Owner's Manual and

Installation Instructions

24-Inch Wide/120-Volt

LAUNDRY CENTER

Washer ° Electric Dryer

IMPORTANT:

Read and follow all safety and operating instructions before first use of this product.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

PAR-I NO. 3405595 PRINTED IN U.S.A.

BEFORE USING YOUR NEW LAUNDRY CENTER

SEARS LAUNDRY CENTER WARRANTY

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - WASHER

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - DRYER

LAUNDRY TIPS

REMOVING STAINS

CARING FOR YOUR LAUNDRY CENTER

TROUBLESHOOTING - WASHER

TROUBLESHOOTING - DRYER

SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

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Please read this manual. It will help you

install and operate your new Kenmore

Laundry Center in the safest and most economical way.

If you need more information about the care and operation of Kenmore appliances call your nearest Sears store. You will need the complete model and serial numbers when requesting information.

Your laundry center's model and serial numbers are located on the Model and

Serial Number Plate.

Use the space below to record the model number and serial number of your new

Kenmore Laundry Center.

Model No.

Serial No.

Date of Purchase

ModelandSerial

NumberPlate

Keep this book and your Sears

Salescheck (receipt) in a safe

place for future reference.

Full

One Year Warranty on

Mechanical and Electrical Parts

For one year from the date of purchase,

if this laundry center is installed and operated according to the instructions in

this manual, Sears will repair or replace any of its mechanical or electrical parts if they are defective in material or workmanship.

NOTE: Exhausting your laundry center

with a plastic vent may void this warranty.

Pages 22-27 of this manual describe the complete exhaust requirements for this laundry!center.

Limited Ten Year Warranty on

Plastic Tub

After one year and until ten years from the date of purchase, Sears will furnish a replacement plastic tub for any plastic tub that is defective in material or workmanship. You must pay the labor cost to have the plastic tub installed.

Warranty

Restriction

If the laundry center is operated for any purpose other than Private Family Use, all warranty coverage is effective for only

90 days.

Limited Five Year Warranty on

Gearcase Parts

After one year and until five years from the date of purchase, Sears will replace any gearcase parts that are defective in material or workmanship. You must pay the labor cost to have them installed.

Warranty Service

Warranty service is available by contacting your nearest Sears Service Center in the United States.

This warranty applies only while this laundry center is in use in the United States.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA,

Hoffman Estates, IL 60179.

Your safety and the safety of others is very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will be preceded by the safety

alert symbol and the word "DANGER" or "WARNING'.'

These words mean:

You will be killed or seriously

injured if you don't follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously

injured if you don't follow instructions.

All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

YOUR SAFETY IS IMPORTANT TO US

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your laundry center, follow basic precautions, including the following:

,, Read all instructions before using the laundry center.

,, Do not wash or dry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, drycleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

, Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash water. These substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

• Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for more than 2 weeks. HYDROGEN GAS IS

EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for more than 2 weeks, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes before using the washing machine. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. Because the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.

• Do not allow children to play on or in the laundry center. Close supervision of children is necessary when the laundry center is used near children.

• Before the laundry center i_; removed from service or discarded, remove the washer lid and dryer door.

• Do not reach into the washer if the tub or agitator is moving.

• Do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving.

• Do not install or store this laundry center where it will be exposed to the weather.

• Do not tamper with control.';.

• Do not repair or replace any part of the laundry center or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the

Owner's Manual or in published userrepair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.

• Do not use fabric softener.,; or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product.

• Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubberlike materials.

• Clean lint screen before or after each load.

• Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and dirt.

• The interior of the machine and exhaust vent should be cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

INSTALLATION OVERVIEW

For a complete list of tools and parts needed, see pages 5-9.

A. SELECT LOCATION

FOR YOUR LAUNDRY CENTER (pgs. 11-16)

Laundry Tub Drain System (p.12)

Standpipe Drain System (p. 131)

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Floor Drain System (p. 13)

Recessed Area/

Closet Installation Instructions

(pgs. 14-15)

B. INSTALL LEVELING LEGS (p. 17)

Parts Needed:

(supplied with laundry center)

2 rear leveling legs 2 front leveling legs

C. REMOVE STYROFOAM PACKING (p. 17)

Yellow card

D. CONNECT DRAIN HOSE (pgs.

18-19)

Tools Needed:

AND

PUSH

Parts Needed:

(supplied with laundry center)

Pliers that open to 19/16inches

Flashlight (optional depending on installation)

1 silver, double-

1 yellow, single-wire wire hose clamp hose clamp (top of (bottom of drain drain hose) hose)

E. CONNECT INLET HOSES TO LAUNDRY CENTER (pgs.

19-20)

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Tools Needed:

Pliers that open to 19/16inches

Flashlight (optional depending on installation) i

Parts Needed:

(supplied with laundry center)

2 water inlet hoses

4 flat water inlet hose washers

F. CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WATER FAUCETS (p. 20)

Tools Needed:

Pliers that open to 19/,6 inches _

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Bucket

(optional depending on installation)

Flashlight (optional depending on installation)

G. SECURE DRAIN HOSE (p. 21)

Parts Needed:

(supplied with laundry center)

2 water inlet hoses

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Tools Needed:

Flashlight (optional depending on installation)

Parts Needed:

(supplied with laundry center)

Plastic strap

H LEVEL LAUNDRY CENTER (p 22)

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Tools Needed: nch _Leve]

Flashlight (optional depending on installation) Wood block

I CONNECT EXHAUST (pgs 22-27)

Parts Needed:

(supplied with laundry center)

2 front leveling legs

(installed previously)

Tools Needed: Parts Needed:

Tin snips

'Flashlight

(optional depending on installation)

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4-inch metal elbow(s)

4-inch rigid or flexible (optional depending heavy metal vent on installation)

4-inch outlet exhaust hood

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(4) 4-inch diameter clamps i

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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

It iis your responsibility:

• -Ib contact a qualified electrical installer.

• -Io assure that the electrical installation is adequate and in conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/

HFPA 70 - Latest Edition and all local codes and ordinances.

Copies of the code standards listed above may be obtained from:

National Fire Protection Association

Batterymarch Park

Quincy, Massachusetts 02269

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The proper electrical connection en_sures a safe installation that meets local code requirements.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be grounded.

In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.

This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.

Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.

Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance - if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed.

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.

I)o not remove ground prong.

I)o not use an adapter.

I)o not use an extension cord.

I-allure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

• A 120-volt, 60-Hz., AC-only, 15- or

20-ampere fused electrical supply is required.

• A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended.

Be sure fuse or circuit breaker matches the rating of your line.

• Llse a separate circuit serving only your laundry center.

• r)o not use an extension cord.

A. SELECT LOCATION

YOUR LAUNDRY

FOR

CENTER

Selecting the proper location

for your laundry center will improve its performance, make installation easier and minimize concerns like washer walk or noise.

Check location where laundry center will be installed.

Proper installation is your responsibility.

Make sure you have everything necessary for correct installation (see pages 12-13).

This laundry center can be installed using one of three systems:

• Laundry tub drain system (p. 12)

• Standpipe drain system (p. 13)

• Floor drain system (p. 13)

The laundry center must not be installed where it can be exposed to water and/or weather.

• Proper operation of washer cycles requires temperatures above 32°F

(at lower temperatures, some water may remain in washer).

See page 48 for Winterizing Information.

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

• Proper operation of dryer cycles requires temperatures above 45°F (at lower temperatures, the drcer may not shut off at the end of automatic cycles and drying times will be extended).

• Check code requirements.

Some codes limit or do not permit installation of laundry centers in garages, closets, mobile homes or sleeping quarters.

Contact your local building inspector.

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LAUNDRY TUB DRAIN SYSTEM

Hot and cold water faucets: Must provide water pressure between 5-100 psi and be within 4 feet of the hot and cold water fill valves attached to the back of the laundry center.

Laundry tub drain

system: Needs a minimum 20-gallon laundry tub.

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Support: Floor must be sturdy enough to support a total weight ol =500 pounds (includes laundry center and load weight).

Level floor: Maximum allowable slope under entire laundry center -

1 inch.

Top of tub must be at least 39 inches above floor and no higher than

96 inches from bottom of laundry center.

