Kenmore 116.29229 User Manual
Use & Care Guide
Manual de Use y Cuidado
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Modem/Modelo: 116.29229
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Sears Brands Management
Corporation, Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.kenmore.com
www.sears.com
Cle
er
Before Using Your New
Vacuum Cleaner .................... 2
Packing List ...................... 2
Kenmore Vacuum Cleaner Warranty .... 3
important Safety instructions .......... 4
Parts and Features ................ 5-6
Assembly instructions .............. 7-8
Operating instructions ............. 9-14
How to Start ..................... 9
Vacuuming Tips .................. 10
Attachments .................. 11-12
Attachment Use Table ............. 12
Performance Features ............. 13
Suggested Pile Height Settings ...... 14
Please read this guide. It will help you assemble and operate your new Kenmore vacuum
cleaner in the safest and most effective way.
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. Your
vacuum 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.
Canister Care ................... 14-16
Removing Clogs ................. 14
Bag Changing ................... 15
Cleaning Exterior and Attachments .. 15
Motor Safety Filter Cleaning ....... 16
Exhaust Filter Changing ........... 16
PowerMate ® Care ................ 17-19
Belt Changing and Agitator
Cleaning ..................... 17-18
Bulb Changing ................... 18
Agitator Servicing ................ 19
Troubleshooting ................... 20
Master ProtectionAgreements ........ 22
Requesting Assistance
Or Service ................. Back Cover
Model No.
Serial No.
Date of Purchase
Keep this book and your sales check (receipt) in a safe place for future reference.
I PACKING LiST
Your KENMORE VACUUM CLEANER is packaged with the following parts and compo-
nents assembled separately in the carton:
1 Canister Vacuum Cleaner 1 Combination Brush _
1 PowerMate ® 1 Upper Wand
1 Hose Assembly 1 Lower Wand
1 Floor Brush _ 1 Use& Care Guide
1 Crevice Tool _ 1 Repair Parts List
Each of the above assemblies are shown in detail inside the repair parts list.
_These items are found under the Tool Cover.
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Vacuum Cleaner Help Line:
| -877-531-7321
8:00am-5:00pm EST, M-F
(U.S.A. and Canada)
One Year Limited Warranty
When assembled, operated and maintained according to all instructionssupplied with
the product, if this vacuum cleaner fails due to a defect in material or workmanship
within one year from the date of purchase, return it to any Sears store, Sears Parts &
Repair Center or other I<enmore outlet for free repair.
if this vacuum cleaner is used for other than private family purposes, this warranty
applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.
This warranty covers only defects in material and workmanship. Sears will NOT pay for:
1. 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 product.
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 shall be product
repair as provided herein. Implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability or
fitnessfor 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 exclusionsor limitations may not apply to you.
This warranty applies only while this vacuum cleaner isused 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 Brands Management Corporation., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8
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Read all instructions in this guide before assembling or using your vacuum cleaner.
WARNING
Your safety is important to us.To reduce the risk of fire, electricalshock,injury to persons
or damage when usingyour vacuum cleaner, follow basic safety precautions
including the following:
Use yourvacuum cleaner only as
described inthis guide. Use only with
Sears recommended attachments.
Disconnectelectrical supply before
servicingor cleaning out brush area.
Failure to do so could resultin brush
unexpectedly starting, causingpersonal
injury from moving parts
Do not leave vacuum cleaner when
plugged in. Unplug from outlet when
not in use and before performing
maintenance.
Toreduce the riskof electrical shock -
Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close
attention isnecessary when used by or
near children.
Do not usewith damaged cord or plug.
if vacuum cleaner is not working as it
should,has been dropped, damaged,
left outdoors, or dropped into water,
return it to a Sears Service Center.
Do not pull 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 cord.
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 parts.
Turn off all controls before unplugging.
Use extra core 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 cleansers or
freshener, powders and fine dust. These
products clog the bag, reduce airflow
and can cause the bag to burst. 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 clips, 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.
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, Pet Handi
Mate TM (if applicable), or nozzle.
Hold plug when rewinding onto cord
reel.
Do notallow plug to whip when
rewinding.
You are responsiblefor making sure
that your vacuum cleaner isnot 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 Use & Care Guide
carefully for important use and safety information. This guide contains safety
statements under warning and caution symbols.
