KitchenAid KELC500S laundry center USE & CARE GUIDE

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KELC500S
LAUNDRY CENTER
WASHER
USE & CARE GUIDE
CONTENTS — с
BEFORE USING YOUR
WASHER DRYER ........ 2
SAFETY FIRST .............. 3
PARTS AND FEATURES . . . . .. 4
LAUNDERING
PREPARATION ............ 5
STARTING YOUR WASHER... 6
WHAT HAPPENS IN
EACHCYCLE ............. 8
OTHER OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS ........... 12
STARTING YOUR DRYER .... 13
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. 14
SELECTING A CYCLE ....... 15
FEATURES ................. 16
DRYING TIPS ............... 17
LINT SCREEN/
LINT REMOVAL ........... 18
CARING FOR YOUR
WASHER e DRYER ........ 19
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE ............. 21
KITCHENAID'““ WARRANTY. 24
©1987 KitchenAid, Inc.
BEFORE USING
YOUR LAUNDRY
CENTER
WASHER DRYER
Read this “USE & CARE GUIDE”
and your “LAUNDRY GUIDE”
carefully for important use and
safety information.
You are personally responsible
for making sure that your
washer ¢ dryer:
e |s installed by a qualified installer.
e |s properly installed and leveled in
a well ventilated room” on a floor
that can support the weight.
e Is connected to the right kind of
outlet, electric supply, water suppiy
and drain.*
e |s properly grounded.”
e |s properly connected to
exhaust system.”
e |s used only for jobs normally
expected of home washers and
dryers.
e |s properly maintained.
e |s protected from the weather
and kept where the temperature
is above 45°F (7.2°C).
e |s not run where there may be
explosive fumes.
e |s not run by children or anyone
unable to operate it properly.
*See the “INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS” for complete
information.
SAFETY FIRST
ALWAYS unplug the power supply
cord or turn off the electrical power
before attempting to service the
washer/dryer.
NEVER put flammable fluids
(dry cleaning solvents, gasoline,
kerosene) in or near the washer
or dryer.
ALWAYS hand launder or air dry
fabrics treated with flammable fluids
before putting them into your washer
or dryer.
NEVER put your hands into the
washer until all motion stops. If the lid
is opened while the basket is spin-
ning, the basket will automatically
stop in a few minutes.
DO NOT allow children to operate or
play with the washer or dryer.
ALWAYS store detergent, laundry
aids and other materials in a cool,
dry place where children can't reach
them — in a locked cabinet, if
possible.
ALWAYS read and follow instruc-
tions on packages of detergent and
laundry aids — especially warnings
and precautions.
NEVER dry items containing wax
or paint in the dryer. The fumes can
create a FIRE HAZARD.
FIRE HAZARD and DAMAGE to
some materials can result from:
e drying heat sensitive materials
with heat.
© operating the dryer with the lint
screen loose, damaged or missing.
* allowing lint to build up inside
the dryer.
HAZARDOUS FUMES can be
formed if chlorine bleach is used in
the same wash as ammonia or acid
such as vinegar or rust remover.
DO NOT machine wash glass fiber
materials. Small particles can stick to
fabrics washed in following loads
and cause skin irritation.
NEVER operate the dryer if:
e lt is not working right.
e |t is damaged.
e Parts are missing.
* All panels are not in place.
DO NOT let dust, lint, paper, rags,
chemicals, etc., pile up around or
under the appliance. DO NOT install
against drapes or curtains.
SPECIAL CAUTION: If hot water
has not been used recently (usually
two weeks or longer), explosive
hydrogen gases may build up in the
water heater and hot water pipes. To
prevent injury or damage, turn on
all hot water faucets and allow water
to run for several minutes. This will
allow gases to escape. Do not smoke
or use any open flame near the
faucet while it is open.
* SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS e
PARTS AND FEATURES
Model and Serial
Number Plate
Lint Screen
Dryer Drum
Dryer Controls
Washer Controls
Washer Lid Latch
Basket
Lint Filter
Agitator
Tub
You should wipe out the basket
with a damp cloth before using to
remove dust from storing or
shipping.
Copy Your Model and
Serial Numbers Here
When you need service or
call with a question, have this
information ready:
1. Complete Model and Serial
Numbers (from the plate
located as shown).
2. Purchase date from sales slip.
Copy this information in these
spaces. Keep this book and sales
slip together in a handy place.
