Kenmore 11632729201, 11632729200, 11632728201, 11632728200 Owner’s Manual

Owner's Manual

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Vacuum Cleaner

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CAUTION: Read and follow all

safety and operating instructionsbefore first

use of this product.

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instrucciones de operaci6n y seguridad antes del uso de

este producto,

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. wv,_v.sears.com

Part No. CO1ZBSV10U00-8192157 Printed in UoSA

Before Using Your New Vacuum ........ 2 Kenmore Vacuum Cleaner Warranty 2

Important Safety Instructions ........... 3

Parts and Features .................. 4

Assembly Instructions .............. 5-6

Operating Instructions ............... 6

Pile Height Selection and Setting ...... 7

Carpet/Bare Floor Selector .......... 7

Releasing the Handle ................... 8

ONIOFF Switch ........................... 8

Attachments .......................... 8-10

Attachment Use Chart ................ 1I

Vacuuming Tips ................ 11

Performance Features ................. I2-t3

Please read this guide. It will help you assemble and operate your new Kenmore vacuum 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 vacu- um's model and serial numbers are located on the Model and Serial Number Plate.

Vacuum Cleaner Care ................ 14

Vacuum Storage .................... 14

Cleaning Exterior and Attachments ...... t4

Dust Bin Cleaning ................ 15-16

Secondary Filter Cleaning ............ t6

Filter ChangingtCleaning ............. 17

Belt Changing and Agitator Cleaning ., !8-20

Clog Removal ................... 21

Light Bulb Changing ..................... 22

Agitator Servicing .................... 23

Agitator Assembly .................. 23

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

Requesting Assistance

Or Service ................... Back Page

Use the space below to record the model number and serial number of your new Kenmore vacuum.

Model No.

Serial Noo

Date of Purchase

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

LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON KENMORE VACUUM CLEANER This warranty is for one year from the date of purchase, and includes only private household

vacuum cleaner user During the warranty year, when this vacuum cleaner is operated and maintained according to the owner's manual instructions, Sears will repair any defects in material or workmanship free of charge.

This warranty excludes vacuum bags, belts, light bulbs, and filters, which are expendable parts and become worn during normal use.

For warranty service, return this vacuum cleaner to the nearest Sears Service Center in the United States.

This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States° This warranty gives

you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

WAR

Your safety is important to us. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury

to persons or damage when using your vacuum cleaner, follow basic safety precautions including the following:

Read this manual before assembling or

using your vacuum cleaner Use your cleaner only as described in

this manual. Use only with Sears recom- mended attachments.

To reduce the risk of electrical shock -

Do not use outdoors or on wet sur-

faces.

Disconnect electrical supply before any servicing or cleaning. Failure to do so

could result in electrical shock or per- sonal injury.

Always turn cleaner off before unplug-

ging. Do not unplug by pulling on cord To

unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord° Do not use with damaged cord or plug.

If cleaner is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left out-

doors, 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 cleaner over cord. Keep cord

away from heated surfaces. Do not leave cleaner when plugged in.

Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing

Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or

near children. Do not handle plug or 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 air flow

Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and

all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.

Do not use cleaner without dust bin and/or filters in place

Always clean the dust bin after vacuum- ing carpet cleaners or freshener, pow- ders and fine dust. These products clog

the filters, reduce airflow and can cause damage to the cleaner. Failure to clean

the dust bin could cause permanent damage to the cleaner

Do not use the cleaner to pick up sharp hard objects, small toys, pins, paper

clips, etc. They may damage the clean- er or dust bin.

Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, match- es, or hot ashes.

Do not use cleaner to pick up flamma-

ble 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.

Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

Do not put on chairs, tables, etc Keep on floor.

You are responsible for making sure that your vacuum cleaner is not used by

anyone unable to operate it properly.

T ESE INSTRUCTION

Proper assembly and safe use of your vacuum cleaner are your responsibilities Your cleaner is intended only 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. Please pay special attention to these boxes and follow

any instructions given. WARNING statements alert you to such dangers as fire, elec- trical shock, burns and personal injury. CAUTION statements alert you to such dan- gers as personal injury and!or property damage_

Itisimportanttoknowyourvacuumcleaner'spartsandfeaturestoassureitsproperandsafe use.Reviewthesebeforeusingyourcleaner.

