Kenmore 417.4110 Series Use & Care Manual
Use & Care Guide
Guía de Uso y Cuidado
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
English / Español / Français
Models/ Modelos / Modèles: 417.4110*
For best results, a lower-sudsing, HE High Effi ciency
Detergent made for front loading washers must be
used.
Para obtener mejores resultados, una baja espuma,
H.E. Alta efi ciencia de detergentes para lavadoras de
carga hizo frente debe ser utilizado.
Pour de meilleurs résultats, et un bas niveau de mousse,
un détergent haute-efficacité HE conçu pour les
laveuses à chargement frontal doit être utilisé.
Kenmore Elite
®
Front Load Washer
Lavadora a Cargo Frontal
Laveuse à Chargement Frontal
* = Color number, número de color, le numéro de couleur
P/N 137413000 A (1012)
Sears Brands Management Corporation
Hoff man Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.kenmore.com
www.sears.com
Sears Canada Inc.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2C3
www.sears.ca
TM
Record Model/Serial Numbers Important Safety Instructions
The model and serial numbers of your washer are found on
the washer serial plate located on the inside of the door.
Record and retain these numbers.
Model Number ____________________
Serial Number ____________________
Purchase Date ____________________
This
Use and Care Guide
instructions for your washer. It also contains information
about features for several other models. Your washer may
not have every feature included.
The instructions in this manual and all other literature
included with this washer are not meant to cover every
possible condition and situation that may occur. Good safe
practice and caution MUST be applied when installing,
operating and maintaining any appliance. Use the washer
only as instructed in this
provides general operating
Use & Care Guide
.
Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions ............................................2-3
Warranty / Protection Agreement .......................................4
Features ....................................................................................5
Operating Instructions ...................................................... 6-16
Stain Removal Guide ......................................................17-18
Care and Cleaning ......................................................... 19-22
Solutions to Common Problems ................................... 23-27
Notes ......................................................................................28
Español .................................................................................. 29
Français ................................................................................. 57
Recognize safety symbols, words and
labels
Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with
a WARNING or CAUTION based on the risk type as
described below:
Defi nitions
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you
to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or
death.
DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury.
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT indicates installation, operation or
maintenance information which is important but not
hazard-related.
Save these instructions
for future reference.
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Important Safety Instructions
Grounding type
ll receptacle
wer cord with
3-prong grgr
ounded plug
Do not,
under
y cir
cumstances,
cut,
removeve,
or b
ypass the
ounding pr
ong.
To reduce the risk of fi re, electrical shock, or injury to
persons when using this washer, comply with the basic
warnings listed below. Failure to comply with these
warnings could result in serious personal injuries.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow
these Important Safety Instructions:
PREVENT FIRE
Do not wash items that have been previously cleaned in, •
soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, cleaning solvents,
kerosene, cooking oils, waxes, etc. Do not store these items
on or near the washer. These substances give off vapors or
chemical reactions that could ignite or explode.
Do not put oily or greasy rags or clothing on top of the •
washer. These substances give off vapors that could
ignite the materials.
Do not add gasoline, cleaning solvents, or other fl am-•
mable or explosive substances to the wash water. These
substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be pro-•
duced 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 the washer, turn on all hot water faucets
and let the water fl ow from each for several minutes.
This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. Hydrogen gas is fl ammable; do not smoke or use an open
fl ame during this time.
Do not store or use gasoline or other fl ammable vapors •
or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
Failure to comply with these warnings could result in fi re, •
explosion, serious bodily injury and/or damage to the
rubber or plastic parts of the washer.
PROTECT CHILDREN
Do not allow children to play on or in the washer. Close •
supervision of children is necessary when the washer is
used near children. As children grow, teach them the
proper, safe use of all appliances.
Destroy the carton, plastic bag and other packing ma-•
terials after the washer is unpacked. Children might use
them for play. Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads or
plastic sheets can become airtight chambers.
Keep laundry products out of children’s reach. To prevent •
personal injury, observe all warnings on product labels.
Before the washer is removed from service or discarded, •
remove the washer door to prevent accidental entrapment.
Failure to comply with these warnings could result in seri-•
ous personal injuries.
PREVENT INJURY
To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during •
operation, the washer must be installed and electrically
grounded by a qualifi ed service person in accordance
with local codes. Installation instructions are packed in
the washer for installer’s reference. Refer to
TION INSTRUCTIONS
dures. If the washer is moved to a new location, have it
checked and reinstalled by a qualifi ed service person.
WARNING
INSTALLA-
for detailed grounding proce-
To prevent personal injury or damage to the washer, the •
electrical power cord of the washer must be plugged
into a properly grounded and polarized 3-prong outlet.
The third grounding prong must never be removed.
Never ground the
washer to a gas
pipe. Do not use an
extension cord or
an adaptor plug.
