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Kenmore 4908 Washer User Manual

1. Front Loading Automatic Washer Models 49087 Designed to use only HE High Efficiency Detergent Code n DC68 02883A 01 Sears Canada Inc Toronto Ontario Canada M5B 2C3 ENERGY STAR WWW Sears ca TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS sssssssssss 2 PROTECTION AGREEMENTS ssol 2 WA GAM AG ae 15 ss menueto keea a ae et evans 2 KENMORE ELITE WASHER WARRANTY 3 PEDESTALOPTIONWARRANTY l 3 WASHER SAFETY ssssssssos 4 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 5 Tools and Pans sa E URA NAA EA 5 Options as mo RR He p Son ie 5 Location Requirements s s ssssssss 6 Drain Systems ee sc sse di ended unoj ku gie i 7 Electrical Requirements s s 8 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS sosoolol 9 Remove Transport System eee ee eee ees 9 Connect the Inlet Hoses s ssssssseses 9 Route the Drain Hose 0 cee eee 10 SecuretheDrainHose e 11 Levelthewasher sssrvrsesresvreeouaveno ti Complete lnstalation ss sssssse ti FEATURES AND BENEFITS 12 WASHER USE ssssssscec 13 Starting Your Washer ccc ccc cee eee eee eee 13 Using the ProperDetergent s
2. E A 120 volt 60 Hz AC only 15 amp fused electrical supply is required A time delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided This washer is equipped with a power supply cord having a3 prong grounding plug To minimize possible shock hazard the cord must be plugged into a mating 3 prong grounding type outlet grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances If a mating outlet is not available it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have the properly grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the ground path is adequate E Do not ground to a gas pipe E Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure the washer is properly grounded E Do not have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS For a grounded 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 WA
3. Warranty service is available by calling 1 800 4 MY HOME 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 which vary from state to state or province to province For Sears warranty information or to contact a Sears Service Center please reference the service numbers located on the back page of this manual Sears Canada Inc Toronto Ontario Canada M5B 2C3 Product Record In the space below record your complete model number serial number and purchase date Model plate is located on the upper left hand corner of the door opening and on the rear right side of the unit Have this information available to help you quickly obtain assistance or service when you contact Sears concerning your appliance Model number Serial number Purchase date Inlet Hose replacement date Inlet Hose replacement date Inlet Hose replacement date Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure Save these instructions and your sales receipt for future reference PEDESTAL OPTION WARRANTY Full One Year Warranty on Mechanical Parts For one year from the date of purchase supplier will repair or replace any of its mechanical parts if defective in material or workmanship This Pedestal must be installed with this washer according to the instructions provided in the Pedesta
4. Eco Clean drum e e 1 34 C G Cold Cold Temp Spin Soil Level EH C Extra Hot EH Extra High H Heavy Cold H High A H C Hot Cold M Medium N Normal W W Warm Warm E Low y W C Warm Cold NS No Spin L Light 18 Normal For most fabrics including cottons linens and normally soiled garments Heavy Duty For sturdy colorfast fabrics and heavily soiled garments Whites For white fabrics with or without bleach Perm Press For wash and wear synthetic fabrics and lightly to normally soiled garments Sanitize For heavily soiled colorfast garments This cycle heats the water to 150 F 65 6 C to eliminate bacteria Bedding For bulky items such as blankets and sheets When you are washing comforters use liquid detergent Deep Steam For heavily soiled colorfast garments this cycle provides high washing temperature and steam and is efficient in cleaning stains I Delicates For sheer fabrics bras lingerie silk and other handwash only fabrics For best results use liquid detergent NNN Wool For machine washable wool Loads should be under 8 pounds Express Wash Rinse Spin Use for loads that need rinsing only or to add rinse added fabric softener to a load Spin Only Provides a spin to remove more water As with any new product you will he
5. NOTE If the water level or the temperature is too high the washer will drain automatically before the door unlocks To change Options after the cycle has started 4 Press the Start Pause button 2 Select the desired OPTIONS If the option is not available the machine will beep 3 Press the Start Pause button to continue the cycle To drain the washer manually Press the Start Pause button Select SPIN ONLY Press the Start Pause button to begin the drain PON e When the spin is complete the door unlocks Items can be removed from the washer 16 These lights show which portion of the cycle the washer is operating They also indicate when you can add an additional item to the wash cycle and when the controls are locked Load Sensing Wash Rinse Spin Adding items You can add or take out laundry items even after the wash has started as long as the Garment light is on Pushing the Start Pause button unlocks the door unless the water is too hot or if there is too much water in your Washer If you are able to unlock the door and wish to continue the wash cycle close the door and press the Start Pause button Locking controls This function prevents children from playing with your washer Spin Soil level Vitesse dl essorage Souiliwre Activating the Child Lock function Press and hold both the Soil Level and Cycle Signal buttons simultaneously for approximately 3 seconds e If
6. secured to the pedestal and all four pedestal feet must be in firm contact with the floor Washer making a different noise As with any new product you will hear sounds that you are not accustomed to You may hear various sounds when the door is locked or unlocked and during the washing rinsing or spinning process Between changes in wash actions there will be momentary pauses You will hear water spraying and splashing during the wash and rinse cycles These new sounds and pauses are part of normal washer operation Is washer installed on a sturdy and solid floor Refer to the Installation Instructions for flooring requirements Noise and vibration may be reduced by placing a piece of 34 19 1 mm plywood underneath your washer The plywood may extend underneath both washer and dryer to keep them at equal heights Is the washer gurgling or humming As water is drained from the washer you may hear air being pulled through the pump This happens during the end of draining lt is normal 25 2011 03 23 AA 9 35 43 E Are you washing items with metal snaps buckles or zippers You may hear metal items touching the washer drum This is normal E Were the 4 shipping bolts in the back of the machine removed See Remove Transport System Leaking E Was the door opened during Add a garment Water can drip off the inside of the door when opened after the start of a cycle Is HE
7. softener Laundry additives are diluted and dispensed automatically at the proper time during the wash cycle making it unnecessary for you to return to the washer during the cycle to add them It is normal for small amounts of water to remain in the dispensers when the wash cycle is complete Do not put laundry additives directly into the wash tub Always use the proper dispensers when adding laundry additives Choosing the Right Detergent Use only High Efficiency detergents The package for this type of detergent will be marked HE or High Efficiency This wash system along with less water will create too much sudsing with a regular non HE detergent Using regular detergent will likely result in washer errors longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance It may also result in component failures and noticeable mold or mildew HE detergents are made to produce the right amount of suds for the best performance Follow the manufacturer s instructions to determine the amount of detergent to use Use only HE High Efficiency detergent To fill dispenser compartments Automatic dispenser Your Washer has separate compartments for dispensing detergent and color safe bleach chlorine bleach and fabric softener All laundry additives are added to their respective compartments before starting your Washer The automatic dispenser MUST ALWAYS be in place before starting your Washer DO NOT open the automatic dis
