Kenmore 110.20907990 User Manual

Owner's Manual and

Installation instructions

Three-Speed with Options and Speeds Switch

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. Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada MSB 2B8

www.sears.com

3953631 PRINTED IN U.S.A. 4/99

Your washer may look different from the washer shown.

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BEFORE USING YOUR NEW WASHER

KENMORE AUTOMATIC WASHER WARRANTY

WASHER SAFETY

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

OPERATING YOUR WASHER

LAUNDRY TIPS

CARING FOR YOUR WASHER

TROUBLESHOOTING

SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

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.

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

your new Kenmore Washer.

Model No.

Serial No.

Date of Purchase

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ModelandSerial NumberPlate

Keep this book and your Sears

Salescheck (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.

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 isdefective in

material or workmanship. You will be

charged for labor.

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.

Full 1-Year Warranty on Mechanical and Electrical parts

For one year from the date of pur- chase, if this washer is installed and operated according to the instructions 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.

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 instructionsthat come with it, Sears will replace the "spreckle" (speckled

surface) porcelain wash basket if it

chips or rusts due to defective material

or workmanship.

rights and you may also have other

This warranty gives you specific legal i:_ 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 MSB 2B8

*In Canada a different warranty may apply.

In the U.S. or Canada, for Sears warranty

information or to contact a Sears Service Center, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME sM

(1-800-469-4663).

Your safety and the safety of others is very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey aJl 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 wilt 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, follow basic precautions, including the following:

• Read all instructions before using the washer.

• Do not wash articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in,

soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, other flammable or explosive substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

• Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, orother flammable or explosive substances to the wash

water. 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 tS

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 several

minutes. This will release any accumu- lated hydrogen gas. As the gas is

flammable, do not smoke or use an

open flame during this time.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

, Do not allow children to play on or

in the washer. Close supervision of children is necessary when the

washer is used near children.

, Before the washer is removed from

service or discarded, remove the lid.

, Do not reach into the washer if the

tub or agitator is moving.

, Do not install or store this washer

where it will be exposed to the weather.

, Do not tamper with controls. , 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.

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 Areal Closet installation Instructions (p. 11) Laundry Tub Drain System (p. 12)

39 in

(99 cm)

Standpipe Drain System (p. 13)

39 in

(99 cm)

Floor Drain System (p. 13)

B.REMOVESHPPING STRAP (p. 14)

Tools Needed:

Scissors Flashlight (optional

depending on installation)

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

Tools Needed: Parts Needed:

Pliers that open

to 1 9/16in (3.95 cm)

Flashlight (optional

depending on installation)

1 yellow, single-wire 1 silver, double-

hose clamp (top of wire hose clamp

drain hose) (bottom of drain

hose)

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

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Tools Needed: Parts Needed:

Pliers that open

to 19/16in (3.95_

2 water inlet hoses

Flashlight (optional

depending on installation)

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

Tools Needed: Parts Needed:

4 fiat water inlet hose washers

Pliers that open to 19/16inches (3.95 cm)

Bucket

(optional

depending on

installation)

Flashlight (optional

depending on installation)

2 water inlet hoses

F. 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:

9/16in (1.43 cm)

open-end wrench

2 front leveling legs with nuts

Flashlight (optional

depending on installation)

Wood block

Selecting the proper location for your washer wiINimprove 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.

FaiNureto folNow 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 grounding-type walt receptacle, grounded inaccordance 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

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* For a grounded, cord-

connected washer:

GROUNDING iNSTRUCTiONS

This washer must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding wilt reduce the risk of

electrical 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.

WARN ING: 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 equipmentgrounding conductor must be run with the circuit

conductors and connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead

on the appliance.

_nding

prong

i Power supply

LJ cord

A. SELECT LOCATION

FOR YOUR WASHER =

RECESSED AREAl CLOSET iNSTALLATiON iNSTRUCTiONS

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

J_14 in max.

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C2.5 cm) (10.2 cm)

(35,6 cm)

ventilation

FrontView SideView

(Door Not Shown) (Door Shown)

*Additional clearance for wall, door and floor moldings may be required.

Toreduce tl_etransfer of washer sounds, aclearance of 1 in (2.5 cm) off the sides of the washer issuggested.

* The installation spacing is in inches

(centimeters) and is the minimum allowable.

* Allow additional space if other

appliances are to be installed in

. c,osetdoo snsta,,e0the

minimum air openings in top and bottom are required. Louvered doors

with equivalent air openings intop and

bottom are acceptable.

the area.

