Table Of Contents - Kenmore 796.3140* Use & Care Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................... 3-5
GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS ........................................... 5
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
Key Parts and Components ............................................... 6
Optional Accessories .......................................................... 6
Included Accessories .......................................................... 6
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Key Dimensions and Specifications ................................... 7
Choose the Proper Location ............................................. 7
Flooring ................................................................................. 7
Clearances ........................................................................... 7
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Unpacking and Removing Shipping Material ................ 8
Connecting the Water Lines ............................................... 9
Connecting the Drain Hose ............................................. 10
Connect to the Power Supply .......................................... 10
Leveling the Washer ....................................................... 11
HOW TO USE
Control Panel Features ..................................................... 12
Operating the _A/asher ..................................................... 13
Cycle Guide ................................................................. _4-15
Sorting "_/ash Loads ......................................................... 16
About the Dispensers ........................................................ ] 7
Detergent and Dispenser Use ......................................... 18
Time and Status Display ................................................. 19
Cycle Modifier Buttons ...................................................... 20
Option Buttons ............................................................ 21-23
Accela 'vA/ash.................................................................. 21
Stain Boost...................................................................... 21
Extra Rinse ..................................................................... 21
Water Plus ...................................................................... 21
Add a Garment ............................................................. 21
Chime ................................................................................ 21
Fabric Softener .............................................................. 22
My Cycle ......................................................................... 22
Soak ................................................................................. 22
Delay Wash ................................................................... 22
Rinse & Spin ................................................................... 22
Control Lock .................................................................... 22
Special Drain Feature ....................................................... 22
CARE AND CLEANING
Regular Cleaning .......................................................... 23
Maintenance ................................................................... 24
Cleaning the VCasher..................................................... 25
KENMORE CONNECT
TM
SYSTEM ..................................... 26
Using the Kenmore Connect
TM
System .......................... 26
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Normal Sounds "You May Hear ....................................... 27
Before Calling for Service ........................................ 27-32
Error Codes ................................................................. 31-32
WARRANTY .......................................................................... 33
SERVICE ................................................................. Back Cover
In the space below, record the date of purchase, model,
and serial number of your product. "Youwill find the
model and serial number printed on an identification
plate located inside the washer lid. Have these items of
information available whenever you contact Sears
concerning your product.
Model No.
Date of Purchase
Serial No.
Save these instructions and your sales receipt for
future reference.
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