Grounding type
wawall receptacl
PoPower cord with
3-prong
ounded plug
Do not,
under
anany cir
cumstances,
cut,
remo
or b
ypass th
grgrounding pr
ong.
Follow package directions when using laundry products. •
Incorrect usage can produce poisonous gas - resulting in
serious injury or death.
Do not combine laundry products for use in 1 load unless •
specifi ed on the label.
Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such •
as vinegar.
PREVENT INJURY AND DAMAGE TO THE WASHER
To prevent serious personal injury and damage to the
washer:
All repairs and servicing must be performed by an au-•
thorized servicer unless specifi cally recommended in this
Use & Care Guide. Use only authorized factory parts.
Do not tamper with controls.•
Do not install or store the washer where it will be ex-•
posed to the weather.
Do not install on carpet. Install washer on a solid fl oor. It •
may be necessary to reinforce the fl oor to prevent vibra-
tion or movement.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect this appli-•
ance from the power supply before attempting any user
maintenance. Turning the controls to the OFF position
does not disconnect this appliance from the power supply.
To prevent injury, do not reach into the washer while •
parts are moving. Before loading, unloading or adding
items, push in the cycle selector knob and allow the drum
to coast to a complete stop before reaching inside.
This washer is equipped with an electrical overload pro-•
tector. The motor will stop if it becomes overheated.
Failure to comply with these warnings could result in seri-•
ous personal injuries.
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Kenmore Appliance Warranty
Master Protection Agreements
One Year Limited Warranty
When installed, operated and maintained according to
all instructions supplied with the product, if this appliance
fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one
year from the date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME
to arrange for free repair.
If this appliance is used for other than private family purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date
of purchase.
This warranty covers only defects in material and workmanship. Sears will NOT pay for:
Expendable items that can wear out from normal use, 1.
including but not limited to fi lters, belts, light bulbs and
bags.
A service technician to instruct the user in correct 2.
product installation, operation or maintenance.
A service technician to clean or maintain this product.3.
Damage to or failure of this product if it is not installed, 4.
operated or maintained according to all instructions
supplied with the product.
Damage to or failure of this product resulting from 5.
accident, abuse, misuse or use for other than its
intended purpose.
Damage to or failure of this product caused by the use 6.
of detergents, cleaners, chemicals or utensils other than
those recommended in all instructions supplied with the
product.
Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from 7.
unauthorized modifi cations made to this product.
Disclaimer of implied warranties; limitation of remedies
Customer’s sole and exclusive remedy under this limited
warranty shall be product repair as provided herein. Implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability
or fi tness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year
or the shortest period allowed by law. Sears shall not be
liable for incidental or consequential damages. Some states
and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on the
duration of implied warranties of merchantability or fi tness,
so these exclusions or limitations may not apply to you.
This warranty applies only while this appliance is used in
the United States and Canada.
This warranty gives you specifi c legal rights, and you may
also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoff man Estates,
IL 60179
Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2C3
®
Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new
Kenmore
of dependable operation. But like all products, it may require preventive maintenance or repair from time to time.
That’s when having a Master Protection Agreement can
save you money and aggravation.
The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life
of your new product. Here’s what the Agreement* includes:
Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is
all that it takes for you to schedule service. You can call
anytime day or night, or schedule a service appointment
online.
The Master Protection Agreement is a risk free purchase.
If you cancel for any reason during the product warranty
period, we will provide a full refund. Or, a prorated refund
anytime after the product warranty period expires. Purchase your Master Protection Agreement today!
Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices and additional information in the U.S.A. call 1-800-827-6655.
* Coverage in Canada varies on some items. For full details call Sears Canada at 1-800-361-6665.
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For Sears professional installation of home appliances, garage door openers, water heaters, and other major home
items, in the U.S.A. or Canada call 1-800-4-MY-HOME
®
product is designed and manufactured for years
Parts and labor needed to help keep products •
operating properly under normal use, not just defects.
Our coverage goes well beyond the product warranty.
No deductibles, no functional failure excluded from
coverage – real protection.
Expert service by a force of more than 10,000 •
authorized Sears service technicians, which means
someone you can trust will be working on your product.
Unlimited service calls and nationwide service, as often •
as you want us, whenever you want us.
“No-lemon” guarantee – replacement of your covered •
product if four or more product failures occur within
twelve months.
Product replacement if your covered product can not be •
fi xed.
Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request – •
no extra charge.
Fast help by phone – we call it Rapid Resolution – •
phone support from a Sears representative on all
products. Think of us as a “talking owner’s manual”.
Power surge protection against electrical damage due •
to power fl uctuations.
$250 Food Loss Protection annually for any food •
spoilage that is the result of mechanical failure of any
covered refrigerator or freezer.
Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product •
takes longer than promised.
10% discount off the regular price of any non-covered •
repair service and related installed parts.
