Kenmore 91851/91951 Washer/Dryer User Manual
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1. o COTTON KNITS 9 Use hot or warm wash and warm Cotton Sturdy or cold cycle rinse LAUNDER FREQUENTLY Heavily soiled clothes are more difficult to get clean Old grease and oil stains may be impossible to remove o SORT CAREFULLY Separate whites from colored clothes heavily soiled from lightly soiled and lightweight fabrics from heavy sturdy fabrics USE ENOUGH WATER to allow clothing to move about freely This helps remove wrinkles as well as soil PRETREAT STAINS and heavi ly soiled areas Use liquid laundry detergent as a prewash soil and 9 e a permanently set wrinkles e Check care label before using bleach add fabric softener to rinse if desired e When drying small loads add several dry bath towels e Remove from dryer while slightly damp Reshape and finish drying on flat surface PLASTICS soft pliable plastics such as shower curtains window curtains mattress covers tablecloths without back ings children s bibs foam rubber etc can be machine laundered Stiff items such as place mats should be wiped with damp cloth rather than placed in washer To wash e Select Knit Delicate cycle e Use warm wash and warm or cold rinse a When washing shower curtains streaked with soap do not add detergent to wash Use water conditioner instead To dry o Use Air Only for 20 minutes e Add one or two bath towels to ab sorb moisture and help tumbling action2. 91801 91901 Electric Series 91851 91951 Gas Series eat pmi ananas Jur nt mer ero i verraet reen rem nt rh Aman MN at atta atta ata 4 eve erem adv elvAmeeiferere 4 Pub ctn V Ga ar aa aaa us a Me La EC aa aaa ala FE v mtr HAS oh ir rong UR FOES Pr PA mun T AAT NIMM SNP m 333 10e wii aT na nrar m sempre mre wan remanet verrmrerrermeeerer ritenere ren rv eren n Are vehat rr i tata ae taa EET amarre rni iriri 3 MA as a A aatia ya ii Important Safeguards 2 pam made Htc rrp reception E How to Prepare Laundry Loads i i 4 E i E j i 4 4 i Dispensers vasis ep AUCI p Ede i i i f Laundry Aids and Uses 05 wow Stain Removal een nnn F f i Laundry Center Control Settings M m Care of Special Fabrics Care of Permanent Press Items pecial Care for Special Things here re Narr Nhe barre ore Narre pen anne Drying TIBSsscuseus sos exa s tite Solving Laundry Problems 12 13 Care and Storage eee ees La Warranty and Maintenance Agreement gt a Before Calling for Service CUM EE i dod ee T Mes TE a a E ANE TES LS E T ee ASA PEEL DP ME PERTH E Er ETE regs Ms BONS fe uM EXE Included with
3. SHEER CURTAINS Most sheer curtains are made from nylon or polyester fibers which re quire special attention to prevent e Mes remover Allow setae i stand 30 to 60 minutes before washing A non flammable dry cleaning solvent may be used on the back side of stains When sol vent has dried rub area with bar soap and a little water or use liquid laundry detergent Rinse well and launder as usual SOAKING heips to loosen soil and ground in dirt See page 4 e USE correct water temperature and wash cycle See page 5 ALWAYS rinse in COLD water e LIQUID DETERGENTS are especially suited for greasy items Follow label directions EK Kj ti SF LL GE CO H 27 1j HE E To wash e Wash in small loads to allow cur tains room to move freely in washer o Use of liquid detergent is sug gested o Use warm wash cold rinse Use Knit Delicate cycle To dry o Use Delicate cycle Tumble for 30 to 35 minutes Remove immediately to avoid wrinkling SLIPCOVERS Many slipcovers now have a perma nent press finish and should be laundered frequently in warm water with a cold rinse To wash Use Perm t Press cycle e Select warm wash cold rinse To dry Use Perm t Press heat setting less ry e Remove from dryer while still slightly damp e Place on furniture and smooth into shape so they dry smooth and tight WOOLENS WOOL BLENDS Not all woolens are washable Some woolen
4. extension cord or remove grounding prong from power supply cord IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS A WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons when using washer and dryer follow basic precautions including the follow ing Prevent Fire AWARNING Do not wash or dry articles that have been previously cleaned in soaked in or spotted with gasoline cleaning solvents kerosene cooking oil waxes etc These sub stances give off vapors that could ignite or explode A WARNING Do not put oily or greasy rags or clothing on top of dryer These substances give off heat and vapors that could ignite the materials AWARNING Do not add gasoline dry cleaning solvents or other flam mable or explosive substances to wash water These substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode To prevent fire do not use heat to dry articles containing plastic foam rubber or similarly tex tured rubber like materials or pillows and clothing with feathers down AWARNING Under certain condi tions 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 hot water system has not been used for such a period before using washer turn on all hot water faucets and let water flow from each for several minutes This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas As the gas is flammable do not smoke Or use an Open flame during th
5. in this Owner s Guide Use only authorized parts e Do not tamper with controls e Do not install or store Laundry Center where it will be exposed to weather Always disconnect Laundry Center from electrical supply before attempting any service or clean ing Failure to do so can result in electri cal shock or injury AWARNING To prevent injury never reach into washer while parts are moving Before loading unloading or adding items touch STOP Allow tub to coast to a complete stop before reaching inside SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SN moo 2 read and follow manufacturer s care label and linting results cold wash freely AWARNING To prevent injury do not reach into dryer if drum is moving Wait until machine has stopped com pletely before reaching into drum A Failure to comply with these warn ings could result in serious personal in juries Safety Features THERMAL LIMITER SWITCH auto matically shuts down dryer motor in the unlikely event of an over heated situa tion electric dryer models only MOTOR SAFETY SWITCH shuts off heat in dryer if motor stops sort wash load by color fabric and construction amount of soil add measured amount of low sudsing detergent Or soap to emp ty washer Follow recommendations on detergent soap package for size load soil and water conditions In hard water areas slightly more detergent may be required for satisfactory dissolve powd