ALTERNATE LOCATIONS-

STANDPIPE AND FLOOR DRAIN SYSTEMS

Siphon break: Must be purchased separately.

See chart below.

Stamtpipe drain system: Needs a two-inch minimum diameter standpipe with minimum carry-away capacity of 17 gallons per minute.

Top of standpipe must be at least 39 inches abow_ floor and no higher than 96 inches from bottom of laundry center.

Floor drain system: Requires a siphon break, see chart below. A minimum carryaway capacity of 17 gallons per minute is required.

If you have:

Laundry tub or standpipe taller than 96 inches

1-hch diameter standpipe

Overhead

Floor drain sewer

You may need to buy:

Sump pump system

(if not already available)

2-inch diameter to 1-inch diameter standpipe adapter, Part No. 3363920

Standard 20 gallon, 39-inch tall drain tub or utility sink and sump pump

(available from local plumbing suppliers)

Siphon break, Part No. 285320; additional drain hose, Part No. 3357090; and connector kit, Part No. 285442

Part,,; listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center.

Call 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278).

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Rt-CESSED

INSTALLATION

AREA/CLOSET

INSTRUCTIONS

Check governing codes and ordinances.

This laundry center may be installed in a recessed area or closet.

The laundry center must not be installed where it can be exposed to water and/or weather.

• Proper operation of washer cycles requires temperatures above 32°F

(at lower temperatures, some water may remain in washer).

See page 48

for Winterizing Information.

• Proper operation of dryer cycles requires temperatures above 45°F (at lower temperatures, the dryer may not shut off at the end of automatic cycles and drying times will be extended).

• Check code requirements.

Some codes limit or do not permit installation of laundry centers in garages, closets, mobile homes or sleeping quarters.

Contact your local building inspector.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this appliance must be exhausted outdoors.

NOTE: No fuel burning appliances may be installed in the same closet as your laundry center.

LAUNDRY CENTER DIMENSIONS

Most installations will require at least

5-inch clearance behind the dryer for the dryer vent.

Location must be large enough to fully open dryer door.

713/4"

MINIMUM INSTALLATION SPACING

• The installation spacing (shown below) is

in inches and is the minimum allowable.

• Adclitional spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing.

• If closet door is installed, the minimum air openings in top and bottom are req_LJired.Louvered

doors with equivalent air ,openings in top and bottom are acceptable.

• Recessed area and closet installations require a 6-inch minimum clearance above the laundry center.

• All installations must be exhausted outside.

Use at least the minimum dimensions indicated.

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** Openingis minimumfor closetdoor.Louvereddoorwith equivalentair openings is acceptable.

*** Additionalspaceis neededwhenexternalexhaustelbowis used. Can beO"clearance whenhouseexhaustingis linedup directlywith dryer exhaust.

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MOBILE HOME REQUIREMENTS

The laundry center must not be installed where it can be exposed to water and/or weather.

• Proper operation of washer cycles requires temperatures above 32°F

(at lower temperatures, some water may remain in washer).

See page 48 for Winterizing Information.

• Proper operation of dryer cycles r,_=quires temperatures above 45°F (at lower temperatures, the dryer may not shut off at the end of automatic cycles and drying times will be extended).

• Use at least the minimum installation

._,pacings described on page 15.

This laundry center is suitable for mobile home installations.

The installation must conform to the Manufactured Home

Construction and Safety Standard, Title

24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal

Slandard for Mobile Homes Construction a,_d Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280).

• Laundry center exhaust vent must not be connected with screws or other devices which extend into the interior of the vent.

• Laundry center must be exhausted outdoors.

The exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a noncombustible portion of the mobile home structure and must not terminate beneath the mobile home.

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B. INSTALL LEVELING LEGS

To install rear legs:

STEP 1. If you have not already done so, lay the laundry center on its side.

Because of the weight of the laundry center, two people should lay it down.

STEP 2. Push legs into holes in rear corners until they snap into place.

To install front legs:

STEP 1. Screw front legs into the holes in the triangular braces in front corners.

Screw them in with an adjustable wrench to the diamond marks on the ridges.

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STEP 2. Carefully stand the: laundry center upright.

Because of the weight of the laundry center, two people should lift it.

STEP 3. Check adjustability of rear legs. by pushing in one leg. The other leg should come out. Check both legs.

If they do not adjust, repeat STEP 2.

C. REMOVE STYROFOAM

PACKING

To prevent floor damage, set laundry center onto cardboard before moving across floor.

Move laundry center close to its final location.

STEP 1. Open the washer lid. The latch under the dryer will keep the lid open.

Read, then remove the yellow card on the agitator.

Yellowcard

STEP 2. Pull the styrofoam packing out of the washer.

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D. CONNECT DRAIN HOSE

Proper connection of the drain hose willl protect your floors from damage due to water leakage.

STEP 1. To prevent the drain hose from coming off or leaking, it must be installed per the following instructions:

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper installation, this procedure must be followed exactly.

a. Wet the inside of the straight end of the drain hose with tap water. DO

NOT USE ANY OTHER LUBRICANT.

b. Squeeze ears of silver, double-wire clamp with pliers to open. Place clamp over the straight end of the drain hose

%-inch from the end.

c. Open clamp. Twist hose back and forth while pushing onto drain connector on the side of the laundry center. Continue until hose contacts the ribbed stops on the cabinet.

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PUSH d. Place clamp over area marked

"CLAMI_.

Release clamp.

Soft coupler

Drain_'_ hose _

Ribbed

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If you have:

Drain hose that is too short

Drain hose that is too long

A problem with lint clogging your drain

You will need to buy:

Drain hose, Part No. 388423 and hose kit, Part No. 285442

Hose kit, Part No. 285442

Drain protector, Part No. 367031

Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center.

Call 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278).

For standpipe or laundry tub drain systems:

STEP 2. Open yellow, single-wire clamp with pliers and slide over hooked end of drain hose to secure the rubber and corrugated sections together.

Hooked end

E. CONNECT INLET HOSES

TO LAUNDRY CENTER

Proper connection of your inlet hoses will allow hot and cold water to enter your laundry center properly.

It also helps prevent water damage due to leaks.

Drain hose

Slip and Fall Hazard

Use new water inlet hoses.

Failure to do so can result in head injury or broken bones.

STEP 3. Put hooked end of drain hose into laundry tub or standpipe.

Check for proper length of drain hose. Rotate hook to eliminate kinks.

To prevent drain water from going back into the washer:

• Do not straighten hooked end of drain hose and force excess drain hose into standpipe.

• Do not lay excess drain hose in bottom of laundry tub.

NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after five years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure.

Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if you find bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks. When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement on the label with a permanent marker.

STEP 1. Insert one new, flat washer

(from the parts bag) into each end of the inlet hoses.

Check that washers are firmly seated in couplings.

Hose coupling

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STEP 2. Attach the hose with the red coupling to the hot water (bottom) inlet valve. Attaching the red coupling first makes it easier to tighten connection with pliers.

Screw on coupling by hand.

Make an additional two-thirds turn with pliers to tighten coupling.

DO NOT

OVERTIGHTEN; the valves.

this could damage

F. CONNECT INLET HOSES

TO WATER FAUCETS

STEP 1. Make sure washer basket is empty. Run water through both faucets into a bucket or laundry tub to get rid of particles in the water lines that might clog hoses.

Determine which faucet is hot and which is cold. Mark the hot water faucet.

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STEP 3. Attach the hose with the blue coupling to the cold water (top) inlet valve.

Screw on coupling by hand.

Make an additional two-thirds turn with pliers to tighten coupling.

DO NOT OVER-

TIGHTEN; this could damage valves.

STEP 2. Attach the hose with the red coupling to the hot water faucet.

Screw on coupling by hand. Make an additional two-thirds turn with pliers to tighten coupling.

DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN; this could damage the coupling.

STEP 3. Attach the hose with the blue coupling to the cold water faucet.

Screw on coupling to faucet by hand.

Make an additional two-thirds turn with

pliers to tighten coupling. OO NOT

OVERTIGHTEN; this coul,:l damage the coupling.

STEP 4. Turn on water faucets and check for leaks. A small amount of water will enter the washer. You will drain this later.

