Kenmore 11634613305, 11634613304, 11634613301, 11634613300, 11634612305 Owner’s Manual
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ManualDelPropietario
VacuumCleaner
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CAUTION:
Read and follow all
safety and operating
instructions before first
use of this product.
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CUIDADO:
Lea y sigue todaslas
instrucciones de operacion
y seguridad antes del uso de
este producto.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.com
Printed in Mexico
Part No. C_1ZBEP90UO(3-8191538 Impreso en Mexico
Before UsingYour New Vacuum ........ 2
KenmoreVacuum Cleaner Warranty .... 2
ImportantSafety Instructions ........... 3
Parts and Features ................... 4
Assembly Instructions ............... 5-6
Operating Instructions................. 6
Pile HeightSelection and Setting ........ 7
Carpet/Bare FloorSelector ............ 7
Releasing the Handle ................. 8
ON/OFF Switch ..................... 8
Attachments ..................... 8-10
AttachmentUse Chart ............... 10
VacuumingTips .................... 11
PerformanceFeatures ............. 11-12
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 ............... 13
vacuum Storage ................... 13
Cleaning Exteriorand Attachments ..... 13
Dust Bag Changing ................. 14
FilterChanging .................... 15
Belt Changing and AgitatorCleaning .. 16-18
Clog Removal ..................... 19
LightBulb Changing ................. 20
AgitatorServicing ................... 21
AgitatorAssembly .................. 21
Troubleshooting ..................... 22
RequestingAssistance
Or Service ................... BackPage
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.
Forwarranty service, return this vacuum cleaner tothe 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.
Seam, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Your safety Is importantto us.To reducethe riskoffire, electricalshock, Injury to
personsor damage when usingyourvacuum cleaner, follow basicsafety 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 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 net 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 bag
and/or filters in place.
Always change the dust bag after vacu-
uming carpet cleaners or freshener,
powders and fine dust. These products
clog the bag, reduce airflow and can
cause the bag to burst. Faiture to
change bag 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 bag.
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 cre-
ate 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.
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
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
Dust Bag 20-50690 20-50690C
Headlight Bulb 20-5240 20-40600
Belt 20-5275 20-40096
Exhaust Filter 20-86889 20-86889C
Motor Safety Filter 20-86884 20-86884C
Bag Cover
Exhaust
Filter Cover
Release
Quick Release
Exhaust Filter
Power
Height
Lever
Lower
Cord Hooks
Carry
Han
Crevice
Tool
Telescoping
Swivel Hose
Headlight
Switch
Performance
Indicator
(Some Models)
Floor Selector
Nozzle
Cover
Latch
Base
(Underneath)
Spare Belt
(Underneath Nozzle Cover,
Behind Height Adjust Assembly)
Dusting
Combination
Brush
Handle
Release
Pedal
Model/Serial
Numbers
Stretch Hose
Motor
Protector
Agitator
(Underneath)
EXTENSION HOSE KITS
SOME MODELS
Extension Hose
[lUIUUIHIIlllIIII
_-t--- Adaptor
_FI SOME MODELS"
4
oor Brush Wand
! WARNING
ElectricalShock Hazard
Do not plug intothe electricalsupply
untilthe assembly iscomplete. Failure
to do so could resultin electrical 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 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
Screw
Hole
Attach
stretch hose
end to noz-
zle as
shown.
HANDLE ASSEMBLY
Screw
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.
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Using a
screw-
driver,
tighten
the
screw.
Do not overtighten.
Overtightening could stdp the screw
holes.
Do not operate the cleaner without
the screw in place.
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.
Wrap the power cord around the upper
and lower cord hooks and lock the power
cord plug onto the power cord.
Quick Releas
Upper Cord
Hook
Power
Cord
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
Quick Release
er 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 polar-
ized plug, one blade is wider than the
other.
1. Turn the
quick
release
upper cord
hook to
either side
and down to
release the
power cord.
Power
Cord
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.
4. Plug the polarized power cord into a
120 Volt outlet located near the floor.
• 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 to items in surrounding area
could occur.
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i
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To select a pile height setting:
Turn off cleaner. Select a pile height set-
ting 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 set-
tings are:
HIGH: shag carpet, long pile, plush, scat-
ter rugs.
MED: medium to long pile.
LOW: short to medium pile.
EX LOW: very low pile.
SOME MODELS
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
selector 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.
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 agitator
begins to revolve rapidly when the
vacuum is tumed on and Is In the
carpet setting.
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.
NOTE: For longer belt life, turn vacuum
off before moving selector, otherwise
make sure the selector is pushed fully and
quickly as possible to the desired position.
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
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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
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.
iL,
Crevice
Tool
Telescoping
Wanq
Dusting
Combination
- Stretch
Hose
Collar
Identify each of the attachments shown
above.
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 CARPET/BARE FLOOR SELECTOR
section.
When returning the bare floor selector to
the carpet setting, use caution as the
selector 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
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 bag quickly. See the
TROUBLESHOOTING section.
WARNING
Electrical Shock And Personal Injury
Hazard
Disconnect electrical supplybefore
servicing or cleaning the unit.Failure
to do so could resultin eloctrical
shock or personal injuryfrom cleaner
suddenly starting.
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The attached
hose swivels to
make cleaning
easier in every
direction.
Remove the
hose from the
hose clip by
pulling straight
out.
TELESCOPING WAND WITH
SUCTION CONTROL SLIDE
SOME MODELS
Crevice Remove the
Toot telescoping
wand from
,Telescoping its storage
Wand position.
