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Page 1: ...ns 24 Inch Wide 120 Volt LAUNDRY CENTER Washer Electric Dryer 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 PAR I NO 3405595 PRINTED IN U S A ...

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 ...

Page 4: ...ime 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 i_ 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 ...

Page 5: ...list of tools and parts needed see pages 5 9 A SELECT LOCATION FOR YOUR LAUNDRY CENTER pgs 11 16 Laundry Tub Drain System p 12 Standpipe Drain System p 131 3i Floor Drain System p 13 Recessed Area Closet Installation Instructions pgs 14 15 ...

Page 6: ...B INSTALL LEVELING LEGS p 17 Parts Needed supplied with laundry center 2 rear leveling legs 2 front leveling legs C REMOVE STYROFOAM PACKING p 17 Yellow card ...

Page 7: ... center 1 silver double 1 yellow single wire wire hose clamp hose clamp top of bottom of drain drain hose hose E CONNECT INLET HOSES TO LAUNDRY CENTER pgs 19 20 I I I r_11 _ _ _ n Tools Needed Pliers that open to 19 16 inches Flashlight optional depending on installation Parts Needed supplied with laundry center 2 water inlet hoses 4 flat water inlet hose washers i ...

Page 8: ... _ OR J Bucket optional depending on installation Flashlight optional depending on installation Parts Needed supplied with laundry center 2 water inlet hoses G SECURE DRAIN HOSE p 21 Tools Needed Flashlight optional depending on installation Parts Needed supplied with laundry center Plastic strap ...

Page 9: ...aundry center 2 front leveling legs installed previously I CONNECT EXHAUST pgs 22 27 Tools Needed Tin snips Flashlight optional depending on installation Y Flat bladed screwd rive r Parts Needed 4 inch metal elbow s 4 inch rigid or flexible optional depending heavy metal vent on installation 4 inch outlet exhaust hood C 4 4 inch diameter clamps i ...

Page 10: ...t of malfunction or break down grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment grounding con ductor and a grounding plug The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances WARNING Improper...

Page 11: ...er must not be installed where it can be exposed to water and or weather Proper operation of washer cycles requires temperatures above 32 F at lower temperatures some water may remain in washer See page 48 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 dryer...

Page 12: ... 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 ol 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 bottom of laundry center 12 ...

Page 13: ...rry 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 hch diameter standpipe 2 inch diameter to 1 inch diameter standpipe adapter Part No 3363920 Overhead sewer Standard 20 gallon 39 inch tall drain tub or utility sink and sump pump available from local plumbing suppliers Flo...

Page 14: ...above 45 F at lower temperatures the dryer may not shut off at the end of automatic cycles and drying times will be extended Check code requirements Some codes limit or do not permit installation of laundry centers in garages closets mobile homes or sleeping quarters Contact your local building inspector WARNING To reduce the risk of fire this appliance must be exhausted outdoors NOTE No fuel burn...

Page 15: ...a 6 inch minimum clearance above the laundry center All installations must be exhausted outside Use at least the minimum dimensions indicated 0oo oO 1 _ _ 237 8 _ I_ 1 FRONT VIEW DOORNOTSHOWN I m nimumII _ I aj 0 24sq in l _ I I v m uo lr area _ J 3 _1 minJ_ 27 _ _ I _ 5 I _ SIDEVIEW FRONTVIEW DOORSHOWN DOORWITH VENT Additionalclearancesfor wall doorandfloormoldingsmaybe required Openingis minimum...

Page 16: ...ast the minimum installation _ pacings described on page 15 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 Slandard for Mobile Homes Construction a _d Safety Title 24 HUD Part 280 Laundry center exhaust vent must not be connected with screws or other de...

Page 17: ...P 1 Screw front legs into the holes in the triangular braces in front corners Screw them in with an adjustable wrench to the diamond marks on the ridges i______ m STEP 2 Carefully stand the laundry center upright Because of the weight of the laundry center two people should lift it C REMOVE STYROFOAM PACKING To prevent floor damage set laundry center onto cardboard before moving across floor Move ...

Page 18: ...lamp over the straight end of the drain hose 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 p PUSH d Place clamp over area marked CLAMI_ Release clamp Soft coupler Drain_ _ hose _ Ribbed Is If you have You will need to buy Drain hose that is too short Drain ho...

Page 19: ... 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 in...

Page 20: ...g 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 two thirds 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 to faucet by hand...

Page 21: ...STEP 2 Use the plastic strap from the parts bag to wrap the drain hose together with the laundry tub or stand pipe Secure plastic strap If the water faucets and drain standpipe are recessed put hooked end of drain hose in standpipe Tightly wrap the plastic strap around the draiq hose and water inlet hoses not the handles or stems Secure plastic strap I I I 21 ...

