MFL68005528
Model: 796.4168*
www.kenmore.com
Sears Canada Inc.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2C3
www.sears.ca
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PRODUCT RECORD
In the space below, record the date of purchase, model,
and serial number of your product. You will nd the
model and serial number printed on an identication
plate located inside the washer door. Have these items
of information available whenever you contact Sears
concerning your product.
Model No.
Date of Purchase
Serial No.
Save these instructions and your sales receipt for future
reference.
SAFETY MESSAGES .........................................................................3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................... 3-5
GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS...................................................5
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
Key Parts and Components .......................................................6
Included Accessories ................................................................. 6
Optional Accessories ................................................................. 6
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Key Dimensions and Specications ......................................... 7
Choose the Proper Location ...................................................... 7
Flooring ....................................................................................... 7
Clearances ................................................................................... 7
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Unpacking and Removing Shipping Bolts ................................8
Connecting the Water Lines ...................................................... 9
Connecting the Drain Hose ......................................................10
Connecting to the Power Supply ..............................................10
Leveling the Washer .................................................................. 11
Installation of Non-Skid Pads (optional) .................................11
HOW TO USE
Control Panel Features ...............................................................12
Operating the Washer .............................................................. 13
Cycle Guide .......................................................................... 14-15
Sorting Wash Loads ..................................................................16
About the Dispenser Drawer ....................................................17
Detergent and Dispenser Use .................................................. 18
Time and Status Display ...........................................................19
Cycle Modier Buttons .............................................................20
Steam Cycles and Options ....................................................... 21
Special Functions ...................................................................... 22
CARE AND CLEANING
Regular Cleaning ................................................................ 23-24
Maintenance ........................................................................25-26
Cleaning the Water Inlet Filters.......................................... 25
Cleaning the Drain Pump Filter........................................... 26
DIAGNOSTICS
Using Diagnostics .....................................................................27
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Normal Sounds You May Hear ............................................... 28
Before Calling for Service .................................................28-30
WARRANTY ...................................................................................31
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All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and the word WARNING.
This word means:
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•This washer is heavy. Two or more people are required when moving and
unpacking the washer. Failure to do so may result in damage to property or
serious bodily harm.
•Store and install the washer where it will not be exposed to temperatures
below freezing or exposed to outdoor weather conditions. Failure to follow
this warning can cause serious injury, re, electric shock, or death.
•Properly ground washer to conform with all electric governing codes and
ordinances. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, re, electric
shock, or death.
•To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not install the washer in humid
spaces. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, re, electric
shock, or death.
•Toensureproperairow,donotblockthelargeopeningonthebottomof
the washer with carpeting or other materials.
•Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter or extension cord.
Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet. Failure to follow this warning can cause
serious injury, re, electric shock, or death.
• Certain internal parts are intentionally not grounded and may present a risk
of electric shock only during servicing. Service personnel - Do not contact the
following parts while the appliance is energized: pump, valve, motor, control
board.
NOTE: Installing the washer in a humid space, or installing or storing the washer
where it will be exposed to the weather or freezing temperatures, may result in
rust or other damage that is not covered by the product warranty.
Power Outlet
• The power outlet must be within 60 in. (1.5 m) of either
side of the washer.
• The appliance and outlet must be positioned so that the
plug is easily accessible.
• Do not overload the outlet with more than, one appliance.
• The outlet must be grounded in accordance with current
wiring electric codes and regulations.
• Time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended.
NOTE: It is the personal responsibility and obligation of
the product owner to have a proper outlet installed by a
qualied service technician.
• To minimize noise and vibration, the washer MUST be
installed on a solidly constructed oor. See the NOTE at
right.
• Allowable slope under the entire washer is a maximum
1 in. dierence from side to side or from front to back.
• Installing on carpeting and soft tile surfaces is not
recommended.
• Never install the washer on a platform or weakly
supported structure.
NOTE: The oor must be strong and rigid enough to
support the weight of the washer, when fully loaded,
without exing or bouncing. If your oor has too much ex,
reinforce it to make it more rigid.
A oor that is adequate for a top-loading washer may
not be rigid enough for a front loading washer, due to the
dierence in the spin speed and direction. If the oor is not
solid, your washer may vibrate and you may hear and feel
the vibration throughout your house.