If you have:

Water faucets beyond the

reach of water fill hoses

You will need to buy:

2 longer water fill hoses:: 6 ft. hoses,

Part No. 76314 or 10 ft. hoses,

Part No. 350008

Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center•

Call 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278).

G. SECURE DRAIN HOSE

Securing the drain hose properly will protect your floors from damage due to water leakage.

STEP 1. Move laundry center to its final location.

STEP 2. Use the plastic strap from the parts bag to wrap the drain hose together with the laundry tub or standpipe. Secure plastic strap.

If the water faucets and drain standpipe are recessed, put hooked end of drain hose in standpipe.

Tightly wrap the plastic strap around the draiq hose and water inlet hoses (not the handles or stems).

Secure plastic strap.

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H. LEVEL LAUNDRY CENTER I. CONNECT EXHAUST

Leveling your laundry center properly prevents excessive noise and vibration.

STEP 1. Check levelness of the laundry center by placing a level on top of the washer, first side-to-side; then front-to-back.

A properly exhausted laundry center will give you the shortest drying time, lower your utility bill, and extend the life of the laundry center.

STEP 2. If laundry center is not level, prop up the front of the laundry center and adjust the front legs up or down as necessary.

Lower laundry center.

Repeat STEP 2 until the laundry center is level.

Fire Hazard

Use a heavy metal vent.

Do not use a plastic vent.

Do not use a metal foil vent.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer must be exhausted outdoors.

• Use a heavy metal vent.

• Do not use a plastic vent.

• Do not use a metal foil vent.

• Do not exhaust laundry center into a chimney, a wall, a ceiling, or a concealed space of a building.

• The diameter of the heaw metal vent must be 4 inches.

Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.

If using an existing exhaust system, disconnect vent from the laundry center and clean one section at a time until you reach the exhaust hood.-Io clean out lint, you can use the hose attachment on your vacuum or, use a pole or wire with a feather duster or rag attached.

• Make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with lint. Follow the instructions in this section to reinstall your vent system.

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ROUTE THE VENT

Typical installations exhaust from the rear of the laundry center.

Avoid pushing the laundry center tightly against a wall. This can crush or kink the vent. Use the straightest path you can, where possible. Avoid 90 ° turns.

This laundry center may be converted to exhaust out the right or left side. Tb convert the laundry center, one of the following kits MUST be used.

Side Exhaust Kit No. 3391335 (white)

Side Exhaust Kit No. 3391336 (almond)

Follow the instructions in the kit to avoid operational and personal hazards.

These kits are available at your local

Sears store or Sears Service Center.

Rear exhaust installations for standard offset connections - (see pgs. 25-26)

Typical installations for left or right side exhausting

NOTE: Avoid pushing the laundry center tightly against a wall. This can crush or kink the vent. Use the straightest path you can, where possible, to avoid 90 ° turns.

Rear exhaust installations for offset connections with close clearances -

(see p. 27)

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DETERMINE VENT LENGTH

Maximum Exhaust Lengths:

• Rear Exhaust. The maximum length of the rear exhaust system depends on the type of vent, the number of elbows and the type of exhaust hood.

Refer to the chart below.

• Side Exhaust.

Side exhaust adds a 90 ° turn inside the laundry center.

To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90 ° turn to the chart.

EXHAUST HOOD TYPE

Number of Maximum length of 4-inch

90 ° Turns diameter rigid heavy metal vent.

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36 ft.

26 ft.

16ft.

34 ft.

24 ft.

14ft.

29 ft.

20 ft.

12ft.

Number of Maximum length of 4-inch

90° Turns diameter flexible heavy metal vent.

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22 ft.

16ft.

8ft.

21 ft.

15ft.

7ft.

16 ft.

10ft.

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OFFSET

:ONNECTIONS

]sing 4-inch rigid heavy metal vent:

IOTE: Do not secure exhaust vent

3ints with screws. Screws can catch nt and slow the drying process.

qstead, use clamps to secure exhaust ent joints.

_TEP 1. Install a 4-inch metal elbow

,n the hood and on the laundry center's

,xhaust outlet.

STEP 3. Place a clamp on each end of vent elbow and connect elbow to your laundry center's exhaust outlet. Tape the joint with duct tape. Tighten clamp.

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;TEP 2. Measure the length of 4-inch gid heavy metal vent needed to connect le two elbows.

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STEP 4. Connect vent to elbow. Tape the joint with duct tape. Tighten clamp.

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STEP 5. Install one end of elbow on vent, the other end to the exhaust hood.

Tape joints and tighten clamps.

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Duct tape&

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STEP 2

NOTE: Once the exhaust vent is connected and the laundry center is in its final location, check to make sure the laundry center is still level (see sectior_

"H'; LEVEL LAUNDRY CENTER).

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Exhaust hood

Finish Installation.

See "REVIEW

INSTALLATION" on page 28.

he vent usually comes in 2-foot lengths.

se tin snips to cut the vent 3 inches

_nger than your measurement in order

) make a connection.

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Using 4-inch flexible heavy metal vent:

NOTE: Do not secure exhaust vent joints with screws• Screws can catch lint and slow the drying process• Instead, use clamps to secure exhaust vent joints.

STEP 1. Install a 4-inch metal elbow on the exhaust hood and, if necessary, on the laundry center's exhaust outlet.

STEP 2. Measure the length of 4-inch flexible heavy metal vent needed from the laundry center to the hood.

STEP 5. Place a clamp on each end of vent elbow. Install one end of elbow on vent, the other end to the exhaust hood.

Tape joints and tighten clamps.

Dryer

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STEP 6. Stretch the vent only as needed by pulling out from the center in each direction. Do not stretch vent sections over 6 feet. If distance is more than 6 feet, use 2 or more sections of rigid metal vent with flexible metal vent attached at ends.

STEP 7. Connect the vent directly to the laundry center's exhaust outlet or to a separate elbow. Tape the joints with duct tape. Secure with clamps.

STEP 3. Add 10 inches to the measurement for each bend in the vent.

STEP 4. Add 3 more inches to the measurement for connection over the laundry center's exhaust outlet and hood.

STEP 8. To fit the vent over the duct on the hood it may be necessary to make two 1/2-inch cuts in the end of the vent to allow it to expand.

NOTE: Once the exhaust vent is connected and the laundry center is in its final location, check to make sure the laundry center is still level (see section

"H'; LEVEL LAUNDRY CENTER).

Finish Installation.

See "REVIEW

INSTALLATION" on page 28.

OFFSET CONNECTIONS

CLOSF CLEARANCES

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When your exhaust vent is in a close clearance behind the laundry center, or if you are installing your laundry center in a recessed area or closet, you will find it helpful to install the exhaust vent by using a loop system. A kit is available from your local Sears store or Sears

Service Center•

NOTE: Vent systems come in many varieties. Select the type that best fits your installation.

Three of the most common types of installations are illustrated here.

LOOP SYSTEM

Loop system with standard elbows

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REVIEW INSTALLATION

Take a few minutes to complete this checklist.

It will help assure you that you have a proper installation and will increase your satisfaction with your Kenmore laundry center.

[] Check electrical requirements•

Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method•

[] Check that you have:

• All the tools you started with.

• Removed all packaging materials.

• Installed all parts listed on pages 5-9.

[] Check that the laundry center is level.

[] Check that the water faucets are turned on.

[] Ensure that laundry center is positioned in its final location. Make sure vent is not crushed or kinked.

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FINAL STEPS

[] Plug the power supply cord into the grounded outlet.

[-1Turn power supply on.

[7 Wipe the interior of the dryer drum thoroughly with a damp cloth to remove any dust.

[] Remove the blue protective film on the console and any tape remaining on laundry center•

[] Take a few minutes and read the

Operating Instructions (pages 29-38) to fully understand your new laundry center•

[]

Start the washer and allow it to complete the HEAVY DUTY Cyclf

[] Start the dryer and allow it to corr a full heat cycle (not the AIR DR

Cycle). After five minutes, open door. You should feel heat insic dryer. If you do not feel heat, s

Troubleshooting information o pages 53-54.

NOTE: You may notice a bur odor. This smell is common the heating element is first F

The smell will go away.

6#

To get the maximum cleaning and fabric care from your washer, please read and follow these instructions.

Explosion Hazard

Never place items in the washer that are dampened with 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 (including cooking oils).

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, explosion,

or fire.