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minimum

ventilation

area

24 in 2

(155 cm 2) _

minimum

area

FrontView

(DoorWithVent)

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3in

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LAUNDRY TUB DRAIN SYSTEM

Check location where washer witt 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 5-100 psi and be

within 4 ft (1.2 m) of the hot and cold water fill valves

attached to the back of the washer.

Do not store or operate washer at or

below 32°F (0°C) (some water may remain in washer). See page 34 for

winterizing information.

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

sary for correct installation including the following points:

Laundry tub drain system: Needs a minimum 20 gal (76 L) laundry tub.

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Support: Floor must be sturdy enough to support a total weight of 315 Ibs (143 kg) (includes

washer, water, and load weight).

Level floor: Maximum

allowable slope under entire washer- 1 in (2.5 cm).

Top of tub must be at

least 39 in (99 cm)

above floor and no

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.

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Floor drain system: Requires a siphon break, see chart below. A minimum

carry-away capacity of 17 gal (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 2 in (5 cm) diameter to 1 in (2.5 cm) diameter

standpipe 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 listedare 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 1-800-469-4663.

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.

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install washer.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

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 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

STEP 2. Putt firmly to remove the end

of the shipping strap that remains

pinned to the back of the 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 three cotter pins. Slide remainder

of shipping strap from the electrical plug. You will use this to secure the

drain hose.

16 in

Shippingstrap

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

1/4in (6 mm) from the end.

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d. Place clamp over area marked

"CLAMR" Release clamp.

¼in

(6 mm

c. Open clamp. Twist hose back and forth

while pushing down onto drain connector at the bottom of the washer.

¼ in

(6 mm)

Continue until hose contacts the ribbed stop on the cabinet.

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 Center. In the United States, call 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278). in Canada, call 1-800-469-4663.

For standpipe or laundry tub drain systems:

STEP 2. Open yellow, single-wire clamp

with pliers and slide over hooked end

of drain hose to secure the rubber and corrugated sections together.

DrainHose

STEP 3. Put hooked end of drain hose

into laundry tub or standpipe. Check for proper length of drain hose. Rotate

hook to eliminate kinks. To prevent drain water from going back

into the washer:

• Do not straighten hooked end of drain hose and force excess drain hose into

standpipe. Hose should be secure but

loose enough to provide a gap for air.

• Do not lay excess drain hose in bottom

of laundry tub.

D. CONNECT iNLET HOSES

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 d use to reduce the risk of hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace

inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found. When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of

replacement on the label with a

permanent marker.

STEP 1. Insert one new, flat washer

(from the parts bag) into each end of the inlet hoses. Check that washers

are firmly seated in couplings.

COUPLING

WASHER

STEP 2. Attach the hose with the red coupling to the hot water (bottom) inlet

valve. Attaching the red coupling first

makes it easier to tighten connection with pliers. Screw on coupling by hand. Make an additional two-thirds turn with pliers to tighten coupling. DO NOT OVER- TIGHTEN; this could damage the valves.

Cold Water inlet Valve

Inlet Valve

STEP 3. Attach the hose with the blue coupling to the cold water (top) inlet

valve. Screw on coupling by hand. Make an additional two-thirds turn with pliers to tighten coupling. DO NOT OVER- TIGHTEN; this could damage valves.

E. CONNECT iNLET HOSES

TO WATER FAUCETS

STEP 1. Make sure washer basket is empty. Run water through both faucets

into a bucket or laundry tub to get rid of

particles in the water lines that might 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 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 by hand. Make an

additional two-thirds turn with pliers to tighten coupling. DO NOT OVER- TIGHTEN; this could damage the

coupling.

STEP 4. Turn on water faucets and

check for leaks. A small amount of water

may enter the washer. You will drain this

later.

If you have: You will need to buy:

Water faucets beyond the 2 longer water fltl hoses: reach of water fitl hoses 6 ft (1.8 m), Part No. 76314

10 ft (3.0 m), Part No. 350008

Partslisted are availablefrom your local Sears store or Sears Service Cente£In the United

States, call 1-800-366-PART(1-800-366-7278). In Canada, call 1-800-469-4663.

F. SECURE DRA(N HOSE

Securing the drain hose properly will protect your floors from damage due to water leakage.

STEP 1. Move washer to itsfinal

location.