Please complete and mail the
Owners Registration Card fur-
nished with this product.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Service Company Phone Number
LAUNDERING
PREPARATION
For best washing and drying
results, you must take some very
important steps before, during and
after each load:
1.
Prepare and sort each load for
washing. (See “Laundry Center
Guide,” pages 4-5.)
. Measure and add detergent or
soap to washer. (See “Laundry
Center Guide,’ pages 9-10.)
. Load the washer properly.
(See “Laundry Center Guide,’
pages 6-7.)
. Select the water temperature,
load size and cycle recommended
for the fabrics before starting
the washer. (See pages 6-7 of this
book.)
. Add other laundry aids to the
washer according to instructions.
(See “Laundry Center Guide,’
pages 11-13.)
. Properly sort the load for
drying. (See “Laundry Center
Guide,” pages 18-19.)
. Select the right drying cycle and
time for the fabrics. (See pages
14-15 of this book.)
Remove and hang or fold items
immediately after drying.
Service or performance prob-
lems caused by the use of any
product not manufactured by
KitchenAid, Inc. are the re-
sponsibility of the manufac-
turer of that product.
STARTING YOUR
WASHER
WASH-RINSE
TEMPERATURE
PAE WASH 2”
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LOAD SIZES AND
To hold the washer lid up, WATER LEVELS
lift the lid until it snaps past the latch.
To release the lid, push the lid For best cleaning results, the
load must be able to move freely in
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ach up the water. Too big a load or too little
ing of
1. Select a WATER LEVEL waler can cause wear or tearing o
Warm mitch
(КГ Med Large CAUTI ON x
er Laura DO NOT OVERLOAD WASHER.
D J ° : EX LARGE
YX (11.3 gal./42.7 LY*
№ O LARGE
(9.4 gal./35.6 L)*
e Turn the knob to point to a setting MEDIUM
that describes the size of load you (7.5 gal./28.4 L)*
want to wash. EX SMALL
e The water level can be set for (5.6 gal./21.2 L)*
EX SMALL, MEDIUM, LARGE or a
EX LARGE loads. Select the water *Approximate fill with load.
level that matches the load size.
See your “LAUNDRY CENTER 2. Select WATER
GUIDE” for details on load TEMPERATURES
sizes. Hot Warm
Cold Cold
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Hot Cold E
Med
Warm Cold e
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e Match the wash water temperature
to the type of fabrics and soils
being washed.
Recommended wash tem-
peratures can be found in your
“LAUNDRY CENTER GUIDE”
KitchenAid
CUSHIONED HEAT
SYSTEM
ZA Center
PUSH TO START
WATER LEVEL WASHER * DRYER
3. Select CYCLE and
WASH TIME:
Start the Washer
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Q.
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A. Push in the Control Knob and
turn it to the right. It must be
pushed in and turned only
clockwise.
B. Stop on a number in the cycle
you want. The numbers are
minutes of wash time. The draw-
ing shows 8 minutes of agitation in
the REGULAR/HEAVY Cycle.
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C. Start the washer by pulling out
the Control Knob. The washer
will fill to the level you set with
wash water of the selected tem-
perature. After filling, the washer
will agitate for the selected
number of minutes.
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D. To stop the washer at any
time, push in the Control Knob.
To restart the washer, pull out the
Control Knob.
WHAT HAPPENS IN EACH CYCLE
Each cycle has different agitation
and spin speeds designed for differ-
ent kinds of fabrics. Numbers on
the dial in each cycle are the minutes
of WASH agitation time.
When a Cycle Control Knob is set
to a number and pulled out, the
washer fills before agitation and tim-
ing starts. After agitation starts, the
knob turns clockwise until it points to
OFF and the cycle ends.
NOTE: You may hear the sound of
water spraying during the spin part of
some cycles. In some cycles, cold
water is sprayed on the spinning load
to help with the rinsing.
IMPORTANT: THE WASHER WILL
PAUSE BRIEFLY THROUGHOUT
EACH CYCLE. These pauses are
normal. They allow for the
reversing of the motor, normal
washer operations, and the cool
down portion of the PERMANENT
PRESS Cycle.
EXTRA WASH Cycle
М
Use for washing heavily soiled
loads that require maximum soil
removal. Double the recom-
mended amount of detergent.
| FILL to Selected Level |
[ WASH 2 Minutes, High Speed |
—
| PARTIAL DRAIN |
After the PARTIAL DRAIN the
washer automatically refills and goes
into the REGULAR/HEAVY Cycle.
