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Owner's Manual and
installation instructions
®
Two-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.
PART NO. 3950146 Rev. B PRINTED IN U.S.A.
Your washer may look different
from the washer shown.
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BEFORE USING YOUR NEW WASHER
2
SEARS AUTOMATIC WASHER WARRANTY
IMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS
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.
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30
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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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' Model and Serial
Number Plate
Keep this book and your Sears
Salescheck (receipt) in a safe
place for future reference.
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FULL 1-YEAR WARRANTY
ON MECHANICAL AND
ELECTRICAL PARTS
For one year from the date of purchase,
when the washer is installed and operated
in accordance with the instructions in
the Owner's Manual, Sears will repair or
replace any mechanical or electrical parts
in this washer, if defective in material or
workmanship.
LIMITED 5-YEAR WARRANTY
ON GEARCASE PARTS
After one year and until five years from
the date of purchase, Sears will furnish
replacement parts for any defective gear-
case parts. You will be charged for labor.
LIMITED 10-YEAR WARRANTY
ON PLASTIC TUB
After one year and until ten years from
date of purchase, Sears will furnish a
replacement plastic tub for any plastic
tub which is defective in material or work-
manship. You will be charged for labor.
If the washer is subjected to other than
private family use, the above warranty
coverage is effective for only 90 days.
WARRANTY SERVICE 18 AVAILABLE
BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST
SEARS SERVICE CENTER iN THE
UNITED STATES.
This warranty applies only while this
product is in use in the United States.
This warranty gives you specific legal
rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.
Sears Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA,
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179.
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 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:
injured if you don't follow
You will be killed or seriously
instructions.
You can be killed or seriouslyinjured 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.
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YOUR SAFETY IS IMPORTANT TO US
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, or other 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 IS EXPLOSIVE.
If the hot water system has not been
used for such a period, before using a
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
washing machine, turn on all hot water
faucets and let the water flow from each
for several minutes. 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 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.
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
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INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
For a complete list of tools and parts
needed, see pages 6-8.
A. SELECT LOCATION
FOR YOUR WASHER (pgs. 10-12)
Recessed Areal
Closet installation instructions (p. 10)
Laundry Tub Drain System (p. 11)
T=.=.=.=-=-=-=-_
Standpipe Drain System (p. 12)
39"
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Floor Drain System (p. 12)
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B. REMOVE SHIPPING STRAP (p. 13)
Tools Needed:
Scissors
C, CONNECT DRAIN HOSE (pgs, 14-15)
Flashlight (optional
depending on
installation)
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Tools Needed: Parts Needed:
Pliers that open
to 1_/, inches
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)
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D. CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WASHER (pgs. 15-16)
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Tools Needed: Parts Needed:
Pliers that open
to 19/_6inches
2 water inlet hoses
Flashlight (optional depending
on installation)
4 fiat water inlet hose washers
E. CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WATER FAUCETS (p, 16)
Tools Needed: Parts Needed:
Pliers that open to 19h6 inches
Bucket ,_
(optional Flashlight (optional
depending on depending on
installation) installation)
2 water inlet hoses
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F. SECURE DRAIN HOSE (p. 17)
Tools Needed: Parts Needed:
Flashlight (optional
depending on
installation)
Shipping strap with fastener
G. LEVEL WASHER (p. 18)
Tools Needed: Parts Needed:
9h6-1nch open-
end wrench
2 front leveling legs with nuts
Flashlight (optional
depending on installation)
Wood block
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Selectingtheproperlocationforyour
washerwillimproveitsperformance
andminimizeconcernslikewasher
walkornoise.
ELECTRICALREQUIREMENTS
120-Volt,60-Hz.,AC-only,15-or
20-amperefusedelectricalsupplyis
required.(Time-delayfuseorcircuit
breakerisrecommended.)Connectto
individualbranchcircuit.
ElectricalShockHazard
Plugintoagrounded3-prong
outlet.
Donotremovegroundprong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions
can result in death, fire, or
electrical shock.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
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 appli-
ance - if it will not fit the outlet, have
a proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
For your personal safety, this washer
must be grounded. In the event of
malfunction or breakdown, grounding
will reduce the risk of electric shock
by providing a path of least resistance
for electric current.
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
wall receptacle, grounded in accordance
with National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
70-latest edition and all local codes and
ordinances.
3-prong
grounding-type
wail receptacle
3-prong
grounding plug
Grounding
prong
Power supply
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A. SELECT LOCATION
FOR YOU R WASHER -
RECESSED AREAl
CLOSET iNSTALLATiON iNSTRUCTiONS
This washer may be installed in a recessed area or closet.
48sq. in.
minimum-
ventilation
area
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24 sq. in. .L
minimum -
ventilation 3"
area
÷ 4
FrontView
(DoorWithVent)
*Additionalclearanceforwall, door andfloor moldings mayhe required.
Toreducetransferoiwashersounds,aclearanceol 1 inchonthesidesof thewasheris recomlnended.
