Kenmore 116.33922, 116.33923 Owner's Manual
Owner'sManual
ManualDelPropietario
VacuumCleaner
Aspiradora
Model, Modelo
116.33922
116.33923
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
safety and operating
instructions before first
use of this product.
CUIDADO:
Lea y sigue todas las
instrucciones de operacion
y seguridad antes del uso de
este producto.
Sears, Roebuckand Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.com
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Before Using Your New Vacuum ........ 2
KenmoreVacuum Cleaner Warranty .... 2
ImportantSafety Instructions ........... 3
UprightVacuum Cleaner Parts and
Features ............................ 4
Assembly Instructions ............... 5-6
OperatingInstructions................. 6
Releasingthe Handle ................. 7
ON/OFF Switch ..................... 7
Pile Height Selection and Setting ........ 7
AgitatorOn/Off Selector .............. 8
Attachments ..................... 8-10
Attachment Use Chart ............... 11
Vacuuming Tips .................... 11
Performance/Safety Features ....... 12-13
Vacuum Cleaner Care ............... 14
Vacuum Storage ................... 14
Cleaning Exteriorand Attachments ..... 14
Dust Bag Changing ................. 15
Filter Changing .................... 16
LightBulbChanging ................. 17
AgitatorCleaning ................... 17
Clog Removal ..................... 18
Troubleshooting ..................... 19
Reques_ngh.ssisianceOr 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 vacu-
um'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, retumthis vacuum cleanerto the nearest Sears Service Center in the
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
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Your safety is importantto us. To reduce the riskof fire, electdcal shock, injury to per-
sonsor damage when usingyourvacuum 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 surfaces.
Disconnect electrical supply before any
servicing or deanin 9. Fal!ure to do so
could result in electrical snack or person-
al injury.
Always turn cleaner off before unplugging.
Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To
unplug, grasp the plug, not the core.
Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If
cleaner is not working as it should, has
been dropped damaged left outd.doors, or
aroppeo mto water, return it to a bears
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, hnt, hair and anything
that may reduce air flow.
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all
parts of body away from openings and
mowng parts.
The hose contains electrical wires. Do
not use when damaged or punctured.
Avoid picking up sharp objects.
Always turn off appliance before connect-
ing or disconnecting either hose or motor-
ized nozzle.
Do not use cleaner without dust bag
and/or filters in place.
Always change the dust bag after vacu-
uming carpet cleaners or freshener, pow-
ders and fine dust. These products clog
the bag, reduce airflow and can cause
the bag to burst. Failure to change bag
could cause permanent damage to the
cleaner.
Do not use the cleaner to pick up sharp
hard objects, small toys, pms, paper
clips, etc. They may damage the cleaner
or dust bag.
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, 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 any-
one unable to operate it properly.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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 impor-
tant 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, electrical shock, burns
and personal injury. CAUTION statements alert you to such dangers as personal injury
and/or property damage.
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Itis importantto knowyourvacuumcleaner'spartsandfeaturestoassureitsproperandsafe
use.Reviewthesebeforeusingyourcleaner.
Item Part No. Part No.
In U.S. In Canada
Dust Bag 20-50690 20-50690C
Headlight Bulb 20-5248 20-5248C
Exhaust Filter 20-86889 20-86889C
Motor Safety Filter 20-86884 20-86884C
Switch
Power-Mate Jr.®
- Power
Cord
Bag Cover
Bag
Exhaust
Filter Cover
Exhaust Filter
(Inside)
(Some
Models)
Performance
_ca_r
(Some
Model_
Agitator
On/Off
Selector
Lower
Carry
Handle I
Crevice
Tool
Telescoping I
Wand--_
Dusting
Brush I_
Combination
Brush
Handle
Release _ i
Pedal_
Model/Serial
Numbers
Stretch Hose
Motor
Protector
/
Agitator
(Underneath)
Headlight
Release
Pedal
Base
Agitator Overload
Reset Button
EXTENSION HOSE KITS
SOME MODELS
Bonus Hose
SOME
MODELS
Power-Mate Jr.®
E WARNING
ElectdcalShock Hazard
Do not plug into the electdcal supply
untilthe assemblyis complete. Failure
to do so could resultinelectricalshock
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 the
Tape tape located
below the dust
cover/filter cover
on the motor
• case.
Attach stretch hose
end to nozzle as
shown.
HANDLE ASSEMBLY
Screw
Remove the screw located just below the
top edge of the back of the vacuum.
Position the handle as shown in the illustra-
tion.
Slide the handle into the opening at the top
of the vacuum.
