Kenmore 796.4027 Series Use And Care Manual page 27

BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (cont.)
Door will not unlock when cycle is stop_d or paused
Check if,. Then.,,
Interior temperature of washer is too high, The washer door has a safety feature to prevent burns
For example, if the washer is paused during the hot wash portion of
a sanitary cycle, the interior temperature of the drum will be very hot,
so the door will not unlock. This is normal. Allow the washer to coo]
until the DOOR LOCK indicator turns off on the display.
Water level in washer is too high, Allow the washer to complete the programmed cycle, or press the
CANCELJDRA]Nbutton to drain the water,
Wash cycle time is longer than usual
Check if,,. Then,,,
I The washer automati_]ly adjusts the wash time for the
amount of laundry,water pressure, water heating time, and
other operating conditions.
This is normal. The washer adjusts cycle time automatically to
provide optimal resuBts for the selected cycle. The time remaining
shown in the display is only an estimate. Actual time may vary.
Musty or mildewy odor in washer
Check if,,. Then,,,
Incorrector too much detergent has been used, Use only HE (High-Efficiency) d etergent in a_rdance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
Insideof tub not cleaned pro_r]y. Run the CLEAN WASHER cycle regularly. Be sure to wipe around
and under the door seal frequently. See Care and Cleaning of the
Interior in Care and Cleaning on page 21.
Clean around door seal/glass to prevent odor or mildew:
1, Wipe dry the door seal/glass and the door opening area
2, Wipe around the inner drum/door seal and the lower door sea]
3. For di_cult-to-remove odors, use Affresh available at your local
Sears store or online at www.partsdirect.com.
Check if,,. Then,..
Washer not unloaded promptly, Always remove items from the washer as soon as the cycle is
_mplete.
Washer overloaded. The washer can be fully loadedbut the drum should not be tightly
packed, and the door should close easily.
Hot and cold water inlet hoses are reversed, Hot water rinse can set wrinkies in garments, Che_ the inlet hose
_nnections,.
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