water may
stay in the hoses and pump, freezing can
damage your washer. Ifstodng or moving
your washer during freezing weather,
winterize it.
To winterize washer:
1. Shut off both water faucets.
2. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.
3. Put 1 qt (1 L) of R.V.4ype antifreeze
in the basket.
4. Run washer on a DRAIN/SPIN setting
for about 30 seconds to mix the anti-
freeze and water. Some of the mixture
will pump out while the washer spins.
5. Unplug the power supply cord.
To use washer again:
1. Flush water pipes and hoses.
2. Reconnect water inlet hoses.
3. Turn on both water faucets.
4. Reconnect power supply cord.
5. Run the washer through a complete
cycle with 1 cup (250 mL) of detergent
to clean out antifreeze.
NON-USE OR VACATION CARE
Operate your washer only when you
are at home. If you will be on vacation or
not using your washer for an extended
period of time, you should:
• Unplug the power supply cord or turn off
electrical power to the washer.
• Turn off the water supply to the washer.
This helps avoid accidental flooding
(due to a water pressure surge) while
you are away.
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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
service and assistance information on the back cover.
Problem Possible Cause Solution
Message Codes Inlet hosesare kinked or Straighten inlet hoses.
"LF" dogged.
(Long Fill) Watervalve screens are net clear. Clear screens of any foreign material
"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 any pad to clear thedisplay.
(Power Failure) during cycle. Restart the washer from the beginning
of the cycle.
"OB" Load is unbalanced. Redistribute Ioadevenly inside basket.
(Off Balance)
Washer Leaks Household plumbing is leaking. Repair plumbing.
Inlet hoses not tight. Tighten hoses (see "Installation
Instructions," Section D & E).
Inlet hosewashers not Reseat washers. (see "installation
properly seated. Instructions," Section D & E).
Drain hosenot properly Clamp drain hose (see "Installation
clamped or isoff. Instructions," Section C).
Drain is clogged. Remove drain clogs. Sink, standpipe,
or floor drain must be able to handle
17 gal (64 L) of water per minute.
Tub moved forward during Ensure tub is centered before
unloading, causing water to starting washer.
deflect off tub ring.
Unit not level causing water Ensurefront feet are installed and
to deflect off tub ring. nuts aretightened. Level washer.
Reset rear Iegs (see "Installation
Instructions," Section G).
Load is unbalanced. Spray Redistribute the load.
rinses are deflecting off load.
Washer is overloaded. Fills or Reduce load size.
spray rinses aredeflecting
off load.
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Problem Possible Cause Solution
Won't Drain hoseis kinked or Straighten or unplug hose (see
Drain/Won't clogged. "Installation Instructions," Section C).
Spin/
Wet Loads Correct operationof After a wash or rinse,the washer will
neutral drain, drain without spinning.After draining,
the spinning begins.
Lid is open. Closethe lid,
Drain hoseis more than Lower drain hose (see "Installation
96 in (2.4 m) above floor. Instructions," Section C).
Toomuch detergent - Use less detergent.
excessive sudsing.
Wrong cycle for load Choose a cycle with a higher spin
being washed, speed (see "Operating Your Washer").
Low voltage or using an Check electrical source or call
extension cord. electrician. Do not use extension
cords.
Cold rinses. Cold rinses leave loads wetter than
warm rinses. This is normal.
Continues Drain hoseis less than Raise the drain hose(see "Installation
to Fill/ 39 in (99 cm) above floor." Instructions," Section C).
Continues
to Drain/ Drain hose fits tightly into Adjust drain hosefor loose fit (see
Cycle Stuck standpipe. "Installation Instructions," Section C).
Drain hose taped into Do not seal off drain hose with tape.
standpipe. The drain hose needs an air gap,
Washer Makes Load is unbalanced. Redistribute load.
Noise Washer is not level. Level washer. Reset rear legs(see
Rear leveling legs not set, "Installation Instructions," Section G).
