Kenmore 11631040901 Owner’s Manual

Use & Care Guide Manual de Usoy Culdado

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Ken re

P/N C01ZDNFI_U_I_I - KC_tZDNF:ZIZIU_

Searl Brands Management

Corpomtiort, Hoffman Esl_le_,

II60179 U,,S,A

www.kanmore,co m wv/w,_ea_t,com

Before Using Your New

Vacuum Cleaner .................. 2

Packing List ..................... 2

Vacuum Cleaner Help Line ......... 3

Kenmore Vacuum Cteaner Warranty o 3

Important Safety Instructions ....... 4

Parts and Features ................... 5

Assembly Instructions ............. 6

Handle ....................... 6

Attachment Assembly ........... 7

Power Cord ...................... B

Operating Instructions ............. 9

Power Cord ..................... 9

Releasing the Handle ........... 10

OFF/FLOOR!CARPET Switch ..... 10

Pile Height Selection ............ 11

Attachments .................... 12

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, caff your nearest Sears Ports and Repair Center or the Vacuum Cleaner Help Line listed on the cover of this guide,

You will need the complete model and serial numbers when requesting information, Your vac- uum 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.

Attachment Use Table .......... 13

Vacuuming Tips ............... 13

Performance/Safety Features .... 14-15

Vacuum Cleaner Care ............ 16

Vacuum Cleaner Storage ........ 16

Cleaning Exterior and Attachments .16

Dust Cup Emptying ................. 17

Dust Cup Cleanlng .............. 18

Pre-Filter Cleaning ............... 19

Primary Filter Cleaning .......... 20

Exhaust Filter Replacement ....... 21

Agitator Cleaning ............... 21

Clog Removal ............. 22-23

Troubleshooting ................ 24

Master Protection Agreements ...... 25

RequestingAssistance

Or Service .................. Back page

Model Noo

Serial No. Date of Purchase

Keep this book and your sales check (receipt) In a safe place for future reference,

PACKING LIST

Your KENMORE VACUUM CLEANER is packaged with the following parts and compo- nents assembled separately in the carton:

1 Upright Vacuum Cleaner 1 Pet Handi Mate TM 1 Handle 1 Telescoping Wand 1 Crevice Tool 1 Use & Care Guide

1 Combination Brush 1 Repair Parts List

Each of the above assemblJes are shown in detail inside the Repair Parts List°

Vacuum Cleaner Help Line:

1-877-531-7321

8:00am-5:OOpm EST, M-F

(U.SoA_and Canada)

One Year Limited Warranty

When assembled, operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied 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 Kenmore outlet for free repair.

If this vacuum cleaner is used for other than private family purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 clays from the date of purchase_

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_

3o 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 ;nstructlons 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 ulensils 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

fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by lawn Sears shall not be ffable 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 Coo, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Sears Canada inca, Toronte_ Ontario, Canada MSB 2B8

Readallinstructions in this 'guide before assembling or using your vacuum cleaner_

WARNING:

Your safety is important to us. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons or damage when using your vacuum cleaneG follow basic safety precau-

lions including the following: Use your vacuum cleaner only as

described in this manual Use only with Sears recommended attachments.

Disconnect electrical supply before ser-

vicing or cleaning out the brush area_

Failure to do so could result in the brush unexpectedly starting, causing personal

injury from moving parts° Do not leave vacuum cleaner when

plugged in, Unplug from outlet when not in use and before performing main-

tenance_

Toreduce the risk of electrical shock- Do not use outdoorsor 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 a damaged cord or

plugo If vacuum cleaner is not working

as it should, has been dropped, dam- aged, left outdoors, or dropped in water, return it to a Sears Service

Center for assessment before using again.

Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord

as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull card around sharp edges or cor- ners. 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 handleplug or vacuum cleaner

with wet hand

Do not put any objects into openings_ Do not use with any opening blocked;

keep free of dust, lint, hair, and any-

thing that may reduce air flow_

Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and a|tparts of body away from openings

andmovtng parts_

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 [gaso-

line, cleantng fluid, perfumes, elc,), or use in areas where they may be pre-

sent_ 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 cup and/or filters in place°

Always clean the dust cup after vacu-

umingcarpet cleaners or freshener, powders,and fine dust, Theseproducts clog the filters, reduce airflow and can

causedamage to the vacuum cleaner. Failure to clean the dustcup could causepermanent'damage to the vacu-

um cleaner,

Do nol use the vacuum cleaner to pick up sharp hard objects, small toys_ pins,

paper clips, etc, They may damage the

vacuum cleaner or dust cup.