Be sure to use enough detergent
for the double wash.
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REGULAR/HEAVY Cycle
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A cycle for sturdily constructed
fabrics that are heavily to moderately
soiled.
| FILL to Selected Level |
| WASH 2 Minutes, High Speed |
| WASH 10 Minutes, Low Speed |
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[ DRAIN No Agitation |
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| SPIN High Speed, 3 Spray Rinses |
| FILL for Deep Rinse |
RINSE High Speed
[ RINSE Low Speed |
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| DRAIN No Agitation |
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| SPIN High Speed, 3 Spray Rinses
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REGULAR Cycle PERM'T PRESS HEAVY Cycle
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A cycle for regular loads of fabrics A cycle designed for permanent
that are moderately to lightly soiled. press and some synthetic fabrics that
are moderately soiled. The cool
| down rinse helps keep wrinkles from
setting into these fabrics.
| FILL to Selected Level
| WASH 6 Minutes, Low Speed | [ FILL to Selected Level |
DRAIN No Agtaton | | WASH 2 Minutes, High Speed |
| SPIN High Speed, 3 Spray Rinses | [ WASH 8 Minutes, Low Speed |
| FILL for Deep Rinse _| [ PARTIAL DRAIN (Pause) |
| RINSE High Speed | [ REFILL - COOL DOWN |
| RINSE Low Speed | WASH Lon See |
| DRAIN No Agitation | [BRAIN No Agitation — 7
| SPIN High Speed, 3 Spray Rinses _ [ SPIN Low Speed, 3 Spray Rinses |
| FILL for Deep Rinse |
| RINSE Low Speed |
| DRAIN No Agitation |
| SPIN Low Speed |
PERM'T PRESS LIGHT Cycle
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A cycle designed for lightly soiled
permanent press and synthetic
items. The cool down rinse helps
keep wrinkles from setting into these
fabrics.
| FILL to Selected Level |
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| WASH 6 Minutes, Low Speed |
|
| PARTIAL DRAIN (Pause) |
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| REFILL- COOL DOWN
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| WASH Low Speed
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| DRAIN No Agitation
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| SPIN Low Speed, 3 Spray Rinses |
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| FILL for Deep Rinse
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| RINSE Low Speed
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| DRAIN No Agitation
|
| SPIN Low Speed |
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DELICATES NORMAL Cycle
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A cycle that gently washes and
spins moderately soiled delicate
items.
| FILL to Selected Level |
| WASH 4 Minutes, Low Speed |
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| Y SOAK 2 Minutes (Pause) |
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| WASH 2 Minutes, Low Speed |
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| DRAIN No Agitation |
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| SPIN Low Speed, 3 Spray Rinses |
| FILL for Deep Rinse |
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| RINSE Low Speed |
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| DRAIN No Agitation
|
| SPIN Low Speed |
V Indicates the machine is
pausing for a brief soak
period.
DELICATES LIGHT Cycle
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SOAK and PRE-WASH Cycles
Regular 8 e
Heavy 12 *
Extra
Wash 2
A cycle that gently washes and
spins lightly soiled delicate items.
| FILL to Selected Level |
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| WASH 2 Minutes, Low Speed |
|
| \ SOAK ?2 Minutes (Pause) |
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| WASH 2 Minutes, Low Speed |
|
| DRAIN No Agitation |
| SPIN Low Speed, 3 Spray Rinses |
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| FILL for Deep Rinse |
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| RINSE Low Speed |
|
| DRAIN No Agitation |
|
| SPIN Low Speed |
Y Indicates the machine is
pausing for a brief soak
period.
Brief periods of agitation and
-soak time help remove heavy soils
and certain stains that need extra
pretreatment. Use recommended
amount of detergent or pre-soak
additive. The Soak cycle should
always be followed by Wash
cycle.
| FILL to Selected Level |
| WASH 2 Minutes, High Speed
er.
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| SOAK 8 Minutes, No Agitation
|
Pre-Wash setting begins here,
(see page 12).
| WASH 2 Minutes, High Speed |
| DRAIN No Agitation |
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| SPIN High Speed |
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Special care is needed when soak-
ing or pre-washing laundry. See
your “LAUNDRY GUIDE” for
proper use of this cycle.
