Kenmore 600 Series Reviews
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★☆☆☆☆
“Not very Happy with Sears Kenmore products or services!”
Written on: 04/04/2013
I had bought 600 series washer and dryer 3 years ago paid extra for warrenty, the washer starting to make a loud noise when it stop from spinning, then it starting to leak we called Sears the warrenty went out on the machine March 16, 2013, the machine was only 3 years old. Sears was going to charge me $75 just to come out to look at the machine, I called another company to check out the machine there was a tear in the tub of the machine, it was made out of plastic and the breaks on the... (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“Nothing But Problems”
Written on: 02/04/2013 by unhappypurchase1
I purchased the Kenmore 600 Washer and Dryer in April, 2008. It is the washer that is a piece of junk. The dryer works just fine. The first two years the washer worked and then it has been nothing but problems. Thankfully I purchased the Master Protection Plan which in the end paid for all the headaches. The most recent problem is that it won't go into the spin cycle. Have to constantly turn the dial and open and close the lid to get it to engage when it does. Everything now requires... (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“Never again”
Written on: 29/10/2012
Never again willi buy another Kenmore appliance. This washer is horrible. It is very loud. The spin cycle never completes itself leaving the clothes still very wet, so my drying time is expanded. Will be selling even though I have only had it 1 1/2 years. Wasted money. (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“Avoid this machine”
Written on: 17/09/2012 by laundrydisaster
When this machine comes to the spin cycle it just hums but doesn't spin the water out of the clothes. It just sits there!!! Then the rinse cycle starts and it hasn't expelled the first wash water yet. You have to "open the lid and close it each time it goes to spin out to start the next cycle. If you miss it it just sits and hums . I had a repair man out "since it has done it since it was BRAND NEW....but it didn't do it while he was here so he fixed nothing....even though I told him what it... (read more)
★★★★★
“This washer has lasted me 12 years. Still going strong!”
Written on: 05/07/2012 by wtbsmom (1 review written)
It is a bit on the noisy side, but its a great washer and gets my clothes very clean. Its the first and only washer I've ever owned. I got it as a gift from my mom when I was 19 and I'm 31 now. I'll be selling it soon due to moving sadly, but its been a fantastic washer. The 600 dryer lasted me 10 years before it had to be replaced 2 years ago. (read more)
★★★★★
“Love my Kenmore set”
Written on: 23/11/2011 by mvschilling
I haven't had any of the problems that I am reading about and I bought it 2nd hand!! I would recommend it for sure (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“Bad Quality Kenmore 600 series”
Written on: 15/09/2011 by karlkeng
I bought this Kenmore 600 series 4 years ago and had given me series of problems so far: First off, the cycle knob broke. Luckily, the sales guy insisted that I have to buy warranty. Secondly, the timer broke after the warranty. Thirdly, I am currently having power intermittent problem on all cycles. The water level knob is stiff. The washer is noisy compared to my old washer. Looks like this machine gives me trouble annually. Can't use it right now due to current intermittent power problem. (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“What's american about sears? nothing!”
Written on: 16/06/2011
I have purchased the 600 series and have used it for exactly 12 months. The washer is loud, the spin leaves your clothes wet, The hot water never worked from day one. I have always had to wash in cold, thought it was my issue until I checked out other reviews. Today the water dumped into the washer without stopping flooding my house. When removing the hoses from the back of the washer there are small broken pieces in the opening like something has broken. This is cheap, cheap, cheap... (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“When I bought this machine it was supposed to be...”
Written on: 19/04/2011
When I bought this machine it was supposed to be quiet. This machine is so noisy, it actually knocks when it is washing. This machine shakes so bad and seems to be out of balance. I have had 3 repair men in and they find nothing wrong other than it is a floor problem. I have lived in this house over 40 years and this is the 1st machine to ever do this. The water doesn't get hot. When you put on hot you have lukewarm water. It just cost me $140.00 for a repair man to tell me there is... (read more)
★★★★★
“Cloths come out almost dry from washer which means...”
Written on: 14/02/2011
Cloths come out almost dry from washer which means less time in dryer. Am very satisfied with both washer & dryer.
I bought a more expensive washer & dryer and not as satisfied as with Kenmore 600 series.
Very easy to use.
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★★★☆☆
“1) The warm water option doesn't work. The water is...”
Written on: 06/12/2010
1) The warm water option doesn't work. The water is cool.
2) I have to run the spin cycle twice most of the time. It doesn't wring the water out of the wash very well.