Unplug before connecting Pet Handi M,ate TM

You are responsible for making sure

that your vacuum cleaner is not used by

anyone unable to operate it properly,

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

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 carefu!ly 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 assure its proper and

safe user Review these before using your vacuum cleaner.

Object Style No_ Part No, Part Nor

in USA in Canada

Exhaust Filler EF-1 20-86889 20-40324

Handle

OFF/FLOOR/CARPET

Switch

Hose

Dust Cup Release

Pet

Pile Height Adjustment_

Crev ;

Primary Filler Cover

Cord

"Exhaust

Filter Cover

(Filter Inside)

Combination Brush

Handle

Release

Pedal--_\\

Hose Release

Mode!!Serial Numbers

Telescopic

Wand

Holder

Hose

Headlight

Please pay special atlention to these hazard alert boxes, and fallow any

_ instructions given° WARNING statements alert you to such hazards as fire,

electric shock, burns and personal Ir_jury. CAUTION statements alert you to such hazards as personal injury and/or property damage.

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_WARNING

Eleclrical Shock Hazard

Do not plug vacuum cleaner into the

electrical supply until the assembly is

complete. Failure to do so could result in

eletrical shock or injury°

HANDLE

CAUTION

Do not overtighten handle screw_

Overtightening could strip Ihe screw holes,

Do not operate the vacuum cleaner

without the screw in place.

1. Remove the handle screw from the body of the vacuum cleaner.

2oPositionthe handle assembly as shown in the itlustration_

3_ Using a screwdriver, tighten handle

screw.

8efore assembling the vacuum cleaner, check the PACKING LIST. Use this list to

verify that you have received all the components of your new Kenmore

vacuum cleaner°

NOTE: It may be necessary to adjust the handle slightly,

ATTACHMENTASSEMBLY

HOSE AND WAND

1. Insert the tab on Hose "_ \ into the "J" slot on

the telescopic wand Hendle_" --1

the hose handler "J'" SIoI_....__-."_

Twist the telescopic wand to lock in

place. '_=,

2. Place the telescop- _1 ic wand in the wand Telescopic

hose as shown,

4. Rotate the hose release

lever down and route the hose as

shown.

5oSnap the

hose into the hose cuff on

the side of

the vacuum

cleaner

Hose

Telescop_

Wand

Hose Re_ase_

Hose Holder

3o Snap the

hose handle

into the hose

holder located

on the handle of the vacuum

cleanen

NOTE: Be sure the raised edge

of the hose handle rests

against edge of the hose holder,

Hose release lever

6_Rotate the hose

Release upwards to lock

the hosein place_

CAUTION . ]

Do not operale the agitator without thel

wand properly lnserled Into the wandl holder and the hose handle properlyl

secured In the hose holder I

PET HANDI MATETM

For operation of PetHandi Mate T_"see

separate Use & Care Guide,

1. Place Pet

Handi Mate TM

into the storage area.

2. Rotate the Pet Handi Mate TM

back until it snaps into place.

CREVICE TOOL

I. Insert the crevice tool into the holder on the

s_deof the vacu- um cleaner as

shown,

COMBINATION BRUSH

I. Insert the combination

brush into the holder on the _)_

back of the vacuum cleaner as shown°

I POWER CORD i

1oMake sure that cord hook is in upright position as shown.

2_ Wrap power cord loosely around cord

hook and carry handleo

3o Lock power cord plug onto the power cord°

,_WARNING

Electrical Shock and Hazard

Wrapping the cord too tightly puts stress on the cord and can cause cord damage_

A damaged cord is an electrical shock hazard and could cause personal injury

or damager

Personal Injury

Carry

_CAUTION

Moving parts.I To reduce the risk of personal injury, DO NOT touch the agitator when vacuum cleaner is

on. Contacting the agitator while it is rotating can cut, bruise or cause other injuries. Always turn off

and unplug from electrical outlet before servlcing_ Use caution when operating near children_

POWER CORD

1oTurn the quick release cord

hook to either

side and down to release the

power cord_

_WARNING

To reduce the risk of electric shock, this vacuum cleaner has a polarized

plug (one blade is wider than the other).

The 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 outleh

Do not change the plug in any way.

2. Detach the power cord plug

from the power Locking cord and pull the

cord off the

quick release Power cord hook. Cord_

3. Be sure the power cord is locked into the locking notch of the quick release

cord hook_

4. Plug the polarized power cord into a 120 Volt outlet located near the floor°

WARNING

Personal Injury and Product Damage Hazard

• When any abnormality!failure occurs,

stop using the product immediately and disconnect the power plug.