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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.
PowerMate®
PartNo. Part No.
Object Style in USA in Canada
Headlight Bulb ..... 20-5248 20-40601
Belt CB-3 20-5218 20-40118
tJ Plug
Holder
Cord
Holder J
Cord
Holder J
Lower --
Wand
Pime
Height Pedal
Handle
Release Pedal
PowerMate®
Model/Serial Number
(On Bottom)
Upper
Wand
PowerMate®
Power Cord
--Handle
Quick
Release
Headlight and Lens
PimeHeight Indicator
)verload
Protector/Belt
Reset Button
(Not Shown)
Upper
Wand
ge Cleaner
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HOSE
2-Way Switch
Fmaar Carpet
ATTACHMENTS
Handle
Combination _ Brush
a' /_'-'-- Fabric
Brush _ _
I_1_ Dusting
Hose Swivel
CANISTER
Part No. Part No.
Object Style in USA in Canada
Dust Bag C 20-50558 20-50403
Exhaust Filter EF-2 20-86880 20-40320
Motor Safety Filter CF-] 20-86883 20-40321
Exhaust Filter Cover
Tool Storage Cover
Brush
Off
Switch
Attachment Storage inside
Canister Hood
\,
Hood Release
Carry Handle /
Cord
Exhaust Filter
Dust Bag
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Please pay special attention to these hazard alert boxes, and follow any
instructions 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
Electrical Shock Hazard
DO 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) Page 2. Use this list
to verify that you have received all the
components of your new Kenmore
vacuum cleaner,
WANDS
Slide wands
together until
wand button
snaps into
place.
Handle
Handle
Quick
Remease
Cord
Holder
PowerMate ®
1. Insert wands
into PowerMate ®
until the wand
button snaps into
place.
2. Connect
PowerMate ® plug
and cord as
shown. DO NOT
force. Raised area
of plug must be
toward hand.
Up and In
To remove: Disconnect cord and steady
PowerMate ® with foot and turn wands until
lock button disappears, then pull wands out
of PowerMate ® .
3. Secure cord
into cord holder
on wand.
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CANISTER
1. Open the canister hood.
2. Check to see that the dust bag isproperly
installed. See BAG CHANGING (page 15)
for instructions.
3. Check to see that the motor safety filter is
properly installed. See MOTOR SAFETY
FILTER CLEANING (page 16) for instructions.
HOOD AND TOOL STORAGE
COVER
It isnormal for the canister hood and tool
storage cover to come off when opened
further than needed. Line up the hinge slots,
insertthe hinges into the slots, and close the
hood and tool storage cover to reinstall.
HOSE
1. Line up the
hose latch tab
and notch in
canister hood
and insert hose
into canister until
it snaps in place.
To remove: Press hose latch tab upward and
pull up on hose.
Handle
Handle
Button
Handle
Quick
Release
Hose
Latch
Tab
Notch
2. Insert handle
into wand until
handle button
snaps in place.
Be sure hose is
not twisted.
To remove:
Press handle
quick release
button and pull
up on handle.
CAUTION
Never open canister hood with the tool
storage cover open. This wlll help to
_revent damage from occurring to the
:anisfer hood and/or fool storage cover.
To store: Disconnect hose from wands and
canister to prevent stress on hose during
storage. Store hose in a loosely coiled
position so the hose covering is not stressed.
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CAUTION
Moving parts! To reduce the risk of personal injury,
DO NOT touch the agitator when vacuum cleaner
cleaner is on. Contacting the agitator while it is
rotating can cut, bruise or cause other injuries.
Always turn off and unplug from electrlcol outlet
before servicing.
Use caution when operating near children.
HOW TO START I
NOTE: To reduce the risk of electric shock,
WARNING
Personal injury and Product Damage
Hazard
DO NOT plug in if switch is in ON
position. Personal injury or property
damage could result.
The cord moves rapidly when
rewinding. Keep children away
and provide a clear path when
rewinding the cord to prevent
personal injury.
DO NOT use outlets above counters.
Damage from cord to items in
surrounding area could occur.