3) I spoke to customer service and they claim that I'm probably not using the right load option. I tried it many ways and I'm still having the same problem. CS said if they send a service person to check it out and he doesn't find anything wrong they would charge me $150.
I had a Kenmore washer and dryer before for...
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★★☆☆☆
“First Complaint: Clothes washed on Normal, Gentle, &...”
Written on: 30/11/2010
First Complaint: Clothes washed on Normal, Gentle, & Delicate cycles were very wet after the completion of the spin cycle(s); water would run, as it would during the fill portion of the wash/rinse cycles, during the beginning of those three spin cycles. {which made no sense to me!?!} This greatly extended my drying times! Only the Heavy Duty cycle didn't have running water during the beginning of the spin cycle; allowing clothes to spin, as they should, to only a damp feel.
Second...
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★★★★☆
“I love my washer and dryer. I love that I can even...”
Written on: 06/10/2010
I love my washer and dryer. I love that I can even wash my comforters in them instead of going to a cleaners. They run good, get the job done good and I haven't had a problem yet. I'm not expecting a mute washer and dryer so I wouldn't say its loud- they obviously have to make noise. (read more)
★★☆☆☆
“My first two washers lasted me 20 years each (Kenmore...”
Written on: 30/08/2010
My first two washers lasted me 20 years each (Kenmore and KitchenAid. I now have a Kenmore 600, after having Sears take back the awful 800 that I purchased the month before. The 600 is better than the 800 as far as doing its job, however the agitator makes a very loud chunk-chunk noise. It is much louder the first 5 mins,then decreases in noise after that, but still louder than any washer I had before. They dryer is an 800 and sounds like there is a pair of shoes in it when running. I... (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“We will never buy Kenmore again. We've only had this...”
Written on: 10/08/2010
We will never buy Kenmore again. We've only had this washer and dryer less than 3 years. The timer on the washer broke and we had to pay about $150 to have it fixed (it happened after the 1 year warranty expired). The dryer was loud so we had someone come look at it recently and it was off-balance and we had to pay another $150 to fix the drum rollers. Now, the dryer isn't drying. We're getting rid of these and switching to LG dryers. I understand these aren't top of the line, but they... (read more)
★★★★★
“I haven't noticed any noise coming from the washer and...”
Written on: 03/08/2010
I haven't noticed any noise coming from the washer and dryer and I've had mine for over a year. They are installed in the bathroom right across from my bedroom. I would have returned them immediately if I had any problems. They come with a one year manufacturer warranty. I haven't had any problems. They run great! Even with big loads. I don't know if other people who reviewed this just got bad products or something. But if they were that loud or you had that many problems...why not... (read more)
★★★★★
“ The wife and I have owned a Kenmore w/d set for yrs....”
Written on: 27/06/2010
The wife and I have owned a Kenmore w/d set for yrs. When they finally gave out we bought the 600 series. We looked at all the front load models, but decided they were just way more than we wanted to spend. The 600 series was perfect. It had more than enough features cycles for us. Yes you can hear it wash clothes but it does not seem to be as loud as some have claimed hear.
In my opinion a lot of people here just don't seem to realize they didn't buy the high end set. This is a good...
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★★★☆☆
“Extremely LOUD! Each time I use it I think to myself,...”
Written on: 24/06/2010
Extremely LOUD! Each time I use it I think to myself, "is this normal" ? I hope I get a few years from it. My previous washer was a Maytag and it lasted 10 years. It made very minimal sound and washed well. Sadly, they don't make great washers anymore. Maybe this is why they encourage you to get the warranty for an extra $200+ , which is a rip off in my opinion. They should really include a (noise level) chart next to the price! (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“Worst purchase of my entire life! It CAN'T make warm...”
Written on: 03/05/2010
Worst purchase of my entire life! It CAN'T make warm water. I had a SEARS repairman out and he said it's the way it's made - the dials are for show. They're fobidden from changing thermostats and it doesn't help anyway. He said I was taking the news better than most people. I set a kitchen timer & start filling with cold (which comes out whether it's on cold, cool or warm), then move it to hot (which is scalding). If I forget, there's NO WAY to drain off some of the water and keep going. It... (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“My Kenmore 600 washer was installed last week. I ran...”
Written on: 19/04/2010
My Kenmore 600 washer was installed last week. I ran an empty load with just water and detergent first . . . noticed some flecks of enamel at the bottom but thought that was okay for first wash. I was wrong! My first real load resulted in half the enamel from the inside of the tub flaking off in small, medium, and large chunks - now at the bottom of the tub and in my clothes. I should have kept my 25 year old Lady Kenmore 90. I'm sure it's in the land fill by now. It's Sunday night,... (read more)
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★★☆☆☆
“I don't know what possesed me to buy another Kenmore...”