**Washerwidth canhe24"or27" dependingonmodelselected.
* The installation spacing is in inches
and is the minimum allowable.
* Allow additional space if other appli-
ances are to be installed in the area.
* If closet door is installed, the mini-
mum air openings in top and bottom
are required. Louvered doors with
equivalent air openings in top and
bottom are acceptable.
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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. 12)
• Floor drain system (p. 12)
Do not store or operate washer at or
below 32°F (some water may remain in
washer). See page 30 for Winterizing
information.
Proper installation is your responsibility.
Make sure you have everything necessary
for correct installation including the
following points:
Grounded receptacle: Must
be within 4 feet of where the
power cord is attached to the
back of the washer.
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Support: Floor must be sturdy
enough to support a total weight
of 315 pounds (including washer,
water, and toad weight).
Hot and cold water faucets:
Must be within 4 feet of the
hot and cold water fill valves
attached to the back of the
washer and provide water
pressure between
5-I00 RS.I.
Level floor: Maximum
allowable slope under entire
washer- I inch.
Water heater: To get the
best washing results, set
water heater to deliver
I40)F water to washer.
Laundry tub drain system:
Needs a minimum 20-gallon
laundry tub.
Top of tub must be at
least 39 inches high
and no higher than
96 inches from bottom
of washer.
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ALTERNATE LOCATIONS-
STANDPIPE AND FLOOR DRAIN SYSTEMS
Siphon break: Must be purchased
separately. See chart below.
Standpipe drain system: Needs a two-inch
minimum diameter standpipe with minimum
carry-away capacity of 17 gallons per minute.
Top of standpipe must be at least 39 inches
high and no higher than 96 inches from
bottom of washer.
If you have: You will need to buy:
Laundry tub or standpipe Sump pump system
higher than 96 inches (if not already available)
1-inch diameter standpipe 2-inch diameter to 1-inch diameter
Overhead sewer Standard 20 gallon, 39-inch high drain
Floor drain Siphon break, Part No. 285320;
Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center.
Call 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278).
Floor drain system: Requires a siphon
break, see chart below. A minimum carry-
away capacity of 17 gallons per minute is
required.
standpipe adapter, Part No. 3363920
tub or utility sink and sump pump
(available from local plumbing suppliers)
additional drain hose, Part No. 3357090;
and Connector Kit, Part No. 285442
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B. REMOVE SHIPPING STRAP
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. Read, then remove the label
over the electrical plug and shipping strap.
STEP 2. Pull the yellow shipping strap
completely out of the washer. There
should be 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.
STEP 3. Pull firmly to remove the
end of the shipping strap that remains
pinned to the back of washer. This will
release the rear self-leveling legs.
Pin PULL
Electrical plug
Pin
STEP 4. Cut the shipping strap about
16 inches from plug end. Look for the
words "CUT HERE." Remove shipping
strap from the electrical plug.
ippmg s rap
NOTE: For use in securing the drain
hose, save the end of the shipping strap
that does not have the three cotter pins.
Discard the rest.
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C. CONNECT DRAIN HOSE
Proper connection of the drain hose
wil! 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: This procedure must be
followed to ensure proper installation.
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
1/4inch from the end.
d. Place clamp over area marked
"CLAMP." Release clamp.
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.
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.
Catl 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278).
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Forstandpipeorlaundry 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.
HookedEnd
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.
• Do not lay excess drain hose in bottom
of laundry tub.
D. CONNECTINLETHOSES
TOWASHER
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.
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 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
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STEP2.Attachthehosewiththered
couplingtothehotwater(bottom)inlet
valve.Attachingtheredcouplingfirst
makesiteasiertotightenconnection
withpliers.Screwoncouplingbyhand.
Makeanadditionaltwo-thirdsturnwith
plierstotightencoupling.DONOT
OVERTIGHTEN;thiscoulddamage
thevalves.
CaldWater
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 cou-
pling. 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.
Make an additional two-thirds turn with
pliers to tighten coupling. DO NOT
OVERTIGHTEN; 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 fill hoses: 6 ft. hoses,
reach of water fill hoses Part No. 76314 or 10 ft. hoses,
Part No. 350008
Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center.
Call 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278).
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F. SECURE DRAIN HOSE
Securing the drain hose properly will
protect your floors from damage due
to water leakage.
STEP 1. Move washer to its final
location.
STEP 2. Use the shipping strap you cut
and removed (without the three cotter
pins) and tightly wrap it around the drain
hose and laundry tub or standpipe. Push
fastener into the nearest hole in the
shipping strap.
If the water faucets and drain standpipe
m
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.
Fastener
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G. LEVEL WASHER
Leveling your washer properly pre-
vents excessive noise and vibration.
To install front legs:
STEP 1. Prop front of washer up (about
4 inches). Use a wood block or another
object that will support the weight of the
washer. If washer was placed against a
wall, move the washer out slightly before
tipping it up.
STEP 2. With one of the legs in hand,
screw lock nut onto leg s/8inch from top
of leg base. This is the recommended
initial setting.
STEP 5. Move washer to its final
location.
