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Page 1: ...ANT 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 www sears com Sears Canada Inc Toronto Ontario Canada M5B 2B8 www sears ca 3953628 PRINTED IN U S A 4 99 ...

Page 2: ...d 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 ModelandSerial NumberPlate Use the space below to record the model number and serial number of your new Kenm...

Page 3: ...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 if this washer is installed and operated according to the instructions 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 ...

Page 4: ...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...

Page 5: ...n 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 accumu lated 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 ...

Page 6: ...st of too s and parts needed see pages 7 9 A SELECT LOCATION FOR YOUR WASHER pgs 11 13 Recessed Areal Closet Installation Instructions p 11 Standpipe Drain System p 13 39 in 99 crn Laundry Tub Drain System p 12 99 cm Floor Drain System p 13 ...

Page 7: ...al depending on installation C CONNECT DRAIN HOSE pgs 15 16 0 y u Z Tools Needed Parts Needed Pliers that open to 1 9 _ in 3 95 cm Flashlight optional depending on installation 1 yellow single wire hose clamp top of drain hose l_ble wire hose clamp botlom of drain hose ...

Page 8: ...nal depending on installation 2 water inlet hoses 4 fiat water inlet hose washers E CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WATER FAUCETS p 17 i Tools Needed Parts Needed Pliers that open to 1_ in 3 95 cm Bucket _ optional Flashlight optional depending on depending on installation installation __ 2 water inlet hoses ...

Page 9: ...Needed Flashlight optional depend ing on installation Shipping strap with fastener G LEVEL WASHER p 19 Tools Needed Parts Needed ein 1 43 mm open end wrench Flashlight optional depending on installation Wood block 2 front leveling legs with nuts ...

Page 10: ...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 electrical 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 outl...

Page 11: ...own 3in cm Front View Door WithVent Addniona clearance for wall door and floor moldlnds may be required To reduce the transler of washer sounds a clearance el I In 2 5 cm on the sides of the washer is suddes ed The installation spacing is in inches centimeters and is the minimum allowable Allow additional space if other appliances are to be installed in the area If closet door is installed the min...

Page 12: ...lowing points Grounded receptacle Must Hot and cold water faucets be within 4 ft 1 2 m of where Must provide water pressure the power cord is attached to between 5 I00 psi and be the back of the washer within 4 ft 1 2 m of the hot f and cold water fill valves _ attached to the back of the Launury tUu uraln system washer _ Needs a minimum 20 gal _ 76 L laundry tub J Top of tub must be at least 39 i...

Page 13: ...s required If you have You will need to buy Laundry tub or standpipe taller than 96 in 2 4 m 1 in 2 5 cm diameter standpipe Overhead sewer Sump pump system if not already available 2 in 5 cm diameter to 1 in 2 5 cm diameter standpipe adapter Part No 3363920 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...

Page 14: ...ve 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 Electricalplug Shipping strap STEP 3 Cut the shipping strap about 16 in 4...

Page 15: ... of the drain hose V4in 6 ram 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 tTWIST AND PUSH d Place clamp over area marked CLAMP Release clamp _ _ Clamp _ in 6 rnrnl If you have Drain hose that is too short Drain hose that is too long A prob em w th nt c egg ng your...

Page 16: ...to standpipe Do not lay excess drain hose in bottom of laundry tub D CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WASHER 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 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 ...

Page 17: ... turn with pliers to tighten coupling DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN 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 two thirds 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 ...

Page 18: ...n 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 I STEP 2 Locate the remaining piece of shipping strap not the end with the cotter pins from STEP 3 of REMOVE SHIPPING STRAR Use it to wrap the drain hose together with the laundry tub or standpipe Push fastener into the nearest h...

Page 19: ...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 adju...

Page 20: ...th 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 Remove the blue protective film on the console and any tape remaining on washen Take a few minutes and read the Oper...

Page 21: ... i lll II t l rjl m lr I DISPENSERS Add measured liquid chlorine bleach to the dispenser 5 min after the wash cycle starts for the best wash performance DO NOT USE POWDERED BLEACH IN THE DIS PENSER Add measured fabric softener to the agitator mounted dispenser Add measured detergent to the washer basket 1 SELECT ADJUST Make the selections for these washer controls Some washers may not have all of ...

Page 22: ... Cream Milk Ice Cream Sponge immediately or apply a pre wash soil and stain remover Rinse Wash Repeat if neccesary If stain remains apply a few drops of liquid detergent Rinse If stain remains soad Wash Use an enzyme presoak or rub enzyme detergent on the stain Launder with detergent and bleach appropriate for the fabric Ketchup Tomato Sponge immediately or apply a pre wash soil and stain remover ...

