Kenmore 24-Inch Wide/120-Volt LAUNDRY CENTER and Operating instructions

Owner's Manual and
Installation Instructions
24-Inch Wide/120-Volt
LAUNDRY CENTER
Washer °Electric Dryer
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.
PAR-I NO. 3405595 PRINTED IN U.S.A.

BEFORE USING YOUR NEW LAUNDRY CENTER
SEARS LAUNDRY CENTER WARRANTY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - WASHER
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - DRYER
LAUNDRY TIPS
REMOVING STAINS
CARING FOR YOUR LAUNDRY CENTER
TROUBLESHOOTING - WASHER
TROUBLESHOOTING - DRYER
SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
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Please read this manual. It will help you
install and operate your new Kenmore
Laundry Center in the safest and most
economical way.
If you need more information about the
care and operation of Kenmore appliances
call your nearest Sears store. You will
need the complete model and serial
numbers when requesting information.
Your laundry center's model and serial
numbers are located on the Model and
Serial Number Plate.
Use the space below to record the model
number and serial number of your new
Kenmore Laundry Center.
Model No.
Serial No.
Date of Purchase
ModelandSerial
NumberPlate
Keep this book and your Sears
Salescheck (receipt) in a safe
place for future reference.

Full One Year Warranty on
Mechanical and Electrical Parts
For one year from the date of purchase,
if this laundry center is installed and
operated according to the instructions in
this manual, Sears will repair or replace
any of its mechanical or electrical parts
ifthey are defective in material or
workmanship.
NOTE: Exhausting your laundry center
with a plastic vent may void this warranty.
Pages 22-27 of this manual describe the
complete exhaust requirements for this
laundry!center.
Limited Five Year Warranty on
Gearcase Parts
After one year and until five years from
the date of purchase, Sears will replace
any gearcase parts that are defective in
material or workmanship. You must pay
the labor cost to have them installed.
Limited Ten Year Warranty on
Plastic Tub
After one year and until ten years from
the date of purchase, Sears will furnish
a replacement plastic tub for any plastic
tub that is defective in material or work-
manship. You must pay the labor cost to
have the plastic tub installed.
Warranty Restriction
If the laundry center is operated for any
purpose other than Private Family Use,
all warranty coverage is effective for only
90 days.
Warranty Service
Warranty service is available by contact-
ing your nearest Sears Service Center in
the United States.
This warranty applies only while this laundry
center is in use in the United States.
This warranty gives you specific legal
rights, and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA,
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179.
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'.'
These words mean:
You will be killed or seriously
injured if you don't follow
instructions.
You can be killed or seriously
injured if you don't follow
instructions.
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the
chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are
not followed.

YOUR SAFETY IS IMPORTANT TO US
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, or injury to persons when
using your laundry center, follow basic
precautions, including the following:
,, Read all instructions before using
the laundry center.
,, Do not wash or dry articles that have
been previously cleaned in, washed in,
soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-
cleaning solvents, or other flammable
or explosive substances as they give
off vapors that could ignite or explode.
, Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning
solvents, or other flammable or explosive
substances to the wash water. These
substances give off vapors that could
ignite or explode.
• Under certain conditions, hydrogen
gas may be produced in a hot water
system that has not been used for more
than 2 weeks. HYDROGEN GAS IS
EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system
has not been used for more than 2
weeks, turn on all hot water faucets
and let the water flow from each for
several minutes before using the
washing machine. This will release any
accumulated hydrogen gas. Because
the gas is flammable, do not smoke
or use an open flame during this time.
• Do not allow children to play on or in
the laundry center. Close supervision of
children is necessary when the laundry
center is used near children.
•Before the laundry center i_;removed
from service or discarded, remove the
washer lid and dryer door.
• Do not reach into the washer if the tub
or agitator is moving.
• Do not reach into the dryer if the drum
is moving.
• Do not install or store this laundry
center where it will be exposed to
the weather.
•Do not tamper with control.';.
• Do not repair or replace any part of the
laundry center or attempt any servicing
unless specifically recommended in the
Owner's Manual or in published user-
repair instructions that you understand
and have the skills to carry out.
• Do not use fabric softener.,; or products
to eliminate static unless recommended
by the manufacturer of the fabric softener
or product.
• Do not use heat to dry articles containing
foam rubber or similarly textured rubber-
like materials.
• Clean lint screen before or after each
load.
• Keep area around the exhaust opening
and adjacent surrounding areas free
from the accumulation of lint, dust, and
dirt.
• The interior of the machine and exhaust
vent should be cleaned periodically by
qualified service personnel
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IIMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
For a complete list of tools and parts
needed, see pages 5-9.
A. SELECT LOCATION
FOR YOUR LAUNDRY CENTER (pgs. 11-16)
Laundry Tub Drain System (p.12) Standpipe Drain System (p. 131)
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Floor Drain System (p. 13) Recessed Area/
Closet Installation Instructions
(pgs. 14-15)