Page 22: ...c vent Do not use a metal foil vent Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire WARNING To reduce the risk of fire this dryer must be exhausted outdoors Use a heavy metal vent Do not use a plastic vent Do not use a metal foil vent Do not exhaust laundry center into a chimney a wall a ceiling or a concealed space of a building The diameter of the heaw metal vent must be 4 inche...

Page 23: ...haust Kit No 3391335 white Side Exhaust Kit No 3391336 almond Follow the instructions in the kit to avoid operational and personal hazards These kits are available at your local Sears store or Sears Service Center Rear exhaust installations for standard offset connections see pgs 25 26 Typical installations for left or right side exhausting NOTE Avoid pushing the laundry center tightly against a w...

Page 24: ...ide Exhaust Side exhaust adds a 90 turn inside the laundry center To determine maximum exhaust length add one 90 turn to the chart EXHAUST HOOD TYPE Number of Maximum length of 4 inch 90 Turns diameter rigid heavy metal vent 0 36 ft 34 ft 29 ft 1 26 ft 24 ft 20 ft 2 16ft 14ft 12ft Number of Maximum length of 4 inch 90 Turns diameterflexible heavy metalvent 0 22 ft 21 ft 16 ft 1 16ft 15ft 10ft 2 8f...

Page 25: ...P 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 Tape _IF Clamp STEP 4 Connect vent to elbow Tape the joint with duct tape Tighten clamp STEP 5 Install one end of elbow on vent the other end to the exhaust hood Tape joints and tighten clamps NOTE Once the exhaust vent is con nected and the laundry cent...

Page 26: ...ace a clamp on each end of vent elbow Install one end of elbow on vent the other end to the exhaust hood Tape joints and tighten clamps Clamp STEP 6 Stretch the vent only as needed by pulling out from 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 Conne...

Page 27: ...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 Three of the most common types of installations are illustrated here Loop system with standard elbows Loop system with one offset and one standard elbow PERISCOPE SYSTEM r I t I _ II t _ i s _ _ 1 222 2 Vent...

Page 28: ...e vent is not crushed or kinked FINAL STEPS Plug the power supply cord into the grounded outlet 1Turn power supply on 7 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 29 38 to fully understand your new laundry cent...

Page 29: ...Set WASH DRY Selector Switch _ to WASH STEP 2 Add measured detergent directly into washer basket Then place a load of sorted clothes in the washer STEP 3 Close washer lid STEP 4 Set WATER LEVEL Control i_ based on the size of your wash load see page 30 STEP 5 Set WATER TEMP Control 1_ see page 30 STEP 6 Push the Cycle Selector Control Timer Knob t_ in and turn to the right to desired cycle and tim...

Page 30: ...comfortable temperature for handling the wash load WATER TEMP WARM WARM COLD WARM COLD _ HOT COLD X_ COLD 3O SELECTING WATER TEMPERATURES Wash Water Temperature Suggested Fabrics Comments HOT Work clothes Best cleaning for heavily soile J items 120 F or above Sturdy whites Removes oils perspiration greasy soils colorfast pastels and stains Diapers Prevents graying or yellowing WARM 90 110 F COLD 7...

Page 31: ...ou can select up to 10 minutes of wash time Wash combines slow speed agitation and slow spin speeds to reduce wrinkling NOTE When the timer reaches PAUSE the washer will drain and pause for no more than two minutes while some of the wash water is drained and replaced with cool water KNIT DELICATE Use this cycle for lingerie and loosely knit items Cycle has up to 8 minutes of wash time with a pause...

Page 32: ...and spin use the PERMANENT PRESS Cycle STEP 4 Pull Cycle Selector Control Timer Knob out to start washer HEAVY DUTY PERMANENT PRESS SOAK_ KNIT DELICATE SPIN ONLY A drain and spin may help shorten drying times for some heavy fabrics or special care items by removing excess water STEP 1 Set the Cycle Selector Contral Timer Knob to a SPIN setting For fast spin use the HEAVY DUTY Cycle For slow spin u...

Page 33: ...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 f water is drained quickly from the washer you may hear air being pulled througl _ the pump This happens during the end of draining After Drain and Before Spin When the cycle changes from draining to spinnin...

Page 34: ...AVY DUTY Fill to selected level Wash selected time Drain no spin Spin Fill to selected level Rinse Drain no spin Spin Off PREWASH Fill to selected level Wash selected time Drain no spin Spin Off reset to wash cycle and time KNIT DELICATE Fill to selected level Wash 3ause Wash rain r_o spin Spin Fill to selected level Rinse 9 E Drain r_o spin Spin Off SOAK Fill to selected level Agitate Soak reset ...

