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Table of Contents / Indice /Table des matibres

STACK KIT SAFETY .................................. 2

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ........... 2

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ............. 5

SLIDE-OUT WORK SURFACE USE ......... 6

SLIDE-OUT WORK SURFACE CARE ...... 6

LAUNDRY PRODUCT WARRANTY ......... 7

KENMORE ®LAUNDRY PRODUCT

WARRANTY ............................................... 7

WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

LAUNDRY PRODUCT WARRANTY ......... 8

SEGURIDAD DEL JUEGO PARA APILAR ... 10

REQUISITOS DE INSTALACION .................. 10

INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACION .......... 12

USO DE LA SUPERFICIE DE TRABAJO

DESLIZABLE .................................................. 14

CUlDADO DE LA SUPERFICIE DE

TRABAJO DESLIZABLE ................................ 14

GARANTIA DE LOS PRODUCTOS DE

LAVANDERJA ................................................. 15

GARANTIA DE LOS PRODUCTOS DE

LAVAN DERIA KENMORE _............................ 15

GARANTIA DE LOS PRODUCTOS DE

LAVAN DERJA DE

WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION ...................... 16

SI_CURITI_ DE L'ACCESSOIRE POUR APPAREILS

SUPERPOSES ........................................................ 17

EXIGENCES D'INSTALLATION ............................ 17

INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION ...................... 20

UTILISATION DE L'ETAGERE ESCAMOTABLE. 21

ENTRETIEN DE L'ETAGERE ESCAMOTABLE.... 21

GARANTIE DES APPAREILS DE BUANDERIE ... 22 GARANTIE DES APPAREILS DE BUANDERIE

KENMORE ®............................................................. 22

GARANTIE DES APPAREILS DE BUANDERIE

WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION .............................. 23

STACKKITSAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety

messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING."

These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately

follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

All safety messages willtell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

INSTALLATIONREQUIREMENTS

• Hooked stack brackets (2) • %" (16 mm) pan head

• Plastic clips (2) screws (6)

• Foam pads (4) • Slide-out shelf

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed

here.

• Phillips screwdriver • Level

• Adjustable wrench that • Bucket opens to 1" (2.5 cm) or • Pliers or slip-joint pliers (for

hex-head socket wrench drain and inlet hoses) (for removing dryer feet)

IMPORTANT: The stacked washer/dryer can be installed in an enclosure. Check the locations of the water supply faucets, grounded electrical outlets, and gas supply line connection (gas

dryer only). Depending on your application, longer washer fill hoses, longer electric power supply cords and a longer flexible stainless steel gas connector line than those supplied with the washer/dryer may be needed.

See the Installation Instructions that came with your washer and dryer for more detailed information.

For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top and bottom of the door are required. Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation openings are acceptable.

48 in.2 *

(310cm2)

3"* (7.6cm)

IMPORTANT: If your washer and dryer are already installed, they must be uninstalled.

If you need to uninstall your washer or dryer, see the Installation Instructions that came with your models for tools required.

24 in.2 *

(155cm2)

A B

A. Closet door minimum ventilation openings B. Side view of stacked washer and dryer

*Required spacing

**For venting out the side, 1" (2.5 cm) spacing is allowed.

(11

3"* (7.6cm)

_- 1"**(2.5cm)

6"* (;5.2 cm)

78"

(198.1cm) _

7"/_\X-

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move washer or dryer. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

Uninstalling Your Washer (if not stacked)

1. Turn off the hot and cold water faucets.

2. Unplug the washer.

3. Slowly loosen the fill hoses at the faucets to relieve the water pressure. Use a sponge or towel to absorb the released water.

4. Remove the "HOT" or "COLD" fill hoses from the back of the washer. Drain water in the hoses into a bucket.

5. Remove the drain hose from the wall drain pipe or utility sink and drain any water in the hose into a bucket.

Uninstalling Your Electric Dryer (if not stacked)

1. For power supply cord-connected dryers:

• Unplug the dryer.

For direct-wired dryers:

51/2"**--_ _ 1"

(14cm) (2.5cm)

A. Side view of stacked washer and dryer B. Front view of stacked washer and dryer

(2.5cm) (68.6 cm)

*Required spacing

**For venting out the side, 1" (2.5 cm) spacing is allowed.

1-Depth with shelf fully extended

If the water supply faucets, electrical outlets, gas supply line or power cord need modification, have a qualified plumber, electrician or gas technician make the changes.

