Kenmore 41741942711, 41741942710 Owner’s Manual
®
Use & Care Guide
Guía de Uso y Cuidado
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
English / Español / Français
Models/ Modelos / Modèles: 417.4194*
For best results, a lower-sudsing, HE High Eciency
Detergent made for front loading washers must
be used.
Para obtener mejores resultados, una baja espuma,
H.E. Alta eciencia de detergentes para lavadoras de
carga hizo frente debe ser utilizado.
Pour de meilleurs résultats, et un bas niveau de
mousse, un détergent haute-ecacité HE conçu pour
les laveuses à chargement frontal doit être utilisé.
Kenmore
®
Compact Washer
Lavadora Compacto
Laveuse Compact
* = Color number, número de color, le numéro de couleur
P/N 157012181 (1710)
Sears Brands Management Corporation
Homan Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.kenmore.com
Sears Canada Inc.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2C3
www.sears.ca
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
Please read all instructions before using this appliance.
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:
Denitions
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.
Record Model/Serial Numbers
The model and serial numbers of your washer are found on the
serial plate located inside the door opening. Record and retain
these numbers.
Model Number __________________________
Serial Number ___________________________
Purchase Date ___________________________
Read all instructions before using this appliance. This book
contains valuable information about:
• Operation
• Care
• Service
Keep it in a safe place.
This
Use & Care Guide
tions for your washer. It also contains information about
features for several other models. Your washer may not have
every feature included.
Use the washer only as instructed in this
provides general operating instruc-
Use & Care Guide
NOTE
The instructions appearing in this
meant to cover every possible condition and situation that
may occur. Common sense and caution must be practiced
when installing, operating and maintaining any appliance.
Use & Care Guide
are not
.
Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions ................................................. 2-3
Warranty ......................................................................................5
Features
......................................................................................... 6
Operating Instructions
Stain Removal Guide
Care and Cleaning
Solutions to Common Problems
............................................................7-16
...........................................................17-18
...............................................................19-23
........................................ 24-27
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
To reduce the risk of 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 o 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 o vapors that could ignite
the materials.
• Do not add gasoline, cleaning solvents, or other ammable or explosive substances to the wash water. These
substances give o 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
the washer, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water
ow from each for several minutes. This will release any
accumulated hydrogen gas. Hydrogen gas is ammable;
do not smoke or use an open ame during this time.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other ammable vapors or
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
• Failure to comply with these warnings could result in re,
explosion, serious bodily injury and/or damage to the
rubber or plastic parts of the washer.
• Do not continue to use the washer if you hear squeaking,
grinding, rubbing or other unusual noises. This could be a
sign of mechanical breakdown and lead to re or serious
injury. Contact a qualied technician immediately.
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 materials 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 serious personal injuries.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PREVENT INJURY
• To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during
operation, the washer must be installed and electrically
grounded by a qualied service person in accordance
with local codes. Installation instructions are packed in the
washer for installer’s reference. Refer to
INSTRUCTIONS
washer is moved to a new location, have it checked and
reinstalled by a qualied service person.
• To prevent personal injury or damage to the washer, the
electrical power cord 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.
• 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 same load
unless specied on the label.
• Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such
as vinegar.
for detailed grounding procedures. If the
INSTALLATION
WARNING
Avoid re hazard or electrical shock. Do not use an
adaptor plug or extension cord or remove grounding
prong from electrical power cord. Failure to follow this
warning can cause serious injury, re or death.
FIRE/ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Grounding type
wall receptacle
Do not, under
any circumstances,
cut, remove,
or bypass the
grounding prong.
PREVENT INJURY AND DAMAGE TO THE APPLIANCE
To prevent serious personal injury and damage to the
washer:
• All repairs and servicing must be performed by an autho-
rized servicer unless specically recommended in this
& Care Guide
• Do not tamper with controls.
• Do not install or store the washer where it will be exposed
to the weather.
• Do not install on carpet. Install washer on a solid oor. It
may be necessary to reinforce the oor to prevent vibration or movement.
• Do not sit on, step on or stand on the washer. Do not rest
heavy loads on top. The washer is not meant to support
weight.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect this appliance from the power supply before attempting any user
maintenance. Canceling a cycle or turning the power o
at the console 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,
press POWER button to stop the cycle. Allow the wash tub
to coast to a complete stop before reaching inside.
• This washer is equipped with an electrical overload
protector. The washer motor will stop if it becomes
overheated.
• Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.
. Use only authorized factory parts.
Use
WARNING
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.
HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD
Power cord with
3-prong grounded plug
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KENMORE LIMITED WARRANTY
FOR ONE YEAR from the date of sale this appliance is warranted
against defects in material or workmanship when it is correctly
installed, operated and maintained according to all supplied
instructions.
WITH PROOF OF SALE, a defective appliance will receive free
repair or replacement at option of seller.
For warranty coverage details to obtain free repair or replacement, visit the web page: www.kenmore.com/warranty
This warranty applies for only 90 DAYS from the sale date in the
United States, and is void in Canada, if this appliance is ever used
for other than private household purposes.
This warranty covers ONLY defects in material and workmanship, and will NOT pay for:
1. Expendable items that can wear out from normal use,
including but not limited to lters, belts, bags or screw-in
base light bulbs.
2. A service technician to clean or maintain this appliance, or
to instruct the user in correct appliance installation, operation
and maintenance.
3. Service calls to correct appliance installation not performed
by Sears authorized service agents, or to repair problems
with house fuses, circuit breakers, house wiring, and plumbing
or gas supply systems resulting from such installation.
4. Damage to or failure of this appliance resulting from
installation not performed by Sears authorized service
agents, including installation that was not in accord with
electrical, gas or plumbing codes.
5. Damage to or failure of this appliance, including
discoloration or surface rust, if it is not correctly operated
and maintained according to all supplied instructions.
6. Damage to or failure of this appliance, including
discoloration or surface rust, resulting from accident,
alteration, abuse, misuse or use for other than its intended
purpose.
7. Damage to or failure of this appliance, including
discoloration or surface rust, caused by the use of detergents,
cleaners, chemicals or utensils other than those recommended
in all instructions supplied with the product.
8. Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from
unauthorized modications made to this appliance.
9. Service to an appliance if the model and serial plate is
missing, altered, or cannot easily be determined to have the
appropriate certication logo.
Disclaimer of implied warranties; limitation of remedies
Customer’s sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty
shall be product repair or replacement as provided herein. Implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability or tness
for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest
period allowed by law. Seller 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 limitation on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or tness, so these exclusions or limitations may not apply
to you.
This warranty applies only while this appliance is used in the
United States or Canada*.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state.
* In-home repair service is not available in all Canadian geographical areas, nor will this warranty cover user or servicer travel
and transportation expenses if this product is located in a remote
area (as dened by Sears Canada Inc.) where an authorized
servicer is not available.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Homan Estates, IL
Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2C3
60179
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Features
Laundry Product
Dispenser Drawer
Door Striker
LED Display
Control Lock
Door Latch with
Safety Lock
Inner glass with small article
redistribution ramp
Stainless Steel
Wash Drum
As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Sears Brands
Management Corporation has determined
that this product meets the ENERGY STAR®
guidelines for energy eciency.
Pump Filter
Cleanout
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Adjustable
Leveling Legs
Cascading
Wash Vanes
Operating Instructions
Steam
Cycles
max
med
2 41 3 5 6
POWER Button
1
Cycle Selection
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 dier.
Favorites Button
3
Cycle Options / Cycle Status Display
4
Cycle Selection
Press the POWER button to turn on the unit. Press the icon
for the cycle desired and the indicator for that cycle will
be illuminated. To power the unit o, press and hold the
POWER button until the unit shuts down.
To change the cycle once the cycle has begun, press and
hold the POWER button to cancel the current cycle, press
the POWER button to turn on unit again, select a new cycle,
and press START again. Just pressing another cycle icon will
not change the cycle.
For best results
Follow the fabric care label
instructions on items to be washed.
Normal
Use this load for cotton, linen, towels, shirts, sheets, denims
and mixed loads.
Sanitize
Use the Sanitize cycle to clean and sanitize heavily soiled,
colorfast fabrics including towels, bedding, and children’s
clothing.
It is recommended that you set your water heater to 120°
F (49° C) to ensure proper performance during this cycle.
If the setting is lower or the load is extra large, the cycle
time will be extended by 30 minutes or more.
The 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
Only sanitizing cycles have been designed to meet the
requirements of NSF P172 protocol for sanitization ecacy.
warm
extra he avy
heavy
medium
light
extra li ght
5
6
Soil Level Button
START/PAUSE Button
hot
sanitize
eco cold
cold
high
low
no spin
In the Sanitize cycle the wash water is heated by an
internal boost heater as the load tumbles. 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
nal temperature of the wash water may be lower and
sanitization may be reduced.
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.
Casual
Use this cycle for cottons and blends with a permanent
press or no-iron nish.
Delicates
Use this cycle for lightly soiled knits and delicates which
require gentle washing.
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.
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.
