Kenmore Washer/Dryer owner manual Cleaning Your Washer Exterior, Interior, Water Inlet Hoses

This section explains how to care for your laundry center properly and safely.

Proper care of your laundry center can extend its life and help you avoid costly service calls.

CLEANING YOUR WASHER

EXTERIOR

Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills with a soft, damp cloth or sponge as they occur. Occasionally wipe the outside of the washer to keep it looking like new.

Do not put sharp or metal objects in your washer. They can damage the finish. Check all pockets for pins, clips, money, bolts, nuts, etc. Do not lay these objects on your laundry center after emptying pockets.

INTERIOR

Clean interior with 1 cup of chlorine bleach mixed with 2 cups of detergent. Run washer through a complete cycle using hot water. Repeat process if necessary.

NOTE: Remove hard water deposits using only cleaners labeled as washer safe.

WATER INLET HOSES

Replace inlet hoses after five years

of use to reduce the risk of hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if you find bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks. When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement

on the label with a permanent marker.

CLEANING YOUR DRYER

EXTERIOR

Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the cabinet and console. Avoid using harsh abrasives. Do not put sharp metal objects on or in your dryer. They can damage the finish.

INTERIOR

Explosion Hazard

Use nonfla,rnmable cleaners.

Failure to clo so can result in death, explosion, fire, or burns.

Garments that contain unstable dyes, such as denirn blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor the drum interior.

To clean dryer drum:

STEP 1. Mak,_ a paste with detergent and very warm water and apply to a soft cloth. Continue with STEPS 2.-4.

or

STEP l a. Spray nonflammable liquid household cleaner on the stained area.

Continue with STEPS 2-4.

STEP 2. Scrub area until all excess dye is removed.

STEP 3. Wipe thoroughly with a damp cloth.

STEP 4. Tumble a load of clean towels for 20 minutes to dry.

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