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Page 1: ...h Wide Large Capacity LAUNDRY CENTER Washer Electric Dryer IMPOFITANT 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 PART NO 3405596 PRINTED IN U S A H H I H H U ...

Page 2: ...e your new Kenmore Laundry Center in the safest and most economical way If you need 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 laundry center s model and serial numbers are located on the Model and Serial Number Plate Use the space below to record the model nu...

Page 3: ...Restriction If the laundry center is operated for any purpose other than Private Family Use all warranty coverage is effective for only 90 days Warranty Service Warranty service is available by contact ing your nearest Sears Service Center in the United States This warranty applies only while this laundry center is in use in the United States This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you m...

Page 4: ... Do not allow children to play on or in the laundry center Close supervision of children is necessary when the laundry center is used near children Before the laundry center is removed from service or discarded remove the washer lid and dryer door Do not reach into the washer if the tub or agitator is moving Do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving Do not install or store this laundry cen...

Page 5: ...te list of tools and parts neededi see pages 5 10 A SELECT LOCATION FOR YOUR LAUNDRY CENTER pgs 11 15 Laundry Tub Drain System p 12 Standpipe Drain System p 13 Floor Drain System p 13 Recessed Area Closet Installation Instructions p 14 ...

Page 6: ...ts Needed _I _ Strain relief New 3 or 4 wire 30 amp U L listed power supply cord kit includes strain relief If making a direct wire connection Tools Needed 1 4 inch nut 2 Phillips head driver shown screwdriver or socket wrench Wire stripper Flashlight optional depending on installabon Parts Needed 10 gauge 3 or 4 wire flexible armored or non metallic sheathed copper cable with grounding wire 3 4 i...

Page 7: ...nal depending on installation D CONNECT DRAIN HOSE pgs 28 29 Tools Needed Pliers that open to 19 16inches Flashlight optional depending on installation AND PUSH Parts Needed suppliedwith laundry center 1 sil_e 1 yellow single wlre wire hose clamp hose clamp top of bottom of drain drain hose hose ...

Page 8: ... on installation Parts Needed supplied with laundry center 2 wa_ 4 flat water inlet hose washers F CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WATER FAUCETS p 30 Tools Needed Pliers that open __ to 19 _8inches _oUl tFiient al_ __ depending on Flashlight optional inst_Lllation depending on installation Parts Needed supplied with laundry center ...

Page 9: ...s Needed supplied with laundry center Shipping strap with fastener pulled from back of laundry center H LEVEL LAUNDRY CENTER p 31 Tools Needed open end wrench Flashlight optional depending on installation Wood block Parts Needed supplied with laundry center 2 front leveling legs with nuts ...

Page 10: ...s Duct tape Flashlight optional Flat bladed depending on installation screwdriver 4 inch rigid or flexible heavy metal vent 4 inch outlet exhaust hood Parts Needed 4 inch metal elbow s optional depending on installation 0 O0 4 4 inch diameter clamps 10 ...

Page 11: ...nter must not be installed where it can be exposed to water and or weather P_roperoperation of washer cycles requires temperatures above 32 F at lower temperatures some water may remain in washer See page 58 for Winterizing Information Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors such as gasoline away from dryer Failure to do so can result in death explosion or fire Proper operation of dry...

Page 12: ...old water fill valves attached to the back of the laundry center Laundry tub drain system Needs a minimum 20 gallon laundry tub Support Floor must be sturdy enough to support a total weight of 500 pounds includes laundry center and load weight Level floor Maximum allowable slope under entire laundry center 1 inch Top of tub must be at least 39 inches above floor and no higher than 96 inches from b...

Page 13: ...arry away capacity of 17 gallons per minute is required If you have You may need to buy Laundry tub or standpipe Sump pump system taller than 96 inches if not already available 1 inch diameter standpipe 2 inch diameter to 1 inch diameter standpipe adapter Part No 336392 Overhead sewer Standard 20 gallon 39 inch tall drain tub or utility sink and sump pump available from local plumbing suppliers Fl...

