Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 796.4027 Kenmore
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® Front.Loading Automatic Washer Use & Care Guide Lavadora autom&tica de carga frontal Manual de uso y cu Laveuse automatique & chargement frontal Guide d utlllsat_on et d entrewen ModelslModelos_od_les 796.
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Wehave provided many im_rtant safety messages in thismanual and on your appliance, Always read andobey all safety messages. This isthe safety alert sym_l. This sym_l alerts you to potential hazards that can result in prope_ damage and/or serious bodily harm or death.
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. Do not allow children to play on or in the washer. Close supervision of children is necessary when the washer is us_ near children. As children grow, teach them the proper, safe use of all appliances. Failure to comply with these warnings _u]d result in serious _rsonal injuries.
KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS O DETERGENT DISPENSER There are four compartments, one each for prewash (not used on this model) 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.
KEY DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS Description Front-Loading Washer Rated Voltage/Frequency 120 VAC @ 60 Hz. Dimensions 27" (W) X 293/4" (D) X 3811/1e"(H), 511/8" (D, door open) 68.6 cm (W) X 75.6 cm(D) X 98.3 cm(H), 129.8 cm (D, door open) Net Weight 190 Ib.
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CONNECTING THE WATER LINES • IMPORTANT: Use new hoses when installing the washer. Do NOT reu_ old hoses. • IMPORTANT: Use ONLY the inlet hoses provided with this laundry product. Aftermarket hoses are not guaranteed to fit or function correctly. Other hoses may not tighten correctly and could cause leaks.
CONNECTING THE DRAIN HOSE • The drain hose should always be properly secured Failure to properly secure the drain hoe can result Jn flooding and property damage. • Do not in,aft the end of the drain hose higher than 96 in. (244.8 cm) above the bottom of the washer.
LEVELING THE WASHER The drum of your new washer spins at very high speeds.. To minimize vibration, noise, and unwanted movement, the floor must be a ]eve], solid surface.. NOTE: Adjust the leveling feet only as far as n_essary to ]eve] the washer. Extending the leveling feet more than necessary _n cause the washer to vibrate.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, el_tric shock, or inju_ to _rsons, read and follow this entire manual, including the Important Safety Instructions, before operating this washer. CONTROL PANEL FEATURES ® () q) O POWER (ONJOFF) BUTTON Press to turn the washer ON.
OPERATING THE WASHER O SORT AND LOAD WASHER LAUNDRY Refer to page 15. O ADD DETERGENT AND OTHER PRODUCTS Open the dispenser drawer and add Odetergent to the main wash compartment in the dispenser drawer, Add bleach and fabric softener as desired.
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SORTING WASH LOADS Fabric Care Labels Many articles of clothing include a fabric care label. Using the chart below, adjust the cycle and options selections to care for your clothing according to the manufacturer's recommendations. Fabric Care Labels M_ine wash Water ®®0 00 0 H_t War,t1 _.
ABOUT THE DISPENSER The automatic dispenser consists of four compartments which hold: • Liquid chlorine bleach. • Liquid fabric softener, • Liquid or powdered detergent for prewash. (This compartment is not u_d on this model.) • Liquid or powdered detergent and color-safe bleach for main wash.
DETERGENT AND DISPENSER USE A Word About Detergents HE detergents produce fewer suds, dissolve more efficiently to improve washing and rinsing performance, and help to keep the interior of your washer clean.
TIME AND STATUS DISPLAY The time and status display shows the estimated time remaining, cycle progress, and door lock status. iiiii ii ii i!ii!ii!i ii!iiiiii! ijjii!ii!!!!!ii i!i!!ili! iiiiiiiiiiiiiii.
CYCLE MODIFIER BUTTONS Each cycle has default settings that are selected automatically You may also customize these settings using the cycle modifier buttons, Press the button for the desired modifier.
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WARNING: TO r_uce the risk of fire, electric shock, or inju_ to persons, read and follow this entire manual, including the Important Safe_ Instructions, _fore o_rating this washer, • Unplug the washer _fore cleaning to avoid the risk of el_tric shock.
REGULAR CLEANING (cont.) Cleaning the Dispenser The dispenser should be cleaned periodicafly to remove buildup of detergent and other laund_ products that can cause the dispenser not to dispense the ]aundpj product properly. ! ! 1. Pull the dispenser drawer out until it stops.
MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Water Inlet Filters Jf the washer detects that water is not entering the dispenser, an error message wi]] show on the display.
MAINTENANCE (cont.) Cleaning the Drain Pump Filter Your Washer is equipped with a filter that helps prevent ex_ss lint and foreign objects like buttons, keys, and coins from causing damage to the pump.
NORMAL SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR The following sounds may be heard while the washer is operating, They are normal, Door Jock relay when the door locks and unJod<s, Spraying or hissing: Water spraying or circulating during the cycle.
BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (cont.) Cheek if.,, Then.,, Were bleach or softener added directly to the wash load in Laundry chemicals must be loaded into the dispenser_ the drum? Washer not unloaded promptly. Always remove items from the washer as soon as possible after the cycle is complete.
BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (cont.) Door will not unlock when cycle is stop_d or paused Check if,. Then.,, Interior temperature of washer is too high, The washer door has a safety feature to prevent bu.
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f wF- One-Year Limited Warranty When installed, o_rated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product, if this appliance fails due to a defect in material and workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, call 1-800o4-MY-HOME _ to arrange for free repair.
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