Kenmore 11020096990, 11020056992, 11020052991, 11020097990, 11020092990 Owner’s Manual

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Owner's Manual and

Installation Instructions

Electronic Three-Speed

AUTOMATIC WASHERS

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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. www.sears.com Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8 www.sears.ca

3953137A PRINTED IN USA 7/99

BEFORE USING YOUR NEW WASHER ....... 2

KENMORE AUTOMATIC WASHER WARRANTY 3

WASHER SAFETY ........... 4

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 6

OPERATING YOUR WASHER 21

LAUNDRY TIPS ............ 39

CARING FOR YOUR WASHER 41

TROUBLESHOOTING ........ 42

SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT 47

Please read this manual. It will help you install and operate your new

Kenmore washer in the safest and most economical way.

For 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 washer's model and serial numbers

are located on the Model and Serial Number Plate.

-- __'_Model and Serill

Number Plate

Use the space below to record the model number and serial number of your new

Kenmore washer.

Model No. __

Serial No.

Date of Purchase

Keep this book and your Sears Sales check (receipt) in a safe place for future reference.

Limited Lifetime Warranty on

White Porcelain Basket

For the lifetime of the washer from the

date of purchase, Sears will replace the white porcelain wash basket if it chips

or rusts due to defective material or workmanship, You will be charged for

labor after the first year.

Limited 10-Year Warranty on Plastic Tub*

For the second through tenth year from

the date of purchase, Sears will replace the plastic tub if it is defective in material or workmanship. You will be

charged for labor after the first year.

Limited 5-Year Warranty on

Gearcase Parts*

For the second through fifth year from

the date of purchase, Sears will replace any gearcase parts that are defective in

material or workmanship. You will be charged for labor after the first year.

Limited 2-Year Warranty on Electronic Control Board

For two years from the date of purchase, Sears will replace the

electronic control board if it is defective in material or workmanship,

You will be charged for labor after the first year.

Full 1-Year Warranty on

"Spreckle" Porcelain Basket For one year from the date of

purchase, when this washer is installed

and operated according to the instruc- tions that come with it, Sears will replace the "spreckle" (speckled sur-

face) porcelain wash basket if it chips or rusts due to defective material or

workmanship.

Full 1-Year Warranty on Mechanical and Electrical parts

For one year from the date of pur- chase, when this washer is installed

and operated according to the instruc- tions that come with it, Sears will repair

or replace any of its mechanical or electrical parts if they are defective in

material or workmanship.

Warranty Restriction

If this washer is operated for any pur-

pose other than private family use, all warranty coverage is restricted to 90

days from the date of purchase.

Warranty Service

Warranty service is available by contacting your nearest Sears Service

Center in the United States or Canada. This warranty applies only while this

washer is used in the United States or Canada.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other

rights that vary from state to state or province to province.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept 817WA,

Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Sears Canada Inc., Toronto,

Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8

*In Canada a different warranty may apply. In the U.S. for Sears warranty information or

to contact a Sears Service Center, call

1-800-4-MY-HOME sM(1-800-469-4663).

In Canada, call 1-877-533-6937.

Your safety and the safety of others is very important.

We have provided many importantsafety messages in this manualand on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to hazards 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 can happen if the instructions are not

followed.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when

using your washer, fellow basic precautions, including the following:

• Read all instructions before using the • Do not allow children to play on or in the washer, washer. Close supervision of children is

• Do not wash articles that have been necessary when the washer is used near previously cleaned in, washed in, children. soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, • Before the washer is removed from

dry-cleaning solvents, other flammable service or discarded, remove the lid. or explosive substances as they give off • Do not reach into the washer if the tub or

vapors that could ignite or explode, agitator is moving.

• Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning • Do not install or store this washer where solvents, or other flammable or 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 hot water system has not been used for such a period, before using a washing machine, turn

on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for severai min-

utes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas, As the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.

• Do not repair or replace any part of the washer or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the Owner's

Manual or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out,

• See Installation Instructions for grounding

requirements.

SAVE THESEINSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLATION OVERVIEW

For a complete list of tools and parts needed, see pages 7-9.

A. SELECT LOCATION

FOR YOUR WASHER (pgs. 11-13)

Recessed Area/ Closet Installation Instructions (p. 11) Laundry Tub Drain System (p, 12)

Standpipe Drain System (p. 13)

39 in

(99 cm)

Floor Drain System (p. 13)

B,REMOVESHIPPINGSTRAP(p,14)

Tools Needed:

Scissors Flashlight (optional

C, CONNECT DRAIN HOSE (pgs, 15-16)

Tools Needed: Parts Needed:

depending on installation)

pA_NsDHIST

Pliers that open

to l_'e in (3.95 cm) f11_q

Flashlight (optional

depending on installation)

1 yellow, single-wire

hose clamp (top of

drain hose)

1 silver, double-wire

hose clamp (bottom of

drain hose)

D, CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WASHER (pgs. 16-17)

Tools Needed:

Pliers that open to lg_ in (3.95 cm)

Flashlight (optional depending on installation)

PaNs Needed:

4 flat water inlet hose washers

E. CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WATER FAUCETS (pg. 17)

Tools Needed: PaNs Needed:

2 water inlet hoses

Pliers that open to 1_,, in (3.95 cm)

Bucket

(optional Flashlight (optional depending on depending on

8 installation) installation)

2 water inlet hoses

SECURE DRAIN HOSE (p, 18)

Tools Needed: Parts Needed:

Flashlight (optional

depending on installation)

Shipping strap with fastener

G, LEVEL WASHER (p. 19)

Tools Needed: Parts Needed:

_-in (1.45 cm)

open-end wrench

2 front leveling legs with nuts

(supplied with washer)

Flashlight (optional

depending on installation)

Wood block

Selecting the proper location for your washer will improve its performance

and minimize concerns like washer walk or noise.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS 120-Volt, 60-Hz., AC-only, 15- or

20-ampere fused electrical supply is required. (Time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended.) Connect

to an individual branch circuit.

