Kenmore Automatic Washers owner manual Permanent

Problem		Possible		Cause			Solution
Machine		Power cord not plugged in.					Plug in power cord.
Stops		No power at plug.					Check electrical source or call
							electrician.
		Fuse blown or circuit					Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.
		breaker open.					If problem continues, call electrician.
		Using an extension cord.					Do not use extension cords.
		Timer	is not lined up.				Turn timer to the right slightly
							and pull to start.
		Timer	knob not pulled out.				Set and pull out knob.
		Washer at pause in					Allow cycle to continue
		PERMANENT			PRESS Cycle		(see "OPERATION").
		(approximately			two minutes).
		Machine is overloaded.					Wash smaller loads.
Agitator	Not	The top of the agitator				moves	This is normal.
Working		only in one direction.
		The top of the			agitator	is loose.	This is normal.
Water	Level	The top of the agitator				is much	This is normal.
To() Low/Not		higher than the highest water
Completely		level. This		creates a perception
Filling		of the	washer		not being full.
Tub is		Tub pulled forward when					Ensure tub is centered before
Crooked		unloading,					starting washer.
		Tub moves.					This is normal.
		Unit not level.					Ensure front feet are installed and
							nuts are tightened. Level washer.
							Reset rear legs
							(see "INSTALLATION_'Section G).
Lint on Load		Improper		sorting.			Sort lint givers from lint takers
							and by color.
		Overloading.					Lint can be trapped in load if
							overloaded. Wash smaller loads.
		Paper or tissue in pockets.					Clean out pockets before washing.
		Not enough detergent.					Use enough detergent to
							hold lint in water.
		Detergent		not dissolving.			Use Automatic TemperatureControl
		Water temperatures lower					(ATC). ATC ensures wash water
		than 60°E					temperature will be warmer than 70°E

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