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Kenmore 796.4130 Series Use & Care Manual

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Use & Care Guide
Model: 796.4130*
Kenmore
Front-Loading
Automatic Washer
* = color number
MFL68639762
ver
Sears Brands Management Corporation
Ho man Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.kenmore.com
®
®
For best results, a low-sudsing, HE High Efficiency
Detergent made for high effciency washers must
be used.

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  • Page 1 Use & Care Guide For best results, a low-sudsing, HE High Efficiency Detergent made for high effciency washers must be used. Model: 796.4130* Kenmore ® Front-Loading Automatic Washer * = color number MFL68639762 Sears Brands Management Corporation Ho man Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY MESSAGES................................... IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..........................GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS............................FEATURES AND BENEFITS Key Parts and Components ..............................Included Accessories ................................. Optional Accessories ................................ INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Key Dimensions and Speci cations ..........................Choose the Proper Location ............................. Flooring ....................................Clearances ..................................

  • Page 3: Safety Messages

    SAFETY MESSAGES There are many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can result in property damage and/or serious bodily harm or death.
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of re, electric shock, or injury appliance from the power supply. Failure to follow to persons when using this appliance, follow basic this warning can cause serious injury, re, electric precautions, including the following. shock, or death.

  • Page 5: Grounding Requirements

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: RISK TO CHILDREN • Do not allow children to play on or in the washer. • Keep laundry products out of children’s reach. To Close supervision of children is necessary when the prevent personal injury, observe all warnings on washer is used near children.

  • Page 6: Features And Benefits

    FEATURES AND BENEFITS KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS DETERGENT DISPENSER There are four compartments. One each for prewash, main wash, liquid bleach, and liquid fabric softener. CONTROL PANEL WITH LED DISPLAY The easy-to-read LED display shows cycle options, settings, cycle status, and estimated time remaining during operation.

  • Page 7: Installation Requirements

    INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS KEY DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS Description Front-Loading Washer Electrical Requirements 120 VAC, 60 Hz Max. Water Pressure 20 - 120 psi (138 - 827 kPa) Dimensions 27 in. (W) X 29 3/4 in. (D) X 38 11/16 in. (H), 52 in. (D, with door open) 68.6 cm (W) X 75.6 cm (D) X 98.3 cm (H), 132.2 cm (D, with door open) Net Weight 202.8 lbs (92 kg)
  • Page 8 UNPACKING AND REMOVING SHIPPING BOLTS When removing the washer from the carton base, be sure to remove the foam drum support in the middle of the carton base. See drawing below. If you must lay the washer down to remove the base packaging materials, always protect the side of the washer and lay it carefully on its side.

  • Page 9: Installation Instructions

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CONNECTING THE WATER LINES • IMPORTANT: Use new hoses when installing the washer. Do NOT reuse old hoses. • IMPORTANT: Use ONLY the inlet hoses provided with this washer. Aftermarket hoses are not guaranteed to t or function correctly. Other hoses may not tighten correctly and could cause leaks.

  • Page 10: Connecting The Drain Hose

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CONNECTING THE DRAIN HOSE • The drain hose should always be properly secured. Option 2: Laundry Tub Failure to properly secure the drain hose can result in ooding and property damage. • Do not install the end of the drain hose lower than 29 in.

  • Page 11: Leveling The Washer

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS LEVELING THE WASHER The drum of your new washer spins at very high speeds. To minimize vibration, noise, and unwanted movement, the oor must be a level, solid surface. NOTE: Adjust the leveling feet only as far as necessary to level the washer.

  • Page 12: How To Use

    HOW TO USE WARNING: To reduce the risk of re, electric shock, or injury to persons, read and follow this entire Use & Care Guide, including the Important Safety Instructions, before operating this washer. CONTROL PANEL FEATURES POWER (ON/OFF) BUTTON CYCLE MODIFIER BUTTONS Press to turn the washer ON or OFF.

  • Page 13: Operating The Washer

    HOW TO USE OPERATING THE WASHER SORT LAUNDRY AND LOAD WASHER Sort laundry by fabric type, soil level, color and load size, as needed. Open the door and load selected items into the washer. TURN ON THE WASHER Press the POWER button to turn ON the washer. The lights around the cycle selector knob will illuminate and a chime will sound.

  • Page 14: Cycle Guide

    HOW TO USE CYCLE GUIDE The cycle guide below shows the default settings, available options and recommended fabric types = Available Option for each cycle. Allowable modi er adjustments are shown below the default setting for each cycle. = Default Setting Fabric or Load Wash...
  • Page 15 HOW TO USE CYCLE GUIDE (continued) The cycle guide below shows the default settings, available options and recommended fabric types = Available Option for each cycle. Allowable modi er adjustments are shown below the default setting for each cycle. = Default Setting Fabric or Load Wash...

  • Page 16: Sorting Wash Loads

    HOW TO USE SORTING WASH LOADS Fabric Care Labels Loading the Washer Many articles of clothing include a fabric care label. • Check all pockets to make sure that they are empty. Using the chart below, adjust the cycle and option Items such as clips, matches, pens, coins, and keys can damage both selections to care for your clothing according to the your washer and your clothes.

