Kenmore 11633913301, 11633912301 Owner’s Manual

Owner's Manual

Manual Del Propietario

Vacuum Cleaner

Aspiradora

Model, Modelo

CAUTION:

Read and follow all safety and operating

instructions before first use of this product.

116.33912

116.33913

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

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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

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.

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)

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.

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

On/Off Switch

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.

Handi-Mate Jr. ®

Combination.

Brush

Latch

Dust Bin

Nozzle

Power Con

Lower

Hook

Qu_k Release Cord

Hook

Hose

Tool

Protector

Nozzle

Sensor

Pile Height Adjustment

Exhaust Filter

Nozzl_

Indicator

Sensitivity

Switch

Pedal

BONUS HOSE KITS

Extension Hose

ease

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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

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

Handle Screw_,

Handle

Screw

Electrical_ I

Connection _'_ _l_._,_ Tape

handle onto the body. Secure with handle screws provided,

Quick Release

Hook

Wrap the power cord around the upper and

lower cord hooks and lock the power cord

plug onto the power cord.

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

Extension _ Hose Wand

Slot

Valve

Assembly

Telescopic Wand

ion

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.

Handi-Mate Jr.®

Storage Cover

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Quick Release

Upper Cord

_. Hook

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.

Turn the quick release upper

cord hook to either side and down to

release the

power cord.

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.

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.

TELESCOPING WAND WITH SUCTION CONTROL SLIDE

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.

Remove

FTelescopic Wand

the tele- scoping

wand from

age posi- tion by twisting

_-" Crevice Tool

and pulling

its stor- _ out.

Wand _ Control Slide

Wand

,_ Upper

Suction

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.

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.

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

Handi-Mate Jr.®

Telescopic Wand

Suction Control

Ra_ed

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

For operation of Handi-Mate Jr.®

see separate owners m_ _

TO STORE ATTACHMENTS

Remove combination brush from wand or hose. Snap into appropriate storage location.

Handi-Mate Jr.® Storage Cover

Combination Extension Brush

Wand

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

Suction

Control

Slide

closed position for normal

cleaning.

If cleaner has poor cleaning performance, check to make sure the suction control slide is closed.

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

Handi.Mate Jr.®

the vacuum cleaner as

shown then close the Handi- Mate Jr.® stor-

age cover.

Handi-Mate J_® Storage Cover

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.

ATTACHMENT

CREVICE TOOL

COMBINATION BRUSH

Furniture*

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,

CLEANING AREA

Between

Cushions*

Drapes*

Stairs

Walls

Handi-Mate Jr.®

*Always clean attachments before usingon 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 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,

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

To reset: Push in the agitator overload

protector button.

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

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/,Assembly

I Valve

• _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

the valve opening. 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.

) Opening

"_ Valve

Return cleaner to the upright position. Re- attach nozzle hose and extension hose.

VACUUM CLEANER CARE

Always follow all safety precautions when

cleaning and servicing the vacuum cleaner.

Gather the cord and wrap it loosely around

the upper and lower cord hooks.

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.

WARNING

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.

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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