Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions ® 24-Inch Wide 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 PART NO. 3405593 PRINTED IN U.S.A. Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
BEFORE USING YOUR NEW LAUNDRY CENTER "2 SEARS LAUNDRY CENTER WARRANTY 3 IMPORTANT 4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 5 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - WASHER 40 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - DRYER 46 LAUNDRY TIPS 5O REMOVING STAINS 53 CARING FOR YOUR LAUNDRY CENTER 56 TROUBLESHOOTING - WASHER 60 TROUBLESHOOTING - DRYER 64 SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT Please read this manual.
! Limited Ten Year Warranty Plastic Tub Full One Year Warranty on Mechanical and Electrical Parts on 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.
YOUR SAFETY IS IMPORTANTTO WARNING: To reduce the electric shock, or injury to using your laundry center, precautions, including the US risk of fire, persons when follow basic 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.
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW For a complete list of tools and parts needed, see pages 5-10. A. SELECT LOCATION FOR YOUR LAUNDRY CENTER (pgs. 11-16) LaundryTub Drain System (p. 12) Floor Drain System (p. 13) Standpipe Drain System (p. 13) Recessed Area/'Closet Installation Instructions (pgs.
B. INSTALL LEVELING LEGS (p. 17) Parts Needed: (supplied with laundry center) 2 rear leveling legs C. REMOVE STYROFOAM Yellowcard 2 front leveliqg legs PACKING (p.
D.MAKEELECTRICAL CONNECTION (pgs.18-28) If using a powercord: Tools Needed: V4-inch nut driver (shown) or socket wrench PartsNeeded: #2 Phillips head screwdriver Flashlight (optional depending on installation) _, Strain relief New 3- or 4-wire, 30-amp. U.L.
E. CONNECT DRAIN HOSE (pgs. 29-30) PUSH Tools Needed: Parts Needed: (supplied with laundry center) 1 drain hose Pliers that open to 19/'6 inches f_l_-_ Flashlight (optional depending on installation) F. CONNECT 1 yellow, single-wire hose clamp (top of drain hose) 1 silver, doublewire hose clamp (bottom of drain hose) INLET HOSES TO LAUNDRY CENTER (pgs. 30-31) 7 Tools Needed: Parts Needed: (supplied with laundry center) Su 2 water inlet hoses Pliers that open to 19/%inches ..j---'_ \ \,_ F
G. CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WATER FAUCETS (p. 31) Tools Parts Needed: (supplied with laundry center) Needed: Pliers that open __ 2 water inlet hoses to1%6 inches _ OR_' ,uc e, (optional depending on installation) Flashlight (optional depending on installation) H. SECURE DRAIN HOSE (p.
I. LEVEL LAUNDRY CENTER (p. 33) Tools Needed: Parts Needed: (Supplied with laundry center) /16-inch open-end wrench 2 front leveling legs with nuts Flashlight (optional depending on installation) J. CONNECT Wood block EXHAUST (pgs.
A. SELECT LOCATION FOR YOUR LAUNDRY 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 responsiMlity. 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.
LAUNDRY TUB DRAIN Grounded receptacle: Within 31/2feet of either side of laundry center. SYSTEM Hot and cold water faucets: Must provide water pressure between 5-100 psi and be within 4 feet ol the hot and cold water fill valves attached to the back of the laundry center Separate 30-amp. fuse. Support: Floor must be sturdy enough to support a total weight of 500 pounds (includes laundry center and load weight) 12 Laundry tub drain system: Needs a minimum 20-gallon laundry tub.
ALTERNATE STANDPIPE LOCATIONSAND FLOOR DRAIN SYSTEMS Standpipe 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 above floor and no higher than 96 inches from bottom of laundry center. Floor drain sys'tem: Requires a siphon break, see chart below. A minimum carryaway capacity o1'17 gallons per minute is required.
RECESSED AREA/CLOSET INSTALLATION 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. 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.
MINIMUM INSTALLATION SPACING • The installation spacing (shown below) is in inches and is the minimum allowable. • Additional spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing. • If closet door is installed, the minimum air openings in top and bottom are required. 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.
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 59 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).
B. INSTALL LEVELING LEGS To install rear legs: To install front Ilegs: 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 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. STEP 2. Push legs into holes in rear corners until they snap into place. STEP 3.
D. MAKE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION ELECTRICAL It is your responsibility: • To contact a qualified electrical installer. • To assure that the electrical installation is adequate and in conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/ NFPA 70-latest edition and all local codes and ordinances.