Item Part No. Part No,

In U,S. In Canada

Exhaust Filter 20-86889 20-86889C

......... = .

Headlight Bulb 20-5240 20-40600 Belt 20-5275 20-40096

Cleaning Knob

Primary /

Filter /

Quick Release

Upper Cord

Power

Lower Cord Hooks

Carry

Crevice Tool

Telescoping

Wand

Dusting

Brush

Combination

Brush

Height

Adjustment

Lever -

Ready.to.Use

Stretch Hose

(Inside) ""

Nozzle Cover

Furniture

Guard

Nozzle Cover

Motor Protector

Primary Filter

Dust Bin

Release

Handle --_

Dust Bln_

HeadHght

EXTENSION HOSE KITS

Switch

t Dirt Sensor _ (Some Models)

Performance

Indicator

(Some Models)

Filter

(Inside)

CarpeYBare

Floor Selector

Nozzle

Cover

Latch

Nozzle

Base

(Underneath)

Spare Belt (Underneath Nozzle Cover,

Behind Height Adjust Assembly)

SOME MODELS

Extension Hose

Handle Release

Pedal

Model/Serial Numbers

Agitator

(Underneath)

SOME MODELS

(_"_"- Adaptor

_j_- Fl°°r BrUShwand

WARNING ....................I

Electrical Shock Hazard

Do not plug into the electrical sup- ply until the assembly is complete.

Failure to do so could result in elec-

trical shock or injury,

Before assembling vacuum, check the PACKING LIST on the cover of the separate Repair Parts LisL Use this list to verify that

you have received all the components of your new Kenmore vacuum.

Remove the tape located below the dust cover/filter cover on the motor case.

Tape

Position the handle as shown in the illustra- tion below°

Slide the handle into the opening at the top of the vacuum.

Handle

Handle t

stretch ! hose end to "

nozzle as shown,.

Attach

HANDLE ASSEMBLY

Remove the screw located just below the

top edge of the back of the vacuum.

Insert the screw so it passes through the handle into the vacuum.

Begin to tighten the screw with your fingers. It may be necessary to adjust the handle

slightly.

Using a

screw- driver,

tighten the

screw,

CAUTION

Do not overtighten.

Overtightening could strip the screw

holes.

Lock the cord into \ place by forcing it

into the locking notch on the body of Locking the quick release

upper cord hook as shown. This helps keep the power cord out from under the Power

vacuum cleaner agi- Cord tator.

Wrap the power cord around the upper and

lower cord hooks and lock the power cord plug onto the power cord.

Notch,

Do not operate the cleaner without

the screw in place.

CORD ASSEMBLY

Make sure the quick release upper cord

hook is in the upright position. Remove the wire tie from the power cord,,

HOW TO START

Release

Cord

Turn the quick

release upper

cord hook to either side

and down to release the

power cord..

Quick Release

Upper Cord

Hook

Power Cord

Lower

Cord

Hooks

................ ::_i;

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 technician to install the

proper outleL Do not change the plug in any

way°

Plug the polarized power cord into a 120

Volt outlet located near the floor.

Release the power cord plug from the power cord and pull the cord off the quick

release upper cord hooL Check to be sure

the power cord is still locked into the lock in the quick release upper cord hook.

Note: To reduce the risk of electric shock,

this vacuum cleaner has a polarized plug, one blade is wider than the other.

WARNING ...........

Personal Injury and Product Damage Hazard

• DO NOT plug in if switch is in the ON position. Personal injury or dam-

age could result. , DO NOT use outlets above coun-

ters. Damage from cord to items in surrounding area could occur.

Toselecta pile height setting:

Turn off cleaner_ Select a pile height setting

by tilting the cleaner back until front wheels are lifted slightly off the floor as illustrated.

Slide the adjustment lever to the correct setting,

SUGGESTED PILE HEIGHT SETTINGS "Youmay need to raise the height to make

some jobs easier, such as scatter rugs and longer pile carpets. Suggested settings are:

HIGH: shag carpet, long pile, plush, scatter rugs.

MED: medium to tong pile. LOW: short to medium pile, EX LOW: very low pite.