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OTHER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Rinse and Spin
| REGULAR
HEAVY
You may need extra rinse and spin
for heavily soiled loads which need
more detergent. (Extra detergent can
require an extrarinse.)
1. Push Control Knob in.
2. Turn clockwise to any e on the
dial. See above drawing.
3. Pull Control Knob out.
4. The washer will fill to selected
level; agitate 2 minutes; drain and
spin.
Drain and Spin
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REGULAR, PERMT
HEAYY PRESS
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Heavy 12 ° 2 |
Extra a
Wazh UY
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OFF .
PRE-WASH 2 ° - PUSH STOP
soax 12 wl DELICATES |
Your washer can be set to drain
and spin out water.
1. Push Control Knob in.
2. Turn clockwise to the bar just
before OFF. See above drawing.
3. Puli Control Knob out.
4. The washer will drain and spin.
For agitation and spin speeds in
each cycle, see pages 8-11.
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Soak or Pre-Wash
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SoA Do
For best results, use warm water
for soaking or pre-washing stained
laundry. Hot water can set stains.
1. Use recommended amount of
detergent or presoak product.
2. Push Control Knob in.
3. Turn clockwise to point to a
number in the SOAK or PRE-
WASH cycle.
4. Pull Control Knob outto start
washer.
5. When the cycle is over, add de-
tergent for the next selected wash
cycle. The SOAK Cycle should
always be followed by a Wash
Cycle.
Important: See additional care
information on page 7 of your
“LAUNDRY GUIDE”
Cleaning the Lint Filter
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Clean filter after every load for best
filtering results. NOTE: The load type
will vary the amount of lint build-up.
To clean:
1. Lift off the agitator barrel.
2. Wash or wipe the filter clean in
the bottom of the agitator barrel.
The filter is not removable.
3. Replace the agitator barrel and
snap into place.
STARTING YOUR DRYER
Before starting your dryer, be
sure laundry is sorted and loaded
properly. (See your “LAUNDRY
GUIDE”) Be sure the door is
tightiy closed.
REGULAR Less Dry, e Very Dry LA
HEAVY . * a NormDry PRESS
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CUSHIONED HEAT [TEO .
KitchenAid SYSTEM * » Cool Down
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Very Dry
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WASHER ¢« DRYER PUSH TO START 30
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CYCLE and TIME
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Turn the Control Knob either way
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to point to the time setting you want -
in a desired drying cycle. To stop, open the door (or turn the
2. Push th Control Knob to OFF).
. Push the
START Button To restart, close the door and push
the START Button.
CUSHIONED HEAT
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4. Changing a Setting
The setting can be changed at
any time by turning the Control Knob
to a new setting.
The Cycle Control Knob should
point to OFF when the dryer is
not in use.
The dryer will start tumbling when
you push the START Button.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
The Automatic Cycles
The automatic cycles allow you
to select the degree of dryness you
prefer for the clothes being dried.
The Control Knob will not move
until the clothes load is almost
dry or the COOL-DOWN portion
of the cycle has been reached.
After COOL-DOWN, knob
automatically moves to an OFF
area and tumbling stops.
AT
Use AUTOMATIC REGULAR/
HEAVY to dry heavy and medium-
weight cotton items. The load
tumbles without heat during the
last 5 minutes. This helps make the
load easier to handle.
OFF
Use AUTOMATIC PERMT
PRESS to dry permanent press,
knits and other synthetic fabrics.
The load tumbles without heat
during the last 10 minutes.
This helps keep wrinkles from
setting in and makes the load
easier to handle.
REGULAR
HEAVY
Norm Dry y
OFF
e If items are drier than you like, use
a setting to the right of the * the
next time you dry a similar load.
PERMT
PRESS
REGULAR; Less Dry \ OFF I. Very Dry PERMT
HEAYY . * s PRESS
* Norm Dry
Norm Dry
e If items are not as dry as you like,
use a setting to the left of the + the
next time you dry a similar load.
OVERDRYING CAN CAUSE
SHRINKAGE, STATIC CLING AND
DAMAGE TO SOME FABRICS.
TIME DRY
Use the TIME DRY Cycle for any
load you want to dry by time. For
example: small loads, large bulky
items, items to be fluffed or dusted.
REGULAR „very Dry PERMT
HEAVY * + Norm Dry PRESS
.
Norm Dry + .
a Cool Down
.
Very Dry
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AIR
TUMBLE OFF
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For the first few loads, set the
Control Knob to point to an * in
either automatic cycle. When the
dryer stops, feel the dried items.