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Features
Cycle Selector
Laundry Product Dispenser Drawer
Reversible
Door
Control Lock
LED Display
Drum Light
Door Striker
Inner glass with small article
redistribution ramp
Cascading
Wash Vanes
As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Sears
Brands Management Corporation has
determined that this product meets the
ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy
effi ciency.
Stainless Steel
Wash Drum
Door Latch with
Safety Lock
Adjustable
Leveling Legs
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Operating Instructions
5
1 2
Cycle selector
1
Cycle settings
2
This manual covers many models and not all cycles, options, or features listed are available on every model. Console shown
above for reference only. Your model may diff er.
POWER button
3
START/PAUSE button
4
Cycle Selection
Press the POWER button turn on the unit. Turn the cycle
selector in either direction to the cycle desired. The indicator for that cycle will be illuminated.
To change the cycle once the cycle has begun, press POW-
ER to cancel the current cycle, press POWER to turn on
unit again, select a new cycle, and press START again. Just
turning the cycle selector knob will not change the cycle.
IMPORTANT
If you cancel a running cycle, you must manually drain
any water in the drum with a Rinse & Spin or Drain &
Spin cycle before starting a new one.
For best results
Follow the fabric care label instructions
on items to be washed.
Normal/Casual
Use this load for cotton, linen, towels, shirts, sheets, denims and mixed loads.
Bulky/Bedding
This cycle is designed for bulky items such as comforters,
blankets, mattress pads, sleeping bags and similar items.
Heavy Duty
Use this cycle for heavily soiled, durable garments - such
as towels, sports gear, or fabric tote bags. For best soil
and stain removal, use the hottest water safe for the
fabrics being washed.
Whitest Whites
Use this cycle for white fabrics and lightly colored clothing. Refer to fabric care label for use of liquid chlorine
3 4
Cycle options / Cycle status display
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bleach. Hot water is recommended to ensure optimal
bleach activation. For peak rinsing performance and to
avoid chlorine residues on your laundry add Extra Rinse
to this cycle.
Towels
Select this cycle for a full load of towels and/or bath
mats. Select a higher spin speed to reduce drying time.
Steam Refresh
Refresh a small load of dry clothes with the perfect
amount of steam. Steam alone will infuse into the dry
load as it tumbles to refresh fabrics, remove odors, and
release wrinkles, reducing ironing. Remove load, hang or
iron as necessary.
NOTE
Steam may not necessarily be visible inside drum •
during the Steam Refresh cycle.
Steam may not be present during entire cycle.•
IMPORTANT
If washer is paused during the •
door will remain locked due to higher temperature in
drum. DO NOT force open - it will unlock upon cooling.
During •
steam exiting from the rear vent of the washer - this is
normal and not cause for alarm.
the
Steam Refresh cycle you may notice
Steam Refresh
cycle, the
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Cycle Selection, continued
Operating Instructions
Express Wash
Quickly wash a small, lightly soiled load in 18 minutes.
Express Sanitize
Use the Express Sanitize cycle to clean and sanitize
heavily soiled, colorfast fabrics including towels, bedding, cloth diapers, and children’s clothing.
It is recommended that you set your water heater to 120°
F (49° C) or higher to ensure proper performance during
this cycle. If the setting is lower or the load is extra large,
the cycle time may be extended.
The Express Sanitize cycle will kill 99.9% of bacteria
with no carryover of bacteria between loads. No bleach
or harsh chemicals are needed, but higher temperatures
are required. Please check fabric care labels to prevent
damage.
NOTE
This cycle has been certifi ed by NSF International,
an independent third party testing and certifi cation
organization dedicated to public health, safety and
environmental protection.
NSF Protocol P172
Sanitization Performance of Residential
and Commercial, Family-Sized Clothes
Washers
The wash water is heated by an internal boost heater to
a maximum of 152° F (67° C) as the load tumbles.
is displayed during the wash phase alternately with the
estimated cycle time. Cold water is added to cool down
the load prior to drain and spin.
NOTE
If the voltage at your outlet is under 110 v, the internal
heater may not adequately heat the wash water. If
the cycle is interrupted while the water is heating, the
fi nal temperature of the wash water may be lower and
sanitation may be reduced.
As a precaution, the washer door is locked once the
water temperature reaches 130° F (55° C). If the cycle is
cancelled during the wash phase and the water temperature is greater than 150° F (66° C) an automatic cool
down rinse will occur before the door can be opened.
Cold Clean
Designed for a small load of mixed items, wash and
rinse temperatures are equivalent to temperature of cold
tap supply. Use this selection for fabrics and colors that
are prone to dye transfer. Best used with cold water
detergent.
Silk
Select this cycle for washable silk items. It will provide
gentle reversing tumble wash action in cold water and
multiple rinses. Chlorine bleach will not be dispensed
in this cycle. The water will drain out at the end of the
cycle, but the drum will not spin. The garments will be
very wet.