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions

can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

This washer is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3-prong grounding plug. To minimize possible shock hazard, you must plug the power supply cord into a mating 3-prong grounding4ype wall receptacle, grounded in accordance with

National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70- latest edition and all local codes and ordinances.

3 prong

grounding=type

wall receptacle

3 prong

grounding plug

• For a grounded, cord- connected washer:

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This washer must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown,

grounding will reduce the risk of electri- cal shock by providing a path of least

resistance for electric current. This

washer is equipped with a cord having

an equipment-grounding conductor 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 connection

of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.

Check with 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 appliance - if it will not fit the

outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

• For a permanently connected

washer:

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This washer must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment grounding

conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the

equipment-grounding terminal or lead on the appliance.

Grounding \ III //

Power supply

cord

A. SELECT LOCATION

FOR YOUR WASHER -

RECESSED AREA/ CLOSET INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

This washer may be installed in a recessed area or closet.

19 in

(48.3 _m)

*0 in-_= _27in_

(0 cm) (686 cm)

FrontView Side View FrontView

(Door NotShown) (Door Shown) (DoorWithVent)

*Additionalclearance tot wall, doorandfloor moldingsmay he required.

TOreducetransferofwashersounds,a clearanceofI in (2.5 cm) onthesidesotthewasheris recommended.

_--*0 in -_1 inJ<F251/2 in _ 4 in

(0 cm) (2.5 cm) (648 cm) (10.2 cm)

• The installation spacing is in inches

(centimeters) and is the minimum allowable.

• Allow additional space if other appli- ances are to be installed in the area.

48 in2

(310cm2)-

_(7.6 cm)

minimum

ventilation

area

24in2

(155cm_)

minimum-

ventilation

area

• If closet door is installed, the minimum

air openings in top and bottom are required. Leuvered doors with equivalent air openings in top and bottom are acceptable.

3 in

LAUNDRY TUB DRAIN SYSTEM

Check location where washer will be installed. This washer can be installed

using one of three systems:

• Laundry tub drain system (below)

• Standpipe drain system (p, 13)

• Floor drain system (p. 13)

Grounded receptacle: Must be within 4 ft (1.2 m) of where the power cord is attached to

the back of the washer.

Hot and cold water faucets: Must provide water pressure

between 20-100 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

Do not store or operate washer at or below 32°F (0°C) (some water may

remain in washer), See page 41 for winterizing information.

Proper installation is your responsibility, Make sure you have everything neces-

sary for correct installation including the following points:

(76 L) laundry tub.

Support: Floor must be sturdy enough to support a total weight of 315 Ibs (143 kg) (including washer, water, and load weight).

Level floor: Maximum least 39 in (99 cm) allowable slope under entire above floor and no washer - 1 in (2.5 cm). higher than 96 in

(2.4 m) from bottom of washer.

ALTERNATE LOCATIONS - STANDPIPE AND FLOOR DRAIN SYSTEMS

Siphon break: Must be purchased

separately. See chart below.

39 in

(99 cm)

Standpipe drain system: Needs a 2 in (5 cm)

minimum diameter standpipe with minimum carry-away capacity of 17 gal (64 L) per minute. Top of standpipe must be at least 39 in (99 cm) above floor and no higher than 96 in (2.4 m) from bottom of washer.

Floor drain system: Requires a siphon break, see chart below. A minimum carry-away capacity of 17 gaI (64 L) per 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 Siphon break, Part No. 285320;

additional drain hose, Part No. 3357090; and Connector Kit, Part No. 285442

Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center: In the United States, call 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278). in Canada, call 1-877-533-6937.

B. REMOVE SHIPPING STRAP

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Removing the shipping strap is necessary for smooth operation, If the shipping strap is not

removed, the washer will make excessive noise,

To prevent floor damage, set washer onto cardboard before moving across floor.

Move washer close to its final location. STEP 1. Do not cut yellow strap. Pull

yellow strap firmly, until completely

removed from washer. Depending on

your model, there should 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

STEP 2. 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 3. Cut the shipping strap about

16 in (40 cm) from plug end. Look for the

words "CUT HERE." Discard end with the cotter pins. Slide remainder of shipping

strap free from the electrical plug. You will use this to secure the drain hose.

ippingstrap

PULL

C. CONNECT DRAIN HOSE

Proper connection of the drain hose

will protect your floors from damage

due to water leakage,

STEP 1. To prevent the drain hose from

coming off or leaking, it must be installed

per the following instructions:

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper installa- tion, this procedure must be followed exactly.

a. Wet the inside of the straight end of the

drain hose with tap water. DO NOT

USE ANY OTHER LUBRICANT.

b, Squeeze ears of silver, double-wire

clamp with pliers to open, Place clamp over the straight end of the drain hose

in (6 mm) from the end.

) _TWIST

d. Place clamp over area marked

"CLAMR" Release clamp.

(6Y_rnnrn)_ Drain H°se _, _

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.

(6 mm)

If you have: You will need to buy:

Drain hose that is too short Drain hose, Part No. 388423 and

hose kit, Part No. 285442

Drain hose that is too long Hose kit, Part No. 285442

A problem with lint clogging your drain Drain protector, Part No. 367031

Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Cente[ In the United States, call 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278). in Canada, call 1-877-533-6937.

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