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Automatic Washers
Lavadoras autom_ticas
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Models/Modelos/Modeles 110.2806_, 2807_
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Designed to use only
High Efficiency (HE) detergent
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detergente de alto rendimiento
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detergent haute efficacite
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Sears Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A. www.se
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TABLE OF CONTENTS PROTECTION AGREEMENTS ....................................................... 2 Using the Proper Detergent ....................................................... 11 Pausing or Restarting the Washer ............................................. 12 WARRANTY ..................................................................................... 3 Stopping the Washer ................................................................. 12 WASHER SAFETY ..................................
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KENMORE ELITE®APPLIANCE WARRANTY ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES When installed, operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product, if this appliance fails due Customer's sole and exclusive remedy under this limited to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the warranty shall be product repair as provided herein. Implied date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME C® to arrange for free warranties, incl
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the washer, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Read all instructions before using the washer. • Do not allow children to play on or in the washer. Close supervision of children is necessary when the washer is used • Do not wash articles that have been previously cleaned near children. in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, other
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• Additional spacing should be considered for ease of If You Have: You Will Need to Buy: installation and servicing. Lint clogged drain Drain protector, Part Number 367031 • Additional spacing should be considered on all sides of the washer to reduce noise transfer. For closet installation with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top and bottom of the door are required. Selecting the proper location for your washer improves Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation openings are performa
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To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be Floor drain system (view D) plugged into a mating, grounded 3 prong outlet, grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances. If a mating The floor drain system requires a siphon break that may be outlet is not available, it is the personal responsibility and purchased separately. See "Tools and Parts." obligation of the customer to have the properly grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician. The siphon break must be a minimum
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3. Using 2 or more people, tip the washer onto its back and Remove drain hose from washer cabinet place on cardboard supports. 4. Remove foam shipping base. Pull the corrugated drain hose out of the washer by first grabbing the pull tie. Continue to pull the hose until the end emerges. Do not force excess drain hose back into the rear of the washer. d li ii i ii ii li 5= Set washer upright. 6. Remove tape from lid. Open lid and remove foam packing ring from washer tub. Keep foam packing ring in
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Connect the inlet hoses to the washer ©on sect .... 1= Insert new flat washers (supplied) into each end of the inlet hoses. Firmly seat the washers in the couplings. B A HOT COLD A B A. Coupling B. Washer A. Hot water inlet valve B. Cold water inlet valve Connect the inlet hoses to the water faucets 1. Attach the hot water hose to the inlet valve labeled hot. Make sure the washer basket is empty. 2. Attach the hose labeled hot to the hot water faucet. Screw 2. Attaching one hose coupling first m
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3. Lower right front foot until it contacts the floor. By hand, firmly rotate foot as much as an additional 11/=turns. The other three feet have been preset at the factory. 1, Drape the power cord over the console. 2. Remove any cardboard used to move washer. Beaded tie strap 3. Fasten the drain hose to the laundry tub leg or drain 4. Check the levelness of the washer by placing a level in the standpipe with the beaded tie strap. See view A or B. crease between the top of the washer and the cabi
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Auto Water Level This washer senses the load size and composition through a series of fills and wash motion. It then adjusts the water level for 1. Check the electrical requirements. Be sure that you have the the best cleaning and rinsing performance. It eliminates the correct electrical supply and the recommended grounding guesswork. The water level is just right for every wash load size. method. See "Electrical Requirements." NOTE: You may notice during a cycle that the wash load is not 2. Che
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Quiet Operation Force Filter Wash/Rinse System This washer filters 100% of the wash and rinse water. The water This washer is insulated with sound-dampening materials to reduce washer operation sounds and noises. is filtered then recirculated. The force filter traps sand and dirt, flushing them down the drain, so they are not redeposited onto the clean clothes. Suspension System To reduce washer "vibration," "walk," and "out-of-balance" Delay Start conditions, your new washer combines: Delay Sta
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Load evenly to maintain washer balance. Mix large and • The fabric softener is dispensed in the rinse cycle. If 2nd small items. Rinse is selected, the fabric softener will be dispensed during the 2nd Rinse. For best performance, load garments in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall. Do not load above the • Do not use fabric softener dispensing balls in this washer. stainless steel portion of the basket, as shown. Dispensing balls will not operate correctly with this washer. • Do not spill
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Changing Modifiers and Options during the wash cycle You can change a Modifier or Option anytime before the selected Modifier or Option begins. You must: Turn the knob to choose the correct wash cycle for the type of 1. Press STOP once. load you are washing. When the knob points to a cycle, the indicator light for the cycle will glow. If the preset cycle setting for 2. Select the desired Modifiers and/or Options. the Modifiers and Options are suitable for your wash load, you 3. Press START. may
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Wl_itest Whites • The fabric contains sensitive dyes that may bleed. This cycle introduces liquid chlorine bleach to the load at the NOTE: Some "Handwash" items naturally shrink when washed. proper time for improved whitening of your heavily soiled white Keep this in mind when you purchase items labeled "Handwash." fabrics. Cycle combines high-speed wash action and high-speed Items that shrink should be dried flat. When these items are still spin. The default option setting for this cycle is 2nd
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Clean Washer Wash/Rinse Temp Use the Clean Washer cycle once a month to keep the inside of Select a water temperature based on the type of load you are your washer fresh and clean. This cycle uses a higher water level washing. Use the warmest wash water safe for fabrics. Follow in combination with liquid chlorine bleach to thoroughly clean the garment label instructions. inside of your washing machine. See "Cleaning Your Washer." Warm rinses leave the loads drier and more comfortable to handle.
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7, Press START. The countdown to the wash cycle will show in When Auto Soak is selected, the washer saturates the load with water and detergent then pauses to allow the the time display window, and the Delay Start indicator light detergent to work on soils. The pause is followed by a will begin to flash. slow-speed spin. The washer pauses and spins six times NOTE: The Start indicator light will not flash when Delay Start before advancing to the desired wash cycle. Auto Soak is chosen. You must p
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LAUNDRY TIPS Preparing clothes for washing Sorting Follow these recommendations to help you prolong the life of • Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled ones, even if your garments. they would normally be washed together. Separate lint-givers (towels, chenille) from lint-takers (corduroy, synthetics, • Use only High Efficiency detergents. The package for this type permanent press). When possible, turn lint-givers inside out. of detergent will be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." This
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Always dothefollowing to maintain washer freshness To use washer again: • Use only High Efficiency (HE)detergent for your wash loads. 1. Flush water pipes and hoses. Reconnect water inlet hoses. Turn on both water faucets. Cleaning the exterior Use a soft damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills. Occasionally wipe the outside of your washer to keep it looking new. Use mild soap and water. Do not use abrasive products. _ t_ __Oc_c Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of h
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TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid the cost of a service call... _@ ,__s_ ¸ +__ _,,_ _ J_ _s_ • H_ "HC" (Cold and Hot hoses switched) Washer displaying code messages This code will appear at the end of the wash cycle to indicate that the cold and hot water inlet hoses are switched. See _- "LF" "Connect the Inlet Hoses." Lr (Washer is taking too long to fill) Check the following: " "dL" • OL (Door/Lid cannot lock) Are the water inlet hoses kinked or clogged?
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Did you select the Bulky/Bedding cycle? Wash load odor Use the Bulky/Bedding cycle only for oversized, nonabsorbent items such as comforters, pillows or poly-filled jackets. Other items will create an unbalanced load in this • Are you using too much or too little detergent? cycle. Follow the detergent manufacturer's recommendation for correct amount for the load size, and soil level for your load. Remember, concentrated detergents such as 2x or higher will Washer leaks use less detergent based o