Ha ndie ----/
Screw
Hole
_ _ Handle
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 screwdriver, ti
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! CAUTION
Do not overtighten.
Overtighteningcouldstdp the screw
holes.
Do not operate the cleaner withoutthe
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.
Lock the cord into
place by forcing it into
the locking notch on
the body of the quick
release upper cord
hook as shown. This
helps keep the power
cord out from under
the vacuum cleaner
agitator.
Loekin(
Power
Upper Cord
Hook
Cord
Lower
Cord
Wrap the power cord around the upper and
lower cord hooks an_J.lock the power cord
plug onto the power cord.
POWER-MATE JR.®
For operation of Power-Mate Jr.® see
seperate owners manual.
Power-Mate Jr.®
Tab
Latch
Caddy
TO INSERT POWER-MATE JR ®
Place the rear of the Power-Mate Jr ®into
the caddy
Rotate the Power-Mate Jr.® back until it
snaps into place.
TO REMOVE POWER'MATE JR.®
Lift up on the latch and rotote Power-Mate
Jr. ®out of the caddy.
HOW TO START
Release
Hook
1. Turn the
quick release
upper cord
hook clock-
wise to
release the
power cord.
2. 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.
3. Check to see if the cleaner has bag
installed. See DUST BAG CHANGING.
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.
4. Plug the polarized power cord into a 120
Volt outlet located near the floor.
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5. To replace cord, turn upper hook counter-
clockwise pointing up, then wrap cord.
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WARNING
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 counters.
Damage from cord to items in surround-
ing area could occur.
Releasethehandlebypressingdownon
thehandlereleasepedalwithyourfootand
pullingbackanddownonthehandlewith
yourhand.
Note: The agitator will not rotate if the vacu-
um cleaner is in the upright position.
Handle
Release
Pedal
HANDLE MOUNTED
SOME MODELS
To start the vacuum cleaner, slide the
On/Off switch from the OFF position to the
ON position. To stop the vacuum cleaner,
slide the On/Off switch to the OFF position.
Note: This switch operates the suction
motor only. For the agitator to rotate, the
agitator On/Off selector must be in the ON
position and the handle must be released
from the upright position.
To select a pile heightsetting:
Turn off cleaner. Select a pile height setting
by tilting the cleaner back until front wheels
are lifted slightly off the floor.
Slide the adjustment lever to the correct set-
ting.
There are four (4) pile height settings on the
vacuum. Use the LOW setting for most car-
pets and bare floor cleaning (with agitator
OFF), and the HIGH setting for very long
pile carpets like shag carpet, scatter rugs,
etc. Use the other settings as needed for
carpet heights in-between.
Height
Adjustment
Lever
\
CAUTION
Do not allow vacuum cleaner to remain
inone spot for any length of time when
the agitatoris turning. Damage to car-
pet may occur.
OFF Position:Step on the back half of the
pedalto turn off the agitator for use on bare
floors.
In the OFF position, the agitator does not
rotate. This setting should be used for
cleaning hardwood and tile floors.
Note: The light will remain on when vacu-
uming with the agitator in the OFF Position,
provided the vacuum is not fully upright.
ON Position: Step on the front half of the
pedal to turn on the agitator for use on car-
peting.
In the ON position, the agitator will turn.
When carpets are being cleaned the selec-
tor should be in this position.
Attention: Refer to your carpet manufactur-
ers cleaning recommendations. Some more
delicate carpets may require that they be
vacuumed with the agitator turned off, to
prevent carpet damage.
! WARNING
Personal Injury Hazard
DO NOT place hands or feet under-
neath the unitwhen changingthe
AgitatorOn/Off Selectorto the On
position. The agitatorbeginsto
revolverapidly.
Crevice
Tool
Telescoping
Dusting
Combination
Brus,
Stretch
Hose
Hose
Collar
Identify each of the attachments shown
above.
TO USE ATFACHMENTS
Remove the lower end of the stretch hose
from the cleaner by grasping the hose col-
lar, press release button and pull 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 attach-
ments themselves or by new carpet fuzz fill-
ing the bag quickly. See the
TROUBLESHOOTING section.
E WARNING
Electdcel Shock And Personal Injury
Hazard
Disconnectelectricalsupplybefore
servicingor cleaning the unit. Failure
to do so could resultin electricalshock
or personal injuryfrom cleanersud-
denlystarting.
The attached
hose swivels to
make cleaning
easier in every Hose
direction. Clip
Remove the
hose from the
hose clip by
pulling straight
out.