8. NI Do not overload the washer The washer can be fully loaded E Check the fuse or reset the circuit breaker but not tightly packed The wash load must be balanced Lint E Straighten the drain hoses Eliminate kinked hoses If there is can be trapped in the load if overloaded a drain restriction call for service E Check the following E Close the door and press the Start Pause Button For your Was paper or tissue left in pockets safety your Washer will not tumble or spin unless the door is closed 27 Best Kenmore 592 49082 02883A 01 EN indd 27 2011 03 23 AA 9 35 43 E Did you use enough HE detergent Follow manufacturer s recommendations for the type of load you are washing For best performance use only High Efficiency detergent Use enough detergent to remove soil and hold it in suspension E Do you have hard water Use more detergent for washing heavy soils in cold or hard water E ls your water colder than 60 F 15 69C Wash water colder than 60 F 15 6 C may not completely dissolve the detergent Use hot or warm washes if safe for the fabric load Make sure your hot water system is adequate to provide a hot water wash E Are you using a low speed wash cycle Powdered detergents may not dissolve well in a slow speed cycle For best results use liquid detergent for slow speed cycles such as Delicates E Did you unload the washer promptly To avoid dye transfer unload the washer as soon as it
9. change A single item bulky items or overloading may cause as the automatic temperature control feature checks imbalance Add items or try to evenly distribute your wet incoming water temperature This is normal laundry in the drum and start a Drain amp Spin cycle If the M While your Washer is filling you may notice just hot and or laundry is still wet take half of the load out of the washer and just cold water going through the dispenser when cold or try again warm wash temperatures are selected This is a normal E Did you use HE detergent function of the automatic temperature control feature as your ae f Washer determines the temperature of the water Suds during rinse and spin cycles can reduce spin speed Use HE detergent Residue lint stains on load gray whites Door locked or will not open dingy colors E Did you add detergent to the dispenser ME Press the Start Pause Button to stop your Washer For best results add detergent to the detergent E Your Washer door will remain locked during the heating compartment OA detergent IS Me weston a Ut portion of the Sanitize Cycle E Did you sort properly E it may take a few moments for the door lock mechanism to Sort lint givers towels chenille from lint takers corduroy disengage synthetics Dye transfer can occur when mixing whites and colors in a load Sort dark clothes from whites and lights Does not drain and or spin E Did you overload the washer 2
10. cutlet E Make sure the end of the drain hose is correctly inserted and E Check the fuse or reset the circuit breaker secured to the drainage system E Close the door and press the Start Pause Button to start E Avoid overloading your Washer Lia For your safety your Washer will not tumble or spin unless E Use high efficiency detergent to prevent over sudsing the door is closed mi Has excessive suds E Before your Washer starts to fill it will make a series of clicking noises to check the door lock and do a quick drain E Use high efficiency detergent to prevent over sudsing E There may be a pause or soak period in the cycle Wait briefly and it may start E Reduce the detergent amount for soft water small or lightly Mi Check the screens on the inlet hoses at the faucets for soiled loads obstructions E Non HE detergent is NOT recommended Clean the screens periodically Fills with the wrong temperature water AN E Turn both faucets on fully Landa wet E Make sure the temperature selection is correct E Make sure the hoses are connected to the correct faucets E Did you use the right cycle for the load being washed Flush water lines Select a cycle with a higher spin speed E Disconnect the hoses and clean the screens The hose filter E Did you wash a single item or bulky items or have you screens may be clogged overloaded the washer ME As your Washer is filling the water temperature may
11. inlet screens on the fill hoses If all looks good press the Power button to activate the machine nF1 This occurs when high temperature water is supplied during the Wool course because the Hot and Cold valves are incorrectly connected Sr Problem with control Call for service OE A fault is detected in the water level sensor Call for service Best Kenmore 592 49082 02883A 01 EN indd 25 E2 Jammed Key Call for service 7E Ag Kit problem Call for service AE Communication error between SUB PBA and MAIN PBA Call for service SP1 SF2 SF3 System Error Call for service tE Temperature sensor problem Restart the cycle If the code reappears call for service 2E High Low voltage detected Restart the cycle If the code reappears call for service SUdS Too many suds are detected during the washing session The unit is put on hold until the suds are reduced Then the unit will go back to the operation When it finishes washing End and Sd codes will blink in turn To prevent it cut down on detergents Noisy vibrating off balance E Is the washer level The washer must be level The four feet should be properly installed and the nuts should be tightened against the washer cabinet All four feet of the washer must be in firm contact with the floor If the washer is on a pedestal the washer must be
12. offers you an outstanding service program affordably priced The Sears Protection Agreement E ls your way to buy tomorrow s service at today s price E Eliminates repair bills resulting from normal wear and tear E Provides phone support from a Sears technician on products requiring in home repair E Even if you don t need repairs provides an annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request to ensure that your product is in proper running condition KENMORE ELITE WASHER WARRANTY Two years Full Warranty on Washer amp Ten years Parts Warranty on Direct Drive Motor For two years from the date of purchase when installed and operated according to the Use amp Care Guide this washer will be repaired free of charge if defective in material or workmanship If the direct drive motor is defective in material or workmanship within the third through tenth year from purchase date call 1 800 4 MY HOME to receive a free replacement motor After the second year from purchase date you will be responsible for the labor cost of motor installation Service must be provided by a Sears Service Department in Canada or an authorized agent Warranty Restriction E If this washer is used for other than private family purposes this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase E Use of any laundry detergent not specifically designated for High Efficiency HE washers will void this warranty Warranty Service
13. selected wash cycle Some cycles cannot be selected with with this option You cannot select the prewash option in the Delicate Wool Express Wash Hand Wash Rinse Spin and Spin Only cycles E Extra Rinse Add an additional rinse at the end of the cycle to more thoroughly remove laundry additives and perfumes E Extended Spin Add additional time to remove more water from loads E My Cycle Choose your favorite cycle including temperature spin soil level option etc E Delay Start Any cycle can be delayed for up to 24 hours in one hour increments Displayed hour indicates the time at which the wash will be started E Cycle Signal Press the button to turn on or turn off the signal Temperature Guide Wash Water Temperature Suggested Fabrics Heavy Soils and Bright colors EXTRA HOT COLD HOT COLD Whites and pastels Heavy Soils WARM WARM Bright colors Moderate to light soils WARM COLD Bright colors Moderate to light soils Most wrinkle free items COLD COLD Colors that bleed or fade Light soils In wash water temperatures colder than 60 F 15 6 C detergents do not dissolve well Soils may be difficult to remove LAUNDRY TIPS Preparing clothes for washing Follow these recommendations to help you prolong the life of your garments E Use only High Efficiency detergents The package for this type of detergent will be marked HE or High Efficiency This wa