Page 14: ...ppliances may be installed in the same closet as the laundry center MINIMUM INSTALLATIION SPACING N 48 sq minimum ventilation area area 1 _ _ 27 3 8 _ _ 1 _t minl_ 321 4 _ t _ 51 z FRONTVIEW SIDEVIEW FRONTVIEW DOORNOTSHOWN DOORSHOWN DOOR WITHVENT Additionalclearancesfor wall doorand floormohJings may be required Openingis minimumfor closetdoor Louvereddoorwith equivalentair openings is acceptable ...

Page 15: ...shut off at the end of automatic cycles and drying times will be extended Use at least the minimum installation spacings described on page 14 This laundry center is suitable for mobile home installations The installation must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard Title 24 CFR Part 3280 formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Homes Construction and Safety Title 24 HUD P...

Page 16: ...commended This laundry center is manufactured with the 3 wire frame grounding conductor connected to the NEUTRAL center of the wiring harness of the terminal block Do not have a fuse in the neutral or grounding circuit A fuse in the neutral or grounding circuit could result in an electrical shock Use a 4 conductor cord when the laundry center is installed in a mobile home or an area where local co...

Page 17: ...may permit the use of a U L listed 120 240 volt minimum 30 ampere dryer power supply cord kit pigtail Power supply cord should be type SRD or SRDT and be at least four feet long The wires that connect to the laundry center must end with ring terminals or spade terminals with upturned ends Do not use an extension cord with this laundry center Do not connect plug end of power supply cord into a live...

Page 18: ... 4 inch U L listed strain relief to the hole below terminal block opening Strain relief should have a tight fit with laundry center cabinet and be in a horizontal position Put the power supply cord through the strain relief STEP 4 Loosen or remove terminal block screws Connect the neutral wire white or center of power supply cord under the center screw of the terminal block STEP 5 Connect the othe...

Page 19: ...th three wire flexible armored or nonmetallic sheathed copper cable with grounding wire All current carrying wires must be insulated A conduit connector must be installed at junction box Allow four feet of slack in the line so laundry center can be moved if servicing is ever necessary GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal permanent wiring system or an equipmen...

Page 20: ...or center of direct wire cable under the center screw of the terminal block STEP 5 Connect the other two wires to outer terminal block screws using the same method s described in STEP 4a Securely tighten all electrical connections STEP 6 Tighten the strain relief screws STEP 7 Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of the laundry center rear panel Secure cover with hold down screw If local c...

Page 21: ...r the center screw of the terminal block STEP 4 Connect the other two wires to outer terminal block screws Securely tighten all electrical connections STEP 5 Tighten the strain relief screws STEP 6 Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of the laundry center rear panel Secure cover with hold down screw STEP 7 Connect separate copper grounding wire from external ground connector to an adequat...

Page 22: ...ower supply cord should be type SRD or SRDT and be at least four feet long The wires that connect to the laundry center must end with ring terminals or spade terminals with upturned ends For mobile homes or other four wire installations the power supply cord must have four No lO copper wires and match a four wire receptacle of NEMA Type 14 30R The fourth wire grounding conductor must be identified...

Page 23: ...ppliance is properly grounded Do not modify the plug on the power supply cord If it will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician STEP 1 Disconnect power STEP 2 Remove hold down screw and terminal block cover STEP 3 Attach a 3 4 inch U L listed strain relief to the hole below terminal block opening Strain relief should have a tight fit with laundry center cabine...

Page 24: ...rounding conductor screw Securely tighten all electrical connections STEP 8 Insert tab of te Tninal block cover into slot of the laundry center rear panel Secure cover with hold down screw Pn ceed with Installation on page 27 Green wire of power supply cord or bare copper wire Neutral grounding wire green yellow Center silver coloredterminal blockscrew Neutral wire white External ground connector ...

