Kenmore 8873 Use and Care Guide

Kenmore 8873 - 24 in. Space Saver Laundry Center Manual

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  • Kenmore 8873 | Use and Care Guide - Page 1
    ® 24-1nch Wide1120-Volt LAUNDRY CENTER Washer- Electric Dryer CENTRO DE LAVANDERIAf de 24 pulg. (61 cm) de ancho1120-Voltios Lavadora - Secadora el_ctrica I_III,RI II,,,I iii +, 3979331A \ Sears Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.sears.com
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    WE SERVICE WHAT WE SELL 3 WARRANTY 3 WASHER/DRYER SAFETY 4 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Washer 19 Water inlet Hoses 19 Cleaning the Lint Screen 19 Cleaning the Dryer interior 20 Removing Accumulated Lint 20 Vacation, Storage, and Moving Care 20 TROUBLESHOOTING WASHER 21 TROUBLESHOOTING DRYER
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    number label, located at the top inside dryer door well. Have this information available to help you quickly obtain assistance or service when you contact Sears concerning your appliance. Model number Serial number Purchase date Save these instructions and your sales receipt for future reference.
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    WASHER/DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual part of the washer/dryer or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this Use and Care Guide or in published user-repair instructions that you
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    Remove parts package from the washer basket. Check that all parts were included. O_1 _20 3 _4 Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center. For more information, please reference the service numbers located on the back page of this manual. If You Have You
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    or weather. Do not operate your washer in temperatures at or below 32°F (0°C). Some water can remain in the washer and can cause damage in low your local Sears store or Sears Service Center. • Special provisions must be made in mobile homes to introduce outside air into the dryer. The opening
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    , Check witha qualifiedelectricianor service representative or personnelif you are in doubtas to whetherthe washer/dryer is properlygrounded,Do not modify the plugon the power cord: if it willnot fitthe outlet, havea properoutletinstalled by a qualifiedelectrician, SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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    products can be purchased from your dealer. For further information, please reference the service number located on the back page of this manual, or visit our Internet site at: www.sears.com. • Do not exhaust the dryer into any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, or a concealed space of a building
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    floors from damage due to water leakage. Carefully read and follow these instructions. 1o Wet the inside of the straight end of the drain in. (6.4 mm) from the end. To prevent drain water from going back into the washer: • Do not straighten hooked end of the drain hose and force excess drain hose
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    . Complete hook-up of water hoses, exhaust vent, and (on gas models) the flexible gas connector through the access area. Replace access panel upon of water might enter the washer. You will drain this later. Typical exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from rear of the laundry
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    or Sears Service Center. NOTE: The following kits for close clearance alternate installations are available for purchase. Please see the service number located on the back page of this manual to order. • Over-The-Top Installation: Part Number 26-49909 Periscope Installation (For use with dryer vent
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    vent to exhaust hood with 4 in. (10.2 cm) clamp. 4. Run vent to dryer location. Use the straightest path possible (see "Determine Vent Length"). Avoid 90 ° turns. the laundry center by placing a level on the top edge of the washer, first side-to-side, then frontto-back. See the exhaust vent length
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    . Select HEAVY DU]_/and pull out the Cycle Control knob. Allow the washer to complete one whole cycle. 13. To test the dryer, set the dryer on a full heat cycle (not an air cycle) for 20 minutes and start the dryer. If the dryer will not start, check the following: • Controls are set in a running
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    Kenmore Laundry Center operates on a 120-volt current. Therefore, you cannot operate the washer and dryer at the same time. The following is a guide to starting your washer. Periodic references to other sections of this manual the fabric. Follow garment label instructions. Water Temp Use For Hot
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    SNN HEAVY DUTY ,IN_ 10 EGULAR PERMANENT PRESS Knit/Delicate Use this cycle for lingerie and loosely knit items. Partway through the cycle, the washer pauses and soaks the load for more gentle care of lightly soiled delicate items. Wash combines slow speed agitation for gentle soil removal and slow
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    your garments. • Close zippers, snaps, and hooks to avoid snagging other items. Remove pins, buckles, and other hard objects to avoid scratching the washer interior. Remove non-washable trim and ornaments. • Empty pockets and turn them inside out. • Turn down cuffs, brush away lint and dirt. • Turn
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    after washing). Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, explosion, or fire. NOTE: This Kenmore Laundry Center operates on a 120-volt current. Therefore, you cannot operate the washer and the dryer at the same time. Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth to
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    care label directions when they are available. • If you use fabric softener sheets, use only ones labeled as dryer safe. Follow package instructions. • Remove the load from the dryer as soon as tumbling stops to reduce wrinkling. This is especially important for permanent press, knits, and synthetic
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    item completely• Foam rubber pillows are slow to dry. End of Cycle Signal Your dryer sounds a signal when a drying cycle is finished.This signal is helpful when . NOTE: Remove any hard water deposits using only cleaners labeled as washer safe. Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the
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    and into the basket. 11. Use masking tape to secure the washer lid and dryer door. Re-installing your laundry center 1. Follow the "Installation Instructions" to locate, level, and connect the laundry center. 2. Run the washer through a complete cycle with 1 scoop or capful of detergent to clean
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    TROUBLESHOOTING WASHER First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid the cost of a service call... Washer won't fill, rinse the drain hose with tape. The hose needs an air gap (see "Installation Instructions"). Washer makes noise • Is the load balanced and the laundry center level? The
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    reversed? Check to be sure the hot and cold water hoses are connected to the right faucets (see "Installation Instructions"). Load is tangled or twisted Bid you overload the washer? The wash load must be balanced and not overloaded. Loads should move freely during washing (see "Loading"). Did you
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    TROUBLESHOOTING DRYER First try the solutions suggested hers and possibly avoid the cost of a service call... Clothes are not drying or kinked? Replace with heavy metal or flexible metal vent. See your Installation Instructions. Has a fuse blown or a circuit breaker tripped? Has an air cycle
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    Sears Parts and Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 Anytime,day or night(U.S.A. only) www.sears.com Forthe replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals ) www.sears.ca HomeCentral® 3979331A ©Sears, Roebuck and Co. "rM SM . ® Registered Trademark / Trademark / Service Mark of Sears, Roebuck and
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®
24-1nch
Wide1120-Volt
LAUNDRY
CENTER
Washer-
Electric
Dryer
f
CENTRO
DE
LAVANDERIA
de 24 pulg. (61 cm) de ancho1120-Voltios
Lavadora
-
Secadora
el_ctrica
I_III,RI
II,,,I
iii
+,
\
3979331A
Sears
Roebuck
and Co., Hoffman
Estates,
IL 60179
U.S.A.
www.sears.com