NOTE
Washing silk garments labeled “
using chlorine bleach can result in permanent damage.
Delicates
Use this cycle for lightly soiled knits and delicates which
require gentle washing.
Handwash
Use this cycle to provide intermittent, gentle tumbling for
items labeled “Hand Wash”.
Rinse & Spin
Select Rinse & Spin for loads that need a cold water
rinse or to add fabric softener that may have been omitted in a regular cycle. Add the fabric softener to the
dispenser chamber. Select the spin speed appropriate
for the load.
Dry Clean Only
NOTE
You may deselect Extra Rinse if you wish to perform a
Spin Only cycle or select No Spin if you want to perform
a Drain Only cycle.
Clean Washer
To clean and freshen the washer, perform the Clean
Washer cycle. If you wish to begin the cycle, empty the
drum, add bleach and press START. This maintenance
cycle removes residue that may cause odor. See
Routine Cleaning (Preventive)
about the Clean Washer cycle.
for detailed information
” or
Inside
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Operating Instructions
Cycle Settings
For best results
Follow the fabric care label instructions
on items to be washed.
Appropriate wash temperature, spin speeds, soil level and
options will automatically be displayed for each cycle. The
settings can be changed before the cycle is started.
WASH/RINSE WATER TEMPERATURE
To change the preset temperature, press the Wash/Rinse
button to scroll to the desired setting. Select a wash water
temperature according to fi ber content, colorfastness and
soil level. A cold water rinse saves energy and reduces
wrinkling.
To protect your fabrics, not all temperatures are available
with every cycle. The indicator will not light if the setting is
not available with that cycle.
NOTE
To change the temperature once the cycle has begun,
press the PAUSE button, make the new selection and
press START again.
Auto Temp wash water temperatures are automatically
regulated to maximize detergent eff ectiveness and im-
prove washing performance. The water heater setting and
its distance from the washer, water usage in other parts of
the home, and seasonally low ground water temperature in
some geographic areas can aff ect water temperature.
Hot/Cold
Use this setting for heavily soiled white or colorfast cottons and blends.
Warm/Warm
Use this setting when a warm water rinse is desired.
Warm/Cold
Use this setting for normally soiled white or colorfast cottons or blends.
Cold/Cold
Wash and rinse temperatures are equivalent to temperature of cold tap supply. Use this selection for lightly
soiled non-colorfast items, knits, delicates, and hand
washables and other fabrics and colors that are prone to
dye transfer. For use with cold water
SPIN SPEED
To protect your fabrics, not all spin speeds are available
with every cycle. The indicator will not light if the setting is
not available with that cycle.
Extra High, High, Medium and Low spin speeds are
available for appropriate cycles. The spin speed and/or
duration of fi nal spin vary from model to model and cycle
to cycle.
Increasing the spin speed will extract more water, decrease
drying time and conserve energy. Decreasing the spin
speed will reduce wrinkling.
Select Low spin speed to gently spin items that should be
line dried.
Use No Spin to omit the fi nal spin at the end of the cycle.
The load will be very wet. Remove items from the wash
drum to drip dry or select a Rinse & Spin cycle to remove
excess water at a more convenient time.
detergents.
Extra Hot/Cold
Use this setting for heavily soiled colorfast fabrics such
as towels, bedding, and children’s clothing. Extra Hot/
Cold provides wash water heated with an internal boost
heater.
SOIL LEVEL
Adjust the wash time in 3-minute increments based on the
soil level of each load. Five soil levels are available.
CHIME
A chime will sound at the end of the cycle when this option
is selected. The signal has an adjustable volume level or
can be turned off .
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Cycle Options
Operating Instructions
To add options, press the corresponding options buttons to
illuminate the selections desired. To delete options, press
the options buttons again and the indicator lights will turn
off . Some options require a “Press & Hold” eff ort to acti-
vate or deactivate the secondary function.
Not all options are available on every model. To protect
your fabrics, not all options are available with every cycle.
If an option is not appropriate for the cycle, the indicator
will not light. Occasionally, a setting and option in the same
cycle will confl ict with each other, such as Add Steam and
Energy Saver. When this happens, the option selected fi rst
will cause the confl icting option to not be selectable.
NOTE
To change the options after the cycle starts, press PAUSE,
adjust the setting and press START to resume the cycle.
Stain Treat
The Stain Treat option adds a special 10 minute soak/
pretreat agitation before the main wash. It fi lls initially
with detergent and cold water to prevent protein stains
from setting, then the internal heater is activated to heat
the wash water to remove non-protein based stains. Can
be used with Prewash for the toughest stains.