Page 25: ...eathed copper cable with grounding wire All current carrying wires must be insulated The grounding wire may be bare A conduit connector must be installed at junction box Allow four feet of slack in the line so laundry center can be moved if servicing is ever necessary GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal permanent wiring system or an equipment grounding condu...

Page 26: ...e the hook shaped end of the wire over the terminal block screw The open side of the hook should face to the right Squeeze hook end of wire together to form a loop STEP 7 Connect the other two wires to outer terminal block screws Use the same method described in STEP 6 STEP 8 Connect the direct wire cable bare grounding wire to the external grounding conductor screw Securely tighten all electrical...

Page 27: ...to its final location STEP 1 Read then remove the label over the shipping strap STEP 2 Pull the yellow shipping strap completely out of the laundry center Ther _ should be three cotter pins on the end of the shipping strap t hat comes out of the laundry center Shipping strap STEP 3 Cut the shipping strap about 16 inches from plug end Look for the words CUT HERE Discard end with three cotter pins Y...

Page 28: ...aver the straight end of the drain hose V4 inch from the end c Open clamp Twist hose back and forth while pushing onto drain connector on the side of the laundry center Continue until hose contacts the ribbed stops on the cabinet AND PUSH d Place clamp over area marked CLAMP Release clamp Soft coupler DrainZ hose _ Ribbed stops If you have You will need to buy Drain hose that is too short Drain ho...

Page 29: ...ub E CONNECT INLET HOSES TO LAUNDRY CENTER Proper connection of your inlet hoses will allow hot and cold water to enter your laundry center properly It also helps prevent water damage due to leaks Slip and Fall Hazard Use new water inlet hoses Failure to do so can result in head injury or broken bones NOTE Replace inlet hoses after five years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure Periodically ...

Page 30: ... hoses Determine which faucet is qot and which is celd Mark the hot water faLcet STIEP 2 Attach the hose with the red coupling to the hot water faucet Screw on coupling by hand Make an additional twc thirds turn with pliers to tighten coupling DO NOT OVERTIGHTE N this could darnage the coupling STIEP 3 Attach the hose with the blu coupling to the cold water faucet Screw on coupling to faucet by ha...

Page 31: ... not the handles or stems Push fastener into the nearest hole in the shipping strap l Leveling your laundry cer ter properly prevents excessiive noise and vibration STEP 1 Tilt laundry center forward until rear of laundry center is at least 3 inches off floor You may hear the self adjusting rear legs click into place Lower laundry center to floor Check levelness of the laundry center by placing a ...

Page 32: ...hes Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch If using an existing exhaust system disconnect vent from the laundry center and clean one section at a time until you reach the exhaust hood To clean out lint you can use the hose attachment on your vacuum or use a pole or wire with a feather duster or rag attached r Make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with lint Follow the instructions in this...

Page 33: ...t Use the straightest path you can where possible to avoid 90 turns DETERMINE VENT LENGTH Maximum Exhaust Lengths Rear ExhausL The maximum length of the rear exhaust system depends on the type of vent the number of elbows and the type of exhaust hood Refer to the chart below Side Exhaust Side exhaust adds a 90 turn inside the laundry center To determine maximum exhaust length add one 90 turn to th...

Page 34: ...r measurement in order to make a connection STFP 3 Place a clamp on each end of vent elbow and connect elbow to your laundry center s exhaust outlet Tape the joint with duct tape Tighten clamp STEP 4 Connect vent to elbow Tape tile joint with duct tape Tighten clamp STEP 5 Install one end of elbow on veto the other end to the exhaust hood Tap _ joints and tighten clamps NO rE Once the exhau t vent...

Page 35: ...e exhaust hood Tape joints and tighten clamps STEP 6 Stretch the vent only as needed by pulling out frorn the center in each direction Do not stretch vent sections over 6 feet If distance is more than 6 feet use 2 or more sections of rigid metal vent with flexible metal vent attached at ends STEP 7 Connect the vent directly to the laundry center s exhaust outlet or to a separate elb3w Tape the joi...

