Kenmore 6012, 7012, C60122, 60222, 70222 Use & Care Guide
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Use & Care Guide
Manual de uso y cuidado
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
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Table of Contents......2 / Índice......14 / Table des matières......26
Models/Modelos/Modèles: 6012, 7012, C60122, 60222, 70222, C60222, C60242, 62332, 72332, C62332
Kenmore®
Electric or Gas Dryer
Secadora eléctrica o a gas
Sécheuse électrique ou à gaz
P/N W10738930B
Sears Brands Management Corporation
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.kenmore.com
www.sears.com
Sears Canada Inc.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2C3
www.sears.ca
TABLE OF CONTENTS
DRYER SAFETY ........................................................................... 2
CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM FOR GOOD AIR FLOW .....4
USE AUTO DRY CYCLES FOR BETTER FABRIC CARE
AND ENERGY SAVINGS .......................................................... 4
CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES ........................................ 5
CYCLE GUIDE ............................................................................. 6
DRYER SAFETY
USING YOUR DRYER ................................................................ 7
DRYER CARE ............................................................................... 9
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................11
PROTECTION AGREEMENTS .................................................13
WARRANTY ............................................................................... 13
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE .....................................................40
IMPORTANT: When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer, remove the door.
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CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM FOR GOOD AIR FLOW
Good Air Flow
Along with heat, dryers require good air ow to eciently
dry laundry. Proper venting will reduce your drying times
and improve your energy savings. See Installation
Instructions.
The venting system attached to the dryer plays a big role
in good air ow.
Service calls caused by improper venting are not covered
by the warranty and will be paid by the customer, regardless
of who installed the dryer.
Maintain good air ow by:
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Cleaning your lint screen before each load.
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Replacing plastic or foil vent material with 4" (102 mm)
diameter heavy, rigid vent material.
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Using the shortest length of vent possible.
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Using no more than four 90° elbows in a vent system;
each bend and curve reduces air ow.
Good Better
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Removing lint and debris from the exhaust hood.
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Removing lint from the entire length of the vent system
at least every 2 years. When cleaning is complete,
be sure to follow the Installation Instructions supplied
with your dryer for nal product check.
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Clearing away items from the front of the dryer.
USE AUTO DRY CYCLES FOR
BETTER FABRIC CARE AND ENERGY SAVINGS
Use the Auto Dry cycles to provide the most energy savings and enhanced fabric care from the dryer. During Auto Dry cycles,
drying air temperature and moisture level are sensed in the load. This sensing occurs throughout the drying cycle and the dryer
shuts o when the load reaches the selected dryness. Choose Normal cycle to save energy.
With Timed Dry cycle, the dryer runs the amount of time set and sometimes results in shrinkage, wrinkling, and static due to
overdrying. Use Timed Dry cycle for the occasional damp load that needs a little more drying time or when using the drying rack.
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CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES
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Not all features and options are available on all models.
DRYER CYCLE KNOB
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Turn the knob to select a cycle for your laundry load.
See “Cycle Guide” for detailed descriptions of cycles.
Timed Dry
Will run the dryer for the specied time on the control.
On models with a selectable temperature knob, you may
choose a setting based on the fabrics in your load. Drying
time and temperature will depend on your dryer model.
Auto Dry
Auto Dry cycles give the best drying in the shortest time.
Drying time will vary based on fabric type, load size, and
dryness setting.
Air Only
Use the Air Only setting to dry foam, rubber, plastic,
or heat-sensitive fabrics.
Wrinkle Guard™ function (on some models)
When you are unable to remove a load of clothes
from the dryer as soon as it stops, wrinkles can form.
The Wrinkle Guard™ function periodically tumbles,
rearranges, and us the load without heat to help
keep wrinkles from forming, for up to 40 minutes
at the end of a cycle.
Appearance may vary.
Dry Temp (on some models)
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Select a drying temperature based on the fabrics in
your load. If you are unsure of the temperature to select
for a load, select the lower setting rather than the higher
setting. See “Cycle Guide.”
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Cycle Signal/Push to Start
The Cycle Signal produces an audible sound when the drying
cycle is nished. On some models, this knob is combined with
the Push to Start button. Promptly removing clothes at the
end of the cycle reduces wrinkling.
Turn the CYCLE SIGNAL knob to select the desired setting
(On or O). With combined buttons, press and hold the
CYCLE SIGNAL/PUSH TO START button to start the dryer.
On models without the cycle signal, press the PUSH TO
START button to start the dryer.
NOTE: During the Wrinkle Guard™ function and when
the Cycle Signal is on, the tone will sound every 5minutes
until the clothes are removed or the Wrinkle Guard™
function ends.
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CYCLE GUIDE – AUTO DRY CYCLES
Not all cycles and settings are available on all models. Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle.
AUTO DRY – Senses moisture in the load or air temperature and shuts o when the load reaches the selected dryness level.
Depending on model, temperature may be selected on cycle knob or be a separate control. Choose Normal to save energy.
Items to dry:
Jeans, heavy work
clothes, towels
Work clothes, medium
weight fabrics, sheets
Casual, shirts, pants,
lightweight items,
synthetics, delicates,
athletic wear
NOTE: If loads do not seem as dry as you would like, select More next time you dry a similar load. If loads seem drier than you like, select Less next
time you dry a similar load.
Dry
Temp:
High Cotton More
Medium Casual More
Low Delicates More
Dryness
Level:
Normal
Less
Normal
Less
Normal
Less
Available
Options:
Cycle Signal
Dry Temp
Cycle Signal
Dry Temp
Cycle Signal
Dry Temp
Cycle Details:
Automatic cycles give the best drying in the
shortest time. Drying time varies based on
load size and dryness setting.
Select a drying temperature based on the
fabrics in your load. If you are unsure of the
temperature to select for a load, select the
lower setting rather than the higher setting.
CYCLE GUIDE – TIMED DRY CYCLES
Not all cycles and settings are available on all models.
TIMED DRY – Will run the dryer for the specied time on the control. Depending on model, temperature may be selected on cycle
knob or be a separate control.
Items to dry:
Any load Timed Dry High Heat Dry Temp
Any load Touch up Any N/A This is the last step in a cycle that uses
Rubber, plastic, heat
sensitive fabrics
Cycle:
Air Only No heat Time Adjustment Use a Air Only (no heat) setting for foam,
Dry
Temp:
Available
Options:
(on some models)
Cycle Details:
Select a drying temperature based on the
fabrics in your load. If you are unsure of the
temperature to select for a load, select the
lower setting rather than the higher setting.
heat. The load is cooled slowly to reduce
wrinkling and make it easier to handle.
Use this cycle to smooth wear or packing
wrinkles.
rubber, plastic, or heat-sensitive fabrics.
Setting the Drying Temperature
If your dryer has multiple temp settings:
A High Cotton temp setting may be used for drying heavyweight items such as towels and work clothes.
A Low Delicates or Medium Casual temp setting may be used for drying medium-weight items such as sheets, blouses, dresses,
underwear, permanent press fabrics, and some knits.
Use a Air Only (no heat) setting for foam, rubber, plastic, or heat-sensitive fabrics.
Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics.
NOTE: If you have questions about drying temperatures for various loads, refer to the care label directions.
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USING YOUR DRYER
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury
to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
before operating this appliance.
1. Clean the lint screen
Clean the lint screen before each load. Pull the lint screen out of
its holder. Roll lint o the screen with your ngers. Do not rinse or
wash screen to remove lint. Push the lint screen rmly back into
place. For additional cleaning information, see “Dryer Care.”
2. Load the dryer
Place laundry in the dryer. Close the door. Do not tightly pack
the dryer; clothes should be able to tumble freely.
NOTE: Your model may have a dierent door than the one
shown. Some models have drop down doors.
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3. Select the desired cycle
5. Select Cycle Signal, if desired
(on some models)
Appearance may vary.
Select the desired cycle for your load. See the “Cycle Guide”
for more information about each cycle.
Auto Dry cycles
You can select a dierent dry level, depending on your load,
by turning the knob to More, Normal, or Less.
Selecting More, Normal, or Less automatically adjusts the
dryness level at which the dryer will shut o. Once a dry level
is set, it cannot be changed without stopping the cycle.
Auto Dry cycles give the best drying in the shortest time. Drying
time varies based on fabric type, load size, and dryness setting.
NOTE: More Dry removes more load moisture. Normal Dry is
used for a starting point for Auto Dry cycles. Choose normal
to save energy. Less Dry removes less moisture and is used for
loads you may want to put on a hanger to complete drying.