STEP 2. Locate the remaining piece d shipping strap (not the end with the three cotter pins) from STEP 4 d

"REMOVE SHIPPING STRAP." 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 hole in the shipping strap,

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Fastener

G. LEVEL WASHER STEP 5. Move washer to its final

location.

STEP 6. Tilt washer forward until rear

Leveling your washer properly pre-

vents excessive noise and vibration.

of washer is at least 3 in (7.6 cm) off floor. You may hear the self-adjusting

rear legs click into place. Lower washer

to floor. Check levelness of the washer

To install front legs:

STEP 1. Prop front of washer up about

by placing a level on top of the washer, first side-to-side; then front-to-back.

4 in (10.2 cm). Use a wood block or

another object that will support the

weight of the washer. If washer was

placed against a walt, move the washer

out slightly before tipping it up.

STEP 2. With one of the legs in hand, screw lock nut onto leg 3/8in (9.5 mm) from top of leg base. This is the

recommended initial setting.

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-adjusting

rear legs (as in Step 6). Repeat Step 7 until the washer is level.

(9"SA_mm__

STEP 3. Screw leg into washer base by hand until nut reaches washer base.

Repeat for other leg.

STEP 4. Tilt washer backward until front of washer is off the wood block.

Remove wood block. Gently lower washer to floor.

STEP 8. When washer is in its final

(1.43 mm) open-end wrench to turn nuts on front legs tightly against washer

cabinet. If nuts are not tight against ........................

washer cabinet, the washer may vibrate.

REVIEW INSTALLATION

Take a few minutes to complete

this checklist. It will help assure you

that you have a proper installation

and increase your satisfaction with

your Kenmore washer.

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Check electrical requirements. Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding

method.

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Check that you have:

• All the tools you started with.

• Removed all packaging materials.

• Removed shipping strap with cotter pins.

• Installed all parts listed on pages 7-9.

FINAL STEPS

[] Plug power supply cord into

grounded outlet.

[] Remove the blue protective film on the

console and any tape remaining on washer.

[] Check that:

• The washer is level.

• The nuts on the front legs are tight.

[] Check that the water faucets are

turned on.

[] Take a few minutes and read the

Operating Instructions (pages 21-31) to fully understand your new washer. Then, start the washer and allow it to complete the ULTRA CLEAN cycle.

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To get the maximum cleaning and fabric care from your washer, please

read and follow these instructions.

NOTE: The drawings in this section show the basic features of all models covered

by this manual. Refer to the supplied "Feature Sheet" for your washer's particular features.

LID INSTRUCTIONS These instructions are found under the

lid of your washer.

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DISPENSER

Add measured liquid chlorine bleach to the dispenser, 5 min. after the washer cycle starts for best wash performance.

Do not use POWDERED BLEACH IN THIS DISPENSER.

Add measured fabric softener to the agitator

mounted dispenser.

Add measured detergent to the washer basket.

Explosion Hazard

Never place items in the washer that are dampened with gasoline

or other flammable fluids. No washer can completely

remove oil. Do not dry anything that has ever

had any type of oil on it (including cooking oils).

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, explosion,

or fire.

1. SELECT & ADJUST Make the selections for these washer controls: (some washers may not have all of these controls)

* WATER LEVEL Adjust to load size.

PREWASH / SOAK TEMP -- Select water temperature for this cycle option.

WASH / RINSE TEMP ....... Use AUTO TEMP selections for best wash

performance.

SPEEDS Adjust to fabric type being washed.

HEAVY DUTY

REGULAR

PERMPRESS

DELICATE

[_ HAND WASH

DENIMS, TOWELS; ®e. EXTRA DIRTY

COTTONS

SYNTHETICS /_

KNITS

LINGERIE

HOTWASH

WARM WASH

COLDWASH

ANY BLEACH

NON-CHLORINE BLEACH

DONOTBLEACH

2. SELECT CYCLE Choose more time for heavily soiled loads and less time for lightly soiled loads.

3. PULL TIMER TO START ..... Lid must be closed to complete cycle. -........

PUSH TIMER TO STOP

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Antiperspirants Treat with a paste of ammonia and

color-safe bleach. Let stand for 30

minutes. Wash in hottest water safe

for fabric.

Blood Rinse immediately or soak in cold

water with detergent for 30 minutes.

Rinse. Rub detergent into any remain- ing stains. Rinse thoroughly. Wash.

Cream, Milk, lee Cream

Sponge immediately or apply a pre-

wash soil and stain remover. Rinse. Wash. Repeat if neccesary. If stain

remains, apply a few drops of liquid detergent. Rinse. If stain remains,

soak. Wash.