Page 36: ...nt by using a loop system A kit is available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center LOOP SYSTEM NOTE Vent systems come in many varieties Select the type that best fits your installation Tihree of the most common types of installations are illustrated here Loop system with standard elbows PERISCOPE SYSTEM f i J _ _r _ Y 5_ a_ Vent system with one periscope 2 clearance _ Loop system wil...

Page 37: ... Make sure vent is not crushed or kinked FINAL STEPS Plug the power supply cord into the grounded outlet or connect direct wire to power supply Turn power supply on Wipe the interior of the dryer drum thoroughly with a damp cloth to remove any dust Remove the blue protective film on the console and any tape remaining on laundry center Take a few minutes and read the Operating Instructions pages 38...

Page 38: ...OPTIONAL STEP If desired add measured liquid chlorine bleach to the liquid bleach dispenser see pages 42 43 STEP 3 OPTIONAL STEP If desired add measured liquid fabric softener to th_ fabric softener disF enser see page 43 STEP 4 Close washer lid STEP 5 Set WATER LEVEL Control based on the size ofyour wash load see page 39 STEP 6 Set WATER TEMP Control _ see page 39 STEP 7 Push the Cycle Selector C...

Page 39: ...re comfortable temperature for handling the wash load WATER TEMP WARM WARM COLD WARM 9 COLD COLD SELECTING WATER TEMPERATURES Wash Water Temperature Suggested Fabrics Comments HOT Work clothes Best cleaning fo_ heavily soiled items 120 F or above Sturdy whites Removes oils perspiration greasy soils colorfast pastels and stains Diapers Prevents grayinc o yellowing WARM 90 110 F COLD 70 90 F Dark no...

Page 40: ...le HEAVY DUTY Use this cycle to get up to 14 minutes of wash time for sturdy or heavily soiled loads Wash combines fast and slow speed agitation and fast spin speeds PERMANENTPRESS _t _mrtm m y m 3 n The PERMANEN I PRESS Cycle includes a load cooling process that reduces wrinkling compared to other cycles You can select up to 10 minutes of wash time Wash combines fast and slow speed agitation and ...

Page 41: ...ain and spin may help shorten drying times for sorne heavy fabrics of spe ial care items by removing excess wateP STEP 1 Set the Cycle Selector Control Timer Knob to a SPIN setl ing For fast spin use the HEAVY DUTY Cycle For slow spir_ use the KNIT DELICATE Cycle STEP 2 Pull the Cycle Selector Control Timer Knob out to start washer SPIN HEAVY DUTY SHORT 6 AUTO PREWASH _ PREWASH SOAK SOAK SPIN RINS...

Page 42: ...Wash When you select a small load size set ting for a small wash load your washer has a lower water level With this lower water level you may hear a clicking sound from the upper portion of the agitator During Drain The rate that water is drained from your washer depends on your installation If water is drained quickly from the washe you may hear air being pulled through the pump This happens duri...

Page 43: ...ake it appear that your dispenser is not working correctly NOTE Fabric softeners are net com patible with detergents This dispenser should never be used in the PFIEWASH Cycle since it would dispense fabric softener into a wash load that has not been rinsed Undiluted fabric softener spilled on fabric may result in spots that look like oil stains If you ever use your dispenser this way by mistake re...

Page 44: ...Spin Off PERMANENT PRESS r_ Fill to se ected level Wash selected time Partial Drain Pause r_ Fill for cool down Wash r_ Drain no spin Spin Fillto se ected level Rinse Drain no spin Spin D Off SOAK Fill to selected level Agitate Soak washer automatically advances into PREWASH PREWASH Fill to selected level E E Wash selected time Drain no spin Spin Off reset to wash cycle and time 44 ...

