Kenmore 11627515701, 11627515700, 11627514701 Owner’s Manual
Owner's Manual
®
Vacuum Cleaner
Model I16.27514
116.27515
IMPORTANT
Before returning this product-
Sears Parts and Repair Center
(1-800-488-1222)
Anytime, day or night
(UoS,A, only)
For a_p_y_oiberissue co_Qtact.:
Vacuum Cleaner Help Line
(1=877-531-7321)
8:00am-5:00pm EST, M-F
(US.A_ and Canada) --.-.
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
safety and operating
instructions before first
use of this product.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
wwwosears.com
Part No. CO1ZDDY20UO0-KCO1ZDDYZOUO
Printed in Mexico
Before Using Your New
Vacuum Cleaner ................ 2
KenmoreVacuum CteanerWarranty .. 3
Important Safety Instructions ......... 4
Parts and Features ................ 5_6
Assembly Instructions ........ 7-8
Pet PowerMate _ Storage ............ 8
Operating Instructions ............. 9
How to Start ....................... 9
Vacuuming Tips ................. 10
Suggested Pile Height Settings ......... t t
Attachments .................... 1t
Attachment Use Table ................ 12
Performance Features ........... 12-13
How Your Vacuum Cleaner Works ..... 14
Please read this guide, It will help you assemble and operate your new Kenmore vacuum
cleaner in the safest and most effective way
Canister Care 14
Bag Changing 14
Cleaning Exterior and Attachments 15
Motor Safety Filter Changing t5
Exhaust Fi_lerChanging !6
PowerMate e Care 17
Belt Changing and Agitator Cleaning 17-18
Light Bulb Changing t8
Agitator Servicing t 9
Troubleshooting 20
Master Protection Agreements 21
Notes 22
Requesting Assistance
Or Service Back Cover
For more information about vacuum cleaner care and operation, call your nearest Sears store
You will need the complete model and serial numbers when requesting information, "four vacu-
um cleaner's model and serial numbers are located on the Model and Serial Number Plate
Use the space below to record the model number and serial number of your new Kenmore
vacuum cleaner
Model No
Serial No_
Date of Purchase
Keep this book and your sales check (receipt) in a safe place for future reference,
OneYearLimitedWarranty
Whenassembled,operatedandmaintainedaccordingtoallinstructionssuppliedwith
theproduct,ifthisvacuumcleanerfailsdueto a defectin materialorworkmanshipwithin
oneyearfromthe dateof purchase,returnitto anySearsstore,SearsParts& Repair
Centeror otherKenmoreoutletfor freerepair.
if thisvacuumcleanerisusedforotherthanprivatefamilypurposes,thiswarranty
appliesforonly90daysfromthedateofpurchase
This warranty covers only defects in material and workmanship. Sears will NOT
pay for:
1o Expendable items that can wear out from normal use, including but not limited to
filters, belts, light bulbs, and bags,
2. A service technician to instruct the user in correct product assembly, operation or
maintenance_
3. A service technician to clean or maintain this producL
4. Damage to or failure of this product if it is not assembled, operated or maintained
according to all instructions supplied with the product.
5. Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident, abuse, misuse or use for
other than its intended purpose_
6. Damage to or failure of this product caused by the use of detergents, cleaners,
chemicals or utensils other than those recommended in all instructions supplied with
the product.
7. Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications
made to this product°
Disclaimer of implied warranties; limitation of remedies
Customer's sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty shalt be product repair
as provided herein, implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability or fitness
for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.
Sears shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages. Some states and
provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages,
or limitations on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness, so these
exclusions or limitations may not apply to you.
This warranty applies only while this vacuum cleaner is used in the United States and
Canada_
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8
WARNn G
Your safety is important to us, To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock,
inj_ury to persons or damage when usin,g your vacuum cleaner, follow basic
safety precautions nncludmg the following:
Read all Instructionsin this manual before
assembling or using your vacuum cieaner.
Use your vacuum cleaner only as
described in this manual Use only wtth
Sears recommended attachments.
Disconnect electrical supply before
servicing or cleaning out brush area.
Failure to do so could result in electrical
shock or brush suddenly starting
Do not leave vacuum cleaner when
plugged in, Unplug from outlet when not in
use and before servicing.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock - Do
not use outdoors or on wet surfaces
Do not allow to be used as a toy,. Close
attention is necessary when used by or
near children.
Do not use with damaged cord or plug. if
vacuum c_eaner is not working as it should,
has been dropped, damaged, Feftoutdoors,
or dropped into water, return it to a Sears
Service Center.
Do not putl or carry by cord, use cord as a
handle, close door on cord, or pull cord
around sharp edges or corners. Do not run
vacuum cleaner over cord. Keep cord away
from heated surfaces.
Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To
unplug, grasp the plug, not the cOrdr
Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with
wet hands.
Do not put any objects into openings.
Do not use with any opening blocked; keep
free of dust, lint, hair and anything that may
reduce airflow.
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all
parts of body away from openings and
moving pads.
Turn off all controls before unplugging
Use extra care when cleaning on stairs, Do
not put on chairs, tables, etc. Keep on
floor.
Do not use vacuum cleaner to pick up
flammable or combustible liquids (gasoline,
cleaning fluids, perfumes, etc.), or use in
areas where they may be present. The
fumes from these substances can create a
fire hazard or explosion.
Do not pick up anything that is burning or
smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or
hot ashes.
Do not use vacuum cleaner without dust
bag and/or filters in place
Always change the dust bag after
vacuuming carpet cleaners or freshener,
powders and fine dusL These products clog
the bag, reduce airflow and can cause the
bag to bursL Failure to change bag could
cause permanent damage to the vacuum
cleaner.
Do not use the vacuum cleaner to pick up
sharp hard objects, small toys pins paper
dips, etc, They may damage the vacuum
cleaner or dust bag_
Do not operate vacuum cleaner without the
exhaust filter or exhaust filter door in place
(if appFicable).
The hose contains electrical wires. Do not
use when damaged, cut, or punctured.
Replace if cut or worn. Do not pick up
sharp objects.
Always turn off and unplug the vacuum
cleaner before connecting or disconnecting
either hose, Handi-Mate Jr.® (if applicable),
or noz-zle_
Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel.
Do not allow plug to whip when rewinding.
You are responsible for making sure that
your vacuum cleaner Is not used by anyone
unable to operate it properly.
SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTiONS
Proper assembly and safe use of your vacuum cleaner are your responsibilities.
Your vacuum cleaner is intended for Household use° Read this Owner s Manual
carefully for important use and safety information° This guide contains safety
statements under warning and caution symbols.
It is important to know your vacuum cleaner's parts and features to ensure its proper and safe
use. Review these before using your vacuum cleaner°
Part No, Part No.
Object Style Noo in USA in Canada
Readiight Bulb ..... 20-5240 20-40600
Belt CB-3 20-52t8 20-4.0I 18
POWERMATE
Cord Holder
Flange
_- Plug Holder
Hotder._..._
-- Handle Quick
Release
Upper
Wand
L
Wand
Swivel ,.
-- Upper Wand
Belt
Wand Quick
Release Pedal
(Not Shown)
Pile
Height Pedal
Handle
Release Pedal
PowerMate
Model/Serial Number
(On Bottom)
]d Lens
Pile Height Indicator
Protector/Belt
Reset Button
Edge Cleaner
(NotShown)
HOSE
3-Way On/Off Switch
Off/Floor/Carpet
ATTACHMENTS
Crevice
Tool _ (L_._..__J
Brush _-
Flo or
Pet PowerMa te
CANISTER
Object
Dust Bag
Exhaust Filter
Motor Safety Filter
Hose Swivel
Style No.
CF-I
Q
EF-I
Combination
Brush
Part No.
in USA
20-50557
20-86889
......20-86883
Dusting
Brush
Part No.
in Canada
20-50410
2040324
'20-40'32i
Tool Storage Cover
(Attachment Storage inside)
Canister
Hood
Release
Bag Holder
Pet PowerMate
Storage cover
Dust Bag
ExlTaust Filter Cover
(Not Shown)
Motor Safety Filter
(Behind Dust Bag)
Please pay special attention to these hazard alert boxes, and fotiow any instruc-
tions given WARNING statements alert you to such dangers as fire, electric
shock, burns and personal injury. CAUTION statements alert you to such dangers
as personal injury and!or property damage.
WARNING
=lectrical Shock Hazard
NOT plug into electrical supply until
assembly is complete, Failure to do so
could result in electrical shock or
injury.
Before assembling vacuum cleaner, check
the PACKING LIST on the cover of the
separate REPAIR PARTS LIST_ Use this list
to verify that you have received all the
components of your new Kenmore vacuum
cleaner.
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Handle _
Lock
Button
WANDS
Slide wands together
until wand button
snaps into place Turn
wand button to the
slotted area of the
wand swivel.
The swivel allows you
to turn the handle to
the left side to reach
farther under few fur-
niture.
Button
Swivel --
Cord
Holder j
POWERIVIATE
1. Insert wands into
PowerMate until the
Area
3. Secure cord into the cord holder on the
wand swivel.
wand button snaps
into place
2. Connect
PewerMate plug and
cord as shown. DO
NOT force. Raised
area of plug must be
toward hand
Upper
Wand
I
Wand
Button
m
m
Wand
Swivel
Lower
Wand
Quick
Release Pedal
To remove: Step on wand quick release
pedal, then pull up on wands,
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