Nutson front feet not tight. Tighten nuts (see "Installation
Instructions," Section G).
Yellowshipping strap with Remove strap with cotter pins
cotter pins not completely (see "Installation Instructions,"
removed. Section B).
Floor not strong enough Relocate washer (see "Installation
to support washer. Instructions," SectionA).
Gears engaging after drain This is normal.
and before spin.
Upper part of agitator clicks This is normal.
during wash.
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Problem Possible Cause Solution
Won't Water inlet valve Clean screens.
Fill/Won't screens are plugged.
Rinse/Won't
Agitate/ Wateris turned off. Turnon water.
Wrong Hot and cold hosesare Reverse hoses (see "Installation
Temperature/ reversed. Instructions," Sections D & E),
Shortened
Cycle Inlet hose is kinked. Straighten hoses.
Power cord not pluggedin. Plug in power cord.
Oversudsing detected. Do not start with excess water inthe
machine. Drain/Spin load;restart cycle.
Do not add detergent.
Machine Power cord not pluggedin. 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 extension cords.
STOP/CANCEL pad was Set a new wash cycle and press
pressed. START pad.
DELAY START pad was pressed. Press START pad to restartwasher.
If console light is off, set a new wash
cycle, then press START pad.
Washer at pause in Allowcycle to continue
PERMANENT PRESS Cycle (see "Operating YourWasher").
(approximatelytwo minutes).
Machine is overloaded. Washsmaller 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 Ensuretub is centered before
Crooked unloading, starting washer.
Tub moves. This is normal.
Unit not level. Ensurefront feet are installed and
nuts are tightened. Level washer.
Reset rear legs (see "Installation
Instructions," Section G),
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Problem Possible Cause Solution
Lint on Load Improper sorting. Sort lint givers from lint takers
and bycolor.
Overloading. Lint can be trapped in lead if
overloaded. Wash smaller loads.
Paper or tissue in pockets. Clean out pockets before washing.
Not enough detergent. Use enoughdetergent to
hold lint in water.
Detergent not dissolving. Use Automatic TemperatureControl
Watertemperatures lower (ATC).ATC ensures wash water
than 70°F (21°C). temperature will be warmer than 70°F
(21°0).
Tearing Overloading, Improper Loads should move freely during wash.
use of washer. Wash smaller loads or increase water
level
improper use of chlorine Do not pour chlorine bleach directly
bleach. Undiluted bleach on Ioad. Wipe up bleach spills.
will damage fabrics.
Sharp itemsnot removed Clean out pockets before washing.
from pockets; fasteners Zip zippers beforewashing.
not fastened.
items damaged before Mend rips andbroken threads in
washing, seams before washing,
Stains on improper use of fabric Dilutefabric softener and addto
Load softener in washer or dryer, deep rinse only.
iron in water (rust). Install an iron filter.
Under use of detergent causing Use enoughdetergent to remove
soil to be redeposited, soil and hoId it in suspension.
Dye transfer due to not Sort dark clothing from whites
sorting loads properly, and lights.
Dye transfer due to not Unload the washer assoon as
unIeading 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 stops.
Wrinkled 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 Use Automatic TemperatureControl
to relaxwrinkles. Using warm (ATC). If safe for fabric, usewarm or
rinses, hot wash water. Use cold rinse water.
Hoses reversed. Reverse hoses (see "Installation
Instructions," Sections D & E).
Load is Overloading. Loads should move freely during
Tangled/Twisted wash. Wash smaller loads or increase
water level.
Clothes wrapped around De not wrap items around agitatorwhen
agitator, loading washer.
Clogged Use of color-safe bleach in Do not put powdered (color safe) bleach
Bleach chlorine bleach dispenser, in the chlorine bleach dispenser. Use
Leaking/ the detergent dispenserto add pow-
Bleach on dered bleach.
Wrong Loads Improper use of chledne bleach. Always measure bleach before adding
to the dispenser. Carefully pour into
the dispenser. Wipe up bleach spills.
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