Kenmore 11047662950, 11047661950, 11047602940 Owner’s Manual

Owner's Manual and
Installation Instructions

®

Two-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. www.sears.com

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

3954090 PRINTED IN U.S.A. 9/99

Your washer may look different
from the washer shown.

BEFORE USING YOUR NEW WASHER __ _ 2

KENMORE AUTOMATIC WASHER WARRANTY 3

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

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 6

OPERATING YOUR WASHER 21

LAUNDRY TIPS .......... 31

CARING FOR YOUR WASHER 33

TROUBLESHOOTING ....... 34

SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT 38

Please read this manual. Itwill 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.

\

" ModelandSerial

NumberPlato

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.

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, After the first year, 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 is defective in

material or workmanship. After the first
year, you will be charged for labon

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. After the first
year, you will be charged for labon

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 purchase,
when 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
purpose 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" (1-800-469-4663). In
Canada, calI 1-877-533-6937.

Your safety and the safety of others is very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in thismanual and on
your appliance. Always read and obeyall 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, 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 min-

utes. This will release any accumulat-
ed hydrogen gas. As the gas is flam*
mable, 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 the "INSTALLATION INSTRUC-
TIONS" sectionfor grounding require-

ments.

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)

(99 cm)

Standpipe Drain System (p, 13)

39 in

(99 cm) '

l

Floor Drain System (p. 13)

B,REMOVESHIPPINGSTRAP(p,14)

ToolsNeeded:

Scissors Flashlight (optional

depending on installation)

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

Ns_IST

Tools Needed: Parts Supplied:

Pliers that open

to 1 9he in (3.95 cm)

1 yellow, single-wire

Flashlight (optional

depending on installation)

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: Parts Supplied:

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)

4 fiat water inlet hose washers

i

Tools Needed: Parts Supplied:

Pliers that open to 19/_6inches (3.95 cm)

Bucket
(optional Flashlight (optional

depending on depending on installation)
installation)

2 water inlet hoses

F. SECURE DRAIN HOSE (p, 18)

Tools Needed: Parts Supplied:

Flashlight (optional

depending on installation)

Shipping strap with fastener

G, LEVEL WASHER (p. 19)

Tools Needed: Parts Supplied:

9/_6in (1.43 cm)

open-end wrench

2 front leveling legs with nuts

Flashlight (optional

depending on installation)

Wood block

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

120-Voif, 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 grounding-type

wall receptacle, grounded in accordance
with National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA

70-latest edition and all local codes and

3 prong

grounding-type

wa_l receptacle

3 prong

grounding plug

Grounding \ _== /_

ng

• 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
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.

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.

Power supply

cord

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A. SELECT LOCATION

FOR YOUR WASHER -

Selecting the proper location for your
washer will improve its performance

and minimize concerns like washer
walk or noise.

RECESSED AREA/
CLOSET INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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

3[-

19in

(48.3 _m'

*0 in--), _24 in

(0 cm) (61 cm)

FrontView SideView FrontView

(Door NotShown) (Door Shown) (DoorWithVent)

*Additional clearance lot wail, door and floor moldings may be Tequited To reduce tTans_eral washer sounds, a clearance o_ 1 in 125 cm} on the

sides o_ the washer is recommended

• The installation spacing is in inches
(centimeters) and is the minimum

allowable.

• Allow additional space if other

appliances are to be installed in
the area.

<--*0 in -_1 in1_-251/2in_ 4 in

(Ocm) (2.5 cm)(64.8 cm) (10 2cm)

14inmax,_---

(310 cm2) =

minimum

ventilation

24 in2

(155cm2)
minimum_

ventilation

_r8_

• If closet door is installed, the
minimum air openings in top and

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

3in

_(7 6cm)

3in

__(7.6 cm)

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LAUNDRY TUB DRAIN SYSTEM

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

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 Hot and cold water faucets:

be within 4 ft (1.2 m) of where Must provide water pressure
the power cord is attached to between 5-I00 psi and be
the back of the washer', within 4 ft (1.2 m) of the hot

/ and cold water fill valves

/ attached to the back of the Laundry tub drain system:

// washer. _%, Needs a minimum 20 gal

/ "_ (76 L) laundry tub.

remain in washer), See page 33 for

winterizing information.

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

sary for correct installation including the

following points:

Support: Floor must be sturdy Level floor: Maximum above floor and no

/ least 39 in (99 cm)

enough to support a total weight allowable slope under entire higher than 96 in
of 315 Ibs (143 kg) (includes washer - 1 in (2.5 cm). (2.4 m) from bottom
washer, water, and load weight), of washer.

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p be at

ALTERNATE LOCATIONS -
STANDPIPE AND FLOOR DRAIN SYSTEMS

Siphon break: Must be purchased

39 in

(99 cm)

(5 cm) minimum diameter standpipe with

drain system: Needs a 2-in

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 gal (64 L) per

minute is required.