6. serious personal injury If articles are still wet at end of spin cycle e Is load unbalanced Unit is designed to complete cycle with unbalanced load which could leave articles damp Redistribute articles and touch SPIN ONLY e Is drain system clogged or re stricted If articles are not drying satisfactorily Is lint screen clean o Are exhaust duct and vent hood free of obstruction or lint blockage o Is dryer operating on AIR ONLY cycle which provides no heat e Are there too many articles in dryer Check loading section of this booklet 9 Is metal flexible duct kinked or pinched A WARNING Do not use plastic flexible duct to exhaust dryer Replace plastic duct with rigid or flexible metal duct Excessive lint can build up inside duct work creating a fire hazard and restricting air flow Restricted air flow will increase drying time Before Calling for Service Check the Following Points Convenience Light Models 91901 and 91951 Replace convenience light with fluorescent lamp number FIBT8 CW K24 by following these steps e Disconnect power cord from out let Remove the two access panel screws Gently pull panel down Remove the two screws holding lens in place Remove the two screws holding lamp clamps Pull bulb away from socket with gentle pressure Install new bulb by gently pushing terminals into sockets Replace clamps lens and access panel securely with screws e Connect pow
7. AST COTTONS Bleach remaining stains zi Remove excess wax Press between blotters with moderately hot iron Sponge with clean E Same procedure except use chlorine ing tuid Wash Bleach remaining stain with oxygen bleach bleach Harden with ice cube and remove excess Sponge with cleaning fluid Wash normally ii Soak in 2 tablespoons sodium hypo sullite to 1 quart water Or remove yellow with same procedure commercial color remover Rinse then wash normally 5213 Soak in warm water with a pre soak product Wash in lukewarm detergent solution Use 4 solvant to remove any grease spots See A WARNING Soak in warm water with a pre soak or detergent solution Bieach remaining slains Same procedure Use chlorine bleach Same procedure Use chlorine bleach and hot water wash Same as for candle wax ii stain has spread throughout ioad of clothes wash with hot water soap and 1 cup baking soda Or wash with detergent or E soap and chiorine bleach z4 Soak in cold water ii grease spot remains sponge with cleaning fuid S cod wate Same procedure SU See AWARNING 4 Sponge with white vinegar For stubborn stains saturate cotton with denatured alcoho Same procedure Wash 21 Wash Bleach remaining stain with oxygen bleach Wash Bieach remaining stain is Wet fabric rub spots with mild bar soap rinse Repeat if necessary do not use bleach 7 Sponge with warm water Wash Bl
8. Clean lint screen before or after EACH load check exhaust duct and vent hood for blockage improper installation Exhaust dryer outdoors incorrect duct system see installation Instructions Excess agitation Use short gentle agitation Fabric abrasion Turn items inside out use fabric softener In final rinse Metal fasteners which may rust when wet Remove wet items from washer and dryer when cycle ends Water supply containing iron Do not use chlorine bleach flush hot water pipes by running water at faucet until It ts clear have water supply checked Knit garments which become stretched Select quality garments dry knits flat if care label during construction and return to their suggests that method original size after laundering Heat Use lower water temperature and or heat level Tumbling n eyar Use fabric softener in washer or dryer improper loading of washer Do not wrap items around agitator improper cycle selection Select Perm t Press or Knit Delicate cycle No iron finishes of varying qualit Select permanent press items with quality finishes Improper water temperature Use hot water for white and colorfast permanent press Hems Laundry products not used correctly i Add detergent booster or bleach do not use chlorine bleach on spandex or washable silks and woos treat with color remover PAGE 13 CLEANING WASHER Inside Tub e Remove items from washer as soon as cycle is completed to pre vent development of milde
9. DE No Cotton Sturdy Cotton Sturdy milk cereal stains Y tsp to gal Soak before washing with a pre soak product and Shake out dust Remove stains Pretreat heavily soiled areas with deter Follow manufacturer s directions MERE trim Use Warm soak if heavily solled Warm Knit Delicate See page 9 Turn slacks and dark items inside out to prevent whitening and frosting of Hot Cald Perm t Press 4 1 2 cup fiquid laundry detergent in SOAK 1 2 to 1 cup in WASH for washing if shower curtains are soap stained add water softener to wash water don t use detergent Follow label directions Shake out dirt Air dry rubber lke or rubber backed rugs Wash one large or two smal rugs at a time Follow label instructions i Use Warm Soak for pillowcases stained with hair oil Be sure colors are fast and fabric is washable Mend tears remove detachable trim and fasteners Wash only one large or two small chair 4 covers al a time Cotton covers may be lightly starched Pretreat around neckline Follow manufacturer s recommendations Need special care to avoid shrinkage See Woolens page 9 Cold Perm t Press Warm Cold Perm t Press Perm t Press Warm Knit Delicate Xnit Delicate Hot See page 9 Remove stains Soak H necessary Use Hot wash for white and Hot or Warm Cold Cotton Sturdy Cotton Sturdy color fast Warm for others Use Warm Soak with 1 2 cup bleach for stained tea towels Cotton St
