Kenmore 116.33912, 116.33913 Owner's Manual
Owner's Manual
Manual Del Propietario
Vacuum Cleaner
Aspiradora
Model, Modelo
116.33912
116.33913
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
safety and operating
instructions before first
use of this product.
CUIDADO:
Lea y siguatodaslas
instruccionesdeoperaci6n
y seguridad antes del uso de
este producto.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.com
Irnpreso en Mexico
Part No. CO1ZBZU1_UOO-8192540 Printed in Mexico
BeforeUsing Your NewVacuum ...... 2
Kenmore Vacuum Cleaner Warranty... 2
Important Safety Instructions ......... 3
Parts and Features .................. 4
Assembly Instructions ............. 6-6
Operating Instructions ............... 7
GettingStarted ...................... 7
Pile Height Selection and Setting ........ 7
Off/Floor/Carpet Switch ............... 8
Releasing the Handle ................. 8
Attachments ..................... 9-11
Attachment Use Chart ............... 11
Vacuuming Tips .................... 11
Performance Features ............. 12-13
Vacuum Cleaner Care ............... 14
Vacuum Storage .................... 14
Cleaning Exterior andAttachments ...... 14
Dust Bin Cleaning ................ 15-16
Secondary Screen Cleaning ........... 16
Filter Changing/Cleaning ............. 17
Clog Removal ..................... 18
Light Bulb Changing ................. 19
Agitator Cleaning ................... 20
Valve Cleaning ..................... 20
Troubleshooting .................... 21
Requesting service ........ (back page)
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 vacuum'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.
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.
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
Yoursafetyis importantto us.Toreducethe risk of fire,electricalshock,injury
to personsor damagewhenusingyour vacuumcleaner,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 surfaces.
Disconnect electrical supply before any
servicing or cleaning. Failure to do so
could result in electrical shock or person-
al 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.
Agitator Brush may suddenly restart,
disconnect from power supply before
servicing.
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, matches,
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-
one unable to operate it properly.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Proper assembly and safe use of your vacuum cleaner are your responsibilities. Your deaner 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
,outo such dangers as fire, electrical shock, bums and personal injury. CAUTION statements alert
ou to such dangers as personal injury and/or property damage.
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Item Part No. Part No.
In U.S. In Canada
Exhaust Filter 20-86889 20-86889C
Primary Filter 20-82720 20-82720C
Headlight Bulb 20-5248 20-5248C
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.
On/Off Switch
Handi-Mate Jr. ®
Power
Con
Lower
Hook
Qu_k
Release
Cord
Hook
Hose
Nozzle
Exhaust Filter
Combination.
Brush
Latch
Dust Bin
Tool
Sensor
Pile Height
Adjustment
Nozzl_
Indicator
Sensitivity
Switch
Nozzle
\
Pedal
Protector
ease
BONUS HOSE KITS
Extension Hose
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WARNING
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 List. Use this list to verify that
you have received all the components of
your new Kenmore vacuum.
Remove tape from dust bin latch.
HANDLE ASSEMBLY
Remove the two (2) handle screws located
in the body
Position the handle as shown in the illustra-
tion below
When installing the handle, firmly press the
Handle
Screw_,
Handle
Screw
Electrical_ I
Connection _'_ _l_._,_ Tape
handle onto the body. Secure with handle
screws provided,
Do not overtighten.
Overtightening could strip the
screw holes.
Do not operate the cleaner with-
out the screws 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.
Make sure the
power cord is
placed into the lock-
ing notch on the
body as shown. This
helps keep the
power cord out from
under the vacuum
cleaner agitator.
Power
Quick Release
Hook
Wrap the power cord around the upper and
lower cord hooks and lock the power cord
plug onto the power cord.
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EXTENSION HOSE ASSEMBLY
Connect extension hose to the valve
assembly by aligning "J" slot with raised tab
on valve assembly. Push downward and
rotate clockwise to lock in place.
Place the crevice tool in the rectangular
slot on back of wand holder.
Connect extension hose to telescopic wand
by aligning "J" slot with raised tab on wand.
Push hose downward and rotate clockwise
to lock in place.
Once extension hose is connected to the
telescopic wand, place the wand in the tele-
scopic wand location as shown.
For use of telescopic wand and extension
hose see ATTACHMENTS section on page 9
\,
Remove the Handi-Mate Jr. ® from the
plastic bag and insert Handi-Mate Jr. ® into
thevacuum cleaner as shown, then close
the Handi-Mate Jr. ® storage cover.