DO NOT use outlets above counters_ Damage from cord to items in

surrounding area could occur.

5. To store cord, turn the quick release cord hook to the up position, then wrap

cord loosely around quick retease cord hook and carry handle.

_WARNING

Electrical Shock And Personal Injury Hazard

Wrapping the cord too tightly puts stressi on the cord and can cause cord damage

A damaged cord is an electrical shocl

hazard and could cause personal injur_

or damage,

RELEASING THE HANDLE

Release the handle by pressing down on the handle release pedal with your foot

and pulling back and down on the han- dle with your hand,

Note: The agitator does not rotate when the vacuum cleaner is in the upright posi-

tion_

OFF/FLOOR/CARPET SWITCH

To start the vacuum cleaner, slide the

OFF/FLOOR/CARPET switch from the OFF

_osition to the FLOOR or CARPET _osltion.

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CAUTION

Refer to your carpet manufacturers :leaning recommendations. Some more

delicate carpets may require that they be vacuumed with the agitator turned

off, to prevent carpet damage,

Tostopthe vacuum cleaner, slide the ON/FLOOR/CARPET switch to the OFF

position.

CAUTION

Do not allow vacuum cleaner to remain in one spot for any |ength of time when

the agitator is turning. Damage to car- pet may occur°

OFF - turns both suction

and brush motors off.

FLOOR - turns on the suction

motor only. in this position

the agitator does not

revolve. Use this setting for cleaning hardwood and tile floors and when any attachments (tools) are used°

CARPET - turns on both the suction and the brush motors.

Note: The agitator does not rotate when the vacuum cleaner is in the upright

position.

OFF/FLOOR! CARPET ///A 1

Seleclor _I[ /A

Window_

I PILE HEIGHT SELECTION ]

To select a pile height selling: Turn off vacuum cleaner,, Select a pile

height setting by titling the vacuum cleaner back until front wheels are tiffed

slightly off the floor. Slide the adjustment lever to the correct

setting.

There are four (4) pile height settings on the vacuum cleaner° Use the LOW setting for most tow-pile carpets and bare floor

cleaning (with agitator OFF), and the HIGH setting for high-pile carpets like

shag carpet, scatter rugs, etc. Use the other settings as needed for carpet

heights in between°

,_ CAUTION

ReFer to your carpet manufacturers cleaning recommendations, 5ome

more delicate carpels may require thai they be vacuumed with the

_gitatar lurned off, to prevent carpel

damage.

ATTACHMENTS

IIIIH !l IIIIII I IIII I I

CAUTION

DO NOT use the hose when vacuum cleaner handle is tilted back into the floor cleaning

ipositieno

!Always return the vaccum cleaner to the iuprlght position before using the hose and

_ttachmentso

Failure to do so may result in overheating of the agitalor motor and can cause the thermal

protectorto trip

TO USEATTACHMENTS

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,_ CAUTION

When using attachments, be careful not to overextend the stretch hose when

reaching. Trying to reach beyond the hose stretch capability could cause the vacuum cleaner to tlp over.

I AUTION

DO NOT pull the vacuum cleaner around the room by the hose_ Property damage or personal injury could resuff.

1, Place the vacuum cleaner in the uprightposition,

2_ Remove the hose handle and wand by removing hose handle from hose holder

and lifting up.

Hose

Hose Handle

3. Use attachments as needed° See ATTACHMENT USE TABLE,

FOR ADDITIONAL REACH

Rotate hose

release lever down to release

hose for

maximum hose reach_

Hose

Release

TELESCOPING WAND

1. The wand length is adjustable and ._ requires no i== assembly_ To adjustt =I

simply push down on the wand handle

and slide the upper wand to the desired

height,

2_ Extend wand to desired length°

COMBINATION BRUSH

The combination brush can be attached directly to the wand.

Combination _ er,sh erushJ

Holder

Use the brush holder without the brush for greater suction on furniture cushions or

stairs.

Use brush holder with brush for cleaning loose surfaces such as drapes.

ATTACHMENT USE TABLE

CLEANING AREA

Between

ATTACHMENT Furnieure* Cushions* Drapes* Slaffs Walls

C.EVlCETOOL V V" 1 V

COMBINATION BRUSH ** 4' _ ./ 4

PET HANDI MATE TM

VE : Applicable

* Always clean attachments before using on fabrics and wails.