14. standpipe taller than available 96 2 4 m Overhead sewer Standard 20 gal 76 L 30 76 2 cm tall drain tub or utility sink and sump pump available from local plumbing suppliers Drain hose too short 3 3 ft 1 0 m drain hose extension kit Part Number DC82 01012A You have the option of purchasing a pedestal for this washer You may select a 14 35 5cm pedestal Remember that the pedestal will add to the total height of the unit Optional pedestal To order call your local Sears store For further information please call 1 800 4 MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 Pedestal Height Color Model Number 14 35 5cm Glacier White 19101 14 35 5cm Imperial Silver 19107 AS Stacking Kit z 2 e A Are you on planing to stack your Kenmore washer and dryer To do so purchase an optional stacking kit Model 18888 from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center Follow instructions included with the kit See Location Requirements Selecting the proper location for your washer improves performance and minimizes noise and possible washer walk Your washer can be installed under a custom counter or in a basement laundry room closet or recessed area See Drain System Companion appliance location requirements should also be considered Proper installation is your responsibility You will need A water heater set to deliver 120 F 49 C water to the washer E A grounded electri
15. the correct amounts of detergent fabric softener or liquid chlorine bleach to the correct compartments Add powdered or liquid color safe bleach to the Main Wash compartment Be sure to match powdered color safe bleach with powdered detergent or match liquid color safe bleach with liquid detergent E Is there water in the dispenser at the end of the cycle A small amount of water will remain in the dispenser compartment This is normal 26 Best Kenmore 592 49082 02883A 01 EN indd 26 Washer odor E See Cleaning Your Washer in Washer Care E Are you using HE detergent Use of non HE detergent can cause a film residue which can result in odor E Did you leave the door open after use This washer has a tight seal to avoid water leaks To avoid odors leave the door open to allow the washer to dry between uses Door won t unlock E Did all of the water drain out of the washer during the spin Select DRAIN 8 SPIN to remove any water remaining in the washer The washer door will unlock at the end of the drain E ls the door locked and is the Add a garment light on Press the Start Pause button The door will unlock Will not start Make sure the door is firmly closed Make sure your Washer is plugged in Make sure the water source faucets are open Make sure to press the Start Pause Button to start your Washer Make sure the Child Lock is not activated see page 14 Befor
16. to turn off your Washer then restart the cycle If the code reappears call for service dS Door is open when Washer is running Close the door tightly and restart the cycle If the code reappears call for service EL Your Washer failed to lock the door Close the door tightly and restart the cycle If the code reappears call for service Hr Water temperature control problem Heater Control problem Call for service LE Your Washer has tried to fill but has not reached the proper water level Call for service LO The door will not unlock Make sure the door is firmly closed Push the Power button to turn off your Washer then turn it on again If the code reappears call for service 3E Motor not running properly Restart the cycle pressing the Start Pause Button If the code reappears call for service nd Your washer is not draining It can also mean that the unit senses a small clog while draining Before calling for service check the following 1 Turn off the unit and turn it on again 2 Select only the Spin Cycle 3 Press the Start Pause to drain the water If it still does not drain call for service nF Your Washer has tried to fill but was unsuccessful Turn the machine off Make sure the water faucets are open all the way Turn the machine on to check for kinked hoses Turn the machine off Then turn the machine on again to check the
17. wash at the optimal time for high performance cleaning The bleach release system is included in the detergent advantage system The detergent is added at the beginning of the cycle and the bleach is added after the enzymes have had a chance to do their cleaning The Detergent Advantage System Dispenser tray is easily removed for cleaning Use only HE High Efficiency detergent WASHER USE Models 4908 Vapeur cydes Norma Delicates MAVO Normal D licats he M M paskalo Heavy Duty Whites 4 Feye a Ode Grande Rendement Blanes devas oo led Sensing Wash Rinse Spin Mon cycle Perm Press Wool 8 Extra Hot Cold Extra High Heavy Perm Press Laine Delay Sanitize Express Wash i e Hot Cold High en 5 Stan St rilisation Lavage rapide A A pere StarUPause i e WarmAWarm 6 Medium 9 Normal 77 pel Bedding Rinse Spin Cycle ee 5 Rimage at eninge l Warm Cold Low ev 9 Signal DEEP STEAM Spin Onl i Sigal Vapeurs profondes a 1 Only e Cold Cold No Spin elit ame Di Eco Clean E 7 Ka Drum Temp Spin Soil level Steam Ecornettoyage Temp rature de lavage Vitesse d essorage Souillure Vapeurs u tambour Your Washer is designed to use high efficiency HE detergents E High efficiency detergents contain suds suppressors that p reduce or eliminate suds When fewer suds are produced the load tumbles more effi
18. 7 gal 64 L per minute The top of the standpipe must be at least 30 76 2 cm high and no higher than 96 2 4 m from the bottom of the washer 3 7 6 om a pla rasa 12 30 5 cm 193cm Laundry tub drain system view A The laundry tub needs a minimum 20 gal 76 L capacity The top of the laundry tub must be at least 30 76 2 cm above the floor es e es em gt edo Hm Floor drain system view B Min top and bottom air openings for closet door The floor drain system requires a siphon break that may be purchased separately See Tools and Parts External exhaust elbow requires additional space l di i The siphon break must be a minimum of 28 71 cm from the Wall door and floor molding may require additional spacing bottom of the washer Additional hoses might be needed am Recommended installation spacing for cabinet installation E The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing For cabinet installation with a door the minimum ventilation openings in the top are required K cm 7 178 cm e gt 4 31 9 1 10 2 cm item 25cm 25cm 686cm 25cm 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
19. Attach the cold water hose to the washer s cold C water faucet Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer 3 Using pliers tighten the couplings with an additional two thirds turn NOTE Do not overtighten Damage to the coupling can result 4 Turn on the water faucets completely and check for leaks NOTE Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure Record hose installation or replacement dates on the hoses for future reference Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges kinks cuts wear or leaks are found 10 Proper routing of the drain hose protects your floors from damage due to water leakage Read and follow these instructions Remove drain hose from the washer Gently pull the corrugated drain hose from the shipping clips Laundry tub drain or standpipe drain Connect the drain hose form to the corrugated drain hose A B A Snap either end of the drain hose form to the drain hose at the point where the corrugation begins B Bend drain hose over drain hose form and snap into place To keep drain water from going back into the washer E Do not straighten the drain hose and do not force excess drain hose into standpipe Hose should be secure but loose enough to provide a gap for air Do not lay excess hose on the bottom of the laundry tub Floor drain You may need additional parts See Floor drain under Tools and Parts Pa