Page 35: ...e 46 TEP 3 Put laundry into dryer and hut door Fire Hazard No washer can completely remove oil Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it including cooking oils Items containing foam rubber or plastic must be dried on a clothesline or by using an air cycle Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire STEP 4 Set Cycle Selector Control Timer _ see pages 36 37 Che...

Page 36: ...s 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 removed The End of Cycle Signal sounds once the cycle is completed CYCLE DESCRIPTION TIMED DRY CYCLES TIMED DRY CYCLE Use this cycle to get up to 1 10 minutes of heated drying time The heating cycle is followed by a...

Page 37: ... place the ms on a line or rack to air dry AIR DRY AUTO DRY II TOUCH UP 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 completely dry Foam rubber pillows take a lo...

Page 38: ...setting PUSH TO START DRYER END OF CYCLE SIGNAL Your dryer sounds a signal when a drying cycle is finished The signal is helpful when you are drying permanent press synthetics and other items These items should be removed from the dryer as soon as i stops in order to prevent wrinkles COOL DOWN Approximately ten minutes before the end of the AUTO DRY II and TIMED DRY Cycles clothes are tumblec with...

Page 39: ...ese objects on your laundry center they can damage the finish Turn pockets of heavy items inside cut for even drying Turn synthetic knits inside out before washing to avoid pilling Stained or wet garments should be washeGEpromptly for best results Place small items such as baby socks or hankies in laundry bag for easier removal Articles to be ironed should be removed from the dryer while still dam...

Page 40: ...nd small items in each load Load evenly to maintain washer balance An off balance load can make the washer vibrate during spin Use a higher water level setting to reduce wrinkling with permanent 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 wilh only a few small...

Page 41: ..._ut one fabric softener sheet on top 3f the load before starting the dryer 30 not add a fabric softener sheet after he drying cycle has started Instant qeat can sause the fabric softener to _pot fabri cs aemove fabric softener stains by wetting he stains and rubbing them with liquid _Jetergent or bar soap and rewash Some fabric softeners can clog the int screen and slow drying Use fabric softeners...

Page 42: ...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 liquid 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 3 hyd...

Page 43: ...h in water temperature and bleach 3afe for the fabric For acetate sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner If _tain remains bleach with 3 hydrogen _eroxide Rinse Rewash Ink or ballpoint pen ink Pretreat using a prewash stain remover or dry cleaning solvent Sponge stain continuously until all bleeding stops Let dry Repeat if necessary Wash If stain remains bleach if safe for fabric NOTE India and ...

Page 44: ...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 45: ... use to reduce the risk of hose failure eriodicaIly inspect and replace inlet oses if you find bulges kinks cuts tear or leaks When replacing your inlet oses mark the date of replacement n 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 dryer They can damag...

Page 46: ...her 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 can cause a residue buildup on the lint screen Wash the lint screen with a nylon brush if it becomes clogged due to a residue buildup To clean STEP 1 Wet both sides of lint screen with hot wat...

Page 47: ...rson remove accumulated lint from haust ve_nt I EP 1 Disconnect exhaust vent from e laundry center FEP 2 Clean one section of vent at Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before cleaning Replace all panels before operating Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or electrical shock STEP 1 Disconnect power STEP 2 Remove back panel by removing the screws along the frame STEP 3 R...

Page 48: ...5 Disconnect power TO use laundry center again 1 Flush water 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 enter for a...

Page 49: ... causing water starting washer to deflect off of tub ring Laundry center not level Ensure leveling legs are installed causing water to deflect off Level laundry center of tub ring 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 Drain Drain hose is...

Page 50: ...pe The drain hose needs an air gap Washer Makes Load is unbalanced Redistribute load Noise Laundrycenter is not level Level laundrycenter see INSTALLATION Section H Floor notstrongenough Relocate laundrycenter to support laundrycenter see INSTALLATIO_ Section A Gears engaging after drain This is normal and before spin Upper part of agitator clicks This is normal during wash Won t Fill Water inlet ...

Page 51: ... is normal Working 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 LowlNot 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 Laundry ce...

Page 52: ... 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 load promptly Unload the washer as soon as it stops Wrinkled Wrong cyclefor fabrics Use cold rinsesand cycles withslow beingwas...

Page 53: ...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 Laundry center located in room Move laundry center where it can with temperature below 45 E operate in ambient air temperatures above 45 F Large amount of moisture Expect longer dry times with items in the load that hold more moisture cotton...

Page 54: ... 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 fabric care label instructions instructions not followed carefully Loads are Overloading Dry smaller loads that can tumble freely Wrinkled Overdr...

Page 55: ...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 for your Kenmore Laundry Center The Sears Maintenance Agreement Is your way to buy tomorrow s service at today s prices Elimin...

Page 56: ...3 7247 For the location of a Sears Parts and Repair Center in your area Call 24 hours a day 7 days a week 1 800 488 1 222 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 SE...

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