Kenmore 417-6171 Series, 417-7171 Series, 417-6172 Series, 417-7172 Series Use & Care Manual
Use & Care Guide
®
Guía de Uso y Cuidado
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
English / Español / Français
Models/ Modelos / Modèles: 417-6171*, 417-7171*, 417-6172*, 417-7172*
®
Kenmore
Laundry Center
Centro de Lavanderia
Combinaison laveuse/sécheuse
* = Color number, número de color, le numéro de couleur
P/N A03355101A (1501)
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
Important Safety InstructionsRecord Model/Serial Numbers
The model and serial numbers of your laundry center are
found on the serial plate located on the inside of the dryer
door. Record and retain these numbers.
Model Number ____________________
Serial Number ____________________
Purchase Date ____________________
WARNING
For your safety the following information in
this manual must be followed to minimize the
risk of fi re or explosion or to prevent property
damage, personal injury or death.
Do not store or use gasoline or other
fl ammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not
use any phone in your building.
• Clear the room, building or area of all
occupants.
This
Use and Care Guide
instructions for your laundry center. It also contains
information about features for several other models. Your
laundry center may not have every feature included.
The instructions appearing in this
not 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 the dryer only as instructed in this
Care Guide
.
provides general operating
Use and Care Guide
Use &
are
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.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from
a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas
supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call
the fi re department.
Installation and service must be performed
by a qualifi ed installer, service agency or
the gas supplier.
Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions ............................................2-5
Warranty / Protection Agreement .......................................6
Washer Operating Instructions ....................................... 7-14
Dryer Operating Instructions ..........................................15-18
Care and Cleaning ......................................................... 19-20
Avoid Service Checklist.................................................. 21-22
Notes ......................................................................................23
Español .................................................................................. 24
Français ................................................................................. 46
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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Grounding type
10-30R
3-wire
240 v Electric Dryer
120 v Gas Dryer
14-30R
4-wire
(fused 30 amp)
(fused 30 amp)
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3-prong grgr
ounded plug
Do not,
under
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UL-approved service
cord must be installed
on electric dryers (not
provided with unit
except those
manufactured for sale
in Canada).
e
ounding pr
ong.
Important Safety Instructions
240 v Electric Dryer
10-30R
3-wire
(fused 30 amp)
14-30R
4-wire
(fused 30 amp)
Avoid fi 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, fi re or death.
WARNING - RISK OF FIRE
To reduce the risk of fi re, electrical shock, or injury to persons when using this dryer, 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 or dry 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
laundry center. 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 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 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.
• Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer.
Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a
chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fi re.
• Do not dry articles containing rubber, plastic or similar
materials such as bras, galoshes, bath mats, rugs, bibs,
baby pants, plastic bags and pillows that may melt or burn.
Some rubber materials, when heated, can under certain
circumstances produce fi re by spontaneous combustion.
UL-approved service
cord must be installed
on electric dryers (not
provided with unit
except those
manufactured for sale
in Canada).
120 v Gas Dryer
Grounding type
wawall receptacl
Do not,
under
anany cir
cumstances,
cut,
remo
or b
ypass th
PoPower cord with
3-prong
ounded plug
grgrounding pr
ong.
WARNING
FIRE HAZARD
A clothes dryer produces combustible lint. The dryer must
be connected to an outdoors exhaust. Regularly inspect the
outdoor exhaust opening and remove any accumulation of
lint around the opening and in the surrounding area.
• Clean the lint screen before or after each load. The
interior of the dryer, lint screen housing and exhaust duct
should be cleaned approximately every 18 months by
qualifi ed service personnel. An excessive amount of lint
build-up in these areas could result in ineffi cient drying
and possible fi re. See Care and Cleaning.
• Do not operate the dryer if the lint screen is blocked,
damaged or missing. Fire hazard, overheating and damage to fabrics can occur.
• Do not obstruct the fl ow of ventilating air. Do not stack
or place laundry or throw rugs against the front or back
of the dryer.
• Do not spray any type of aerosol into, on or near dryer
at any time.
• Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate
static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the
fabric softener or product.
• Do not continue to use the laundry center if you hear
squeaking, grinding, rubbing or other unusual noises. This
could be a sign of mechanical breakdown and lead to
fi re or serious injury. Contact a qualifi ed technician im-
mediately.
• Failure to comply with these warnings could result in fi re,
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explosion, serious bodily injury and/or damage to the
rubber or plastic parts of the laundry center.
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.
PROTECT CHILDREN
• Do not allow children to play on or in the laundry center.
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 laundry center 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 laundry center is removed from service or
discarded, remove the washer lid to prevent accidental
entrapment.
• Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.
PREVENT INJURY
• To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during
operation, the laundry center 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
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
to
for detailed grounding procedures. If the laundry center is moved to a new
location, have it checked and reinstalled by a qualifi ed
service person.
• To prevent personal injury or damage to the laundry
center, the electrical power cord of a gas dryer must
be plugged into a properly grounded and polarized
3-prong outlet. The third grounding prong must never be
removed. Never ground the dryer to a gas pipe. Do not
use an extension cord or an adaptor plug.
WARNING
FIRE/ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Avoid fi 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, fi re or death.
Grounding type
wawall receptacl
Do not,
under
anany cir
cumstances,
cut,
remo
or b
ypass th
grgrounding pr
PoPower cord with
3-prong
ounded plug
• ALWAYS disconnect the laundry center from the electrical supply before attempting any service or cleaning.
Failure to do so can result in electrical shock or injury.
• Do not use any type spray cleanser when cleaning dryer
interior. Hazardous fumes or electrical shock could occur.