B. INSTALL LEVELING LEGS (p. 17)
Parts Needed:
(supplied with laundry center)
2 rear leveling legs 2 front leveling legs
C. REMOVE STYROFOAM PACKING (p. 17)
Yellow card

D. CONNECT DRAIN HOSE (pgs. 18-19)
Tools Needed:
Pliers that open
to 19/16inches
Flashlight (optional
depending on installation)
AND
PUSH Parts Needed:
(supplied with laundry center)
1 silver, double-
1 yellow, single-wire wire hose clamp
hose clamp (top of (bottom of drain
drain hose) hose)
E. CONNECT INLET HOSES TO LAUNDRY CENTER (pgs. 19-20)
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Tools Needed:
Pliers that open
to 19/16inches
Flashlight (optional
depending on installation)
Parts Needed:
(supplied with laundry center)
2 water inlet hoses
4 flat water inlet hose washers
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F. CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WATER FAUCETS (p. 20)
Tools Needed:
Pliers that open S__/-"_ _
to 19/,6 inches _ OR ]'J
Bucket
(optional
depending on
installation) Flashlight (optional
depending on installation)
Parts Needed:
(supplied with laundry center)
2 water inlet hoses
G. SECURE DRAIN HOSE (p. 21)
Tools Needed:
Flashlight (optional
depending on installation)
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Parts Needed:
(supplied with laundry center)
Plastic strap