To achieve maximum reach with
the attachments, add the
crevice
tool to the end of
the wand by Suction
inserting and Control
twisting slightly.
Wand
Crevice
Tool
When using the
dusting brush
or the combina-
tion brush, they
may be
attached direct-
ly to the wand
or placed on
the end of the
crevice tool.
Slide--_
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.
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 Suction
for cleaning Control
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.
Slide
CAUTION
Whenusingattachments,becarefulnot_o
overextendbhes_ch hosewhenreaching.
T_ng toreach_ thehosestretch
capabililycouldcauselhe clearerto _p ova-.
Makesurethe ca,'l:mM:m_floorselectorisin
the barefloorposition.Damagetolhefloor
surfacemayoccurif thecaipet_ is
used.
TO STORE A'I-I'ACHMENTS
Remove dusting brush or combination
brush. Snap into appropriate storage location.
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 from the
hose end.
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
ower
Wand
Unlock
\
Locking
Ring
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 _hich it was removed.
Press firmly to assure connection
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 end 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 -_'-_L_
wandJ
DO NOT pull the vacuum cleaner
around the room by the hose. Property
damage could result.
A'I-FACHMENT
DUSTING BRUSH <_
CREVICE TOOL
COMBINATION BRUSH
Handi-Mate_ Jr.
"Always clean attachments before using on fabrics.
Furniture*
X
X
X
X
Between
Cushions*
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When usingthe regular hose or with
the extension hose attached,the
cleaner shouldbe on a solid surface
on the same level or below the levelof
the user'sfeet. DO NOT usathe hoses
when the cleaner is above the level of
the user'sfeet.
CLEANING AREA
Drapes*
X
X X
X X
Stairs
X
Walls
X
Carpet edges.
Guide either side or the front of the noz-
zle along a baseboard. The full length
brushes help remove dirt at carpet edges.
Stairs.
Put handle in full upright position. Place
the carpet/bare floor selector in the bare
floor position. Use the crevice tool or fab-
ric brush. Set the On/Off switch to ON.
WARNING
Personal Injury Hazard
Use care if vacuum cleaner is placed
on stairs. If it falls, personal injury or
property damage could result.
For best cleaning
results, keep the
airflow passage
clear.
Occasionally,
check each of the
areas indicated for
clogs.
Unplug the
cleaner from the outlet
before checking.
MOTOR PROTECTION
SYSTEM
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
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
TROUBLESHOOTING section.
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 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 indicator is located on the
front of the switch cover.
The red light indicates dirt is being 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.
No light indicates that most of the
cleaning is complete.
/
Switch
I Cover
ElectricalShock And Personal Injury
Hazard
Disconnect electricalsupply before
servicing or cleaning the unit. Failure
to do so could resultin electrical
shock or personal injuryfrom cleaner
suddenly starting.
TO CLEAN DIRT SENSOR OPTICS
The dirt sensor optics consist of two optic
cells located inside the bag holder.
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 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.
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Optical
Cell,. Holder
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.
! WARNING
Electdcal Shock And Personal Injury
Hazard
Disconnect electrical supply before
servicing or cleaning the unit. Failure
to do so could resultin aiectdcai
shock or personal injuryfrom clean-
er 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. DO NOT drip
water on cleaner.
Clean exterior using a clean, soft cloth that has
been dipped in a solution of mild liquid deter-
gent and water, then wrung dry. Wipe dry after
cleaning.
To reduce static electricity and dust build-up,
wipe outer surface of cleaner and attachments.
Wash attachments in warm soapy water, rinse
and air dry. Do not ctean in _.
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 injuryor
damage.
Do not use attachments if they are
wet. Attachments used in dirty areas,
such as under a rafdgerator, should
not be used on other surfaces until
they are washed. They could leave
marks.
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TO REMOVE DUST BAG
! WARNING
Always unplug power cord from elec-
trical outlet before performing any
service on vacuum.
Pull out on the
bag cover
release located
near the top of
the bag cover.
Bag Cover _J
TO REPLACE DUST BAG
Unfold the
new dust bag. Dust
Fold the safety
seal tab on the _[_._ .=F--_...._ safety
new dust bag '/'__.t Tab
away from the
fits on the bag
opening that _-'_/
holder.
NOTE: See PARTS AND FEATURES for
Bag number.
Bag
Insert the dust bag
onto the bag holder
completely by holding
the bag collar.
Bag
Grasp the dust bag
collar and pull gen- \.
tly, carefully remov-
ing the dust bag.
Throw away the
used dust bag.
Do not reuse.
• BagHelder Check the bag
- Meter
Safety TROUBLE-
Filter SHOOTING.
Pull the bag
cover forward
and lift up.
Remove and
lay aside.
/Dust
Bag
holder and the
motor safety ill-
ter• If either is
blocked, check
Tuck the bag
behind each of
the four bag
retention corner
flaps shown here.
Be sure the bot-
tom and sides of
the dust bag are
completely within
bag cavity prior to
replacing the bag
COVer.
Close the bag
cover.
Place the dust bag
cellar into position.
Bag
Retention
Corner
Flaps
Position the bag
cover so its
positioning tabs
fit into the body
positioning tab
slots.
! CAUTION
NEVER REUSE A DUST BAG. Very
fine materials, such as carpet fresh-
ener, face powder, fine dust, plaster,
soot, etc. can clog the bag and
cause it to burst before it is full.
Change bag more often when vacu-
uming these materials.
You will hear a
distinct snap
when cover _s
securely closed.
Check to see
that the dust bag
is fully enclosed in the bag cover.
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