Kenmore 49679 User Manual

Designed to use only HE High
Efficiency Detergent
Front-Loading Automatic Washer
Use & Care Guide
Code n° : DC68-03289C Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2C3 www.sears.ca
ENGLISH
Models 49699
49683
49679
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Kenmore 49679 Specifications

General

Brand	Kenmore
Model	49679
Category	Washer
Language	English

Summary

KENMORE ELITE® WASHER WARRANTY

Warranty Restriction

Lists items not covered by warranty, such as expendable items and misuse.

Warranty Service

Information on how to obtain warranty service by phone.

WASHER SAFETY

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Detailed safety precautions to reduce risks like fire, electric shock, and injury.

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Tools and Parts for Installation

Lists tools and parts supplied or needed for washer installation.

Location Requirements

Installation Clearances

Specific spacing requirements around the washer for proper installation.

Drain System

Standpipe, Laundry Tub, and Floor Drain Methods

Electrical Requirements

Grounding Instructions and Warnings

Procedures and warnings for safely grounding the washer.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Remove Transport System

Connect the Inlet Hoses

Route the Drain Hose

Drain Hose Routing Methods

Secure the Drain Hose

Level the Washer

Leveling the Washer

WASHER USE

Control Panel Overview

Starting Your Washer

First Wash Cycle and Operation Notes

Recommended initial cycle and important notes for starting the washer.

Choosing the Right Detergent

Using Proper HE Detergents

Recommendations for HE detergents and warnings against regular ones.

To Fill Dispenser Compartments

Dispenser Operation and Compartments

Changing Cycles, Options, and Status

Pausing, Canceling, and Modifying Cycles

Child Lock Feature

Wash Cycle Information

Cycle Management and Features

Wash Cycles Overview

Introduction to the available wash cycles for different models.

Preset Cycle Settings (Model 49699)

Preset Cycle Settings (Model 49683)

Preset Cycle Settings (Model 49679)

Cycle Settings Reference

Options and Temperature Selection

Temperature Selection Button

Spin and Soil Level Selection

Spin Speed Selection

Soil Level Selection

Cycle Options and Guides

Select Cycle Options

Stain Removal Guide

WASHER CARE

Cleaning the Door Seal/Bellow

Water Inlet Hose Care and Storage

Water Inlet Hose Maintenance

Vacation, Storage, and Moving Care

Washer Reinstallation

Transporting and Reinstalling the Washer

TROUBLESHOOTING

Error Codes and Component Issues

Troubleshooting specific error codes and component problems.

Noise, Vibration, and Leveling

Common causes and solutions for noise, vibration, and ensuring the washer is level.

Troubleshooting Washer Operation

Door Unlock and Start Issues

Troubleshooting why the door won't unlock or the washer won't start.

Water Supply and Dispenser Issues

Resolving problems related to water supply and detergent dispenser.

Troubleshooting Washer Behavior

Washer Movement and Operation Issues

Addressing vibration, stopping, incorrect water temperature, and door lock problems.

Load Wetness and Suds Management

Solutions for loads being too wet, leaks, and excessive suds.