10. M T PRESS AUTO T D 4 or KNIT DELICATE Warm Warm AIR ONLY AIR ONLY FIMED DRY 15 20 Add dry towels to absorb moisture FOLLOW LABEL INSTRUCTIONS Always consult labels before washing or drying tennis shoes improper care can permanently damane some shoes eal FOLLOW LABEL INSTRUCTIONS DO NOT DRY RUBBER BACKED RUGS UNLESS AIR ONLY SETTING iS USED Soak diapers in a solution of cool water and a deodorizer until ready to wash Remove excess water from diapers before washing by using SPIN ONLY cycle PAGE 8 GLASS FIBER ITEMS Some people are very sensitive to glass fibers and develop a skin rash after contact with fibers Do not wash glass fiber items in washer For best results follow instructions on care label Most labels today sug gest Hand Wash Drip Dry Do not dry glass fiber items in dryer KNITS Man made acrylic polyester and nylon knits gt Use warm water cold rinse and Knit Delicate cycle Bleach with either chlorine or oxygen type bleach as needed following care label e Some man made knits have a ten dency to pil small balls of fibers on surface of fabric Turn garments inside out before laundering or place them in mesh bag Dry small loads Follow manufac turer s instructions e Allow garment to complete dry ing cycle including automatic cool down period before end of cycle e Remove items from dryer when tumbling stops to help prevent wrinkling
11. ONLY is excellent for fluffing and dusting Use AIR ONLY to air bedding dust draperies and slipcovers fluff decorative pillows and freshen clothes that have been stored in mothballs or in a stale closet Also use for safe drying of plastic and extra sensitive sheer fabrics e Place items in dryer e Touch AIR ONLY and time desired o Touch START Use the dryer as a valet The Kenmore Electronic Laundry Center is wonderful for steaming out wrinkles and refreshing cor duroy woolens and velveteen skirts jackets slacks or blouses Follow these directions e Place garments in dryer with one or two slightly dampened bath towels e Touch TOUCH UP and time desired Models 91901 and 91951 OR e Select 30 minutes of TIMED DRY Perm t Press cycle and let clothes tumble Steam from towels will press clothes e After 15 20 minutes before dryer stops tumbling remove garments and hang on a hanger PAGE 11 USE OF FABRIC SOFTENER SHEETS Over use of fabric softener can cause buildup of softener in laundry items giving them a greasy feeling Buildup can also form on lint screen and restrict air flow Softener buildup on lint screen can be remov ed by washing it in warm soapy water Buildup in clothing can be removed by Reconditioning load with water conditioner Follow package in structions OR e Laundering several times without fabric softener ek peg tet B
12. R ONLY TIMED DRY 15 20 TOWEL DEN COT STURDY AUTO T D 90 50 5 DELICATE DELICATE AUTO T D 30 40 3 ar 4 E PERM T PRESS PERM T PRESS _ AUTO T D prear pus Dry Partially Remove while damp and dry flat or doubled over line COT STURDY Warm Coid COT STURDY COT STURDY AUTO T D 50 60 5 or 6 KNIT DELICATE Warm Cold B8 DELICATE DELICATE AUTO T D 40 50 3 or 4 IMPORTANT FOLLOW LABEL INSTRUCTIONS Prewash if stained or heavily soiled COT STURDY TOWELS DEN COT STURDY AUTO T D 50 60 6 oF 5 Hot Warm Cold Warm KNIT DELICATE Warm Cold Warm f DEL EX GEN DELICATE AUTO T D 30 40 3 2 or 1 Prewash lf heavily solled COT STURDY Warm Cold COT STURDY COT STURDY AUTO T D 40 50 5 pS PERM T PRESS WARM Cold PERM T PRESS PERM T PRESS AUTO T 30 40 4 DELICATE DELICATE AUTO 1 D DELICATE AUTO T D 20 30 3 2 or 1 KNIT DELICATE Warm Coid DEL EX GEN COT STURDY COT STURDY AUTO T D 40 50 s FOLLOW LABEL INSTRUCTIONS KNIT DELICATE Warm Cold PERM T PRESS PERM T PRESS AUTO T D 40 50 4 PERM T PRESS PERM T PRESS AUTO T D 40 50 4or5 KNHIT DELICATE Warm Cold PERM T PRESS Warm Cold PERM T PRESS Hot Warm Cold PERM T PRESS PERM T PRESS AUTO T D 40 50 4ar5 PERM T PRESS _Hot Warm Cold f PERM T PRESS PER
13. al shock or serious personal injury AWARNING Do not use any type Of spray cleanser when cleaning dryer interior Poisonous fumes or electrical shock can occur o If drum is stained from non colorfast fabrics clean with a damp cloth and mild liquid household cleanser Wipe away the cleanser residue before drying the next load of clothes Air Grill This should be done when grill ap pears clogged PROCEDURE Remove right end of air grill first before using a small screwdriver to deflect tab to the left until it releases Slide the right end of air grill toward rear of dryer to release locking rib along front Slide air grill to the right to remove the left end To reinstall air grill position grill with locking rib towards front Of dryer insert left end into slot Slide air grill toward front until locking rib engages front of slot Carefully deflect right tab until it locks in place Exhaust System and Interior CLEAN FILTER flashing in dryer display window during opera tion indicates blocked air flow Stop dryer disconnect appliance from electrical supply and check lint fiiter exhaust duct and vent hood LAWARNING The interior of the dryer cabinet and exhaust duct can gather lint and dust over time depending on type of articles dried and amout of use An excessive amount of lint build up could result in inefficient drying and possible fire hazard These areas should be cleaned approximately ever
14. e dried together Consult care label before drying pius iun i pie off apon at could d ignite or splode UE UTION Remove all items E garments and fabrics to be dried such as facial tissues matches crayons nails safety pins or any metallic or hard objects which might damage clothes or ap pliance e Close zippers empty pockets fasten hooks and eyes to prevent snagging e Put socks and other small items in mesh bag for easier removal e Items to be ironed should be removed while slightly damp e Put damp dry items together in one load o If drying sheer items start with a cold drum e If drying only a few items add a bath towel or two to maintain proper tumbling action e f desired add a dryer fabric softener sheet e Remove and fold or hang clothes quickly to prevent wrinkling Do not overload dryer Clothes must have room to tumble and billow CONSULT CARE LABELS BEFORE DRYING ARTICLES Avoid over drying e Clothes except permanent press should be removed while they feel slightly damp If they are absolutely dry to touch they are too dry over drying increases wrinkling and shrinkage and wastes heat e To test for dryness take garment out of dryer and feel it in room temperature air Clothes will feel damper in warm moist air of dryer drum than they will in room air o When using TIMED cycle set minimum time shown on Control Settings Chart page 8 AIR
