Kenmore 8526119A manual Are you washing items with metal snaps, buckles or zippers?, Washer leaks

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Washer continues to fill or drain, or the cycle seems stuck

Does the drain hose fit too tightly in the standpipe, or is it taped to the standpipe?

The drain hose should be loose yet fit securely. Do not seal the drain hose with tape. The hose needs an air gap. (See "Installation Instructions.")

Washer makes noise

Is the load balanced and the washer level?

The wash load should be balanced. See "Starting Your Washer" for maximum load size.

The washer must be level. The front feet should be properly installed and the nuts tightened. Reset the rear leveling legs if needed. (See "Installation Instructions.")

Are the self-adjusting rear feet installed?

Can you hear water spraying? This is part of the wash action.

If water is drained quickly from the washer, you may hear air being pulled through the pump. This happens during the end of draining. It is normal.

When the cycle changes from washing to draining or spinning, you may hear a noise as the drive system shifts. This is normal.

Are you washing items with metal snaps, buckles or zippers?

You may hear metal items touching the basket. This is normal.

Are you washing a small load?

You will hear more splashing sounds when washing small loads. This is normal.

Is the washer installed on a solid floor?

Refer to the "Installation Instructions" for flooring requirements.

Washer leaks

Check the following:

Are the fill hoses tight? Are the fill hose washers properly seated? Is the drain hose clamp properly installed? (See "Installation Instructions.")

Is the sink or drain clogged?

Sink, floor drain and standpipe must be able to handle 17 gal. (64 L) of water per minute.

Is water bouncing off the tub ring or the load?

The wash load should be balanced and not overloaded. If not, the fill or spray rinses can bounce oft the load.

The washer must be level. The front and rear feet should be

properly installed and the nuts tightened. Reset the self- adjusting rear feet if needed. (See "Installation Instructions.")

Did you pull the drain hose from the washer cabinet and install it in a standpipe or laundry tub?

(See "Installation Instructions.")

Check household plumbing for leaks.

Washer basket is crooked

Is the load balanced and the washer level? The wash load should be balanced.

The washer must be level. The front feet should be properly installed and the nuts tightened. Reset the rear leveling legs. if needed. (See "Installation Instructions.")

Dispensers clogged or leaking

Are the laundry products in the correct dispenser?.

Add the correct amounts of chlorine bleach or fabric softener to the correct dispenser. Use only liquid chlorine bleach in the bleach dispenser.

Load too wet

Did you use the right cycle for the load being washed? Select a control setting with a higher spin speed.

Did you use a cold rinse?

Cold rinses leave loads wetter than warm rinses. This is normal.

Residue or lint on load

Did you add detergent to the dispenser?

For best results, use the dispenser to dissolve the detergent.

Did you sort properly?

Sort lint givers (towels, chenille) from lint takers (corduroy, synthetics). Also sort by color.

Did you overload the washer?

The wash load must be balanced. See "Starting Your Washer" for maximum load size. Lint can be trapped in the load if overloaded. Wash smaller loads.

Was paper or tissue left in pockets?

Bid you use enough detergent?

Follow manufacturer's directions. Use enough detergent to hold the lint in the water.

Is your water colder than 7O°F (21°C)?

Wash water colder than 70°F (21 °C) may not completely dissolve the detergent.

Are you using a gentle wash cycle?

Consider using liquid detergent for slow speed cycles such as Handwash, Casual or Delicate.

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Three-Speed Timed Bleach Table of Contents Sears Maintenance Agreements Sears Maintenance AgreementLimited Lifetime Warranty on White Porcelain Basket Limited 10-Year Warranty on Plastic TubWasher Safety Your safety and the safety of others are very importantInstallation Requirements Standpipe drain system wall or floor view I Recessed area or closet installationFloor drain system view Installation Instructions Grounding InstructionsTo prevent drain water from going back into the washer For standpipe or laundry tub drain systemsConnect the inlet hoses to the water faucets Connect the inlet hoses to the washer Clear the water linesCheck for leaks Benefits Washer USE 90110F 32-43C7090F 21-320Ultra Clean cycle SuPBPermanent Press II cycle Prewash cycleLaundry Tips Washer CareTroubleshooting Is the washer installed on a solid floor? Was paper or tissue left in pockets?Are you using a gentle wash cycle? Are you washing items with metal snaps, buckles or zippers?Stains on load Didyou use enough detergent? Did you add fabric softener directly to the load?Did you unload the washer promptly? Did you use a fabric softener dispensing ball?Page Your Home 8526119A