Extension _
Hose Wand
Slot
Valve
Assembly
Telescopic Wand
ion
Handi-Mate Jr.®
Handi-Mate Jr.®
Storage Cover
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Quick Release
Upper Cord
_. Hook
Turn the quick
release upper
cord hook to
either side
and down to
release the
power cord.
Release the power cord plug from the
power cord and pull the cord off the quick
release upper cord hook. 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.
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 outlet. Do not change the plug in any
way.
Plug the polarized power cord into a 120
Volt outlet located near the floor.
Personal Injury and Product
Damage Hazard
• DO NOT plug in if switch is in the
ON position. Personal injury or
damage could result.
• DO NOT use outlets above coun-
ters. Damage from cord to items in
surrounding area could occur.
To select a pile height setting:
Turn off cleaner. Select a pile height setting
by tilting the cleaner back until front wheels
are lifted siighUy off the floor as illustrated.
Slide the adjustment lever to the correct
setting.
SUGGESTED PILE HEIGHT SETTINGS
You may 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 long pile.
LOW: short to medium pile.
EX LOW: very low pile and bare floors.
Personal Injury Hazard
To avoid personal injury, DO NOT
place hands or feet underneath
the unit when changing height
setting.
HANDLE MOUNTED
To start the vacuum cleaner, slide the
ON/OFF/CARPET switch from the OFF
position to the FLOOR or CARPET position.
To stop the vacuum cleaner, slide the
ON/OFF/CARPET switch to the OFF position.
CAUTION
Refer to your carpet manufacturers
cleaning recommendations. Some
more delicate carpets may require that
they be vacuumed with the agitator
turned off, to prevent carpet damage.
OFF -turns both suction and brush motors off.
FLOOR - turns on the suction motor only. In
this position the brush assembly does not
revolve. Use this setting for cleaning hard-
wood and tile floors and when any attach-
ments (tools) are used.
CARPET - turns on both the suction and
the brush motors.
!r.V 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 occur.
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OFF
FLOOR Window
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.
Note: The agitator will not rotate if the vacu-
um cleaner is in the upright position.
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Handi-Mate Jr._
Combination Extension
Brush
Wand
Crevice
Identify each of the attachments shown above.
Remove the upper end of the hose that is
attached to the telescopic wand by grasping
the hose collar, 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.
Note: When using attachments make
sure the cleaner is in the upright position
and the selector window indicates
FLOOR.
Electrical Shock And Personal Injury
Hazard
Disconnect electrical supply before
servicing or cleaning the unit. Failure
to do so could result in electrical
shock or personal injury from cleaner
suddenly starting.
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TELESCOPING WAND WITH
SUCTION CONTROL SLIDE
FTelescopic Wand
_-" Crevice Tool
Remove
the tele-
scoping
wand from
its stor- _
age posi-
tion by
twisting
and
pulling
out.
Suction
Wand _ Control Slide
Wand
,_ Upper
Wand
On the telescopic wand tum the locking ring
clockwise to the UNLOCK position.
Extend the wand to its full length. Turn the
locking ring counter-clockwise to the LOCK
position. Attach the extension wand onto the
open end of the hose.
Remove the crevice tool from its storage
position on the wand holder. Attach crevice
tool to the extension wand.
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..
_.Crevice Tool
Telescopic Wand
Suction
Control
Ra_ed
_b
To achieve maximum reach with the attach-
ments, add the crevice toot to the end of the
wand by inserting and twisting slightly.
TO OPERATE SUCTION
CONTROLSLIDE
When using attachmpnts for cleaning
draperies, small rugs _vith low pile and other
delicate items, twist the suction control slide
to the open position. This will reduce suction
for ease of cleaning.
The slide is located on the telescoping wand,
close to the hose.
Note: Return
suction control
slide to the
closed position
for normal
cleaning.
Suction
Control
Slide
If cleaner has poor cleaning performance,
check to make sure the suction control slide
is closed.
Handi-Mate Jr.®
For operation of Handi-Mate Jr.®
see separate owners m_ _
TO STORE ATTACHMENTS
Remove combination brush from wand or
hose. Snap intoappropriate storage location.
Handi-Mate Jr.®
Storage Cover
Combination Extension
Brush
Wand
Crevice
Tool
Remove crevice tool from the wand by
twisting. Place in wand holder.
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.
