Kenmore 4031 Support Question
Kenmore 4031 Support Question
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Question posted by aembree on October 26th, 2011
Does This Washer Need To Be Installed On A Concrete Or Re-inforced Floor?
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Use and Care Guide - Page 2
...INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Key Dimensions and Specifications 7 Choose the Proper Location 7
Flooring
7
Clearances
7
INSTALLATION...Washer
11
Installation of non-skid pads (optional 11
HOW TO USE
Control Panel Features
12
Operating the Washer
13
Cycle Guide
14
Sorting Wash Loads...* includes:
• Parts and labor needed to schedule service. Phone support from coverage...
Use and Care Guide - Page 3
... flow from children.
• Always check the inside .
• Do not install or store the washer where it will release any service be performed by a qualified individual.
• See Installation Instructions for such a period, before loading laundry. ltii/
To reduce the risk of the washer or attempt any servicing other flammable or explosive substances to persons...
Use and Care Guide - Page 4
... any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the outlet. Before loading, unloading, or adding items, push in humid spaces. Failure to follow these warnings ...needed to follow this warning can cause serious leak damage.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do so can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. Install washer on a solid floor...
Use and Care Guide - Page 5
...connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in serious personal injuries.
• Keep laundry products out of electric shock. Check with these warnings could result in risk of children...the appliance is properly installed and grounded in the washer. Failure to comply with the appliance. If it does not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by providing a path...
Use and Care Guide - Page 6
...DBPENSER There are adjusted and locked in place using the adjusting wrench included with the washer.
Keep for prewash (not used on uneven floors. See page 8. DIRECT-DRIVE MOTOR The direct-drive motor provides improved performance and ...securing drain hose J
6
Rear of the wash load to improve washer stability on this model) main wash, liquid bleach, and liquid fabric softener.
Use and Care Guide - Page 7
...
Description Rated Voltage/Frequency Dimensions
Net Weight
Front-Loading Washer 120 VAC @ 60 Hz. 27" (W) X 293/4'' (D) X 3811/16'' (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 the door.
• To minimize noise and vibration, the washer MUST be installed on a solidly constructed floor. Failure to follow this warning can cause...
Use and Care Guide - Page 8
... below. If you must be removed before moving the washer into its final position.
•These bolts and retainers MUST be installed when transporting the washer. Starting with the bottom 2 shipping bolts, use . Locate the four hole caps included in the accessory pack and install them in place. To prevent damage to internal components...
Use and Care Guide - Page 9
... valve and could cause leaks. Subsequent damage to cross-thread the hose fittings since this laundry product.
Tighten the fittings securely. Damage to fit or function correctly. Inspect the threaded ... to water inlet
on the back of the washer can result.
CONNECTING THE WATER LINES
• IMPORTANT: Use new hoses when installing the washer. Attach the blue, cold water line to ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 10
...H52o1s5eEERx2t0e0n2siKon 1
Option 1" Standpipe
f
Elbow Bracket
Option 2: Laundry Tub
Ilii Elbow Bracket
Tie Strap
Drain Hose
The elbow bracket should be installed near the end of the drain hose.
grounded 3-prong... washer.
•The drain hose should be plugged into the floor drain. Secure the hose to the inside of the washer. Plug in flooding and property damage.
• Do not install ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 11
... the water and drain lines. If these conditions are installing the washer on the floor during heavy out of the non-skid pads. Non-...floor is normal for more than necessary can result from getting out of laundry in firm contact with the pan. NOTE: If a drip pan must be fully retracted. Once the washer is properly level, run the washer with a test load: place a medium-sized load...
Use and Care Guide - Page 12
... information. To protect your fabrics, not all settings are allowed in the display. If the washer is too high.
_! See pages 16 -17 for a complete description. See chart on...PAUSE BUTTON
_ DISPENSER
Press this button to turn the washer ON.
NOTE: Pressing the POWER button during a cycle will cancel that cycle and any load settings will be lost. NOTE : Not all cycle ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 13
... on page 20 (Stain Treat, 2nd Rinse, Control Lock, Auto Soak, Clean Washer and Delay Start). O BEGIN CYCLE Press the START/PAUSE button to turn ON the washer. This can be shown. Refer to page 15. OPERATING THE WASHER
O SORT LAUNDRY AND LOAD WASHER Refer to page 12.
©
Stain Treat
©
2 "d Rinse
©
Auto Soak...
Use and Care Guide - Page 14
... Clean
Small loads of the wash cycle.
CYCLE GUIDE
The cycle guide below the default setting for each cycle.
NOTE: The washer automatically adjusts the wash time for each cycle. Allowable modifier adjustments are shown below shows the default settings, available options and recommended fabric types for the amount of laundry, water pressure...
Use and Care Guide - Page 15
...;F)
(30°C/85°F)
A
Any bleach
Only non-chlorine bleach
(when needed)
(when needed)
Do not bleach
Grouping Similar Items
For the best washing results and to reduce...load with heavily soiled clothes could result in the laundry process. lint producer - terrycloth towels)
Loading the Washer
• Check all pockets to the more than half of the total wash load.
• The washer...
Use and Care Guide - Page 16
...can result in detergent buildup in clothing and the washer. Using too much fabric softener may be dispensed ... liquid chlorine bleach, which will need to be manually cleaned out. Either powdered...Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto the load or into the drum.
16 Either powdered or ... compartment holds laundry detergent for
main wash.
Never exceed the manufacturer's recommendations ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 17
... fewer suds, dissolve more efficiently to improve washing and rinsing performance, and help to keep the interior of your washer clean.
O Load the laundry products into the appropriate compartments. IMPORTANT: Do not place or store laundry products, such as HE-COMPATIBLE may cause oversudsing and unsatisfactory performance which could result in the machine. HE...
Use and Care Guide - Page 20
... optimum stain removal. The washer will start of detergent residue can occur in
...... SPECIAL FUNCTIONS CONTROLLOCK
NOTE: To protect your individual needs.
_to_!
STAIN TREAT
need improved stain treatment.
O ....
De ay S a
increases the delay time by one hour, for cleaning front load washers. mildewy or musty smell. This
option is not pressed within 4
must be turned ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 21
...they can damage the surface.
Run the CLEAN WASHER cycle once a month, or more often if needed, to wipe around the washer door opening, door seat, and door glass... bleachdirectlyintothe wash drum.) - If mildew or mustysmell alreadyexists, run
washer through a completecycle usinga small amount of detergent.Do not add laundry! Use a descater, such as this wilt damage the gasket....
Use and Care Guide - Page 24
... to drain properly, unplug the washer and allow the water to empty your container several times.
Open the drain pump filter access panel.... the cover panel when finished.
24
MAINTENANCE (cont.) Cleaning the Drain Pump Filter Your Washer is a large amount of the drain hose into a shallow pan or a floor drain. NOTE: If there is equipped with a filter that helps prevent excess lint and...
Use and Care Guide - Page 25
... How to detect and diagnose problems at all leveling feet are resting firmly and evenly on the floor. Splashing: Clothes tumbling in the Installation Requirements on page 11.
Wash load may produce a thumping sound. See Leveling the Washer in the drum. House drain pipes are normal.
Unclog drain pipe. Contact a plumber if necessary. They...
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