Kenmore 41771733810, 41771732810, 41761733810, 41761732810 Owner’s Manual
Use & Care Guide
Manual de Uso y Cuidado
English / Español
Models/Modelos: 417.6173*, 417.7173*
Kenmore
®
Laundry Center
Centro de lavado
* = Color number, número de color
P/N A13414901 (1805)
Sears Brands Management Corporation
Homan Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.kenmore.com
www.sears.com
Record Model/Serial Numbers
This
Use & Care Guide
operating instructions for this laundry
center. It also contains information about
features for several other models. Models
vary and may not have every feature
included in this document.
Use the laundry center only as instructed
in this
Use & Care Guide
The model and serial numbers of the
washer are found on the serial plate
located inside the dryer door opening.
Record and retain these numbers.
Model Number ____________________
Serial Number _____________________
Purchase Date _____________________
Child Safety
Destroy or recycle the carton, plastic
bags, and any exterior wrapping material
immediately after the laundry center is
unpacked. Children should never use these
items to play. Cartons covered with rugs,
bedspreads, plastic sheets or stretch wrap
may become airtight chambers, and can
quickly cause suocation.
Proper Disposal Laundry Center
Risk of Child Entrapment
Child entrapment and suocation are
not problems of the past. Junked or
abandoned washers/dryers are still
dangerous – even if they will sit for “just
a few days”. If you are getting rid of
your old washer/dryer, please follow the
Protect Children
instructions to help prevent accidents.
provides general
.
section of the safety
Important Safety Instructions
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 the user of potential personal
injury hazards. Obey all safety messages
that follow this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.
DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently
hazard -ous 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
Indicates installation, operation, or
maintenance information which is
important but not hazard-related.
Table of Contents
Record Model/Serial Numbers ................ 2
Important Safety Instructions ............... 2-6
Warranty Information ............................ 7
Washer Operating Instructions ........... 8-10
Washer Controls and Settings ........... 10-13
Stain Removal ................................ 13-15
Common Washing Problems ............. 16-17
Dryer Operating Instructions ............ 18-19
Dryer Controls and Settings ............. 19-21
Common Drying Problems .................... 22
Care and Cleaning .......................... 23-24
Before Calling ................................ 25-27
This book contains valuable information
about the operation, care and service of
this appliance. Keep it in a safe place.
WARNING
Please read all instructions before using
this laundry center.
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Important Safety Instructions
WARNING
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
Failure to follow safety warning exactly could
result in serious injury, death, or property
damage.
DO NOT store or use gasoline or other
ammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
WHAT TO DO IF THE SMELL OF GAS IS PRESENT:
• DO NOT try to light any appliance.
• DO NOT touch any electrical switch.
• DO NOT use phone.
• Clear the room, building, or area of all
occupants.
• Immediately call the gas supplier from a
neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s
instructions.
• If the gas supplier cannot be reached, call the
re department.
Installation and service must be performed by
a qualied installer, service agency, or the gas
supplier.
NOTE
The instructions appearing in this
possible condition and situation that may occur. Common sense and caution must be
practiced when installing, operating and maintaining any appliance.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Use & Care Guide
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are not meant to cover every
Important Safety Instructions
WARNING - RISK OF FIRE
To reduce the risk of re, electrical
shock, or injury to persons when using
this laundry center, comply with the
basic warnings listed below. Failure
to comply with these Important Safety
Instructions and warnings could result
in serious personal injuries or death.
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 o
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 o vapors that
could ignite the materials.
• DO NOT add gasoline, cleaning sol-
vents, 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, turn on all hot
water faucets and let the water ow
from each for several minutes BEFORE
using the washer. 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.
• DO NOT place items exposed to cook-
ing oils in the dryer. Items contaminated
with cooking oils may contribute to a
chemical reaction that could cause a
load to catch re. To reduce the risk of
re due to contaminated loads, the nal
part of a tumble dryer cycle occurs
without heat (cool down period). Avoid
stopping a tumble dryer before the end
of the drying cycle unless all items are
quickly removed and spread out so that
the heat is dissipated.
• 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 re by spontaneous combustion.
• Clean lint lter before or after each load.
The interior of dryer, lint lter housing,
and exhaust duct should be cleaned ap-
proximately every 18 months by qualied
service personnel. An excessive amount
of lint build-up in these areas could result
in inecient drying and possible re.
Care and Cleaning
• DO NOT operate the dryer if the lint
lter is blocked, damaged or missing.
Fire hazard, overheating, and damage
to fabrics can occur.
.
See
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.
• DO NOT obstruct the 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 laundry center
if squeaking, grinding, rubbing or other
unusual noises are heard. This could be a
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Important Safety Instructions
sign of mechanical breakdown and lead
to re or serious injury. Contact a qualied technician immediately.
• Failure to comply with these warnings
could result in re, explosion, serious
bodily injury, and/or damage to rubber
or plastic parts of the laundry center.
Protect Children
• DO NOT allow children to play on or in
the laundry center. Close supervision of
children is necessary when the laundry
center 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 and dryer doors 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 qualied service person
in accordance with local codes. Instal-
lation instructions are packed in the
washer for installer’s reference. Refer
to
Installation Instructions
grounding procedures. If the laundry
center is moved to a new location, have
it checked and reinstalled by a quali-
ed service person.
• To prevent personal injury or damage
to 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.
• 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.
for detailed
WARNING
FIRE/ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
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.
10-30R
3-wire
(fused 30 amp)
14-30R
4-wire
(fused 30 amp)
240 v Electric Dryer
UL-approved service
cord must be installed
on electric dryers (not
provided with unit
except those
manufactured for sale
in Canada).