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1. Turn the Control Knob to the
number of minutes you want —
from 10 to 50.
2. The last 5 minutes of this cycle are
without heat — a cool down time.
This helps make the load easier to
handle.
SELECTING A CYCLE
This chart suggests fabric
loads and cycle selections.
SUGGESTED
TYPE OF LOAD CYCLE
Cottons and Linens
EXTRA HEAVY — Bedspreads, mattress pads, quilts .....
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS — Towels, jeans, corduroys, AUTOMATIC
workclothes . ....... eee. .8000r00re As REGULAR/
MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS - Sheets, pillowcases, HEAVY
cotton underwear, diapers .............. 2...
LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS — Batistes, organdies, lingerie
Permanent Press, Synthetics and Blends
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS —- Work clothes, jackets, AUTOMATIC
raincoats ......... .ereiredcecrecrrerederera PERM'T
MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS — Shirts, play clothes, PRESS
sheets, slacks ............... iii,
LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS — Lingerie, blouses, dresses . . .
Knits
HEAVYWEIGHT — Cottons, rayons, blends, T-shirts, AUTOMATIC
slacks, shirts .............. 2.2... A A A aa a PERM'T
LIGHTWEIGHT — Synthetics (polyester, acrylic, etc.) PRESS
and blends, lingerie, blouses, dresses ................
Lightweight and Delicate Fabrics AUTOMATIC
Sheer curtains (2or3panels) ......................... PERM'T
Gauze, lace, etc. ............ ena. PRESS
Rubber, Plastic, Heat Sensitive Fabrics AIR TUMBLE
FOAM RUBBER — Pillows, bras, stuffed toys ............ 20 Mins.
PLASTIC — Shower curtains, tablecioths ................ 20 Mins.
OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE, SHEER NYLON ........... 15-20 Mins.
WARNING: Drying heat sensitive materials with heat can
damage them or be a FIRE HAZARD.
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FEATURES
AIR TUMBLE Setting
The dryer does not heat when the
Control Knob is set on AIR TUMBLE.
This setting can be used to fluff bed-
ding, plastic tablecloths, foam rubber
pillows, stuffed toys, sneakers, etc.
QUICK PRESS Setting
The QUICK PRESS setting
removes wrinkles from dry clothing
such as items that may have been
packed in a suitcase, closet, or items
not removed from the dryer.
The load will tumble in heated air
10 minutes. The heat shuts off and
the dryer continues to tumble the
load for 5 more minutes.
For best results, QUICK PRESS
only a few items at a time. Put them
on hangers or fold as soon as the
dryer stops.
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CYCLE SENTRY Signal
The dryer sounds a signal to let
you know when the cycle is finished.
The signal is automatic with a non-
adjustable volume.
The signal is helpful when you are
drying permanent press, synthetics
and other items that should be taken
out as soon as the dryer stops.
Cushioned Heat
The dryer automatically reduces
the heat settings in REGULAR/
HEAVY and PERM'T PRESS cycles.
During the last few minutes of each
of these cycles the dryer temperature
gradually reduces to a lower
setting. COOL-DOWN takes over
automatically after Cushioned Heat
is finished. This helps prevent
overdrying.
DRYING TIPS
Mixed Loads
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GEES
When drying a load with different
kinds and weights of fabrics, use the
cycle suggested for lightest fabrics.
NOTE: Overdrying can cause
shrinkage, static cling and damage
to some fabrics.
To help reduce wrinkling, take
the load from the dryer as soon as
tumbling stops. This is very important
for permanent press, knits and
synthetic fabrics.
Drying Times
Drying times will vary depending
on one or more of the following:
eo Amount of moisture in the clothes.
e Type and weight of the fabric.
e Size of the load.
e Room temperature around the
dryer.
e Temperature of the wash/rinse
water.
e Amount of lint in the lint screen.
e Dryer temperature selection.
See your “LAUNDRY GUIDE”
for more information.
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LINT SCREEN
Clean the lint screen before
each load. A screen blocked by lint
can increase drying time and may
be a FIRE HAZARD.
The lint screen is inside the dryer
drum, on the back wall.
WARNING: DO NOT run the
dryer with the lint screen loose,
damaged, blocked or missing.
Doing so can cause over-
heating, can damage fabrics
and can be a FIRE HAZARD.
1. Grasp the lint screen by the finger
holes and pull straight out.