4. Set temperature (on some models)
Turn the CYCLE SIGNAL knob to select the desired setting
(On or O). The Cycle Signal produces an audible sound when
the drying cycle is nished. Promptly removing clothes at the
end of the cycle reduces wrinkling.
NOTE: During the Wrinkle Guard™ function and if the Cycle
Signal is on, the tone will sound every 5minutes until the clothes
are removed or the Wrinkle Guard™ function ends.
6. Press and hold PUSH TO START
to begin cycle
Appearance may vary.
Turn the DRY TEMP knob to change the drying temperature
setting. See “Setting the Drying Temperature.”
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Press and hold the PUSH TO START button to begin the cycle.
Promptly remove garments after cycle has completed to
reduce wrinkling. The Wrinkle Guard™ function at the end of
the cycle avoids wrinkling when you are unable to remove a load
from the dryer as soon as it stops.
DRYER CARE
Cleaning the dryer location
Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would block
the air ow for proper dryer operation. This includes clearing
piles of laundry in front of the dryer.
Cleaning the dryer interior
To clean dryer drum
1. Apply a liquid, nonammable household cleaner to the
stained area of the drum and rub with a soft cloth until
stain is removed.
2. Wipe drum thoroughly with a damp cloth.
3. Tumble a load of clean cloths or towels to dry the drum.
NOTE: Garments that contain loose dyes, such as denim blue
jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor the dryer
interior. These stains are not harmful to your dryer and will
not stain future loads of clothes. Dry these items inside out
to avoid drum staining.
Removing accumulated lint
Cleaning the lint screen
Every load cleaning
The lint screen is located in the dryer. A screen blocked
by lint can increase drying time.
To clean:
1. Pull the lint screen out of its holder. Roll lint o
the screen with your ngers. Do not rinse or wash
screen to remove lint.
2. Push the lint screen rmly back into place.
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Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose, damaged,
blocked, or missing. Doing so can cause overheating and
damage to both the dryer and fabrics.
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If lint falls o the screen into the dryer during removal,
check the exhaust hood and remove the lint. See
“Venting Requirements” in the Installation Instructions.
As needed cleaning
Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can build up
on the lint screen. This buildup can cause longer drying times
for your clothes or cause the dryer to stop before your load
is completely dry. The screen is probably clogged if lint falls
o while the screen is in the dryer.
Clean the lint screen with a nylon brush every 6 months,
or more frequently, if it becomes clogged due to a residue
buildup.
To wash:
1. Roll lint o the screen with your ngers.
2. Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water.
3. Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid detergent.
Scrub lint screen with the brush to remove residue buildup.
From Inside the Dryer Cabinet
Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often,
depending on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done
by a qualied servicer.
From the Exhaust Vent
Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often,
depending on dryer usage.
4. Rinse screen with hot water.
5. Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel. Reinstall
screen in dryer.
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Vacation, storage, and moving care
Changing the drum light (on some models)
Non-Use or Storage Care
Operate your dryer only when you are at home. If you will
be on vacation or not using your dryer for an extended
period of time, you should:
1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
2. (For gas dryers only): Close shut-o valve to gas
supply line.
3. Clean lint screen. See “Cleaning the Lint Screen.”
Moving Care
For power supply cord-connected dryers:
1. Unplug the power supply cord.
2. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.
3. Use tape to secure dryer door.
1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
2. Open the dryer door. Locate the light bulb cover on the
back wall of the dryer. Using a Phillips head screwdriver,
remove the screw located in the lower right-hand corner
of the cover. Remove the cover.
3. Turn bulb counterclockwise. Replace the bulb with
a 10-watt appliance bulb only. Replace the cover
and secure with the screw.
4. Plug in dryer or reconnect power.
For direct-wired dryers:
1. Turn o power at fuse or breaker box.
2. Disconnect wiring.
3. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.
4. Use tape to secure dryer door.
For gas dryers:
1. Unplug or disconnect power to dryer.
2. Close shut-o valve to gas supply line and disconnect.
3. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.
4. Use tape to secure dryer door.
Reinstalling the Dryer
Follow the Installation Instructions to locate, level,
and connect the dryer.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call.
If you experience Possible Causes Solution
Clothes are not drying
satisfactorily, drying
times are too long
Dryer will not run Door not closed completely. Make sure the dryer door is closed completely.
Unusual sounds Dryer had a period of non-use. If the dryer hasn’t been used for a while, there may be a
No heat Household fuse is blown or circuit breaker
Lint screen clogged with lint. Lint screen should be cleaned before each load.