WARNING

Personal Injury Hazard DO NOT place hands or feet

underneath the unit when chang- ing from the bare floor to the car-

pet pile height setting. The agita-

tor begins to revolve rapidly when the vacuum is turned on and is in

the carpet setting.

Bare floor setting: Slide the carpet/bare floor selector all the way back and down

toward the bottom of the nozzle until it locks into place°

In this position the brush assembly does not

revolve. This setting should be used for cleaning hardwood and tile floors and when

any attachments (tools) are used,

Carpet setting: Slide the selector all the

way forward and up to the carpet position.

In this position the brush assembly will turn.

When carpets are being cleaned the selec- tor should be in this position.

Attention: Refer to your carpet manufac- turers cleaning recommendations. Some

more delicate carpets may require that they be vacuumed with the agitator turned off, to

prevent carpet damage,

CAUTION

Do not allow vacuum cleaner to [ remain in one spot for any length of [

time when the agitator is turning.

Damage to carpet may,,,Occ,u,r. ,,I

Note: For longer belt life, turn vacuum off before moving selector Failure to do so can

cause the belt to rub on the selector shaft and may result in the belt becoming hot and

creating a burning rubber smell.

Carpet/Bare

Floor Selector

To Carpet

Position

To Bare Floor _" Position

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

your hand_

HANDLE MOUNTED

To start the vacuum cleaner, slide the

On/Off switch from the OFF position to the ON position_ TOstop the vacuum cleaner,

slide the On/Off switch to the OFF position_

Handle

Release

Pedal

Crevice

Dusting

Brush _

Combinat/on| rg

Brush-__

Identify each of the attachments shown

above.,

- Stretch

Hose

TO USE ATTACHMENTS

Place the carpet/bare floor selector in the bare floor setting by rotating the selector

back and down to the bare floor setting. See CARPETIBARE FLOOR SELECTOR

section. When returning the bare floor selector to

the carpet setting, use caution as the selec- tor can move quickly to that setting due to tension created by the belt,

Remove the lower end of the stretch hose

from the cleaner by grasping the hose col-

lar, twisting and pulling straight out. The

attachments can now be added to the hose.

Note: The motor protector may open when using attachments or when cleaning new carpet, due to reduced airflow by the

attachments themselves or by new carpet fuzz filling the dust bin quickly. See the

TROUBLESHOOTING section.

WARNING

Electrical Shock And Personal Injury Hazard

Disconnect electrical supply before

servicing or cleaning the unit, Failure to do so could result in elec-

trical shock or personal injury from

cleaner suddenly starting.

Theattached

hoseswivelsto makecleaning

easierinevery direction, swivel.

Remove the hose from the

hose clip by pulling

straight out

TELESCOPING WAND WITH

SUCTION CONTROL SLIDE

SOME MODELS

t_tl_1li Remove the

Tool wand from

i Crevice telescoping

Telescoping position.

Wand

its storage

To achieve maximum reach with the attachments, Hose

add the crevice tool to the end of the Suction

wand by inserting Control and twisting slightly,,

Telescoping

Wand _

Tool

The dusting

brush or the

combination

brush may be

attached directly to the

wand or

placed on the end of the crevice tool_

Remove the crevice tool from its storage position !n the wand. Turn the locking ring to

the UNLOCK position.

Extend the wand to its full length Turn the locking ring to the LOCK position_ Attach

the extension wand onto the open end of the hose°

Suction-

Wand Control Slide

Upper

Wand

Align the tabs on the extension wand with the "J" slots in the hose. Push the wand into

the hose and twist to the right to lock.

TO OPERATE SUCTION

CONTROL SLIDE

Telescoping Wand

When using attachments for cleaning

draperies, small rugs with low pile and other delicate items, twist the suction control slide

to the open position. This wil! reduce suction for ease of cleaning. \

The slide is Slide located on the

telescoping wand,

close to the hose,

Suction

Control

Note: Return suction control slide to the closed position for normal cleaning.

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 cleaner to tip over. Make sure the carpet/bare floor selec-

tor is in the bare floor position. Damage to the floor surface may occur if the carpet setting is used.

TO STORE ATTACHMENTS

Remove dusting brush or combination brush. Snap into appropriate storage Ioca-

tion,

Remove crevice tool from the wand by twist- ing. Lay aside.

