Use & Care Guide Guía de Uso y Cuidado Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien For best results, a lower-sudsing, HE High Efficiency Detergent made for front loading washers must be used. Para obtener mejores resultados, una baja espuma, H.E. Alta eficiencia de detergentes para lavadoras de carga hizo frente debe ser utilizado. English / Español / Français Pour de meilleurs résultats, et un bas niveau de mousse, un détergent haute-efficacité HE conçu pour les laveuses à chargement frontal doit être utilisé.
Record Model/Serial Numbers Important Safety Instructions The model and serial numbers of your washer are found on the washer serial plate located on the inside of the door. Record and retain these numbers.
Important Safety Instructions • To prevent personal injury or damage to the washer, the electrical power cord of the washer 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 Grounding type wallll receptacl wa receptacle pipe. Do not use an extension cord or Do not, under anyy circumstances, an circumstances, an adaptor plug.
Kenmore Appliance Warranty Master Protection Agreements One Year Limited Warranty When installed, operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product, if this appliance 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 appliance is used for other than private family purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.
Features Control Lock Cycle Selector Laundry Product Dispenser Drawer LED Display Drum Light Reversible Door Door Striker Inner glass with small article redistribution ramp Cascading Wash Vanes Door Latch with Safety Lock Stainless Steel Wash Drum Adjustable Leveling Legs As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Sears Brands Management Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.
Operating Instructions 5 1 2 1 Cycle selector 3 POWER button 5 2 Cycle settings 4 START/PAUSE button 3 4 Cycle options / Cycle status display 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 differ. Cycle Selection bleach. Hot water is recommended to ensure optimal bleach activation.
Operating Instructions Cycle Selection, continued Express Wash Quickly wash a small, lightly soiled load in 18 minutes. Express Sanitize Use the Express Sanitize cycle to clean and sanitize heavily soiled, colorfast fabrics including towels, bedding, cloth diapers, and children’s clothing. It is recommended that you set your water heater to 120° F (49° C) or higher to ensure proper performance during this cycle. If the setting is lower or the load is extra large, the cycle time may be extended.
Operating Instructions Cycle Settings Hot/Cold Use this setting for heavily soiled white or colorfast cottons and blends. Warm/Warm Use this setting when a warm water rinse is desired. Warm/Cold Use this setting for normally soiled white or colorfast cottons or blends. For best results Cold/Cold Wash and rinse temperatures are equivalent to temperature of cold tap supply.
Operating Instructions Cycle Options To add options, press the corresponding options buttons to illuminate the selections desired. To delete options, press the options buttons again and the indicator lights will turn off. Some options require a “Press & Hold” effort to activate or deactivate the secondary function. Pre Wash Select this option to add a short initial wash period to a cycle. Heavily soiled and stained loads will prewash for approximately 5 minutes.
Operating Instructions Washer Settings Chart Delicates Handwash Rinse & Spin 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 Clean Washer Silk Cold Clean Express Sanitize Express Wash Steam Refresh Towels Whitest Whites Heavy Duty Bulky/Bedding Normal/Casual These temperature, spin speeds, soil levels and options are available with the following cycles: Wash/Rinse Extra Hot/Cold Hot/Cold Warm/Warm Warm/Cold Cold/Cold 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9
Operating Instructions Other Features Status Indicators Install Cycle The estimated total cycle time will be displayed when the cycle is selected. The time may increase if water pressure is low, oversudsing occurs or the load becomes unbalanced. The estimated remaining cycle time is displayed during the cycle.
Operating Instructions Operating Your Washer • Place delicate and small items such as bras, hosiery and baby socks in a mesh bag. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons, read these IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS in this Use and Care Guide before operating your washer. 1 Sort laundry into loads that can be washed together. (Mesh bag not included.) 3 Pretreat stains and heavy soil.
Operating Instructions Operating Your Washer, continued 5 Add laundry products to the dispenser. For best results Use a low-sudsing, high efficiency detergent to prevent oversudsing in front load washers. Look for this symbol on the detergent label: Detergent, liquid chlorine bleach and liquid fabric softener will be dispensed at the proper times in the cycle. IMPORTANT Open and close the dispenser drawer slowly.
Operating Instructions Operating Your Washer, continued Liquid Chlorine Bleach Other Wash Products • If desired, add liquid chlorine bleach to the chamber labeled “Liquid Bleach”. • Fill to the MIN line for small loads or the MAX line for large loads. DO NOT fill above the maximum fill line. • Water conditioner, detergent booster and enzyme products may be added with the detergent.
Operating Instructions Operating Your Washer, continued 6 Select the appropriate cycle and settings for the load. • • Press the POWER button to turn the unit on. • Turn the cycle selector knob in either direction to select the cycle desired. The indicator for that cycle will be illuminated. • The estimated cycle time, suitable wash and rinse water temperatures, final spin speed, soil level, and options for each cycle will be indicated for the cycle selected.