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Grounding
type wall
receptacle
Power cord
with 3-prong
grounded plug
120 v Gas Dryer
Do not, under
any circumstances,
cut, remove,
or bypass the
grounding prong.
Important Safety Instructions
• 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.
• 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 specied 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.
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.
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 service agent
unless specically recommended in this
Use & Care Guide
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 oor. It may
be necessary to reinforce the oor to
prevent 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 o 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 o 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 property damage or serious personal injuries.
. Use only authorized
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Warranty Information
KENMORE LIMITED WARRANTY
WITH PROOF OF SALE the following warranty coverage applies when this appliance is correctly
installed, operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions.
One Year on Appliance
FOR ONE YEAR from the date of sale this appliance is warranted against defects in material or
workmanship. A defective appliance will receive free repair or replacement at option of seller.
Lifetime on Washer Drive Motor
FOR AS LONG AS IT IS USED from the date of sale, a free replacement will be supplied for a
defective washer drive motor. If the defect appears within the rst year, a new motor will be installed
at no charge. If the defect appears after the rst year, a new motor will be supplied but not installed
at no charge. This Lifetime warranty covers only the washer drive motor, and does not apply to any
other related component or mechanism. You are responsible for the labor cost of motor installation
after the rst year from the date of sale.
Lifetime on Dryer Drum and Baes
FOR AS LONG AS IT IS USED from the date of sale, a free replacement will be supplied for a
defective dryer drum, including baes. If the defect appears within the rst year, a new drum or
baes will be installed at no charge. If the defect appears after the rst year, a new drum or baes
will be supplied but not installed at no charge. This Lifetime warranty covers only the dryer drum and
baes, and does not apply to any other related component or mechanism. You are responsible for
the labor cost of drum or bae installation after the rst year from the date of sale.
For warranty coverage details to obtain free repair or replacement, visit the web page: www.
kenmore.com/warranty
All warranty coverage applies for only 90 DAYS from the sale date 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 on the appliance and for as long as used on the
washer drive motor and dryer drum and baes, 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.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Homan Estates, IL 60179
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Washer Operating Instructions
WARNING
To reduce the risk of re, electric
shock or injury to persons, read these
Important Safety Instructions in this
Use & Care Guide
washer.
before operating this
CAUTION
To avoid serious personal injury, DO
NOT operate washer if safety lid lock
is missing, damaged or operating
improperly.
WARNING
DO NOT wash water-resistant and
water-repellent type clothing or other
materials. Failure to closely follow
these instructions may result in abnormal vibrating and out-of-balance
conditions that could result in physical
injury, property damage, and/or appliance damage.
Safety Lid Lock
Steps Tips Important
1. Sort
laundry
into loads
that can
be washed
together.
2. Prepare
items for
washing.
3. Pretreat
stains and
heavy soil.
• Sort by recommended cycle and
water temperature.
• Separate 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.
• Empty pockets.
• Brush o lint and dirt. Shake out
rugs and beach towels.
• Close zippers, fasten hooks,
button buttons, and tie strings/
sashes. Remove non-washable trims
and ornaments.
• Place delicate and small items such
as bras and hosiery in a mesh bag
(not included).
• See
Stain Removal Guide
guide for safe, successful stain removal instructions.
in this
• DO NOT machine wash
items containing berglass.
Small particles of berglass
left in drum may transfer to
fabrics in other loads and
cause skin irritation and/or
damage to fabrics.
• DO NOT wash water-resistant and water-repellent type
clothing or other materials
• Mend rips and tears to
prevent further damage
during washing.
• Turn knit items inside out to
prevent pilling.
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Washer Operating Instructions
Steps Tips Important
4. Add liquid
detergent
or powder
detergent
to wash
tub before
adding
load.
5. Add
other wash
products to
wash tub
(if desired).
6. Add bleach
(if desired)
before
adding
load.
• Detergent packs can also be used
but may not fully dissolve in some
cycles.
• The amount of detergent required
depends on the type of detergent,
load size, and water hardness.
• Water conditioners, detergent
boosters, and enzyme products
may be added with detergent.
• If using liquid bleach, add to
bleach dispenser located in left
front corner under lid. Then add
1 cup (240 ml) water to ush
dispenser.
• If using powdered bleach, add di-
rectly to the empty tub.
• Follow manufacturer’s instructions for recommended
amount of detergent.
• Use a low-sudsing,
high-eciency detergent
to prevent oversudsing.
• Look for the high-eciency
symbol on the detergent
label.
• See product manufacturer’s
instructions.
• Follow manufacturer’s instructions for recommended
amount of bleach.
• DO NOT use powdered
bleach in bleach dispenser.
7. Add laundry load to
wash tub.
8. Add liquid
fabric softener to the
nal rinse
(if desired).
• Add items one at a time, each
tightly bunched into its own “ball”
to allow benecial item interaction.
Avoid loading items in a at, laid-
out fashion.
• For best washing performance, dry
load level should not be higher
than the upper row of holes in the
wash tub.
• Combine large and small items in a
load. Load small items rst. Large
items should not be more than half
the total wash load.
• When washing a single heavy item,
add 1 or 2 towels to balance the
load.
• Add diluted fabric softener to
the nal rinse following fabric softener manufacturer’s
instructions.
• A fabric softener dispensing ball
can also be used.
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• DO NOT overload the
washer.
• To prevent staining, DO NOT
pour liquid fabric softener
directly on to wash load.
• Use of multi-product (detergent plus softener) sheets or
color-absorbing sheets NOT
recommended. They could
damage or disable the machine.
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