STEP 6. Tilt washer forward until rear
of washer is at least 3 inches off floor.
You may hear the self-adjusting rear
legs click into place. Lower washer to
floor. Check levelness of the washer
by placing a level on top of the washer,
first side-to-side; then front-to-back.
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.
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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.
STEP 8. When washer is in its final
location and level, use a 9/16-inch 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.
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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.
[] Check electrical requirements.
Be sure you have correct electrical
supply and recommended grounding
method.
[] Check that you have:
• All the tools you started with.
• Removed all packaging materials.
• Removed shipping strap with
three cotter pins.
• Installed all parts listed on
pages 6-8.
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 20-27)
to fully understand your new washer.
Then, start the washer and allow it
to complete the NORMAL 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.
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.
STARTING WASHER
STEP 1. Add measured detergent
directly into washer basket. Then place
a load of sorted clothes in the washer.
STEP 2. (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired,
add measured liquid chlorine bleach to
the liquid bleach dispenser (if available);
(see page 25).
STEP 3. (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired,
add measured liquid fabric softener to
the fabric softener dispenser (if available);
(see page 26).
STEP 4. Close washer lid.
STEP 5. Set WATER LEVEL Control O
based on the size of your wash load.
STEP 6. Set the WATER TEMPERATURE
Control._
STEP 7. Set RINSE OPTIONS Control
(if available);_(see page 23).
STEP 8. Push the Cycle Selector Control
(Timer) Knob_ and turn to the right. Set
cycle and time according to the type of
fabric in the load (see page 22).
STEP g. Pull the Cycle Selector Control
(Timer) Knob out. The dial will rotate
as the cycle progresses. The knob will
not rotate.
STOPPING/RESTARTING WASHER
• To stop the washer at any time, push
the Cycle Selector Control (Timer)
Knob in.
• Pull the knob out to restart.
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SET 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 load.
Clothes should move freely and roll
toward the agitator.
• To change to a higher water level
setting after the washer has started to
agitate, turn the knob to the desired
new setting.
SET WATER TEMPERATU RE
CONTROL
Your washer lets you select a wash and
rinse water temperature setting based
on the type of load you are washing.
Some washers allow you to select
warm rinses:
• 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
temperature for handling the wash
load.
SELECTING WATER TEMPERATURES
Wash Water
Temperature Suggested Fabrics Comments
HOT • Work clothes • Best cleaning for heavily soiled items
130°F or above • Sturdy whites/ • Removes oils, perspiration, greasy soils,
WARM • Dark/non-colorfast colors • Best for moderately soiled to lightly soiled items
90°-110°F • Permanent press items • Safe for most fabric finishes
COLD* • Extra-sensitive colors • Best for very lightly soiled items
70°-90°F • Non-colorfast items • Saves hot water
*In wash water temperatures colder than 70°F 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.
colorfast pastels and stains
• Diapers • Prevents graying or yellowing
• Nylon, polyester, acrylics, • Less fading and dye bleeding
silks, woolens • Reduces wrinkling
• Knits/delicate fabrics
• Hand washables
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SETTINGYOURCYCLE
SELECTOR(TIMER) CONTROL
Use this control to choose the agitation
time and to start the washer. Each cycle
is designed with the wash and spin
speeds that are appropriate for the fabrics
and soil levels in your wash load.
* For heavy soil and sturdy fabrics, use
the full time (SUPER or REGULAR
if indicated).
* For light soil and delicate fabrics, use
less time (SHORT if indicated).
NOTE: Do not wash garments labeled
Hand Wash in your washer. Garments
that are labeled Hand Wash have:
• A fiber or construction that is
sensitive to agitation.
• Sensitive dyes that may bleed.
Follow care label directions for drying.
Items that may shrink should be dried
flat. Block these items by gently stretch-
ing to original measurements. Woolens
tend to shrink more the first time they
are washed.
PERMANENT PRESS
You can select up to 10 minutes of
wash time.
DELICATE
Use this cycle to get up to 6 minutes
of wash time for lingerie and loosely
knit items.
The PERMANENT PRESS/DELICATE
Cycles include a load cooling process
that reduces wrinkling compared to
other cycles.
• Wash combines slow speed agitation for
gentle soil removal 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
rinse water.
NORMAL
Use this cycle to get up to 10 minutes
of wash time for normally soiled cottons
and linens.
• Wash combines fast and slow speed
agitation with fast spin speeds to
shorten drying time.
• Selecting REGULAR gives you fast
agitation speeds initially, then the washer
steps down to a slow agitation speed.
• Selecting SHORT gives you slow
agitation speed.
HEAVY DUTY
Use this cycle to get up to 14 minutes
of wash time for sturdy or heavily soiled
loads.
• Wash combines fast speed agitation and
fast spin speeds.
PREWASH (on some models)
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 a HEAVY
DUTY, NORMAL, or PERMANENT
PRESS Cycle with additional detergent.
SOAK (on some models)
SOAK Cycle features 4 minutes of agita-
tion 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 a HEAVY DUTY, NORMAL,
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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