NOTE: This Kenmore Laundry Center operates on a 120V current.

Therefore, you cannot operate the washer and the dryer at the same time.

WASH

_1 SELECT

_

I_ 0

DRY

STARTING YOUR WASHER

STEP 1. Set WASH/DRY Selector

Switch _ to WASH.

STEP 2. Add measured detergent directly into washer basket. Then place a load of sorted clothes in the washer.

STEP 3. Close washer lid.

STEP 4. Set WATER LEVEL Control i_ based on the size of your wash load.

(see page 30).

STEP 5. Set WATER TEMP Control 1_

(see page 30).

STEP 6. Push the Cycle Selector

Control (Timer) Knob t_ in and turn to the right to desired cycle and time.

(see pages 31-32).

STEP 7. Pull the Cycle Selector Control

(Timer) Knob out. The dial will rotate as the cycle progresses.

The knob will not rotate.

STOPPING/RESTARTING

YOUR WASHER

• To stop the washer at any time, push the Cycle Selector Control (Timer)

Knob in.

• Pull the knob out to restart.

SOAK_

PERMANENT

PRESS

WATER TEMP

WARM WARM

WATER LEVEL

LOAD

_FF

)s

KNIT/DEUCATE e 0

WASH

_I SI::LECT I)

O

DRY

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SET WATER LEVEL CONTROL

This control gives you the flexibility

:save water when washing small loads.

to

Your washer lets you select a water

:setting based on the size of your wash lioad.

,, For normal loads, start with the

MEDIUM LOAD setting.

Adjust up or down depending on your load.

Clothes should move freely and roll toward the agitator.

0,To change to a higher water level setting after the washer has started to agitate, turn the knob to the desired new setting.

SET WATER TEMPERATURE

CONTROL

Your washer lets you select a wash and rinse water temperature setting based on the type of Ioed you are washing.

• Using warm rinse water will leave loads drier after the spin cycle than if you use cold rinse water. However, warm rinses may increase wrinkling when line drying.

• In cold climates, warm rinse water also provides a more comfortable temperature for handling the wash load.

WATER TEMP

WATER

SMALL

LOAD

LEVEL

MEDIUM

LOAD

LARGE

LOAD

WARM

COLD

COLD _

WARM

WARM

HOT

COLD

RESET

3O

SELECTING WATER TEMPERATURES

Wash Water

Temperature

HOT

120°F or above

WARM

90°-110°F

COLD*

70o-90OF

Suggested Fabrics

• Work clothes

• Sturdy whites/ colorfast pastels

• Diapers

• Dark/non-colorfast colors

• Permanent press items

• Nylon, polyester, acrylics, silks, woolens

• Knits/delicate fabrics

• Extra-sensitive colors

• Non-colorfast items

• Hand washables

Comments

• Best cleaning for heavily soile(J items

• Removes oils, perspiration, greasy soils and stains

• Prevents graying or yellowing

• Best for moderately soiled to li{]htly soiled items

• Safe for most fabric finishes

• Less fading and dye bleeding

• Reduces wrinkling

• Best for very lightly soiled item',;

• Saves hot water

*rn wash water temperatures colder than 70°F, detergents do not dissolve well. Also, soils rn_y be difficult to remove and some fabrics may retain wear wrinkles and have increased pilling -the formation of small lint-like balls on the surface of garments.

Pilling is the natural result of wearing and washing of garments.

:_ETTING YOUR CYCLE

:;ELEC'I'OR CONTROL (TIMER)

Jse this control to choose the agitation

ime and to start the washer.

Each cycle s designed with the wash and spin speeds hat are appropriate for the fabrics and

;oil level.,; in your wash load.

, For heavy soil and sturdy fabrics, use the full time (SUPER or REGULAR if indicated).

, For light soil and delicate fabrics, use less time (SHORT if indicated).

NOTE: Do not wash garments labeled

Hand Wash in your washer.

Garments that are labeled Hand Wash have:

• A fiber or construction that is sensitive to agitation.

• Sensitive dyes that may bleed.

Follow care label directions for drying.

Items that may shrink should be dried flat. Block these items by gently stretching to original measurements.

Woolens tend to shrink more the first time they are washed.

HEAVY

Use this cycle to get up to 12 minutes of wash time for sturdy or heavily soiled loads.

• Wash combines agitation

IDU'rY fast speed and fast spin speeds.

PERMANENT PRESS

The PERMANENT PRESS Cycle includes a load cooling process that reduces wrinkling compared to other cycles.

You can select up to 10 minutes of wash time. Wash combines slow speed agitation and slow spin speeds to reduce wrinkling.

NOTE: When the timer reaches PAUSE, the washer will drain and pause for no more than two minutes while some of the wash water is drained and replaced with cool water.

KNIT/DELICATE

Use this cycle for lingerie and looselyknit items.

Cycle has up to 8 minutes of wash time with a pause and soak part way through for more gentle care of lightly soiled delicate items. Wash combines slow speed agitation for gentle soil remova_ and slow spin speeds to reduce wrinkling

SOAK

SOAK Cycle features 4 minutes of agitation followed by an unlimited soak time to help remove heavy soils and stains that need pretreatment.

_u will need to reset the washer to a SPIN setting to remove water. SOAK Cycle should be followed by a HEAVY DUTY,

PERMANENT PRESS or PREWASH

Cycle with additional detergent.

NOTE: We do not recommend hot water for soaking.

It may set some stains.

PREWASH

Use this cycle to get up to 4 minutes

of agitation to help remove heavy soils and stains that need pretreatment.

PREWASH Cycle should be followed by a HEAVY DUTY or PERMANENT

PRESS Cycle with additional detergent.

HEAVY DUTY

'_0 R_GUI.A.q

PERMANENT

PRESS

PREWASH

SOAK

KNITIDELICATE

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RINSE

AND SPIN

When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes, or washing special-care items, you may find an extra rinse and spin is needed.

STEP 1. Set WATER LEVEL Control.

STEP 2. Set WATER TEMP Control.

STEP 3. Set the Cycle Selector Control

(Timer) Knob to a RINSE setting.

• For fast agitation and spin, use the HEAVY DUTY Cycle.

• For slow agitation and spin, use the PERMANENT PRESS Cycle.

STEP 4. Pull Cycle Selector Control

(Timer) Knob out to start washer.

SPIN ONLY

A drain and spin may help shorten drying times for some heavy fabrics or specialcare items by removing excess water.

STEP 1. Set the Cycle Selector Contral

(Timer) Knob to a SPIN setting.

• For fast spin, use the HEAVY DUTY

Cycle.

• For slow spin, use the PERMANEN-r

PRESS Cycle.

STEP 2. Pull the Cycle Selector Control

(Timer) Knob out to start washer.

HEAVY DUTY

PERMANENt"

PRESS

HEAVY DUTY

PERMANENT

PRESS

KNIT/DELICATE!

SOAK

KNIT/DELICATE

SOAK_

;ELF-CLEANING LINT FILTER

.int is filtered from the load

=utomatically - there's no nessy cleanup.

tour washer features a self-cleaning liter that traps lint from the water while he washer is washing and deep rinsing he laundry. The trapped lint is flushed

]own the drain automatically.

You don't lave to clean the filter.

)UAL-ACTION'" AGITATOR

UNDERSTANDING

WASHER SOUNDS

NORMAL

Your new laundry center's washer may make sounds that your old one didn't.

Because the sounds are unfamiliar, you may be concerned about them.

The following describes some of the normal sounds you may hear and what causes them.

During Wash

When you select a small load size setting for a small wash load, your washer has a lower water level. With this lower water level, you may hear a clicking sound from the upper portion of the agitator.

During Drain

The rate that water is drained from your washer depends on your installation, f water is drained quickly from the washer, you may hear air being pulled througl-_ the pump. This happens during the end of draining.

After Drain and Before Spin

When the cycle changes from draining to spinning, you may hear a noise as the gearcase shifts.

Kenmore's DUAL-ACTION

TM

Agitator gives you flexible fabric care for even your largest loads.

The best cleaning action in your washer takes place at the bottom where the agitator vanes move back and forth to flex the fabric, loosening the soil.

The upper portion of the agitator moves in only

3ne direction to help you

,rash larger loads. The clockwise

"otation of the agitator forces the clothes

3n top down to the bottom where most

3f the washing action is.