2. Lightly squeeze the body, as
shown, while pulling the cover off.
3. ROLL lint off the screen with your
fingers. Do not rinse or wash
the screen. Wet lint is hard to
remove.
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LINT REMOVAL
Lint can gather inside the dryer
and create a fire hazard. This lint
should be removed at least
every 2 to 3 years, or more often,
depending on dryer usage.
WARNING:
¢ Avoid electrical shock hazard.
Unplug the power supply cord
or turn off the electrical power.
e Avoid injury or damage. Do not
put hands inside the cabinet.
® Маке sure the dryer is cool.
Exhaust Duct Outlet
Heat Element]
Terminais | |\\ ||.
Cleaning should be done by a
qualified person.
1. Remove back panel from dryer.
2. Avoid damaging wires, terminals,
thermostats and heater box.
3. Remove lint from shaded area
with a soft brush or vacuum
cleaner.
4. Replace panel, reconnect
the exhaust duct and level the
washer/dryer.
CARING FOR YOUR
WHEN NOT WASHING, keep both
water faucets turned off. This takes
the pressure off the water inlet valve
and hoses.
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NEVER USE THE WASHER TO:
e Store wet or dry laundry.
e Soak more than 2 hours.
e Soak with chlorine bleach.
* Soak with vinegar or other
acids.
* Soak or store urine soaked
clothes.
NEVER leave wet or damp laundry
in your washer or dryer.
AFTER WASHING, use a soft dry
cloth to wipe the outside and inside
dry. Leave washer lid up until the
basket is dry. Wipe up all spills.
Spills allowed to remain may dull or
damage the finish.
WASHER DRYER
REMOVE LOOSE, SHARP AND
HEAVY OBJECTS such as pins,
buckles, bolts, nuts, etc. from clothing
before washing or drying. Close
metal zippers. NEVER put these
items in or on the washer or dryer.
SOME PRETREATMENT PROD-
UCTS can damage the washer/dryer
dials, consoles and finish. Do not use
these products on or near your
washer or dryer.
Cleaning the Dryer Interior
WARNING: Before cleaning
interior, unplug power supply
cord or turn off electrical power
to avoid electrical hazard.
Garments which contain unstable
dyes, such as denim blue jeans or
brightly colored cotton items, may
discolor the dryer interior. If the inte-
rior is discolored, clean with one of
the following methods to avoid stain-
ing later load items.
Powdered laundry detergent
and very warm water
Make a paste with detergent and
very warm water. Apply paste to
a soft cloth and scrub area until all
excess dye is removed. Wipe thor-
oughly with a damp cloth. Tumble a
load of rags. — OR —
Liquid spray household cleaner
Spray on stained area. Rub with a
cloth until all excess dye is removed.
Tumble a load of rags. 19
Vacation Care
PERMT
PRESS
[ REGULAR
HEAVY
Regular 8 e
Heavy 12 * / 1
EZ
1. Turn off both water faucets to take "7 he wasm2* — о PUSH STOP
pressure off inlet valves and SOAK ful DELICATES
hoses.
2. Unplug power supply cord or turn 3. Run washer on a DRAIN and
off electrical power. SPIN setting, (see page 12). Let
It run about 30 seconds to mix the
antifreeze and water, then shut
it off.
3. Clean the washer lint filter and the
dryer lint screen.
Winterizing
Because some water stays in the To Use the Washer Again:
washer, freezing can cause a lot of
damage. If the washer/dryer is
stored or moved during the cold
weather:
1. Flush the water pipes and hoses.
2. Connect water inlet hoses.
3. Turn on both water faucets.
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1. Shut off both water faucets. Dis-
connect and drain water inlet
hoses.
2. Put a quart of automobile-type
antifreeze in the basket. 4. Run the washer through a com-
plete cycle with one cup of de-
tergent to clean out the antifreeze.
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IF YOU NEED SERVICE
OR ASSISTANCE
Follow These Steps
1. If your laundry center should fail
to operate, review the following
list before calling your dealer. 7
You could save the cost of a e Make sure that the Cycle Control
service call. Knob is pointing to a number in the
If your washer does not fill: cycle.
* Is the power supply cord plugged Make sure the drain hose is
into a live circuit with the proper higher than the water level
voltage? : in the washer.