Written on: 26/03/2010
I don't know what possesed me to buy another Kenmore washer. The first one must have bent its spindle yet i was light loads. You cant get it balanced and shakes like a jackhammer.Then I bought the 600 series washer and dryer on sale. The dampness sensor on the dryer can't get pockets and collars completely dry. The washer when set on warm will rapidly turn the hot water on/off like a machine gun,continually jerking the hose and water line.When it's done,the water in the tub is still cold.I'm... (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“Kenmore Model 600. The noisist washer I have ever...”
Written on: 28/01/2010
Kenmore Model 600. The noisist washer I have ever heard "Chug Chug". This is the second washed. Replaced 1st after 2 weeks. Sears Replaced the Transmission in the first one and still noisy so got a second. It is awful. Had Maytag before. Don't know what to do. Eric (read more)
★★☆☆☆
“I have had Kenmore appliances for over 30 years. I...”
Written on: 23/12/2009
I have had Kenmore appliances for over 30 years. I just bought and had delivered a new 600 series dryer two days ago and have used it twice. Today when I opened the door during the drying cycle, it tripped the circuit breaker. I reset the breaker and it came back on, but as soon as I opened the door again, it tripped the breaker again. I called repair - one week to get someone out to look at it. It's Christmas time and I have a house full of company coming! Called the store to get a... (read more)
★★★☆☆
“Bought the Kenmore 600 washer. Dropped dead just under...”
Written on: 16/12/2009
Bought the Kenmore 600 washer. Dropped dead just under a year with bad transmisssion. Yep was was making a noise and oil smell before.
Sears repairman replaced the transmission and no problems now.
Obviously there were several units with bad transmissions got shipped out.
According to what I heard today, Whirlpool bought kenmore maytag and a bunch of others, Also Samsung or somebody bought the rest.
So the brand names don't mean anything anymore, all made by same people.
The idea if...
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★☆☆☆☆
“I've had this kenmore 600 series washing machine for 2...”
Written on: 21/10/2009
I've had this kenmore 600 series washing machine for 2 years. Replaced after my 20 year whirlpool. (I think it was repaired only once.) Anywho, this thing is SO DAMM LOUD!!!! It has been that way since day one. Leveleling it does NOTHING! Which sears should have done when they dropped it off..... Just now, I could hear it banging and literally jumping off the cement floor way upstairs. Does the trick but expecting to replace soon. Cant fit the cool front loaders, or I would have... (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“Bought a Kenmore Series 600 washing machine...it's...”
Written on: 09/09/2009
Bought a Kenmore Series 600 washing machine...it's noisy and smells after a wash and now after only 23 months we smell oil burning.....I will never buy a Kenmore...washer again.
It costs $300 labor plus parts to repair so cheaper to buy a new one......I will not buy a Kenmore unless I get it for FREE....
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★☆☆☆☆
“Bought a Kenmore Series 600 washing machine...it's...”
Written on: 29/08/2009
Bought a Kenmore Series 600 washing machine...it's noisy and smells after a wash and now after only 23 months we smell oil burning.....I will never buy a Kenmore...washer again. (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“We have had this kenmore 600 series machine for about...”
Written on: 26/08/2009
We have had this kenmore 600 series machine for about two years. It washes well, but recently we have noticed a bit of oil coming from the washing machine. Upon researching this further, it appears to be a problem with the transmission, meaning a costly repair, which is not covered by warranty since we didn't buy any thing more than the standard one year, or simply getting a new washer. It was definitely not worth the money, and I am very disappointed in the Kenmore name. (read more)
★★★★★
“This washing machine is great in my opinion. It can...”
Written on: 20/08/2009
This washing machine is great in my opinion. It can wash big loads with no trouble. It has 4 dials for you to set each load to which is absolutely amazing. You have numerous choices for water temp, water levels, 1 or two rinse cycles, and then the many washing cycle options.
It isn't a silent machine however it doesn't sound like a train or a plain as some refer it to.
I am selling my machine because we have bought a new home and i was suprised to hear that the machine had such a poor...
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☆☆☆☆☆
“I bought the Kenmore 600 washer and dryer as a set to...”