15. e difficult io rinse out PAGE 6 Remove stain before washing item If you treat stain witha For specific kinds of stains follow the directions below Flammable solution wash item in a basin before machine Use mildest treatment first Avoid using hot water on un washing item identified stains it may set the stain Never iron a stain AAWARNING Never put highly flammable substances like gasoline kerosene naphtha waxes cooking oils etc into a washer or dryer Never put articles that have been cleaned with such substances in a washer or dryer Failure to comply with these warnings could result in a fire explosion or bodily injury All items with these substances on them should be thoroughly hand washed with a detergent so that no trace of the flammable substance remains The STAIN WOOL AND NON COLORFAST COTTONS e AND LINENS Airplane Blgg Sponge with fingernail polish remover to dissolve glue Wash in warm water For acetate 3 lt do not use fingernail polish remover containing acetone because H will dissolve the fabric Same procedure Use hel water Alcoholic Baverages lt lt Sponge immediately with cold water then wash in warm water Remove old stains with Same procedure Use chlorine bleach SEES ssa oxygen bleach Wash in hot water lt 4 Sponge with cold water or soak in cold water with a laundry pre soak product Then washi Same procedure Wash in hot water COLORF
16. each remaining stain with oxygen bleach Pour boiling water through stain Bleach remaining stain Soak in warm water with a pre soak product Wash Bleach remaining stain Same procedure Same procedure Use hol water Bieach remaining stain Soak in cool water Wash Bleach remaining stain with oxygen bleach Pretreat before washing lf greasy treat with a grease solvent Wash in warm water with plenty of detergent Bleach remaining stain with oxygen bleach See WARNING Same as for candle wax xi Soak in warm water with a pre soak product Wash Bleach remaining stain with oxygen 1 bleach tz Use a spot remover Wash with detergent See AWARNING SS Washable ink Rub in detergent or glycerine then wash in warm detergent water Bleach remaining stain with oxygen bleach Ball point Sponge with cleaning fluid or alcoho Wash 4 in warm water Bleach with oxygen bleach See Grease and Tar E AWARNING lt Spenge with solvent Wash in warm detergent solution Bleach remaining stain with oxygen Sponge with solvent Wash in hot bleach See LAWARNING detergent solution Bleach 5j Wash Bleach remaining stain by soaking in an oxygen bieach solution Wash in hot or Wash Bleach remaining stain by soak warm detergent water ing in chlorine bleach solution Wash in i hot or warm detergent water 7 Treat with nali polish remover For acetate do not use
17. ed Have you touched START pad The internal motor protector will stop motor if it is overheated but will automatically reset after motor cools if display window does not indicate desired setting e Have correct Cycle Options and Cycle Adjustments been selected e Has cycle setting accidentally been reprogrammed See Personalized Cycle in Oper ating Instructions to return to factory set program or change per sonalized cycle if water does not enter Are water valves turned on o Are filter screens clogged They are located at water valve ends of hoses if there is no hot water o Are hot and cold water hoses reversed Hot water hose is iden tified If water does not drain e Are there kinks in drain hose e Is drain system clogged or restricted e Is drain hose lower than 33 in standpipe This can cause siphon ing and washer will continue to fill See Installation Instructions for further information e o o 0 9 If you still have a mcum after checking these items youcan obtain service by simply contacting your nearest Sears Service Center throughout the United States If water is leaking at hose connection e Disconnect hose from valve Remove rubber washer at end of hose and replace with new washer Reconnect hose to valve DO NOT overtighten Disconnect electri cal supply cord before servicing Electronic Laundry Center Failure to disconnect can cause electrical shock or
18. er cord to outlet Drum Light Models 91901 and 91951 Replace drum light with incandes cent bulb number 10C7 by following these steps e Disconnect power cord from out let e Remove lamp cover by turning it counter clockwise Remove bulb by turning it a quarter turn to the left and gently pulling bulb from receptacle Install new bulb and replace lamp cover Connect power cord to outlet o e e e o e When calling your Sears Service Center be ready to give the model number seria number and date of purchase of your appliance aa bie e your nearest Sears Senie studie e Drying Rack P N 145283 000 e Syphon Break P N 076660 000 e Drain Hose 9 Ft Long P N 142337 000 e For additional accessories check Laundry Center Parts List or your local Sears Service Center PAGE 16 PIN 131054000 3 92
19. ered detergent in warm water before adding to a choose correct water level for size of wash load select wash cycle designed for load to be washed read additional information in this guide to make your launder ing experience a satisfactory one put fabric softener in same water as soap detergent or other laundry aids Oil like spots on articles may result overload washer Articles must have room to move and turn A WARNING To prevent possible fire hazard do not put anything on top of Laundry Center or T ij ub Jt PAGE 3 FOLLOW MANUFAC TURER S CARE LABELS FOR LAUNDERIN presenta attirer orte FOR BEST WASHING RESULTS Sort wash loads according to color fabric type construction soil and lint sre m ez fh b Not bear colortas amp Perm Press h Blends a SOILS Wet Lightly ga I Normal 3 e Sleg amp Sol LINT tees h oe r Lint 28 Ed Maker Ej Terryctoth Chnonilig Flannet 6 dim 2 i Calchor a Perma Press Syntheiics Valvelean PREPARE WASH LOAD o Close zippers unbutton buttons and remove detachable trim mings Empty pockets and turn inside out Remove all items from garments and fabrics to be washed or dried such as facial tissues matches crayons nails safety pins or any metallic or hard Objects which might damage clothes or appliance e Remove stains see page 7 9 Pretreat very dirty areas cuffs collars
