Kenmore 116.34728 User Manual [en, es]
Owner^s Manual
Manual Del Propietario
KenmorG
Vacuum Cleaner
Aspiradora
Model, Modelo 116.34728
116.34729
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
safety and operating
instructions before first
use of this product.
CUIDADO:
Lea y sigua todas las
instrucciones de operación
y seguridad antes del uso de
este producto.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.com
Part No. C01ZCKP00U00-KC01ZCKPZ0U0
Impreso en Mexico
Printed in Mexico
Before Using Your New Vacuum
Cleaner......................................................2
Vacuuming Tips
Performance Features ..........................................11
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Kenmore Vacuum Cleaner Warranty .2
Important Safety Instructions
Parts and Features
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Assembly Instructions
Operating Instructions
Getting started .........................................................6
Pile Height Selection and Setting............................7
On/Off Switch.............................................................7
Variable Power Control
Releasing the Handle
Carpet/Bare Floor Selector .....................................8
Attachments...............................................................9
Attachment Use Chart
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Vacuum Cleaner Care
Vacuum Cleaner Storage ......................................13
Cleaning Exterior and Attachments .... 13
Dust Bin Cleaning
Filter Screen Cleaning
Filter Changing/Cleaning ......................................16
Belt Changing and Agitator Cleaning .17-19
Clog Removal
Light Bulb Changing
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Troubleshooting....................................22
Requesting service
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BEFORE USING YO
Please read this guide. It will help you assemble and operate your new Kenmore vacuum
cleaner 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 cleaner’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 cleaner.
Model No.
Serial No.
Date of Purchase
Keep this book and your sales check (receipt) in a safe place for future reference.
KENMORE VACUUM CLEANER WARRANTY
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
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
lAIA nkllkl/*^ Yoursafety is important to US. To reduce the risk of
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Read all instructions in this manual before
assembiing or using your vacuum cleaner.
Use your vacuum cleaner only as
described in this manual. Use only with
Sears recommended attachments.
Disconnect eiectrical supply before ser
vicing or cleaning out the brush area.
Failure to do so could result in eiectrical
shock or injury from moving parts.
Do not ieave the vacuum cleaner when
plugged in. Unpiug from outlet when not
in use and before servicing.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock - Do
not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close
attention is necessary when used by or
near children.
Do not use with a damaged cord or plug.
If vacuum cleaner is not working as it
should, has been dropped, damaged, left
outdoors, or dropped in water, return it to
a Sears Service Center.
Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as
a handle, close a door on cord, or pull
cord around sharp edges or corners. Do
not run vacuum cleaner over cord. Keep
cord away from heated surfaces.
Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To
unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with
wet hands.
Do not put any objects into openings.
1fire, electrical shock, injury to persons or damage
when using your vacuum cleaner, follow basic
safety precautions including the following:
lUrn off all controls before unplugging.
Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
Do not rest vacuum cleaner on steps. Do
not put on chairs, tables, etc. Keep on
floor.
Do not use vacuum cleaner to pick up
flammable or combustible liquids (gaso
line, cleaning fluid, perkjmes, etc.), or use
in areas where they may be present. The
fumes from these substances can create
a fire hazard or explosion.
Do not pick up anything that is burning or
smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or
hot ashes.
Do not use vacuum 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 the bag
promptly could cause permanent damage
to the vacuum cleaner.
Do not use the vacuum cleaner to pick up
sharp hard objects, small toys, pins, paper
clips, etc. They may damage the vacuum
cleaner or dust bag.
Unplug before connecting Handi-mate Jr.
(if applicable). Keep hands away from bris
tles when unit is on.
You are responsible for making sure that
your vacuum cleaner is not used by any
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 extend the stretch hose, extension
hose or hose combination beyond its
reach. Doing so can cause the vacuum
cleaner to tip and may cause personal
injury or property damage.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Proper assembly and safe use of your vacuum cleaner are your responsibilities. Your vac
uum cleaner is intended 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.
Item
Exhaust Filter
Part No.
In U.S.
20-86889
Part No.
In Canada
20-86889C
It is important to know your vacuum
cleaner’s parts and features to assure
its proper and safe use. Review these
before using your vacuum cleaner
Primary Filter
20-82720 20-82720
Headlight Bulb 20-5248
Belt
Quick
Release
Upper Cord
Hook
Lower
Cord
Hook
Combination
Brush
Dust Bin
Release
Handle
20-5275 20-40096
20-40300
Handi-Uate Jr.® (Inside)
Plug
Head
Dust Bln
Handle
Onion
Switch
Power
Cord
Extension
Hose
Variable
Speed Control
Exhaust Filter
Cover
(Filter inside)
Dirt
Sensor
Motor
Protector
ModellSe/ial
Number Label
Pile Height
Adjustment
Lever
Furniture
Guard
Headiight
Dust Bin Port/
Dirt Sensor Optics
(Inside)
Handle Release
Pedal
Lower
Hose
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Please pay special attention to these hazard alert boxes, and follow any instructions
given. WARNING statements alert you to such dangers as fire, electric shock, burns
and personal injury. CAUTION statements alert you to such dangers as personal
injury and/or property damage.
