Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions ® Three-Speed Triple Dispenser AUTOMATIC WASHERS IMPORTANT: Read and follow all safety and operating instructions before first use of this product. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman PART NO. 395;0143 Rev. A PRINTED Your washer may look different from the washer shown. Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. IN U.S.A.
BEFORE USING YOUR NEW WASHER SEARS AUTOMATIC IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTALLATION OPERATING WASHER WARRANTY INSTRUCTIONS 4 20 YOUR WASHER LAUNDRY TIPS 31 CARING 33 FOR YOUR WASHER SEARS MAINTENANCE 34 AGREEMENT Please read this manual. It will help you install and operate your new Kenmore washer in the safest and most economical way. For more information about the care and operation of Kenmore appliances call your neare,.st Sears store.
FUI_L 1-YEAR WARRANTY ON MECHANICAL AND ELI-CTRICAL PARTS For one year from the date of purchase, when the washer is installed and operated in accordance with the instructions in the Owner's Manual, Sears will repair or replace any mechanical or electrical parts in this washer, if defective in material or workmanship. LIMITED 5-YEAR WARRANTY ON GEARCASE PARTS After one year and until five years from the date of purchase, Sears will fumish replacement parts for any defective gearcase parts.
YOUR SAFETY IS IMPORTANT TO US. WAFINING: 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 the washer. before using • 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 co_JIdignite or explode.
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW For a complete list of tools and parts needed, see pages 6-8. A. SELECT LOCATION FOR YOUR WASHER (pgs. 10-12) Recessed Area/ Closet Installation Instructions (p. 10) LaundryTub Drain System (p. 11) k 3g" 1 ',Standpipe Drain System (p. 12) Floor Drain System (p.
B. FIEMOVE SHIPPING STRAP (p. 13) Tools Needed:: Scissors C. CONNECT Flashlight (optional depending on installation) DRAIN HOSE (pgs.
D. CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WATER FAUCETS (pgs. 15-16) Tools Needed: Parts Needed: OO Pliers that open to 19/16inches 2 flat water fill hose washers Bucket _!_ (optional depending on installation) E. SECURE Flashlight (optional depending on installation) DRAIN HOSE (p.
F. LEVEL WASHER (p.
Selecting the proper location for your washer will improve its performance and minimize concerns like washer walk or noise. ELI-CTRICAt. REQUIREMENTS 120-Volt, 60-Hz., AC-only, 20-ampere fused electrical required. (Time-delay fuse breaker is recommended.) indMdual branch circuit. 15- or supply is or circuit Connect to GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
A. SELECT LOCATION FOR YOUR WASHER RECESSED AREA/ CLOSET INSTALLATION - INSTRUCTIONS This washer may be installed in a recessed area or closet. 48 sq. in. minimum ventilation area 24 sq. in. minimumventilation area "1"--_ J_--'27"'--'_ ]4F--'1" --_1"_(--251/2"--_ Front:View (Door Not Shown) 3" 4" J_-- Side View (Door Shown) Front View (Door With Vent) *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: • Laundry tub drain system • Standpipe (below) drain system (p. 12) • Floor drain system (p. 12) Grounded receptacle: Must be within 4 feet ,of where the power cord is attached to the back of the washer. ! Do not store or operate washer at or below 32°F (some water may remain in washer). See page 33 for Winterizing Information. Proper installation is your responsibility.
ALTERNATE LOCATIONS STANDPIPE AND FLOOR DRAIN SYSTEMS Siphon break: Must be purchased separately. See chart below. @ Standpipe drain system: Needs a two-inch minimum diameter standpipe with minimum carry-away capacity of 17 gallons per minute. Top oi=standpipe must be at least 39 inches above, floor and no higher than 96 inches from bottom of washer. Floor drain system: Requires a siphon break, see chart below. A minimum carryaway capacity of 17 gallons per minute is required.
B. REMOVE SHIPPING STRAP Removing the shipping strap is necessary for smooth operation. If tlhe shipping strap is not removed, the washer will make excessive noise. STEP 3. Pull firmly to remove the other end of the shipping strap pinned to the back of washer. This will release the rear self-leveling legs. To prevent floor damage, set washer onto cardboard before moving across floor. Move washer (:lose to its final location. STI=_P1.