20. fingernail polish remover containing Same procedure Jus acetone because if wil dissolve fabric Scd Before washing treat with turpentine or solvent depending on type of paint See LA WARNING Same procedure Wash in hol water Sponge fresh stain with ammonia old stain with white vinegar Rinse Soak in warm water 4 with a pre soak product Follow with warm wash Wash Bleach with mild oxygen bleach Wash Bleach with chlorine bleach Never use oxalic acid or rust remover containing acid in or around washer It will damage 4 porcelain surfaces instead use a rust remover designed for water softeners or a laundry vestito Pour bolling water through stain Bleach with oxygen bleach Same procedure Use chlorine bleach PAGE 7 zl ald rust remover Times for Timed Drying are approximate based on Clothes dried in a dryer operating on a 208 volt circuit in average size loads Actual time needed will vary depend stead of a 240 volt circuit will result in longer drying time ing on size of load weight of fabrics and household voltage Man made fibers synthetics such as polyester WARNING To prevent fire and serious personal in nylon and acrylics should be dried on low heat jury do not use heat to dry foam rubber similarly tex tured rubber like materials or pillows and clothing with feathers down DELICATE Warm COT STURDY Hot Coid KNIT DELICATE Warm PERM T PRESS Warm AIR ONLY AI
21. is time A WARNING Clean lint screen before or after each load The interior of the machine lint screen housing and ex haust duct should be cleaned approxi mately every 18 months by qualified service personnel An excessive amount of lint build up in these areas could result in inefficient drying and possible fire See the Care and Cleaning sec tion A WARNING Keep area around ex haust opening and surrounding areas free from accumulation of lint dust and dirt A WARNING iFluorocarbon aerosol spray fabric softeners are not recom mended for use in this dryer Damage resulting from use of this type of softener can be considered a misuse of dryer A Failure to comply with these warn ings could result in fire explosion serious bodily injury and or damage to rubber or plastic parts of dryer Protect Children AWARNING Do not allow children to play on or in Laundry Center Close supervision is necessary when Laundry Center is used near children As children grow teach them the proper safe use of all appliances AWARNING Destroy carton plastic bags and metal band after Laundry Center is unpacked Children might use them for play Cartons covered with rugs bedspreads or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers AWARNING Keep laundry products out of children s reach To prevent per sonal injury observe all warnings on product labels A WARNING Before Laundry Center is removed from
22. o lives AA PEE MEM ns 4 ntn PCENA tp ene p v p fus Ne ea Seen FARTI ait OMEN ombining VE eee n Wie ets e MI eei TNI vd on gis PIRA S Sees PAGE 12 tat giu Me null Ye 3 akan AWARNING Fluorocarbon aero sol and pump spray fabric softeners are not to be used in this dryer Damage resulting from use of this type of softener can be considered as misuse of dryer Failure to follow this warning can cause serious per sonal injury Use of fabric softener sheets is preferred SAFETY DOOR SWITCH The safety door switch automati cally stops dryer when door is opened If door is opened during a cycle close door touch START and cycle will resume e Prnt DEMAIN TAA S INNO S i P una ters ar Ia emo ua Made za red Wipro aay oem HE fod Pkt T goal Marg ode tape Aes Me RRO YHA SIE LR UN TIU DICE ibl Aer we ev MPH Neqne II scree A t Mee T AT e MEN ar dedil SA P rd ART MUT MeN f E ER cee ig are Hs 124 TES vada raw y ona ata E D UD year Neh ev rV AUTOMATIC MOTOR PROTECTO The automatic motor protector stops motor when it is overheated due to overload It resets automati cally after motor cools for approxi mately 30 minutes Touch START to resume cycle AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE HI LIMIT SWITCH Ihe automatic temperature hi limit switch shuts off heat in event of overheating AWARNING Do not operate dryer if lint
23. rmly Make sure lid is snapped firmly onto dispenser To remove dispenser from agitator cap just pull up and off TO CLEAN DISPENSER Thoroughly rinse out dispenser in warm water to eliminate buildup of fabric softener Lid can be snapped off for easier cleaning After clean ing snap lid firmly in place Any black waxy residue can be removed by washing in hot soapy water Use only bar soap products Laundry or dishwashing detergents are not suitable PAGE 5 Use with detergent or soap for greasy soil when soaking or washing WARNING e DO NOT USE WITH CHLORINE BLEACH Can produce poisonous gas resulting in serious personal injury or death Do not pour directly on fabrics e Do not use in rinse cycle Bleach must be rinsed Do not use if there is iron in water THIS WILL CAUSE BROWN STAIN e DO NOT USE ON WOOL SILK OR SPANDEX Chiorine bleach will turn wool and silk yellow and will damage the fibers causing holes in fabric e Concentrated chiorine bieach will damage some fibers even cause holes e Do not use bleach with pre soak products Use to whiten clothes and to remove stains and odors when soaking or washing e Follow directions on care label of garment o Follow directions on bleach package Bleach is not a substitute for detergent Always use normal amount of detergent Can be used with detergents soaps and water conditioners Most effective during las
24. ry Check elements and connections repairs any time for the entire period of the Clean base and motor as needed and check Maintenance Agreement drum seal Provides a complete Prevention Mainte e Inspect exhaust systems nance check during the last month of the Maintenance Agreement at your request and convenience as listed t 9 amp 9 Li 4 This unlimited coverage is available for only pennies a day Let your Sears Sales or Service Technician explain all the benefits of a Sears Maintenance Agreement Sears service is nationwide Your Kenmore Laundry Center takes on new value when you discover that Sears has service units around the country using fully equipped trucks and staffed by Sears trained technicians These are Service Professionals who back up all Sears warranties These pro fessionals use Sears approved methods for expert repairs to fulfill the piedge We Service What We Sell lf you need SERVICE or PARTS for your Kenmore Electronic Laundry Center Be ready to give your Sears Service Center the model number serial number and date of purchase The model and serial numbers of your Kenmore Electronic Laundry Center are found inside the dryer door PAGE 15 if Electronic Laundry Center does not start Is plug disconnected from power supply or is plug loose in outlet not making good connection Is house fuse blown or circuit breaker off Is lid closed during spin cycle Is dryer door clos