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mRNING
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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 the vacuum cleaner,
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 vacu
um cleaner.
Remove tape from dust bin release handle.
HANDLE ASSEMBLY
Remove the two (2) handle screws located
in the body.
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CAUTION
Do not overtighten.
Overtightening could strip the
screw holes.
Do not operate the vacuum
cleaner without 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.
Lock the power cord
into the locking
notch base by
pressing it into the
quick release upper
cord hook as shown.
This helps keep the
power cord out from
under the vacuum
cleaner agitator.
Handta
Screw
Position the handle as shown in the illustra
tion below.
When installing the handle, firmly press the
handle onto the body Secure with handle
screws provided.
Handle
Handle
Screw
Tape
Note: Do Not
Remove Tape
Body
Wrap the power cord around the upper and
lower cord hooks and lock the power cord
plug onto the power cord.
EXTENSION HOSE ASSEMBLY
1. Connect extension hose to the wand
holder by twisting and pushing down
over the wand holder to assure a good
connection.
2. Connect the extension hose by align
ing the “J” slot with raised tabs. Push
downward and rotate clockwise to lock
in place.
For use of extension wand and hose see
ATTACHMENTS section.
Extewlon
Host
Ralaad
Tab
Wand
HoMar
Remove the Handi-Mate Jr. ® from the
plastic bag and insert Handi-Mate Jr. ®
into the vacuum cleaner as shown, then
close the Handi-Mate Jr. ® storage cover.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
I.Turn the quick
release upper cord
hook to either side
and down 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. Be sure the power
cord is still locked into the locking notch on
the upper cord hook.
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HandhMate Jr.<S>
Stanga Covar
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WARNING
This plug will fit in a polarized out
let only one way. If the plug does
not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the
plug. If it stilt does not fit, contact a
qualified technician to install the
proper outlet. Do not change the
plug in any way.
3. Plug the polarized power cord into a 120
Volt outlet located near the floor.
4. To replace cord, turn upper hook counter
clockwise pointing up, then wrap cord.
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock,
this vacuum cleaner has a polarized
plug, (one blade is wider than the
other.)
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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 dam
age 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 vacuum cleaner. Select a pile
height setting by tilting the vacuum clean
er back until front wheels are lifted slightly
off the floor.
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 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 and bare floors.
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 posi
tion.
Sel«:tor
Window
This vacuum cleaner is equipped with a
variable power control which will allow you
to select any cleaning power from low to
high.
Set to LOW suction power for delicate
fabrics such as draperies. Set to MAX or
full power for more conventional carpet or
bare floor cleaning.
To set to MAX suction power, move the
control knob fully to the right.
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.
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.
For deep cleaning set the power control to
MAX.
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NOTE: For longer belt life, turn vacuum off
before moving selector. 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.
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.
In this position the brush assembly will turn.
When carpets are being cleaned the selec
tor 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.
1 m>-ilVi Carpet/Bare
Floor Selector
To Bare Floor
Position
To Carpet
Position
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To achieve maximum reach with the attach
ments. add the crevice tool to the end of the
wand by inserting and twisting slightly.
Combination
Brush
Cravica
Tool
Wand
Identify each of the attachments shown above.
Remove the upper end of the hose that is
attached to the wand holder 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
lint filling the dust bin quickly. See the
TROUBLESHOOTING table.
Note: When using attachments make
sure the vacuum cleaner is in the upright
position and the Carpet/ Bare Floor selec
tor is in the BARE FLOOR position.
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WARNING
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 vacuum cleaner sud
denly starting.
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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 vacuum cleaner
to tip over.
Handi-Mate Jr.®
For operation of Handi-Mate
Jr.® see separate owners
manual
TO STORE ATTACHMENTS
Remove combination brush from wand or
hose. Snap into appropriate storage location.
Remove crevice tool from the wand by twist
ing. Place in end of wand.
Reattach the extension hose to the wand
holder and place wand in slot on front of
wand holder.
Reinsert HandiMate Jr.® into
the vacuum
cleaner as
shown then
close the HandiMate Jr.® stor
age cover.
