Washer Operating Instructions - Kenmore 417-6171 Series Use & Care Manual

This manual covers many models and not all cycles, options, or features listed are available on every model. Consoles shown
above for reference only. Your model may diff er.
Washing Cycle Selection
Turn the cycle selector in either direction to the cycle desired.
For best results
Follow the fabric care label
instructions on items to be
washed.
To change the cycle after it has begun, push in or turn the
cycle selector knob to pause the current running cycle. Make
the new selection and push in the cycle selector knob again
to start the new cycle.
Normal
Use this load for light to normally soiled cottons, linens,
towels, shirts, denims and mixed loads.
NOTE
MAXIMIZE ENERGY
Perform this cycle with Fabric Softener option Off (if
available), Energy Saver option selected (if available),
and Rinse Level in the Auto position (if available).
Whites (on select models only)
Use this cycle for white fabrics and lightly colored
clothing. Refer to fabric care label for use of liquid
chlorine bleach. Hot water is recommended to ensure
optimal bleach activation.
Heavy Duty
Use this cycle for heavily soiled, durable garments - ex.
towels, sports gear, or fabric tote bags. For best soil and
stain removal, use the hottest water safe for the fabrics
being washed.
Delicates
Use this cycle for lightly soiled knits and delicates which
require gentle washing.

Washer Operating Instructions

Towels (on select models only)
Select this cycle for a full load of towels and/or bath
mats. Select a higher spin speed to reduce drying time.
Bedding
This cycle is designed for large items such as blankets,
sheets, mattress pads, duvet covers and similar items.
Express Wash (on select models only)
Quickly wash a small, lightly soiled load in 25 minutes.
NOTE
Washers connected to water supplies with lower inlet
pressure will experience longer fi lling times and may not
complete cycle as quickly.
Rinse & Spin
Select Rinse & Spin for loads that need a cold water
rinse or to add fabric softener that may have been
omitted in a regular cycle.
Presoak
Use this cycle to soak heavily soiled and stained items
before washing. Any temperature may be selected, but
cold water is recommended with this cycle as warmer
water may set some stains. Use the amount of detergent
recommended for a normal wash cycle. If desired, use
a bleach or a soaking agent safe for the fabric. The
washer will continue on with a soil-loosening wash cycle
immediately after the soak phase.
Casual
Use this cycle for poly blends with a permanent press or
no-iron fi nish.
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