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UNDERSTANDING WHAT

HAPPENS IN EACH CYCLE

PERMANENT PRESS

Fill to selected level

T

Wash selected time

HEAVY DUTY

Fill to selected level

Wash selected time

Partial

Drain

Pause

Drain no spin

Spin

Fill for cool down

Wash

Fill to selected level

Rinse

Drain - no spin

Spin

Fill to selected level

Rinse

Drain no spin

Spin

Off

KNIT/DELICATE selected level

Fill to

Wash

3ause

Wash

[)rain - r_o spin

Spin

Drain - no spin

Spin

Off

PREWASH

Fill to selected level

Wash selected time

Drain no spin

Spin

Fill to selected level

Rinse

[9

Drainr_o spin

Spin

E]

Off

SOAK

Fill to selected level

Agitate

Off

(reset to wash cycle and time)

Soak

(reset to SPIN to draiq washer)

FARTING YOUR DRYER

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer.

Do not dry anything that has ever

had anything flammable on it (even after washing).

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, explosion,

or fire.

) get the foest drying results, you must berate your dryer properly. This section ves you this important information.

#OTE: This Kenmore Laundry Center perates on a 120V current. Therefore, ou cannot operate the washer and the ryer at the same time.

WASH _

SELECT O

DRY

;TEP 1. Set WASH/DRY Selector

;witch O to DRY.

;TEP 2. Check lint screen. Clean if

,eeded (see page 46).

;TEP 3. Put laundry into dryer and hut door.

Fire Hazard

No washer can completely remove oil.

Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it (including cooking oils).

Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on a clothesline or by using an air cycle.

Failure to follow these instructions

can result in death or fire.

STEP 4. Set Cycle Selector Control

(Timer)_); (see pages 36-37).

Check clothes label for manufacturer's recommendations.

STEP 5. Press PUSH TO START

DRYER Button _ - be sure door is closed.

STOPPING/RESTARTING

YOUR DRYER

• To stop the dryer at any time, open dryer door.

• Press the PUSH TO START DRYER

Button to restart.

• If you wish to end your drying cycle_.

turn timer to an OFF position.

AUTO DRY II

PUSH TO

START DRYER

NASH

(m SELECT I)

O

DRY

AIR DRY

TOUCH UP-

110

100

TIMED DRY

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CYCLE

AUTO

DESCRIPTION-

DRY II CYCLE

Using the AUTO DRY II Cycle saves you time by providing the best drying results in the shortest time. This can help you save money on utility bills and reduce the risk of fabric damage.

USING AUTO DRY II CYCLE

Use the AUTO DRY II for most loads.

Drying time varies according to type of fabric, size of load and dryness setting.

• Set the Cycle Selector Control (Timer) to NORMAL DRY (*) which is good for most fabrics.

• At the end of the cycle, feel the dried clothes. If they are damp, select MORE

DRY the next time you do a similar load.

If they are overdried, select LESS DRY the next time you do a similar load,

• Dryness is determined by thermostats that react to the amount of moisture in the air exhausted from the dryer. Moist air indicates clothes are still damp. Dry air indicates that moisture has been removed.

• The End-of-Cycle Signal sounds once the cycle is completed.

CYCLE DESCRIPTION

TIMED DRY CYCLES

--

TIMED DRY CYCLE

Use this cycle to get up to 1 10 minutes of heated drying time.

• The heating cycle is followed by a lO-minute (approx.) cool-down period.

• The End-of-Cycle Signal sounds once the cycle is completed.

TOUCH UP CYCLE

Use this cycle to smooth synthetic and permanent press clothes that are clean but wrinkled from being crowded in a closet or suitcase.

• This setting provides about 10 minutes of heated tumbling followed by a lO-minute (approx.) cool-down period.

• Remove clothes immediately when tumbling stops.

AUTO DRY II

AIR DRY 1_

TOUCH TIMED DRY

36 i j;;

31NG AIR DRY

AUTO DRY II

;ing this cycle gives you all the nefits of hang drying with a shorter ying time.

;e the AIR DRY Cycle to get up

15 minutes of drying time in room mperature air. Use this setting for

_ms that will not tolerate heat such as

_stics and foam rubber. Also use for ring and fluffing items such as pillows.

.=ferto the following table for examples items that require drying without heat.

re the AIR DRY Cycle, or place the

.,ms on a line or rack to air dry.

AIR DRY

TOUCH UP

Type of Load

DELICATE! FABRICS

Sheer curtains (2 or 3 panels), gauze, lace, etc.

RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE FABRICS

Foam rubber- Pillows, padded bras, stuffed toys

, Make sure coverings are securely stitched.

, Shake and fluff pillows by hand several times during the cycle.

• Make sure pillows are completely dry. Foam rubber pillows take a long time to dry.

Plastic - Shower curtains, tablecloths

Rubber-backed rugs

Olefin, Polypropylene, sheer nylon

{eset time, as needed, to allow items to dry completely.

AIR DRY Cycle*

10 min.

10 rain.

10 rain.

20 min.

10 min.

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PUSH TO START DRYER BUTTON

Use this control to start the dryer.

Be sure the dryer door is closed.

Opening the door stops the dryer. It will not start again until you close the door and press the PUSH TO START

DRYER Button.

Be sure the Cycle

Selector Control (Timer) is still on a dry setting.

PUSH TO

START DRYER

END-OF-CYCLE SIGNAL

Your dryer sounds a signal when a drying cycle is finished.

The signal is helpful when you are drying permanent press, synthetics, and other items. These items should be removed from the dryer as soon as i! stops in order to prevent wrinkles.

COOL DOWN

Approximately ten minutes before the end of the AUTO DRY II and TIMED DRY

Cycles, clothes are tumblec without heat to help reduce wrinkles and make clothes more comfortable to handle.

:_REPARING

-OR WASHING

CLOTHES

AND DRYING

Follow these recommendations to

help saw.• on utility bills and prolong the life of your garments.

WASHING AND DRYING TIPS

• Close zippers, snaps, and hooks to avoid snagging other items. Remove heat-sensitive trim that can be damaged by drying. Tie strings and sashes so they will not tangle. Mend tears, loose hems, and seams.

• Check garments for spots and stains left after washing.

Do not tumble these items. Eleat may permanently set stains.

• Check pockets before washing or drying. Sharp or metal objects can damage your washer interior or dryer drum. Do not lay these objects on your laundry center; they can damage the finish. Turn pockets of heavy items inside cut for even drying.

• Turn synthetic knits inside out before washing to avoid pilling.

• Stained or wet garments should be washeGEpromptly for best results.

• Place small items such as baby socks or hankies in laundry bag for easier removal.

• Articles to be ironed should be removed from the dryer while still damp.

SORTING

• 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.

• Separate dark colors from light colors, colorfast items from non-colorfast items.

• Sort by fabric and construction

(sturdy cottons, knits, delicate items).

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LOADING i

Proper loading of your laundry center contributes to proper cleaning and fabric care and reduces machine noise.

• Use a higher water level setting to reduce wrinkling with permanent press clothes and some synthetic knits. These items should have more room to move in the water than heavy items (towels, jeans).

• Reduce wash time by using a lower water level setting. Loads wilh only a few small items need less wash time.

LOADING TIPS - WASHER

• Drop items into washer loosely. Fill to the top of the basket (top row of holes). Do not wrap items around the agitator.

Items should move easily through wash water for best cleaning and wrinkle-free results. Items should sink and reappear later.

• Load washer properly and select correct water level setting. Overloading or packing the machine, and selecting a setting too small for the wash load can:

• cause poor cleaning

• increase wrinkling

• create excessive lint

• wear out items faster

(because of pilling)

• Load by the amount of space items take up, not by their weight.

• Mix large and small items in each load.

Load evenly to maintain washer balance.

An off-balance load can make the washer vibrate during spin.

For these suggested full-sized highest water level setting.

loads, set the WATER LEVEL Control to the

LAUNDRY CENTER

Heavy Work Clothes

3 workshirts, 2 pairs pants

Towels

9 bath towels - or - 6 bath towels, :3 hand towels,

6 wash cloths

Mixed Load

1 pair slacks, 2 pillowcases, 2 shirts, 1 T-shirt

Delicates

1 camisole, 2 slips, 2 panties, 2 bras, 1 nightie,

1 half-slip

Permanent Press

6 shirts -- or - 2 double sheets, 2 pillcwcases or - 2 single sheets, 2 pillowcases

Knits

2 slacks, 2 shirts - or - 3 dresses

_)ADING TIPS - DRYER

Aix large items with small items.

