Kenmore Kenmore Electronic Three-Speed Automatic... Original instructions

Owner's Manual and
Installation Instructions
Electronic Three-Speed
AUTOMATIC WASHERS
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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. www.sears.com
Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8 www.sears.ca
3953137A PRINTED IN USA 7/99

BEFORE USING YOUR NEW WASHER ....... 2
KENMORE AUTOMATIC WASHER WARRANTY 3
WASHER SAFETY ........... 4
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 6
OPERATING YOUR WASHER 21
LAUNDRY TIPS ............ 39
CARING FOR YOUR WASHER 41
TROUBLESHOOTING ........ 42
SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT 47
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 nearest Sears store. You will need
the complete model and serial
numbers when requesting information,
Your washer'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 washer.
Model No. __
Serial No.
Date of Purchase
-- __'_Model and Serill
Number Plate
Keep this book and your Sears
Sales check (receipt) in asafe
place for future reference.

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, You will be charged for
labor after the first year.
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. You will be
charged for labor after the first year.
Limited 5-Year Warranty on
Gearcase Parts*
For the second through fifth year from
the date of purchase, Sears will replace
any gearcase parts that are defective in
material or workmanship. You will be
charged for labor after the first year.
Limited 2-Year Warranty on
Electronic Control Board
For two years from the date of
purchase, Sears will replace the
electronic control board if it is
defective in material or workmanship,
You will be charged for labor after the
first year.
Full 1-Year Warranty on
"Spreckle" Porcelain Basket
For one year from the date of
purchase, when this washer is installed
and operated according to the instruc-
tions that come with it, Sears will
replace the "spreckle" (speckled sur-
face) porcelain wash basket if it chips
or rusts due to defective material or
workmanship.
Full 1-Year Warranty on
Mechanical and Electrical parts
For one year from the date of pur-
chase, when this washer is installed
and operated according to the instruc-
tions that come with it, Sears will repair
or replace any of its mechanical or
electrical parts if they are defective in
material or workmanship.
Warranty Restriction
If this washer is operated for any pur-
pose other than private family use, all
warranty coverage is restricted to 90
days from the date of purchase.
Warranty Service
Warranty service is available by
contacting your nearest Sears Service
Center in the United States or Canada.
This warranty applies only while this
washer is used in the United States or
Canada.
This warranty gives you specific legal
rights and you may also have other
rights that vary from state to state or
province to province.
Sears, Roebuck and Co.,
Dept 817WA,
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Sears Canada Inc., Toronto,
Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8
*In Canada a different warranty may apply.
In the U.S. for Sears warranty information or
to contact a Sears Service Center, call
1-800-4-MY-HOME sM(1-800-469-4663).
In Canada, call 1-877-533-6937.
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Your safety and the safety of others is very important.
We have provided many importantsafety messages in this manualand 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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when
using your washer, fellow basic precautions, including the following:
• Read all instructions before using the • Do not allow children to play on or in the
washer, washer. Close supervision of children is
• Do not wash articles that have been necessary when the washer is used near
previously cleaned in, washed in, children.
soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, • Before the washer is removed from
dry-cleaning solvents, other flammable service or discarded, remove the lid.
or explosive substances as they give off • Do not reach into the washer if the tub or
vapors that could ignite or explode, agitator is moving.
• Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning • Do not install or store this washer where
solvents, or other flammable or it will be exposed to the weather.
explosive substances to the wash water. • Do not tamper with controls.
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 2 weeks or
more. HYDROGEN GAS IS
EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system
has not been used for such a period,
before using a washing machine, turn
on all hot water faucets and let the
water flow from each for severai min-
utes. This will release any accumulated
hydrogen gas, As the gas is flammable,
do not smoke or use an open flame
during this time.
• Do not repair or replace any part of the
washer 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,
• See Installation Instructions for grounding
requirements.
SAVE THESEINSTRUCTIONS
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INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
For a complete list of tools and parts
needed, see pages 7-9.
A. SELECT LOCATION
FOR YOUR WASHER (pgs. 11-13)
Recessed Area/
Closet Installation Instructions (p. 11) Laundry Tub Drain System (p, 12)
39 in
(99 cm)
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Standpipe Drain System (p. 13) Floor Drain System (p. 13)

B,REMOVESHIPPINGSTRAP(p,14)
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Tools Needed:
Scissors Flashlight (optional
depending on installation)
C, CONNECT DRAIN HOSE (pgs, 15-16)
pA_NsDHIST
Tools Needed: Parts Needed:
Su
Pliers that open
to l_'e in (3.95 cm) f11_q
Flashlight (optional
depending on installation)
1 yellow, single-wire
hose clamp (top of
drain hose)
1 silver, double-wire
hose clamp (bottom of
drain hose)
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D, CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WASHER (pgs. 16-17)
Tools Needed:
Pliers that open to lg_ in (3.95 cm)
Flashlight (optional
depending on
installation)
PaNs Needed:
2 water inlet hoses
4 flat water inlet hose washers
E. CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WATER FAUCETS (pg. 17)
Tools Needed: PaNs Needed:
Pliers that open to 1_,, in (3.95 cm)
Bucket
(optional Flashlight (optional
depending on depending on
8 installation) installation)
2 water inlet hoses