Written on: 28/06/2009 by sandis (1 review written)
I bought the Kenmore 600 washer and dryer as a set to replace a set of 10 year old Maytags (bearing went out in the washer). I have now suffered through 18 months of the noisy monster of a washer. it is totally riduclous! You can hear it from the front yard!!
Right after we bought it, we had Sears come out because it was leaking a lttle bit of water on the floor every time we used it. They said something was wrong with the transmission and they replaced it.
I thought i had the...
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★☆☆☆☆
“Kenmore 600 Series cold water does not flow at all....”
Written on: 21/06/2009 by mbeaman953 (1 review written)
Kenmore 600 Series cold water does not flow at all. keep clearing it out about once a month or more (read more)
☆☆☆☆☆
“We boght a Kenmore 600 series just 2 years ago when we...”
Written on: 15/06/2009 by Grimes (1 review written)
We boght a Kenmore 600 series just 2 years ago when we built our house. after just a year the rinse cycle would come on and stay on! If we left the wash on in the morning expecting it to be done when we returned from work - we'd come home to hear constant water running into the machine. The water obviously evactuates too, but the water will run until you physically turn the selector switch. Now with just 2 years in, the dryer started making a smell of something burning and the drum just... (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“This Kenmore series 600 washing machine is just junk....”
Written on: 08/06/2009 by littleelmman (1 review written)
This Kenmore series 600 washing machine is just junk. I'm surprised that Sears sells such a low quality appliance when it stresses customer service and satisfaction. This thing clunks, clangs, and finally it just quit . We've owned the washer for eighteen months. I will never, never purchase an appliance from Sears and will start a word of mouth campaign against Kenmore and Sears. I've been a Sears customer for over thirty -five years and this is a sad ending to what once was a valued... (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“My Kenmore 600 series washer is rubbish!!! You can't...”
Written on: 23/05/2009
My Kenmore 600 series washer is rubbish!!! You can't balance it,
it klunks and jumps. I have been a homemaker for 36 years and have never been this disappointed in an appliance. It's extremely noisy, I don't just mean loud. It makes clunking sounds, scraping sounds, clicking sounds, but it does go through all the cycles to fill and empty. I may just have a lemon, but afer paying for the washer I dont want to be ripped for a service call also.
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★☆☆☆☆
“The occasional off balance banging when the Kenmore...”
Written on: 17/05/2009 by Liese (1 review written)
The occasional off balance banging when the Kenmore 600 Series washing machine is spinning is so loud you can hear in throught the sound proof laundry room. This banging prompted a service call and I was told for the low cost of $75 that there is nothing they can do about it.
The liquid bleach holder lets bleach trickle all over the clothes. Better to add bleach while the water is filling then put the clothes in.
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★☆☆☆☆
“I bought the Kenmore 600 series washer about 2 years...”
Written on: 27/04/2009
I bought the Kenmore 600 series washer about 2 years ago. The loud "banging" noise has been there since day one. It is so loud I can hear it throughout the house even though I have the laundry room door closed. It is annoying enough I am definitely going to rid myself of this machine even if I give it to the Salvation Army. (read more)
★★★★★
“My GE wore out after 10 years so I needed a new washer...”
Written on: 23/03/2009 by dddda
My GE wore out after 10 years so I needed a new washer QUICK...we have a family of 5 and the clothes are piling up all over the house...I didn't care what kind it was I was looking at the price and there it was....282.00....WOW a Kenmore 600 for under 300.00? Brought it home and the HUGE basket holds 2x's the clothes my old "heavy duty" GE held....I can wash clothes in half the time and they come out CLEAN and smelling GREAT!! I've been washing clothes for 3 days straight and so far it's... (read more)
★★☆☆☆
“When agitating, not during spin cycle this machine can...”
Written on: 20/02/2009 by kilby1 (1 review written)
When agitating, not during spin cycle this machine can be heard "banging" from all over the house, have never heard any washer do this. Salesman said he has heard "comments" on the noise but knew nothing else. Talking to Sears Canada they knew nothing as well. Just bought the three year "total" warranty so as to not worry every time it's on. Washes well, but the banging is too much. (read more)
★★★★★
“Kenmore 600 Series- People here saying this machine is...”
Written on: 19/01/2009 by twincam88
Kenmore 600 Series- People here saying this machine is noisy are crazy. They must be expecting complete silence when the machine is running. I just bought a brand new Kenmore 600 washer, hooked it up, threw some clothes in it, set it and let it go. It ran VERY quiet I thought, even the spin. The most noise it made was when it transitioned between cycles, but they ALL make a little click when they do that. Overall, this is a very nice machine and I'm quite happy with it. I would definitely... (read more)
★★★★☆
“Luckily, I didn't go by the negative ratings/comments...”