1. Pullcord out of
canister to desired
length.
this vacuum cleaner has a polarized plug;
one blade is wider than the other. This plug
will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. if
the plug does not fit fully in the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,
contact a qualified electrician to install the
proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any
way.
Torewind: Turn off and unplug the vacuum
cleaner. Remove cord from grip. Hold the
plug while rewinding to prevent damage or
injuryfrom the moving cord. A slight tug will
release the locking pawls in the cord reel
allowing it to retract.
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_-_ _._ PileHeight
Indicator
2. Snap cord
into grip to
prevent
accidental
rewinding.
3. Plug the polarized power cord into a 120
Volt outlet located near the floor.
4. Lower wand from upright position by
pressing on the handle release pedal.
5. Select a pile height setting by pressing
the small pedal on the rear of the
PowerMate . The pile height setting shows
on the indicator. See SUGGESTED PILE
HEIGHT SETTINGS (page 14).
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6. To turn vacuum
cleaner on, step on
the ON/OFF switch.
7. Toturn on
PowerMate®, move
the
FLOOR/CARPET
switch to the
CARPETposition.
VACUUMING TIPS
NOTE - When this switch is in the FLOOR
position, the headlight DOES NOT function
since no electricity flows to the PowerMate ®.
Attention: Refer to your carpet
manufacturers cleaning recommendations.
Some more delicate carpets may require
that they be vacuumed with the PowerMate ®
agitator turned off, to prevent carpet
damage.
,_ CAUTION
DO NOT leave the PowerMate ® running
in one spot in the upright position for any
length of time. Damage to carpet may
occur.
WARNING
Personal Injury and Product Damage
Hazard
DO NOT run over power cord with
PowerMate ®. Personal injury or product
damage could result.
DO NOT pull plug from wall by
the power cord. if there is damage to
the cord or plug, personal injury or
property damage could result.
CAUTION
Product Damage Hazard
Use care if the PowerMate ® and wand is
left in the upright position as it may tip
over easily. Property damage can occur if
tipped.
Suggested sweeping pattern.
For best cleaning action, the PowerMate ®
should be pushed straight away from you
and pulled straight back. At the end of each
pull stroke, the direction of the PowerMate ®
should be changed to point into the next
section to be cleaned. This pattern should
be continued across the carpet with slow,
gliding motions.
NOTE: Fast, jerky strokes do not provide
complete cleaning.
The hose swivel allows the hose to turn
without moving the canister. This is helpful
for cleaning in small areas.
Check hose for
twisting before
pulling canister.
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WARNING
Personal injury Hazard
Use care if canister is placed on stairs. If
may fall, causing personal injury or
property damage.
Suction
CAUTION
Product Damage Hazard
Do not pull on the hose to move the
canister from one stair to the next. When
finished cleaning in one area use the
handle grip on the canister to move the
vacuum cleaner to a new location for
further cleaning.
ATTACHMENTS i
ATTACHMENTS ON HANDLE
NOTE: If the
PowerMate ® is
attached, turn -Handle
off and unplug
vacuum cleaner Lock A
before removing Button
handle from Handle
wands. Quick m
1. Press handle
quick release
button and pull
up on handle.
Remease-'_
CAUTION
1
Carpeted stairs need to be vacuumed
regularly. For best cleaning results, fully
close the suction control.
For best cleaning results, keep the airflow
passage open. Check each assembly
area in REMOVING CLOGS (page 14)
occasionally for clogs. Turn off and
unplug vacuum cleaner from outlet before
checking.
"__) Dusting
rush
NOTE: To assemble dusting brush, insert the
fabric brush into the dusting brush nozzle
and press into place.
To remove, push in
direction of arrow
as shown.
DO NOT attach or remove handle or
wands while vacuum cleaner is ON. This
could cause sparkingand damage the
electrical contacts.
2. Slide attachments
firmly on handle as
needed. See
ATTACHMENT USE
TABLE(page 12).
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ATTACHMENTS ON WAND
1.To remove
wand from
PowerMate®,
||
lock wand in
straight-up
position.
2. Remove PowerMate®
plug and cord from
holders.
3. Disconnectcord
and steady
PowerMate® with
foot and turn wands
Slot
until lock button
disappears, then pull
wands out of
PowerMate®.