SECURE DRAIN HOSE (p, 18)
Tools Needed: Parts Needed:
Flashlight (optional
depending on installation) Shipping strap with fastener
G, LEVEL WASHER (p. 19)
Tools Needed: Parts Needed:
_-in (1.45 cm)
open-end wrench
Flashlight (optional
depending on installation) Wood block
2 front leveling legs with nuts
(supplied with washer)
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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.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into agrounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions
can result in death, fire, or
electrical shock.
This washer is equipped with a power
supply cord having a 3-prong grounding
plug. To minimize possible shock hazard,
you must plug the power supply cord into
amating 3-prong grounding4ype wall
receptacle, grounded in accordance with
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-
latest edition and all local codes and
ordinances.
3 prong
grounding=type
wall receptacle
3 prong
grounding plug
Grounding \ III //
ng
Power supply
cord
• For a grounded, cord-
connected washer:
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This washer must be grounded. In the
event of malfunction or breakdown,
grounding will reduce the risk of electri-
cal shock by providing a path of least
resistance for electric current. This
washer is equipped with a cord having
an equipment-grounding conductor 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
by aqualified electrician.
•For a permanently connected
washer:
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This washer must be connected to
a grounded metal, permanent wiring
system, or an equipment grounding
conductor must be run with the circuit
conductors and connected to the
equipment-grounding terminal or lead
on the appliance.
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A. SELECT LOCATION
FOR YOUR WASHER -
RECESSED AREA/
CLOSET INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
This washer may be installed in a recessed area or closet.
19 in
(48.3 _m)
*0 in-_= _27in_
(0 cm) (686 cm) _--*0 in -_1 inJ<F251/2in _4in
(0 cm) (2.5 cm) (648 cm) (10.2 cm)
r
48 in2
(310cm2)-
minimum
ventilation
area
24in2
(155cm_)
minimum-
ventilation
area
3 in
_(7.6 cm)
FrontView Side View FrontView
(Door NotShown) (Door Shown) (DoorWithVent)
*Additionalclearancetot wall, doorandfloor moldingsmay herequired.
TOreducetransferofwashersounds,a clearanceofI in (2.5 cm) onthesidesotthe washeris recommended.
•The installation spacing is in inches
(centimeters) and is the minimum
allowable.
• Allow additional space if other appli-
ances are to be installed in the area.
•If closet door is installed, the minimum
air openings in top and bottom are
required. Leuvered doors with
equivalent air openings in top and
bottom are acceptable.
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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 (below)
• Standpipe drain system (p, 13)
• Floor drain system (p. 13)
Do not store or operate washer at or
below 32°F (0°C) (some water may
remain in washer), See page 41 for
winterizing information.
Proper installation is your responsibility,
Make sure you have everything neces-
sary for correct installation including the
following points:
Grounded receptacle: Must
be within 4 ft (1.2 m) of where
the power cord is attached to
the back of the washer.
Support: Floor must be sturdy
enough to support a total weight of
315 Ibs (143 kg) (including washer,
water, and load weight).
Hot and cold water faucets:
Must provide water pressure
between 20-100 psi and be
within 4 fl (1.2 m) of the hot and
cold water fill valves attached to
the back of the washer. Laundry tub drain system:
_% Needs a minimum 20 gal
(76 L) laundry tub.
Level floor: Maximum least 39 in (99 cm)
allowable slope under entire above floor and no
washer -1 in (2.5 cm). higher than 96 in
(2.4 m) from bottom
of washer.
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ALTERNATE LOCATIONS -
STANDPIPE AND FLOOR DRAIN SYSTEMS
Siphon break: Must be purchased
separately. See chart below.
39 in
(99 cm)
Standpipe drain system: Needs a 2 in (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 floor and no higher than
96 in (2.4 m) from bottom of washer.
Floor drain system: Requires a siphon
break, see chart below. A minimum carry-away
capacity of 17 gaI (64 L) per minute is
required.
If you have: You will need to buy:
Laundry tub or standpipe Sump pump system
taller than 96 in (2.4 m) (if not already available)
1 in (2.5 cm) diameter standpipe 2 in (5 cm) diameter to 1 in (2.5 cm)
diameter standpipe adapter, Part No.
3363920
Overhead sewer Standard 20 gal (76 L) 39 in (99 cm) 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
Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center: In the United
States, call 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278). in Canada, call 1-877-533-6937.
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B. REMOVE SHIPPING STRAP
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Removing the shipping strap is
necessary for smooth operation,
If the shipping strap is not
removed, the washer will make
excessive noise,
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. Pull
yellow strap firmly, until completely
removed from washer. Depending on
your model, there should be either two
or three cotter pins on the end of the
shipping strap when it is pulled out of
the washer, The electrical plug is
attached to this shipping strap.
Electrical plug
STEP 2. 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.
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STEP 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 free from the electrical plug. You
will use this to secure the drain hose.
\
ippingstrap
PULL
Pin
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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 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
