Kenmore Washer Operating instructions

Owner's Manual and
Installation Instructions
®
One-Speed
AUTOMATIC WASHERS
with Water Temperature Control
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 www.sears.com www.sears.ca
8527008 PRINTED IN U.S.A. 3/01

BEFORE USING YOUR NEW WASHER 2
KENMORE AUTOMATIC WASHER WARRANTY 3
WASHER SAFETY ............ 4
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS _ 6
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 10
OPERATING YOUR WASHER ..... 14
LAUNDRY TIPS ........... 22
CARING FOR YOUR WASHER _ _ _ 24
TROUBLESHOOTING 25
SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT 29
Please read this manual. It will help
you install and operate your new
Kenmore washer in the 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.
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ModelandSerial
NumberPlato
Use the space below to record the model
number and serial number of your new
Kenmore washer.
Model No.
Serial No.
Date of Purchase
Keep this book and your Sears
Salescheck (receipt) in a safe 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, 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. After the first
year, you will be charged for labor.
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. After the first
year, you will be charged for labor.
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 purchase,
when this washer is installed and
operated according to the instructions
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
purpose 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
1-80O-4-MY-HQME _ (1-800-469-4663). In
Canada, calI 1-800-533-6937.

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many importantsafety messages inthis manual and
on your appliance,Always read and obey all safety messages,
This isthe safety alert symbol,This symbolalerts you to
potentialhazards that can killor hurtyou and others.
All safety messages willfollowthe safety alert symbol
and eitherthe word "DANGER" or "WARNING,"
These words mean:
You san be killed or seriously
injured if you don't immediately
follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously
injured if you don't follow
Instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, 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, 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.
• 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 2
weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS
EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system
has not been used for such a period,
before using awashing machine, turn
on all hot water faucets and let the
water flow from each for several min-
utes. This will release any accumulat-
ed hydrogen gas. As the gas is flam-
mable, do not smoke or use an open
flame during this time.
• Do not allow children to play on or in
the washer. Close supervision of
children is necessary when the washer
is used near children.
• Before the washer is removed from
service or discarded, remove the door
or lid.
• Do not reach into the washer if the
drum, tub or agitator is moving.
• Do not install or store this washer where
it will be exposed to the weathen
• Do not tamper with controls.
• 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 Requirements" for
grounding requirements.
SAVE THESEINSTRUCTIONS

Tools and Parts
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%_in. (3.95 cm)
• Flashlight (optional)
Parts supplied:
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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. Flat water inlet hose washers (4)
Tools needed for securing the drain
hose and leveling the washer:
• Open end wrench _ in. (1.43 cm)
• Level
• Wood block
• Ruler or measuring tape
Parts supplied:
1 2
1. Shipping strap with fastener
2 Front leveling feet with nuts (2)
Alternate Parts You May Need
Parts listed are available from your local
Sears store or Sears Service Center.
Please reference the service numbers
located on the back page of this manual.
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If you have: You will need to buy:
Laundry tub or Sump pump system (if
standpipe not already avaUable)
taller than 96
in. (2.4 m)
1 in. (2.5 cm) 2 in. (5 cm) diameter to
diameter 1 in. (2.5 cm) diameter
standpipe standpipe adapter, Part
No. 3363920
Overhead Standard 20 gal (76 L)
sewer 39 in. (99 cm) tall drain
tub or utility sink, sump
pump and connectors
(available from local
plumbing suppliers)
Floor drain Siphon break, Part
Number 285320; addi-
tional drain hose, Part
Number 3357090 and
connector kit, Part
Number 285442
Water faucets 2 longer water fill hoses:
beyond reach 6 ft (1.8 m) Part Number
of fill hoses 76314, 10 ft (3.0 m) Part
Number 350008
Drain hose too Drain hose, Part No,
short 388423 and hose kit,
Part No. 285442
Drain hose Hose kit, Part No.
that is too long 285442
Lint clogged Drain protector, Part No.
drain 367031