25. s have a special finish or fiber blend which makes it possible to machine wash and dry them Gar ments with this special finish will be labeled as Machine Wash and Dry Follow garment manufac turer s recommendations on care labels BLEACHING directions on care labels should be followed FABRIC SOFTENER added to rinse water helps reduce wrinkling and static electricity Follow package directions or use fabric softener sheets in dryer e TUMBLE DRY for best results Do not overcrowd Use AUTO DRY or TIMED DRY Perm t Press cycle DRY CLOTHING COMPLETE LY Take out of dryer when Cycle Signal sounds and dryer stops Careful hanging or folding will reduce the need for ironing but some garments may need touch up pressing PAGE 9 In the following hints for better washing an all purpose consult garment labels and hang tags for manufacturer s detergent should be used unless stated otherwise See Con washing and drying instructions before machine washing trol Setting Chart page 8 for dryer timer settings Always and drying A WARNING Do not use heat to dry foam rubber or similarly textured rubber like materials or pillows and clothing with feathers down Man made fibers synthetics such as polyester nylon and acrylics must be dried on LOW heat Hot iE 7 n woe m Wash with regular baby wash Pretreat collars and c
26. screen is blocked damaged or missing Overheating damage to fabrics and fire hazard can occur manian f pari Ren f a MERAY lahat alin Sas terum i SPECIFIC LAUNDRY PROBLEMS New items Wash items separately to remove excess dye Contact with wet non colorfast items in Remove items from wash tub immediaiely after wash load cycle ends Fabric softener being poured directly on Dilute liquid fabric softener before adding to fina wash load rinse or dispenser Using other laundry aids with fabric Use fabric softener alone in final rinse softener improper use of dryer added fabric softener Place dryer sheet on top of load at beginning of sheets cycle Stained dryer drum Do not tumble soiled Hems in dryer Excess water in wash load Use an extra spin especially if load was unbalanced Hard water Use detergent not soap Line drying Use dryer whenever possible Improper use of bleach Do not pour liquid chlorine bleach directly on wash load use correct amount of bleach use only on chlorine bleach safe fabrics Zippers fasteners and sharp objects eer fasten buckles snaps hooks clean pockets Previously existing holes tears and Mend items before laundering weakened seams Fabric abrasion Turn synthetics and biends inside out Static cling rite des Scene in washer or dryer on t over dry Blocked air How Clean lint screen Paper or tissues Check pockets En ETL oars ea ae yp Biocked air flow
27. service or discarded remove lid to washer and drying corm partments to prevent accidental entrap ment Failure to comply with these warn ings could result in serious personal in juries Prevent Injury The Laundry Center must be installed and electrically grounded in accordance with local codes by a qualified service person to prevent electric shock hazard and assure stability during operation Installation instruc tions are packed on top of washer for in staller s reference Refer to INSTALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS for detailed grounding procedures If Laundry Center is moved to a new location have unit checked and reinstalled by a quali fied service person LA WARNING To prevent personal in jury or damage to Laundry Center the electrical cord of a gas dryer must be plugged into a properly grounded and polarized 3 prong outlet The third grounding prong must never be removed Never ground dryer to a gas pipe Do not use an extension cord AWARNING Follow package direc tions when using laundry products In correct usage can produce poisonous gas resulting in serious injury or death e Do not combine laundry products for use in one load unless specified on label e DO NOT mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar AWARNING To prevent personal in jury and damage to Laundry Center e Do not repair or replace any part of unit or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended
28. ss of wash loads is important when determining a water level Articles such as pillows blankets and rugs are more absorbent and re quire larger amounts of water For best results when washing bulky items set Water Level control at highest fili level WATER TEMPERATURES Water temperature is a very impor tant factor Approximate water temperatures are suggested in the chart below Use Control Settings chart on page 8 to heip determine correct wash and rinse temperature for fabrics When using water temperature colder than 60 F read instructions on detergent containers for cold water wash or the following may occur Detergents may not dissolve well leaving spots or streaks of deter gent on articles e Soils are difficult to remove e Some fabrics will retain wear wrinkles and may have increased pilling WATER HARDNESS AFFECTS CHOICE OF LAUNDRY AIDS Water hardness is determined by amount of minerals in water Minerals react with soap and form scum and curd Scum may remain on laundry causing yellowing or gray dingy clothing HARDNESS IS MEASURED IN GRAINS PER GALLON Grains per Gallon 0 8 4 6 7 10 if water hardness in your home is over 7 grains you will get better washing results by o Using detergent instead of soap o Adding extra detergent to wash especially in cold water washes e Using a water conditioner e Installing a water softener If
