Kenmore Elite Oasis Agitator 4.5 cu. ft. Capacity Top-Load Washer —

As others have stated, I was very hesitant to buy ANY washer with negative reviews on every single model of every single brand. I really wanted to find one with completely mechanical controls, but we are in the electronic age and that wasnt' possible. The Sears warranty and extended warranty were big factors in my choice --- replacement with a different model being an option. I've had this set for 6 months and have had absolutely NO problems. You CAN stop and start the washer without it emptying. READ THE INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY and consult them when in doubt. I've had no problem opening the washer as directed in the manual to add things or to change the cycle. This washer has a very large capacity, much larger than my similarly-sized old model. It uses less water, too, as I've kept track of that. The catalyst cleaning (stain treat) option is wonderful. With or without that option, everything we wash comes out noticeably cleaner than with our former washer. Even my teen daughter commented on the cleaner clothes. I've had no error messages at all. I've washed all sort of clothes, a floor mat, and dog crate pads without anything becoming unbalanced. If you measure the detergent properly then there's no problem with excess suds. I use Arm & Hammer liquid detergent -- the same as with my old machine, but with tremendously cleaner clothes from this machine. I did go ahead with the extended warranty due to the cost of control panel replacement that I've experienced with an oven. I love the fact that if the thing gets fried due to a power surge or electrical storm it's still covered under the warranty. As others have said, be assured that if any problem arises I'll post it here. But so far this is the best washer I've owned in 30 years.

Kenmore Elite Oasis Agitator 4.5 cu. ft. Capacity Top-Load Washer

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Posted on Jan 04, 2009

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ENERGY STAR® qualified appliance.
Brand Name	Kenmore Elite
Product Name	Oasis Agitator 4.5 cu. ft. Capacity Top-Load Washer
Maintenance Agreement	Available
Model Number	02628032000
MPN	2803
Overall Color	White
Tags	Capacity:Interior Size (Washer):4.5 cu. ft. Cleaning:Advanced Technology:Catalyst Cleaning Action™ Cleaning:Max. Spin Speed:1000 rpm Cleaning:Wash Motion:Total Care® Flex Agitator Cleaning:Water Levels:5 Cleaning:Water Temperatures:5 (3 w/ATC) Color:Control Panel:White Color:Overall Color:White Color:Tub Basket:Stainless steel Convenience Features:Add A Garment:Yes Convenience Features:Control Lockout:Yes Convenience Features:Cycle Status Lights:Yes Convenience Features:End Of Cycle Signal:Yes Convenience Features:Estimated Time Remaining Display:Yes Convenience Features:Quiet Package:Quiet Pak™ II sound insulation Cycle Options:Delay Wash:Yes, up to 8 hours Cycle Options:Energy Saver:No Cycle Options:Extra Rinse:Yes Cycle Options:Prewash:No Cycle Options:Stain Treatment:Yes Dispensers:Bleach Dispenser:Timed Bleach™ Dispenser Dispensers:Detergent Dispenser:Yes Dispensers:Fabric Softener Dispenser:Yes Dispensers:Prewash Detergent Dispenser:Yes Durability:Leveling Legs:Yes Durability:Load Balancer:Yes Durability:Motor Spin Speeds:Variable Durability:Top And Lid Material:Porcelain Durability:Wash Basket Material:Stainless steel Efficiency:Energy Star Compliant:Yes Efficiency:Kilowatt Hrs. Per Year:500 General Features:Controls:Electronic General Features:Depth With Door Closed:27 in. General Features:Fill And Drain Hoses Included:Yes General Features:General Warranty:1 year parts and labor General Features:Item Weight:165.0 lbs. General Features:Maximum Width:27-1/2 in. General Features:Power Cord Included:Yes Special Cycles:Custom Program:No Special Cycles:Express Wash:No Special Cycles:Handwash:No Special Cycles:Large Items:No Special Cycles:Sanitary:No Special Cycles:Silk:No Special Cycles:Unique Or Exclusive:No Special Cycles:Wool:No Standard Cycles:Delicate:Yes Standard Cycles:Heavy Duty:Yes Standard Cycles:Normal:Yes Standard Cycles:Permanent Press:No Standard Cycles:Soak:No Standard Cycles:Whites:Whitest Whites

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