C. CONNECr DRAIN HOSE Proper connection of the drain hose will protect your floors from damage due to water leakage. STF'P 1. To prevent the drain hose from coming off or leaking, it must be installed per the following instructions: IMPORTANT: 7[-0ensure proper installation, this procedure must be followed exactly. AND /T WIST PUSH a. Wet the inside of the straight end of the drain hose with tap water. DO NOT USE ANY OTHER LUBRICANT. b. Squeeze ears of silver, double-wire clamp with pliers to open.
For standpipe systems: or laundry tub drain 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 D, CONNECT TO WATER INLET HOSES FAUCETS Proper connection of your inlet hoses will allow hot and cold water to enter your washer properly. It also helps prevent water damage due to leaks. Drain Hose Slip and Fall Hazard Use new water inlet hoses. STEP 3.
STEP 2. Remove water inlet hoses from washer by pulling upward with a hand-over-hand motion. Do not unscrew the hoses from their connections. STEP 3. Insert one new, flat washer (from the parts bag) into each end of the inlet hoses. Check that washers are firmly seated in couplings. • If the hose.'; become hard to pull, give a sharp tug to break the hoses free from the water inlet hose shipping holder.
E. SECURE DRAIN HOSE Securing the drain hose properly will prolLect your floors from damage due to water leakage. STEP 1. Move washer to its final Ioc_Ltion. m 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 2.
F. LEVEL WASHER Leveling your washer properly prevents excessive noise and vibration. To install front legs: STEP 1. Prop front of washer up (about 4 inches). Use a wood block or another object that will support the weight of the washer. If waslqer was placed against a wall, move tile washer out slightly before tipping it up. STEP 2. With ,one of the legs in hand, screw lock nut onto leg 3/8inch from top of leg base. This is the recommended initiial setting. STI--P 3.
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: • The washer is level. • The nuts on the front legs are tight. [] Check that you have: • All the tools you started [] Check that the water faucets are turned on. = with.
STARTING YOUR WASHER To get the maximum cleaning and fabric care from your washer, please read and follow these instructions. STEP 1. Place a load of sorted clothes in the washer. Add measured detergent directly into dispenser (see page 28). NOTE: The drawings in this section show the basic; features of all models STEP 2. (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired, add measured liquid chlorine bleach to the liquid bleach dispenser (see page 29). covered by this manual.
SET WATER LEVEL CONTROL SET WATER CONTROL TEMPERATURE Your washer lets you select a wash and rinse water temperature setting based on the type of load you are washing. This control gives you the flexibility to save water when washing small loads. • Using warm rinse water will leave loads dryer after the spin cycle than if you use cold rinse water. However, warm rinses may increase wrinkling when line drying.
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 electronic-ally senses and maintains a uniform water temperature by regulating incoming hot and cold water. • COLD _, dissolve andclothes will not be clean_.d completely. • W/arm wash iis regulated at approximately 100°E ATC does not control the hot wash water \_ }] (:OLD ,// • COLD 7 • / WARM temperature.
SETTING YOUR SELECTOR CYCLE (TIMER) CONTROL Use this control to choose the agitation time and to start the washer. • For heavy soil and sturdy fabrics, use the full time. • For light soil and delicate fabrics, use less time. PEFIMANENT PRESS The PERMANENT PRESS Cycle includes a load cooling process that reduces wrinkling compared to other cycle.,;. Use this cycle to get up to 4 minutes of agitation to help remove heavy soils and stains that need pretreatment.
CYCLE OPTION DESCRIPTIONS This control lets you add options to your wash cycle. The charts on pages 24 and 25 show you the proper settings for your Cycle Selector Control (Timer) and OPTIONS Control. The Cycle Selector Control needs to be set where you want the cycle to start and the OPTIONS Control needs to be set where you want the cycle to stop.
