Kenmore 48102 Use & Care Manual Download Page 4

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Follow the guidelines below for preparing the wash load.

Read the 

Operating Instructions

 for operating your specific model.

Always read and follow fabric care and laundry product labels.

 To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons, read

Important Safety Instructions

 before operating this washer.

1. Sort laundry into loads that can be washed together.

Sort items by recommended water temperatures and wash time.

Separate white, light, and colorfast items from dark and noncolorfast items.

Separate items which shed lint from items which attract lint. Permanent
press, synthetic, knit and corduroy items will pick up lint from towels, rugs
and chenille bedspreads.

Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled items.

Separate lacy, sheer and loosely knit items from sturdy items.

Do not machine wash items containing fiberglass.  Small particles of
fiberglass left in the drum may stick to fabrics in other loads and cause skin
irritation.

2. Prepare items for washing.

Empty pockets.

Brush off lint and dirt. Shake out rugs and beach towels.

Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes, and remove nonwashable
trims and ornaments.

Remove pins, decorative buttons, belt buckles, and other objects which could
be damaged. This also helps protect other items in the wash load.

Mend rips and tears to prevent further damage during washing.

Place delicate items such as bras, shoulder pads, hosiery, and belts in a mesh
bag to prevent tangling during the wash cycle.

Turn knit items inside out to prevent pilling.

3. Pretreat stains and heavy soil.

See 

Stain Removal

 for details.

4.

Add laundry load to washer.

Combine large and small items in a load. Load large items first.  Large items
should not be more than half the total wash load.

Washing single items such as a sweater, towel or jeans may cause an out-
of-balance load. Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balance the load.

Single heavy items such as a bedspread can be washed separately.

The washer can be fully loaded, but the items should not be tightly packed.
The door should close easily.

Important Safety Instructions

 

(continued)

     

Avoid fire

hazard or electrical shock.
Do not use an adaptor plug
or extension cord or
remove grounding prong
from electrical power cord.
Failure to follow this
warning can cause serious
injury, fire or death.

CORRECT

Use this way ONLY

 

Do not use or mix liquid

chlorine bleach with other household
chemicals such as toilet cleaners, rust removers,
acid or products containing ammonia. These
mixtures can produce dangerous fumes which
can cause serious injury or death.

Grounding type
wall receptacle

Power supply cord with 3-prong grounding plug

Washing Procedures

Sort laundry into loads that can be washed

together.

Empty pockets.

Place delicate items in a mesh bag.

Add laundry load to washer.

Do not under any
circumstances, cut,
remove, or  bypass the
grounding prong from
this plug.

Summary of Contents for 48102

Page 1: ...re Guide LAVADORA CON TAMBOREACCIÓN Manual de Uso Mantenimiento For best results a low sudsing HE High Efficiency Detergent made for front loading washers must be used Para mejores resultados debeutilizarseun detergentedebajaespuma y alta eficiencia HE recomendado para Lavadorasdecargafrontal Models Modelos 48102 48106 48112 48116 ...

Page 2: ...eated as household waste In stead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment By en suring this product is disposed of correctly you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and hu man health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product For more detailed informati...

Page 3: ...th these warnings could result in serious personal injuries Prevent Injury To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during operation the washer must be installed and electrically grounded by a qualified service person in accordance with local codes Installation instructions are packed in the washer for installer s reference Refer to INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for detailed grounding procedures I...

Page 4: ...age during washing Place delicate items such as bras shoulder pads hosiery and belts in a mesh bag to prevent tangling during the wash cycle Turn knit items inside out to prevent pilling 3 Pretreat stains and heavy soil See Stain Removal for details 4 Add laundry load to washer Combine large and small items in a load Load large items first Large items should not be more than half the total wash lo...

Page 5: ... action washers A OPENING AND CLOSING THE DISPENSER DRAWER Slowly open the dispenser drawer by first sliding the safety latch to the right then pulling the drawer out until it stops After adding laundry products slowly close the dispenser drawer Closing the drawer too quickly could result in early dispensing of bleach or fabric softener B DETERGENT Detergentisflushedfromthedispenseratthebeginning ...

Page 6: ... household chemicals such as toilet cleaners rust removers acid or products containing ammonia These mixtures can produce dangerous fumes which can cause serious injury or death 6 Selectthecycle temperature spinspeed optionsandfeaturesaccording totype size andsoillevelofeachload Startthewasher See Operating Instructions for your specific model 7 Remove items when the cycle is completed Place washe...

Page 7: ...h and hot water before washing Badly mildewed fabrics may be permanently damaged Brush off dry mud Pretreat or soak with product containing enzymes Pretreat with prewash stain remover Wash using bleach safe for fabric May be impossible to remove Place stain face down on paper towels Apply nail polish remover to back of stain Repeat replacing paper towels frequently Do not use on acetate fabrics WA...

Page 8: ... Use a lint brush or shaver to remove pills Rewash load Reduce load size Rinse in cold water with liquid fabric softener using the Perm Press or Delicate cycle Soak in detergent booster or product containing enzymes Wash in hot water using full permanent press cycle Increase detergent Add bleach safe for fabric Or treat with color remover To restore discolored load of whites use rust remover safe ...

Page 9: ...rom the upper and lower parts of the recess Figure 4 Replace the insert pressing the X to lock it in place Return the dispenser drawer Outside When washing is completed wipe top and sides of washer with a damp cloth Turn water faucets off to prevent pressure build up in the hoses As needed clean the cabinet with mild soap and water Never use harsh gritty or abrasive cleansers If door or console be...

Page 10: ...ly turned off Dispenser drawer is open Close drawer Washer door is not completely closed Close door completely Load is too small Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balance the load Dispenser drawer is open Close drawer Heavily soiled items Wipe drum with a nonabrasive household cleanser then rinse Shake or brush excess dirt and sand from items before washing This is a result of the siphoning action ...

Page 11: ...o Canada M5B 2B8 Master Protection Agreement IntheU S A Congratulations on making a smart purchase Your new Kenmore appliance is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation But like all products it may require preventive maintenance or repair from time to time That s when having a Master Protection Agreement can save you money and aggravation The Master Protection Agreement also he...

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