Add Steam
Select this option to add approximately 20 minutes of
tumbling in steam during the wash cycle. It is recommended for heavily soiled loads to help enhance the
release of tough stains from fabrics after initial agitation.
NOTE
Steam may not necessarily be visible inside drum •
during a steam wash cycle.
Steam may not be present during entire steam wash cycle.•
IMPORTANT
If steam is selected, rinse temperatures will be elevated.•
If washer is paused during a steam wash cycle, the door •
will remain locked due to higher temperature in drum.
DO NOT force open - it will unlock upon cooling.
During a steam cycle you may notice steam exiting •
from the rear vent of the washer - this is normal and
not cause for alarm.
Energy Saver
The Energy Saver option reduces the warm water temperature a few degrees to save energy.
Pre Wash
Select this option to add a short initial wash period to a
cycle. Heavily soiled and stained loads will prewash for
approximately 5 minutes. The water will drain and the
load will automatically advance to the regular wash cycle
See step 5 in “
guide for details on adding detergent to the dispenser.
Extra Rinse
Use this option when additional rinsing is desired to
remove excess dirt and detergent. It is recommended for
heavily soiled loads or if household members have sensitive skin.
Extra Spin
Use this option to add minutes to the fi nal spin at the
selected Spin Speed. This will improve water extraction,
decrease drying time and save energy.
Time Manager
Customize cycle duration to fi t your schedule by shorten-
ing the length of each cycle. Repeatedly press the Time
Manager button to select a level of duration management - aggressively manage (quickest), moderately manage (quicker) or no management (normal).
Delay Start
Press Delay Start to select a wash time convenient to
your schedule or during off peak energy hours. The delay
time selected will be displayed and begin counting down
when you select START.
Drum Light (Press & Hold)
The drum light will come on whenever the door is
opened to illuminate the drum during loading and
unloading. Closing the door turns off the light. The drum
light will automatically turn off if the door is left open
more than 3 minutes.
You can activate the drum light during a cycle by pressing and holding the Stain Treat button for 3 seconds. The
light will stay on during the cycle for 3 minutes. To turn it
off , press and hold the button again.
Control Lock (Press & Hold)
To lock the controls between or during cycles, press and
hold the Add Steam button for 5 seconds.
displayed if you attempt to wake up a “between cycle”
locked unit and
maining in a “during cycle” locked unit. Repeat to unlock
the controls when you are ready to operate the washer.
Use this feature to reduce the likelihood of accidental
operation by children.
Operating Your Washer
will alternate with cycle time re-
” section in this
will be
.
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Operating Instructions
Washer Settings Chart
These temperature, spin speeds, soil levels and options are available with the following cycles:
Normal/Casual
Bulky/Bedding
Heavy Duty
Whitest Whites
Wash/Rinse
Extra Hot/Cold
Hot/Cold
Warm/Warm
Warm/Cold
Cold/Cold
Spin Speed
Extra High
High
Medium
Low
No Spin
Soil Level
Heavy
• (mid high)
Normal
• (mid low)
Light
Options
Stain Treat
Add Steam
Energy Saver
Pre-Wash
Extra Rinse
Extra Spin
Time Manager
Delay Start
Drum Light (Press & Hold)
Control Lock (Press & Hold)
9 = Available selections. = Cycle defaults. = Non-modifi able presets.
999
9
9
99
999
9
99
99999
9
9999999
9999 99 999
9
99999 99
99999 99 9
99999 99
99999
99999
999999
99 999999999
99 999
99999 9
99999
9999 9
9
99999
99999 9
99999 9
99999
9999999999999
9999999999999
9999999999999
Towels
Steam Refresh
9
9
9
9
9
Express Wash
Express Sanitize
Cold Clean
Silk
Delicates
9
99
99999
9
99
9
999
9
9
9
9
999
999
9
9
9
9 9
9
Handwash
Rinse & Spin
9
99
9
9
9
9
Clean Washer
NO OPTIONS AVAILABLE WITH THIS CYCLE.
DO NOT LOAD ANY ITEMS IN DRUM DURING CLEAN WASHER CYCLE.
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Other Features
Operating Instructions
Status Indicators
The estimated total cycle time will be displayed when the
cycle is selected. The time may increase if water pressure is
low, oversudsing occurs or the load becomes unbalanced.
The estimated remaining cycle time is displayed during the
cycle. The following indicators may be lighted during the
cycle:
Add a Garment•
Wash•
Rinse•
Spin•
Door Locked•
Various other codes in the LED may alert you to •
operating conditions that you can correct yourself
before calling service. See “Avoid Service Checklist”
for detail concerning these alert codes.
Reversible Door
Your washer is equipped with a reversible door. The door
can be hinged on the right or left side.
NOTE
For step-by-step instructions on DOOR REVERSAL, refer
to the
Installation Instructions
supplied with this washer.
