Kenmore 116.33720, 116.33721, 116.34721, 116.34720, 116.3472O Owner's Manual
Owner'sManual
ManualDelPropietario
VacuumCleaner
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Model, Modelo
116,33720
116.33721
116.3472O
116.34721
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
safety and operating
instructions before first
use of this product.
CUIDADO:
Lea y sigue todas las
instrucciones de operaci6n
y seguridad antes del uso de
este producto.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.com
Part No. CQ1ZCAF3QUQG-KCO1ZCAF3QUQ
Printed in Mexico
Impreso en M_xico
Before UsingYour New Vacuum ........ 2
KenmoraVacuum Cleaner Warranty .... 2
ImportantSafety Instructions ........... 3
Parts and Features ................... 4
AssemblyInstructions ............... 5-6
Operating Instructions ................. 7
Pile HeightSelection and Setting ........ 7
Releasingthe Handle ................. 8
ON/OFF Switch ..................... 8
Attachments ..................... 9-10
AttachmentUse Chart ............... 10
VacuumingTips .................... 11
PerformanceFeatures ............... 11
Vacuum Cleaner Care ............... 12
Vacuum Storage ................... 12
Cleaning Exteriorand Attachments ..... 12
Dust BinCleaning ................ 13-14
Secondary FilterCleaning ............ 14
FilterChanging/Cleaning ............. 15
BeltChangingand AgitatorCleaning.. 16-17
Clog Removat ..................... 18
Motor Protector..................... 18
AgitatorServicing ................... 19
AgitatorAssembly .................. 19
LightBulbChanging ................. 20
Troubleshooting ..................... 21
Notes ............................... 22
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
materiar 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 warrantyservice,retum this vacuum cleaner to 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.
Seam, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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Your safety is importantto us. To reduce the riskof fire, electricalshock, injuryto per-
sons or damage when usingyour vacuum cleaner, follow basic safety precautions
including the following:
Reed 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 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.
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, 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 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
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
Belt 20-5275 20-40096
Headlight Bulb 20-5240 20-40600
Primary Filter 20-82720
Exhaust Filter 20-86889 20o86889C
Hose
Dust Bin
Release
Handle --
Power
Cord.
Screw
Filter
Hose (Inside)
Holder
Cord Hook
Nozzle
Cover
Brush
Wand
Furniture
Guard
Retainer/
Carry Handle
-Dust
Bin
Exhaust
(Inside)
(Some Models)
Nozzle
Base
Nozzle Cover
Retainers
On/Off
Switch
Handle
Release
Model/Serial
Numbers
Tool
Motor
Protector
Sho_
Hose
EXTENSION HOSE KITS
SOME MODELS
Extension Hose
SOME NI()[)_ELS-
_FI _Adaptor
oor Brush
Wand
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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.
ElectricalShock Hazard
Do not plug intothe electricalsupply
untilthe assembly iscomplete. Failure
to do so could result inelectdcal shock
orinjury.
HANDLE ASSEMBLY
Remove the screw located just below the
top edge of the back of the vacuum.
Position the handle as shown in the illustra-
tion below.
While holding the power cord out of the way,
slide the handle into the opening at the top
of the vacuum.
Handle
Handle
Screw
Hole
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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CAUTION
Do notovertighten.
Overtighteningcould stdpthe screw
holes.
Do notoperate the cleaner withoutthe
screw in place.
Using a screw-
driver, tighten
the screw.
CORD ASSEMBLY
Make sure the quick release 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 Lockin
of the quick Notch
release cord hook
as shown. This
helps keep the
power cord out
from under the Power
vacuum cleaner
agitator.
Quick
Release
Curd
Power
Lower
Cord
Wrap the
power cord
around the
quick release
cord hook
and lower
cord retainer,
then lock the
power cord
plug onto the
power cord.
ATTACHMENT STORAGE
After the handle has been assembled to the
body and the power cord has been wrapped
around the cord hooks, the attachments can
be placed in their holders.
1. Snap the suction inlet end of the hose
into the back of the vacuum cleaner.
2. Place the hose behind the handle and
over the hose holder.
3. Place the hose in the front slot of the
tool holder, twisting and pushing down over
the short hose to assure a good connection.
4. Place the extension wand in the rear slot
of the tool holder.
5. Slide the crevice tool into the slot beside
the wand.
6. Place the dusting brush or combination
brush on the wand with the brush portion
up.