29. t five minutes of wash Use in warm soak or hot wash e Safe for all washable fabrics but check care instructions e Gan be used with detergents soaps and water conditioners Use when soaking or washing to remove dirt and soli e Can be used on all types of fibers e Can be used with bleaches and water conditioners Use recommended amounts suggested on detergent packages e Do not use in rinse e Slower less effective Hf too ditte is used will cause fabric to become yellow or gray Follow package instructions for amount Do not add fabric sofieners GRAYISH GREASY STAIN WILL RESULT e Do not use more than recommended amount or excessive suds will resuit e Can be used in any water e Pretreat stains and grease spots on fabric before loading in washer 9 Use soft water install a mechanical softener or use a non precipitating softening agent Use hottest water fabric will permit Dissolve detergent in small amount of water before adding washload e At the end of the cycle wipe out tub with a damp cloth e White steaks and powdery residue may occur Bright colors may become faded or masked Fabrics may become stiff and hard Whites may become grayed Stain removal is more difficult Flame retardant finishes may become ineffective Abrasion and linting may increase Rough deposits may coat the t
30. this Kenmore Electronic laundry Center are the Installation Instructions this Use and Care Guide Operating Instructions and the Quick Reference Card You may want to at tach self adhesive magnetic strips to the corners of the Quick Reference Card so that it can be mounted on dryer door NOTE The instructions appearing in this Owner s Guide are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing operating and main taining any appliance AWARNING For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS e Do not try to light any appliance e Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building e Clear the room building or area of all occupants e Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s in structions e if you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier PAGE 2 CORRECT Use this way ONLY 4A WARNING Avoid fire hazard or electric shock Do not use an adaptor plug
31. ub and interior components Do not use with detergent or bleach GREASY CURD OR FABRIC STAIN WILL RESULT Add only to rinse e Do not use excessively e Do not pour directly onto fabric Some may cause dark spots See stain removal directions page A WARNING DO NOT USE WITH CHLORINE BLEACH Can produce polsonous fumes resulting in serious personal injury or death e Do not use on non colorfast fabrics silk wool or acetate 90000089 Use in deep rinse to soften bath towels diapers eic and to reduce static electricity in synthetic fibers e Add to rinse to minimize wrinkling of permanent press fabric Help fabric repel lint e Use in soak cycle or overnight to remove tough dirt protein and some stains Use on fresh stains lightly soled areas grease or cil stains on permanent press e See package directions e Use in soak and wash to remove soll or fabric softener stain e Use with bleach or water conditioners Use in wash to reduce amount of detergent or soap required Must be used with soap to prevent soap curd in hard water e Use in rinse to aid in removing soap Use 1 cup of conditioner at start of rinse fill Use with detergents soaps and bleaches Must be used in soft water or with water conditioner to prevent soap curd Precipitating water conditioners such as washing soda form insoluble particles which may b
32. uffs with tiquid laundry detergent Pretreat heavily soiled areas by rubbing in liquid laundry detergent Let stand 30 to 60 minutes H clothes are heavily soiled use Warm SOAK for grease and oll Cold SOAK for dust or blood stained garments Use 1 4 to Pretreat heavily soiled areas brush on a little liquid detergent or wet area Wash separately Warm Knit Delicate Knit Deticate warm water nent Wash one darge or two small blankets at a time Warm Cold Knit Delicate Knit Delicate S If badly sun weakened even hand washing will cause tearing Be sure Warm See page 9 Perm t Press Do not wash or dry Warm Cold Perm Press Perm t Press Seams and creases on Garment Frequent washing lengthens life helps retain shape Remove non Warm Coid Knit Delicate Knit Delicate ing above washable trim Close zippers fasten hooks RINSE and rub in detergent Use Warm soak for oil juice stains Cold for egg Rins at once soak in diaper pail with solution of cold water and borax Hot Cold Cotton Sturdy Cattan Sturdy Plastic lined pants bibs crib sheets should be dried separately Follow manufacturer s recommendations oggi colors ate fast and fabric is washable Remove hooks and non washable eee MEER Requires regular washing H required use Warm soak Hot Cold Perm t Press Some plastics will tear if machine washed Place small Hems in mesh bag Warm MIN E 56105 1 Knit Delicate Air Only ELPFUL HINTS COCYD
33. underarms children s socks oil and grease spots with detergent water paste or full strength liquid detergent see Laundry Aids and Uses page 6 e When washing woolens dilute all purpose detergent before treating spot Excessive rubbing will cause shrinkage Permanent Press items require special care see page 9 PAGE 4 A CAUTION Certain pretreat ment products can damage washer s plastic and painted finishes Directly apply pretreatment products to stained fabric but away from washer After pretreatment wash and dry fabric as usual Damage to washer caused by pretreatment products is not covered by war ranty SOAK HEAVILY SOILED AND STAINED AREAS e Soaking helps loosen and remove certain kinds of dirts and stains e Use laundry detergent products diluted bleach or ammonia DO NOT USE CHLORINE BLEACH AND AMMONIA IN SAME LOAD POISONOUS FUMES CAN OCCUR e Soaking does not replace wash ing Always wash load after soak ing using detergent LOAD ARTICLES LOOSELY e Load articles no higher than top row of circular holes in wash tub e Do not put items on top of agitator or wind them around it e Mix large articles with small ones Large items should be no more than half total load WATER LEVEL The water level control can be set to provide the proper amount of wash and rinse water for specific wash load sizes Select water level that will cover top of dry load The bulkine
