Kenmore 3948598A - Manual (Page 12)

Typical Full Load Chart
Load
Type
Loading
Suggestion Load
Type
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Suggestion
Mixed 2 double or
Load 1 king size sheet
4 pillowcases
6 T-shirts
6 pair shorts
2 boy’s shirts
2 biouses
6 handkerchiefs
Heavy
Work
Clothes
2 pair work pants
3 work shirts
1 coverall
3 pair jeans
WASHER CARE
LUBRICATING
Every Kenmore Automatic Washer is thoroughly lubricated at the
time of assembly and should not require further lubrication under
normal operating conditions. In exceptional cases where
lubrication is required, the following guide Is provided.
Component Lubricant Application
Instructions
Gearcase SAE60
Non-Detergent,
Non-Foaming
Motor Oil Replace with 15 oz
(444 mL) of oil whenever
gearcase is repaired.
One pint (473.2 mL) cans
are available as Part
Number 350572.
Lower
Centerpost
Bearing Turbine Oil Use
V a oz
(7.4 mL) of
turbine oil (available in
pint cans), in the lower
centerpost bearing
before installing the
gearcase and
superstructure.
Rear Leveling
Link
Mechanism Lubriplate
630-2 Rub lightly on moving
parts as required.
Agitator Shaft &
Upper
Centerpost
Bearings
Turbine Oil Upon repair or
inspection, fill cavity
above centerpost
bearings with turbine oil.
NOTES:
■ Shut off hot and cold water outlets when washer is not in use.
■ Drain machine to avoid damage if washer will be subjected to
freezing temperatures.
Be sure the open end of the drain hose does not fall or drop
down lower than the water level in the machine. Water will siphon
out of washer if this happens.
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Unplug washer or disconnect power.
Coil power cord and tape to rear of washer.
Remove inlet hoses from faucets. Push them into washer. Do
not kink.
Remove wire form and push drain hose into washer. Do not
kink.
Tape lid closed.
Prop washer up about 4" (10.2 cm) on one or two corner
posts from shipping carton, remove spacers, and turn front
feet in flush with cabinet.
Push rear leveling legs up and tape securely.
Stuff a blanket between top of basket and washer lid except
in area of lid switch.
Washer is ready for shipping.
NOTE: When washer is reinstalled, use new hoses.
If you need an additional parts list, contact your local Sears store
or Sears Service Center. Make sure to furnish the complete
model number when ordering.
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