If you have: You will need to buy:
Laundry tub or standpipe

taller than 96 in (2.4 m)

1 in (2,5 cm) diameter

standpipe

Overhead sewer

Sump pump system
(if not already available)

2 in (5 cm) diameter to 1 in (2.5 cm) diameter
standpipe adapter, Part No. 3363920

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 storeor Sears Service Cente[ Inthe United
States, calI 1-800-366-PART(1-809-366-7278). in Canada, call 1-877-533-6937.

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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. 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.

STEP 2. Pull firmly to remove the end
of the shipping strap that remains
pinned to the back of the washer. This

will
release the rear selfqeveling legs.

Pin

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 from the electrical

plug, You will use this to secure the

drain hose.

Electricalplug

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Shippingstrap

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PULL

Pin

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

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

;in

(6 ram)

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,

TWIST

d. Place clamp over area marked

"CLAMP." Release clamp.

(6¼_m)/_Orain H0se_ _

¼ in

(6 ram)

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 1-877-533-6937.

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For standpipe or laundry tub drain
systems:

D. CONNECT INLET HOSES

TO WASHER

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

f_,_ Drain Hose

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.

I'R m p4f

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 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.

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COUPLING WASHER

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STEP 2, Attach the hose with the red E. CONNECT INLET HOSES
coupling to the hot water (bottom) inlet TO WATER FAUCETS

valve. Attaching the red coupling first
makes it easier to tighten connection with STEP 1. Make sure washer basket is
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.

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

ColdWater
Inlet Valve

Hot
Water

Inlet

Valve

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

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.

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.

Water faucets beyond the 2 longer water fill hoses:

reach of water fill hoses 6 ft (1.8 m), Part No. 76314

J lf you have: You will need to buy:

10 ft (3.0 m), Part No. 350008

Parts listed are availablefrom your local Sears store or Sears Service Cente_In the United
States, calI 1-800-366-PART(1-800-366-7278). In Canada, call 1-877-533-6937.

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F. SECURE DRAIN HOSE

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Securing the drain hose properly will

protect your floors from damage due

to water leakage.

STEP 1. Move washer to its final

location.

m

STEP 2. Locate the remaining piece
of shipping strap (not the end with the
cotter pins) from STEP 3 of "REMOVE
SHIPPING STRAR" 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.

I

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 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 wall, move the washer

out slightly before tipping it up,
STEP 2. With one of the legs in hand,

screw lock nut onto leg _ in (9,5 ram)
from top of leg base. This is the

recommended initial setting.

STEP 3. Screw leg into washer base by

hand until nut reaches washer base.
Repeat for other leg,

STEP 5. Move washer to its final
location.

STEP 6. Tilt washer forward until rear
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

by placing a level on top of the washer,
first side-to-side; then front4o-back.

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/_64n
(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.

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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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
cotter pins.

• Installed all parts listed on
pages 7-9.

FINAL STEPS

I Plug power supply cord into

grounded outlet.

I Remove the blue protective film on the

console and any tape remaining on
washen

[ 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 YOUR WASHER"
section to fully understand your new

washer. Then, start the washer and
allow it to complete the NORMAL

Cycle.

2O

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.

Fire 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).

Doing so 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.

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

performance.

• SPEEDS Adjust to fabric type being washed.

HEAVYDUTY

REGULAR

[]

PERMPRESS

DELICATE

HANDWASH

DENIMS_TOWELS; • • • HOTWASH
EXTRADIRTY

COTTONS

SYNTHETICS

KNITS

LINGERIE

t= WARMWASH

COLDWASH

Z ANY BLEACH

/iX NON-CHLORINE

SLEACH

DONOT BLEACH

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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, Deodorants

Treat with a paste of ammonia and
color safe bleach. Let stand for 30 min-

utes. 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, Ice Cream

Sponge immediately or apply a pre-

wash soil and stain remover. Rinse.
Wash. Repeat if necessary. 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 Products

Sponge immediately or apply a
prewash 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 offthe dry mud. Rinse under
cold water. Pretreat with a paste of
detergent and water. Launder using
detergent and bleach safe for the

fabric.

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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; (details on
page 29).

STEP 3. (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired,
add measured liquid fabric softener
to the fabric softener dispenser (if

available); (details on page 30).
STEP 4. Close washer lid.
STEP 5. Set WATER LEVEL Control Q

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

STEP 6. Set the WATER TEMPERA-
TURE Control O (details on page 24).

STEP 7. Push the Cycle Selector Control
(Timer) Knob @ in and turn to the right,

Set cycle and time according to the type
of fabric in the load (details on page 25).