Handle-
Hose
Dusting
Brush
Extension
Wand
Q
Inlet
Tool
Holder
Tool
HOWTO START
Quick
Release
Hook
1.Turn the quick
release 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 cord hook. Check to be sure the
power cord is still locked into the locking
notch in the quick release 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, con-
tact a qualified technician to install the prop-
er outlet. Do not change the plug in any
way.
Personal Injury and Product
Damage Hazard
• DO NOT plugin if switchis in the
ON position.Personal injuryor
damage couldresult.
• DO NOT use outletsabove coun-
ters. Damage from cordto items in
surroundingarea couldoccur.
3. Plug the polarized power cord into a
120 Volt outlet located near the floor.
Models with no selector adjust automatically
for varying carpet heights.
SOME MODELS
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 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:
Models withtwo (2) positions:
HIGH: medium to long pile.
LOW: short to mediumpile.
Models with four (4) positions:
HIGH: shag carpet, long pile, plush, scatter
rugs
MED: medium to long pile.
LOW: short to medium pile.
EX LOW: very low pile.
Place unit in "HIGH" when usingattach-
ments to prevent possiblefloor damage.
AI-I'ENTION: Special care is required when
vacuuming certain types of carpet or floor
covering. Always check the carpet or floor
covering manufacturer's recommended
cleaning instructions before vacuuming.
Releasethehandlebyplacingyourfooton
thefootrestandpullbackonthehandle
untilit releasesfromitsuprightposition.
Foot Rest For
Handlq
SOME MODELS
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.
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Handle
Release Pedal
To start the vacuum cleaner, step on the
ON/OFF switch located on the back of the
vacuum. To stop the vacuum cleaner, step
on the switch a second time.
On/Off
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PersonalInjury Hazard and Property
Hazard
DO NOT place hands or feet under-
neath the unitat any time. When using
attachments,the agitatorcontinues
rotating. Do not allowthe cleaner to
remain in justone place for a period of
time as the agitatormay damage the
floor surface. Avoid placingthe cleaner
on furniture, the fdnged area of rugs,
deep pile carpeting,or carpeted stairs.
The ideal positionforthe cleanerwhen
usingattachments is for the unit to be
on a level area withthe handle in the
f_ position.
TO USE ATrACHMENTS
I CAUTION
DO NOT tip vacuum cleaner forwards or
sideways when using attachments.
The attachments will fit on the hose or the
wand. In addition, the dusting brush or
combination brush will also fit on the crevice
tool.
The hose and wand can be pulled off the
short hose by grasping the cuff and twisting
while pulling up.
! CAUTION
DO NOT pull the vacuum cleaner
around the room by the hose.
Property damage could result.
The attachments can be added to the hose
if the item to be cleaned is not far from the
creaner. The hose on some moders will
expand.
NOTE: When cleaner is turned on, the hose
on some models will have a tendency to
collapse due to suction of the cleaner.
if more reach is needed, the wand can be
attached to the hose and the attachments
can be added to the wand.
When using attachments, be careful
not to overextend the hose length
when reaching. Trying to reach
beyond the hose reach could cause
the cleaner to tip over.
SOME MODELS
An extra wand, without tabs, is included.
This extra wand can be added to the
wand with tabs for extra reach. Insert
wand and twist a quarter of a turn to
secure fit.
Crov, o,-- o,-
_Dusting Brush Wand
(Some Models) _
Combination
Brush (Some
Models)
If the dusting brush/combination brush is
being used and more distance is
needed, the crevice tool can be added to
the wand, then the dusting
brush/combination brush can be added
to the crevice tool.
TO STORE
A'I-FACHMENTS
Return the hose to its position on the
short hose and the attachments to their
holders.
Attachmentsused in dirtyareas, such
as under a refrigerator,shouldnot be
used on othersurfaces untilthey are
washed. They could leave marks.
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When using the regular hose or with
the extension 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
I the user's feet.
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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
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 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.
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A'I-FACHMENT
DUSTING BRUSH <_
CREVICE TOOL ¢_ _
COMBINATION BRUSH
Handi-Mate ® Jr.
Fumiture*
X
X
X
X
CLEANING AREA
Between
Cushions*
X
Drapes* Stairs
X X
X
X X
X
Walls
X
The motor protector may open when using attachments or when cleaning new carpet due to
reduced air flow caused by the attachments themselves or by new carpet fuzz filling the bag
quickly.
