How to Troubleshoot the Rinse in a Kenmore 70

Laundry heaps up when your washing machine doesn't work properly.

Kenmore appliances first appeared when their wringer washers hit the market in 1927. Since then, Kenmore has made numerous washing machines, including the Kenmore 70 series. When washing machine technology changes, so do the problems associated with them. When your washer acts up, there are several problems you can diagnose and take care of yourself. Tackling the troubleshooting is a DIY project that will save you both time and money.

Instructions

1. Inspect the fill hoses. The hoses are located on the back of the washing machine. Ensure that the hoses are not kinked. If the hoses are kinked, that will restrict water flow and alter the temperature for the rinse cycle and give you inadequate rinse results. Temperature variations can prevent suds from rinsing out or may damage items in the load.

2. Check the faucets. Ensure that the faucets are both turned on completely. If the faucets are not on completely, the rinse temperature won’t be accurate. This can affect the ability of the machine to rinse the load.

3. Check the detergent. Follow the directions provided by the manufacturer for the amount of detergent to use, given the size of the load and the hardness of your water. Both of these factors contribute to the ability of the rinse cycle to remove the suds. Consider switching brands or using liquid detergent instead of dry.

4. Check the load. Do not overload the machine. If the machine is overloaded, it will be unable to adequately rinse out the laundry. Reset the washer to rinse the load again. You may need to remove some of the laundry before you do that.

5. Smell the load and the washing machine. Rinse loads immediately to avoid odors. Use 1 cup of vinegar when rinsing items to remove odors.

Tips & Warnings

• Keep the serial number and model number with your records in case you need to call for service.

• Have your owner’s manual handy while you work with the washing machine.

• Shut off the water supply and the power supply before attempting any repairs to the washer.

References

• ManageMyLife: Kenmore Automatic Washers - Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions