Cycle Options - Kenmore 796.4219#90# Service Manual

5-3. CYCLE OPTIONS

ADD STEAM
ADD STEAM cycles include the Steam Refresh, Normal/Casual, Bulky/Bedding, Kids Wear, Heavy Duty
and Whitest Whites. Adding steam to these cycles provides superior cleaning performance while reducing
energy and water consumption. By using a hot steam spray from above and cooler water below, fabrics
get the cleaning benefits of a super hot wash, without the energy usage or potential damage to fabrics.
The door may become quite warm during steam cycles. This is normal. Do not attempt to override the
door lock mechanism o⁄–aaar reach into the washer during a steam cycle. Steam can cause severe burns.
Steam may not be visible during the steam cycles. This is normal. Do not use steam with delicate fabrics
such as wool, silk, or easily discolored fabrics.
DELAY START
Once you have selected the cycle and other settings, press this button to delay the start of the wash cycle.
Each press of the button increases the delay time by one hour, for up to 19 hours. Once the desired delay time
is set, press the START/PAUSE button to start the delay time. If the START/PAUSE button is not pressed
within 4 minutes, the control will shut off and the settings will be lost.
STAIN TREAT
Use this option for heavily soiled loads that need improved stain treatment. When STAIN TREAT is selected,
the water temperature for the selected cycle will begin as warm water to help prevent the setting of certain
types of stains. Then as the cycle progresses, the water will be heated to higher temperatures to help remove
stains that require treatment at higher temperatures. This option is designed for optimum stain removal.
NOTE: If STAIN TREAT is selected with the SANITIZE cycle, the cycle will begin with very hot water since that
is default for that cycle and cannot be changed.
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2 RINSE
This option will add an extra rinse to the selected cycle. Use this option to help ensure the removal of
detergent or bleach residue from fabrics.
PRE WASH
Select this option to add a 16-minute prewash and spin cycle to the chosen cycle.
This is especially useful for heavily soiled items.
AUTO SOAK
Use the AUTO SOAK option to presoak garments to help remove difficult spots or stains on fabrics.
This option provides a 30 minute presoak prior to the start of the selected cycle.
1. Add detergent only to the Main wash compartment or Liquid Box of the dispenser drawer.
2. Select desired cycle.
3. Select cycle modifiers
4. Press the START/PAUSE.
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