Description Front-Loading Washer
Electrical Requirements 120 VAC, 60 Hz
Max. Water Pressure 14.5 - 142 psi (100 - 980 kPa)
Dimensions 27”(W) X 30 ¼”(D) X 39”(H), 55” (D with door open)
70 cm(W) X 77 cm(D) X 99 cm(H), 139.6 cm (D with door open)
Net Weight 205 lbs (93 kg)
Max. Spin Speed 1,300 RPM
WARNING
To ensure sucient clearance for water lines and airow,
allow minimum clearances of at least 1 in. (2.5 cm) at the
sides and 4 in. (10 cm) behind the unit. Be sure to allow
for wall, door, or oor moldings that may increase the
required clearances.
Allow at least 24
3
/4 in. (62.6 cm) in front of
the washer to open the door.
KEY DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS
CHOOSE THE PROPER LOCATION
FLOORING
CLEARANCES
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
1 in.
(2.5 cm)
1 in.
(2.5 cm)
27 in.
(70 cm)
4 in.
(10 cm)
24
3
/4 in.
(62.6 cm)
31
1
/4 in.
(77 cm)
55 in.
(139.6 cm)
Do not install the end of the drain hose lower than
29 in. (73.7 cm) or higher than 96 in. (243.8 cm)
above the bottom of the washer.
Install the elbow bracket near the end of the drain
hose. Hang the end of the drain hose over the side
of the utility sink. Use a tie strap to secure the drain
hose in place.
Tub
CONNECTING TO THE POWER SUPPLY
NOTE: Non-skid pads are included in the installation
packet
*
Place the pads under both front feet.
one hour
option buttons. Not all options are available on all cycles.
A different chime will sound and the LED will not come on
if the selection is not allowed.
dispenser drawer. For proper wash performance, always
measure the detergent using the measuring device provided
by the detergent manufacturer.
Energy
Saver
Accela Wash
•Do not load more than 22 lb. (10 kg) in the washer. (1 thick, dry bath towel = 1 lb.)
Do not use the Sanitize cycle with more than 10 lb. (4.5 kg) of laundry.
•Do not overload the Bulky cycle. If the washer does not function properly, manually redistribute the load or wash
one item at a time.
Accela Wash
N/AN/A
Energy
Saver
Accela Wash
Accela Wash
•Do not load more than 22 lb. (10 kg) in the washer. (1 thick, dry bath towel = 1 lb.)
Do not use the Sanitize cycle with more than 10 lb. (4.5 kg) of laundry.
•Do not overload the Bulky cycle. If the washer does not function properly, manually redistribute the load or wash
one item at a time.
For best performance, load clothes as shown.
- Load clothes loosely, and do not overll the drum.
Clothes need room to circulate in order to get clean.
- Do not press down on items while stacking them in the drum.
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3
2
4
For proper wash performance, always measure the
detergent using the measuring device provided by
the detergent manufacturer.
hour
one
spray-
when added to a cycle.
Use this function to add garments or remove
foreign objects like coins or keys after the cycle
has started.
NOTE:
• After checking the water level/temperature conditions for
safety, the door unlocks once the wash movement has
stopped. (Door Lock LED turns off.)
- This may take several seconds depending on the water
level. When a lot of water is in the tub, the door unlocks
after water drains to a safe level.
- If the temperature in the tub is higher than 113°F (45°C),
a short warning chime sounds and ADD GARMENTS is
NOT allowed for safety.
• ADD GARMENTS is disabled during the CLEAN WASER
cycle for safety.
• To preserve wash performance, wash time may be extended
depending on when garments are added to a cycle.
WARNING:
• Be careful when opening the door as wet laundry may drip
or fall out when the door is opened.
• Do not attempt to force the door to open when locked.
Doing so could result in damage to the machine,
malfunction, or personal injury.
• Make sure the area around the door seal is clear before
closing the door. If laundry gets caught between the door
and the seal, it can damage the rubber gasket and may
result in leaking.
Press ADD GARMENTS. The cycle pauses and the door unlocks.
Open the door, add garments or remove foreign objects, and
close the door.
Press START/PAUSE to restart the cycle. The cycle continues
automatically.
ADD GARMENTS
ENERGY SAVER
Use this option to disable the controls.
The washer can only be locked during
a cycle. This feature can prevent
children from changing cycles or
operating the machine. Once set, the controls remain
locked and Control Lock must be turned OFF before
the controls can be used again. Once the washer has
shut off, the power button will allow the machine to be
turned ON, but the controls will still be locked. When
the controls are locked, “CL” will display alternately
with the estimated time remaining.
