Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions E L I T E TM Three-Speed Automatic Washers with TRIPLE SMART TM Dispenser IMPORTANT: Read and follow all safety and operating instructions before first use of this product. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8 8526120 PRINTED IN U.S.A. www, sears.
BEFORE USING YOUR NEWWASHER KENMORE _ __ ELITE TM WASHER WARRANTY WASHER SAFETY 2 3 ............ 4 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 6 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 10 OPERATING YOUR WASH ER 14 LAUNDRY TIPS 27 ........... CARING FOR YOUR WASHER 29 TROUBLESHOOTING 30 ........ SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT Please read this manual. It will help you install and operate your new Kenmore ELITE TM washer in the most economical way.
Limited Lifetime Warranty on White Porcelain Basket For the lifetime of the washer from the date of purchase, Sears will replace the white porcelain wash basket if it chips or rusts due to defective material or workmanship. After the first year, you will be charged for labor.
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 immediateb L follow instructions.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your washer, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Read all instructions before using the washer.
Tools and Parts Alternate Assemble the necessary tools and supplies before beginning the washer installation. The parts supplied are in the washer basket. Tools needed for connecting the drain hose and water inlet hoses: • Pliers that open to 1?'6 in. (3.95 cm) • Flashlight (optional) Parts supplied: 4 5 1. Drain hose 2. Silver, double-wire hose clamp (for the bottom of the drain hose) 3. Yellow, single-wire hose clamp (for the top of the drain hose) 4. Water inlet hoses (2) 5.
Location Requirements Selecting the proper location for your washer improves performance and minimizes noise and possible washer "walk," Your washer can be installed in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. (See "Drain System.") Proper installation is your responsibility.
Drain System The washer can be installed using the standpipe drain system (floor or wall), the laundry tub drain system, or the floor drain system. Select the drain hose installation method you need. (See "Alternate Parts You May Need.") Floor drain system (view 2) The floor drain system requires a siphon break that may be purchased separately. (See "Alternate PartsYeu May Need,") The siphon break must be a minimum of 28 in. (71 cm) from the bottom of the washer. Additional hoses might be needed.
• Tominimize possible shockhazard, the cordmustbeplugged intoamating, 3 prong, ground-type outlet, grounded in accordance withlocalcodes andordF nances. Ifamating outlet isnotavailable,itisthepersonal responsibility and obligation ofthecustomer tohavethe properly grounded outletinstalled bya qualified electrician, • Ifcodespermit anda separate ground wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the ground path is adequate. • Do not ground to a gas pipe.
Before You Start 3. Cut the shipping strap about 16 in. (40 cm) from plug end, Look for the words "CUT HERE." Discard end with the cotter pins. Slide remainder of shipping strap from the power cord. You will use the remainder of the shipping strap later to secure the drain hose. • To prevent floor damage, set the washer onto cardboard before moving across floor. • Move the washer to within approximately 3 feet (90 cm) of the final location.
4. Open clamp. Twist hose back and forth while pushing down onto drain connector at the bottom of the washer. Continue until hose contacts the ribbed stop on the cabinet. Y • For floor drain installation, see kit number required under "Alternate Parts You May Need." Connect the Inlet Hoses 1. 5. Place clamp over area marked "CLAMP." Release clamp. 1/4" Insert new flat washers (supplied) into each end of the inlet hoses. Firmly seat the washers in the couplings.
Clear the water lines 5, Run water through both faucets and inlet hoses, into a bucket or laundry tub, to get rid of particles in the water lines that might clog the inlet valve screens. Connect the inlet hoses to the washer 6, Attach the hose with the red coupling to the HOT (bottom) inlet valve. Attaching the red coupling first makes it easier to tighten connection with pliers, Screw on coupling by hand until seated on the washer. Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional two4hirds turn.
4. Tiltthewasher backandremove the 3. woodblock. Gentlylowerthewasher tothefloor. 4. 5. Slide to final location. 6. Check the levelness of the washer by placing a level on the top edges of the washer; first side-to-side, then front4o-back. Check to be sure you have all of your tools. Check to be sure that the yellow shipping strap was removed from the back of the washer and used to secure the drain hose. 5. Dispose/recycle materials. all packaging 6. Check to be sure the water faucets are on. 7.
