Sears 97812 Washer/Dryer User Manual


 
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Read and Save These Instructions
Record Your Model and Serial Numbers
Record below the model and serial numbers found on
the laundry center serial plate located on the inside of
the dryer door. Keep these numbers for future reference.
Model Number:______________________________
Serial Number:_______________________________
Purchase Date:_______________________________
This Use & Care Guide provides general operating
instructions for your laundry center. It also contains
information about features for several other models.
Your laundry center may not have every feature included.
Use the laundry center only as instructed in this Use &
Care Guide.
Note: The instructions appearing in this Use & Care
Guide are not meant to cover every possible condition
and situation that may occur. Common sense and caution
must be practiced when installing, operating and
maintaining any appliance.
Your safety and the safety of others is very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in the Use & Care Guide, Operating Instructions,
Installation Instructions and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to hazards
that can kill or hurt you or others. All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert
symbol and the word "DANGER" or "WARNING". These words mean:
DANGER
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
You will be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or
explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
- Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
- WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
Do not try to light any appliance.
Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safety Instructions.................................................................................................................................2-4
Washing Procedures..............................................................................................................................................5-6
Stain Removal...........................................................................................................................................................7
Common Washing Problems.....................................................................................................................................8
Drying Procedures ...................................................................................................................................................9
Features .................................................................................................................................................................10
Commom Drying Problems.....................................................................................................................................10
Care and Cleaning............................................................................................................................................11-12
Avoid Service Checklist.....................................................................................................................................12-14
Warranty and Service.............................................................................................................................................15
Español..............................................................................................................................................................16-30
LAUNDRY CENTER SAFETY
Product Record
The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household
waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences
for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this
product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your
household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.