  • Page 17: About The Dispenser Drawer

    HOW TO USE ABOUT THE DISPENSER DRAWER The automatic dispenser consists of four compartments Liquid Chlorine Liquid Fabric which hold: Bleach Softener Compartment Compartment • Liquid chlorine bleach. Liquid • Liquid fabric softener. Detergent • Liquid or powdered detergent for prewash. •...

  • Page 18: Detergent And Dispenser Use

    HOW TO USE DETERGENT AND DISPENSER USE A Word About Detergents Filling the Dispenser High-E ciency (HE) detergents produce fewer suds, To add detergent, bleach, and fabric softener to the dissolve more e ciently to improve washing and rinsing automatic dispenser: performance, and help to keep the interior of your washer clean.

  • Page 19: Time And Status Display

    HOW TO USE TIME AND STATUS DISPLAY The time and status display shows the estimated time remaining, cycle progress, and door lock status. ESTIMATED TIME REMAINING CYCLE STATUS INDICATOR When the START/PAUSE button is pressed, the These status LEDs illuminate to indicate which washer will automatically detect the load size for stage of the cycle is currently running.

  • Page 20: Cycle Modi Er Buttons

    HOW TO USE CYCLE MODIFIER BUTTONS Each cycle has default settings that are selected NOTE: To protect your garments, not every wash automatically. You may also customize these settings temperature, spin speed, soil level, or option is available using the cycle modi er buttons. Press the button for the with every cycle.

  • Page 21: Steam Cycles And Options

    HOW TO USE STEAM CYCLES AND OPTIONS Your washing machine features several additional cycle DELAY START options that customize cycles to meet your individual needs. Once you have selected the cycle and other settings, press this button Turn ON the washer and turn the cycle selector to delay the start of the wash cycle.
  • Page 22 HOW TO USE CLEAN WASHER NOTE: • After checking the water level/temperature conditions Detergent residue can build up in the for safety, the door unlocks once the wash movement wash drum over time and can lead to has stopped. (Door Lock LED turns o .) a mildewy or musty smell.

  • Page 23: Care And Cleaning

    CARE AND CLEANING WARNING: To reduce the risk of re, electric shock, or injury to persons, read and follow this entire Use & Care Guide, including the Important Safety Instructions, before operating this washer. • Unplug the washer before cleaning to avoid the risk of electric shock. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, re, electric shock, or death.
  • Page 24 CARE AND CLEANING REGULAR CLEANING (continued) Storing the Washer Press the POWER button, then press the SPIN SPEED If the washer will not be used for an extended period of button without selecting a cycle. Press the START/ PAUSE button to activate the drain pump. This will time and is in an area that could be exposed to freezing expel some of the antifreeze, leaving enough to temperatures, perform the following steps to protect the...

  • Page 25: Maintenance

    CARE AND CLEANING MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT: ONLY use new, high-quality inlet hoses Cleaning the Water Inlet Filters If the washer does not ll properly, an error message will when installing this laundry product. Aftermarket hoses show on the display. The inlet valve lter screens could are not guaranteed to t or function correctly.

  • Page 26: Cleaning The Drain Pump Filter

    CARE AND CLEANING MAINTENANCE (continued) Cleaning the Drain Pump Filter The washer is equipped with a lter that helps prevent excess lint and foreign objects like buttons, keys, and coins from causing damage to the pump. If the washer fails to drain properly, unplug the washer and allow the water to cool, if necessary, before proceeding.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting Guide

    TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE NORMAL SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR The following sounds may be heard while the washer is operating. They are normal. Clicking: Humming or gurgling: Door locking mechanism clicks when the door locks and Drain pump is pumping water from the washer at times unlocks.
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (continued) Problem Possible Cause Solutions Staining Bleach or softener dispensed too soon. Dispenser compartment is over lled causing bleach or softener to dispense immediately. Dispenser drawer closed too quickly causing bleach or softener to dispense immediately. Bleach or softener was added directly to Laundry chemicals must be loaded into the dispenser.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (continued) Your washing machine is equipped with an automatic error-monitoring system to detect and diagnose problems at an early stage. Problem Possible Cause Solutions Drain hose is kinked, pinched, or clogged. Make sure the drain hose is free of clogs, kinks, etc., Water in the washer and is not pinched behind or under the washer.

  • Page 31: Warranty

    WARRANTY KENMORE LIMITED WARRANTY WITH PROOF OF SALE the following warranty coverage applies when this appliance is correctly installed, operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions. One Year on Appliance FOR ONE YEAR from the date of sale this appliance is warranted against defects in material or workmanship.
  • Page 32 Kenmore ® Customer Care Hotline To schedule in-home repair service or order replacement parts Para pedir servicio de reparación a domicilio, y ordenar piezas 1-844-553-6667 www. kenmore. com ®...

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