Kenmore 796.41282310 Use & Care Manual page 2

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .............................. 3=5
GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS ............................................. 5
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
Key Parts and Components ................................................. 6
Included Accessories ........................................................ 6
Optional Accessories ........................................................ 6
iNSTALLATiON REQUIREMENTS
Key Dimensions and Specifications ................................... 7
Choose the Proper Location ............................................... 7
Flooring .................................................................................. 7
Clearances ............................................................................ 7
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Unpacking and Removing Shipping Bolts ......................... 8
Connecting the Water Lines ................................................ 9
Connecting the Drain Hose ............................................... 10
Connect to the Power Supply ............................................. 10
Leveling the Washer ........................................................... 11
Installation of Non-Skid Pads (optional) .......................... 11
HOW TO USE
Control Panel Features ........................................................ 12
Operating the Washer ......................................................... 13
Cycle Guide .................................................................... 14-15
Sorting Wash Loads ............................................................ 16
About the Dispenser Drawer .............................................. 17
Detergent and Dispenser Use............................................. 18
Time and Status Display .................................................... 19
Cycle Modifier Buttons ....................................................... 20
Steam Cycles and Options ................................................. 21
Steam Treat Option ......................................................... 21
Option Buttons .................................................................... 22
Delay Start ....................................................................... 22
Extra Rinse ....................................................................... 22
Pre Wash .......................................................................... 22
Special Functions ................................................................. 23
Control Lock ..................................................................... 23
Clean Washer .................................................................. 23
MyCycle ............................................................................ 23
Auto Soak .......................................................................... 23
Stay Fresh .......................................................................... 23
CARE AND CLEANING
Regular Cleaning .......................................................... 24-25
Cleaning the Exterior ...................................................... 24
Care and Cleaning of the Interior ................................ 24
Clean Washer .................................................................. 24
Door Seal and Glass Cleaning ..................................... 24
Removinc_ Mineral Buildup ............................................. 24
Storing tne Washer ......................................................... 25
Cleaning the Dispenser .................................................. 25
Maintenance ................................................................. 26-27
Cleaning the Water Inlet Filters .................................... 26
Cleaning the Drain Pump Filter ..................................... 27
KENMORE CONNECT
TM
System ........................................ 28
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Normal Sounds You May Hear ......................................... 29
Before Calling for Service ........................................... 29-31
WARRANTY ............................................................................ 32
in the space below, record the date of purchase, model,
and serial number of your product. You will find the
model and seriat 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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years of dependable operation. But like all products, it
may require preventive maintenance or repair from time
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