Kenmore 796.4051, Use & Care Manual

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (cont.)
Load is too small.
Load is out of balance.
Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balance the load.
Pause the cycle and redistribute the load after the door unlocks.
The washer has an imbalance detection and correction system. If
individual heavy articles are loaded (bath mat, bath robe, etc.) and
the imbalance is too great, the washer will make several attempts to
restart the spin cycle. If an imbalance is still detected, the washer will
stop and the error code will be displayed.
The display shows:
Check if... Then...
Control error. Unplug the washer and wait 60 seconds. Reconnect power and try
again. If the error reappears, call for service.
The display shows:
Check if... Then...
Water level is too high due to a faulty water valve. Close the water taps, unplug the washer, and call for service.
The display shows:
Check if... Then...
The water level sensor is not working correctly. Close the water taps, unplug the washer, and call for service.
The display shows:
Check if... Then...
Thermal overload protection circuit in the motor has been
tripped. Allow the washer to stand for 30 minutes to allow the motor to cool;
then restart the cycle. If the LE error code persists, call for service.
The display shows:
Check if... Then...
A power failure has occurred. If the power to the washer has been interrupted during a cycle, the
"PF" error code will be displayed the next time the washer is turned
ON. This will alert you to the fact that the previous cycle may not
have been completed. Select any cycle to clear the error code and
use the washer.
The display shows:
Check if... Then...
ENGLISH