Grass

Use an enzyme presoak or rub enzyme detergent on the stain. Launder with detergent and bleach appropriate for the fabric.

Ketchup, Tomato

Sponge immediately or apply a pre- wash soil and stain remover. Rinse.

Wash. If stain remains, apply a liquid detergent to stain or soak in warm water with detergent. Rewash.

Mud Brush off the dry mud. Rinse under

cold water. Pretreat with a paste of detergent and water. Launder using detergent and bleach safe for the

fabric.

STARTING YOUR WASHER

STEP 1. Add measured detergent

directly into washer basket. Then place a load of sorted clothes in the washer.

STEP 2. (OPTIONAL STEP) Ifdesired, add measured liquid chlorine bleach to the liquid bleach dispenser (see page 29).

STEP 3. (OPTIONAL STEP) Ifdesired, add measured liquid fabric softener to the fabric softener dispenser (see page 30).

STEP 4. Close washer lid. STEP 5. Set WATER LEVEL Control O

based on the size of your wash load (see page 24).

WATER WATERTEMPERATURE RINSEOPTIONS SPEEDS

STEP 6. Set the WATER TEMPERA-

TURE Control O (see pages 24-25). STEP 7. Set RINSE OPTIONS Control

O(see page 27).

STEP 8. Set SPEEDS Control I_) according to the type of fabric in the

load (see page 25). STEP 9. Push the Cycle Selector

Control (Timer) knob _ and turn to the right to desired setting (see page 26).

STEP 10. Pull the Cycle Selector Control (Timer) knob _ out. The dial

will rotate as the cycle progresses. The

knob will not rotate. STOPPING/RESTARTING

YOUR WASHER

To stop the washer at any time, push

the Cycle Selector Control (Timer)

knob _ in. Pull the knob out to restart.

WATER LEVEL CONTROL

This control gives you the flexibility to save water when washing small loads.

Your washer lets you select a water setting based on the size of your wash

load.

For normal loads, start with the

MEDIUM LOAD Setting. Adjust up or down depending on your toad. Clothes should move freely and roll toward the agitator.

Washers with a variable Water Level Control:

, To change to a higher water level

setting after the washer has started to

agitate, turn the knob to RESET, then

to the desired new setting.

MEDIUM

LOAD

Washers with 4=position or 5-position Water Level Control:

, To change to a higher water level

setting after the washer has started to agitate, turn the knob to the desired new setting.

MEDIUM

LOAD

SMALL

LOAD •

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WATER TEMPERATURE CONTROL Your washer lets you select a wash and

rinse water temperature setting based

on the type of load you are washing.

Using warm rinse water will leave loads dryer after the spin cycle than if you use cold rinse water. However, warm rinses may increase wrinkling when line drying.

In cold climates, warm rinse water also provides a more comfortable tempera- ture for handling the wash toad. Warm rinse is controlled to 75°F (24°C).

COLD

COLD e • COLD

HOT _ _ COLD 70"

COLD COLD

WARM_

WARM

Selecting Water Temperatures

Wash Water

Temperature Suggested Fabrics Comments HOT • Work clothes •Best cleaning for heavily soiled items

111°F(44°C) • Sturdy whites/ • Removes oils, perspiration, greasy soils or above colorfast pastels and stains

• Diapers • Preventsgraying or yellowing

WARM •Dark/non-colorfast colors • Best for moderately soiled to lightly soiled items 90°-110°F • Permanent press items • Safe for most fabric finishes (32°-43°C) • Nylon, polyester, acry]ics, • Less fading and dye bleeding

silks,woolens • Reduceswrinkling

• Knits/delicate fabrics

COLD* • Extra-sensitive colors • Best for very lightly soiled items 70°-90°F • Non-colorfast items • Saves hot water

(21°-32°C) • Hand washables

*in wash water temperatures colder than 70°F (21°C), detergents do not dissolve well. Also,

soils may be difficult to remove and some fabrics may retain wear wrinkles and have

increased pilling - the formation of small lint-like balls on the surface of garments. Pilling is

the natural result of wearing and washing of garments.

AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE

CONTROL (ATC)

ATC takes away the worry of undissolved detergent and ensures consistent cleaning results from

season to season with warm and cold washes.

ATC electronically senses and maintains a uniform water temperature by regulating incoming hot and cold water.