J I. THREE-WIRE CONNECTION ELECTRICAL TO RECEPTACLE Local codes may permit the use of a U.L.-listed, 120/240-volt minimum, 30-ampere, dryer power supply cord kit (pigtail). Power supply cord should be type SRD or SRDT and be at least four feet long. The wires that connect to the laundry center must end with ring terminals or spade terminals with upturned ends. Do not use an extension cord with this laundry center.
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. The power supply cord 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.
I1. THREE-WIRE CONNECTION ELECTRICAL (DIRECT WIRE) Prepare cable as directed: GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent 'wiring system; or an equipment-grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and ('onnected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on the appliance. STEP 1. Disconnect Fire Hazard Use 10 gauge solid copper wire. Use UL approved strain relief. Disconnect power before making electrical connections.
STEP 2. Remove hold-down screw and terminal block cover, Terminalblockcover / I_ I H01d-d0wn screw _ STEP 4a. Place the hook-shaped of the wire over the terminal block The open side of the hook should to the rig _t. Squeeze hook end of end screv face wire together Loform a I,oo;. outer terminal block screws using the same method(s) described in STEP 4a. Securely l:ighten all electrical connections STEP 3. Attach a 3/,-inch, U.L.-listed, strain relief to the hole below terminal block opening.
ALTERNATE CONNECTION: If local codes do not permit the connection of a frame-grounding conductor to the neutral wire: STEP 1. Disconnect power. STEP 2. Make sure the power supply cord or direct wire cable is in place (see steps 1-3 on page 20 for power cord connections or steps 1-3 on pages 21-22 for direct wire connection). STEP 3. Remove the neutral grounding wire (green/yellow wire) from external grounding connector screw. Loosen or remove terminal block screws.
III. MAKE FOUR-WIRE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO RECEPTACLE Use a 4-wire power supply cord: Local codes may permit the use of a U.L.-listed, 120/240wolt minimum, 30-ampere, dryer power supply cord kit (pigtail). Power s_,Jpptycord should be type SF:{Dor SRr)T and be at least four feet long. The wires that connect to the laundry center must end with ring terminals or spade terminals with upturned ends. For mobile homes or other four-wire installations, the power supply cord must have four. No.
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. The power supply cord 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.
STEP 5. Connect neutral grounding wire and the neutral wire (white) of power supply cord under the center screw of terminal block. STEP 6. Connect the other two insulated wires to outer terminal block screws. STEP 7. Connect the grounding wire (green) of the power supply cord to the external grounding conductor screw. Securely tighten all electrical connections. STEP 8. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of the laundry center rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw.
IV. FOUR-WIRE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION (DIRECT GROUNDING WIRE) Prepare cable as directed: INSTRUCTIONS This appliar=ce must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system; or an equipment-grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on tt'e appliance. STEP 1. Disconnect power. Fire Hazard Use 10 gauge solid copper wire. STEP la. Strip 5 inches of outer covering from end of cable.
STEP 3. Attach a 3/4-inch, U.L.-listed, strain relief to the hole below terminal block opening. Strain relief should have a tight fit with laundry center cabinet and be in a horizontal position. Put the direct wire cable through the strain relief. STEP 6. Place the; hook-shaped end o the wire over the terminal block screw. The open side of the hook should face to the right. Squeeze ]nook ehd of wire together to form a loop. STEP 4. Remove the center terminal block screw.
E. CONNECT DRAIN HOSE Proper connection of the drain hose will protect your floors from damage due to water leakage. 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. 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.
J For standpipe systems: or laundry tub drain 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 F. 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. STEP 3.
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; this could damage the valves. G. CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WATER FAUCETS STEP 1. Make sure washer basket is empty.
H. SECURE "t' DRAIN HOSE Securing the drain hose properly will protect your floors from damage due to water leakage. STEP 1. Move laundry location. STEP 2. Use the parts bag together with pipe. Secure 32 center to its final the plastic strap from to wrap the drain hose the laundry tub or standplastic strap. If the water faucets and drain standpipe, are recessed, put hooked end of drain hose in standpipe.
I. LEVEL LAUNDRY CENTER Leveling your laundry center properly prevents excessive noise and vibration. J. CONNECT EXHAUST 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 1. Check levelness of the laundry center by placing a level on top of the washer, first side-to-side; then front-to-back. Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use a plastic vent. Do not use a metal foil vent.
ROUTE THE VENT Typical installations exhaust rear of the laundry center. from the 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. To convert the laundry center, one of the following kits MUST be used. Side Exhaust Kit No. 3391335 (white) Side Exhaust Kit No.