Written on: 15/01/2009
Luckily, I didn't go by the negative ratings/comments on this site with regards to this washer, as I would have missed out on a great washer. I landed a smokin deal at sears of a price of $389. People are saying it is loud/noisy... um, it's a washer with moving mechanical parts.....
Great washer!
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★★★★☆
“I was worried about buying this Kenmore 600 Series...”
Written on: 07/01/2009 by stacyk (1 review written)
I was worried about buying this Kenmore 600 Series after reading the previous reviews. Others claim machine is very noisy. My machine is not that noisy. It makes a little noise while washing, but not a whole lot. It was very noisy and loud at first, and then I leveled the machine, because the back was 1 inch lower then the front of the machine causing the load to be out of balance. It was real easy to level with the self leveling legs, and is now quite quiet. I love my new machine. It... (read more)
★★★★☆
“Ive had this Kenmore 600 Series for a while now and...”
Written on: 05/01/2009 by kbngso
Ive had this Kenmore 600 Series for a while now and have had no problems. I bought my set at sears and the only problem i had was the dryer was smashed in when i got it home and opened it up like something had been dropped on top of it. No problem though just called sears up ,bitched till they gave me a discount and then they gave me another one. I don't do laundry thats why i have a wife, but she likes them too! You gotta keep in mind on these review websites, No one ever writes good... (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“My Kenmore 600 is so noisy it to the point I think it...”
Written on: 28/12/2008 by ladyntn (1 review written)
My Kenmore 600 is so noisy it to the point I think it is going to break down any moment, and I just bought it. I would not recommend it to no one and wish I had done some research before I bought it. Wish I could return the thing! (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“I definitely do not recommend people to buy a Kenmore...”
Written on: 05/12/2008 by alcla (1 review written)
I definitely do not recommend people to buy a Kenmore 600 Series appliance.
It is noisy, spinning cycle is lousy, no warm water can be obtained and it is too expensive for what you get.
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★☆☆☆☆
“Purchased Kenmore 600 Series washer for daughter in...”
Written on: 29/11/2008
Purchased Kenmore 600 Series washer for daughter in June '08. Sears installers damage it.. later replaced with model 600 washer. (Another day waiting on delivery.) Now visiting daughter for Thanksgiving & find this Sears washer is shaking violently on spin cycle. Rebalancing load had no affect. Ran it empty.. just water.. same problem.. such extreme shaking, it is walking across the wash room floor & stressing the water hoses . The tub inside can be shifted 4 inches from side to... (read more)
★★☆☆☆
“I do not like the Kenmore 600 Series. Bought this...”
Written on: 29/10/2008
I do not like the Kenmore 600 Series. Bought this only 6 months ago, already had to have a new water temperature switch put in because water temp. was always wrong. Clunking noises, just a very noisy machine. It is always off balance, bouncing around. I wish I would have returned this and got something else. (read more)
★★☆☆☆
“If I had the choice again, I would shop around and...”
Written on: 26/10/2008
If I had the choice again, I would shop around and doubt I would buy a Kenmore 600 Series again. It is very noisy. If you don't do your laundry while there is a person sleeping in the house, it's an okay buy. (read more)
★★★☆☆
“This Kenmore 600 machine should have 3 types of...”
Written on: 03/09/2008
This Kenmore 600 machine should have 3 types of agitation; base and leaves go left and right or clockwise and the central column goes up and down. I cannot see the column going up and down even when I use the highest water level and the heavy duty cycle. Has anyone see the column move up and down? You can peek under the lid to see this. (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“Bought Kenmore 600 Machine new 5/12/08, had it...”
Written on: 16/06/2008
Bought Kenmore 600 Machine new 5/12/08, had it replaced less than a week later because of inconsistent water temperature output. I have been given the run around by Sears that the part needed (water temperture regulatory switch) is on backorder until July 7TH! I never know what water temperature I will get. The machine sends whatever temperature it wants. Washer is supposed to have ALL COLD rinses, but almost always, I receive HOT RINSES. Sometimes temperature is correct. (read more)
★★★★☆
“I have had this Kenmore 600 Series washer for over a...”
Written on: 30/05/2008
I have had this Kenmore 600 Series washer for over a month. I has what we need and should suit the needs of a large family. Has a lot of features, but not so many as get a bit silly. A good machine for the price. I think it was a good purchase and would do it again. Much better than my GE model that I previously had. (read more)
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