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Kenmore Galaxy One-speed automatic washer, Owner'S Manual And Installation Instructions

The Kenmore Galaxy One-speed automatic washer is designed to simplify your laundry routine. With its efficient one-speed system, it effortlessly handles your laundry load. To ensure the best performance, make sure to download the Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions from our website for free.

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Page 1: ...peed AUTOMATIC WASHER IMPORTANT Read and follow all safety and operating instructions before first use of this product Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A Sears Canada Inc Toronto Ontario Canada M5B 2B8 www sears com 3953624 PRINTED iN U S A 3 99 ...

Page 2: ... most economical way For more information about the care and operation of Galaxy TM 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 Use the space below to record the model number and serial number of your new washer Model No Serial No Date...

Page 3: ... days and until two years from the date of purchase Sears will furnish replacement parts for any defective gearcase parts You will be charged for labor If the washer is subjected to other than private family use the above warranty coverage is effective for only 90 days WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES OR CANADA This warranty applies ...

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: ...tore this washer where it will be exposed to the weather explosive substances to the wash water Do not tamper with controls These substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE If the hat water system has not been used far such a period before us...

Page 6: ...t of too s and parts needed see pages 7 9 A SELECT LOCATION FOR YOUR WASHER pgs 11 13 Recessed Area Closet Installation Instructions p 11 H Standpipe Drain System p 13 3951 99m Laundry Tub Drain System p 12 39 in 99 cm Floor Drain System p 13 ...

Page 7: ...onal depending on installation C CONNECT DRAIN HOSE pgs 15 16 _WlST Tools Needed Parts Needed Pliers that open to 1_ 6in 3 95 cm Flashlight optional depending on installation 1 yellow single wire hose clamp top of drain hose l_ble wire hose clamp bottom of drain hose ...

Page 8: ...lashlight optional depending on installation 2 water inlet hoses 4 Nat water inlet hose washers E CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WATER FAUCETS p 17 Tools Needed Parts Needed Pliers that open to 1_6 in 3 95 cm Bucket optional Flashlight optionaI depending on depending on installation installation 2 water inlet hoses ...

Page 9: ... Needed Flashlight optional depending on installation Shipping strap with fastener G LEVEL WASHER p 19 Tools Needed Pa_sNeeded _6in 1 45 cm open end wrench Flashlight optional depending on installation Wood block 2 front leveling legs with nuts ...

Page 10: ...a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded Do not modify the plug provided with the appli ance if it will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician For your personal safety this washer must be grounded In the event of malfunction or breakdown grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by provid...

Page 11: ... FrontView Side View FrontView Door NotShown DoorShown Door With Vent Additionalclearancefor wall doorandfloormoldingsmay he required TOreducetransferof washersOullds aclearance of 1 in 2 5 cm onthe sidesofthe washeris recommended 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 ...

Page 12: ...ng the following points Grounded receptacle Must be within 4 ft 1 2 m of where Hot and cold water faucets the power cord is attached to Must provide water pressure the back of the washer S between 5 100 psi and be within 4 fl 1 2 m of the hot and cold water fill valves attached to the back of the washer Laundry tub drain system Needs a minimum 20 gal H f Support Floor must be sturdy enough to supp...

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

Page 14: ...washer Depending on your model there will 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 Electrical plug Shipping strap STEP 3 Pull firmly to remove the other end of the shipping strap pinned to the back of washer This will release the rear self leveling legs STEP 4 Cut the shipping stra...

Page 15: ...n 6 mm 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 d Place clamp over area marked CLAMR Release clamp TWIST AND PUSH 1 4 in _ 6 rnm _Orain H0se_ _ Clamp 114 in Ribbed Stop 6 mm Cabinet If you have You will need to buy Drain hose that is too short Drain hose Part N...

Page 16: ...to standpipe Do not lay excess drain hose in bottom of laundry tub D CONNECTINLETHOSES 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 or...

Page 17: ... clog hoses Determine which faucet is hot and which is cold Mark the hot water faucet STEP 2 Attach the hose with the red coupling to the hot water faucet Screw on coupling by hand Make an additional two4hirds 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 a...

Page 18: ... from STEP 4 of REMOVE SHIPPING STRAR Use it to wrap the drain hose together with the laundry tub or standpipe Push fastener into the nearest hole in the shipping strap If the water faucets and drain standpipe are recessed put hooked end of drain hose in standpipe Tightly wrap the shipping strap around the drain hose and water inlet hoses not the handles or stems Push fastener into the nearest hol...

Page 19: ...g rear legs click into place Lower washer to floor Check levelness of the washer by placing a level on top of the washer first side to side then front4o back 3 8 in 9 5 ram STEP 3 Screw leg into washer base by hand until nut reaches washer base Repeat for other leg 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 ...

Page 20: ...with 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 Plug power supply cord into grounded outlet Remove the blue protective film on the console and any tape remaining on washer Take a few minutes and read the Oper...

Page 21: ... 1 Add measured detergent directly into washer basket Then place a load of sorted clothes in the washer STEP 2 Close washer lid STEP 3 Push the Cycle Selector Control Timer knob Q in and turn to the right Set time according to the level of soil and type of fabric in the load see details on page 22 STEP 4 Pull the Cycle Selector Control Timer knob out to start washer STOPPING RESTARTING YOUR WASHER...

Page 22: ...eds RINSE AND SPIN When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes or washing special care items you may find an extra rinse and spin is needed STEP 1 Set the Cycle Selector Control Timer knob at RINSE STEP 2 Pull Cycle Selector Control Timer knob out to start washer REGULAR SPIN ONLY A drain and spin may help shorten drying times for some heavy fabrics or special care items by removing exce...

Page 23: ...drained from your washer depends on your installation If water is drained quickly from the washer you may hear air being pulled through the pump This happens during the end of draining After Drain and Before Spin When the cycle changes from draining to spinning you may hear a noise as the gearcase shifts UNDERSTANDING WHAT HAPPENS DURING THE WASHER CYCLE REGULAR Fill to selected level Wash selecte...

Page 24: ...n 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 antifreez...

Page 25: ...ding causing water starting washer to 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 Reduce load size or spray rinses are deflecting off of load Won t Drain ...

Page 26: ...n 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 normal and before spin Upper part of agitator clicks This is normal during wash Won t Wa...

Page 27: ...e agitator 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 Levelwasher Reset rear legs see INSTALLATION Section G...

Page 28: ...oftener in washer or dryer deep rinse only Iron in water rust Install an iron filter Under use of detergent causing Use enough detergent to remove soil to be redeposited soil and hold it in suspension Dye transfer due to not Sort dark clothing from whites sorting loads properly and lights Dye transfer due to not Unload the washer as soon as unloading washer promptly it stops Load is Not removing l...

Page 29: ...our GalaxyTM Washer with a Sears Maintenance Agreement Galaxy TM 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 serv...

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Page 31: ...i_ces 1 800 469 4663 For the repair or replacement parts you need Call 6 a m 11 p m CST 7 days a week PartsDirect 1 800 366 PART 1 800 366 7278 Pare ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio 1 800 659 7084 For the location of a Sears Service Center in your area Call 24 hours a day 7 days a week 1 800 488 1222 To purchase or Inquire about a Sears Maintenance Agreement Call 7 am 5 pm CST Monday Saturda...

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