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Kenmore 796.3152#21 Use & Care Manual

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English / Español
Model/Modelo: 796.3152#21#
Kenmore Elite
Top-Loading
Automatic Washer
Lavadora automática de carga superior
# = color number, numero de color
9
6 37
P/N MFL3 7 0 2
Sears Brand Management Corporation
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.kenmore.com
www.sears.com
Para obtener los mejores resultados, deberá
utilizarse un detergente HE para lavadoras de
alta e cacia y baja espuma.
®
high e ciency

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  • Page 1 Manual de Uso y Cuidado Para obtener los mejores resultados, deberá utilizarse un detergente HE para lavadoras de English / Español alta e cacia y baja espuma. Model/Modelo: 796.3152#21# Kenmore Elite ® Top-Loading Automatic Washer Lavadora automática de carga superior...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS PROTECTION AGREEMENTS Master Protection Agreements IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .....3-5 GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS ........5 Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new FEATURES AND BENEFITS Kenmore product is designed and manufactured for Key Parts and Components ......... 6 ®...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    SAFETY MESSAGES There are many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can result in property damage and/or serious bodily harm or death.
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ARNING floor. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious leak To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to damage. persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following. • Do not remove grounding prong. Do not use an adapter or extension cord. Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet. • Unplug the washer before cleaning to avoid the risk of Failure to follow these warnings can cause serious injury, fire, electric shock.

  • Page 5: Grounding Requirements

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ARNING: RISK TO CHILDREN • Keep laundry products out of children’s reach. To prevent • Do not allow children to play on or in the washer. Close personal injury, observe all warnings on product labels. supervision of children is necessary when the washer is used Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious near children.

  • Page 6: Features And Benefits

    FEATURES AND BENEFITS KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS LID LOCK The washer lid is locked during operation. The lid can be unlocked by pressing the START/PAUSE button to stop the washer. ULTRA-CAPACITY STAINLESS STEEL TUB The ultra-large stainless steel tub offers extreme durability.

  • Page 7: Installation Requirements

    INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS KEY DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS Description Top-Loading Washer Rated Voltage/Frequency 120VAC, 60Hz Dimensions 27 in. (W) X 28 3/8 in. (D) X 45 3/8 in. (H), 55 3/4 in. (H with lid open) 68.6 cm (W) X 72.1 cm (D) X 115.3 cm (H), 141.7 cm (H with lid open) Net Weight 145.5 lb.

  • Page 8: Installation Instructions

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS UNPACKING AND REMOVING SHIPPING MATERIAL When removing the washer from the carton base, be sure the plastic tub support comes off with the base. If you must lay the washer down to remove the base packaging materials, always protect the side of the washer and lay it carefully on its side.

  • Page 9: Connecting The Water Lines

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CONNECTING THE WATER LINES • IMPORTANT: Use new hoses when installing the washer. Do NOT reuse old hoses. • IMPORTANT: Use ONLY the inlet hoses provided by Kenmore. Aftermarket hoses are not guaranteed to fit or function correctly. Other hoses may not tighten correctly and could cause leaks. Subsequent damage to product or property will not be covered under the terms of the product warranty.

  • Page 10: Connecting The Drain Hose

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CONNECTING THE DRAIN HOSE Option 2: Laundry Tub • The drain hose should always be properly secured. Failure to properly secure the drain hose can result in flooding and property damage. • The drain must be installed in accordance with any applicable local codes and regulations.

  • Page 11: Leveling The Washer

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS LEVELING THE WASHER The tub of your new washer spins at very high speeds. • To check if the washer is level from side to side, place a To minimize vibration, noise, and unwanted movement, level on the back edge of the lid. the floor must be a level, solid surface.

  • Page 12: How To Use

    HOW TO USE WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read and follow this entire Use & Care Guide, including the Important Safety Instructions, before operating this washer. CONTROL PANEL FEATURES POWER (ON/OFF) BUTTON START/PAUSE BUTTON Press to turn the washer ON. Press again to turn Press this button to start the selected cycle. the washer OFF.

  • Page 13: Operating The Washer

    HOW TO USE OPERATING THE WASHER SORT LAUNDRY AND LOAD WASHER Sort laundry by fabric type, soil level, color and load size, as needed. Open the door and load the items into the washer . Bleach ADD CLEANING PRODUCT Add High-Efficiency (HE) detergent to the detergent dispenser drawer.

  • Page 14: Cycle Guide

    HOW TO USE CYCLE GUIDE = Available Option The cycle guide below shows the default settings, available options and recommended fabric types = Default Setting for each cycle. Allowable modifier adjustments are shown below the default setting for each cycle. Fabric or Wash Spin...
  • Page 15 HOW TO USE CYCLE GUIDE = Available Option The cycle guide below shows the default settings, available options and recommended fabric types = Default Setting for each cycle. Allowable modifier adjustments are shown below the default setting for each cycle. Fabric or Wash Spin...

  • Page 16: Sorting Wash Loads

    HOW TO USE SORTING WASH LOADS Fabric Care Labels Many articles of clothing include a fabric care label. Using the chart below, adjust the cycle and option CAUTION selections to care for your clothing according to the • Do not load items higher than the top edge of the tub. manufacturer’s recommendations.