H LEVEL LAUNDRY CENTER (p 22)
Tools Needed:
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Flashlight (optional
depending on installation) Wood block
Parts Needed:
(supplied with laundry center)
2 front leveling legs
(installed previously)
I CONNECT EXHAUST (pgs 22-27)
Tools Needed:
Tin snips
'Flashlight
(optional depending
on installation)
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Flat-bladed
screwd river
Parts Needed:
4-inch metal elbow(s)
4-inch rigid or flexible (optional depending
heavy metal vent on installation)
4-inch outlet
exhaust hood
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(4) 4-inch
diameter clamps
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
It iis your responsibility:
•-Ib contact a qualified electrical installer.
• -Io assure that the electrical installation
is adequate and in conformance with
the National Electrical Code, ANSI/
HFPA 70 - Latest Edition and all local
codes and ordinances.
Copies of the code standards listed
above may be obtained from:
National Fire Protection Association
Batterymarch Park
Quincy, Massachusetts 02269
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The proper electrical connection
en_sures a safe installation that
meets local code requirements.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3-prong
outlet.
I)o not remove ground prong.
I)o not use an adapter.
I)o not use an extension cord.
I-allure to follow these instructions
can result in death, fire, or
electrical shock.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded.
In the event of malfunction or break-
down, grounding will reduce the risk
of electric shock by providing a path
of least resistance for electric current.
This appliance is equipped with a cord
having an equipment-grounding con-
ductor and a grounding plug. The plug
must be plugged into an appropriate
outlet that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances.
WARNING: Improper connection of
the equipment-grounding conductor
can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician
or serviceman if you are in doubt as
to whether the appliance is properly
grounded. Do not modify the plug
provided with the appliance - if it
will not fit the outlet, have a proper
outlet installed.
•A 120-volt, 60-Hz., AC-only, 15- or
20-ampere fused electrical supply
is required.
• A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is
recommended. Be sure fuse or circuit
breaker matches the rating of your line.
•Llse a separate circuit serving only
your laundry center.
•r)o not use an extension cord.
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A. SELECT LOCATION FOR
YOUR LAUNDRY CENTER
Selecting the proper location
for your laundry center will improve
its performance, make installation
easier and minimize concerns like
washer walk or noise.
Check location where laundry center
will be installed. Proper installation is
your responsibility. Make sure you
have everything necessary for correct
installation (see pages 12-13).
This laundry center can be installed
using one of three systems:
• Laundry tub drain system (p. 12)
• Standpipe drain system (p. 13)
• Floor drain system (p. 13)
The laundry center must not be installed
where it can be exposed to water and/or
weather.
•Proper operation of washer cycles
requires temperatures above 32°F
(at lower temperatures, some water
may remain in washer). See page 48
for Winterizing Information.
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors,
such as gasoline, away from dryer.
Failure to do so can result in death,
explosion, or fire.
• Proper operation of dryer cycles
requires temperatures above 45°F (at
lower temperatures, the drcer may not
shut off at the end of automatic cycles
and drying times will be extended).
• Check code requirements. Some
codes limit or do not permit installation
of laundry centers in garages, closets,
mobile homes or sleeping quarters.
Contact your local building inspector.
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LAUNDRY TUB DRAIN SYSTEM
Hot and cold water faucets: Must
provide water pressure between 5-100
psi and be within 4 feet of the hot and
cold water fill valves attached to the back
of the laundry center.
Laundry tub drain
system: Needs a
minimum 20-gallon
laundry tub.
Support: Floor must be sturdy
enough to support a total weight
ol=500 pounds (includes laundry
center and load weight).
Level floor: Maximum
allowable slope under
entire laundry center -
1 inch.
Top of tub must be at
least 39 inches above
floor and no higher than
96 inches from bottom
of laundry center.
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ALTERNATE LOCATIONS-
STANDPIPE AND FLOOR DRAIN SYSTEMS
Siphon break: Must be purchased
separately. See chart below.
Stamtpipe drain system: Needs a two-inch
minimum diameter standpipe with minimum
carry-away capacity of 17 gallons per minute.
Top of standpipe must be at least 39 inches
abow_floor and no higher than 96 inches
from bottom of laundry center.
Floor drain system: Requires a siphon
break, see chart below. A minimum carry-
away capacity of 17 gallons per minute is
required.
If you have: You may need to buy:
Laundry tub or standpipe Sump pump system
taller than 96 inches (if not already available)
1-hch diameter standpipe 2-inch diameter to 1-inch diameter
standpipe adapter, Part No. 3363920
Overhead sewer Standard 20 gallon, 39-inch tall drain
tub or utility sink and sump pump
(available from local plumbing suppliers)
Floor drain Siphon break, Part No. 285320;
additional drain hose, Part No. 3357090;
and connector kit, Part No. 285442
Part,,; listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center.
Call 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278).
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Rt-CESSED AREA/CLOSET
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Check governing codes and ordinances.
This laundry center may be installed in
a recessed area or closet.
The laundry center must not be installed
where it can be exposed to water and/or
weather.
• Proper operation of washer cycles
requires temperatures above 32°F
(at lower temperatures, some water
may remain in washer). See page 48
for Winterizing Information.
• Proper operation of dryer cycles
requires temperatures above 45°F (at
lower temperatures, the dryer may not
shut off at the end of automatic cycles
and drying times will be extended).
• Check code requirements. Some
codes limit or do not permit installation
of laundry centers in garages, closets,
mobile homes or sleeping quarters.
Contact your local building inspector.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this
appliance must be exhausted outdoors.
NOTE: No fuel burning appliances
may be installed in the same closet
as your laundry center.
LAUNDRY CENTER DIMENSIONS
Most installations will require at least
5-inch clearance behind the dryer for
the dryer vent.
Location must be large enough to fully
open dryer door.
713/4"
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MINIMUM INSTALLATION SPACING
• The installation spacing (shown below) is
in inches and is the minimum allowable.
• Adclitional spacing should be considered
for ease of installation and servicing.
• If closet door is installed, the minimum
air openings in top and bottom are
req_LJired.Louvered doors with equivalent
air ,openings in top and bottom are
acceptable.
• Recessed area and closet installations
require a 6-inch minimum clearance
above the laundry center.
• All installations must be exhausted
outside. Use at least the minimum
dimensions indicated.
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FRONTVIEW
(DOORNOTSHOWN)
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area _.. J 3"
-_1" minJ_-27'/_"-_I _'- "*'5'I," -_
SIDEVIEW FRONTVIEW
(DOORSHOWN) (DOORWITHVENT)
* Additionalclearancesforwall, doorandfloormoldingsmaybe required.
** Openingis minimumforclosetdoor.Louvereddoorwithequivalentair openings
isacceptable.
*** Additionalspaceisneededwhenexternalexhaustelbowisused.CanbeO"clearance
whenhouseexhaustingis linedupdirectlywithdryerexhaust.
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MOBILE HOME REQUIREMENTS
The laundry center must not be installed
where it can be exposed to water and/or
weather.
• Proper operation of washer cycles
requires temperatures above 32°F
(at lower temperatures, some water
may remain in washer). See page 48
for Winterizing Information.
• Proper operation of dryer cycles
r,_=quirestemperatures above 45°F (at
lower temperatures, the dryer may not
shut off at the end of automatic cycles
and drying times will be extended).
• Use at least the minimum installation
._,pacings described on page 15.
This laundry center 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
Slandard for Mobile Homes Construction
a,_d Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280).
• Laundry center exhaust vent must
not be connected with screws or other
devices which extend into the interior
of the vent.
• Laundry center must be exhausted
outdoors. The exhaust vent must be
securely fastened to a noncombustible
portion of the mobile home structure
and must not terminate beneath the
mobile home.
Floor/
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0utside
wall
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B. INSTALL LEVELING LEGS
To install rear legs:
STEP 1. If you have not already done
so, lay the laundry center on its side.
Because of the weight of the laundry
center, two people should lay it down.
STEP 2. Push legs into holes in rear
corners until they snap into place.
STEP 3. Check adjustability of rear
legs. by pushing in one leg. The other
leg should come out. Check both legs.
If they do not adjust, repeat STEP 2.
To install front legs:
STEP 1. Screw front legs into the holes
in the triangular braces in front corners.
Screw them in with an adjustable wrench
to the diamond marks on the ridges.
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STEP 2. Carefully stand the: laundry
center upright. Because of the weight
of the laundry center, two people
should lift it.
C. REMOVE STYROFOAM
PACKING
To prevent floor damage, set laundry
center onto cardboard before moving
across floor.
Move laundry center close to its final
location.
STEP 1. Open the washer lid. The latch
under the dryer will keep the lid open.
Read, then remove the yellow card on
the agitator.
Yellowcard
STEP 2. Pull the styrofoam packing out
of the washer.
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D. CONNECT DRAIN HOSE
Proper connection of the drain hose
willl 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 installa-
tion, 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.
b. Squeeze ears of silver, double-wire
clamp with pliers to open. Place clamp
over the straight end of the drain hose
%-inch from the end.
c. Open clamp. Twist hose back and forth
while pushing onto drain connector on
the side of the laundry center. Continue
until hose contacts the ribbed stops on
the cabinet.
p--
PUSH
d. Place clamp over area marked
"CLAMI_. Release clamp.
Soft
coupler
Drain_'_
hose _
Ribbed
Is
If you have: You will need to buy:
Drain hose that is too short Drain hose, Part No. 388423 and
hose kit, Part No. 285442
Drain hose that is too long Hose kit, Part No. 285442
Aproblem with lint clogging your drain Drain protector, Part No. 367031
Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center.
Call 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278).

