Kenmore 417.4110* - Manual

6 1 2 5 3 4 1 Cycle selector 3 POWER button 5 Cycle options / Cycle status display 2 Cycle settings 4 START/PAUSE button Operating Instructions Press the POWER button turn on the unit. Turn the cycle selector in either direction to the cycle desired. The indica- tor for that cycle will be illuminate...

7 Delicates Use this cycle for lightly soiled knits and delicates which require gentle washing. Handwash Use this cycle to provide intermittent, gentle tumbling for items labeled “Hand Wash”. Rinse & Spin Select Rinse & Spin for loads that need a cold water rinse or to add fabric softener th...

8 Cycle Settings Appropriate wash temperature, spin speeds, soil level and options will automatically be displayed for each cycle. The settings can be changed before the cycle is started. WASH/RINSE WATER TEMPERATURE To change the preset temperature, press the Wash/Rinse button to scroll to the desi...

9 Cycle Options To add options, press the corresponding options buttons to illuminate the selections desired. To delete options, press the options buttons again and the indicator lights will turn o ff . Some options require a “Press & Hold” e ff ort to acti- vate or deactivate the secondary functi...

10 These temperature, spin speeds, soil levels and options are available with the following cycles: Normal/C asual Bulk y/Be dding He avy Duty W hitest W hites To w els S te am R efr esh Expr ess W ash Expr ess Sanitize C old Cle an Silk Delicates Handw ash Rinse & Spin Cle an W asher Wash/Rinse...

11 Operating Instructions Other Features Status Indicators The estimated total cycle time will be displayed when the cycle is selected. The time may increase if water pressure is low, oversudsing occurs or the load becomes unbalanced. The estimated remaining cycle time is displayed during the cycle....

12 WHITES CASUAL COLORS TOWELS Operating Instructions Operating Your Washer (Mesh bag not included.) 1 Sort laundry into loads that can be washed together. Sort items by • recommended cycle and wa- ter temperature. Separate white, light and colorfast items from dark • and non-colorfast items. Separa...

13 Operating Instructions 5 Add laundry products to the dispenser. Use a low-sudsing, high e ffi ciency detergent to prevent oversudsing in front load washers. Look for this symbol on the detergent label: For best results Detergent, liquid chlorine bleach and liquid fabric soft- ener will be dispensed...

14 Operating Instructions Operating Your Washer, continued Other Wash Products Water conditioner, detergent booster and enzyme • products may be added with the detergent. Put liquid products with liquid detergent in the • “Main Wash - Liquid Only” chamber or powder products with powder detergent in ...

15 Operating Instructions Operating Your Washer, continued Follow the fabric care label instructions on items to be washed. For best results Excess wrinkling, color transfer or odors may develop • in items left in the washer after the cycle has ended, if not removed promptly. 6 Select the appropriat...

16 Normal Operating Sounds You may or may not hear the following sounds from your new washer: A. DRAIN HOSE The washer has a fl exible drain hose to carry water from the washer to the stand pipe of your home. You will hear water fl owing into your stand pipe. This is a normal part of the operation o...

17 Follow the fabric care label instructions on items to be washed. For best results Stain Removal Guide Safe Stain Removal Procedures To reduce the risk of fi re or serious injury to persons or property, comply with the basic warnings listed below: Read and comply with all instructions on stain rem...

18 Stain Removal Guide STAIN TREATMENT Adhesive tape, chewing gum, rubber cement Apply ice. Scrape o ff excess. Place stain face down on paper towels. Saturate with pre- wash stain remover or non fl ammable dry cleaning fl uid. Baby formula, dairy products, egg Use product containing enzymes to pretr...

19 Turn cycle selector to Clean Washer . TO REFRESH OR CLEAN INSIDE OF WASHER To clean and freshen the washer, perform the Clean Washer cycle. For best results use the Clean Washer cycle once a month.To begin the cycle, rotate cycle knob to Clean Washer . If installed, remove the “ LIQUID ONLY ” cup...

20 Care and Cleaning Remove the drawer by pulling the drawer out until it • stops.Reach back into the left rear corner of the drawer cav- • ity and press down fi rmly on the lock tab. Pull out the drawer.Remove the insert from the bleach and fabric softener • compartments.Rinse the drawer and insert...

22 Care and Cleaning RV ANTIFREEZE Follow WINTERIZING INSTRUCTIONS for cold weather storage and care. When washing is completed, wipe top and sides of washer • with a damp cloth. Turn water faucets o ff to prevent pressure build-up in the hoses. Clean the cabinet with mild soap and water. Never use h...

23 Solutions to Common Problems Many washing problems involve poor soil and stain removal, residues of lint and scum, and fabric damage. For satisfac- tory washing results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent Association. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES ...

24 Solutions to Common Problems PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES Yellow buildup of body soil on synthetic fabrics Agitation time too short. • Wash water temperature • too low. Not enough detergent. • Soak in detergent booster or product • containing enzymes. Wash in hottest wate...

25 Solutions to Common Problems Avoid Service Checklist Before calling for service, review this list. It may save both time and expense. The list includes common oc- currences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this washer. OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION NOISE High ...

26 Avoid Service Checklist, continued Solutions to Common Problems OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION WATER Water collects in folds of front door fl exible gasket at the end of the cycle. This is a result of the washing action and is part of the normal operation of the washer. Water collects in blea...