Kenmore 6012 User manual

Use & Care Guide

Manual de uso y cuidado

Guide d’Utilisation et d’Entretien

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Kenmore®

Electric or Gas Dryer

Secadora eléctrica o a gas

Sécheuse électrique ou à gaz

Models/Modelos/Modèles: 6012, 7012, C60122, 60222, 70222, C60222, C60242, 62332, 72332, C62332

P/N W10738930A

Sears Brands Management Corporation

Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

www.kenmore.com

www.sears.com

Sears Canada Inc.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2C3

www.sears.ca

DRYER SAFETY

IMPORTANT: When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer, remove the door.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DRYER SAFETY........................................................................... 2

CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM FOR GOOD AIR FLOW..... 4

USE AUTO DRY CYCLES FOR BETTER FABRIC CARE

AND ENERGY SAVINGS.......................................................... 4

CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES........................................ 5

CYCLE GUIDE............................................................................. 6

USING YOUR DRYER................................................................ 7

DRYER CARE............................................................................... 9

TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................11

PROTECTION AGREEMENTS`................................................13

WARRANTY...............................................................................13

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.....................................................40

CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM FOR GOOD AIR FLOW

USE AUTO DRY CYCLES FOR

BETTER FABRIC CARE AND ENERGY SAVINGS

Use the Auto Dry cycles to provide the most energy savings and enhanced fabric care from the dryer. During Auto Dry cycles,

drying air temperature and moisture level are sensed in the load. This sensing occurs throughout the drying cycle and the dryer

shuts o when the load reaches the selected dryness. Choose Normal cycle to save energy.

With Time Cycle, the dryer runs the amount of time set and sometimes results in shrinkage, wrinkling, and static due to over-drying.

Use Time Cycle for the occasional damp load that needs a little more drying time or when using the drying rack.

Maintain good air ow by:

n Cleaning your lint screen before each load.

n Replacing plastic or foil vent material with 4" (102 mm)

diameter heavy, rigid vent material.

n Using the shortest length of vent possible.

n Using no more than four 90° elbows in a vent system;

each bend and curve reduces air ow.

n Removing lint and debris from the exhaust hood.

n Removing lint from the entire length of the vent system

at least every 2 years. When cleaning is complete,

be sure to follow the Installation Instructions supplied

with your dryer for nal product check.

n Clearing away items from the front the dryer.

Good Air Flow

Along with heat, dryers require good air ow to eciently

dry laundry. Proper venting will reduce your drying times

and improve your energy savings. See Installation

Instructions.

The venting system attached to the dryer plays a big role

in good air ow.

Service calls caused by improper venting are not covered

by the warranty and will be paid by the customer, regardless

of who installed the dryer.

Good Better

Not all features and options are available on all models.

Appearance may vary.

CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES

DRYER CYCLE KNOB

Turn the knob to select a cycle for your laundry load.

See “Cycle Guide” for detailed descriptions of cycles.

Timed Dry

Will run the dryer for the specied time on the control.

On models with a selectable temperature knob, you may

choose a setting based on the fabrics in your load. Drying

time and temperature will depend on your dryer model.

Auto Dry

Auto Dry cycles give the best drying in the shortest time.

Drying time will vary based on fabric type, load size, and

dryness setting.

Air Only

Use the Air Only setting to dry foam, rubber, plastic,

or heat-sensitive fabrics.

Wrinkle Guard™ function (on some models)

When you are unable to remove a load of clothes

from the dryer as soon as it stops, wrinkles can form.

The WRINKLE GUARD™ function periodically tumbles,

rearranges, and us the load without heat to help keep

wrinkles from forming, for up to 40 minutes at the end

of a cycle.

12Dry Temp (on some models)

Select a drying temperature based on the fabrics in

your load. If you are unsure of the temperature to select

for a load, select the lower setting rather than the higher

setting. See “Cycle Guide.”

Cycle Signal/PUSH TO START

The Cycle Signal produces an audible sound when the drying

cycle is nished. On some models, this knob is combined with

the PUSH to START button. Promptly removing clothes at the

end of the cycle reduces wrinkling.

Turn the CYCLE SIGNAL knob to select the desired setting

(On or O). With combined buttons, press and hold the

CYCLE SIGNAL/PUSH to START button to start the dryer.