Remove the extension wand from the hose,

Twist the wand to the left and pull it away from the hose end°

Lower

Wand

Unlock

Lock

Upper

Wand

Unlock the wand by turning the wand lock- ing ring to the UNLOCK position

Slide the lower wand into the upper wand.

Turn the wand locking ring to the LOCK

position. Place the crevice tool down into the com-

pressed wand. Snap into the appropriate storage location

Reinsert the hose fully into the opening on the nozzle base from which it was removed,

Press firmly to assure connection°

DO NOT pull the vacuum cleaner around the room by the hose. Property damage could result.

Locking

Ring

EXTENSION HOSE

SOME MODELS Some models include an extra hose which

connects to the stretch hose on the vacuum for a longer cleaning reach.

Unit Hose _ Extension Hose

Insert the two tabs on the end of the extension hose into the two "J" shaped slots

on the unit hose and twist to connect All attachments and the telescoping wand

can be attached to the open end of the hose.

FLOOR BRUSH AND WAND

SOME MODELS Some models have an extra brush and wand

for cleaning bare floors. Twist one ehd of the adaptor into the floor brush and the other

end into the straight wand,, Connect the straight wand to the telescopic wand and

then to the vacuum hose or extension hose,

Floor Brush ------___

CAUTION

When using the regular hose or with the extension hose attached, the

cleaner should be on a solid surface on the same level or below the level of the user's feet, DO NOT use the

hoses when the cleaner is above the level of the user's feet,

ATTACHMENT Furniture*

CLEANING AREA

Between

Cushions* Drapes* Stairs Walls

DUSTING BRUSH X

CREVICE TOOL COMBINATION BRUSH d_ X

Handi-Mate Jr2 _ X

*Always clean attachments before using on fabrics.

Carpet edges Guide either side or the front of the nozzle

along a baseboard. The full width agitator brushes help remove dirt at carpet edges

Stairs

Put handle in ful! upright position, Place the carpet/bare floor selector in the bare floor

position Use the crevice tool or fabric brush° Set the On/Off switch to ON.

...........,....

X X

For best clean- ing results, keep

the airflow pas- sage clear,

Occasionally, check each of

the areas indi- cated for clogs,

Unplug the

cleaner from the

outlet before checking.

Personae Injury Hazard Use care if vacuum cleaner is ptaced on stairs, If it falls, personae

injury or property damage could result.

MOTOR PROTECTION SYSTEM

Thermal Protector This vacuum has a thermal protector which

automatically trips to protect the vacuum from overheating, If a clog prevents the normal flow of air to the motor, the thermal

protector turns the motor off automatically to allow the motor to cool in order to prevent

possible damage to the vacuum. During this time the headlight remains on

To correct problem: If this occurs, turn the vacuum off and unplug the power cord from

the outlet to allow the vacuum to cool and the thermal protector to reseL Check for and remove clogs, if necessary. Also

check and clean/replace any clogged filters.Wait approximately thirty (30)

minutes and plug the vacuum in and turn back on to see if the motor protector has reset. The motor protector will not reset if

the vacuum is not turned off even if the vacuum has cooled down,

Motor Protector This vacuum has a motor protector by-

pass valve which automatically opens to provide cooling air to the motor when a clog prevents the normal

flow of air to the motor, if the by-pass valve opens

to prevent motor overheating and possible damage to the vacuum,

you will notice a change of sound as air rushes J through the valve

opening. Motor

Protector

PERFORMANCE INDICATOR

SOME MODELS When the unit is running with normal air

flow, the light on the performance indicator is off. The light comes on whenever the

airflow becomes blocked° If that occurs, check the dust bin, clean/replace clogged

filters, and check other possible clog locations shown in CLOG REMOVAL

To correct problem:

See the TROUBLE-

SHOOTING chart.

NOTE: The light may

also come on when using

attachments, due to reduced

airflow through the

attachment. NOTE: In some cases, the performance

indicator light may not come on if the motor protector has opened_

Note: Do not block motor protector,

To correct problem: See the TROUBLE-

SHOOTING charL

Note: The motor protector may open

when using attachments or when cleaning

new carpet, due to reduced airflow by the attachments themselves or by new carpet

fuzz filling the dust bin quickly. See the

TROUBLESHOOTING section.