.oad the dryer by the amount of space

:ems take up, not by their weight. Do

_ot overload the dryer. Overcrowding

:auses ur_even drying and wrinkling, md can cause items to wear out faster because of pilling).

rou may need to rearrange large items sheets, blankets, tablecloths) during cycle to reduce bailing or rolling up.

--or better tumbling action, when drying

)nly a few small items, add one or two int-free towels. This also prevents small ightweight items from blocking airflow.

SING DRYER

ABRIC SOFTENERS ryer fabric softeners are recommended r reducing static cling. Always follow

_ckage instructions carefully.

_ut one fabric softener sheet on top

3f the load before starting the dryer.

30 not add a fabric softener sheet after

:he drying cycle has started. Instant qeat can ,sause the fabric softener to

_pot fabri,cs.

aemove fabric softener stains by wetting

:he stains and rubbing them with liquid

_Jetergent or bar soap and rewash.

Some fabric softeners can clog the int screen and slow drying. Use fabric softeners labeled as dryer safe.

SAVING ENERGY

• Use the AUTO DRY II Cycle to dry most loads.

• Dry full loads only. Do not overdry.

• Avoid overloading dryer, adding wet items to a partly dried load, or openin,.3

the door unnecessarily.

• Shorten drying times by exhausting laundry center properly and cleaning exhaust vent and outside exhaust hood as needed.

• Keep the lint screen clean.

• Use dryer where room air temperature is above 45°F.

• Sort loads by fabric weight and type.

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STAIN REMOVAL RULES

Stained, heavily soiled, or greasy items may need to be prewashed or soaked tor best results. Soaking helps remove protein-type stains like blood, milk, or grass. Prewashing helps loosen soil before washing.

,, Use warm water for soaking or prewashing stained laundry. Hot water can set stains.

,, Most stains are easier to remove when they are fresh. Old or set stains may not come out. Follow package directions for pretreatment products.

0,Before treating any stain, find out what kind of stain it is, how old the stain is, what kind of fabric it is, and if the fabric is colorfast.

(Check the care label.)

,, Washing and drying can set some stains.

,, Start with cold or warm water. Hot water can set some stains.

,, When bleach is recommended, use a bleach that is safe for the fabric.

,, Test stain removers on an inside seam or hidden corner of the item to see if the color is removed.

,, Put the stained area face down on a paper towel or white cloth. Apply the stain remover to the back of the stain.

This forces the stain off the fabric instead of through it.

,, Meat tenderizer or enzyme presoaks help break down some protein stains so they are easier to remove.

STAIN REMOVAL GUIDE

Alcoholic beverage

These stains turn brown with age, so treat immediately. Sponge or soak fresh stains with cold water. Wash. If stain remains, soak 15 minutes in a solution of lukewarm water, liquid detergent, and a few drops of white vinegar. Rinse. Wash.

Blood

Rinse immediately or soak in cold water with enzyme presoak for 30 minutes or longer. Rinse. Rub detergent into any remaining stains. Rinse. If stain remains, put a few drops of 3% hydrogen peroxide on stain for 3-5 minutes. Rinse thoroughly.

Wash.

Chewing gum

Use ice to make gum hard. Scrape off what you can. Sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner. Let dry. Wash.

Chocolate or coffee

Sponge immediately with a nonflammable fabric cleaner or apply a prewash soil and stain remover. Rinse. Wash.

If stain remains, apply a liquid detergent to stain or soak in warm water with an enzyme presoak.

Rewash.

Crayon or candle wax

Scrape off excess with a dull knife.

Place fabric between two blotters or facial tissue. Press with warm iron.

Remove color stain with nonflammable fabric cleaner. Hand wash until stain

is gone. If full load is crayon stained, take to cleaners or coin-operated dry cleaning machine.

Cream, milk, or ice cream

Sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner, or a prewash soil and stain remover. Rinse. Wash. Repeat if necessary. If stain remains, apply a few drops of liquid detergent and a few drops of ammonia.

Blot dry and rinse If stain remains, soak in an enzyme presoak.

Wash.

f

)eodorants or antiperspirants

.ight stain: Treat with liquid detergent

,r your regular laundry detergent.

Vash in hottest water safe for fabric.

-leavy stain: Place face down on towel md treat with a paste of ammonia and

:o]or-safe bleach. Let stand for 30 minutes.

_/ash in hottest water safe for fabric.

:at, grease, or oil tems soiled with vegetable or cooking

_il should not be washed or dried. For

)ther types of greasy stains, use one

)f the melhods below:

, Use pretreatment stain remover. Follow label directions. Wash in hottest water safe for fabric.

, Use taloum powder to absorb as much grease as possible. Sponge with a nonflammalc,le fabric cleaner. Rinse. Wash.

, Treat with liquid detergent or rub a detergent paste on the stain. Wash using hcttest water safe for fabric.

Fruit stains

Fresh sta,_ns: Soak immediately in cool water. Wash. If stain remains, cover area

Nith a paste made of color-safe bleach, few drops of hot water, and a few drops

3f ammonia. Wait 15 to 30 minutes. Wash.

Old stains: Sponge with white vinegar.

Rinse. Repeat procedure for fresh stains.

Grass or green vegetables

Soak in warm or cold water with an enzyme presoak for at least 30 minutes.

Wash in water temperature and bleach

3afe for the fabric. For acetate, sponge

with a nonflammable fabric cleaner. If

_tain remains, bleach with 3% hydrogen

_eroxide. Rinse. Rewash.

Ink or ballpoint pen ink

Pretreat using a prewash stain remover or dry cleaning solvent. Sponge stain continuously until all bleeding stops. Let dry. Repeat if necessary.

Wash. If stain remains, bleach if safe for fabric.

NOTE: India and other indelible inks are almost impossible to remove completely.

Iron or rust

Colored or non-colorfast items: Apply lemon juice and salt. Place in the sun to dry. Rinse thoroughly. Repeat if necessary.

White or colorfast items: Try a rust remover. Test first on inside seam or hem.

Some rust removers are not washer safe.

Follow package directions.

Ketchup or tomato products

Sponge immediately with a nonflammable fabric cleaner or apply a prewash soil and stain remover. Rinse. Wash. If stain remains, apply a liquid detergent to stain or soak in warm water with an enzyme presoak.

Rewash.

Lipstick

Apply nonflammable fabric cleaner or prewash soil and stain remover. Blot with absorbent material. Repeat if necessary.

Rinse. If stain still remains, rub with liquid detergent.

Wash.

Meat juice or egg

Scrape off excess with a dull knife. Soak in cold or warm water with enzyme presoak at least 30 minutes, or treat staiqs with a nonflammable fabric cleaner.

Wash.

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Mildew

Wash in hottest water safe for fabric.

If stain remains, soak in warm water and a color-safe bleach for 15 to 30 minutes.

Rewash. (Old mildew stains are almost impossible to remove. Mildew fungus destroys or weakens fabrics.) An alternative to bleach is to treat with salt and lemon juice and dry in direct sunlight.

Rinse and rewash. Mildew may form if wet or damp laundry remains in your washer for extended periods of time.

-5_ prevent mildew, promptly dry laundry after washing.

Mustard

]qreat immediately.

Scrape off excess mustard. Sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner or a prewash soil and stain remover. Rinse. Work liquid detergent and

a few drops of vinegar into stain. Rinse.

If stain remains, apply 3% hydrogen peroxide. Rinse and wash.

Paint

Hand wash paint-stained items.

Water base: Treat stains while still wet.

(These paints cannot be removed after they have dried.) Rinse in warm water to flush out paint. Sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner. Rinse. Wash.

Oil base: Scrape off fresh paint. Sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner.

While stain is still wet with solvent, rub liquid detergent into it. Wash with hottest water safe for fabric.

Perspiration

Remove stains before ironing Perspiration stains may weaken fabric. Wash or sponge stain thoroughly with detergent and warm water. If perspiration has changed the color of the fabric, use one of the following treatments:

Fresh stains: Apply ammonia to stain.