CYCLE SELECTOR CONTROL (TIMER) OPTIONS CONTROL ONE 2N? RINSI:@ RINSE PREWASH SOAK _/ONLY ONLY ,_ Desired Washer Cycle Set Cycle Selector Control (Timer) On Set OPTIONS Control On Add Detergent to: Prew_sh Only PREWASH _ PREWASH ONLY_) Basket Washer agitates, drains, and spins. Washer will stop after the PREWASH Cycle. Prewash & Wash PREWASH _ ONE RINSE O Basket and Dispenser Washer agitates, drains, and spins. Cycle Selector Control (Timer) will advance into the ULTRA CLEAN Cycle.
SE'LF-CLEANING LINT FILTER TRIPLE ACTION" Lint is filtered from the load automatically - there's no messy cleanup. Kenmore's exclusive TRIPLE ACTION" Agitator gives you the most flexible fabric care for even your largest loads. Your washer features a self-cleaning filter that traps lint from the water while the washer is washing and deep rinsing the laundry. The trapped lint is flushed down the drain automatically. You don't have to clean the filter.
UNDERSTANDING WASHER SOUNDS NORMAL USING YOUR TRIPLE DISPENSER 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 DISPENSER DETERGENT This dispenser will automatically dispense either liquid or dry detergents. It holds and automatically dispenses the detergent at the beginning of the main wash cycle. W_Lrm water is used for dispensing regardless of water temperature selected. The amount of warm water is not enough to harm delicate or non-colorfast fabrics. If using Powdered Detergent: • Remove the Liquid Detergent Cup or the Flow Diverter. Powdered detergent can clog these parts.
USING THE LIQUID CHLORINE BLEACH DISPENSER USING THE SOFTENER LIQUID FABRIC DISPENSER After loading the washer, measure and add the recommended amount of fabric Automatically dispenses bleach at the proper time in the cycle to ensure the cleanest and brightest loads. softener into the dispenser. manufacturer's directions. Follow Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Use a measuring cup, do not guess. Do not pour directly from bottle. Never use more than 1 cup for a full load.
UNDERSTANDING WHAT HAPPENS IN EACH CYCLE ULTRA CLEAN PERMANENT PRESS PREWASH Fill to selected level Fill to selected level Fill to selected level Wash selected time Wash selected time Wash selected time Drain - Partial Drain Drain - no spin Spin Pause Spin Fill to selected level Fill for cooldown Rinse Wash Off for PREWASH only or ULTRA CLEAN follows no spin SOAK Fill to selected level Drain - Drain - no spin no spin Spin Spin Agitate 2 minutes Off or 2ND RINSE Fill to selec
PREPARING CLOTHES FOR WASHING Follow these recommendations to help you proRong 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 u Proper loading of your washer contributes to proper cleaning and fabric care and reduces machine noise. • Drop items iinto 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 wrinkte-.free results. Items should sink and reappear later. • Load washer properly and select correct water level setting.
CLE--ANING YOUR WASHER Proper care of !/our washer can extend its life. This section explains how to care for your washer properly and safely. 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.
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 page 39. Problem Possible Cause Solution Washer Leaks Household plumbing is leaking. Repair plumbing. Inlet hoses not tight. Tighten hoses (see "INSTALLATIONI' Section D). Inlet hose washers not Reseat washers properly seated. (see "INSTALLATIONI' Section D). Drain hose not properly clamped or is off.
Problem Possible Cause Solution Won't Drain/ Won't Spin/ Wet Loads Low voltage or using an extension cord. Check electrical source or call electrician. Do not use extension cords. (cont.) Cold rinses. Cold rinses leave loads wetter than warm rinses. This is normal. Continues to Fill/ Continues to Drain/ Cycle Stuck Washer Makes Noise Won't Fill/ Won't Rinse/ Won't Agitate/ Wrong Temperature Drain hose is less than 39 inches above floor. Raise the drain hose (see "INSTALLATIONI' Section C).
Problem Possible Cause Solution Machine Power cord not plugged in. Plug in power cord. 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. 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. Items damaged before washing, Mend rips and broken threads in seams before washing.
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