The Air Only cycle has been selected. Select the right cycle for the types of garments being dried.
Load too large and heavy to dry quickly. Separate the load to tumble freely.
Exhaust vent or outside exhaust hood
clogged with lint, restricting air movement.
Fabric softener sheets blocking the grille. Use only one fabric softener sheet, and use it only once.
Exhaust vent not the correct length. Check that the exhaust vent is not too long or has too many
Exhaust vent diameter not the correct size. Use 4" (102mm) diameter vent material.
Dryer located in a room with temperature
below 45ºF (7ºC).
Dryer located in a closet without adequate
openings.
PUSH to START button not pressed rmly
or held long enough.
Household fuse is blown or circuit breaker
has tripped.
Incorrect power supply. Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Check with a
Wrong type of fuse. Use a time-delay fuse.
A coin, button, or paper clip is caught
between the drum and front or rear of the
dryer.
It is a gas dryer. The gas valve clicking is a normal operating sound.
The four legs are not installed, and the
dryer is not level front to back and side
to side.
Clothing knotted or balled up. When balled up, the load will bounce, causing the dryer
has tripped.
Supply line valve not open. For gas dryers, be sure the valve on the supply line is open.
Incorrect power supply. Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Check with
See “Cycle Guide.”
Run the dryer for 5–10 minutes. Hold your hand under the
outside exhaust hood to check air movement. If you do not feel
air movement, clean exhaust system of lint or replace exhaust
vent with heavy metal or exible metal vent. Make sure vent
is not crushed or kinked. See Installation Instructions.
turns. Long venting will increase drying times. Make sure vent
is not crushed or kinked. See Installation Instructions.
Proper operation of dryer cycles requires temperatures above
45ºF (7ºC).
Closet doors must have ventilation openings at the top and
bottom of the door. The front of the dryer requires a minimum
of 1" (25mm) of airspace, and, for most installations, the rear
of the dryer requires 5" (127mm). See Installation Instructions.
Press and hold the PUSH TO START button until you hear the
dryer drum moving.
Electric dryers use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. The
drum may be turning, but you may not have heat. Replace both
fuses or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call
an electrician.
qualied electrician.
thumping sound during the rst few minutes of operation.
Check the front and rear edges of the drum for small objects.
Clean out pockets before laundering.
The dryer may vibrate if not properly installed. See Installation
Instructions.
to vibrate. Separate the load items and restart the dryer.
The drum may be turning, but you may not have heat. Electric
dryers use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. Replace both
fuses or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call
an electrician.
a qualied electrician.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call.
If you experience Possible Causes Solution
Cycle time too short Automatic cycle ending early. The load may not be contacting the sensor strips. Level the
dryer.
Use Timed Dry for very small loads. Change the dry level
setting on Auto Dry cycles.
Increasing or decreasing the dry level setting will change the
amount of drying time in a cycle.
Lint on load Lint screen clogged. Lint screen should be cleaned before each load.
Stains on load or drum Dryer fabric softener not properly used. Add dryer fabric softener sheets at the beginning of the cycle.
Loads are wrinkled The load was not removed from dryer at
the end of the cycle.
Dryer tightly packed. Dry smaller loads that can tumble freely to reduce wrinkling.
Odors You have recently been painting, staining,
or varnishing in the area where your dryer
is located.
The electric dryer is being used for the rst
time.
Load is too hot Laundry items were removed from the
dryer before the end of the cycle.
A high temperature cycle was used or the
Dry Temp was set on high.
Fabric softener sheets added to a partially dried load can
stain your garments.
Drum stains are caused by dyes in clothing (usually blue jeans).
These will not transfer to other clothing.
The Wrinkle Guard™ function tumbles the load without heat
for 40 minutes at the end of the cycle to avoid wrinkling.
If so, ventilate the area. When the odors or fumes are gone
from the area, rewash and dry the clothing.
The new electric heating element may have an odor. The odor
will be gone after the rst cycle.
Allow Cool Down to nish before removing laundry from dryer.
All cycles are cooled slowly to reduced wrinkling and make it
easier to handle. Items removed before Cool Down may feel
very warm.
Select a lower temperature, and use an automatic drying cycle.
These cycles sense the temperature or the moisture level in the
load and shut o when the load reaches the selected dryness.
This reduces overdrying.
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