Rinse. Launder to remove ammonia odor.

Old stains: Apply white vinegar to stain.

Rinse. Launder to remove vinegar odor.

Scorch

Severe scorch cannot be removed.

Wet stain with 3% hydrogen peroxide.

Cover with a dry cloth and press with an iron as hot as is safe for tt-e fabric.

Rinse well. Wash.

OR

Wet with lemon juice and spread in the sun to dry. Wash.

Soft drinks

Sponge immediately with cold water.

Heat and detergent may set stain.

hissectionexplainshowto carefor ourlaundrycenterproperlyandsafely.

CLEANING YOUR DRYER

EXTERIOR

Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the cabinet and console. Avoid using harsh abrasives.

Do not put sharp metal objects on or in your dryer. They can damage the finish.

'roper

care of your laundry center an extend its life and help you avoid ostly service calls.

;LEANING YOUR WASHER

!XTERIOR

Vipe up detergent, bleach, and other pills with a soft, damp cloth or sponge s they occur. Occasionally wipe the

,utside of the washer to keep it looking ke new.

)o not put sharp or metal objects in your

Jasher. They can damage the finish.

;heck all pockets for pins, clips, money,

,olts, nuts., etc. Do not lay these objects

,n your laundry center after emptying

,ockets.

NTERIOR

;lean interior with 1 cup of chlorine

,leach mixed with 2 cups of detergent.

tun washer through a complete cycle

,sing hot water. Repeat process if

,ecessary.

IOTE: Remove hard water deposits using

,nly cleaners labeled as washer safe.

,VATER IINLET HOSES

_eplace inlet hoses after five years f use to reduce the risk of hose failure.

'eriodicaIly inspect and replace inlet oses if you find bulges, kinks, cuts, tear, or leaks. When replacing your inlet oses, mark the date of replacement n the label with a permanent marker.

INTERIOR

Explosion Hazard

Use nonflammable cleaners.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, fire, or burns.

Garments that contain unstable dyes, such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor the drum interior.

To clean dryer drum:

STEP 1. Make a paste with detergent and very warm water and apply to a soft cloth. Continue with STEPS 2-4.

or

STEP la. Spray non-flammable liquid household cleaner on the stained area.

Continue with STEPS 2-4.

STEP 2. Scrub area until all excess dye is removed.

STEP 3. Wipe thoroughly with a damp cloth.

STEP 4. Tumble a load of clean towels for 20 minutes to dry.

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CLEANING THE LINT SCREEN

Remove Lint Before Every Load

The lint screen is located on the back wall of your dryer. Clean it before every load. A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time.

To clean:

STEP 1. Pull out the lint screen and its cover.

STEP 2. Separate

Screen the cover and the screen by squeezing the screen and pulling on the cover at the same time

IMPORTANT:

• Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose, damaged, blocked, or missing.

Doing so can cause overheating and damage to both the dryer and fabrics.

• Some towels made of synthetic fibers and natural fibers (polyester and cotton blends) may shed more lint than other towels, causing your dryer's lint screen to fill up faster. Be sure to remove lint from the lint screen before and after drying new towels.

Wash Lint Screen As Needed

Laundry detergents and fabric softeners can cause a residue buildup on the lint screen. Wash the lint screen with a nylon brush if it becomes clogged due to a residue buildup.

To clean:

STEP 1. Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water.

STEP 2. Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid detergent; scrub lint screen with the brush to remove residue buildup.

Cover

STEP 3. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers.

Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint. Wet lint is hard to remove.

STEP 3. Rinse screen with hot water.

STEP 4. Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel; replace in dryer.

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STEP 4. Put the lint screen and cover back together and push firmly back into place.

_ECKING FOR AIR FLOW

3STRUCTION

)m time to time, you may find it helpful check your laundry center and exhaust stem for proper air flow. Poor air flow n result in longer drying times.

check for air flow obstruction:

"EP 1. Check to ensure nothing is

>cking ventilation slots on laundry nter rear panel.

"EP 2. Inspect exhaust hood. It should

t be blocked or obstructed.

To remove accumulated inside the dryer: lint from

-MOVING ACCUMULATED LINT it can gather inside the exhaust nt or dryer and be fuel for a fire. Lint ould be removed every 2 to 3 years, more often, depending on dryer usage.

eaning should be done by a qualified rvice person.

remove accumulated lint from

:haust ve_nt:

I'EP 1. Disconnect exhaust vent from

e laundry center.

FEP 2. Clean one section of vent at

time until you reach the exhaust hood.

tachment on your vacuum or, use a

_le or wire with a feather duster or rag tached.

FEP 3. Reconnect vent as described the "INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS" this Owr_er's Manual.

Electrical Shock Hazard

Disconnect power before cleaning.

Replace all panels before operating.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or electrical shock.

STEP 1. Disconnect power.

STEP 2. Remove back panel by removing the screws along the frame.

STEP 3. Remove lint from the dryer base with dusting brush or vacuum cleaner attachment.

Avoid damaging wires or thermostats.

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Lint i_._

reconnect and level laundry center again, if

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WINTER STORAGE

Install and store your laundry center where it will not freeze.

Because some water may stay in the hoses, freezing can damage your laundry center. If storing or moving your laundry center during freezing weather winterize it.

To winterize laundry center:

1. Shut off both water faucets.

2. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.

3. Put 1 quart of R.V.-type antifreeze in the basket.

4. Run washer on a SPIN setting for about

30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and water. Some of the mixture will pump out while the washer spins.

5. Disconnect power.

TO use laundry center again:

1. Flush water pipes and hoses.

2. Reconnect water inlet hoses.

3. Turn on both water faucets.

4. Reconnect power supply cord.

5. Run the washer through a complete cycle with 1 cup of detergent to clean out antifreeze.

NON-USE OR VACATION CARE

Operate your laundry center only when you are at home. If you will be on vacation or not using your laundry (;enter for an extended period of time, you should:

• Disconnect power.

• Turn off the water supply to the laundry center. This helps avoid accidental flooding (due to a water pressure surge) while you are away.

• Wash dryer lint screen.

MOVING CARE

• Disconnect power.

• Make sure leveling legs are secure.

• Use masking tape to secure washer lid and dryer door.

ost laundering problems are easily

)lved if you understand the cause.

heck these tables for common laundry

and washer problems.

If you need further assistance, see page 56.

Problem Possible Cause Solution

Washer Leaks Household plumbing is leaking. Repair plumbing.

Inlet hoses not tight.

Inlet hose washers not properly seated.

Tighten hoses

(see "INSTALLATION'_Sections E & F).

Reseat washers

(see "INSTALLATION','Section E).

Drain hose not properly clamped or is off.

Clamp drain hose

(see "INSTALLATION','Section D).

Won't Drain/

Won't Spin/

Wet Loads

Drain is clogged.

Tub moved forward during unloading, causing water to deflect off of tub ring.

Laundry center not level causing water to deflect off of tub ring.

Ensure tub is centered before starting washer.

Ensure leveling legs are installed.

Level laundry center

(see "INSTALLATION'[ Section H).

Redistribute the load.

Load is unbalanced. Spray rinses are deflecting off of load.

Washer is overloaded. Fills or spray rinses are deflecting off of load.

Reduce load size.

Drain hose is kinked or clogged.

Correct operation of neutral drain,

Lid is open.

Drain hose is more than

96 inches above floor.

Too much detergent excessive sudsing.

Wrong cycle for load being washed,

Remove drain clogs. Laundry tub, standpipe, or floor drain must be able to handle 17 gallons of water per minute.

Straighten or unplug hose

(see "INSTALLATION'_Section D).

After a wash or rinse, the washer w ll drain without spinning. After draining, the spinning begins.

Close the lid.

Lower drain hose

(see "INSTALLATION','Section D).

Use less detergent.

Choose a cycle with a higher spin speed (see "OPERATION").

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Problem

Won't Drain/

Won't Spin/

Wet Loads

(cont'd)

Possible Cause

Low voltage or using an extensioncord.

Cold rinses.

Continues to Fill/

Continues to Drain/

Cycle Stuck

Drain hose is less than

39 inchesabove floor.

Drain hose fits tightlyinto standpipe.

