Kenmore 110.2982* Washer User Manual


 
OPTIONS
2nd Rinse
Choose this option for an automatic 2nd rinse cycle.
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CYCLE SELECTOR (TIMER) CONTROL
Estimated cycle time based on a full load with a Regular Soil Level setting.
One Rinse
This is the rinse at the end of each cycle.
SOIL LEVEL WITH TIME ADJUST
Use the Heavy Soil selection for loads that need a more thorough cleaning. Use the Regular Soil selection for garments that are normally
soiled. Use Light Soil for garments that are only lightly soiled or require a little care.
Heavy Duty with Soak
Use this cycle for sturdy or heavily soiled loads. This cycle
includes a 5-minute soak to help improve cleaning.
Approximate cycle time: 50 minutes
Bulky/Bedding
Use this cycle for large non-absorbing items suchas comforters,
pillows, and jackets, or for spandexitems.This cycle will add more
water in the initial fill toprovide saturation for less absorbent items.
Approximate cycle time: 45 minutes
Normal
Select this cycle for cottons and linens used regularly.
The fast-speed spin shortens drying time.
Approximate cycle time: 40 minutes
Casual
Select this cycle for synthetic fabrics such as dress shirts,
blouses, and slacks. The cycle will give you a load-cooling
spray rinse to reduce wrinkling.
Approximate cycle time: 40 minutes
Delicate
This cycle combines slow-speed agitation and slow-speed
spin to gently clean garments while reducing wrinkles.
Approximate cycle time: 35 minutes
Handwash
Use this cycle for special care items. This cycle features a
series of brief agitations and short soaks for gentle cleaning
and minimal wrinkling.
Approximate cycle time: 30 minutes
Soak
This cycle features agitation followed by unlimited soak time to help
r
emove stains that need pretreatment.After soaking, you have two
options. To use the same water in a wash cycle, advance the Cycle
Selector (Timer) Control knob to a wash cycle. To remove the soak
water, reset the washer to a Spin setting. If the Soak water was
drained, add more detergent to the wash cycle.
NOTE: Be sure to push the control in to change to another cycle
and set. Pull the control out to start the washer in its selected cycle.
Prewash
This cycle helps to remove heavy soils that need pretreatment.
This cycle should be followed by a wash cycle.Add more detergent
to the wash cycle. The Prewash cycle does not include a rinse.
Approximate cycle time: 15 minutes
2nd Rinse
A second rinse can be used to aid in improved removal of detergent
or bleach residue from garments. This option may be automatically
added to the wash cycle by setting the OPTIONS Control to 2nd
Rinse anytime before the end of the cycle.
Rinse & Spin
Select this option if you think an extra rinse is needed. Set OPTIONS
Control to 2nd Rinse. You should then set the Cycle Selector (Timer)
Control knob to a 2nd Rinse setting.
Spin Only
A drain and spin may help shorten drying times for some fabrics
by removing excess water. Set OPTIONS Control (if available)
to One Rinse. You should then set Cycle Selector (Timer) Control
to a Spin setting.
TROUBLESHOOTING SOUNDS and LEAKS
Loud clicking and banging?
• The yellow shipping strap may still be in the rear of the
washer. Completely remove the yellow shipping strap.
• The washer should be level, and the feet should be firmly
on the floor.
Some sounds are normal but may be different from
those of your previous washer.
• The gears engaging after the drain and before the spin.
• The sound of air being pulled through the pump after most
of the water has drained.
Is the washer leaking?
• Fill hose connections are tight.
• Gaskets in fill hose are tight and flat.
• Drain hose clamp is securely attached.
• Faucets, drain/standpipe or laundry tub is not leaking.
• The washer tub is centered, and the load evenly balanced
at the start of each load.
• The washer is level.
• The front feet are installed, and the nuts are tightened
to the cabinet.
See the Use and Care Guide for complete details.
Before you call service...check for the following.