20. RNING Improper connection of the equipmentgrounding 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 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 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before Connect the inlet hoses to water faucets Check to ensure a washer is inside coupling Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install washer Failure to do so can result in back or other injury A Coupling IMPORTANT Position the washer so that the rear of the unit is B Washer within approximately 3 ft 90 cm of its final location Connect the inlet hoses to the water faucets Before using your Washer you must remove the four shipping bolts from the back of the unit Make sure the washer drum is empty fe QO all ie Bolis With the supplied wrench 1 Check the inlet hose to ensure a washer is inside each fill 2 Slide the bolt and spacer up and remove the bolt with the hose spacer through the hole in the rear wall of your washer Thr
21. all particles can stick to fabrics washed in subsequent loads and cause skin irritation Before disposing of your washer remove the door so that children or small animals cannot get trapped inside Do not sit on the top of your Washer Inlet hoses are subject to damage and deterioration over time Check the hoses periodically for bulges kinks cuts wear or leaks and replace them every five years Ensure pockets are free from small irregularly shaped hard objects or foreign materials such as coins knives pins etc These objects could damage your washer Do not wash clothing with large buckles buttons or other heavy metal SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation The parts supplied are in the washer drum Tools needed for connecting the water inlet hoses E Pliers E Flashlight optional Tools needed for installation E Open end wrenches 17 mm and 13 mm E Level Wood block E Ruler or measuring tape Parts supplied use for the upper Aj hole papa Wrench Bolt hole covers Water supply hose O i Hose guide Plastic Zip Hose Tie Alternate Parts Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center For further information please call 1 800 4 MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 if You Have You Will Need to Buy Laundry tub or Sump pump system if not already
22. ar sounds that you are not accustomed to You may hear various sounds when the door is locked or unlocked and during the washing rinsing or spinning process Between changes in wash actions there will be momentary pauses You will hear water spraying and splashing during the wash and rinse cycles These new sounds and pauses are part of normal washer operation See Troubleshooting Temperature selection button Press the button repeatedly to cycle through the different water temperature options Temp rature de lavage E Extra Hot Cold Heavily soiled colorfast items Only available with the Sanitize cycle E Hot Cold Whites and heavily soiled colorfast items i E Warm Warm Colorfast items When warm rinse is selected only the final rinse will be warm The other rinses will be cold to conserve energy E Warm Cold Moderately soiled colorfast items most wrinkle free items E Cold Cold Brightly colored very lightly soiled items LA p ADA Lt Spin selection button Press the button repeatedly to cycle through the different spin speed options Spin Vitesse d essorage E Extra High Removes more water from loads during spin To minimize wrinkling of wrinkle free and no iron fabrics DO NOT use the Extra High spin option for these loads nor overload your washer E High Use for underwear t shirts jeans and sturdy cottons E Medium Use for jeans wrinkle free or was
23. ay lint and dirt Turn synthetic knits inside out to avoid pilling Tie strings and sashes so they will not tangle Mend tears loose hems and seams Treat spots and stains Stained or wet garments should be washed promptly for best results E Mix large and small items avoid washing single items and load evenly E Wash small items such as infant socks in a mesh garment bags To create a balanced load it is recommend that more than one garment bag be used and that each garment bag be filled with equal amounts of material NOTE If you are washing only small items it is recommend that more than one mesh garment bag be used and that each garment bag be filled with equal amounts of material Loading suggestions maximum size loads Heavy Work Clothes 2 pair pants 3 shirts Mixed Load 2 double sheets or 1 king size sheet s 4 pillowcases 6 T shirts Towels 8 bath towels 8 hand towels Delicates 3 camisoles 4 slips 4 panties EXPRESS WASH cycle 2 3 garments 3 pair jeans 1 coverall 6 pair shorts 2 shirts 2 blouses 6 handkerchiefs 10 washcloths 1 bath mat 2 bras 2 nighties 2 dress shirt 1 pair dress pants 21 kad p Stain Use Liquid Use suggested Chlorine or Color Wash Cycle Save Bleach N Y Whites Use Liquid Use suggested Chlorine or Color Wash Cycle Save Bleach Y Whites AS INN Ta Ink Grass Y Cold or Warm a Y Whi
24. cal outlet located within 6 ft 1 8 m of where the power cord is attached to the back of the washer See Electrical Requirements E Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft 1 2 m of the hot and cold water fill valves and water pressure of 20 100 psi 137 9 689 6 kPa A level floor with a maximum slope of 1 2 5 cm under entire washer Installing the washer on soft floor surfaces such as carpets or surfaces with foam backing is not recommended E A sturdy and solid floor to support the washer with a total weight water and load of 400 Ibs 180 kg Do not operate your washer in temperatures below 32 F 0 C Some water can remain in the washer and can cause damage in low temperatures Installation clearances E The location must be large enough to allow the washer door to be fully opened E Additional spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing The door opens more than 90 and it is not reversible E Additional clearances might be required for wall door and floor moldings Additional spacing of 1 2 5 cm on all sides of the washer is recommended to reduce noise transfer E Companion appliance spacing should also be considered Washer Dimensions 2r Si TA 686cm 131 4cm 38 2 97 1cm 31 9 81 1cm Door is not reversible Recommended installation spacing for custom undercounter installation The dimensions shown are for the rec
25. ciently and cleaning is maximized WARNING Regular detergent is NOT recommended Please use only HE detergents NOTE Reducing the amount of detergent may reduce the quality of cleaning It is important to pre treat stains sort carefully by color and soil level and avoid overloading Fire Hazard E Brand names are trademarks of their respective Never place items in the washer that are dampened with manufacturers gasoline or other flammable fluids No washer can completely remove oil Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it oa including cooking oils Doing so can result in death explosion or fire Use only HE High Efficiency detergent WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance The following is a guide to using your washer Please refer to specific sections of this manual for more detailed information Do not store laundry products on the top surface of this washer Vibration is normal during operation 13 First Wash Cycle Without Laundry Before washing clothes for the first time choose the Normal Casual cycle and run it without clothes Use only HE High Efficiency detergent Use 15 the manufacturer s recommended amount for a medium sized load This initial cycle serves to ensure the interior is clean before washing clothes For All Wash Cycles 4 Load your Washer 2 Clos
