Kenmore Washer/Dryer owner manual Possible Cause Solution WontDrain, Noise, WontFill

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Problem

Possible Cause

Solution

 

Won'tDrain/

Low voltage or using

Check electrical source or call

 

Won'tSpin/

an extension cord.

electrician. Do not use an extension

Wet Loads

 

cord.

 

(cont'd)

Cold rinses.

Cold rinses leave loads wetter than

 

 

 

warm rinses. This is normal.

 

Continues

Drain hose is less than

Raise the drain hose

 

to Fill/

39 inches above floor.

(see "INSTALLATION','Section

D).

Continues

 

 

 

to Drain/

Drain hose fits tightly into

Adjust drain hose for loose fit

 

Cycle Stuck

standpipe.

(see "INSTALLATION','Section

D).

 

Drain hose taped into

Do not seal off drain hose with tape.

 

standpipe.

The drain hose needs an air gap.

Washer Makes

Load is unbalanced.

Redistribute load.

 

Noise

Laundry center is not level.

Level laundry center. Reset rear legs

 

 

Rear leveling legs not set.

(see "INSTALLATION','Section

H).

 

Nuts on front feet not tight.

Tighten nuts

 

 

 

(see "INSTALLATION','Section H).

 

Yellow shipping strap with

Remove strap with cotter pins

 

 

cotter pins not completely

(see "INSTALLATION','Section C).

 

removed.

 

 

 

Floor not strong enough

Relocate laundry center

 

 

to support laundry center.

(see "INSTALLATION','Section A).

 

Gears engaging after drain

This is normal.

 

 

and before spin.

 

 

 

Upper part of agitator clicks

This is normal.

 

 

during wash.

 

 

Won'tFill/

Water inlet valve

Clean screens.

 

Won'tRinse/

screens are plugged.

 

 

Won'tAgitate/

 

 

 

Wrong

Water is turned off.

Turn on water.

 

Temperature

Hot and cold hoses are

Reverse hoses

 

 

reversed.

(see "INSTALLATION','Sections E & F).

 

Inlet hose is kinked.

Straighten hoses.

 

 

Timer dial is not lined up.

Turn timer knob to the right slightly

 

 

and pull to start.

 

 

Power c.ord not plugged in.

Plug in power cord.

 

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Contents Impofitant Sears,Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.AModel andSerial Your safety and the safety of others is very important Your Safety is Importantto US Installation Overview Floor Drain System pRecessed Area Select Location For Your Laundry CenterIf making a direct wire connection Tools Needed Parts NeededParts Needed Remove Shipping Strap p Shippingstrapj Tools Needed Connect Drain Hose pgsPush Tools Needed Supplied with laundry centerConnect Inlet Hoses to Laundry Center pgs Tools Needed Secure Drain Hose p Level Laundry Center p Tools NeededConnect Exhaust pgs Tools Needed Parts NeededSelect Location for Your Laundry Center Lalindry TUB Drain System Laundry tub drain system Needs aAI..TERNATE Locations Standpipe and Floor Drain SystemsIf you have You may need to buy Recessed AREA/CLOSET Installation Instructions Minimum Installatiion SpacingLaundry Center Dimensions Mobile Home RequirementsWall Enclosure Floor TeJiitoJqiI=i .il Make Electrical ConnectionElectrical Requirements Electrical Connection OptionsTHREE-WIREELECTRICAL Connection to Receptacle Neutralwire white Three-wire receptacle Nema TypelO-3ORTothis conductor Ring terminals Or spade terminalsGrounding Instructions Hold-downscrewTerminal block cover screw II. THREE-WIRE Electrical Connection Direct Wire Neutralgrounding wire green/yellow Hold-downscrew Terminal block coverWhite Inch,U.L.-listed, strain relief Proceed with Installation on External Ground connectorAlternate Connection II1. Make FOUR-WIRE Electrical Connection To Receptacle Neutral3/+-inch,g.L.-listed,white strainreliefRing Green/yellow wire HarnessExternal ground Hold-down screw Terminal block coverWire Connection with Frame-Grounding Conductor Green wireCopper wire External Ground connector Neutral wire white Inch,U.L.-listed, strain reliefIV. FOUR-WIRE Electrical Connection Direct Wire GreenP/ellowwire Terminalblockscrew BarecopperwireHarness RI--MOVE Shipping Strap ShippingstrapIf you have PushSoft coupler Drain Z HoseFor standpipe or laundry tub drain Connect Inlet Hoses To Laundry CenterHooked end Washer OFlatIf you Have You will WaterBeyond Longer Water Secure Drain Hose Level Laundry Center IIt,Jmeu,rJ,,, i T,N Connect ExhaustRoute TH E Vent Determine Vent Length Maximum Exhaust Lengths Exhaust Hood PtPE35 ft 16 ftStandard Offset Connections StepFinish Instal,lation. See Review Installation on Dryer Duct Tape ClampFlexible HeavyOffset Connections with Close Clearances Periscope SystemReview Installation Final StepsStarting Your Washer STOPPING/RESTARTINGSET Water Level Control SET Water Temperature TemperaturesWater Level Water TempSelector Control Timer Use the full time Super or Regular if indicatedSELF-CLEANING Lint I=ILTER Rinse and SpinSpin only PrewashRzo,.IN t Double ROLL-OVER DUAL-ACTION Plus AgitatorBleach Dispenser Understanding Normal Washer SoundsUsing the Liquid Fabric Softener Dispenser Soak Permanent PressStarting Your Dryer STOPPING/FIESTARTING Your DryerIFt0zarttJlJ= =.i= n Cycle Description Automatic Drying CyclesCycle Description Timed Drying Cycles Using AIR DRY Type of LoadDelicate Fabrics AIR DRY CycleEND-OF-CYCLE Signal Control SOFT-H Eapsystem Your dryer sounds a signal when a drying cycle is finishedPush to Start Dryer Button Push toReparing Clothes Or Washing and Drying Nashing and Drying TipsSorting Loading Loading Tips WasherUsing Dryer Loading Tips DryerFabric Softeners Saving EnergyStain REMOVAL.GUIDE Chocolate or coffeeCream, milk, or ice cream Stain Removal RulesDeodorants or antiperspirants Fat, grease, or oilFruit stains Ink or ballpoint pen inkMildew PerspirationCleaning Your Washer Exterior Cleaning Your Dryer ExteriorInterior Water Inlet HosesCleaning the Lint Screen To cleanRemove Lint Before Every Load Wash Lint Screen As NeededChecking for AIR Flow Obstruction To check for air flow obstructionRemoving Accumulated Lint To remove accumulated lint from exhaust ventWinter Storage To winterize laundry centerTo use laundry center again NON-USE or Vacation CareProblemPossible Cause Possible Cause Solution WontDrain NoiseWontFill Problem Possible Cause Solution Machine Problem Possible Cause Tearing LeakingBreakers tripped Problem Possible Cause Solution Dryer Will Push to Start DryerSears Maintenance Agreement Laundry CentersFor more information, call 8OO-4-REPAIR

Washer/Dryer specifications

Kenmore, a renowned brand in home appliances, offers a range of top-quality washers and dryers equipped with innovative features and technologies designed to deliver exceptional performance and convenience. Known for their reliability and efficiency, Kenmore washer and dryer units cater to the diverse needs of households, providing solutions for various laundry challenges.

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