LID INSTRUCTIONS To get the maximum cleaning and fabric care from your washer, please read and follow these instructions, These instructions are found under the lid of your washer. POWDER or LIQUID ,,---_-_,.._,:_ DETERGENT Fire Hazard Never place items in the washer that are dampened with gasoline or other flammable fluids. Dissolves powder or liquid detergents before applying to load. When desired add powder or liquid color safe bleach to this dispenser.
1. SELECT & ADJUST ......... Make the selections for these washer controls: • WATER LEVEL Adjust to • WASH/RINSE TEMP ...... Adjust to selections • RINSE OPTIONS ........... Select to • SPEEDS Adjust to load size. type of fabric and soil. Use AUTO TEMP for best wash performance. add a second rinse automatically. fabric type being washed. BEW,_T;tJ_ItI_IJfW_.
It's best (_ _ _ _ _ Rinse immediately or soak in cold water with detergent for 30 minutes. Rinse. Rub detergent into any remaining stains. Rinse thoroughly. Blood Sponge immediately or apply a prewash soll and stain remover. Rinse. Wash. If stain remains, apply a liquid detergent to stain or soak in warm water with detergent. Rewash. _Chocolate, Coffee _ Rub in a prewash stain remover. Wait 5 minutes. Wash with detergent and bleach in the hottest water safe for the fabric.
STARTING YOUR WASHER STEP 1. Place a load of sorted clothes in the washer. Add measured detergent directly into dispense. STEP 2. (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired, add measured liquid chlorine bleach to the liquid bleach dispenser. STEP 3. (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired, add measured liquid fabric softener to the fabric softener dispensen STEP 4. Close washer lid. STEP 5. Set WATER LEVEL Control Q based on the size of your wash load. STEP 6. Set the WATER TEMPERATURE Control (_. STEP 8.
WATER LEVEL CONTROL Washers with 4-position or Water Level Control: • To change to a higher water setting after the washer has agitate, turn the knob to the new setting. This control gives you the flexibility to save water when washing small loads, 5-position level started to desired ME_IUM LOAD Your washer lets you select a water setting based on the size of your wash load. • For normal loads, start with the MEDIUM LOAD setting. Adjust up or down depending on your load.
AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (ATC) ATC takes away the worry of undissolved detergent and ensures consistent cleaning results from season to season with warm and cold washes, ATC electronically senses and maintains a uniform water temperature by regulating incoming hot and cold water. • Even in cold wash, some warm water is let into the washer to maintain a temperature minimum of .• COLD 70°F In very _.COLD 70" water,(21°C). detergent maycold not COLD dissolve and clothes will not be cleaned completely.
SETTING YOUR CYCLE SELECTOR (TIMER) CONTROL Use this control to choose the agitation time and to start the washer. remove the water. If water is removed, add detergent and set washer to a desired wash cycle, If water is not removed, select a new wash cycle (do not add additional detergent). NOTE: It is not recommended to use hot water for soaking, It may set some stains. • For heavy soil and sturdy fabrics, use more time. • For light soil and delicate fabrics, use less time.
CYCLE/OPTIONS DESCRIPTIONS You may add options to your wash cycle. The chart below shows you the proper settings for your Cycle Selector Control (Timer) and RINSE OPTIONS Control. The Cycle Selector Control needs to be set where you want the cycle to start and the RINSE OPTIONS Control needs to be set where you want the cycle to stop. (Example: If you want a second rinse added to the ULTRA CLEAN cycle, you would set the Cycle Selector Control to ULTRA CLEAN _ and the RINSE OPTIONS Control to 2ND RINSE O.
UNDERSTANDING WHAT HAPPENS IN EACH CYCLE ULTRA CLEAN r_! selected level Fill to Wash selected time Drain no spin PERMANENT _ PRESS II AUTO SOAK selected level Fill to selected level Fill to Wash selected time Agitate Partial Drain Soak Pause Spin/Spray Agitate rq Fill to selected level Fill for ceoldown Wash Soak (reset to SPIN to drain washer) Rinse Drain no spin Drain no spin AUTO PREWASH Spin/Spray selected level Fill to Spin/Spray Off or 2ND RINSE Fill to selected level Wash
QUIET PAK TM III The QUIET PAK TM III system is designed to reduce water sounds and ringing noises. The cabinet is insulated with sound-dampening materials. A sound-absorbing blanket under the motor and gearcase also helps to insulate the washer to reduce vibration noise. TOTAL CARE TM AGITATOR Kenmore's exclusive TOTAL CARE TM agitator has triple action agitation to give you the most flexible fabric care for even your largest loads.