26. d enters the washing machine the child may become trapped and suffocate e Once the Child Lock function is activated the Child Lock function continuous working even if the power is turned off Opening the door by force can result in injury due to damage to the product NOTE To add laundry when the Child Lock function is activated Choose Wash Cycles by rotating the Cycles selector knob to you have to first pause or deactivate the Child Lock function the desired cycle The indicator light for the cycle selected will NOTE If you want to open the door of the washing machine illuminate Each cycle is designed for different types of fabric when the Child Lock function is activated and soil levels e Pause or deactivate the Child Lock function Models 4908 e Turn the washing machine off and then on again Steam Cydes Vopeur cycles Expected Cycle Time B Normal 6 Delicates The cycle times vary automatically based on your water Heavy Duty 4 Whites pressure water temperature detergent and clothes load The Perm Press Wool cycle time will be extended if oversudsing occurs or the load is Perm Press Laine unbalanced Sanitize q Express Wash t rilisation avage rapide The suds reduction routine removes extra suds and assures Bedding g Rinse Spin proper rinsing of your garments The options you select will DEEP STEAM 5 in Onl also affect the cycle times that are shown in the Pre
27. detergent being used The non High Efficiency detergents can cause over sudsing which can leak from the rear of the washer Are the fill hoses tight E Are the fill hose gaskets properly seated Check both ends of each hose See Connect the Inlet Hoses in the Installation Instructions E ls the drain hose properly installed The drain hose should be secured to the drainpipe or laundry tub See Secure Drain Hose in the Installation Instructions Is the sink or drain clogged Sink and drainpipe must be able to carry away 17 gal 64 L of water per minute If clogged or slow water can back up out of drainpipe or sink Check household plumbing laundry tubs faucets drainpipe water pipes for leaks Dispenser operation E Did you follow the manufacturer s directions when adding detergent and fabric softener to the dispensers Measure detergent and fabric softener Slowly pour into the dispensers Wipe up all spills Dilute fabric softener in the fabric softener dispenser E Did you put powdered or liquid color safe bleach into the liquid chlorine bleach dispenser on some models Add powdered or liquid color safe bleach to the Main Wash compartment Do not use the chlorine bleach dispenser for color safe bleach ME Is the fabric softener dispenser clogged Clean the fabric softener dispenser See Washer Care for details Are the laundry products in the correct dispenser compartment Add
28. e the door 3 Add detergent and additives to the dispenser see pages 15 16 4 Select the appropriate cycle and options for the load see pages 17 20 5 Press the Start Pause Button 6 The Wash Indicator light will illuminate 7 The estimated cycle time will appear in the display The time may fluctuate to better indicate the time remaining in the cycle NOTE The actual time required for a cycle may differ from the estimated time in the display depending on the water pressure water temperature detergent and laundry 8 Before your washer starts to fill it will make a series of clicking noises to check the door lock and do a quick drain NOTE E When the cycle is complete the Door Lock light will go out and End will appear in the display m DO NOT attempt to open the door until the Door Lock light is off To add a forgotten item see Adding items section page 17 E When your Washer is restarted after a pause expect a delay of up to 15 seconds before the cycle continues E Pressing Power cancels the cycle and stops your washer ME The Wash Rinse and Spin indicator lights will illuminate during those portions of the cycle WARNING Do not place anything on top of your washer while it is running 14 Your new washer has a dispenser drawer with three separate compartments for your laundry additives one is for detergent one is for liquid chlorine bleach and one is for liquid fabric
29. e your Washer starts to fill it will make a series of clicking noises to check the door lock and do a quick drain E Check the fuse or reset the circuit breaker Has no water or not enough water Turn both faucets on fully Make sure the door is tightly closed Straighten the water inlet hoses Disconnect hoses and clean screens Hose filter screens may be clogged Open and close the door then press the Start Pause Button Has detergent remains in the automatic dispenser after the wash cycle is complete E Make sure your Washer is running with sufficient water pressure E Make sure the Detergent Selector dial is in the upper position When using granular detergent 2011 03 23 AA 9 35 43 Vibrates or is too noisy Load is too wet at the end of the cycle E Make sure your Washer is set on a level surface If the E Use the High or Extra High spin speed surface is not level adjust your Washer feet to level the a de appliance E Use high efficiency detergent to reduce over sudsing E Load is too small Very small loads one or two items may become unbalanced and not spin out completely E Make sure your Washer is not touching any other object E Make sure that the shipping bolts are removed E Make sure the laundry load is balanced Leaks water Stops E Make sure the door is firmly closed E Make sure all hose connections are tight a Elig the powercorainto A live SPENCE
30. ead the inlet hoses to the HOT and COLD faucet Repeat for each bolt connections f On the other end of the hose check for one rubber washer 3 Fill the holes with the supplied plastic covers per hose and install each fill hose to the water valve Make sure the hose with the Hot printed line is attached to the HOT faucet Tighten by hand until snug then two thirds of a turn with pliers 4 Keep the shipping bolts and spacers for future use Cold f a KNA A aj NOTE For correct water use connect both HOT and COLD water valves If either or both are not connected an nF no fill error can occur 2 Turn on the HOT and COLD water supply and check all connections at the water valve and the faucet for leaks Cold printed Hot printed NOTE Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on the valve Damage to the valves can result Clear water lines E Run water through both faucets and inlet hoses into a laundry tub drainpipe or bucket to get rid of particles in the water lines that might clog the inlet valve screens E Check the temperature of the water to make sure that the hot water hose is connected to the hot water faucet and that the cold water hose is connected to the cold water faucet H Hot water inlet C Cold water inlet 1 Attach the hot water hose to the washer s hot H water inlet valve Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer 2
31. h and wear items and synthetics E Low Use for delicate items needing a slow spin speed E No Spin Drains your washer without spinning Use for extremely delicate items that cannot tolerate any spin 19 Soil Level selection button Select Cycle Option Press the button to select the soil level washing time Soil level Souitlure E Heavy For heavily soiled loads E A Normal For moderately soiled loads This setting is best for most loads m y Eco Clean Drum Use for drum cleaning It cleanses drum of dirt and bacteria Regular use after every 40 washes is recommended No detergent or bleach needed Eco Clean _ Drum Eco nettoyage du tambour Press this button to use steam Steam Care is available with Heavy Duty Normal Whites Perm Press Sanitize Towels Bedding cycles For heavily soiled colorfast garments Steam care improves stain treatment and use less water of each cycle Steam Vapeurs 20 Press these buttons to select different cycle options M Cyde Mon cyele Pralavage Extra Delay Rinse Start Rincage D part Extra diff r cle Extended Si nal Spin signalde Profong programme essorage RON E Pre Wash To use this feature add detergent to the pre wash section of the detergent compartment When turned on the washer fills with cold water and detergent tumbles then drains and advances to the
