Kenmore 24-Inch Wide/120-Volt LAUNDRY CENTER Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions page 51

Problem Possible Cause Solution
Machine Power cord not plugged in. Plug in power cord.
Stops
No power at plug. Check electrical source or call
electrician.
Fuse blown or circuit Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker
breaker open. If problem continues, call electrician.
Using an extension cord. Do not use an extension cord.
Timer is not lined up. Turn timer to the right slightly
and pull to start.
Timer knob not pulled out. Set and pull out knob.
Washer at pause in Allow cycle to continue
PERMANENT PRESS Cycle (see "OPERATION").
(approximately two minutes).
Machine is overloaded. Wash smaller loads.
Agitator Not The top of the agitator moves This is normal.
Working only in one direction.
The top of the agitator is loose. This is normal.
Water Level The top of the agitator is much This is normal.
Too LowlNot higher than the highest water
Completely level. This creates a perception
Filling of the washer not being full.
Tub is Tub pulled forward when Ensure tub is centered before
Crooked unloading, starting washer.
Tub moves. This is normal.
Laundry center not level. Ensure leveling legs are installed.
Level laundry center
(see "INSTALLATION',' S ection H).
Lint on Load Improper sorting. Sort lint givers from lint takers
and by color.
Overloading. Lint can be trapped in load if
overloaded. Wash smaller loads.
Paper or tissue in pockets. Clean out pockets before washing.
Not enough detergent. Use enough detergent to
hold lint in water.
Detergent not dissolving. Use wash water warmer than 70°F.
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