* Are both water faucets open? Iifitisn’t: |
* The washer may seem to be drain-
ing during wash and rinse cycles.
e Water can siphon out. (See
“INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS”)
If your washer stops during the
permanent press cycle:
* Remember, the washer will stop
for about 2 minutes after the partial
drain during the cool-down period
in this cycle.
If your dryer does not run or heat:
* Have you checked your home's
main fuses or circuit breaker box?
* Are the water supply hoses kinked?
* Is the Cycle Control Knob set and ® |5 the power supply cord plugged
pulled out? voltas Ne circuit with the proper
и o ' ee es not spin: ® |s the door closed tightly?
s the lid closea: e Did you push the START Button?
* Is the power supply cord plugged
into a live circuit with the proper
voltage?
* Have you checked your home's
main fuses or circuit breaker box?
® Have you checked your home's
main fuse or circuit breaker box?
e The AIR TUMBLE setting is without
heat.
* The last minutes of heat settings
If your washer drains at the are without heat. See page 14.
wrong time: . - .
e The drain hose should be at least It drying times seem too long:
28 inches above the floor and ¢ Is the lint screen clean?
secured. e |s the room temperature cold?
* The drain hose should not fit tightly e See page 16 of this book and page
in the drain pipe. 19 of your “LAUNDRY CENTER
GUIDE”
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2.
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If the problem is not due to one .
of the above items, first call
your dealer or repair service he
recommends.
e All service should be handled
locally by the dealer from whom
you purchased the unit or an
authorized KitchenAid servicer.
. In the event you are unable to
obtain the name of a local
authorized KitchenAid servicer,
call KitchenAid Consumer Affairs,
TOLL FREE: 1-800-422-1230.
e À Consumer Affairs representa-
tive can recommend a qualified
service company in your area.
If you must call or write, please
provide: Model Number, Serial
Number, Date of Purchase and
complete description of the
probiem.
Write to:
KitchenAid Consumer Affairs
KitchenAid, Inc.
3800 Space Drive
Dayton, Ohio 45414
4. If you are not satisfied with the
action taken, contact the Major
Appliance Consumer Action Panel
(MACAP). MACAP is a group of
independent consumer experts
that voices consumer views at
the highest levels of the major
appliance industry. Contact them
only when the dealer, authorized
servicer or KitchenAid, Inc., have
failed to resolve your problem.
Major Appliance Consumer
Action Panel
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago, lllinois 60606
MACAP will in turn inform us of
your action.
NOTES
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KitchenAid”
LAUNDRY CENTER WARRANTY
LENGTH KITCHENAID KITCHENAID
OF WARRANTY: WILL PAY FOR: WILL NOT PAY FOR:
ONE YEAR FULL Replacement parts and A. Service calls to:
WARRANTY repair labor to correct defects i
FROM DATE OF in materials or workmanship. I Corres ‘пе installa
PURCHASE. Service must be provided
by an authorized KitchenAid
servicing outlet.
FIVE YEAR LIMITED
WARRANTY
ONE YEAR FULL
PLUS SECOND
THROUGH FIFTH
YEAR LIMITED
FROM DATE OF
PURCHASE.
Replacement parts for any
part of the washer gearcase
assembly if defective in
materials or workmanship.
Replacement parts for
any dryer electric element.
Rust-through protection
on cabinet assembly.
| TEN YEAR LIMITED
WARRANTY
ONE YEAR FULL
PLUS SECOND
THROUGH TENTH
YEAR LIMITED
FROM DATE OF
PURCHASE.
Replacement of the washer
outer tub should it fail to con-
tain water due to defective
materials or workmanship.
Replacement of the dryer
drum if it rusts through due
to defective materials or
workmanship.
dryer.
2. Instruct you how
to use the washer/
dryer.
3. Replace house
fuses or correct
house wiring.
4. Correct house
plumbing.
B. Repairs when washer/
dryer is used in other
than normal home use.
C. Damage resulting from
accident, alteration,
misuse, abuse, improper
installation or installation
not in accordance with
local electrical or plumb-
ing codes.
D. Any labor costs during
the limited warranties.
E. Replacement parts
or repair labor costs for
units operated outside
the United States.
F. Pick up and delivery. This
product is designed to be
repaired in the home.
KITCHENAID, INC. DOES NOT ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this exclusion or
limitation may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
Part No. 3387324
©1987 KitchenAid, Inc.
KitchenAid, Inc.
St. Joseph, Michigan, USA 49085
Printed in U.S.A.