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.
Hooked
end
Drain
hose
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.
To prevent drain water from going back
into the washer:
•Do not straighten hooked end of drain
hose and force excess drain hose into
standpipe.
•Do not lay excess drain hose in bottom
of laundry tub.
E. CONNECT INLET HOSES
TO LAUNDRY CENTER
Proper connection of your inlet
hoses will allow hot and cold water
to enter your laundry center properly.
It also helps prevent water damage
due to leaks.
Slip and Fall Hazard
Use new water inlet hoses.
Failure to do so can result in head
injury or broken bones.
NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after five
years of use to reduce the risk of hose
failure. Periodically inspect and replace
inlet hoses if you find bulges, kinks, cuts,
wear, or leaks. When replacing your inlet
hoses, mark the date of replacement on
the label with a permanent marker.
STEP 1. Insert one new, flat washer
(from the parts bag) into each end of
the inlet hoses. Check that washers
are firmly seated in couplings.
Flat
washer
Hose
coupling
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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.
STEP 3. Attach the hose with the blue
coupling to the cold water (top) inlet
valve. Screw on coupling by hand. Make
an additional two-thirds turn with pliers
to tighten coupling. DO NOT OVER-
TIGHTEN; this could damage valves.
F. CONNECT INLET HOSES
TO WATER FAUCETS
STEP 1. Make sure washer basket is
empty. Run water through both faucets
into a bucket or laundry tub to get rid
of particles in the water lines that might
clog hoses. Determine which faucet is
hot and which is cold. Mark the hot water
faucet.
STEP 2. Attach the hose with the red
coupling to the hot water faucet. Screw
on coupling by hand. Make an additional
two-thirds turn with pliers to tighten coupling.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN; this could
damage the coupling.
STEP 3. Attach the hose with the
blue coupling to the cold water faucet.
Screw on coupling to faucet by hand.
Make an additional two-thirds turn with
pliers to tighten coupling. OO NOT
OVERTIGHTEN; this coul,:l damage
the coupling.
STEP 4. Turn on water faucets and
check for leaks. A small amount of
water will enter the washer. You will
drain this later.
If you have: You will need to buy:
Water faucets beyond the 2 longer water fill hoses:: 6ft. hoses,
reach of water fill hoses Part No. 76314 or 10 ft. hoses,
Part No. 350008
Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center•
Call 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278).
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