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CAUTION
Attachments used in dirty areas,
such as under refrigerator, should
not be used on other surfaces until
they are washed. They could leave
marks.
Handi-Mate Jr.®
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Handi-Mate Jr.®
Storage Cover
ATTACHMENTS Furniture*
Between
Cushions* Drapes* Stairs
Walls
CREVICE TOOL
COMBINATION BRUSH
Handi'Mate Jr. ®
‘Always dean attachments before using on fabrics. / = Applicable
Carpet edges
Guide either side or the front of the noz
zle along a baseboard. The full width agi
tator brushes help remove dirt at carpet
edges.
Stairs
Set handle in full upright position. Set the
Carpet/ Bare Floor selector to BARE
FLOOR when using attachments to pre
vent possible floor damage. Use the
crevice tool or combo brush.
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/ / / /
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For best cleaning results, keep the airflow
passage clear.
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CAUTION
Unplug the vacuum cleaner from the
outlet before checking.
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WARNING
Personal Injury Hazard
Do not place the vacuum cleaner
on the stairs. If may fall causing,
personal injury or property
damage.
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MOTOR PROTECTION
SYSTEM
Thermal Protector
This vacuum cleaner 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. This allows the
motor to cool in order to prevent possible
damage to the vacuum cleaner.
To correct problem: If this occurs, turn
the vacuum cleaner off and unplug the
power cord from the outlet to allow the
vacuum cleaner to cool and the thermal
protector to reset. Check for and remove
clogs, if necessary. Also check and
clean/replace any clogged filters. Wait
approximately thirty (30) minutes and
plug the vacuum cleaner In and turn
back on to see if the motor protector
has reset. The motor protector will not
reset if the vacuum cleaner is not
turned off even if the vacuum cleaner
has cooled down.
MOTOR PROTECTOR
This vacuum cleaner is also equipped with
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 cleaner, 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 table.
Note; The motor protector may open
when using attachments or when cleaning
new carpet, due to reduced airflow caused
by the attachments themselves or by new
carpet lint filling the dust bin quickly. See
the TROUBLESHOOTING table.
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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 indicator is located on the
front of the vacuum cleaner as illustrated.
TO CLEAN DIRT SENSOR OPTICS
The dirt sensor optics consist of two optic
cells located inside the dust bin port
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 dirt or dust adheres to the optic
cells.
• Whenever the dust bin is cleaned.
To clean the dirt sensor optics, remove
Dust Bin as outlined in the (Dust Bin
Cleaning section).
A red light indicates dirt is being picked up
by the vacuum 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 vacuum cleaner.
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WARNING
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 vacuum cleaner suddenly
starting.
With the dust bin removed you can insert a
cloth into the dust bin port opening.
Optic
Cells
(inside)
Dust Bin
Port
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.
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VACUUM CLEANER CARE
Always follow all safety precautions when
cleaning and servicing the vacuum
cleaner.
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Gather the cord and wrap it loosely around
the upper and lower cord hooks.
Store the vacuum
cleaner in a dry,
indoor area, on
the floor with the
handle locked in
the upright
position.
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WARNING
Electrical Shock And Personal Injury
Hazard
Disconnect electrical supply before
performing maintenance to the unit.
Failure to do so could result in elec
trical shock or personal injury from
vacuum cleaner suddenly starting.
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. DO NOT drip
water on vacuum cleaner.
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.
To reduce static electricity and dust build
up, wipe outer surface of vacuum cleaner
and attachments.
Wash attachments in warm soapy water,
rinse and air dry. DO NOT clean in dish
washer.
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CAUTION
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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Always empty the dust bin when dirt
level reaches the “MAXIMUM FILL” line.
TO REMOVE DUST BIN
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Raise the dust bin iatch. Grasp the handle
located at the side. Lift up and out to
remove dust bin from vacuum cleaner.
WARNING
Electrical Shock And Personal Injury
Hazard
Always unplug power cord from elec
trical outlet before performing any
maintenance on vacuum cleaner.
Olisi Bin
Latch
Dust Bin
Handle
TO EMPTY DUST BIN
Hold dust bin over a trash container. Lift
dust bin lid directly off the dust bin.
Oust Bln
Lid
Dust Bln
Pour dust bin contents
into a trash container.
Remove any
clogs that might
be located in the
dust bin port or
the filter screen.
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Every time dust
bin is removed,
rotate cleaning
knob on top of
dust bin until fil
ter is clean to
maintain cleaning
performance.
CAUTION
Do not use dust bin handle to carry
unit.
Do not carry dust bin by dust bin lid.
Filter
Screen
Cleaning
Knob
TO CLEAN FILTER
See Filter Changing/Cleaning section.
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