*Always clean attachments before using on fabrics.
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Personal Injury Hazard
Use care If vacuum cleaner Is placed
on stairs. If it falls, personal injuryor
propertydamage couldresult.
Carpet edges
Guide either side or the front of the nozzle
along a baseboard. The full length brushes
help remove trapped dirt at carpet edges.
Stairs
Put handle in ful! upright position. Use the
crevice tool or dusting brush. Set the On/Off
switch to ON.
MOTOR PROTECTION
SYSTEM
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.
To correct problem: Ifthis 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 removeclogs, ifnecessary. Alsocheck
and clean/replace any cloggedfilters. Wait
approximatelythirty (30) minutesand plug
the vacuumin and turn back on to see ifthe
motorprotectorhas reset.The motor
protectorwill not resetif the vacuum is not
tumed offeven if the vacuum hascooled
down.
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 dust bin, clean/replace clogged
filters, and check other possible clog
locations shown in CLOG REMOVAL.
To correct problem: See the TROUBLE-
SHOOTING chart.
NOT,Te f
light may
also come on
when using
attachments,
due to
reduced
airflow
through the
attachment.
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Alwaysfollowallsafetyprecautionswhen
cleaningandservicingthevacuum
cleaner.
ElectricalShockAndPersonalInjury
Hazard
Disconnectelectricalsupply before
servicingorcleaningthe unit.Failure
to do so could resuRin electricalshock
or personal injuryfrom cleaner sud-
denlystarUng.
Gather the power cord and wrap it loosely
around the quick release cord hook and
lower cord retainer.
Store the cleaner in a
dry, indoor area, on
the floor with the
Quick
Release handle locked in the
Cord upright
Hook _ position.
Power
Lower
Cord
Unplug cord from wail outlet.
WARNING
dcal Shock And Personal Injury
Hazard
Wrappingthe cord too tightly puts
stresson the cord and can cause cord
damage. A damaged cord is an electri-
cal shockhazard and could cause per-
sonal injuryor damage.
DO NOT ddpwater on cleaner.
To reduce static electricity and dust build-
up, wipe outer surface of cleaner 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.
Wash attachments in warm soapy water,
rinse and air dry. Do not clean in dishwash-
or.
Do not use attachments ifthey 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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Alwaysemptythe dust binwhen dirtlevel
reachesthe "MAX FILL" line.
TO REMOVE DUST BIN
! WARNING
Always unplugpower cord fromelectri-
cal outletbefore performingany ser-
vice on vacuum.
Lift dust bin han- DustBin _h_
Release
die located at the Handle --
top of the dust
bin. Dust
Bin --
J
Pull the handle
forward and lift
dust bin up and
out of the vacu-
um cleaner.
Seoondar,I
Remove any
clogs that
might be
located in the
dust bin port
or the sec-
ondary filter.
TO EMPTY DUST BIN
Turn This Direction Closed
To Open For Emptying (for Use)
Open
(For Emptying)
Rotate dust bin lid assembly counterclock-
wise as indicated on the lid and lift off.
Pour dust bin contents
into a trash container.
TO CLEAN FILTER
The filter may be
cleaned by
tapping it on a firm
surface or by
rinsing it under a
faucet. See Filter
Changing/Cleaning
section Rinse with
water only, do not
use any detergent or
_ Filter
Cover
soap. Allow the filter to dry for 24 hours
before putting it back into the vacuum.
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TOREPLACEDUSTBIN
Turn This Direction Open
TO Close For Use (For Emptying)
Closed
(ForUse)
Place dust bin lid assembly back onto top of
dust bin. Align lid marks with bin marks as
shown above in Open (For Emptying).
Rotate lid clockwise while pressing down-
ward so that marks align as shown in
Closed (For Use).
Place dust bin
back into vacuum
cleaner by insert-
ing the bottom first
and tilt back with
the dust bin han-
dle raised.
Dust Bin
Release
Dust
Bin
Push forward and
lower the dust bin
handle to lock
dust bin in place.
Check secondary filter 'frequently and clean
when dirty.
Remove the dust bin as outlined in the
DUST BIN CLEANING section.
To clean filter screen wipe screen with a dry
cloth.
NOTE: Filter screen is not removable.
Replace the dust bin as outined in the
DUST BIN CLEANING section.
Secondary
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