Operating Instructions Normal Operating Sounds A You may or may not hear the following sounds from your new washer: A. DRAIN HOSE The washer has a flexible drain hose to carry water from the washer to the stand pipe of your home. You will hear water flowing into your stand pipe. This is a normal part of the operation of the washer. B. WATER VALVES/DISPENSER As water enters the dispenser system, it is common to hear a water flowing sound.
Stain Removal Guide Safe Stain Removal Procedures To reduce the risk of fire or serious injury to persons or property, comply with the basic warnings listed below: • Read and comply with all instructions on stain removal products. • Keep stain removal products in their original labeled containers and out of children’s reach. • Thoroughly wash any utensils used. • Do not combine stain removal products, especially ammonia and chlorine bleach. Dangerous fumes can result.
Stain Removal Guide Stain Removal Suggestions STAIN Adhesive tape, chewing gum, rubber cement Baby formula, dairy products, egg Beverages (coffee, tea, soda, juice, alcoholic beverages) Blood Candle wax, crayon Chocolate Collar or cuff soil, cosmetics Dye transfer on white fabric Grass Grease, oil, tar (butter, fats, salad dressing, cooking oils, car grease, motor oils) Ink TREATMENT Apply ice. Scrape off excess. Place stain face down on paper towels.
Care and Cleaning Inside Routine Cleaning (Preventive) To help prevent odors, mold or mildew, leave the door open for a few hours after use or whenever the washer is not in use. CAUTION ENTRAPMENT and TIP-OVER HAZARD Do not leave the door open if there are small children or pets present. An open door could entice children to hang on the door or crawl inside the washer. If there are no small children present, you may leave the door ajar to prevent odor build up.
Care and Cleaning Other Inside Routine Cleaning (Preventive) Cleaning Dispenser Drawer Area NOTE Detergent and fabric softener may build up in the dispenser drawer. Residue should be removed once or twice a month. • Remove the drawer by pulling the drawer out until it stops. • Reach back into the left rear corner of the drawer cavity and press down firmly on the lock tab. Pull out the drawer. • Remove the insert from the bleach and fabric softener compartments.
Care and Cleaning Inside Cleaning (Aggressive) In cases where the Clean Washer cycle along with care and cleaning of rubber gasket folds isn’t done, and severe odor, mold, mildew, or residue buildup have developed, follow the below cleaning procedure to help alleviate the problem. CLEANING PROCEDURE - Washer Drum Ensure the wash tub is empty (or no clothes load). If installed, remove the “LIQUID ONLY” cup from the dispenser.
Care and Cleaning Outside Routine Cleaning • When washing is completed, wipe top and sides of washer with a damp cloth. Turn water faucets off to prevent pressure build-up in the hoses. • Clean the cabinet with mild soap and water. Never use harsh, gritty or abrasive cleansers • If the cabinet becomes stained, clean with diluted chlorine bleach (1 part bleach to 8 parts water). Rinse several times with clear water. • Remove glue residue from tape or labels with a mixture of warm water and mild detergent.
Solutions to Common Problems Common Washing Problems Many washing problems involve poor soil and stain removal, residues of lint and scum, and fabric damage. For satisfactory washing results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent Association. PROBLEM Blue stains POSSIBLE CAUSES • Undiluted liquid detergent or fabric softener dispensed directly onto fabric. Discoloration, graying • Not enough detergent. • Wash water temperature too low. • Incorrect sorting.
Solutions to Common Problems Common Washing Problems, continued PROBLEM Yellow buildup of body soil on synthetic fabrics Yellow or brown rust stains Residue stains / buildup, mold or mildew stains in gasket POSSIBLE CAUSES • Agitation time too short. • Wash water temperature too low. • Not enough detergent. SOLUTIONS • Soak in detergent booster or product containing enzymes. • Wash in hottest water safe for fabric using casual cycle. • Increase detergent.
Solutions to Common Problems Avoid Service Checklist Before calling for service, review this list. It may save both time and expense. The list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this washer. IMPORTANT Disconnect washer from electrical service before performing any work on unit or on associated systems (including electrical supply, water inlet or water drainage). OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION NOISE High pitch “jet engine” noise.
Solutions to Common Problems Avoid Service Checklist, continued OCCURRENCE WATER Water collects in folds of front door flexible gasket at the end of the cycle. Water collects in bleach and fabric softener compartments. Wash load too wet after spin. Water does not enter washer or it enters slowly. POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION This is a result of the washing action and is part of the normal operation of the washer. This is a result of the siphoning action and is part of the normal operation of the washer.
Solutions to Common Problems Avoid Service Checklist, continued OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Water inlet hoses are not installed. Install Hot and Cold water hoses and turn on Hot and Cold water supply valves. Turn on Hot and Cold water supply valves. Test water pressure at another faucet in the house. Water pressure must be at least 30 psi (260 kPa). Avoid running water elsewhere while washer is filling. Straighten hoses. Remove hoses and clean sediment from screens.
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