Kenmore 116.33721, 116.33720 Owner's Manual

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VacuumCleaner

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Model, Modelo

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

safety and operating

instructions before first use of this product.

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CUIDADO: Lea y sigue todas las

instrucciones de operaci6n y seguridad antes del uso de este producto.

Seam, Roebuckand Co., HoffmanEstates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.sears.com

Part No. C_1ZBVW10UQ(_ Printed in U.S,A.

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BeforeUsing Your New Vacuum ........ 2

Kenmom Vacuum Cleaner Warranty .... 2

ImportantSafety Instructions ........... 3

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

AssemblyInstructions ............... 5-6

OperatingInstructions................. 7

Pile Height Selectionand Setting ........ 7

Reteasing the Handle ................. 8

ON/OFF Switch ..................... 8

Attachments ..................... 9-10

Attachment Use Chart ............... 10

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

Performance Features ............... 11

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Please read this guide. It wilt 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 inforrnation. Your vacu-

um's model and serial numbers are located on the Model and Serial Number Plate.

Vacuum Cleaner Care ............... 12

VacuumStorage ................... 12

Cleaning Exteriorand Attachments ..... 12

Dust Bin Cleaning ................ 13-14

Secondary Filter Cleaning ............ 14

FilterChanging/Cleaning ............. 15

Belt Changing and Agitator Cleaning .. 16-17

Clog Removal ..................... 18

MotorProtector ..................... 18

Agitator Servicing ................... 19

Agitator Assembly .................. 19

Troubleshooting ..................... 2o

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

vacuum.

Model No.

Serial No.

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 use. 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.

Forwarrantyservice, retum thisvacuum cleaner to the nearest Sears Service Center inthe UnitedStates.

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

Your safety is importantto us.To reduce the riskoffire, electrical shock,injuryto per- sons ordamage when usingyour vacuum cleaner, follow basicsafety precautions

includingthe 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 outdoorsor on wet surfaces.

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 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 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, one unable to operate it properly.

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 flammable

or combustible liquids (gasoline, clean- ing 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 any-

SAVE THESE NSTRUCTIONS

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.

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It is important to know your vacuum cleaner's parts and features to assure its proper and safe use. Review these before using your cleaner.

Item Part No. Part No.

In U.S. In Canada

Belt 20-5275 20-40096

Hose

Holder

Cord Hook

Power Cord

Dust Bin Release

Primary -Dust Filter Bin

(Inside)

Nozzle

Cover

Hose

, Exhaust

Filter (Inside)

Screw

Handle

Release

Pedal_

On/Off

Switch

Model/Serial

Numbers

Brush

Wand

Retainer/ Carry Handle

Crevice

Tool

Motor Protector

Shoe

Hose

Furniture

Guard

Nozzle Cover

Retainers

EXTENSION HOSE KITS

SOME MODELS

Extension Hose

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Nozzle

Base

Before assembling vacuum, 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.

ElectricalShock Hazard Do not plug intothe electricalsupply

untilthe assembly iscomplete. Failure to do so could resulttn electricalshock

orinjury.

HANDLE ASSEMBLY

Remove the screw located just below the

top edge of the back of the vacuum.

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

While holding the power cord out of the way, slide the handle into the opening at the top

of the vacuum.

Handle

Screw

Hole

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.

Do not overtightan.

Overtighteningcouldstripthe screw holes.

Do not operate the cleaner withoutthe

screw inplace.

Using

driver,

the screw.

ATTACHMENT STORAGE

After the handle has been assembled to the body and the power cord has been wrapped

around the cord hooks, the attachments can be placed in their holders.

1. Snap the suction inlet end of the hose

into the back of the vacuum cleaner.

2. Place the hose behind the handle and over the hose holder.

3. Place the hose in the front slot of the tool holder, twisting and pushing down over

the short hose to assure a good connection.

4. Place the extension wand in the rear slot of the tool holder.

5. Slide the crevice tool into the slot beside the wand.

6. Place the dusting brush or combination brush on the wand with the brush portion

up.

CORD ASSEMBLY

Make sure the quick release cord hook is in the upright position. Remove the wire tie from the power cord.

Lock the cord into place by forcing it

into the locking notch on the body of the quick

release cord hook as shown. This

helps keep the power cord out

from under the vacuum cleaner

agitator.

Quick

Release

Cord

Power

Con

Lower Cord

Notch

Power

Wrap the power cord

around the quick release

cord hook and lower

cord retainer, then lock the

power cord plug onto the

power cord.

Handle -

Suction Inlet

Tool Holder

Brush

Extension

Wand

Tool

HOW TO START

Qulck

Re/ease

Hook

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

release cord hook. Check to be sure the power cord is still locked into the locking

notch in the quick release cord hook. NOTE: To reduce the risk of electric shock,

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, con-

tact a qualified technician to install the prop- er outlet. Do not change the plug in any

way.

1.Turn the quick release cord

hook to either side and down

to release the

power cord.

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PersonalInjury and Product Damage Hazard

• DO NOT plug in ifswitch is in the ON position,Personal injuryor

damage couldresult.

• DO NOT use outlets above coun- ters. Damage fromcord to items in

surroundingarea could occur.

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

Models with no selector adjust automatically tor varying carpet heights.

SOME MODELS

To select a 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 SE-I-FINGS You may need to raise the height to make

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

Models with two (2) positions: HIGH: medium to long pile.

LOW: short to medium pile. Models with four (4) positions:

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

MED: medium to long pile. LOW: short to medium pile.

EX LOW: very low pile.

Place unit in "HIGH" when using attach- ments to prevent possible floor damage.

ATTENTION: Special care is required when vacuuming certain types of carpet or floor

covering. Always check the carpet or floor covering manufacturer's recommended

cleaning instructions before vacuuming.

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