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SAFETY MESSAGES ........................................................................... 3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................................... 3-5
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................. 5
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
Key Parts and Components ................................................................ 6
Included Accessories .......................................................................... 6
Optional Accessories .......................................................................... 6
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Key Dimensions and Specifications .................................................... 7
Choose the Proper Location ............................................................... 7
Flooring ............................................................................................... 7
Clearances .......................................................................................... 7
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Unpacking and Removing Shipping Bolts ........................................... 8
Connecting the Water Lines ................................................................ 9
Connecting the Drain Hose ............................................................... t0
Connect to the Power Supply ........................................................... 10
Leveling the Washer ......................................................................... 11
Installation of non-skid pads (optional) .............................................. 11
HOW TO USE
Control Panel Features ..................................................................... 12
Operating the Washer ....................................................................... 13
Cycle Guide ...................................................................................... 14
Sorting Wash Loads .......................................................................... t5
About the Dispenser ......................................................................... t6
Detergent and Dispenser Use ........................................................... 17
Time and Status Display ................................................................... 18
Cycle Modifier Buttons ...................................................................... t9
Cycle Option Buttons ........................................................................ 20
DELAY START ............................................................................. 20
2ndRINSE ....................................................................................... 20
STAIN TREAT ................................................................................ 20
AUTO SOAK ................................................................................. 20
Special Functions .............................................................................. 20
CONTROL LOCK ........................................................................... 20
CLEAN WASHER .......................................................................... 20
CARE AND CLEANING
Regular Cleaning ......................................................................... 21-22
Cleaning the Exterior ..................................................................... 21
Care and Cleaning of the Interior ................................................... 21
Door Seal and Glass Cleaning ....................................................... 21
Removing Mineral Buildup ............................................................. 21
Storing the Washer ........................................................................ 21
Cleaning the Dispenser .................................................................. 22
Maintenance ................................................................................ 23-24
Cleaning the Water Inlet Filters ...................................................... 23
Cleaning the Drain Pump Filter ...................................................... 24
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Normal Sounds You May Hear ......................................................... 25
Before Calling for Service ............................................................ 25-28
WARRANTY ........................................................................................ 29
In the space below, record the date of purchase, model,
and serial number of your product. You will find the model
and serial number printed on an identification plate
located inside the washer door. Have these items of
information available whenever you contact Sears
concerning your product.
Model No.
Date of Purchase
Serial No.
Save these instructions and your sales receipt for future
reference.
Master Protection Agreements
Congratulations on making a smart purchase, Your new
Kenmore ®product is designed and manufactured for
years of dependable operation, But like all products, it
may require preventive maintenance or repair from time
to time, That's when having a Master Protection
Agreement can save your money and aggravation,
The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the
life of your new product. Here's what the Agreement*
includes:
• Parts and labor needed to help keep products
operating properly under normal use, not just defects,
Our coverage goes well beyond the product
warranty. No deductible, no functional failure excluded
from coverage - real protection.
• Expert service by a force of more than 10,000
authorized Sears service technicians, which means
someone you can trust will be working on your product.
• Unlimited service calls and nationwide service, as
often as you want us, whenever you want us.
• "No-lemon" guarantee - replacement of your covered
product if four or more product failures occur within
twelve months.
• Product replacement if your covered product can't be
fixed.
• Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your
request - no extra charge,
• Fast help by phone - we call it Rapid Resolution.
Phone support from a Sears representative on all
products, Think of us as a "talking owner's manual,"
• Power surge protection against electrical damage due
to power fluctuations,
• $250 food loss protection annually for any food
spoilage that is the result of mechanical failure of any
covered refrigerator or freezer,
• Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product
takes longer than promised.
• 10% discount off the regular price of any non-covered
repair service and related installed parts
Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call
is all that it takes for you to schedule service. You can call
anytime day or night or schedule a service appointment
online.
The Master Protection Agreement is a risk-free purchase.
If you cancel for any reason during the product warranty
period, we will provide a full refund, or a prorated refund
anytime after the product warranty period expires,
Purchase your Master Protection Agreement todayT
Some limitations and exclusions apply.
For prices and additional information in the U.S.A.
call 1-800-827-6655.
•Coverage in Canada varies on some items.
For full details call Sears Canada at 1-800-361-6665.
Sears Installation Service
For Sears professional installation of home appliances,
garage door openers, water heaters, and other major
home items, in the U.S.A. or Canada call
1-800-4-MY-HOM E®.