Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions One-Speed AUTOMATIC WASHERS \ IMPORTANT: Read and follow all safety and operating instructions before first use of this product. Your washer may look different from the washer shown. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A+ www.sears.com Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8 www.sears.ca 3953625 PRINTED IN U.S.A.
BEFORE USING YOUR NEW WASHER ............ KENMORE AUTOMATIC -- WASHER WARRANTY 2 ........ 3 WASHER SAFETY ---- INSTALLATION _ _ ........... -- ...... __4 INSTRUCTIONS 6 OPERATING YOUR WASHER 21 LAUNDRY TIPS - -- - ................... --__27 CARING FOR YOUR WASHER 29 TROUBLESHOOTING ......................... SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT P{ease read this manual. It will help you install and operate your new Kenmore washer in the safest and 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. Limited 10-Year Warranty on Plastic Tub* For the second through tenth year from the date of purchase, Sears will replace the plastic tub if it is defective in material or workmanship.
Your safety and the safety of others is 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 hazards that can kill or hurt you and others, All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER" or "WARNING.
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. • Do not wash articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, other flammable or explosive substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW For a complete fist of too/s and parts needed, see pages 7-9. A. SELECT LOCATION FOR YOUR WASHER (pgs, 11-13) Recessed Area/ Closet Installation Instructions (p.
B.REMOVE SHIPPING STRAP (p. 14) Tools Needed: Scissors Flashlight (optional depending on installation) C. CONNECT DRAIN HOSE (pgs. 15-16) AWuNsDH IST Tools Needed: Parts Needed: Pliers that open to 1%6in (3.
D. CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WASHER (pgs. 16-17) Tools Needed: Parts Needed: 2 water inlet hoses Pliers that open to 1_6 in (3.95 _,.1_ Flashlight (optional depending on installation) 4 fiat water inlet hose washers E. CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WATER FAUCETS (p. 17) i Tools Needed: Parts Needed: 2 water inlet hoses Pliers that open to 1_6 in (3.
F. SECURE DRAIN HOSE (p, 18) Tools Needed: Pads Needed: Flashlight (optional depending on installation) Shipping strap with fastener G, LEVEL WASHER (p. 19) Tools Needed: Pa_sNeeded: %6-in (1.
• For a grounded, cordconnected washer: Selecting the proper location for your washer will improve its performance and minimize concerns like washer walk or noise. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS 120-Volt, 60-Hz., AC-only, 15- or 20-ampere fused electrical supply is required. (Time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended.) Connect to an individual branch circuit. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This washer must be grounded.
A. SELECT LOCATION FOR YOUR WASHER RECESSED AREA/ CLOSET INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS This washer may be installed in a recessed area or closet. 3in 0 0 14 in rnax, _-19 in (48.3 _m) *0in cm) (310 cm _) minimum ventilation area (t 55 cm2) _ 24in2 minimum ventilation area I_ 27in *0in 1in (2.5cm) FrontView (DoorNotShown) 25½in " " 3 in 4in '" (10.2cm) SideView (DoorShown) FrontView (DoorWithVent) * Additional clearance for wall, door and floor moldings may be required.
LAUNDRY TUB DRAIN SYSTEM Check location where washer will be installed. This washer can be installed using one of three systems: Do not store or operate washer at or below 32°F (0°C) (some water may remain in washer). See page 29 for winterizing information. • Laundry tub drain system (below) • Standpipe drain system (p. 13) • Floor drain system (p. 13) Proper installation is your responsibility.
ALTERNATE LOCATIONS STANDPIPE AND FLOOR DRAIN SYSTEMS Siphon break: Must be purchased separately. See chart below. 39 in (99 cm) S / Standpipe drain system: Needs a 24n (5 cm) minimum diameter standpipe with minimum carry-away capacity of 17 gal (64 L) per minute. Top of standpipe must be at least 39 in (99 cm) above Boor and no higher than 96 in (2.4 m) from bottom of washer'. Floor drain system: Requires a siphon break, see chart below.
B. REMOVE SHIPPING STRAP .IFteJlrm,,_,, :1_] I[_ _[,11 STEP 2. Pull firmly to remove the end of the shipping strap that remains pinned to the back of the washer. This will release the rear self-leveling legs. Removing the shipping strap is necessary for smooth operation. If the shipping strap is not removed, the washer will make excessive noise, Pin To prevent floor damage, set washer onto cardboard before moving across floor. Move washer close to its final location. STEP 1. Do not cut yellow strap.
C. CONNECT DRAIN HOSE Proper connection of the drain hose will protect your floors from damage due to water leakage. STEP 1. To prevent the drain hose from coming off or leaking, it must be installed per the following instructions: IMPORTANT: To ensure proper installation, this procedure must be followed exactly. / a. Wet the inside of the straight end of the drain hose with tap water. DO NOT USE ANY OTHER LUBRICANT. TWIST AND PUSH b. Squeeze ears of silver, double-wire clamp with pliers to open.
For standpipe or laundry tub drain systems: STEP 2. Open yellow, single-wire clamp with pliers and slide over hooked end of drain hose to secure the rubber and corrugated sections together. HookedEnd DrainHose STEP 3. Put hooked end of drain hose into laundry tub or standpipe, Check for proper length of drain hose. Rotate hook to eliminate kinks. D. CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WASHER Proper connection of your inlet hoses will allow hot and cold water to enter your washer properly.