STEP 8. 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,

WATERLEVEL WA_R TEMPERATURE

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HEAVY INITy su_R

" NORMAL

J

PERMA_ENTPRES$ _

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SET WATER LEVEL CONTROL SET WATER TEMPERATURE

CONTROL

Your washer lets you select a wash and

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.

SMALL • LARGE

LOAD •_ LOAD

rinse water temperature setting based
on the type of load you are washing.

WARM

COLD

COLD • HOT

COLD _ COLD

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 tempera-
ture for handling the wash load.

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

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

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 tem )eratures 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.

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• Diapers • Prevents graying or yellowing

silks, woolens • Reduces wrinkling

• Knits/delicate fabrics

SETTING YOUR CYCLE
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 fab-
rics 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: Some "Hand Wash" items,
particularly wool, naturally shrink when

washed, Keep this in mind when you
purchase items labeled "Hand Wash,"

Items that shrink should be dried flat.

When still wet, block these items by
gently stretching to original measure-

ments.

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.

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
Usethiscycle _ getupto 14 minutes

washtime _rstu_y orheavilysoiled

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, PERMANENT PRESS
or DELICATE cycle with additional

detergent.
SOAK (on some models)

SOAK Cycle features 4 minutes of
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 a HEAVY DUTY,
NORMAL, PERMANENT PRESS,

DELICATE or PREWASH cycle with
additional detergent.

NOTE: We do not recommend hot water

for soaking. It may set some stains.

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Your washer will have one of these knobs.

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2ND RINSE (on some models)

A second rinse removes excess
detergent residue.

STEP 1. Set the WATER LEVEL Control.
STEP 2. Set the WATER

TEMPERATURE Control,
STEP 3. Set the Cycle Selector Control

(Timer) to 2ND RINSE.
STEP 4. Pull the Timer knob out to start

the washer.

NOTE: You may select an additional
SPIN only.

• Set the Timer knob to SPIN.

• An additional spin may shorten drying
times for heavy fabrics or special-care

items by removing excess water.

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 the Cycle Selector Control

(Timer) Knob to a RINSE setting:

• For fast agitation and spin, use the
HEAVY DUTY Cycle,

• For slow agitation and spin, use the
PERMANENT PRESS Cycle.

• For slow agitation and fast spin, use the
NORMAL Cycle.

STEP 4. Pull Cycle Selector Control
(Timer) Knob out to start washer.

SPIN ONLY

A drain and spin may help shorten drying
times for some heavy fabrics or special-
care items by removing excess water.

STEP 1. Set the Cycle Selector Control
(Timer) Knob to a SPIN setting:

• For fast spin, use the NORMAL Cycle.

• For slow spin, use the PERMANENT
PRESS Cycle.

STEP 2. Pull the Cycle Selector Control
(Timer) Knob out to start washer.

HEAVY DUTY

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UNDERSTANDING WHAT HAPPENS
IN EACH CYCLE

PERMANENT NORMAL

PRESS / DELICATE _ Fill to

selected level

selected level •

Fill to

Wash

selected time

• _ Drain -

Partial W no spin

Drain •

• Spin

Pause

W

Wash

selected time

HEAVY DUTY

m

selected level

Fill to

Wash

selected time

Drain -
no spin

Spin

selected level

Fill to

Rinse

cool down

Fill for selected level

Wash

Drain -
no spin

m

Spin

_[_ Fill to

Rinse

no spin

Drain -

Spin

W Drain -

m

no spin

Spin

Off

PREWASH*/2ND RINSE*

m

m

Fill to

selected level

Rinse

Drain =
no spin

Spin

Off

Off

SOAK*

selected level

Fill to

Agitate

Soak

(reset to SPIN to

drain washer)

(*on some models)

__w_v selected level

IT Fill to

i •

Wash

selected time

i m Drain -

i •

i m Off

m

no spin

Spin

(*on some models)

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SELF-CLEANING LINT FILTER DUAL ACTION TM AGITATOR

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

cleanup.

Your washer features a self-cleaning

filter that traps lint from the water while

the washer iswashing and deep rinsing
the laundry. The trapped lint is flushed
down the drain automatically. You don't

have to clean the filter.

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Kenmore's DUAL ACTION TM Agitator
gives you flexible fabric care for even
your largest loads,

The best cleaning
action in your

washer takes
place at the bot-

tom 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 dis-
places the clothes that are on the bot-

tom with a "roll-over" motion.

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UNDERSTANDING NORMAL
WASHER SOUNDS

Your new washer may make sounds that
your old one didn't. 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 load, 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

The dispenser 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 load. Use less with smaller loads.
Follow
manufacturer's directions for safe use, A

cup with a pouring spout will help you

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 load.

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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USING THE LIQUID FABRIC
SOFTENER DISPENSER

(on some models)

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 will 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 of 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.

Liquidfabric softener

Blue I0ck ring

• Add warm water to fill 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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