Page 45: ...hat Ihas ever had any type of oil on it iincluding cooking oils Items containing foam rubber or plastic must be dried on a clothesline or by using an ain cycle Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire STEP 3 Set Cycle Selector Control Timer O see pages 46 and 47 STEP 4 Press PUSH TO STAFIT DRYER Button_ Be sure door is closed Duty o Large Capacity Soft Heat PUSH TO START DR...

Page 46: ...most fabrics At the end of the cycle feel the dried clothes If they are damp select MORE DRY the next time you do a similar load If they are overdried select LESS DRY the next time you do a similar load Dryness is determined by thermostats that react to the amount of moisture in the air exhausted from the dryer Moist air indicates clothes are still damp Dry air indicates that moisture has been rem...

Page 47: ...ms that require dryir_g without heat Use the AIR DRY Cycle or place the items on a line or rack to air dry Type of Load DELICATE FABRICS Sheer curtains 2 or 3 panels gauze lace etc RUBBER PLASTIC HEAT SENSITIVE FABRICS Foam rubber Pillows padded bras stuffed toys Make sure coverings are securely stitched Shake and fluff pillows by hand several times during the cycle Make sure pillows are completel...

Page 48: ...TART DRYER END OF CYCLE SIGNAL SIGNAL SIGNAL OFF ON SOFT H EA P SYSTEM _Ift _mr Jq_im 1 al _ i ilm SOFT HEAP System guards against overdrying This helps your fabrics retain the natural moisture they nee i prevents static and reduces pilling the formation of small lint like balls on the surface of garments Pilling is the natural result of washing and wearing of garments Kenmore dryers help prevent ...

Page 49: ...se objects on your laundry center they can damage the finish Turn pockets of heavy items inside out for even drying Turn synthetic knits inside out before washing to avoid pilling Stained or wet garments should be washed promptly for best results Place small items such as baby socks or hankies in laundry bag fo_ easier removal Articles to be ironed should be removed from the dryer while still damp...

Page 50: ...ad evenly to maintain washer balance An off balance load can make the washer vibrate during spin Use a higher water level setting to reduc wrinkling with perrnanent 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 setting Loads with only a few small items need less wash time For...

Page 51: ...tems to a partly dried load or opening the door unnecessarily Shorten dr_ ing times by exhausting laundry center properly and cleaning exhaust vent and outside exhaust hood as needed Keep the lint screen clean Use dryer where room air temperature is above 45 _E Sort loads Icy fabric weight and type USING DRYER FABRIC SOFTENERS Dryer fabric softeners are recommended for reducing static cling Always...

Page 52: ...ains turn brown with age so treat immediately Sponge or soak fresh stains with cold water Wash If stain remains soak 15 minutes in a solution of lukewarm water Piquid detergent and a few drops of white vinegar Rinse Wash Blood Rinse immediately or soak in cold water with enzyme presoak for 30 minutes or longer Rinse Rub detergent into any remaining stains Rinse If stain remains put a few drops of ...

Page 53: ... Wash in water temperature and bleach safe for the fabric For acetate sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner If stain remains bleach with 3 hydrogen peroxide Rinse Rewash Ink or ballpoint pen ink Pretreat using a prewash stain remover or dry cleaning solvent Sp 3nge stain continuously until all bleeding stops Let dry Repeat if necessary Wash If stain remains bleach if safe for fabric NOTE India...

Page 54: ...hese paints cannot be removed after they have dried Rinse in warm water to flush out paint Sponge with a nonflam mable fabric cleaner Rinse Wash Oil base Scrape off fresh paint Sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner While stain is still wet with solvent rub liquid detergent into it Wash with hottest water safe for fabric Perspiration Remove stains before ironing Perspira tion stains may weaken ...

Page 55: ...five years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if you find bulges kinks cuts wear or leaks When replacing your inlet hoses mark the date of replacement on the label with a permanent marker CLEANING YOUR DRYER EXTERIOR Use a soft damp cloth to clean the cabinet and console Avoid using harsh abrasives Do not put sharp metal objects on or in your dry...