Install Cycle
Run the Install Cycle before operating the washer the fi rst
time. Remove all items from the washer drum, enter Install
Cycle mode and press START. For more information on
performing the washer Install Cycle, refer to the Installa-
tion Instructions accompanying this washer.
After running the
correctly installed,
displayed and the washer is ready to use.
If the washer was not installed properly,
(“No Water”),
and Cold Water Supply), or
- 1-800-4-MY-HOME) will be displayed to indicate the
installation error.
The errors may result from the following conditions:
•
attached to water supply or water supply valves have
not been turned on. Install hoses correctly and turn on
water supply valves.
•
connected to the cold water supply and the cold inlet
hose may have been connected to the hot water supply.
Check hoses for correct supply connection. If incorrect,
shut off water, disconnect hoses and connect to correct
inlets according to Installation Instructions.
•
a qualifi ed technician (1-800-4-MY-HOME).
Install Cycle
- Water inlet hoses have not been
- The hot inlet hose may have been
- Error can only be corrected by calling
, if the washer has been
(“Install Pass”)
(“Flip Hoses” - Reverse Hot
will be
(“Call Service”
Repeat the Install Cycle when corrections are completed.
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Operating Instructions
Operating Your Washer
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fi re, electric shock or injury to
persons, read these IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
in this
Use and Care Guide
1 Sort laundry into loads that
can be washed together.
Sort items by •
recommended
cycle and water temperature.
Separate white, light and colorfast items from dark •
and non-colorfast items.
Separate items that shed lint from items that attract •
lint. Casual, synthetic, knit, and corduroy items will
pick up lint from towels, rugs, and bedspreads.
Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled •
items.
Separate lacy, sheer, loosely knit, or delicate items •
from durable items.
Do not machine wash items containing fi berglass. •
Small particles of fi berglass left in the drum may
transfer to fabrics in other loads and cause skin irritation and/or damage to fabrics.
2 Prepare items for washing.
Empty pockets.•
before operating your washer.
Place delicate and small items such as bras, hosiery •
and baby socks in a mesh bag.
(Mesh bag not included.)
3 Pretreat stains and heavy soil.
See • Stain Removal Guide in this guide
for safe, successful stain removal
instructions.
4 Add laundry load to washer.
Brush off lint and dirt. Shake out rugs and beach •
towels.
Close zippers, fasten hooks, button buttons, tie strings •
and sashes, and remove non-washable trims and
ornaments.
Mend rips and tears to prevent further damage dur-•
ing washing.
Turn knit items inside out to prevent pilling.•
Combine large and small items in a load.•
Load large items fi rst. Large items should not be more •
than half the total wash load.
Washing single items such as a sweater, towel or •
jeans is ineffi cient and may cause an out-of-balance
load. Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balance the
load.
Wash a single heavy item such as a king-sized com-•
forter, bedspread or sleeping bag separately.
The washer can be fully loaded, but the items should •
not be tightly packed. The door should close easily.
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Operating Your Washer, continued
5 Add laundry products to the dispenser.
For best results
Use a low-sudsing, high effi ciency
detergent to prevent oversudsing in
front load washers. Look for this symbol
on the detergent label:
Detergent, liquid chlorine bleach and liquid fabric softener will be dispensed at the proper times in the cycle.
IMPORTANT
Open and close the dispenser drawer slowly. Closing the
drawer too quickly could result in early dispensing of the
bleach or fabric softener.
Operating Instructions
Use the cap or scoop provided by the detergent manufacturer to measure the amount recommended. Detergent dosage may need to be adjusted for water temperature, water hardness, load size and soil level.
Liquid Detergent
Add the recommended amount of high effi ciency liq-•
uid detergent to the “Main Wash - Liquid Only” cup.
Do not exceed the • MAX fi ll line.
Liquid detergent can also be added directly to the •
“Main Wash” chamber when not using the “Pre-
Wash” option.
NOTE
From time to time you may see water in the “Main
Wash -Liquid Only” chamber. This is part of the normal
operation of the washer.
Powder Detergent
To use a high effi ciency powder detergent, remove the •
“Main Wash - Liquid Only” cup and add the powder
directly to the “Main Wash” detergent chamber.
IMPORTANT
Save the liquid cup insert for future use. DO NOT discard
it while you are using powder detergent.
Insert liquid cup when
using liquid detergent.
Remove liquid cup when using
powder detergent! DO NOT
pour powder detergent into
liquid cup. It will not dis-
pense correctly!
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Operating Instructions
Operating Your Washer, continued
Other Wash Products
Water conditioner, detergent booster and enzyme •
products may be added with the detergent.
Put liquid products with liquid detergent in the • “Main
Wash - Liquid Only” chamber or powder products
with powder detergent in the “Main Wash” detergent
chamber.
IMPORTANT
Do not mix liquids and powders.