+* Use the brush holder without the brush for greater suction on furniture cushions or stairs.

Use brush holder with brush for cleaning loose surfaces such as drapes,

Carpet edges Guide either side or the front of the

nozzle along the walt baseboard.

Stairs

Set handle in full upright position+ The agitator stops rotating automatically., Use

the crevice tool, combination brush or Pet Handi Mate TM,

Unit Tipping

When using the attachments keep the hose release lever in the locked position

when possible, This helps to keep the vacuum cleaner from tipping over when

stretching the hose, If additioncll hose is needed then unlock the hose release lever

and pull out additional hose. Use caution not to lip over vacuum cleaner.

Personal Injury Hazard J Use care if vacuum cleaner is placed on I stairs. If it fails, personal injury or prop- |

erty damage could result. J

For best cleaning results, keep the airflow passage clear+ Unplug the vacuum

cleaner from the outlet before checking,, See CLOG REMOVAL section of this Use &

Care Goide.

]

MOTOR PROTECTION SYSTEM

Thermal Protector - Suction Motor This vacuum cleaner has a thermal

protector which automatically trips to protect the vacuum cleaner suction motor_ If a clog prevents the normal flow of air

to the motor, the thermal protector turns the motor off automatically° This allows the motor to cool in order to prevent

possible damage to the vacuum cleaner_

Thermal Protector - Agitator Motor This vacuum cleaner has a thermal

protector which automatically trips to protect the agitator motor° The thermal

protector turns the motor off

automatically, Thisallows the motor to cool in order to prevent possible damage

to the vacuum cleaner_

Toreset thermal protector: Turnthe vacuum cleaner off and unplug the power

cord from the outlet to allow the vacuum cleaner to cool and the thermal protector

to reset°

_i_ CAUTION ......................

Always return the vaccum cleaner to the upright position before using the hose

and attachments. Failure to do so may result in overheating of the agitator motor and can cause the thermal

protector to trip. .............

Check for and remove clogs, and replace bag if necessary. See CLOG

REMOVAL section. Also check and replace any clogged filters_ Walt

approximately 40-50 minutes before restarting vacuum cleaner.

AGITATOR OVERLOAD

PROTECTOR

Theagitator has built-in protection against motor damage should the agitator jam_ If the agitator slows down

or stops, the agitator overload protector shuts off the agitator motor, The vacuum cleaner suction motor will continue to run_

Agitator Reset

WARNING

Electrical Shock And Personal Injury

Hazard

Disconnect electrical supply before per- Forming maintenance to the vacuum

cleaner. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury from

vacuum cleaner suddenly starting,

To correct problem: Turn off and unplug vacuum cleaner, remove obstruction,

then press AGITATOR RESET BUTTON,

NOTE: A MINIMUM OF 20 SECONDS NEEDS TO PASS BEFORE RESETTING OVERLOAD.

If the problem persists, have the vacuum cleaner serviced by a Sears or

other qualified technician°

Always follow all safety precautions when performing maintenance to the

vacuum cleaner,

VACUUM CLEANER STORAGE J

_WARNING

Electrical Shock And Personal Injury Hazard

Disconnect electrical supply before

servicing or cleaning the vacuum cleaner, Failure to do so could result in

electrical shock or personal injury from vacuum cleaner suddenly starling.

Gather the cord and wrap

it loosely around the

quick release upper cord

hooks and

carry handte_

Lock power

cord plug onto the power cord°

Store the vacu- um cleaner in a dry, indoor area, on the

floor with the

handle locked

in the upright

position°

Power Cord--

Quick Rolease

Cord

Carry

CLEANING EXTERIOR AND ATTACHMENTS J

Unplug cord from wall outlet_

Clean exterior using a clean, soft cloth that has been dipped in a solution of

mild liquid detergent and water, then

wrung dry. DO NOT drip water on vacu-

um cleaner° Wipe dry after cleaning

To reduce static electricity and dust

build-up_ wipe outer surface of vacuum

cleaner and attachments,

,_ WARNING

Electrical Shock And Hazard

Wrapping the cord too tightly puts stress

on the cord and can cause cord damage.

A damaged cord is an electrical shock hazard and could cause personal injury or damage.

Wash attachments in warm soapy water, rinse and air dry_ Do not clean in dish-

washer°

Personal Injury

_CAUTION

Do not use attachments if they are wet.

Attachments used in dirty areas, such

as under a refrlgerator_ should not be

used on other surfaces until they are washed° They could leave marks.

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