Page 56: ...r and fabrics Some towels made of synthetic fibers and natural fibers polyester and cotton blends may shed more lint than other towels causing your dryer s lint screen to fill up faster Be sure to remove lint from the lint screen before and after drying new towels Wash Lint Screen As Needed Laundry detergents and fabric softeners c_Ln cause a residue buildup on the lint screen Wash the lint screen...

Page 57: ...from the laundry center STEP 2 Clean one section of vent at a time until you reach the exhaust hood To clean out lint you can use the hose attachment on your vacuum or use a pole or wire with a feather duster or rag attached STEP 3 Reconnect vent as described in the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS of this Owner s Manual To remove accumulated lint from inside the dryer Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect ...

Page 58: ...er pipes and hoses 2 Reconnect water inlet hoses 3 Turn on both water faucets 4 Reconnect power supply cord 5 Run the washer through a complete cycle with 1 cup of detergent to clean out antifreeze NON USE OR VACATION CARE Operate your laundry center only when you are at home If you will be on vaca tion or not using your laundry center for an extended period of time you should Unplug the power sup...

Page 59: ...arting washer to deflect off of tub ring Laundry center not level causing water to deflect off of tub ring Ensure front feet are installed and nuts are tightened Level laundry center Reset rear legs see INSTALLATION Section H Load is unbalanced Spray Redistribute the load rinses are deflecting off of load Washer is overloaded Fills Reduce load size or spray rinses are deflecting off of load Won t ...

Page 60: ...el Level laundry center Reset rear legs Rear leveling legs not set see INSTALLATION Section H Nuts on front feet not tight Tighten nuts see INSTALLATION Section H Yellow shipping strap with Remove strap with cotter pins cotter pins not completely see INSTALLATION Section C removed Floor not strong enough Relocate laundry center to support laundry center see INSTALLATION Section A Gears engaging af...

Page 61: ... only in one direction The top of the agitator is loose This is normal Water Level The top of the 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 pulled forward when unloading Tub moves Laundry center not level Tub is Ensure tub is centered before Crooked starting washer This is normal Ens...

Page 62: ...washer as soon as unloading washer promptly it stops Load is Not removing load promptly Unload the washer as soon as it stops Wrinkled 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 smaller loads Wash water not warm enough to If safe for fabric use warm or hot wash relax wrinkles Using ...

Page 63: ... but you will not get any heat Timer or the temperature Select the right cycle for the types control is set on AIR DRY of garments being dried see OPERATION Fabric softener sheets Use only one softener sheet per load blocking outlet grill and only use it once Dryer located in room with Move dryer where it can operate in temperature below 45 R ambient air temperatures above 45 R Large amount of moi...

Page 64: ...rmal wear and laundering Stains on Load Improper use of fabric softener Use fabric softener sheets in dryer Add in washer at beginning of cycle when load is cold Drying soiled items Items need to be clean before being dried Items Overdrying Match dryer settings to fabric type Shrinking see OPERATION Poor garment quality Check quality of garment before purchasing Manufacturer s care label Follow fa...

Page 65: ...aundry Center with a Sears Maintenance Agreement Kenmore Laundry Centers are designed manufactured and tested for years of dependable operation Yet any appliance may require service from time to time The Sears Maintenance Agreement offers you an outstanding service program _oryour Kenmore Laundry Center The Sears Maintenance Agreement Is your way to buy tomorrow s service at today s prices Elimina...

Page 66: ... 473 7247 Forthe location of a Sears Parts and Repair Center in your area Call 24 hours a day 7 clays a week 1 800 488 1222 For information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance Agreement or to inquire about an existing Agreement Call 9 am 5 pm Monday Saturday 1 800 827 6655 When requesting service or ordering parts always give the following information Product Name Part Name Model Number Part Number ...

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