IMPORTANT
Use of multi-product (detergent plus softener) sheets or
color-absorbing sheets NOT recommended. They could
disable your machine and result in unwarranted repair
costs.
Detergent for Prewash
For heavily soiled or stained loads, select the • Prewash
option and add the recommended amount of detergent to the “Pre-Wash” detergent cup.
Liquid Chlorine Bleach
If desired, add liquid chlorine bleach to the chamber •
labeled “Liquid Bleach”.
Fill to the • MIN line for small loads or the MAX line for
large loads. DO NOT fi ll above the maximum fi ll line.
IMPORTANT
To prevent fabric damage, do not overfi ll the “Liquid
Bleach” chamber or pour liquid chlorine bleach directly
onto the load.
Liquid Fabric Softener
If desired, pour the recommended amount of liquid •
fabric softener into the chamber labeled “Fabric
Softener”.
Fill to the • MIN line for small loads or the MAX line for
large loads.
DO NOT fi ll above the maximum fi ll line.•
NOTE
To prevent staining, do not overfi ll the “Fabric Softener”
chamber or pour liquid fabric softener directly on the
wash load.
Use of a fabric softener-dispensing ball is not recom-•
mended in tumble action washers.
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Operating Instructions
Operating Your Washer, continued
6 Select the appropriate cycle and settings for
the load.
Press the • POWER button to turn the unit on.
Turn the cycle selector knob in either direction to se-•
lect the cycle desired. The indicator for that cycle will
be illuminated.
The estimated cycle time, suitable wash and rinse •
water temperatures, fi nal spin speed, soil level, and
options for each cycle will be indicated for the cycle
selected. See the “Washer Settings Chart” for more
details.
To change the settings, press the • Wash/Rinse, Spin
Speed and Soil Level buttons to scroll to the desired
settings.
To select or delete an option, press the button for that •
option. The indicator will be illuminated when the option has been selected. The indicator will no longer be
lighted when the option has been deleted.
NOTE
To provide the best care for your laundry, not every
setting or option is available with every cycle. If a setting
or option is not available for the cycle selected, the
indicator will not light.
when the buttons are pressed. To change the settings
or options, press PAUSE, make the new selections and
press START again.
To change the cycle once the cycle has begun, press •
POWER to cancel the current cycle, press POWER
to turn on unit again, select a new cycle, and press
START again. Just turning the cycle selector knob will
not change the cycle.
To stop the cycle, press • POWER.
A signal will sound at the end of the cycle if the •
Chime option has been selected.
Remove items from the washer when the cycle ends •
and place in dryer, line dry or dry fl at as directed on
the fabric care label.
For best results
Follow the fabric care label instructions
on items to be washed.
7 Start the washer.
Close the door and press • START. The washer will not
operate with the door open.
as a reminder to close the door.
Select • Delay Start to delay the beginning of the cycle,
if desired.
As a safety measure, the door will automatically lock •
during the entire wash cycle.
To add a forgotten item to the washer any time during •
the wash portion of the cycle, press PAUSE. When the
door unlocks, open the door, add the item, close the
door and press START to resume the cycle.
If changes to the settings or options are attempted •
after the cycle starts, you will hear several beeps
will be displayed
Excess wrinkling, color transfer or odors may develop •
in items left in the washer after the cycle has ended, if
not removed promptly.
CAUTION
ENTRAPMENT and TIP-OVER HAZARD
Do not leave the door open if there are small children or
pets present. An open door could entice children to hang
on the door or crawl inside the washer. If there are no
small children present, you may leave the door ajar to
prevent odor build up.
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Operating Instructions
Normal Operating Sounds
You may or may not hear the following sounds from your
new washer:
A. DRAIN HOSE The washer has a fl exible drain hose to
carry water from the washer to the stand pipe of your
home. You will hear water fl owing into your stand pipe.
This is a normal part of the operation of the washer.
B. WATER VALVES/DISPENSER As water enters the
dispenser system, it is common to hear a water fl owing
sound. This normal sound will vary slightly based on the
water pressure in your home.
C. DOOR LOCK Your washer is equipped with dual door
locks with electric solenoids. There will be a clicking sound
as the washer door is being locked or unlocked.
D. DRAIN PUMP Your washer is equipped with a high
velocity drain pump. It is normal to hear humming and
gurgling sounds as water is pumped from the washer.
Both of these sounds are normal and indicate that your
pump is functioning correctly.
E. HIGH SPEED MOTOR A powerful motor is used to drive
the drum to high spin speeds to extract water from your
load. You will hear a sound associated with these higher
spin speeds. This sound is normal and will vary slightly as
the spin speed varies with load size and cycle selected.
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CAUTION
Abnormal, on-going sounds may be an indication of a
pending washer failure and should be investigated by a
qualifi ed technician.