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. 0 1 2 36 ft. 26 ft. 16ft. 34 ft. 24 ft. 14ft.
STANDARD OFFSET CONNECTIONS Using 4-inch rigid 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 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. STEP 1. Install a 4-inch metal elbow on the hood and on the laundry center's exhaust outlet. STEP 2.
Using 4-inch flexible NOTE: heavy metal vent: Do notsecure exhaust vent joints with screws. Screws can catch lint and slow the drying process. Instead, u'se clamps to secure exhaust vent joints. _I'EP 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.
OFFSET CLOSE CONNECTIONS CLEARANCES WITH When your exhaust vent is in a close clearance behind the laundry center, or if you are installing !/our 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.
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 haw_: • All the tools you started with. ° Removed materials. all packaging C] Check that the laundry is level. center [] Check that the water faucets are turned on.
STARTING To get the maximum cleaning and fabric care from your washer, please read and follow these instructions. YOUR WASHER STEP 1. Acid measured detergent directly into washer basket. Then place a load of sorted clothes in the washer. STEP 2. Cl.3se washer lid. STEP 3. Set WATER LEVEL Control O based on tl_e size of your wash load (see page 4.1). STEP 4. Set WATER TEMP Control _) (see page 41 ). Explosion Hazard Never place items in the washer that are dampened with gasoline or other flammable fluids.
SET WATER LEVEL CONTROL SET WATER CONTROL TEMPERATURE Your washer lets you select a wash and rinse water temperature setting based on the type of load you are washing. This control gives you the flexibility to save water when washing small loads. • Using warm rinse water will !leave loads drier after the spin cycle than if you use cold rinse water. However, warm rinse.,; may increase wrinkling when line drying.
= SETTING YOUR CYCLE SELECTOR CONTROL (TIMER) Use this control to choose the agitation time and to start the washer. Each cycle is designed with the wash and spin speeds that are appropriate for the fabrics and soil levels 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.
! RINSE SPIN ONLY 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. A drain and spin may help shorten drying times for some h,_avy fabrics or speci,alcare items by removing excess water." STEP 2. Set WATER TEMP Control. • For fast spin, u.'_ethe HEAVY DUTY Cycle. • For slow spin, use the PERMANENT PRESS Cycle. STEP 3.
SELF-CLEANING LINT FILTER Lint is filtered from the load automatically - there's no messy cleanup. Your washer features a self-cleaning filter that traps lint from the water while the washer is washing and deep rinsing the laundry. The trapped lint is flushed down the drain automatically. You don't have to clean the filter. UNDERSTANDING WASHER SOUNDS NORMAL Your new laundry center's washer may make sounds that your old washer didn't. Because the sounds are; unfamiliar, you may be concerned about them.
UNDERSTANDING WHAT HAPPENS IN EACH CYCLE PERMANENT PRESS HEAVY DUTY KNIT/DELICATE Fill to selected level t--ill to selected level Wash selected time Wash selected time Wash Partial Drain Dra_n - Pause Spin Fill for cool down Fill to selected level Wash Rinse Spin Drain - Drain - no spin no spin Fill to selected level selected level Fill to no spin Pause Wash [)rain - no spin Rinse Spin Spin Fillto selected level Off Drain no spin Spin Rinse PREWASH Drain no spin Spin Fi
J STARTING YOUR DRYER Fire Hazard 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. i No washer can completely remove oil. Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it (including cookin£! oils).
CYCLE DESCRIPTION AUTOMATIC DRYING CYCLES CYCLE DE-'SCRIPTIONTIMED DRY CYCLES \ TIMED DRY CYCLE The automatic drying cycles (KNIT/DELICATE or PERMANENT PRESS/NORMAL) save 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. Use this cycle to get up to 50 minutes of heated d=ying time. • The heating cycle is followed by a 10-minute (approx.) cool-down period.
USING AIR DRY KNIT/DEUCATE LOWEST Using this cycle gives you all the benefits of hang drying with a shorter drying time. AIR DF:Y z_ Use the AIR DRY Cycle to get up to 20 minutes of drying time in room temperature air. Use this setting for items that will not tolerate heat such as plastics and foam rubber. Also use for airing and fluffing items such as pillows. TIMED 10 tL_J - Refer to the following table for examples of items that require drying without heat.
! 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 it stops in order to prevent wrinkles. 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.
k PREPARING CLOTHES FOR WASHING AND DRYING Follow these recommendations to help save 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. Heat may permanently set stains.
LOADING Proper loading of your laundry center contributes to proper cleaning and fabric care and reduces machine noise. 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.