Reinsert the extension hose and telescopic
wand firmly into wand holder.
Reinsert Handi-
Mate Jr.® into
the vacuum
cleaner as
shown then
close the Handi-
Mate Jr.® stor-
age cover.
Handi.Mate Jr.®
Handi-Mate J_®
Storage Cover
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BONUS HOSE
Insert the two tabs on the end of the bonus
hose into the two "J" shaped slots on the
unit hose and twist to connect.
Unit Hose _ Bonus Hose
All attachments and the telescoping wand
can be attached to the open end of the hose.
When using the extension hose or
with the bonus 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
CREVICE TOOL
COMBINATION BRUSH
Handi-Mate Jr.®
Furniture*
X
X
X
CLEANING AREA
Between
Cushions*
X
Drapes*
X
Stairs
X
X
X
*Always clean attachments before usingon fabrics.
Walls
X
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 full upright position. Place
pile height adjustment to HIGH when using
attachments to prevent possible floor dam-
age. Use the crevice tool or combo brush.
Set the Off/Floor/Carpet switch to Floor.
Personal Injury Hazard
Do not place cleaner on stairs. If it
falls, personal injury or property dam-
age could result.
For best cleaning results, keep the airflow
passage clear.
Occasionally, check each of the areas indi-
cated for clogs. (see page 18)
CAUTION
ug the cleaner from the outlet
re checking,
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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 through the
valve opening.
Note: Do not
block motor
protector,
Motor
Protector
To correct problem: See the TROUBLE-
SHOOTING chart.
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.
PERFORMANCE INDICATOR
When the unit is
running with
normal air flow,
the light on the
performance
indicator is off.
The light comes
on where \Performance
airflow becomes Indicator
blocked. If that occurs, check the dust
bin, clean/replace clogged filters, and
check other possible clog locations shown
in CLOG REMOVAL (see page 18).
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.
AGITATOR THERMAL PROTECTOR
This agitator has a thermal protector which
automatically trips to protect the agitator
motor 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 and
suction motor will remain on.
To correct problem: If this occurs, turn the
vacuum off and unplug the power cord from
the outlet to allow the agitator to cool and
the thermal protector to reset. Check for
and remove clogs, if necessary. Also
check and 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.
AGITATOR OVERLOAD
PROTECTOR
The agitator 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. The
suction motor will continue to run.
To correct
problem:
Turn off and
unplug
vacuum,
remove
obstruction,
then press
reset button.
To reset: Push in the agitator overload
protector button.
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DIRT SENSOR
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 Dirt
indicates dirt is Sensor
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.
Set the sensor switch to the HI (+) position when:
• Cleaning bare floors.
• Cleaning carpet with low pile height.
Set the sensor switch to the LO (-) position when:
• Cleaning heavily soiled areas.
• Cleaning carpet with deep pile.
• Cleaning new carpets.
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 j___-- _
Electrical Shock And Personal Injury
Hazard
Disconnect electrical supply before
servicing or cleaning the unit. Failure
to do so could result in electrical
shock or personal injury from cleaner
suddenly starting.
TO CLEAN DIRTSENSOR OPTICS
The dirt sensor optics consist of two optic
cells located inside the valve assembly.
Occasionally, it may become necessary to
clean the two optic cells to assure
maximum performance. Clean optic cells:
• When the red light stays on continuously.
• When the green light stays on
continuously.
• When dirt or dust adheres to the optic cells.
• Whenever the dust cup is cleaned.
l \ Ext\ken_sion
OeepC,ooo'ng l
I Valve
/,Assembly
• _Here
To clean the sensor, remove deep cleaning
nozzle hose at valve assembly by lifting
hose straight up. Remove extension hose
from the valve assembly by grasping hose
collar, twisting, and pulling straight off.
Lay cleaner back by pressing the handle
release pedal. (see Releasing the Handle
page 8).
With the hoses
removed you can
insert a cloth into Valve
) Opening
the valve opening.
"_ Valve
Wipe the optic cells
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.
Return cleaner to the upright position. Re-
attach nozzle hose and extension hose.
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VACUUM CLEANER CARE
Always follow all safety precautions when
cleaning and servicing the vacuum
cleaner.
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.
Gather the cord and wrap it loosely around
the upper and lower cord hooks.
Store the cleaner
in a dry, indoor
area, on the floor
with the handle
locked in the
upright
position.
WARNING
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.
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.
Do not use attachments if they are
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.
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