User Manual Kenmore 81442 24" 1.6 cu. ft. 120V - 20 amp Electric Laundry Center

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Use Manual Washer/Dryer Kenmore 81442 

Table of Contents

• WASHER/DRYER SAFETY
• WHAT’S NEW UNDER THE LID?
• CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM FOR GOOD AIRFLOW
• CONTROL PANELS AND FEATURES
• WASHER CYCLE GUIDE
• DRYER CYCLE GUIDE
• USING YOUR WASHER
• USING YOUR DRYER
• WASHER/DRYER MAINTENANCE
• TROUBLESHOOTING
• WARRANTY
• ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer . Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire .
• To reduce the risk of fire due to contaminated loads , the final part of a tumble dryer cycle occurs without heat ( cool down period ) . Avoid stopping a tumble dryer before the end of the drying cycle unless all items are quickly removed and spread out so that the heat is dissipated .
• Do not wash or dry articles that have been previously cleaned in , washed in , soaked in , or spotted with gasoline , dry - cleaning solvents , or other flammable or explosive substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode .
• Do not add gasoline , dry - cleaning solvents , or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash water . These substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode .
• Do not alow children to play on or in the washer / dryer . Close supervision of children is necessary when the washer / dryer is used near children .
• Before the washer / dryer is removed from service or discarded , remove the doors to the washer / dryer compartments .

WASHER/DRYER MAINTENANCE

Recommendations to Help Keep Your Washer Clean and Performing at Its Best

1. Always use High Efficiency detergents and follow the detergent manufacturer’s instructions regarding the amount of detergent to use. Never use more than the recommended amount because that may increase the rate at which detergent and soil residue accumulate inside your washer, which in turn may result in undesirable odor.
2. Use warm and hot wash water settings sometimes (not exclusively cold water washes), because they do a better job of controlling the rate at which soils and detergent accumulate.
3. Always leave the washer lid open between uses to help dry out the washer and prevent the buildup of odor-causing residue.

Cleaning Your Top-Loading Washer

• Read these instructions completely before beginning the routine cleaning processes recommended below. This Washer Maintenance Procedure should be performed, at a minimum, once per month or every 30 wash cycles, whichever occurs sooner, to control the rate at which soils and detergent may otherwise accumulate in your washer.

Cleaning the Inside of the Washer

• To keep your washer odor-free, follow the usage instructions provided above and use this recommended monthly cleaning procedure:

Recommended Cycle for Cleaning the Washer

• Refer to the “Cycle Guide” for the optimal cycle for cleaning the inside of the washer. Use this cycle with Washer Cleaner or liquid chlorine bleach as described below

Washer Cleaner Cycle Procedure (Recommended for Best Performance):

• Open the washer lid and remove any clothing or items.
• Use a machine cleaning wipe or a soft, damp cloth or sponge to clean the inside of the door.
• Place a Washer Cleaner tablet in the bottom of the washer basket.
• Do not place a Washer Cleaner tablet in the detergent dispenser.
• Do not add any detergent or other chemical to the washer when following this procedure.
• Close the washer lid.
• Select the Clean Washer cycle.
• Press and hold START/PAUSE to begin the cycle.

Chlorine Bleach Procedure (Alternative):

• Open the washer lid and remove any clothing or items.
• Add 1 cup (236 mL) of liquid chlorine bleach to the bleach compartment.
• Close the washer lid.
• Do not add any detergent or other chemical to the washer when following this procedure.
• Select the Clean Washer cycle.
• Press and hold START/PAUSE to begin the cycle. The Clean Washer Cycle Operation is described below

Cleaning the Dispensers

• After a period of using your washer, you may find some residue buildup in the washer’s dispensers. To remove residue from the dispensers, wipe them with a machine cleaning wipe or a damp cloth and towel dry. Do not attempt to remove the dispensers or trim for cleaning. The dispensers and trim are not removable. Use an all-purpose surface cleaner, if needed.

Cleaning the Outside of the Washer

• Use a machine cleaning wipe or a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe away any spills.
• Use only a Machine Cleaning Wipe or mild soaps or cleaners when cleaning external washer surfaces.

Cleaning The Lint Filter

Clean filter after every load.

1. Press down, then out, to remove the lint filter.
2. Open the lint filter, remove lint, and clean with water.
3. Insert the lint filter bottom first; then press down and in to replace the fliter.

VACATION, STORAGE, AND MOVING CARE

Non-Use or Storage Care

Operate your washer/dryer only when you are at home. If you will be on vacation or not using your washer/dryer for an extended period of time, you should:

1. Unplug washer/dryer or disconnect power
2. Turn off water supply to washer, to avoid flooding due to water pressure surge.
3. For gas dryers only: Close shut-off valve to gas supply line.
4. Clean lint screen. See “Cleaning the Lint Screen.”

Moving Care

For power supply cord-connected washer/dryers:

1. Unplug the power supply cord.
2. Make sure leveling legs are secure in washer/dryer base.
3. Continue with “For washer/dryers” on next page.

TROUBLESHOOTING 

Feet may not be in contact with the floor and locked.

• Front and rear feet or casters must be in firm contact with floor, and washer/dryer must be level to operate properly.

Washer may not be level.

• Check floor for flexing or sagging. If flooring is uneven, a 3/4" (19 mm) piece of plywood under your washer will reduce sound.
• See “Level the Washer/Dryer” in the Installation Instructions

Load could be unbalanced.

• Load items in loose heaps evenly around the washplate. Adding wet items to washer or adding more water to basket could unbalance washer.
• Avoid washing single items. Balance a single item such as a rug or jeans jacket with a few extra items. Redistribute the load, close the lid, and press START/PAUSE.
• Item or load not suitable for selected cycle. See the “Cycle Guide” and “Using Your Washer.”

Objects may be caught in washer drain system.

• Empty pockets before washing. Loose items such as coins could fall between basket and tub or may block pump. It may be necessary to call for service to remove items.
• It is normal to hear metal items on clothing such as metal snaps, buckles, or zippers touch against the stainless steel basket.

Washer may be draining water.

• It is normal to hear the pump making a continuous humming sound with periodic gurgling or surging as final amounts of water are removed during the spin cycle.

Load sensing may be occurring.

• You may hear the hum of the sensing spins after you have started the washer. This is normal.

Basket may be slowing down.

• You may hear the whirring sound of the basket slowing down. This is normal.

Washer won’t run or fill; washer stops working

• Hose(s) must be attached and have water flowing to inlet valve.
• Water faucet(s) must be turned on.
• Check that inlet valve screens have not become clogged.
• Check for any kinks in inlet hoses, which can restrict water flow.