Page 2 - Important Safeguards; YOU SMELL GAS; IMPORTANT SAFETY; Prevent Fire
Important Safeguards Included with this Kenmore Laun dry Center are the Installation In structions, Operating Instructions, and this Use and Care Guide. Refer to these instructions for details on how to install and operate Laundry Center. NOTE: The instructions appearing in this Owner’s Guide arc ...
Page 3 - Prevent Injury; mm; • • II»; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Prevent Injury IAWARNiNGl The Laundry Center must be installed and electrically grounded in accordance with local codes by a qualified service person to prevent electrical shock hazard and assure stability during operation. Installation instructions are packed on top of washer for installer’s refe...
Page 4 - How to Prepare Laundry Loads; FOLLOW MANUFAC; • Permanent Press items require
How to Prepare Laundry Loads WATER LEVEL FOLLOW MANUFAC TURER’S CARE LABELS FOR LAUNDERING FOR BEST WASHING RESULTS— Sort wash loads according to color, fabric type, construction, soil, and lint. COLORS i«‘ ^ »r ' .»r i«' Not ^ Wh'lM Щ |gColori»»lg| FABRIC к CONSTRUCTION iot'collon lif ijPerm Press...
Page 5 - Dispensers
WATER HARDNESS AFFECTS CHOICE OF LAUNDRY AIDS Water hardness is detennined by amount of minerals in water. Minerals react with soap and form scum and curd. Scum may remain on laundry, causing yellowing or gray, dingy clothing. HARDNESS IS MEASURED IN GRAINS PER GALLON. Grains per Gallon SOFT MED HAR...
Page 6 - Laundry Aids and Uses
Laundry Aids and Uses Use with detergent or soap for greasy soil when soaking or washing. Use to whiten clothes and to remove stains and odors when soaking or washing. Follow directions on care label of garment.Follow directions on bleach package.Bleach is not a substitute for detergent. Always use ...
Page 7 - stain Removal
stain Removal Remove stain before washing item. If you treat stain with a flammable solution, wash item in a basin before machine washing item. For specific kinds of stains, follow the directions below Use mildest treatment first. Avoid using hot water on unidentified stains; it may “set” the stain...
Page 8 - Dryer; Kenmore; LAUNDRY; USING THE DRYER; SAFETY FEATURES
Ho\ Dryer KNITS/DELICATE LOW HEAT COOLDOWN TOUCH - UP AUTOMATIC FABRIC CARE UEOnjU HEAT LESS DRY COOLDOWN TURN TO START Kenmore 40 50 TIMED HIGH HEAT LAUNDRY CENTER USING THE DRYER 1. Check to be sure lint filter is cleiui and in place before each ' load. 2. Place wash load in dryer. Never dry more ...
Page 9 - USING THE WASHER; CYCLE SELECTIONS
Use Washer Remember—Select Water Temperature and Water Level for each load. WASH TEMPERATURE COLD WATER LEVEL MEDIUM SOAK/ PREWASH PREWASH HEA\fV _ OfF'SOIL MEDtUIl« ' UGHT COTTON STURDY -WARM MEDIUM KNITS/ SOIL OFF ^ ^ pgpiyj DELICATE PRESS -fS/WONtF PULL- STAm PUSH - STOP ^^,Nse.tSP,N USING THE WA...
Page 10 - DRYER
Kenmore Laundry Center Control Settings Times for Timed Drying are approximate based on average size loads. Actual time needed will vary depend ing on size of load, weight of fabrics, and household voltage. Man-made fibers (synthetics) such as polyester, nylon, and acrylics should be dried on low h...
Page 11 - Special Washer Features; SAFETY LID LOCK; Care of Special Fabrics
Special Washer Features SAFETY LID LOCK Washer will fill and agitate while lid isopen. However.itwillnotgointo spin cycle unless lid is closed. As a safety prec aution during spin in each cycle, the lid will AUTOMATICALLY LOCK to help prevent chil dren from reaching into the wash tub. The lid will...
Page 12 - Special Care for Special Things
Special Care for Special Things In the following hints for better washing, an all-purpose detergent should be used unless stated otherwise. See Con trol Setting Chart (page 10) for dryer timer settings. Always consult garment labels and hang tags for manufacturer’s washing and drying instructions ...
Page 13 - Drying Tips; CONSULT CARE LABELS BEFORE DRYING AFITICLES
Drying Tips CONSULT CARE LABELS BEFORE DRYING AFITICLES DRY PRACTICALLY ANY FABRIC Generally fabrics that can be washed in the Kenmore Laundry Center can be dried in the Kenmore Laundry Center.Washables not recommended for dryer: loosely woven or hand- knitted woolens and some rayons and silks. (Che...
Page 14 - Care and Storage; CLEANING WASHER; TO STORE LAUNDRY
Care and Storage CLEANING WASHER INSIDE TUB • Remove clothes from washer as soon as cycle is completed to prevent development of mildew. • Often, when heavily soiled clothes have been washed, a deposit of sand or dirt may appear around tub after completion of cycle. This may be easily removed by usi...
Page 15 - Warranty and Maintenance Agreement; LIMITED WARRANTY ON; used; BY; SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
Warranty and Maintenance Agreement LIMITED WARRANTY ON WASHER GEAR ÇASB ' ~'T. one year and iintil five years from the datc'’of purc^se, Sears^-=> , niSïwill ^ fixfnish a replacémènt^'^gear 'caser if defective in material or " /^/ Vy.. workmanship,. You .will tbe/«ponsible for.labor;^^^ts yVi...
Page 16 - Before Calling for Service, Check the Following Points; • Are filter screens clogged? They; Optional Accessories for your Kenmore Laundry Center; available from your nearest Sears Service Center.
Before Calling for Service, Check the Following Points If Laundry Center does not start: • Is plug disconnected from power supply or is plug loose in outlet, not making good cormection? • Is house fuse blown or circuit breaker off? . Is washer Timer knob pulled out? • Is lid closed if in spin cycle?...