32. he appropriate detergent compartment DO NOT pour color safe bleach into the Bleach compartment Fabric softener compartment 1 2 3 NOTES Pour the recommended amount of liquid fabric softener into the softener compartment For smaller loads use less than one capful Fabric softener should be diluted with water until it reaches MAX FILL in the compartment The dispenser automatically releases liquid fabric softener at the proper time during the rinse cycle Use the softener compartment ONLY for liquid fabric softeners DO NOT use the dispensing ball in Fabric softener Compartment with this Washer It will not add fabric softener at the appropriate time Use the detergent Compartment Brand names are trademarks of their respective manufacturers Bleach compartment Fabric Softener compartment 15 1 To pause the washer at any time press the Start Pause button 2 To continue the cycle press the Start Pause button Not all Options are available with all Cycles Cycles and Options can be changed anytime before START is selected To stop a cycle and select a new cycle Press the Start Pause button Select desired cycle Select the desired OPTIONS Press the Start Pause button to restart the washer at the beginning of the new cycle POR To cancel a cycle 14 Press the Start Pause button 2 The washer powers down the door unlocks and clothes can be removed
33. ith a low water level you can obtain the same results with smaller amounts of additives Because only the required amount of water is used the washer saves energy too You can obtain the same washing results for small and large load size Extra Large Capacity Even bulky garments and blankets get super clean The large capacity leaves enough room for a more thorough cleaner wash Suspension System To reduce washer walk and off balance conditions your new washer combines E 2 Springs to isolate vibration E 4 Shock absorbers at the washer base to minimize movement Stainless Steel Drum The stainless steel drum eliminates corrosion and enables higher spin speeds for more water extraction reducing drying time Direct Drive Inverter Motor The power to handle anything Our direct drive inverter motor delivers power right to the washer tub from a variable speed reversible motor A beltless direct drive motor generates a higher spin speed of 1 200 RPM for more effective quiet operation The washer also has fewer moving parts 12 Spin Speeds This washer automatically selects the spin speed based on the cycle selected This factory setting can be changed however This washer offers up to three different spin speed choices Detergent Advantage System Dispenser The three compartments in the dispenser allow loading of all laundry additives before the washer is started The additives will be dispensed into the
34. l Installation Instructions Warranty Restriction If the pedestal is subject to other than private family use and or if the pedestal is used with any other product than those listed in the installation instructions the above warranty coverage is null and void Product Record In the space below record your complete model number serial number and purchase date Model plate for the pedestal is located on the rear of the upper right hand corner Have this information available to help you quickly obtain assistance or service when you contact Sears concerning your pedestal Model number Serial number Purchase date 7 Save these instructions and your sales receipt for future reference WASHER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are 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 potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word WARNING or CAUTION These words mean Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury or death Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor personal injury or property damage All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell
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36. nd add bleach to the automatic dispenser Run your Washer through the cycle without a load E Turn the water faucets off and disconnect the inlet hoses E Unplug your Washer from the electrical outlet and leave your Washer door open to let air circulate inside the tumbler E lf your Washer has been stored in below freezing temperatures allow time for any leftover water in your Washer to thaw out before use Cleaning the debris filter We recommend cleaning the debris filter when water does not drain well 1 Open the filter cover by using a key or coin i KONDI 2 Unscrew the drain cap by turning it counterclockwise 3 Hold the cap on the end of the drain tube and slowly pull it 4 Remove the debris filter cap 23 5 Wash any dirt or other material from the debris filter Make sure the drain pump propeller behind the debris filter is not blocked 6 Replace the debris filter cap 7 Replace the filter cover 8 Close up the opening of drain tube with cap 9 Don t insert the drain tube in the hole 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 record the date of replacement Install and store your washer where it will not freeze Because some water may stay in the hoses freezing can damage your washer If storing or m
37. ommended spacing Custom undercounter installation Washer only 38 2 min o 97 1 cm y 4 27 pj 1 2 5 cm 68 6 cm 2 5 cm Recommended installation spacing for recessed or closet installation with or without a pedestal The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing Recessed area or closet installation Y 7 6 cm 48 in 310 cm LELEL LEP IROJ 24 In POR a e A 81 4cm 10 2 cm A B A Side view closet or confined area B Closet door with vents qu 31 9 A Min top and bottom air openings for closet door Recessed or closet installation Washer on pedestal 11 a qu qu 3149 Bel gr 25 cm 68 6 cm 2 5cm l cm 81 1 cm a 0 2 A B A Recessed area B Side view closet or confined area Recommended installation spacing for recessed or closet installation with stacked washer and dryer 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 installation method you need See Tools and Parts The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing 48 ln 310 cm Y 3 7 6 em Standpipe drain system wall or floor views A amp B The standpipe drain requires a minimum diameter standpipe of 2 5 cm The minimum carry away capacity can be no less than 1
38. open to allow the inside of your Washer to dry out Use a soft cloth to wipe up all detergent bleach or other spills as they occur Clean the following as recommended Control Panel Clean with a soft damp cloth Do not use abrasive powders or cleaning pads Do not spray cleaners directly on the panel Cabinet Clean with soap and water Cleaning the interior Clean the interior of your Washer periodically to remove any dirt soil odor mold mildew or bacterial residue that may remain in your Washer as a result of washing clothes Failure to follow these instructions may result in unpleasant conditions including odors and or permanent stains on your Washer or laundry Hard water deposits may be removed if needed Use a cleaner labeled Washer safe at Cleaning the dispensers NNN The automatic dispenser may need to be cleaned periodically due to laundry additive buildup 1 Pull out the detergent liquid from detergent compartment compartments Siphon cap Wash all of the parts under running water Clean the dispenser recess with a soft brush Reinsert the siphon cap and push it firmly into place Push the dispenser back into place NO a Pb amp Run a Rinse Spin cycle without any load in your washer Washers can be damaged if water is not removed from hoses and internal components before storage Prepare your Washer for storage as follows E Select the Express Wash cycle a
39. oving your washer during freezing weather winterize it Non use or vacation care Operate your washer only when you are at home If you will be on vacation or not using your washer for an extended period of time you should Unplug washer or disconnect power E Turn off the water supply to the washer This helps avoid accidental flooding due to a water pressure surge while you are away E Slightly open door to provide ventilation To winterize washer Put 1 at 1 L of R V type antifreeze in the drum Run washer on a Drain amp Spin cycle Unplug washer or disconnect power Shut off both water faucets a Pon Disconnect water inlet hoses from faucets and drain 24 Best Kenmore 592 49082 02883A 01 EN indd 24 To use washer again Flush water pipes Reconnect water inlet hoses to faucets 1 2 3 Turn on both water faucets 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 4 Plug in washer or reconnect power 5 Run the washer through the Normal Casual cycle Use only HE High Efficiency detergent Use Y the manufacturer s recommended amount for a medium sized load NNN To transport the washer nnn 1 If washer will be moved during freezing weather put in 1 qt 1 L of R V type an
