Media Contact Eileen Earley Zeno for Kenmore 312-396-9796
[email protected] Kenmore Elite® 5.0 cu. ft. and 5.1cu. ft, SteamCare™ Washers with Time Manager Kenmore Elite 8.0 cu. ft. Steam Refresh™ Dryers PRODUCT FACTS Design Highlights – Washer and Dryer Kenmore is making a bold move and setting home color trends with two new colors – Lemongrass and Blackberry, which look great in a laundry room anywhere in the home. Combining capacity, technology and elegant style, these pairs give clothes the smartest care ever. The line has two different styles of break-through controls: - LCD touch screen controls offer interface technology akin to the latest smart phones or navigation system with full-color icons and animation that puts the right cycle just a tap away. - Smooth Touch controls offer a smooth, sleek and more seamless console design. The Chrome knob features a unique blue LED ring that adds a touch of modern sophistication. Optional drawer pedestal (sold separately) raises the washer for easy loading/ unloading and provides a convenient place to store detergent and accessories. Reversible Doors on the washer and dryer allow you to adjust the door swing direction to best accommodate your laundry room configurations, making the laundry process easier.
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Washer Features Time Savings - The Time Manager option allows consumers to customize the cycle time to their needs so they can wash a load in less time. 1 - Extra-large 5.0 cu. ft. IEC capacity Smooth Touch 1 washer and 5.1 cu. ft. IEC capacity LCD washer effectively clean large and bulky loads. - Express Wash helps you wash a load fast when you’re 2 short on time . Eco Efficiency ® - ENERGY STAR qualified. - The Cold Clean™ cycle uses cold water to deliver effective cleaning while using less energy than a warmwater cycle. Great Cleaning and Quiet Operation - SteamCare™ Technology offers 6 different steam cycles to help relax the grip of stains and reduce wrinkles. - NSF-certified Express Sanitize cycle keeps you confident clothes will be fresh and ready to wear. - Vibration Guard™ helps ensure smooth, quiet washer performance.
Equivalent volume for 5.0 cu. ft. and 5.1 cu. ft. per IEC International Standard, 4th edition, based on DOE measurement. Based on a 3-lb., lightly-soiled load.
Gentle Care - Smart Motion™ Technology offers up to 8 unique wash motions that are custom-combined to give just the right amount of custom cleaning and care for each fabric type.
Dryer Features Huge Capacity - Extra-large 8.0 cu.ft dryer capacity handles large bulky loads. - Express Dry helps you dry a load fast when you’re short 2 on time . Gentle Care - Steam Refresh™ refreshes clothes in the dryer by relaxing wrinkles without ironing or re-washing. - Dual Sensors continuously monitor the moisture content in clothes during the cycle and adjusts the temperature and time accordingly to protect clothes from over-drying. - Soft heat helps prevent fabric damage and over drying. - Allergen Cycle is designed to reach a high temperature for a certain amount of time to help you fight common household allergens – a great option for everything from clothing to bedding. ® - Wrinkle Guard intermittently tumbles the load to prevent wrinkles. Laundry Conveniences - The Check Vent feature helps to provide a reminder to check the venting for proper dryer air flow operation Available Models: 1 Smooth Touch 5.0 IEC cu. ft. Washer : MSRP $1399/1499 (41102 white, 41101 lemongrass, 41100 blackberry) 1 LCD 5.1 IEC cu. ft. Washer : MSRP $1799/1899 (44132 white, 44131 lemongrass, 44130 blackberry) Smooth Touch 8.0 cu. ft. Dryer: MSRP $1399/1499 (9/81102 white, 9/81101 lemongrass, 9/81100 blackberry) LCD 8.0 cu. ft. Dryer: MSRP $1799/1899 (9/84132 white, 9/84131 lemongrass, 9/84130 blackberry)