, Even in cold wash, some

warm water is let into the washer to maintain a

temperature minimum of 70°F (21°C). In very cold water, detergent may not

dissolve and clothes will

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"Warm wash is regulated

at approximately 100°F (38°C). ATC does not control the hot wash water temperature.

, Warm rinse is regulated at

approximately 75°F (24°C) for all warm rinse settings. This may be a cooler warm rinse than what you are used to, but it saves energy and still gives you proper rinsing and a load that is

comfortable to remove.

SPEEDS DESCRIPTIONS This section illustrates and describes

the wash/spin speeds you can select with the SPEEDS Control. Each speed setting is designed for different types of fabrics and soil levels. Your washer may have a 4-position or a 5-position switch.

HANDWASH PLUS FINE DELICATES (on some models)

Use this speed setting for hand washable and special-care items. Garments are

labeled "Hand Wash" because: , The fiber or construction may be

sensitive to agitation.

, The fabric contains sensitive dyes

that may bleed.

The wash action mirrors the way you would treat hand washable garments in

a sink. It does this by repeating periods

of extra-slow speed agitation

(5 seconds) and soaking (35 seconds). Stow spin speeds help reduce wrinkling.

Do not use HAND WASHABLES for large items like blankets.

NOTE: Some "Hand Wash" items, particularly wool, naturally shrink when

washed either in the sink or in the washer HAND WASHABLES Cycle.

Keep this in mind when you purchase items labeled "Hand Wash." Items that

shrink should be dried flat. Block these

items by gently stretching to original measurements.

HANDWASH/CASUAL Use this speed setting for lingerie and

loosely knit items. Setting combines

extra-stow speed agitation for gentle soil

removal and slow spin speeds to reduce

wrinkling.

DELICATE Use this speed setting for washable

knits and permanent press fabrics.

Setting combines stow speed agitation for gentle soil removal and stow spin speeds to reduce wrinkling.

REGULAR

Use this speed setting for normally soiled cottons and linens. Setting

combines slow speed agitation and fast spin speeds to shorten drying time.

HEAVY DUTY

Use this speed setting for sturdy or

heavily soiled loads. Setting combines fast speed agitation and fast spin speeds.

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CYCLE SELECTOR (TIMER) CONTROL

Use this control to choose the agitation

time and to start the washer. , For heavy soil and sturdy fabrics,

use the full time.

, For light soil and delicate fabrics,

use less time.

PERMANENT PRESSI

The PERMANENT PRESS I Cycle

includes a toad cooling spray rinse that reduces wrinkling compared to other cycles. You can select up to 10 minutes

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PERMANENT PRESS II

ULTRA CLEAN Use this cycle for most loads to get

between 4 and 14 minutes of wash time.

PREWASH

Use this cycle to get up to 4 minutes of agitation to help remove heavy soils and stains that need pretreatment. PREWASH Cycle should be followed by an ULTRA CLEAN or PERMANENT PRESS Cycle with additional detergent.

SOAK

SOAK Cycle features 4 minutes d agitation followed by an unlimited soak time to help remove heavy soils and stains that need pretreatment. You will

need to reset the washer to a SPIN setting to remove water. SOAK Cycle

should be followed by an ULTRA CLEAN, PERMANENT PRESS, or PREWASH Cycle with additional detergent.

NOTE: We do not recommend hot water for soaking. It may set some stains.

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The PERMANENT PRESS II Cycle includes a load cooling process

that reduces wrinkling compared to other cycles.

You can select up to 10 minutes of

wash time.

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 rinse water.

RINSE OPTIONS CONTROL

A second rinse will remove more detergent residue. It is especially

beneficial if extra detergent has been used to remove heavy soils.

AUTOMATIC 2ND RINSE Your washer allows you to add an auto-

matic second rinse to the ULTRA CLEAN Cycle or PERMANENT PRESS Cycle.

Simply set the RINSE OPTIONS Control on 2ND RINSE before you start the

washer. You won't have to come back to

select a second rinse.

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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 WATER LEVEL Control.

STEP 2. Set WATER TEMPERATURE

Control.

STEP 3. Set RINSE OPTIONS Control to ONE RINSE.

STEP 4. Set SPEEDS Control:

For fast agitation and spin,

use the HEAVY DUTY setting.

For slow agitation and spin,

use the EXTRA DELICATE setting.

For stow agitation and fast spin,

use the REGULAR setting.

STEP 5. Set the Cycle Selector Control

(Timer) knob to a RINSE setting.

STEP 6. Pull Cycle Selector Control

(Timer) knob out to start washer.

ULTRA CLEAN

PREWASH

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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 RINSE OPTIONS Control to ONE RINSE.

STEP 2. Set SPEEDS Control:

For fast spin, use the HEAVY DUTY

setting.

For stow spin, use the DELICATE

setting.

STEP 3. Set the Cycle Selector Control

(Timer) knob to a SPIN setting.

STEP 4. Pull the Cycle Selector Control

(Timer) knob out to start washer.

SELF-CLEANING LINT FILTER

Lint is filtered from the load automatically - there's no messy

cleanup.

Your washer features a self-cleaning filter that traps tint from the water while the washer is washing and deep rinsing the laundry. The trapped lint is flushed down the drain automatically. You don't

have to clean the filter.

QUIET PAKTM

The QUIET PAKTM System is designed to reduce water sounds and ringing

noises. The cabinet is insulated with sound-dampening material for better

vibration and sound-dampening characteristics.

QUIET PAKTM II

(on some models) The QUIET PAKTM II System is designed

to reduce water sounds and ringing noises. The cabinet is insulated with

three sound-dampening materials for superior vibration and sound-dampening

characteristics.

DUAL ACTION TM PLUS OR

TRIPLE ACTION TM AGITATOR The best cleaning action in your

washer takes place at the bottom where the agitator vanes move back

and forth to flex the fabric, loosening

the soil. To get all your clothes down to the

bottom of the washer, the upper portion of the agitator has uniquely designed, spiral vanes to help push the clothes that are on top down to the bottom.

This spiraling action displaces the

clothes that are on the bottom with a

"roll-over" motion.

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TRIPLE ACTION TM agitator gives you the most flexible fabric care for even

your largest loads. The TRIPLE ACTION TM agitator moves

in three directions, depending on toad size, to ensure proper cleaning.

For your largest loads, the TRIPLE ACTION TM

agitator offers a

load-sensing feature that actually senses

when you are washing a very large load and

responds with a third, vertical

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items to the bottom.

UNDERSTANDING NORMAL WASHER SOUNDS

Your new washer may make sounds that your old one did not. Because the

sounds are unfamiliar, you may be concerned about them.

The following describes some of the normal sounds you may hear and what

causes them. During Washing

When you select a small load size setting for a small wash toad, 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 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.

USING THE LIQUID CHLORINE BLEACH DISPENSER

After loading the washer, pour measured liquid chlorine bleach carefully into the dispenser.

Do not let bleach splash, drip, or run

down into washer basket. Undiluted

bleach will damage any fabric it

touches.

Start the washer. Bleach will be diluted automatically before it comes in

contact with the wash toad.

NOTE: Do not use this dispenser to add powdered chlorine or color-safe bleach to your wash load, The dispenser is for liquid chlorine bleach only,

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Automatically dilutes bleach to ensure the cleanest and brightest

loads.

Always measure liquid chlorine

bleach. Use a measuring cup, do not

guess. Do not pour directly from bottle.

Never use more than 1 cup (250 mL) for a full toad. Use tess with smaller loads.

Follow manufacturer's directions for

safe use. A cup with a pouring spout will

help you avoid spilling.

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USING THE LiQUiD FABRIC SOFTENER DISPENSER

After loading the washer, measure and add the recommended amount of fabric

softener into the dispenser. Follow manufacturer's directions.

NOTE: Pouring too much fabric softener into the dispenser wilt cause the fabric

softener to dispense instantly into the load due to siphoning action. This

instant "dump" could damage fabrics and will make it appear that your

dispenser is not working correctly.

To remove the Fabric Softener

Dispenser for cleaning: STEP 1. Pull the blue lock ring up,

then remove dispenser from agitator

by pulling up. STEP 2. Flush the dispenser with

warm water.

To replace the Fabric Softener

Dispenser: STEP 1. Be sure the blue lock ring

is pulled up. Starting at an angle (see illustration), push the bottom d the

dispenser down on the agitator top.

STEP 2. When the dispenser is seated on the agitator, push the blue lock ring down until it snaps in place. It must fit tightly.

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Add warm water to fitt the dispenser until it reaches the crossed opening at the bottom of the funnel-shaped portion of the dispenser.

Fabric softener is dispensed into the

first deep rinse water automatically. NOTE: Fabric softeners are not com-

patible with detergents. This dispenser should never be used in the PREWASH

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, rewash the load with extra detergent to remove these deposits.

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