in (6 mm) from the end.
c. 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.
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d. Place clamp over area marked
"CLAMR" Release clamp.
(6Y_rnnrn)_ Drain H°se _, _
(6 mm)
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
A problem with lint clogging your drain Drain protector, Part No. 367031
Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Cente[ In the United
States, call 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278). in Canada, call 1-877-533-6937.
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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.
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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
intothe washer:
• Do not straighten hooked end of drain
hose and force excess drain hose into
standpipe. Hose should be secure but
loose enough to provide a gap for air.
• Do not lay excess drain hose in bottom
of laundry tub.
D. CONNECT INLET HOSES
TO WASHER
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Proper connection of your inlet hoses
will allow hot and cold water to enter
your washer properly. We recommend
connecting both the hot and cold
water inlet hoses for optimal perfor-
mance of your washer. If you only
connect one water hose, you must
cap off the remaining water inlet port.
NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after five
years of use to reduce the risk of hose
failure. Periodically inspect and replace
inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear,
or leaks are found. 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.
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COUPLING WASHER
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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 two4hirds turn with pliers to
tighten coupling. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN;
this could damage the valves.
ColdWater
InletValve
E, CONNECTINLETHOSES
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.
Water
Inlet
Valve
STEP 3. Attach the hose with the blue
coupling to the cold water (top) inlet valve.
Screw on coupling by hand. Make an addi-
tional two4hirds turn with pliers to tighten
coupling, DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN; this
could damage valves.
STEP 2, Attach the hose with the red
coupling to the hot water faucet, Screw
on coupling by hand. Make an additional
two4hirds 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 by hand. Make an
additional two4hirds turn with pliers to
tighten coupling. DO NOT
OVERTIGHTEN; this could damage
the coupling.
STEP 4. Turn on water faucets and
check for leaks. A small amount of water
may 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:
reach of water fill hoses 6 ft (1.8 m), Part No. 76314
10 ft (3.0 m), Part No. 350008
Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center. In the United
States, call 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278). In Canada, call 1-877-533-6937.
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F. SECURE DRAIN HOSE
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Securing the drain hose properly will
protect your floors from damage due
to water leakage.
STEP 1. Move washer to its final
location.
STEP 2. Locate the remaining piece
of shipping strap (not the end with the
cotter pins) from STEP 3 of
"REMOVE SHIPPING STRAP." Use
it to wrap the drain hose together with
the laundry tub or standpipe. Push
fastener into the nearest hole in the
shipping strap.
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.
Fastener
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G. LEVEL WASHER
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Leveling your washer properly pre-
vents 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 2. With one of the legs in hand,
screw lock nut onto leg _ in (9.5 mm)
from top of leg base. This is the
recommended initial setting.
STEP 3. Screw leg into washer base
by hand until nut reaches washer base.
Repeat for other leg.
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.
You may hear the self-adjusting rear
legs click into place. Lower washer to
floor. Check levelness of the washer
by placing a level on top of the washer,
first side4o-side; then front4o-back.
STEP 7. If washer is not level, prop
up the front of the washer and adjust
the legs up or down as necessary.
Lower washer and reset self-adjusting
rear legs (as in Step 6). Repeat Step 7
until the washer is level.
STEP 8. When washer is in its final
location and level, use a _ in (1.43 cm)
open-end wrench to turn nuts on front
legs tightly against washer cabinet.
If nuts are not tight against washer
cabinet, the washer may vibrate.
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STEP 4. Tilt washer backward until front
of washer is off the wood block. Remove
wood block. Gently lower washer to floor.
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REVIEW INSTALLATION
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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.
I Check electrical requirements.
Be sure you have correct electrical
supply and recommended grounding
method.
I Check that you have:
• All the tools you started with.
• Removed all packaging materials.
• Removed shipping strap with
cotter pins.
• Installed all parts listed on
pages 7-9.
[ Check that:
• The washer is level.
• The nuts on the front legs are tight.
[ Check that the water faucets are
turned on.
FINAL STEPS
I Plug power supply cord into
grounded outlet.
I Remove the blue protective film on the
console and any tape remaining on
washer.
[ Take a few minutes and read the
Operating Instructions (pages 21-38)
to fully understand your new washer.
Then, start the washer and allow it to
complete the HEAVY DUTY Cycle.
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