Mobile home - additional installation requirements Your dryer is suitable for mobile home installations. The

installation must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280

(formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280).

Mobile home installations require:

• Metal exhaust system hardware, which is available for purchase from your local dealer or service center.

• (Gas dryers only) Mobile Home Installation Kit Part Number

346764. See "Tools and Parts" section of your dryer Use and Care Guide for information on ordering.

• Special provisions must be made in mobile homes to introduce outside air into the dryer. The opening (such as a nearby window) should be at least twice as large as the dryer exhaust opening. See the dryer Installation Instructions for

more information on mobile home installation.

Electrical Shock Hazard

Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating.

Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.

• Disconnect power.

• Disconnect wiring.

2. Pull the dryer away from the wall enough to loosen the vent clamp. Loosen the clamp and gently remove the exhaust vent

from the dryer exhaust outlet.

Uninstalling Your Gas Dryer (ifnot stacked)

1. Unplug the dryer.

2. Turn off the gas supply.

3. Pull the dryer away from the wall enough to loosen the vent clamp. Loosen the clamp and gently remove the exhaust vent from the dryer exhaust outlet.

4. Disconnect the flexible gas supply line from the dryer. Put a piece of tape over the open ends of the gas line connection fittings.

If Your Washer and Dryer are Already Stacked

1. Remove the pan head screws that hold the bracket to the washer. Lift up on bracket to remove it from the slot in the

back of the dryer.

A. Bracket B. Slot

Repeat on other side.

2. Discard these brackets. Use the brackets that are provided with the slide-out work surface.

3. Lift up on the plastic clip to remove it from the slot in the back of the dryer.

4. Place a protective covering, such as cardboard or a blanket, on the floor.

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more peopJe to move washer or dryer. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

5. Using two or more people, lift the dryer up off the washer and set it on the floor.

If Your Washer or Dryer Is Still In Its Packaging

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move washer or dryer. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

Position the packaged washer or dryer close to its final location.

• Follow unpacking instructions on the washer or dryer carton.

A. Plastic clip B. Slot

INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move washer or dryer. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

1. Move washer close to its final location. Leave space to work behind washer. Do not remove the shipping bolts.

2. Level washer as described in the washer Installation Instructions.

NOTE: Do not install the dryer feet.

3. If the dryer has the feet already installed, place a protective covering, such as cardboard or a blanket, on the floor. Gently lay the dryer down with its back on the covering.

4. Remove the dryer feet.

5. Place a protective covering, such as cardboard or a blanket, on the floor. Gently place the Slide-Out Work Surface, with the top side facing up, on the protective covering. See illustration.

8. Repeat Step 5 on the bottom side of the Slide-Out Work Surface. See illustration.

A. Foam pads installed on bottom side

Lift the Slide-Out Work Surface up and place it, top side facing up, on top of the washer so that the back of the work surface

frame overhangs the back of the washer by about 1" (2.5 cm). NOTE: The front of the work surface and dryer is positioned 1"

(2.5 cm) back from the front of the washer to provide easier access to the washer's bleach dispenser.

10. Using two or more people, lift the dryer back to its upright position and move to the front of the washer.

11. Using two or more people, lift the dryer up and set it on top of the work surface. The back of the dryer and work surface

frame overhang the back of the washer by about 1" (2.5 cm).

A. Top side

B. Sheff frames

C. Bottom side

Remove the opaque adhesive protective strip from the long foam pads. Apply the adhesive side of the pads along the shelf frames so that they cover the entire length of the shelf

frame surfaces and do not stick out past the sides or front edges of the frames.

A.Foampads installed on top side

Turn the Slide-Out Work Surface back over so that the bottom side faces up.

12. Remove the plastic clips, brackets and the pan head screws from the bag containing parts.

13. Take a plastic clip, and, with the flat side facing out, push it down onto the lower edge of a slot in the dryer back. Repeat on the other side with the second clip.

\ B

A. Plasticclip

B.Slot in dryer back

Tip Over Hazard

Do not use slide-out work surface until completely installed.

Install both hooked stack brackets between washer and dryer.