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Safe Stain Removal Procedures
To reduce the risk of fi re or serious injury to persons or
property, comply with the basic warnings listed below:
Read and comply with all instructions on stain removal •
products.
Keep stain removal products in their original labeled •
containers and out of children’s reach.
Thoroughly wash any utensils used.•
Do not combine stain removal products, especially •
ammonia and chlorine bleach. Dangerous fumes can
result.
Never wash items which have been previously cleaned •
in, washed in, soaked in or spotted with gasoline, dry
cleaning solvents or other fl ammable or explosive sub-
stances because the items give off vapors that could
ignite or explode.
Never use highly fl ammable solvents, such as gasoline, •
inside the home. Vapors can explode on contact with
fl ames or sparks.
For Successful Stain Removal:
Treat stains promptly.•
Determine the kind of stain, then follow the recom-•
mended treatment in the stain removal chart on the
next page.
To pretreat stains, use a prewash product, liquid de-•
tergent, or a paste made from powder detergent and
water.
Use cold water on unknown stains as hot water can set •
stains.
Consult care label instructions for treatments to avoid •
on specifi c fabrics.
Check for colorfastness by testing stain remover prod-•
ucts on an inside seam.
Rinse and wash items after stain removal.•
Stain Removal Guide
WARNING
HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD
Do not use or mix liquid chlorine bleach with other
household chemicals such as toilet cleaners, rust
removers, acid or products containing ammonia.
These mixtures can produce dangerous fumes which
can cause serious injury or death.
For best results
Follow the fabric care label instructions
on items to be washed.
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Stain Removal Guide
Stain Removal Suggestions
STAIN TREATMENT
Adhesive tape, chewing
gum, rubber cement
Baby formula, dairy
products, egg
Beverages (coff ee, tea,
soda, juice, alcoholic
beverages)
Blood Rinse with cold water. Rub with bar soap. Or, pretreat or soak with product containing
Candle wax, crayon Scrape off surface wax. Place stain face down between paper towels. Press with warm
Chocolate Pretreat or soak in warm water using product containing enzymes. Wash using bleach
Collar or cuff soil, cos-
metics
Dye transfer on white
fabric
Grass Pretreat or soak in warm water using product containing enzymes. Wash using bleach
Grease, oil, tar (butter, fats, salad dressing,
cooking oils, car grease,
motor oils)
Ink Some inks may be impossible to remove. Washing may set some inks. Use prewash stain
Mildew, scorch Wash with chlorine bleach if safe for fabric. Or, soak in oxygen bleach and hot water
Mud Brush off dry mud. Pretreat or soak with product containing enzymes.
Mustard, tomato Pretreat with prewash stain remover. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Nail polish May be impossible to remove. Place stain face down on paper towels. Apply nail pol-
Paint, varnish WATER BASED: Rinse fabric in cool water while stain is wet. Wash. Once paint is dry, it
Perspiration Use prewash stain remover or rub with bar soap. Rinse. Wash using nonchlorine bleach in
Rust, brown or yellow
discoloration
Shoe polish LIQUID: Pretreat with a paste of powder detergent and water. PASTE: Scrape residue from
Tomato Pretreat with prewash stain remover. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Urine, vomit, mucus, feces Pretreat or soak in product containing enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Wine Pretreat or soak in cold water. Wash in hottest water and bleach safe for fabric
Apply ice. Scrape off excess. Place stain face down on paper towels. Saturate with pre-
wash stain remover or nonfl ammable dry cleaning fl uid.
Use product containing enzymes to pretreat or soak stains. Soak for 30 minutes or more.
Wash.
Pretreat stain. Wash using cold water and bleach safe for fabric.
enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
iron until wax is absorbed. Replace paper towels frequently. Treat remaining stain with
prewash stain remover or nonfl ammable dry cleaning fl uid. Hand wash to remove solvent.
Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
safe for fabric.
Pretreat with prewash stain remover or rub with bar soap.
Use packaged color remover. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
safe for fabric.
Scrape residue from fabric. Pretreat. Wash using hottest water safe for fabric. For heavy
stains and tar, apply nonfl ammable dry cleaning fl uid to back of stain. Replace towels
under stain frequently. Rinse thoroughly. Wash using hottest water safe for fabric.
remover, denatured alcohol or nonfl ammable dry cleaning fl uid.
before washing. Badly mildewed fabrics may be permanently damaged.
ish remover to back of stain. Repeat, replacing paper towels frequently. Do not use on
acetate fabrics.
cannot be removed. OIL BASED AND VARNISH: Use solvent recommended on can label.
Rinse thoroughly before washing.
hottest water safe for fabric.
Use rust remover safe for fabric. Do not use chlorine bleach because it may intensify
discoloration.
fabric. Pretreat with prewash stain remover or nonfl ammable dry cleaning fl uid. Rinse.
Rub detergent into dampened area. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
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