UNDERSTANDING NORMAL WASHER SOUNDS Your new washer may make sounds that your old one didn't. Because the sounds are unfamiliar, you may be concerned about them. The following describes some of the normal sounds you may hear and what causes them. During Washing When you select a small load size setting for a small wash load, your washer has a lower water level, With this lower water level, you may hear a clicking sound from the upper portion of the agitator.
USING THE LIQUID CHLORINE BLEACH DISPENSER The liquid chlorine bleach dispenser automatically dispenses bleach at the proper time in the cycle to ensure the cleanest and brightest loads. Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Use a measuring cup. Do not guess, Do not pour directly from bottle. Never use more than 1 cup (250 mL) for a full load. Use less with smaller loads, Follow manufacturer's directions for safe use, A cup with a pouring spout will help you avoid spilling.
USING THE LIQUID FABRIC SOFTENER DISPENSER After loading the washer, measure and add the recommended amount of fabric softener into the dispenser. Follow manufacturer's directions. Liquid fabric softenerdispenser If cleaning of the liquid fabric softener dispenser is required: • Do not overfill. Dispenser holds a standard capful of fabric softener (3 oz [94 mL]). • Fabric softener is dispensed in 2nd rinse if 2ND RINSE is selected.
PREPARING CLOTHES FOR WASHING Follow these recommendations to help you prolong the life of your garments. • Close zippers, snaps, and hooks to avoid snagging other items. Remove pins, buckles, and other hard objects to avoid scratching the washer interior. Remove non-washable trim and ornaments, SORTING • Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled ones, even if they would normally be washed together, Separate lint givers (towels, chenille) from lint takers (corduroy, synthetics, permanent press).
LOADING • Reduce wash time by using a lower water level setting. Loads with only a few small items need less wash time. Proper loading of your washer contributes to proper cleaning and fabric care and reduces machine noise, • Drop items loosely into washer. Fill to the top of the basket (top row of holes). Do not wrap items around the agitator, Items should move easily through wash water for best cleaning and wrinkle-free results, Items should sink and reappear later.
CLEANING YOUR WASHER Exterior Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills with a soft, damp cloth or sponge as they occur, Occasionally wipe the outside of the washer to keep it looking like new. Do not put sharp or metal objects in your washer. They can damage the finish. Check all pockets for pins, clips, money, bolts, nuts, etc. Do not lay these objects on your washer after emptying pockets. Interior Clean interior with 1 cup (250 mL) of chlorine bleach mixed with 2 cups (500 mL) of detergent.
Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause. Check these lists for common laundry and washer problems, if you need further assistance, see service and assistance information on the back page, Problem Possible Cause Solution Washer Leaks Household plumbing is leaking. Repair plumbing. Inlet hoses not tight. Tighten hoses (see "Installation Instructions"). Inlet hose washers not properly seated.
Problem Possible Cause Solution Won't Drain/ Won't Spin/ Wet Loads (cont,) Low voltage or using an extension cord. Check electrical source or call electrician. Do not use extension cords. Cold rinses. Cold rinses leave loads wetter than warm rinses. This is normal. Continues to Fill/ Continues to Drain/ Cycle Stuck Drain hose is less than 39 in (99 cm) above floor. Raise the drain hose (see "Installation Requirements"). Drain hose fits tighfly into standpipe.
Problem Possible Cause Solution Machine Power cord not plugged in. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Stops No power at plug. Check electrical source or call electrician. Fuse blown or circuit breaker open. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. If problem continues, call electrician. Using an extension cord. Do not use extension cords. Timer is not lined up. Turn timer to the right slightly and pull to start. Timer knob not pulled out. Set and pull out knob.
Problem Possible Cause Solution Tearing Overloading. Improper use of washer, Loads should move freely during wash. Wash smaller loads or increase water level. Improper use of chlorine bleach. Undiluted bleach will damage fabrics. Do not pour chlorine bleach directly on load. Wipe up bleach spills. Sharp items not removed from pockets; fasteners not fastened. Clean out pockets before washing. Zip zippers before washing.
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