34. urdy Cotton Sturd Many are machine washable However because of its physical properties See Washing Woolens Knit Delicate See page 9 wool may shrink during washing As a generat rule if H can be hand page 9 Keep agitation washed it can be washed by soaking in the water A liquid detergent Warm Cold to a minimum is prelerred because it dissolves faster in a soak than granulated Pre treat woolens with liquid detergent Never use chlorine bleach Shake out dirt turn peckets inside out Soak clothes see page 6 then Cold Cotton Sturdy Cotton Sturdy 3 wash thoroughly PAGE 10 aa naana A a n AT nA Ua rale mtem adandan titre reme meme mtem m ere huma d DRY PRACTICALLY ANY FABRIC Generally fabrics that can be washed in the Kenmore Electronic Laundry Center can be dried in the Kenmore Electronic Laundry Center Washables not recommended for dryer loosely woven or hand knitted woolens and some rayons and silks Check care label Also see warnings below Be sure plastic buttons and buckles are heat proof When using delicate and permanent press fabrics check for dryness after minimum time suggested If various types of fabrics are mixed in drying load set controls for lighter weight fabrics and remove when dry Reset temperature for remaining fabrics GENERAL SUGGESTIONS FOR GOOD RESULTS An average size washer load is usually a dryer load Items that are washed together can generally b
35. w e Often when heavily soiled clothes have been washed a deposit of sand or dirt may ap pear around tub after completion of cycle This may be easily removed by using a liquid cleanser and rinsing thoroughly with water Cabinet e Never use harsh gritty or abrasive cleaners on any surface of the Electronic Laundry Center e At end of each laundry day wipe top and both sides of washer lid and dryer door with a damp cloth Turn off hot and cold water to reduce pressure on water hoses Occasionally clean entire cabinet with a damp cloth Stains on lid top or tub can be removed with a diluted solution of chlorine bleach 1 2 cup to 1 quart water Rinse well with clear water e Spray cans of color matched enamel are available from your SEARS Store or Service Center to touch up scratches on painted cabinet CLEANING DRYER Lint Screen e DRYING EACH LOAD Remove and clean lint screen located in door recess Failure to do so will result in longer drying times AWARNING Lint screen must be in place when dryer is operating Lint screen in place Dryer door will not close if lint screen is not properly inserted PAGE 14 BEFORE OR AFTER Care and Storage Dryer Drum AWARNING Disconnect electri cal supply cord before doing any of the following cleaning or servicing procedures on the Electronic Laundry Center Failure to dis connect can cause electric
36. will be responsible for lud D P P CUN LIMITED WARRANTY ON ELECTRONIC CONTROLS assembly The consumer owner will be responsible for all labor costs aes Tamily purposes sony age aes vary Tom aae eet state s dU 2 furnish a replacement gear case if defective i in material or r workmanship During ihe second through fifth years o Cpe free if i a a eplacement for any defective Or malfunctioning electronic control Fhe aboye warranty c coverage applies t to Kenmore Laundry Center used a XE s dus Pus jou specific legal rights and youn may also have other SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT Kenmore Laundry Center is engineered gt Complete operational check of switches manufactured and tested for years of depend and valves able operation Yet any precision machine e Operation check of Timer settings may require service from time to time A e Check belts for wear and tension Sears Maintenance Agreement relieves you Check all moving parts and oil leaks and completely of undue inconvenience and un lubricate as required ri as repair bills H Check electrical system e Extends mechanical adjustment and service e Check pump and hoses on a new Kenmore Laundry Center beyond Check operation of timer door switch and the warranty period thermostats e Includes all parts and labor at no addi Check leveling and balance mechanisms tional cost Check dispensers e Covers all service calls and necessa
37. y 18 months by qualified service person nel TO STORE LAUNDRY CENTER IN THE COLD The unit cannot be operated in freezing temperatures Before stor ing appliance remove water from all parts of washer l Turn off water supply faucets Disconnect hoses from faucets and drain 2 Add 1 gallon of non toxic RV antifreeze available from hard ware or recreational vehicle store to washer tub 3 Touch SPIN ONLY 4 Let washer spin for 1 or 2 minutes to let all water drain out Some but not all of the RV anti freeze will be expelled 5 Dry tub interior disconnect elec trical plug and close lid Store appliance in an upright posi tion To remove antifreeze after storage run washer through a complete cycle using 1 2 cup detergent Do not add clothes load 7 Kenmore Laundry Center FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON MECHANICAL OR ELECTRICAL PARTS AND MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENTS o For one year from fhe dale of potias aie ihe ee Xd Center washer dryer i is installed and operated in accordance with the in A structions inthe owner manual and installation manual Sears will repair or replace any mechanical or electrical parts in this washer dryer Af defective in material or omani and perform any Deeca adjustments at no charge ee ace mi LIMITED WARRANTY ON WASHER GEAR CASE After c one year and until five years from the date of a Sears will You
38. you do not know the hardness of your water supply contact your local water department or bring a sample into Sears Store for testing STARCHES Starch adds body to fabrics and helps to keep them clean longer Follow package directions for starching in washer DYES Follow package directions for dying in the washer After dying clean washer thoroughly by running a complete cycle using detergent and 1 cup chlorine bleach The tub and agitator may become dye stained but this will not harm the finish or transfer color to other wash loads vERY SOFT MED HARD HARD LIQUID BLEACH DISPENSER ACAUTION Failure to follow these directions can cause bleach damage to wash load e ALWAYS USE HIGH WATER LEVEL o MEASURE LIQUID BLEACH AS FOLLOWS DEPENDING ON SIZE AND SOIL SMALL LARGE RE uu Th THEN ADD WATER TO DISPENSER Pour bleach in dispenser 2 Then pour in water which flushes bleach from dis penser sO no bleach re mains in dispenser to carry over to next load of wash POWDERED BLEACH must not be used in bleach dispenser Add powdered bleach to wash water following directions on package Sra h Er i La a bd FABRIC SOFTENER DISPENSER TO FELL Measure fabric softener according to directions on package Add water to top of peg Follow in structions on container some softeners are already diluted agitator cap and press down fi
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