TELESCOPING WAND WITH
SUCTION CONTROL SLIDE
SOME MODELS
Crevice Remove the
Tool
telescoping
wand from
Telescoping its storage
Wand position.
Remove the
crevice tool from its storage position in 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.
Lower_._ _ Suction
Wand"""_'_.r_ Control Slide
f Wan.
_ . _..._ Locking Ring |-
Unlock _ 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 achieve maximum reach
with the attachments, add the
crevice tool to the end of the
wand by inserting and
twisting slightly. Hose-
Suction
Control
CreviceTool "Raised
When using the dusting brush or the com-
bination brush, they may be attached
directly to the wand or placed on the end of
the crevice tool.
Dusting Brush
_ (Some Models) Wand
_-- Combination _
I/1 rush Some
Models)
TO OPERATE SUCTION CON-
TROL 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 lever is located on
the telescoping wand, close to the hose.
This will reduce suction for ease of cleaning.
Note: Return
suction control
slide to the closed
position for
normal cleaning.
Suction
Control
Slide
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.
TO STORE ATTACHMENTS
Remove dusting brush or combination
brush. Snap into appropriate storage location.
Remove crevice toot from the wand by twist-
ing. Lay aside.
Remove the extension wand from the hose.
Twist the wand to the left and pull from the
hose end.
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 lower body from which it was removed.
Press firmly to assure connection.
CAUTION
DO NOT pull the vacuum cleaner
around the room by the hose. Property
damage could result.
EXTENSION HOSE
SOME MODELS
Some models include an extra hose which
connects to the stretch hose on the vacuum
for a longer cleaning reach.
_onus
Release
Electrical
Connec_on
-Extension
Hose
Connect bonus hose to extension hose by
pressing together. Make sure electrical
connections are pressed firmly together.
To disconnect press release button on
hose and pull apart.
When usingthe regular hoseor with
the extensionhose attached, the
cleaner should be on a solid surface
onthe same level or belowthe level of
the user'sfeet. DO NOT use the hoses
when the cleaner isabovethe level of
the user'sfeet.
POWER-MATE JR.®
When attaching Power-Mate Jr.® to
extension hose press together and align
electrical connections.
Power-Mate Jr.®
_- _ Electrical
Connectors
To disconnect press release button on
hose and pull apart.
CAUTION
!
rf., CAUTION
DO NOT leave the Power-Mate Jr.®
running in one spot for any length of
time. Damage to carpet may occur.
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ATFACHMENT
DUSTING BRUSH
CREVICE TOOL
COMBINATION BRUSH
Power-Mate Jr.®
Furniture*
X
X
X
CLEANING AREA
Between
Cushions*
Drapes*
X
X x
x x
x x
*Always clean attachments before using on fabrics.
Stairs
Walls
X
t{
Pivoting
Brushes
_._ Caq0et edges
Guide either side or
the front of the noz-
zle along a base-
board. The pivoting
brushes help
remove dirt at car-
pet edges.
Stairs
Put handle in full upright position. Agitator
stops rotating. Use the crevice tool or fabric
brush. Set the On/Off switch to ON and
move the Agitator On/Off selector to the
OFF position.
Personal Injury Hazard
Use care if vacuum cleaner is placed
on stairs. If it falls, personal Injury or
property damage could result.
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.
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MOTOR PROTECTION
SYSTEM
Motor Protector
This vacuum has a motor protector by-pass
valve which automatically opens to provide
cooling air to the suction 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.
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
bag quickly. See the
TROUBLESHOOTIN_G
section. '
Motor
Protector
Note: Do not block motor protector.
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 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.
Agitator Overload
Reset Button
To correct problem: Turn off and unplug
vacuum, remove obstruction, then press
reset button.
To reset: Push in the agitator overload
protector button.
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
disposable dust bag, motor safety filter and
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.
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DIRT SENSOR
SOME MODELS
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.
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.
JjP "
- Sensor
Sensitivity
Switch
/ I
Switch
Cover
l WARNING
Electrical Shock And Personal Injury
Hazard
Disconnectelectricalsupplybefore
servicingor cleaningthe unit. Failure
to do so could resultin electricalshock
or personalinjuryfrom cleaner sud-
denlystarting.
TO CLEAN DIRT SENSOR OPTICS
m
The dirt sensor optics consist of two optic
cells located inside the bag holder.
U
Occasionally, it may become necessary to
clean the two optic cells to assure
maximum performance. It is
recommended the optic cells be cleaned:
• 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 bag is changed.
To clean the sensor, 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. The
dirt sensor area can be reached by
removing the dust cover and the dust bag.
Optic
Cells -.<
I - Bag Holder
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