40. penser when your Washer is running To use 4 Never exceed the manufacturer s recommendations when adding detergent 2 This Compartment holds liquid detergent for the main wash cycle which is added to the load at beginning of cycle NOTE When using powdered detergent remove the Detergent Liquid from the compartment Powdered detergent will not dispense with Detergent Liquid Detergent Liquid Detergent compartment 1 Pour the recommended amount of laundry detergent directly into the detergent compartment before starting your Washer 2 lf color safe bleach is to be used it should be added with detergent to the detergent compartment E When adding color safe bleach with detergent it is best if both laundry products are in the same form granular or liquid Bieach compartment Liquid chlorine bleach only 1 2 3 4 Add chlorine bleach to the bleach compartment DO NOT exceed the MAX FILL line Avoid splashing or over filling the compartment Your Washer automatically dispenses bleach into the tub at the appropriate time The dispenser automatically dilutes liquid chlorine bleach before it reaches the wash load NOTES Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto the load or into the tub It is a powerful chemical and can cause fabric damage such as weakening of the fibers or color loss if not used properly If you prefer to use color safe non chlorine bleach add it to t
41. rt no for hose extension DC97 15273A 4 Drape the power cord over the washer top 1 Check the electrical requirements Be sure that you have the correct electrical supply and the recommended grounding 2 Move the washer to its final location method See Electrical Requirements 3 Place the drain hose in the laundry tub or standpipe as 2 shown See illustrations Aang B Check that all parts are now installed If there is an extra part go back through the steps to see which step was skipped Check that you have all of your tools Dispose of or recycle all packaging materials Check that the water faucets are on o o Po Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses C 4 lf the washer faucets and the drain standpipe are recessed put the hooked end of the drain hose in the standpipe as shown See illustration C NOTES E Do not force excess drain hose back into the rear of the washer Electrical Shock Hazard To avoid siphoning do not seal the drain hose into the Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet standpipe Do not remove ground prong Do not use an adapter Do not use an extension cord Level your washer by turning the leveling legs in or out as Failure to follow these instructions can result in death o necessary by hand or the wrench included with your washer fire or electrical shock KANON When your wa
42. set Cycle Vaus pilotes Lu En amas Settings table Door Locked When the status light illuminates the door is locked p G j UEL E Each cycle has a preset cycle time WASH RINSE TEMP Ti SPIN SPEED and may have preset Options and Modifiers The preset settings provide the recommended fabric care for INI the selected cycle nu 17 Preset Cycle Settings factory setting selectable Soil Level EH C NS H N L Normal e e LI e e e e LI Heavy Duty o e e e e gt e e gt Perm Press e e o o e e Sanitize o o e o o 6 e 6 Bedding e e e X Deep Steam e e e o o e Delicates e o e e gt o o Whites 6 e e e o e gt gt gt o 6 Wool e e e Express Wash e e e e e s A o Rinse Spin e e Spin Only 6 e o o Eco Clean drum Options dep i a re ash Extended My cycle Delay S te Chia E Time mil Normal 9 e gt Heavy Duty e LU gt o 1 44 Perm Press o e o o o 52 Sanitize o e o o o o 1 57 Bedding o o gt gt gt o 1 16 Deep Steam o gt e gt e o 1 48 Delicates e e o 45 Whites o o e o o 1 15 Wool o o o 1 00 Express Wash gt 26 Rinse Spin e gt e 19 Spin Only e 12
43. sh system along with less water will create too much sudsing with a regular non HE detergent Using regular detergent will likely result in washer errors longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance lt may also result in component failures and noticeable mold or mildew HE detergents are made to produce the right amount of suds for the best performance Follow the manufacturer s instructions to determine the amount of detergent to use off a Sorting E Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled ones even if they would normally be washed together Separate lint givers towels chenille from lint takers corduroy synthetics permanent press When possible turn lint givers inside out E Separate dark colors from light colors colorfast items from noncolorfast items E Sort by fabric and construction sturdy cottons knits delicate items Unloading E Remove clothes from washer after the cycle is completed Metal objects such as zippers snaps and buckles may rust if left in the washer basket for a long time E When unloading garments occasionally check under the rubber rim at the front of the tub for small items Use only HE High Efficiency detergent Close zippers snaps and hooks to avoid snagging other items Remove pins buckles and other hard objects to avoid scratching the washer interior Remove non washable trim and ornaments Empty pockets and turn them inside out Turn down cuffs brush aw
44. sher is level tighten the nuts using the wrench or 7 E driver W n 7 Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet 8 Read Washer Use 9 To test and to clean your washer using only HE High Efficiency detergent measure Y the amount of detergent recommended by the manufacture for a medium size load gt Pour the detergent into the detergent dispenser Select NORMAL CASUAL and then select START Allow the washer NOTES to complete one whole cycle E Your Washer must be leveled on all four sides A carpenter s level should be used on all four corners of your Washer It s a good idea after the first dozen washes to recheck your washer s levelness oo E To avoid damage to the legs do not move the Washer unless the Lockingnuts are fastened to the bottom of the Washer Use only HE High Efficiency detergent ti FEATURES AND BENEFITS Your new front loading high efficiency washer was designed to conserve resources and lower your water and energy bills The washer is designed to determine and then provide the amount of water needed for the best performance The time of operation may be greater for this new system than for a conventional washer lectronic Controls Flexible electronic controls are easy to use whether you are a beginner or an expert Auto Water Level Adjusting to the size of the load this feature allows the washer to use the minimal amount of water needed to clean and rinse the clothes W
45. sss ss 13 Using the Dispenser 0 00 0 14 Pausing or Restarting cece cece cece eee enna 16 Changing Cycles Options and Modifiers 16 Status LIQhtS sw 344 eke saua mno a eee 16 yoless E e keo e e em KE 17 Normal Sounds ssssssss 19 OPIO iia RO ae NK A See 19 LAUNDRYTIPS sssssessseseeseso 21 Loading ss esen sue Sow Seach Eon Sate ev EES 21 Stan Removal Guide ssssssssestiss 22 WASHERCARE ssssssssceso 22 Cleaning YourWasher sllesllo 22 Water Inlet Hoses sss ss a seed vee Ke 24 Vacation Storage and Moving Care 24 TROUBLESHOOTING s ssssssss 25 Washer and Components 000200 ee ee nune 25 Washer Operation sss 26 Clothes Carella aedo etal ind akik dad 27 SERVICENUMBER BACK COVER PROTECTION AGREEMENTS Protection Agreements Your purchase has added value because you can depend on Sears HomeCentral for service With over 2 400 Service Technicians and more than a million parts and accessories we have the tools parts knowledge and skills to back our pledge We Service What We Sell Your KENMORE ELITE product is designed manufactured and tested to provide years of dependable operation But like all products it may require service from time to time The Sears Maintenance Agreement
