Special Functions - Kenmore 796.4198 series Use & Care Manual

SPECIAL FUNCTIONS

CLEAN WASHER
Detergent residue can build up in the wash
drum over time and can lead to a mildewy
or musty smell. The CLEAN WASHER cycle
is specially designed to remove this buildup
using bleach or another cleaner designed specifically for
cleaning front load washers. Run the CLEAN WASHER
cycle once a month, or more often under heavy use
conditions or if odor is present.
See complete instructions in the CARE AND CLEANING
section.
1
Turn ON the washer and press and hold the ACCELA
WASH button for three seconds. Selecting any other
cycle after CLEAN WASHER has been selected will
cause the CLEAN WASHER cycle to be cancelled.
2
Fill the bleach dispenser to the MAX line with liquid
chlorine bleach. Do not overfill the bleach dispenser.
Overfilling will cause the bleach to dispense
immediately.
NOTE: For other drum cleaning products, follow
the cleaner manufacturer's instructions and
recommendations. For powdered cleaning products,
add the cleaner to the main wash compartment of
the dispenser drawer. Place tablet cleaners directly
into the drum.
3
Press the START/PAUSE button to start the cycle.
4
After the cycle has ended, secure the door slightly
ajar with the door magnet. This will promote air
circulation and allow the interior of the machine to
dry. To use this feature, close the door just until it
contacts the door magnet.
NOTE: Do NOT use this cycle with clothes, and do
NOT add detergent or fabric softener.
AUTO SOAK
Use the AUTO SOAK option to presoak
garments to help remove difficult spots or
stains on fabric. This option provides a
30-minute presoak prior to the start of the
selected cycle. At the end of the presoak time, the
selected cycle will use the same water.
To use the AUTO SOAK feature, press and hold the
STEAM TREAT button for three seconds.
ENERGY SAVER
This option saves energy by using cooler
water while increasing the wash and rinse
times to maintain wash performance. This
feature is only available with the NORMAL/
CASUAL and HEAVY DUTY cycles as listed below.
To use the Energy Saver option, press and hold the PRE
WASH button for three seconds.
• NORMAL – Hot becomes Warm
• NORMAL – Warm becomes Cold
• HEAVY DUTY – Hot becomes Warm
CONTROL LOCK
Use this option to disable the controls.
The washer can only be locked during
a cycle. This feature can prevent
children from changing cycles or
operating the machine. Once set, the
controls remain locked and Control Lock must be turned
OFF before the controls can be used again. Once the
washer has shut off, the power button will allow the
machine to be turned ON, but the controls will still be
locked. When the controls are locked, "CL" will display
alternately with the estimated time remaining.
Press and hold the CHIME button for three seconds to
activate or deactivate the controls.
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