On models without the cycle signal, press the PUSH to START

button to start the dryer.

NOTE: During the Wrinkle Guard™ function and when

the Cycle Signal is on, the tone will sound every 5minutes

until the clothes are removed or the Wrinkle Guard™

function ends.

NOTE: If loads do not seem as dry as you would like, select More next time you dry a similar load. If loads seem drier than you like, select Less next

time you dry a similar load.

CYCLE GUIDE – AUTO DRY CYCLES

Not all cycles and settings are available on all models. Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle.

AUTO DRY – Senses moisture in the load or air temperature and shuts o when the load reaches the selected dryness level.

Depending on model, temperature may be selected on cycle knob or be a separate control. Choose Normal to save energy.

CYCLE GUIDE – TIMED DRY CYCLES

Not all cycles and settings are available on all models.

TIMED DRY – Will run the dryer for the specied time on the control. Depending on model, temperature may be selected on cycle

knob or be a separate control.

Setting the Drying Temperature

If your dryer has multiple temp settings:

A High Cotton temp setting may be used for drying heavyweight items such as towels and work clothes.

A Low Delicates or Medium Casual temp setting may be used for drying medium-weight items such as sheets, blouses, dresses,

underwear, permanent press fabrics, and some knits.

Use a Air Only (no heat) setting for foam, rubber, plastic, or heat-sensitive fabrics.

Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics.

NOTE: If you have questions about drying temperatures for various loads, refer to the care label directions.

Items to dry: Dry

Temp: Dryness

Level: Available

Options:

Cycle Details:

Jeans, heavy work

clothes, towels High Cotton More

Normal

Less

Cycle Signal

Dry Temp Automatic cycles give the best drying in the

shortest time. Drying time varies based on

load size, and dryness setting.

Select a drying temperature based on the

fabrics in your load. If you are unsure of the

temperature to select for a load, select the

lower setting rather than the higher setting.

Work clothes, medium

weight fabrics, sheets Medium Casual More

Normal

Less

Cycle Signal

Dry Temp

Casual, shirts, pants,

lightweight items,

synthetics, delicates,

athletic wear

Low Delicates More

Normal

Less

Cycle Signal

Dry Temp

Items to dry:

Cycle: Dry

Temp: Available

Options:

Cycle Details:

Any load Timed Dry Any Dry Temp Select a drying temperature based on the

fabrics in your load. If you are unsure of the

temperature to select for a load, select the

lower setting rather than the higher setting.

Any load Touch up Any N/A This is the last step in a cycle that uses

heat. The load is cooled slowly to reduce

wrinkling and make it easier to handle.

Use this cycle to smooth wear or packing

wrinkles.

Rubber, plastic, heat

sensitive fabrics Air Only No heat Time Adjustment Use a Air Only (no heat) setting for foam,

rubber, plastic, or heat-sensitive fabrics.

1. Clean the lint screen

Clean the lint screen before each load. Pull the lint screen out of

its holder. Roll lint o the screen with your ngers. Do not rinse or

wash screen to remove lint. Push the lint screen rmly back into

place. For additional cleaning information, see “Dryer Care.”

2. Load the dryer

Place laundry in the dryer. Close the door. Do not tightly pack

the dryer; clothes should be able to tumble freely.

NOTE: Your model may have a dierent door than the one

shown. Some models have drop down doors.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury

to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

before operating this appliance.

USING YOUR DRYER

6. Press and hold PUSH to START

to begin cycle

Press and hold the PUSH to START button to begin the cycle.

Promptly remove garments after cycle has completed to

reduce wrinkling. The Wrinkle Guard™ function at the end of

the cycle avoids wrinkling when you are unable to remove a load

from the dryer as soon as it stops.

4. Set temperature (on some models)

Turn the DRY TEMP knob to change the drying temperature

setting. See “Setting the Drying Temperature.”

3.Select the desired cycle

Select the desired cycle for your load. See the “Cycle Guide”

for more information about each cycle.

Auto Dry cycles

You can select a dierent dry level, depending on your load,

by turning the knob to More, Normal, or Less.