Location Requirements
Selecting the proper location for your
washer improves performance and mini-
mizes noise and possible washer "walk."
Your washer can be installed in a base-
ment, laundry room, closet, or recessed
area. (See "Drain System.")
Proper installation is your responsibility.
You will need:
• A water heater set to deliver 120°F
(49%) water to the washer.
• A grounded electrical outlet located
within 4 ft (1.2 m) of where the power
cord is attached to the back of the
washer. (See "Electrical Requirements.")
• Hot and cold water faucets located
within 4 ft (1.2 m) of the hot and cold
water fill valves, and water pressure of
5-100 psi (34.5_689.6 kPa). Washers
with triple dispensers require 20-100 psi
(138.0-689.6 kPa) for best perfor-
mance.
• A level floor with a maximum slope of
1 in. (2.5 cm) under entire washer.
Installing the washer on carpeting is not
recommended.
• A sturdy floor to support the washer
weight (washer, water and load) of 315
Ibs (143 kgs).
Do not store or operate your washer in
temperatures at or below 32°F (0%).
Some water can remain in the washer and
can cause damage in low temperatures.
See "Washer Care" for winterizing infor-
mation.
Recessed area or closet installation
The dimensions shown are for the rec-
ommended spacing allowed, except the
closet door ventilation openings. The
dimensions shown for the closet door
ventilation openings are the minimum
required.
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1. Front view
2. Side view
&Closet door with vents
• Additional spacing should be consid-
ered for ease of installation and ser-
vicing.
• Additional clearances may be required
for wall, door and floor moldings.
• Additional spacing of 1 in. (2.5 cm) on
all sides of the washer is recommend-
ed to reduce noise transfer.
• If a closet door is installed, the mini-
mum air openings in the top and bot-
tom of the door are required. Louvered
doors with air openings in the top and
bottom are acceptable.
• Companion appliance spacing should
also be considered.

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 instal-
lation method you need. (See "Alternate
Parts You May Need.")
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Standpipe drain system -wall or floor
(view 1 & 2)
The standpipe drain requires a minimum
diameter standpipe of 2 in. (5 cm), The
minimum carry-away capacity can be no
less than 17 gal (64 L) per minute, A2 in,
(5 cm) diameter to 1 in, (2.5 cm) diameter
standpipe adapter kit is available, (See
"Alternate Parts You May Need.")
The top of the standpipe must be at least
39 in, (99 cm) high and no higher than 96
in. (2.4 m) from the bottom of the washer.
Floor drain system (view 2)
The floor drain system requires a siphon
break that may be purchased separately.
(See "Alternate Parts You 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.
Electrical Requirements
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded
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.
• A 120-volt, 60-Hz., AC-only, 15- or 20-
ampere, fused electrical supply is
required. Time-delay fuse or circuit
breaker is recommended. It is recom-
mended that a separate circuit serving
only this appliance be provided,
• This washer is equipped with a power
supply cord having a 3 prong ground
plug.
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Laundry tub drain system (view 1)
The laundry tub needs a minimum 20 gal
(76 L) capacity, The top of the laundry tub
must be at least 39 in. (99 cm) above the
floor and no higher than 96 in. (2.4 m)
from the bottom of the washer.

• Tominimizepossibleshockhazard,the
cordmustbepluggedintoamating,3
prong,ground4ypeoutlet,groundedin
accordancewithlocalcodesandordi-
nances.Ifamatingoutletisnotavail-
able,itisthepersonalresponsibilityand
obligationofthecustomertohavethe
properlygroundedoutletinstalledbya
qualifiedelectrician.
• Ifcodespermitandaseparateground
wireisused,itisrecommendedthata
qualifiedelectriciandeterminethatthe
groundpathisadequate.
• Donotgroundtoagaspipe.
• Checkwithaqualifiedelectricianifyou
arenotsurethewasherisproperly
grounded.
• Donothaveafuseintheneutralor
groundcircuit.
1. 3 prong grounding plug
2. 3 prong groun_ng-type ouUet
3. Groundprong
4. Powersupp_ cord
GROUNDING
INSTRUCTIONS
For agrounded, cord-connected
washer:
This washer must be grounded. In the
event of a malfunction or breakdown,
grounding will reduce the risk of
electrical 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 service-
man 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 outlel
have a proper outlet installed by a
qualified electrician.
For a permanently connected
washer:
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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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 approximate-
ly 3 feet (90 cm) of the final location.
Remove Shipping Strap
Removing the shipping strap is necessary
for smooth operation. If the shipping strap
is not removed, the washer will make
excessive noise.
1. Do not cut yellow strap. Pull yellow
strap firmly, until completely removed
from washer. Depending on your
model, there will 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.
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 feet.
Connect Drain Hose
Proper connection of the drain hose will
protect your floors from damage due to
water leakage, 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.
1, Check the drain hose to see if it is
the proper length.
2. Wet the inside of the straight end of
the drain hose with tap waten DO
NOT USE ANY OTHER LUBRI-
CANT.
3, Squeeze ears of silver, double-wire
clamp with pliers to open, Place
clamp over the straight end of the
drain hose ¼in. (6 mm) from the end.
/_1/4 "
(6 mm)
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