Before Calling for Service, Check the Following Points
If Laundry Center does not start::
•Is plug disconnected from power supply or is plug loose in outlet, not making good connection?
•Is house fuse blown orcircuit breaker off?.
•Is washer Timer knob pulled out?
•Is lid closed if in spin cycle?
•Is dryer door closed?
•Is Timer set?
•Have you pressed Start button for about two seconds?
•The internal motor protector will stop motor if it is ow_rheated, but will
automatically reset after motor cools. Press Start button for two seconds to
restart dryer.
If water does not drain:
•Are there kinks in drain hose?
•Is drain system clogged or restricted?
•Is drain hose lower that 33" in
standpipe? This can cause siphoning and washer will continue to fill. See
Installation Instructions for further information.
•Is the lid closed? The washer will not
spin out wash water unless the lid is closed.
If water is leaking at hose connection:
•Disconnect hose from valve. Remove rubber washer at end of hose and
replace, with new washer. Reconnect hose to valve. DO NOT overtighten.
If articles are still wet
at end of spin cycle:-
•Is load unbala:aced? Unit is designed to complete cycle with unbalanced load which conld leave articles damp. Redistribute articles and repeat spin cycle.
•Is drain system clogged or restricted?
If articles are not
drying satisfactorily:
• Is lint | filter clean? |
• Are exhaust duct and vent hood free | |
of obstruction or lint blockage? | |
• Is dryer set at,!_ir Fluff for 20 minutes | |
which | provides no heat? - |
• Are there too :nany articles in dryer? | |
Check loadin_; section of this booklet. | |
• Have | installation instructions been |
If water does not enter:
•Are faucets tumext on?
•Are filter screens clogged? They are located at water wtlve ends of hoses.
•Are hot and cold hoses reversed? Hot water hose is identified.
•Is the Wash Ternperature selector pointing directly to Hot, Cold or Warm? The washer will not fill with
water if the selector is pointing between 2 setting,;.
I_kWARNINGI Disconnect electrical
supply cord before servicing laundry center. Failure to disconnect can cause
electrica]t shock or serious personal injury.
If articles are spotted or not clean:
•Is there,iron in the water? Iron remover or water softener may be needed.
•Is fabric softener dispenser cracked?
Fabric softener applied directly to article.s will cause stains which
resemble oil or grease stains.
•Is washer overloaded? Check loading section of..this book.
followed? |
I_WARNING] Do not use plastic
flexible duct to _xhaust dryer. Replace plastic duct with rigid or flexible metal duct. Excessive lint can build up inside duct work, creating a fire hazard and restricting air flow. Restricted air flow will increase dl_.¢ingtime.
If you still have a problem after checking these items, you can obtain service simply by contacting your nearest Sears Service Center throughout the United States. When calling
your Sears Service Center, be ready to give the model number, serial number, and date of purchase of your appliance.
Optional Accessories for your Kenmore Laundry Center
available fr rn your nearest Sears Service Center.
•Fabric Softener Dispenser P/N
•Drying Rack PIN 131155200
•Syphon Break P/N
•Drain Hose, 9 Ft. Long P/N
•For additional accessories check Laundry Center Parts List or your local Sears Service Center.
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