DIRT SENSOR

SOME MODELS

WARNING

The electronic dirt sensor is a feature which will detect particles as they pass through the

vacuum cleaner, The dirt sensor indicators and sensor

sensitivity switch are located on the front of the switch cover.

A red light indicates dirt is being picked up

by the cleaner. A green light indicates most of the dirt has been picked up by the

cleaner_

OPERATION

As you vacuum, the red indicator light will come on and stay on as long as the sensor

detects a high concentration of particles

passing through the cleaner.

The green light indicates that most of the cleaning is complete.

The sensor switch allows you to select the sensitivity of the dirt sensor. The switch can

be set to HI (+) or LO (-) sensitivity°

Electrical Shock And Personal Injury Hazard

Disconnect electrical supply before

servicing or cleaning the unit.

Failure to do so could result in elec-

trical shock or personal injury from

TO CLEAN DIRT SENSOR OPTICS

The dirt sensor optics consist of two optic .............. cells located inside the dust bin port. _!L_#_

Occasionally, it may become necessary to ,,,_'_._i_!,_r_,,,_.Z,. clean the two optic cells to assure ,_:_.

maximum performance, It is :_i_i!!i_ii_! recommended the optic cells be cleaned: _...,,_,:_s:

• When the red light stays on continuously.

• When the green light stays on continuously,

• When dirt or dust adheres to the optic ceils.

, Whenever the dust bin is cleaned,

Set the sensor switch to the HI (+) position when:

• Cleaning bare floor&

• Cleaning carpet with low pile heighL

Set the sensor switch to the LO (-) position when:

• Cleaning heavily soiled areas.

• Cleaning carpet with deep pile_

• Cleaning new carpet&

Even with the sensor switch in the LO (-) position, the dirt sensor will detect carpet

fuzz, especially on new carpet, which may cause the red light to remain on longer than expected..

Sensor Sensitivity

Switch

To clean the sensor, wipe the optic ceils with

a soft, dry cloth,. Never use cleaners or liquids as they can help speed the recoating

of the optic cells and make it necessary to clean them much sooner than normal. The

dirt sensor area can be reached by

removing the dust bin.

Optic

Always follow all safety precautions when cleaning and servicing the vacuum

cleaner..

Gather the cord and wrap ii loosely around the upper and lower cord hooks.

WARNING

Electrical Shock And Personal Injury Hazard

Disconnect electrical supply before

servicing or cleaning the unit° Failure to do so could result in elec-

trical shock or personal injury from cleaner suddenly starting.

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ING

Store the cleaner in a dry, indoor

area, on the floor with the handle

locked in the upright

position.

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. Wipe dry after cleaning, DO NOT drip water on

cleaner. Wash attachments in warm soapy water,

rinse and air dry. Do not clean in dish- washer.

Electrical Shock And Personal Injury 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,

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cAuTIoN ............................................

Do not use attachments if they wet.

Attachments used in dirty areas,

such as under a refrigerator, should not be used on other surfaces until

they are washed. They could leave

marks.

Always empty the dust bin when dirt

level reaches the "MAX FILU' line.

TO REMOVE DUST BIN:

WARNING

Electrical Shock And Personal Injury

Hazard Always unplug power cord from elec-

trical outlet before performing any service on vacuum,

TO EMPTY DUST BIN:

Turn This Direction

To Open For Emptying

Closed

(For Use)

Lift dust bin

release handle located at the top

of the dust bin

Every time dust bin is removed, rotate cleaning knob on top

of dust bin clockwise at least two complete

revolutions to clean filter and maintain

cleaning perfor- mance.

Dust Bin Port

Secondary

Release _-E "_-j Handle -_,_

Bin

Pull the handle forward and lift

dust bin up and out of the vacu-

um cleaner_

Cleaning

Knob

Remove any

clogs that

might be located in the

dust bin port or the sec-

ondary filter.

Operl

(For Emptying)

Rotate dust bin lid assembly counterclock- wise as indicated on the lid and lift off,

Pour dust bin contents

into a trash container.

TO CLEAN FILTER

The filter may be cleaned by

tapping it on a firm surface or

Cover

by rinsing it under a fauceL

Rinse with water only, do

not use any detergent or

soap° Allow the filter to dry

for 24 hours before putting

it back into the vacuum.

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