STEP 2. Attach the hose with the red coupling to the hot water (bottom) inlet valve. Attaching the red coupling first makes it easier to tighten connection with pliers. Screw on coupling by hand. Make an additional two-thirds turn with pliers to tighten coupling. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN; this could damage the valves. E. CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WATER FAUCETS STEP 1, Make sure washer basket is empty.
F. SECURE DRAIN HOSE Securing the drain hose properly will protect your floors from damage due to water leakage. If the water faucets and drain standpipe are recessed, put hooked end of drain hose in standpipe. Tightly wrap the shipping strap around the drain hose and water inlet hoses (not the handles or stems). Push fastener into the nearest hole in the shipping strap. STEP 1. Move washer to its final location. I ", J STEP 2.
G. LEVEL WASHER Leveling your washer properly prevents excessive noise and vibration, To install front legs: STEP 1. Prop front of washer up (about 4 in [10.2 cm]). Use a wood block or another object that will support the weight of the washer. If washer was placed against a wall, move the washer out slightly before tipping it up. STEP 5. Move washer to its final location. STEP 6. Tilt washer forward until rear of washer is at least 3 in (7.6 cm) off floor.
REVIEW INSTALLATION Take a few minutes to complete this checklist. It will help assure you that you have a proper installation and increase your satisfaction with your Kenmore washer, [ [ Check electrical requirements, Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. Check that you have: [ Check that: • The washer is level. • The nuts on the front legs are tight. [ Check that the water faucets are turned on.
To get the maximum cleaning and fabric care from your washer, please read and follow these instructions. NOTE: The drawings in this section show the basic features of all models covered by this manual, Refer to the supplied "Feature Sheet" for your washer's particular features. Explosion Never place items that are dampened or other flammable Hazard in the washer with gasoline fluids. No washer can completely remove oil. Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it (including cooking oils).
Antiperspirants, Deodorants Treat with a paste of ammonia and color_ safe bleach. Let stand for 30 minutes. Wash in hottest water safe for fabric. Grass Blood Ketchup, Tomato Products Sponge immediately or apply a prewash soil and stain remover. Rinse. Wash. If stain remains, apply a liquid detergent to stain or soak in warm water with detergent. Rewash. Rinse immediately or soak in cold water with detergent for 30 minutes. Rinse. Rub detergent into any remaining stains. Rinse thoroughly. Wash.
STARTING YOUR WASHER STEP 1. Add measured detergent directly into washer basket. Then place a load of sorted clothes in the washer. STEP 2. Close washer lid. STEP 3. Set WATER LEVEL Control Q based on the size of your wash load (details on page 24). STEP 4, Push the Cycle Selector Control (Timer) Knob _) in and turn to the right. Set cycle and time according to the type of fabric in the load (details on page 24).
SET WATER LEVEL CONTROL This control gives you the flexibility to save water when washing small loads. Your washer lets you select a water setting based on the size of your wash load. • To change to a higher water level setting after the washer has started to agitate, turn the knob to the desired new setting. SMALL LOAD LARGE LOAD SETTING YOUR CYCLE SELECTOR (TIMER) CONTROL Use this control to choose the agitation time and to start the washer.
RINSE AND SPIN When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes, or washing special-care items, you may find an extra rinse and spin is needed. STEP 1. Set WATER LEVEL Control, STEP 2, Set the Cycle Selector Control (Timer) Knob to the RINSE setting, STEP 3. Pull Cycle Selector Control (Timer) Knob out to start washer. AGITATOR STRAIGHT VANE AGITATOR This agitator is found in Kenmore large capacity washers, Its design is well-suited to handle your everyday loads.
UNDERSTANDING NORMAL WASHER SOUNDS UNDERSTANDING WHAT HAPPENS DURING THE WASHER CYCLE Your new washer may make sounds that your old one didn't. Because the sounds are unfamiliar, you may be concerned about them. REGULAR/SHORT/QUICK selected level Fill to The following describes some of the normal sounds you may hear and what causes them. Wash selected time During Drain The rate that water is drained from your washer depends on your installation.
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 into washer loosely. 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 wrinkle4ree results. Items should sink and reappear later.
CLEANING YOUR WASHER Proper care of your washer can extend its life. This section explains how to care for your washer properly and safely. WINTER STORAGE OR MOVING CARE Install and store your washer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in the hoses, freezing can Exterior damage your washer. If storing or Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills moving your washer during freezing with a soft, damp cloth or sponge as they weather, winterize it. occur.
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 back cover. Problem Possible Cause Solution Washer Leaks Household plumbing is leaking. Repair plumbing. Inlet hoses not tight. Tighten hoses (see "installation Instructions," Sections D & E). Inlet hose washers not properly seated. Reseat washers (see "Installation Instructions," Section D).
Problem Possible Cause Solution 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 instructions," Section C). Drain hose fits tightly into standpipe. Adjust drain hose for loose fit (see "Installation instructions," Section C). Drain hose taped into standpipe. Do not seal off drain hose with tape. The drain hose needs an air gap. Load is unbalanced. Redistribute load. Washer is not level.
Problem Possible Cause Solution Machine Stops Power cord not plugged in. Plug in power cord. No power at plug. Check electrical source or calI eIectrician. Fuse blown or circuit breaker open. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. If problem continues, calI eIectrician. 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. Machine is overloaded. Wash smaller Ioads.
Problem Possible Cause Solution Tearing Overloading. improper use of washer, Loads should move freely during wash. Wash smaller loads. Improper use of chlorine bIeach. 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. Items damaged before washing, Mend rips and broken threads in seams before washing.
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