Press and hold the CHIME button for three seconds
to activate or deactivate the controls.
three
three
30-minute
CONTROL LOCK
PRE WASH
Energy Saver
powdered
powdered
IMPORTANT: ONLY use new, high-quality inlet hoses
when installing this laundry product. Aftermarket hoses
are not guaranteed to fit or function correctly. Other
hoses may not tighten correctly and could cause leaks.
Subsequent damage to product or property will not be
covered under the terms of the product warranty.
WARNING:
Certain internal parts are intentionally not grounded and may present a risk of electric shock
only during servicing. Service personnel - Do not contact the following parts while the appliance is energized:
pump, valve, motor, control board.
The
If you experience problems with your washer, in the
U.S.A. call 1-844-553-6667, and in Canada call
1-800-469-4663. Only use the Diagnostics feature
when instructed to do so by the Diagnostics Team.
The transmission sounds that you will hear are
normal and sound similar to a fax machine.
Diagnostics cannot be activated unless your washing
machine is turned on by pressing the POWER button.
If your washing machine is unable to turn on, then
tr
oubleshooting must be done without using Diagnostics.
First, call 1-844-553-6667 (U.S.A.) or 1-800-469-4663 (Canada). If the number of the phone you are using ins on file
and is associated with your washer, you will be quickly relayed to a Diagnostics team agent. Follow the technician’s
instructions and perform the following steps only when requested to by the Diagnostics agent.
Should you experience any problems with your washing
machine, it has the capability of transmitting data via
your telephone to the Diagnostics Team. This gives you
the capability of speaking directly to our specially
trained technicians. The technician records the data
transmitted from your machine and uses it to analyze
the issue, providing a fast and effective diagnosis.
Using Diagnostics
DIAGNOSTICS
WARRANTY
KENMORE ELITE LIMITED WARRANTY
WITH PROOF OF SALE the following warranty coverage applies when this appliance is correctly installed,
operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions.
One Year on Appliance
FOR ONE YEAR from the date of sale this appliance is warranted against defects in material or workmanship.
A defective appliance will receive free repair. If the appliance cannot be repaired it will be replaced free of
charge.
Lifetime on Washer Drive Motor
FOR AS LONG AS IT IS USED from the date of sale, a free replacement will be supplied for a defective washer
drive motor.* If the defect appears within the rst year, a new motor will be installed at no charge.
If the defect appears after the rst year, a new motor will be supplied but not installed at no charge. This
Lifetime warranty covers only the washer drive motor, and does not apply to any other related component or
mechanism. You are responsible for the labor cost of motor installation after the rst year from the date of sale.
*Defects must be veried by a Sears authorized service technician.
For warranty coverage details to obtain free repair, visit the web page:
www.kenmore.com/warranty
All warranty coverage applies for only 90 DAYS from the sale date if this appliance is ever used for other than
private household purposes.
This warranty covers ONLY defects in material and workmanship, and will NOT pay for:
1. Expendable items that can wear out from normal use, including but not limited to lters, belts, bags or screw-
in base light bulbs.
2. A service technician to clean or maintain this appliance, or to instruct the user in correct appliance
installation, operation and maintenance.
3. Service calls to correct appliance installation not performed by Sears authorized service agents, or to repair
problems with house fuses, circuit breakers, house wiring, and plumbing or gas supply systems resulting from
such installation.
4. Damage to or failure of this appliance resulting from installation not performed by Sears authorized service
agents, including installation that was not in accord with electrical, gas or plumbing codes.
5. Damage to or failure of this appliance, including discoloration or surface rust, if it is not correctly operated
and maintained according to all supplied instructions.
6. Damage to or failure of this appliance, including discoloration or surface rust, resulting from accident,
alteration, abuse, misuse or use for other than its intended purpose.
7. Damage to or failure of this appliance, including discoloration or surface rust, caused by the use of
detergents, cleaners, chemicals or utensils other than those recommended in all instructions supplied with the
product.
8. Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modications made to this appliance.
9. Service to an appliance if the model and serial plate is missing, altered, or cannot easily be determined to
have the appropriate certication logo.
Disclaimer of implied warranties; limitation of remedies
Customer’s sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty shall be product repair or replacement as
provided herein. Implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability or tness for a particular purpose,
are limited to one year on the appliance and for as long as used on the washer drive motor, or the shortest
period allowed by law. Seller shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages. Some states and
provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitation on the
duration of implied warranties of merchantability or tness, so these exclusions or limitations may not apply to
you.
This warranty applies only while this appliance is used in the United States.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2C3
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Customer Care Hotline
To schedule in-home repair service
or order replacement parts
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