Page 23: ...sh load see page 24 STEP 6 Set the WATER TEMPERA TURE Control _ see pages 24 25 STEP 7 Set RINSE OPTIONS Control _ see page 27 STEP 8 Set SPEEDS _ Control according to the type of fabric in the load see page 25 STEP 9 Push the Cycle Selector Control Timer knob _ and turn to the right to desired setting see page 26 STEP 10 Pull the Cycle Selector Control Timer knob _ out The dial will rotate as the...

Page 24: ...ure for handling the wash load Warm rinse is controlled to 75 F 24 C WAqM COLD COLD HOT i _LI_ _ COW COI_ _M _ MEDIUM LOAD Selecting Water Temperatures Wash Water Temperature Suggested Fabrics Comments HOT Work clothes Best cleaning for heavily soiled items 111 F 44 C Sturdy whites Removes oils perspiration greasy soils or above colorfast pastels and stains Diapers Prevents graying or yellowing WA...

Page 25: ...an select with the SPEEDS Control Each speed setting is designed for different types of fabrics and soil levels EXTRA DELICATE Use this speed setting for lingerie and loosely knit items Setting combines extra slow speed and intermittent agita tion for gentle soil removal and slow spin speeds to reduce wrinkling NOTE Some Hand Wash items particularly wool naturally shrink when washed either in the ...

Page 26: ... Use this cycle to get up to 4 minutes of agitation to help remove heavy soils and stains that need pretreatment PRE WASH Cycle should be followed by an ULTRA CLEAN or PERMANENT PRESS Cycle with additional detergent SOAK SOAK Cycle features 4 minutes of agitation followed by an unlimited soak time to help remove heavy soils and stains that need pretreatment You will need to reset the washer to a S...

Page 27: ... an extra rinse and spin is needed STEP 1 Set WATER LEVEL Control STEP 2 Set WATER TEMPERATURE Control STEP 3 Set RINSE OPTIONS Control to ONE RINSE STEP 4 Set SPEEDS Control STEP 5 Set the Cycle Selector Control Timer knob to a RINSE setting STEP 6 Pull Cycle Selector Control Timer knob out to start washer SPIN ONLY A drain and spin may help shorten drying times for some heavy fabrics or special ...

Page 28: ...The cabinet is insulated with sound dampening material for better vibration and sound dampening characteristics Kenmore s DUAL ACTION TM Plus Agitator gives you flexible fabric care for even your largest loads 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 To get all your clothes down to the botto...

Page 29: ...a noise as the gearcase shifts USING THE LIQUID CHLORINE BLEACH DISPENSER Automatically dilutes bleach 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 1 cup 250 mL for a full load Use less with smaller loads Follow manufacturer s directions for safe use A cup with a pouring spout ...

Page 30: ... lock ring is pulled up Starting at an angle see illustration push the bottom of the dispenser down on the agitator top STEP 2 When the dispenser is seated on the agitator push the blue lock ring down until it snaps in place It must fit tightly Add warm water to fill the dispenser until it reaches the crossed opening at the bottom of the funnel shaped portion of the dispenser Fabric softener is di...

Page 31: ...ash selected time selected time selected time _ Drain Drain r_ Drain no spin W no spin _ no spin Spin Spin Spray for cooldown Spin Fill to _ Fill to selected level selected level Rinse Rinse Drain _ Drain no spin no spin Spin Spray Off Spin Off or 2ND RINSE Off reset to wash cycle and time SOAK Fill to selected level Agitate Soak reset to SPIN to drain washer 31 ...

Page 32: ...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 Whe...

Page 33: ... 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 ...

Page 34: ...e ment 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 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 qt 1 L of R V type a...

Page 35: ...ater to starting washer deflect off tub ring Unit not level causing water Ensure front feet are installed and to deflect off tub ring nuts are tightened Level washer Reset rear legs see INSTALLATION Section G Load is unbalanced Spray Redistribute the load rinses are deflecting off load Washer is overloaded Fills or Reduce load size spray rinses are deflecting off load Won t Drain Drain hose is kin...

Page 36: ...ot level Level washer Reset rear legs Rear leveling legs not set see INSTALLATION Section G Nuts on front feet not tight Tighten nuts see INSTALLATION Section G 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 ...

Page 37: ...gitator 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 front feet are installed and nuts are tightened Level washer Reset rear legs see INSTALLATION Section G L...

Page 38: ...soon as unloading washer promptly it stops Load is Not removing Ioad promptly Unload the washer as soon as it Wrinkled stops 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 smalIer loads Wash water not warm enough Use Automatic Temperature Control to relax wrinkles Using warm ATC If safe...

Page 39: ...ur 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 Agreement Is your way to buy tomorrow s service at today s prices Eliminates repair bills resulting from normal use Allows for as many service calls as required Provides for service ...

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