LOADING TIPS - DRYER • Mix large items with small items. Load the dryer by the amount of space items take up, not by their weight. Do not overload the dryer. Overcrowding causes uneven drying and wrinkling, and can cause items to wear out faster (because of pilling). • You may need to rearrange large items (sheets, blankets, tablecloths) during a cycle to reduce bailing or rolling up. • For better tumbling action, when drying only a few small items, add one or two lint-free towels.
! STAIN REMOVAL RULES Stained, heavily soiled, or greasy items may need to be prewashed or soaked for 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.
Deodorants or antiperspirants Light stain: Treat with liquid detergent or your regular laundry detergent. Wash in hottest water safe for fabric. Heavy stain: Place face down on towel and treat with a paste of ammonia and color-safe bleach. Let stand for 30 minutes. Wash in hottest water safe for fabric. Fat, grease, or oil Items soiled with vegetable or cooking oil should not be washed or dried. For other types of greasy stains, use one of the methods below: • Use pretreatment stain remover.
L 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. To prevent mildew, promptly dry laundry after washing.
This section explains how to care for your laundry center properly and safely. Proper care of your laundry center can extend its life and help you avoid costly service calls. CLEANING YOUR WASHER 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. INTERIOR EXTERIOR Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills with a soft, damp cloth or sponge as they occur.
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. IMPORTANT: • Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose, damaged, blocked, or missing. Doing so _;an cause overheating and damagE; to both the dryer and fabrics.
To remove accumulated inside, the dryer: CHECKING FOR AIR FLOW OBSTRUCTION lint from From time to time, you may find it helpful to check your laundry center and exhaust system for proper air flow. Poor air flow can result in longer drying times. To check for air flow obstruction: STEP 1. Check to ensure nothing is blocking ventilation slots on laundry center rear panel. STEP 2. Inspect exhaust hood. It should not be blocked or obstructed.
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.
Mostlaunderingproblemsareeasily andwasherproblems.I1:youneed solvedifyouunderstand thecause. furtherassistance,seepage68. Checkthesetablesforcommonlaundry Problem Possible Cause Solution Washer Leaks Household plumbing is leaking. Repair plumbing. Inlet hoses not tight. Tighten hoses (see "INSTALLAI-ION'_Sections F & G). Inlet hose washers not properly seated. Reseat washers (see "INSTALLAI-ION'_Section F). Drain hose not properly clamped or is off.
Problem Possible Cause Solution Won't Drain/ Won't Spin/ Wet Loads (cont'd) Low voltage or using an extension cord. Check electrical source or call electrician. Do not use an extension cord. Cold rinses. Cold rinses leave loads wetter than warm rinses. This is normal. Continues to Fill/ Continues to Drain/ Cycle Stuck Drain hose is less than 39 inches above floor. Raise the drain hose (see "INSTALLATION','Section E). Drain hose fits tightly into standpipe.
t Problem Possible Cause Solution Machine Stops Power cord not plugged in. Plug in power cord. No power at plug. Check electrical source or call electrician. Fuse blown or circuit breaker open. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. If problem continues, call electrician. Using an extension cord. Do not use an extension cord. Timer is not lined up. 1urn timer to the right slightly _.nd pull to start. Timer knob not pulled out. Set and pull out knob.
Problem Possible Cause Solution Tearing Overloading. Improper use of washer, Loads should move freely during,. wash. Wash smaller loads. Improper use of chlorine bleach. Undiluted bleach will damage fabrics. Do not pour chlorine bleach directly on load. Wipe up bleach spills. Sharp items not removed from pockets; fasteners not fastened. Clean out pockets before washing. Zip zipaers before washing. Items damaged before washing, Mend rips and broken threads in seams before washing.
Problem Possible Cause Solution Not Drying Lintscreen is clogged with lint. (;lean lint screen. Satisfactorily 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 fee air moving, clean exhaust system of lint or replace m'haust vent with rigid ot flexible heavy metal vent (see "INSTALLATION;' Section J). Exhaust vent is crushed or kinked.
Problem Possible Cause Solution Lint in Load Lintscreen is clogged. Clean lint screen. Check for air moverrert. Improper sorting. Sort lint givers from lint takers and by color. Load is too big or heavy. Dry smaller loads so lint can be carried to the lint screen. Load is overdried. Use corr,_ct dryer settings for fabric. Overd,'yilg can cause lint-attracting static ,',see"OPERATION"). Paper or tissue in pockets. Clean out pockets before drying. Pilling being mistaken for lint.
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