Kenmore 11026952690 Owner’s Manual

Owner's Manual and

Installation Instructions

Electronic

T'hree-Speed

AUTOMATIC WASHERS

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. 3950148 Rev. A PRINTED IN U.S.A.

Your washer may look different
from the washer shown.

BEF:ORE USING YOUR NEW WASHER

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SEARS AUTOMATIC WASHER WARRANTY

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

OPERATING YOUR WASHER

LAUNDRY TIPS

CARING FOR YOUR WASHER

TROUBLESHOOTING

SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

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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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ModelandSerial

NumberPlate

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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

Keep this book and your Sears
Salescheck (receipt) in a safe place

for future reference.

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 IS AVAILABLE

BY CONTACTING THE NEARE-_-ST
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:

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.

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YOUR SAFETY IS IMPORTANTTO 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

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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

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 Area/
Closet Installation Instructions (p. 10)

Laundry Tub Drain System (p. 11)

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Standpipe Drain System (p. 12)

Floor Drain System (p. 12)

B. REMOVE SHIPPING STRAP (p. 13)

Tools Needed:

Scissors Flashlight (optional

depending on installation)

C. CONNECT DRAIN HOSE (pgs. 14-15)

TWIST

AND

PUSH

Tools Needed: Parts Needed:

Pliers that open

to 19/16 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)

D. CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WATER FAUCETS (pgs. 15-16)

Toolls Needed:

Pliers that open to 1%6 inches

Oucke,

(optional
depending on

installation)

E. SECURE DRAIN HOSE (p. 17)

Flashlight (optional
depending on

installation)

Parts Needed:

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2 flat water inlet hose washers

Tools Needed: Parts Needed:

Flashlight (optional

depending on installation)

Shipping strap with fastener

F. LEVEL WASHER (p. 18)

Tools Needed: Parts Needed:

9/16-Inch

open-end wrench

2 front leveling legs with nuts

Flashlight (optional Wood block

depending on installation)

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

indiviclual 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.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Improper connection of

the equipment grounding conductor can

result in a risk of electric shock. Check

with a qualified electrician or ser_1iceman
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 Plug

3-Prong

Grounding-Type
Wall Receptacle

..,) Prong

Power Supply

Cord

A. SELECT LOCATION

FOR YOUR WASHER -

RECESSED AREA/

CLOSET INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

-]-his washer may be installed in a recessed area or closet.

48sq.in.

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FrontView

(DoorNotShown)

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

To reduce transfer of washer sounds, a clearance of 1 inch on the sides of the washer is recommended.

SideView

(DoorShown)

minimum

ventilation

area

24sq.in.

minimum-

ventilation

area

3"

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3"

Front View

(DoorWithVent)

• 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)

Grounded receptacle: Must
be within 4 feet 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 feet of the hot and

cold water fill valves attached

to the back of the washer. Laundry tub drain system:

Do not store or operate washer at or
below 32°F (some water may remain in

washer). See page 40 for Winterizing

Information.
Proper installation is your responsibility.

Make sure you have everything necessary
for correct installation including the
following points:

Needs a minimurn 20-gallon
laundry tub.

Support: Floor must be sturdy
enough to support a total weight
of 315 pounds (including washer,

water, and load weight).

Level floor: Maximum
allowable slope under entire

washer- 1 inch.

Top of tub must be at

least 39 inches above

floor 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.

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Standpipe drain system: Needs a two-inch

minimum diameter standpipe with minimum
carry-away capacity of 17 gallons per minute.
Tc,p of standpipe must be at least 39 inches

above floor and no higher than 96 inches
from bottom of washer.

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

away capacity of 17 gallons per minute is
required.

IIfyou have: You will need to buy:
Laundry tub or standpipe Sump pump system

taller than 96 inches (if not already available)

l-inch 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)

I-Ioor drain Siphon break, Part No. 285:320;

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.
Call 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278).

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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
other end of the shipping strap pinned

to the back of washer. This will
release the rear self-leveling legs.

Elect#cal plug

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STEP 4. Cut the shipping strap about

16 inches from plug end. Look for the

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

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

drain hose.

Shipping strap

PULL

Pill

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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:

IIvIPORTANT: 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

1/4inch from the end.

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PUSH

d. Place clamp over area marked

"CLAMP.' Release clamp..

Hose,

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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:
[)rain hose that is too short Drain hose, Part No. 38842:3 and hose

kit, Part No. 285442

[-)rain 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.
Carl 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278).

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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.

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 1Lhewasher:

• 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. CONNECT INLET HOSES

TO WATER FAUCETS

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. 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.

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