46. stops E Did you use a fabric softener dispensing ball Dispensing balls will not operate correctly with this washer Add liquid fabric softener to the fabric softener compartment E Did you use powdered detergent in a low speed cycle Consider using liquid detergent E Did you use Express Wash on a large load For best results use Express Wash for small lightly soiled loads KNN Load is wrinkled twisted tangled nom E Did you unload the washer promptly Unload the washer as soon as it stops Did you use the right cycle for the load being washed Use the Delicates cycle or another cycle with a low spin speed to reduce wrinkling E Did you overload the washer The wash load must be balanced and not overloaded Loads should tumble freely during washing E Was the wash water warm enough to relax wrinkles If safe for load use warm or hot wash water E Are the hot and cold water hoses reversed Check to be sure the hot and cold water hoses are connected to the right faucets A hot rinse followed by spin will cause wrinkling See Connect the Inlet Hoses in the Installation Instructions 28 Best Kenmore 592 49082 02883A 01 EN indd 28 2011 03 23 AA 9 35 43 A 29 Best Kenmore 592 49082 02883A 01 EN indd 29 2011 03 23 AA 9 35 43 Get it fixed at your home or ours Your Home For repair in your home of al
47. tes Normal KO Blood _ Tomato Products Y Warm ar v Warm Ep Whites au Whites Coffee Chocolate Mud Heavy Duty Heavy Duty 4 A Cosmetics Deodorants Warm Y Normal Heavy Duty SP Ring around the Dirty Motor Oil Collar NNN WII ILJ WASHER CARE Cleaning the door seal bellow 3 If stained areas are found wipe down these areas of the seal bellow using the procedure that follows 1 Open the washer door and remove any clothing or items a Mix a dilute solution using cup 177 mL of liquid from the washer chlorine bleach and 1 gal 3 8 L of warm tap water 2 Inspect the gray colored seal bellow between the door b Wipe the seal bellow area with the dilute solution using a opening and the basket for stained areas Pull back the damp cloth seal bellow to inspect all areas under the seal bellow and to y check for foreign objects c Let stand 5 minutes d Wipe down area thoroughly with a dry cloth and let the washer interior air dry with door open IMPORTANT E Wear rubber gloves when cleaning for prolonged periods E Refer to the bleach manufacturer s instructions for proper use A Seal Bellow Cleaning the exterior Storing your washer Turn off the water faucets after finishing the day s washing This will shut off the water supply to your Washer and prevent the unlikely possibility of damage from escaping water Leave the door
48. the Child Lock function is activated the door is locked and the Child Lock lamp is lit e If the Start Pause button is pressed after the Child Lock function is activated none of the buttons will work except for the Power button e Ifa button is pressed when the buttons are locked the Child Lock lamp blinks Pausing the Child Lock function When the door is locked or the buttons are locked by the Child Lock function you can pause the Child Lock operation for 1 minute by pressing and holding both the Spin and Soil Level buttons simultaneously for approximately 3 seconds e If Child Lock mode is paused temporarily the door lock is released for 1 minute for user convenience During this period the Child Lock lamp blinks e lf the door is opened after the minute is over an alarm sounds for up to 2 minutes e lf the door is closed within the 2 minutes the door is locked and the Child Lock function is reactivated If the door is closed after the 2 minutes the door will not be locked automatically and no alarm will be heard Deactivating the Child Lock function Press and hold both the Spin and Soil Level buttons simultaneously for approximately 6 seconds e ifthe Child Lock function is deactivated the door is unlocked and the Child Lock is turned off e Child Lock is a function to prevent children or the infirm from accidently operating the washer and injuring themselves e Ifa chil
49. tifreeze in the drum Run washer on a Drain amp Spin cycle 2 Unplug the power cord 3 Disconnect the drain hose from the drain system and attach to rear panel clips 4 Shut off both water faucets 5 Disconnect the water inlet hoses from faucets then drain the hoses and clip them to the rear panel of the washer 6 IMPORTANT Call service Reinsert the shipping bolts to minimize internal washer damage that may occur during transportation Upon completion of moving please do not forget to remove shipping bolts prior to installation and keep them for future use Unit must be transported in the upright position To avoid suspension and structural damage your machine must be properly set up for relocation by a certified technician Reinstalling the washer 1 Follow the Installation Instructions to locate level and connect the washer 2 Run the washer through the Normal Casual cycle to clean the washer and remove the antifreeze if used Use only HE High Efficiency detergent Use 14 the manufacturer s recommended amount for a medium sized load 2011 03 23 AA 9 35 43 TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here to possibly avoid the cost of a service call rror codes de Unbalanced load prevented your Washer from spinning Redistribute the load press the Start Pause Button dL Door is unlocked when Washer is running Press the Power button
50. y be produced in a hot water system such as your hot water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE If your hot water system has not been used for two weeks or more turn on all hot water faucets in your home and let the water flow for several minutes before using your washer This will release any hydrogen gas build up Since hydrogen gas is flammable do not smoke or light an open flame during this time Unplug the power cord before servicing your washer Do not reach into the appliance when the tumbler is moving Do not let children play on or in your washer The washer door isn t easily opened from the inside and a child could be seriously injured if trapped inside Do not tamper with the controls Do not repair replace or service any part of your washer yourself unless you fully understand the recommended user repair instructions and have the skills to carry them out Work done by an unauthorized person may void your warranty Store laundry detergents and other laundry supplies in a cool dry place out of children s reach Do not wash or dry items that are soiled with vegetable or cooking oil These items may contain some oil after laundering Due to the remaining oil the fabric may smoke or catch fire by itself Do not use chlorine bleach ammonia or acids such as vinegar or rust remover in the same wash Hazardous fumes can form Do not machine wash fiberglass materials Sm
51. 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 the washer follow basic precautions including the following Read all instructions before using the appliance With any equipment using electricity and moving parts potential hazards exist To safely operate this appliance become familiar with its operation and be careful when using it Install and store your washer inside away from exposure to weather Install and level your washer on a floor that can support its weight Your washer must be properly grounded Never plug it into an ungrounded outlet To reduce the risk of fire or explosion Do not wash items that have been washed soaked or treated with gasoline dry cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive substances They give off vapors that could ignite or explode Rinse by hand any material that has been exposed to cleaning solvent or other flammable liquids or solids before putting in your washer Be sure that all traces of such liquids solids and fumes have been removed Dangerous substances include acetone denatured alcohol gasoline kerosene certain liquid household cleaners and spot removers turpentine waxes and wax removers Do not put gasoline dry cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive substances into the washer Under certain conditions hydrogen gas ma

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