Failure to do so can result in death or serious injury.

14. Place the hooked end of the stack bracket over the plastic clip. Rotate down against the back of the washer if necessary. Adjust the dryer or work surface forward or backward as

needed and attach the bracket to the washer with 2 of the 3/8" (16 mm) pan head screws. Attach the bracket to the work surface with one of the 3/8"(9.5 mm) pan head screws. Tighten

screws. Repeat on the other side.

SLIDEIOUTWORKSURFACEUSE

Your slide-out work surface has several uses.

A. Hooked end

B. Stack bracket

C. Slot in dryer back

15. Follow the Installation Instructions that came with your washer and dryer to complete the installation. For a new washer follow the Installation Instructions to remove the shipping

bolts.

• The shelf provides a temporary work surface for pretreating, sorting and folding clothes, as well as a place to rest a laundry

basket. The handle of the Slide-Out Work Surface has a raised lip that

can be used for hanging items on hangers. Approximately 10-12 clothing items on hangers can be hung

off the work surface.

SLIDE.OUTWORKSURFACECARE

To clean the interior and exterior: • Use mild soap and water; do not use abrasive products.

• Use a soft damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills. Occasionally wipe the shelf to help keep it looking new.

LAUNDRYPRODUCTWARRANTY

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If this laundry product was purchased at Sears, the "Kenmore ®Laundry Product Warranty" applies (see following). If this laundry product was purchased elsewhere, the "Whirlpool Corporation Laundry Product Warranty" applies (see following). Please

have your sales receipt available when you call Whirlpool Corporation for service under the "Whirlpool Corporation Laundry Product Warranty."

KENMORE®LAUNDRYPRODUCTWARRANTY

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

When installed, operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product, if this laundry product 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 laundry product 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:

1. Expendable items that can wear out from normal use, including but not limited to filters, belts, light bulbs, and bags.

2. A service technician to instruct the user in correct product installation, operation or maintenance.

3. A service technician to clean or maintain this product.

4. Damage to or failure of this product if it is not installed, operated or maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product.

5. Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident, abuse, misuse or use for other than its intended purpose.

6. Damage to or failure of this product caused by the use of detergents, cleaners, chemicals or utensils other than those

recommended in all instructions supplied with the product.

7. Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications 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 fitness 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 fitness, so these exclusions or limitations may not apply to you.

This warranty applies only while this laundry product is used in

the United States and Canada.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also

have other rights which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co.

Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Sears Canada Inc.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8

PRODUCT RECORD

In the space below, record your complete model number, serial number, and purchase date. You can find this information on the

model and serial number label located on the product. Have this information available to help you obtain assistance or

service more quickly whenever you contact Sears concerning

your laundry product.

Model number

Serial number

Purchase date

Save these instructions and your sales receipt for future reference.

WHIRLPOOLCORPORATIONLAUNDRYPRODUCTWARRANTY

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

For one year from the date of purchase, when this product is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool or Whirlpool Canada (hereafter "Whirlpool") will pay for factory specified replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company.

ITEMS WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR

1. Service calls to correct the installation of your product, to instruct you how to use your product, to replace or repair house fuses or to correct house wiring or plumbing.

2. Repairs when your product is used for other than normal, single-family household use.

3. Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of God, improper installation, installation not in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or use of products not approved by Whirlpool.

4. Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the United States or Canada.

5. Pickup and delivery. This product is designed to be repaired in the home.

6. Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the product.

7. Expenses for travel and transportation for product service in remote locations.

8. The removal and reinstallation of your product if it is installed in an inaccessible location or is not installed in accordance with published installation instructions.

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 FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW. WHIRLPOOL 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 FITNESS, SO THESE EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE OR PROVINCE

TO PROVINCE.

Outside the 50 United States and Canada, this warranty does not apply. Contact your authorized Whirlpool dealer to determine if another warranty applies. If you need service, in the U.S.A., call 1-800-422-1230. In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777. 6/06

Keep this book and your sales slip together for future reference. You must provide proof of purchase or installation date for in-warranty service.

Write down the following information about your major product to better help you obtain assistance or service if you ever need it. You will need to know your complete model number and serial

number. You can find this information on the model and serial number label located on the product.

Dealer name

Address

Phone number Model number

Serial number Purchase date

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