Selecting More, Normal, or Less automatically adjusts the

dryness level at which the dryer will shut o. Once a dry level

is set, it cannot be changed without stopping the cycle.

Auto Dry cycles give the best drying in the shortest time. Drying

time varies based on fabric type, load size, and dryness setting.

NOTE: More Dry removes more load moisture. Normal Dry is

used for a starting point for Auto Dry cycles. Choose normal

to save energy. Less Dry removes less moisture and is used for

loads you may want to put on a hanger to complete drying.

5. Select Cycle Signal, if desired

(on some models)

Turn the CYCLE SIGNAL knob to select the desired setting

(On or O). The Cycle Signal produces an audible sound when

the drying cycle is nished. Promptly removing clothes at the

end of the cycle reduces wrinkling.

NOTE: During the Wrinkle Guard™ function and if the Cycle

Signal is on, the tone will sound every 5minutes until the clothes

are removed, or the Wrinkle Guard™ function ends.

Appearance may vary.

DRYER CARE

Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would block

the air ow for proper dryer operation. This includes clearing

piles of laundry in front of the dryer.

Cleaning the lint screen

Every load cleaning

The lint screen is located in the dryer. A screen blocked

by lint can increase drying time.

To clean:

1. Pull the lint screen out of its holder. Roll lint o

the screen with your ngers. Do not rinse or wash

screen to remove lint.

2. Push the lint screen rmly back into place.

IMPORTANT:

n Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose, damaged,

blocked, or missing. Doing so can cause overheating and

damage to both the dryer and fabrics.

n If lint falls o the screen into the dryer during removal,

check the exhaust hood and remove the lint. See

“Venting Requirements” in the Installation Instructions.

As needed cleaning

Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can build up

on the lint screen. This buildup can cause longer drying times

for your clothes, or cause the dryer to stop before your load

is completely dry. The screen is probably clogged if lint falls

o while the screen is in the dryer.

Clean the lint screen with a nylon brush every 6 months,

or more frequently, if it becomes clogged due to a residue

buildup.

To wash:

1. Roll lint o the screen with your ngers.

2. Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water.

3. Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid detergent.

Scrub lint screen with the brush to remove residue buildup.

4. Rinse screen with hot water.

5. Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel. Reinstall

screen in dryer.

Cleaning the dryer interior

To clean dryer drum

1. Apply a liquid, nonammable household cleaner to the

stained area of the drum and rub with a soft cloth until

stain is removed.

2. Wipe drum thoroughly with a damp cloth.

3. Tumble a load of clean cloths or towels to dry the drum.

NOTE: Garments that contain loose dyes, such as denim blue

jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor the dryer

interior. These stains are not harmful to your dryer and will

not stain future loads of clothes. Dry these items inside out

to avoid drum staining.

Removing accumulated lint

From Inside the Dryer Cabinet

Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often,

depending on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done

by a qualied servicer.

From the Exhaust Vent

Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often,

depending on dryer usage.

Cleaning the dryer location

Changing the drum light (on some models)

1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.

2. Open the dryer door. Locate the light bulb cover on the

back wall of the dryer. Using a Phillips head screwdriver,

remove the screw located in the lower right-hand corner

of the cover. Remove the cover.

3. Turn bulb counterclockwise. Replace the bulb with

a 10-watt appliance bulb only. Replace the cover

and secure with the screw.

4. Plug in dryer or reconnect power.

Vacation, storage, and moving care

Non-Use or Storage Care

Operate your dryer only when you are at home. If you will

be on vacation or not using your dryer for an extended

period of time, you should:

1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.

2. (For gas dryers only): Close shut-o valve to gas

supply line.

3. Clean lint screen. See “Cleaning the Lint Screen.”

Moving Care

For power supply cord-connected dryers:

1. Unplug the power supply cord.

2. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.

3. Use tape to secure dryer door.

For direct-wired dryers:

1. Turn o power at fuse or breaker box.

2. Disconnect wiring.

3. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.

4. Use tape to secure dryer door.

For gas dryers:

1. Unplug or disconnect power to dryer.

2. Close shut-o valve to gas supply line and disconnect.

3. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.

4. Use tape to secure dryer door.

Reinstalling the Dryer

Follow the Installation Instructions to locate, level,

and connect the dryer.

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