NSF Protocol P172
Sanitization Performance of Residential
and Commercial, Family-Sized Clothes
Washers
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Operating Instructions
Steam Cycle Selection Specialty Cycle Selection
To scroll through the steam cycles, continue to press the
Steam Cycles icon. The selected cycle will be shown in the
text display.
NOTE
• Steam may not necessarily be visible inside drum during
the steam cycles.
• Steam may not be present during entire cycle.
IMPORTANT
If washer is paused during the steam portion of a
steam cycle, the door will remain locked due to higher
temperature in drum. DO NOT force open - it will unlock
upon cooling.
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 Refresh is not a washing cycle. It is intended for
clean, dry clothes. Take care not to load items with stains.
Normal with Steam
Steam cycle for cotton, linen, towels, shirts, sheets, denims
and mixed loads.
Casual with Steam
Steam cycle for cycle for cottons and blends with a
permanent press or no-iron nish.
To scroll through the specialty cycles, continue to press the
Specialty Cycles icon. The selected cycle will be shown in
the text display.
Fast Wash
Quickly wash a small, lightly soiled load in 22 minutes.
Whites
Use this cycle for white fabrics and lightly colored clothing.
Refer to fabric care label for use of liquid chlorine bleach.
Hot water is recommended to ensure optimal bleach
activation. For peak rinsing performance and to avoid
chlorine residues on your laundry add fresh rinse to this cycle.
Wool
Designed for a small load of machine-washable woolen
items, the wool cycle uses gentle washing action along
with cold rinses to eliminate shrinking and damage to
wool. You may use an wool detergent approved for
front load washers.
NOTE
Washing wool garments labeled “Dry Clean Only” or
using chlorine bleach can result in permanent damage.
Jeans
Select this specialty cycle for washing an entire load of
lightly to normally soiled denim jeans or similarly-colored
cotton khakis.
Clean Washer
To clean and freshen the washer, perform the clean
washer cycle. This maintenance cycle uses hot water and
two cold rinses to remove residue that may cause odor.
See “Inside Routine Cleaning (Preventive)” for detailed
information about the clean washer cycle.
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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 be displayed for each cycle. The settings can
be changed before the cycle is started. Make modications
according to ber content, colorfastness and soil level. If
changes are attempted after the cycle starts a signal will
beep and “
Not possible
” will be displayed.
NOTE
To change settings after the cycle starts, press PAUSE,
adjust the setting and press START to resume the cycle.
Wash Water Temperature
To change the preset temperature, press the Wash Temp
icon to scroll to the desired setting. 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.
Wash water temperatures are automatically regulated to
maximize detergent eectiveness and improve 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 aect water temperature.
Sanitize
This setting sanitizes heavily soiled colorfast fabrics such
as towels, bedding, and children’s clothing by killing
99.9% of bacteria using wash water heated with a boost
heater. Cold water is used to cool and rinse the load.
NOTE
Only sanitizing cycles have been designed to meet the
requirements of NSF P172 protocol for sanitization ecacy.
NSF Protocol P172
Sanitization Performance of Residential
and Commercial, Family-Sized Clothes
Washers
Hot
Use this setting for heavily soiled white or colorfast
cottons and blends.
Warm
Use this setting for normally soiled white or colorfast
cottons or blends.
Cold
Some warm water will automatically blend with cold
Operating Instructions
tap supply to achieve a precise cold temperature. Use
this setting for lightly soiled non-colorfast items, knits,
delicates, and hand washables.
Eco Cold
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. For use
with cold water detergents.
Spin Speed
Max, High, Medium and Low spin speeds are available for
each cycle. The spin speed and/or duration of 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 all intermediate spinning phases and
the 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.
Soil Level
Adjust the wash time based on the soil level of each load.
Extra Heavy, Heavy, Medium, Light, and Extra Light soil
levels are available.
Cycle Options
To add options, press the corresponding option’s icon to
illuminate the selection desired. To delete options, press the
option’s icon again and the indicator light will turn o. 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 conict with each other, like No Spin (or Low Spin) and
Save Energy. When this happens, the Save Energy option
will override any incompatible selections.
NOTE
To change the options once the cycle has begun, press
the PAUSE button, make the new selection and press
START again.
Prewash
Select this option to add a short initial wash period to a
cycle. Heavily soiled and stained loads will prewash for
approximately 15-20 minutes. The water will drain and the
load will automatically advance to the regular wash cycle.
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.
Save Energy
The Save Energy option reduces the amount of hot water us-
age and total cycle duration to to save energy. See Washer
Settings Chart for compatible cycles.
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