• To prevent injury, do not reach into the laundry center
while parts are moving. Before loading, unloading or
adding items, push in the cycle selector knob to stop the
cycle. Allow the wash tub or dryer drum to coast to a
complete stop before reaching inside.
ong.
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Important Safety Instructions
• 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.
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.
PREVENT INJURY AND DAMAGE TO THE APPLIANCE
To prevent serious personal injury and damage to the
laundry center:
• All repairs and servicing must be performed by an authorized 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 laundry center where it will
be exposed to the weather. Do not operate the laundry
center in below freezing temperatures.
• Do not install on carpet. Install laundry center on a solid
fl oor. It may be necessary to reinforce the fl oor to pre-
vent vibration or movement.
• Do not sit on, step on or stand on the laundry center. Do
not rest heavy loads on top. The laundry center 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 off
at the console does not disconnect this appliance from
the power supply.
• This laundry center is equipped with an electrical overload protector. The washer motor will stop if it becomes
overheated.
• A thermal limiter switch automatically turns off the dryer
motor in the unlikely event of an overheated situation. A
service technician must replace the thermal limiter switch
after correcting the fault.
• Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.
CAUTION
The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of
substances known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn
customer of potential exposure to such substances. Included in this list are soot and carbon monoxide, both of which
may be produced by the use of this product.
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Master Protection Agreements
Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new
Kenmore® product is designed and manufactured for
years 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:
• Parts and labor not just for repairing defects, but to
help keep products operating properly under normal
use. 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’t
be fi xed.
• Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your
request – no extra charge.
• Fast help by phone – we call it Rapid Resolution –
phone sup-port 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.
• 25% discount off the regular price of any non-
covered repair service and related installed parts.
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.
Sears Installation Service
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-MYHOME®.
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 fi 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
modifi cations 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
certifi cation 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 fi 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 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 or Canada*.
This warranty gives you specifi c 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 defi ned by Sears
Canada Inc.) where an authorized servicer is not available.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoff man Estates, IL 60179
Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2C3
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This manual covers many models and not all cycles, options, or features listed are available on every model. Consoles shown
above for reference only. Your model may diff er.
Washing Cycle Selection
Turn the cycle selector in either direction to the cycle desired.
For best results
Follow the fabric care label
instructions on items to be
washed.
To change the cycle after it has begun, push in or turn the
cycle selector knob to pause the current running cycle. Make
the new selection and push in the cycle selector knob again
to start the new cycle.
Normal
Use this load for light to normally soiled cottons, linens,
towels, shirts, denims and mixed loads.
Washer Operating Instructions
Towels (on select models only)
Select this cycle for a full load of towels and/or bath
mats. Select a higher spin speed to reduce drying time.
Bedding
This cycle is designed for large items such as blankets,
sheets, mattress pads, duvet covers and similar items.
Express Wash (on select models only)
Quickly wash a small, lightly soiled load in 25 minutes.
NOTE
Washers connected to water supplies with lower inlet
pressure will experience longer fi lling times and may not
complete cycle as quickly.
NOTE
MAXIMIZE ENERGY
Perform this cycle with Fabric Softener option Off (if
available), Energy Saver option selected (if available),
and Rinse Level in the Auto position (if available).
Whites (on select models only)
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.
Heavy Duty
Use this cycle for heavily soiled, durable garments - ex.
towels, sports gear, or fabric tote bags. For best soil and
stain removal, use the hottest water safe for the fabrics
being washed.
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.
Presoak
Use this cycle to soak heavily soiled and stained items
before washing. Any temperature may be selected, but
cold water is recommended with this cycle as warmer
water may set some stains. Use the amount of detergent
recommended for a normal wash cycle. If desired, use
a bleach or a soaking agent safe for the fabric. The
washer will continue on with a soil-loosening wash cycle
immediately after the soak phase.
Casual
Use this cycle for poly blends with a permanent press or
no-iron fi nish.
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Washer Operating Instructions
Washing Cycle Settings
Wash/Rinse Temperature
Turn the Temp knob until the desired wash water tempera-
ture is selected. Select a wash water temperature according to fi ber content, colorfastness and soil level. To protect
your fabrics, the temperature range of cold to hot settings
may be diff erent depending on cycle selected.
For best results
Follow the fabric care label instructions
on items to be washed.
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
Use this setting for heavily soiled colorfast fabrics such
as towels, bedding, and children’s clothing.
Warm
Use this setting for normally soiled white or colorfast cottons and blends.
Cool (on select models)
Use this setting for normally soiled sheets, casual items
and washable woolens.
Rinse Level (on select models)
Turn the Rinse Level knob to choose the amount of water
used during the rinse portion of the cycle. To maximize the
effi ciency of the cycle use the Auto setting.
Medium and High settings are recommended for heavily
soiled loads to remove excess dirt and detergent or if
household members have sensitive skin.
Fabric Softener (on select models)
If you wish to use fabric softener on your load, be sure
the fabric softener switch is turned to ‘On’. See Care and
Cleaning for dispenser cleaning procedures.
NOTE
Use of the Fabric Softener option consumes more water
and will aff ect total water effi ciency of the cycle.
Energy Saver (on select models)
The Energy Saver option reduces water temperature a few
degrees to save energy, lowers water usage slightly and
also extracts more water to reduce drying time.
Cold
Some warm water will automatically blend with cold tap
supply to achieve a precise Auto Temp Cold. Use this setting for lightly soiled non-colorfast items, knits, delicates,
and hand washables.
Tap Cold (on select models)
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
detergents.
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