Kenmore 26112 Series, Use & Care Manual

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If you experience
Possible Causes Solution
First try the solutions suggested here
for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call.
Washer not performing as expected (cont.)
TROUBLESHOOTING
Not cleaning or
removing stains (cont.)
Not using correct cycle for fabric type.
Not using dispensers.
Not washing like colors together.
Use a higher soil level cycle option and warmer wash
temperature to improve cleaning.
Use Whites and Heavy Duty cycle for tough cleaning. See the
“Cycle Guide” to match your load with the best cycle and fabric
type.
Use dispensers to avoid chlorine bleach and fabric softener
staining.
Load dispensers before starting a cycle.
Avoid overfilling.
Do not add products directly onto load.
Wash like colors together and remove promptly after the cycle is
complete to avoid dye transfer.
Clogged dispensers or laundry
products dispensing too soon.
Incorrect dispenser
operation
Fabric damage
Sharp items were in pockets during
wash cycle.
Empty pockets, zip zippers, and snap or hook fasteners before
washing to avoid snags and tears.
Strings and straps could have tangled. Tie all strings and straps before starting wash load.
Items may have been damaged before
washing.
Mend rips and broken threads in seams before washing.
Fabric damage can occur if washer
is tightly packed.
Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the washplate. Load
with dry items only.
Use cycle designed for the fabrics being washed.
Add only 1 or 2 garments after washer is started.
Liquid chlorine bleach may have been
added incorrectly.
Do not pour liquid chlorine bleach directly onto load. Wipe up
bleach spills.
Undiluted bleach will damage fabrics. Do not use more than
recommended by manufacturer.
Do not place load items on top of bleach dispenser when
loading and unloading washer.
Garment care instructions may not
have been followed.
Always read and follow garment manufacturer’s care label
instructions. See the “Cycle Guide” to match your load with the
best cycle.
It is normal for small amounts of water to remain in dispenser. Small amount of water
still in dispenser after
cycle
Normal dispenser operation.
Residual powder in dispenser.
Do not overfill dispenser, which causes immediate dispensing.
Always select Fabric Softener option to assure proper dispensing.
Load dispensers before starting a cycle.
Homes with low water pressure may result in residual powder
in the dispenser. To avoid, select a warmer wash temperature if
possible, depending on your load, or use liquid HE detergent.
Use only liquid chlorine bleach in the bleach dispenser.
In wash water temperatures colder than 60° F (15.6° C),
some detergents do not dissolve well. Soils may be difficult
to remove. To avoid, select a warmer wash temperature if
possible, depending on your load, or use liquid HE detergent.
Not using HE detergent or using too
much HE detergent.
The suds from regular detergent can keep washer from
operating correctly.
Use only HE detergent. Be sure to measure correctly.
Always measure detergent and follow manufacturer’s directions
based on load size and soil level.
Button sounds are turned off.
Cycle signal is turned off.
Button sounds can be turned on or off by pressing and holding the
TWO RINSES button for 6 seconds.
Cycle signal can be turned on or off by pressing and
holding the FABRIC SOFTENER button for 6 seconds.
No sounds when
buttons are pressed
No end of cycle signal