ATTACHMENT USE TABLE
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4. Put attachment
on wand as
needed. See
ATTACHMENT
USE TABLE (page
12).
ATTACHMENT
Combination
brush
Crevice room
Floor brush
PowerMate®
1. Always clean attachments before using on fabrics.
2. 2-way switch should be in FLOOR position.
brush
Fabric
Dusting _ 1
brush
Furniture_ Cushions_ Drapes_
Between
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CLEANING AREA
Stairs Floors
Bare
Carpeted
Floors/Rugs
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Wails
PERFORMANCE FEATURES
, WARNING
Personal injury Hazard
Always turn off and unplug the vacuum
cleaner before cleaning the agitator area
as agitator may suddenly restart. Failure
to do so can result in personal injury.
OVERLOAD PROTECTOR
The PowerMate®
has built-in
protection against
motor and belt
damage should the
agitator jam. if the
agitator slows down
or stops,the
overload protector shuts off the
PowerMate ®. The canister motor will
continue to run.
To correct problem: Turn off and unplug
vacuum cleaner, remove obstruction, then
press BELT RESET button.
If the problem persists, have the vacuum
cleaner serviced by a Sears or other
qualified service agent.
EDGE CLEANER
Active brush edge
cleaners are on both
sides of the PowerMate ®.
Guide either side of the
PowerMate ® along
base-boards or next to
furniture to help remove
dirt trapped at carpet
edges.
Overload Protector/
Beff Reset Button
SUCTION CONTROL
The suction
control allows
you to change
the vacuum
suction for Suction
different fabrics
and carpet weights. Opening the control
decreases suction for draperies and
lightweight rugs, while closing the control
increases suction for upholsteries and
carpets.
Suction
THERMAL PROTECTOR
This vacuum cleaner has a thermal
protector which automatically trips to
protect the vacuum cleaner from
overheating. If a clog or a full dust bag
prevents the normal flow of air to the
motor, the thermal protector turns the
motor off automatically. This allows the
motor to coot in order to prevent possible
damage to the vacuum cleaner.
To correct problem: Turn the vacuum
cleaner off and unplug the power cord
from the outlet to allow the vacuum
cleaner to cool and the thermal protector
to reset. Check for and remove clogs or
replace the dust bag, if necessary. Also
check and replace any clogged filters.
Wait approximately thirty (30) minutes
and plug the vacuum cleaner in and turn
back on to see if the motor protector has
reset.
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SUGGESTED PILE HEIGHT SETTINGS
For best deep down cleaning, use the XLO
setting. However, you may need to raise the
height to make some jobs easier, such as
scatter rugs and some deep pile carpets,
and to prevent the vacuum cleaner from
shutting off. Suggested settings are:
HI - Shag, deep pile, or scatter rugs.
MED - Medium to deep pile.
LO- Low to medium pile.
XLO - Most carpets and bare floors.
REMOVING CLOGS
The vacuum cleaner creates suction that /_
picks up dirt. Rapidly moving air carries the _" (...___
dirt to the dust bag through the airflow /- _ k
passages. The dust bag lets the air pass _a'_/
through, while it traps the dirt. ////7
For best cleaning results, keep the _,/_" /
airflow passage open. Check the _*/ /.
starred (Yr)areas occasionally for /,S_°y li s_tetv Exhaust
clogsTurn ondunplugvoo-/2" E,,to,
uum cleaner from outlet be= _iX_
TO CHECK FOR CLOGS:
Check dust bag and change if full.
Check motor safety filter and exhaust
filter and replace if dirty.
Check PowerMate ® for any dirt or debris
in the belt path area or in the agitator
area. Carefully remove any string or
debris located on the agitator or end
caps.
If the vacuum cleaner still has poor suction,
do the following:
Connect the hose to the canister and turn
vacuum cleaner on. Check the end of the
hosefor suction. If there isgood suction
on the hose handle, there is no clog in the
hose. If the suction isbad, remove any dirt
or debris in the hose and handle.
2. Connect hose handle to wand. Check the
end of the wand for suction. If there is
good suctionat the end of the wand,
there is no clog in the wand. If the
suction is bad, remove any dirt or debris
in the wand.
3. Check PowerMate ®swivel. Remove any
dirt or debris.
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