  • Page 17: About The Dispensers

    HOW TO USE ABOUT THE DISPENSERS The automatic dispenser consists of two compartments which hold: • Liquid fabric softener. • Liquid or powdered detergent for main wash. Liquid Bleach Compartment The bleach dispenser is a separate compartment at the left front of the tub opening. This compartment holds liquid bleach, which is dispensed automatically at the proper time during the wash cycle.

  • Page 18: Detergent And Dispenser Use

    HOW TO USE DETERGENT AND DISPENSER USE A Word About Detergents Using the Softener and Detergent Dispenser High-Efficiency (HE) detergents produce fewer suds, To add detergent, bleach, and fabric softener to the dissolve more efficiently to improve washing and rinsing automatic dispenser: performance, and help to keep the interior of your washer clean.

  • Page 19: Time And Status Display

    HOW TO USE TIME AND STATUS DISPLAY The time and status display shows the estimated time remaining and cycle progress. CYCLE STATUS INDICATOR ESTIMATED TIME REMAINING These LEDs will illuminate when a cycle is selected When a cycle is selected, the default time for that cycle is displayed.

  • Page 20: Cycle Modifier Buttons

    HOW TO USE CYCLE MODIFIER BUTTONS NOTE: To protect your garments, not every wash/rinse Each cycle has default settings that are selected temperature, spin speed, soil level, or option is available automatically. You may also customize these settings with every cycle. A chime will sound and the LED will not using the cycle modifier buttons.

  • Page 21: Option Buttons

    HOW TO USE OPTION BUTTONS EXTRA RINSE Your washing machine features several additional cycle options that customize cycles to meet your individual needs. This option will add an extra rinse to the selected cycle. Use this option to help Turn ON the washer and turn the cycle selector knob to ensure the removal of detergent or select the desired cycle.

  • Page 22: Clean Washer

    HOW TO USE OPTION BUTTONS CLEAN WASHER MY CYCLE MY CYCLE allows you to store a Some environmental and usage conditions can cause a residue to build up in the tub customized wash cycle for future use. It over time and can lead to a mildewy or allows you to save favorite temperature, spin speed, soil level, and other options for a cycle, and then musty smell.

  • Page 23: Delay Wash

    HOW TO USE OPTION BUTTONS SPECIAL DRAIN FEATURE DELAY WASH Once you have selected the cycle and This washer is equipped with a special feature that is other settings, press this button to delay designed to make your washer as safe as possible. If the start of the wash cycle.

  • Page 24: Care And Cleaning

    CARE AND CLEANING WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read and follow this entire Use & Care Guide, including the Important Safety Instructions, before operating this washer. • Unplug the washer before cleaning to avoid the risk of electric shock. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death. • Never use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or solvents to clean the washer. They will damage the finish. Storing the Washer REGULAR CLEANING Cleaning the Exterior...

  • Page 25: Maintenance

    Cold CARE AND CLEANING MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Water Inlet Filters If the washer does not fill properly, an error message will show on the display. The inlet valve filter screens could be plugged by hard water scale, sediment in the water supply, or other debris. NOTE: The inlet screens protect the delicate parts of the inlet valve from being damaged by particles that could enter the valves with the water supply.

  • Page 26: Cleaning The Washer

    CARE AND CLEANING CLEANING THE WASHER Proper Use of Detergent Using too much detergent is a common cause of laundry problems. Today’s detergents are formulated to be effective without visible sudsing. Be sure to carefully read and follow manufacturer’s recommendations for how much detergent to use in your wash.

  • Page 27: Kenmore Connect System

    Kenmore Connect System ™ If you experience problems with your washer, call Should you experience any problems with your 1-800-4-MY-HOME . Only use the Kenmore Connect ® washing machine, it has the capability of transmitting System feature when instructed to do so by the data via your telephone to the Kenmore Connect Kenmore Connect Team.

  • Page 28: Normal Sounds You May Hear

    TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE NORMAL SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR The following sounds may be heard while the washer is operating. They are normal. Clicking: Humming or gurgling: Lid lock relay when the lid locks and unlocks. Drain pump is pumping water from the washer at times during a cycle.
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (continued) Problem Possible Cause Solutions Excessive sudsing Too much detergent or incorrect HE detergents are formulated specifically for High-Efficiency washers and contain suds-reduc- detergent. ing agents. Only use detergent with the High- Efficiency (HE) logo. For detergent quantities refer to the How to Use section.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (continued) Problem Possible Causes Solutions Washer will not operate Control panel has powered off due to This is normal. Press the POWER button to turn inactivity. the washer on. Make sure cord is plugged securely into a Washer is unplugged.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (continued) Problem Possible Cause Solutions Washer will not drain water Kinked drain hose. Ensure that the drain hose is not kinked. Drain located higher than 96 in. Make sure that the drain hose is no higher above the floor.

  • Page 32: Error Codes

    TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (continued) Error Codes Problem Possible Cause Solutions The lid is not closed properly. Make sure that the lid is closed properly The display shows: and press the START/PAUSE button. After starting a cycle, it may take a few moments before the tub begins to turn or spin.
  • Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (continued) Problem Possible Cause Solutions Water in the washer drains Drain hose is kinked, pinched, or clogged. Make sure the drain hose is free of clogs, slowly or not at all, or the kinks, etc., and is not pinched behind or under display shows: the washer.

  • Page 34: Warranty

    WARRANTY Kenmore Elite Limited Warranty When installed, operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product, if this appliance fails due to a defect in material and workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME to arrange for free repair.
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