Kenmore 110.81422, Use & Care Manual

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UNDERSTANDING WASHER CYCLES
When the Cycle Control knob is set to a cycle and pulled out,
the washer fills before agitation and timing start. The washer
begins agitating immediately after filling; agitation occurs
with the washer lid down.
During agitation, the agitator creates
a continuous rollover action that provides
a thorough cleaning of the wash load.
After agitation starts, the Cycle Control
knob turns clockwise until it points to an
Off area and the cycle ends.
NOTE: The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle. These
pauses are normal for washer operation.
Wash Rinse
1. Fill 1. Fill
2. Wash 2. Rinse
selected
time
3. Drain* 3. Drain
No agitation No agitation
4. Spin 4. Spin-Spray
Rinse
5. Spin
* The Casual cycle partially 6. Off
drains, fills, agitates briefly,
and drains
NORMAL SOUNDS
As with any new product, you will hear sounds that you are not
accustomed to. You may hear various sounds occurring during
the washing, rinsing, and spinning process. Between changes in
wash actions, there will be momentary pauses. You will hear water
spraying and splashing during the wash and rinse cycles. You may
hear air being pulled through the pump during the end of draining
or gears changing when the cycle changes. These sounds are part
of normal washer operation.
LAUNDRY TIPS
Preparing clothes for washing
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).
LOADING
Loading suggestions (maximum size loads)
Laundry Center
Heavy Work Clothes Towels
2 pair pants 9 bath towels or
3 work shirts 6 bath towels,
3 hand towels &
6 washcloths
Casual Mixed Load
6 shirts or 1 pair pants
2 double sheets & 2 pillowcases
2 pillowcases or 2 shirts
2 single sheets & 1 T-shirt
2 pillowcases
Knits Delicates
2 pair pants & 2 shirts or 1 camisole
3 dresses 2 slips
4 undergarments
1 set of sleepwear
1 half slip