Drain hose taped into standpipe.

Washer Makes Load is unbalanced.

Noise

Laundrycenter is not level.

Floor not strong enough

to support laundrycenter.

Gears engaging after drain and before spin.

Won't Fill/

Won't Rinse/

Won't Agitate/

Wrong

Temperature

Upper part of agitator clicks during wash.

Water inlet valve screens are plugged.

Water is turned off.

Hot and cold hoses are reversed.

Inlet hose is kinked.

Timer dial is not lined up.

Power cord not plugged in.

Solution

Check electricalsource or €:all

electrician.Do not use an extension cord,

Cold rinses leave loadsweber than warm rinses.This is normal.

Raise the drain hose

(see "INSTALLATION': Section D).

Adjust drain hose for loose fit

(see "tNSTALLATION'_Section D).

Do not seal off drain hose with tape.

The drain hose needs an air gap.

Redistribute load.

Level laundrycenter

(see "INSTALLATION','Section H).

Relocate laundrycenter

(see "INSTALLATIO_ Section A).

This is normal.

This is normal.

Clean screens.

Turn on water.

Reverse hoses

(see "INSTALLATIO_ Sections E & F).

Straighten hoses.

Turn timer knob to the right slightly and pull to start.

Plug in power cord.

Problem

Machine

Stops

Agitator Not

Working

Water Level

Too LowlNot

Completely

Filling

Tub is

Crooked

Lint on Load

Possible Cause

Power cord not plugged in.

No power at plug.

Improper sorting.

Overloading.

Solution

Plug in power cord.

Check electrical source or call electrician.

Fuse blown or circuit breaker open.

Using an extension cord.

Timer is not lined up.

Timer knob not pulled out.

Washer at pause in

PERMANENT PRESS Cycle

(approximately two minutes).

Machine is overloaded.

Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker

If problem continues, call electrician.

Do not use an extension cord.

Turn timer to the right slightly and pull to start.

Set and pull out knob.

Allow cycle to continue

(see "OPERATION").

Wash smaller loads.

The top of the agitator moves only in one direction.

This is normal.

The top of the agitator is loose.

This is normal.

The top of the agitator is much This is normal.

higher than the highest water level. This creates a perception of the washer not being full.

Tub pulled forward when unloading,

Tub moves.

Laundry center not level.

Ensure tub is centered before starting washer.

This is normal.

Ensure leveling legs are installed.

Level laundry center

(see "INSTALLATION','Section H).

Sort lint givers from lint takers and by color.

Lint can be trapped in load if overloaded. Wash smaller loads.

Paper or tissue in pockets.

Not enough detergent.

Detergent not dissolving.

Clean out pockets before washing.

Use enough detergent to hold lint in water.

Use wash water warmer than 70°F.

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Problem

"Fearing

Stains on

Load

Load is

Wrinkled

Load is

"lrangled/

Twisted

Possible Cause

Overloading. Improper use of washer,

Improper use of chlorine

bleach. Undilutedbleach

will damage fabdcs.

Sharp itemsnot removed from pockets;fasteners

not fastened.

Solution

Loads shouldmove freely during

wash. Wash smaller loads.

Do not pourchlorinebleachdirectly

on load. Wipe up bleach spills.

Clean out pockets beforewashing.

Zip zippers beforewashing,

Items damaged before washing,

Improper use of fabric softener in washer or dryer,

Mend rips and broken threads in seams before washing.

Dilute fabric softener and add to deep rinse only.

Iron in water (rust).

Install an iron filter.

Under use of detergent causing Use enough detergent to remove soil to be redeposited, soil and hold it in suspension.

Dye transfer due to not sorting loads properly,

Dye transfer due to not unloading washer promptly,

Not removing load promptly.

Wrong cyclefor fabrics being washed,

Overloading.

Sort dark clothing from whites and lights.

Unload the washer as soon as it stops.

Unload the washer as soon as it stops.

Use cold rinsesand cycles with slow

spin speeds to reduce wrinkling.

Loads shouldmove freely dudng wash. Wash smaller loads.

Washwater notwarm enoughto Ifsafe for fabdc, use warmor hotwash

relaxwrinkles.Usingwarm dnses, water.Use coldrinsewater.

Hoses reversed.

Reverse hoses

(see "INSTALLATIO_ Sections E & F).

Overloading.

Clotheswrappedaround agitator,

Loads shouldmove freely dudng wash. Wash smaller loads.

Do not wrap itemsaround agitator when loadingthe washer.

Problem

Not Drying

Satisfactorily

Dryer WH

Not Run

Possible Cause Solution

This laundry center operates at a lower wattage.

Expect longer drying times.

Lint screen is clogged with lint.

Clean lint screen.

Restricted air movement.

Exhaust vent or outside exhaust hood is clogged with lint.

Run dryer for 5-10 minutes. Hold hand under outside exhaust hood to check air movement. If you do not feel air moving, clean exhaust system of lint or replace exhaust vent with rigid or flexible heavy metal vent

(see "INSTALLATIO_ Section I).

Exhaust vent is crushed or kinked,

Replace with rigid or flexible heavy metal vent

(see "INSTALLATIO_ Section I).

Replace fuse or reset breaker.

One fuse is blown or circuit breaker is tripped. The dryer will appear to operate, but you will not get any heat.

Timer or the temperature control is set on AIR DRY.

Select the right cycle for the types of garments being dried

(see "OPERATION").

Fabric softener sheets blocking outlet grill,

Use only one softener sheet per load and only use it once.

Laundry center located in room Move laundry center where it can with temperature below 45°E operate in ambient air temperatures above 45°F.

Large amount of moisture in the load.

Cold rinse water used.

Expect longer dry times with items that hold more moisture (cottons).

Expect longer dry times, but you are saving energy and reducing wrinkles.

Separate load to tumble freely.

Load too large and bulky to dry quickly.

Power cord not firmly plugged into a live circuit with proper voltage.

Fuses blown or circuit breakers tripped.

Using a regular fuse.

Dryer door not firmly closed.

PUSH TO START DRYER

Button not firmly pressed.

Controls not set in an

ON position.

Plug power cord into a live circuit.

Replace fuses or reset breakers.

Replace with a time-delay fuse.

Close dryer door tightly.

Press PUSH TO START DRYER

Button again.

Reset controls in an ON position.

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Problem

Lint in Load

Items

Shrinking

Loads are

Wrinkled

Odors

Unusual

Sounds

Possible Cause

Lint screen is clogged.

Improper sorting.

Load is too big or heavy.

Load is overdried.

Paper or tissue in pockets.

Pilling being mistaken for lint.

Stains on Load Improper use of fabric softener in washer,

Drying soiled items.

Overdrying.

Poor garment quality.

Manufacturer's care label instructions not followed,

Overloading.

Overdrying.

Load left in dryer at the end of cycle,

Household chemicals, paint, or varnish being drawn into dryer.

First use of dryer element

(electric only).

Thumping of rollers when laundry center has set.

Solution

Clean lint screen. Check for air movement.

Sort lint givers from lint takers and by color.

Dry smaller loads so lint (:an be carried to the lint screen.

Use correct dryer settings for fabric.

Overdrying can cause lint-attracting static (see "OPERATION"),

Clean out pockets before drying.

Pilling (surface fuzz) is c_used by normal wear and laundering.

Use fabric softener sheets in dryer. Add at beginning of cycle when load is cold.

Items need to be clean before being dried.

Match dryer settings to fabric type

(see "OPERATION").

Check quality of garment before purchasing.

Follow fabric care label instructions carefully.

Dry smaller loads that can tumble freely.

Match dryer settings to fabric type

(see "OPERATION").

Remove load as soon as tumbling stops.

Do not use dryer while these chemical fumes are in the air.

Will be gone after the first cycle.

Thump wilt go away after 5 minutes of drying.

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Agreement.

Kenmore Laundry

Centers are designed, manufactured, and tested for years of dependable

operation. Yet any appliance may require service from time to time. The

Sears Maintenance Agreement offers you an outstanding service program for your Kenmore Laundry Center.

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• Is your way to buy tomorrow's service at today's prices.

• Eliminates repair bills resulting from normal use.

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Maintenance Check at your request to keep your laundry center in proper running condition.

For more information, call 1-800-827-6655.

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