Kenmore 116.35912 User Manual
Owner'sManual
ManualDelPropietario
VacuumCleaner
Aspiradora
Model, Modelo
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
safety and operating
instructions before first
use of this product.
116.35912
116.35913
CUIDADO:
Lea y sigue todas las
instrucciones de operaci6n
y seguddad antes del uso de
este producto.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.corn
Printed in Mexico
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Before UsingYour New
Vacuum Cleaner ..................... 2
KenmoreVacuum Cleaner Warranty .... 2
ImportantSafety Instructions ........... 3
Parts and Features ................... 4
Assembly Instructions ............... 5-6
Operating Instructions................. 6
Cord Release ....................... 6
Releasingthe Handle ................. 7
Touch Control ...................... 7
Gentle Sweep Function ................ 7
Pile HeightSelection and Setting ........ 8
Attachments ..................... 9-10
Attachment UseTable ............... 11
VacuumingTips .................... 11
Performance/Safety Features .......... 12
Vacuum CleanerCare ............... t 3
vacuumCleanerStorage............. 13
Cleaning Exteriorand Attachments ...... 13
Dust Bin Cleaning .................. 14
Primary Filter Removaland Cleaning . 15, 16
Motor Safety FilterCleaning ........... 16
Exhaust Filter Replacement ............ 17
Light BulbReplacement .............. 18
Agitator Cleaning ................... 19
Clog Removal ..................... 19
Troubleshooting ..................... 2o
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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 vacu-
um cleaners model and serial numbers are locatedon the Model and Serial Number Plate,
Use the space below to record the model numberand 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.
LIMITED ONE YEAR FULL 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 warrantyyear, when thisvacuum cleaner isoperated and
maintained according tothe owner'smanual instructions,Sears will repairanydefects in
materialor workmanshipfree of charge.
This warrantyexcludes vacuum cleaner bags, belts, light bulbs, and filters, whichare
expendable parts and become worn during normal use.
Forwarranty service, retum thisvacuum cleanerto the nearest Sears Service Canter inthe
UnitedStates.
This warrantyapplies onlywhile this product is in use in the United States. Thiswarrantygives
youspecificlegal rights, and you may also have other rightswhichvary from state tostate.
Seam, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL60179
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WARNING: Your.fe ,,,mpor n,,ou°.Tor. ucotho,°,of
fire, electrical shock, injury to persons or damage
when usm.ogyour vacuum cleaner, follow basic safe-
ty precautions including the following:
Read all instructions in this manual before
assembling or using your vacuum cleaner.
Use your cleaner only as described in this
manual. Use only with Sears recommend-
ed attachments.
Disconnectelectricalsupply before servic-
ing or cleaning out the brush area. Failure
to do so could result in electrical shock or
the brush suddenly starting.
Do not leave cleaner when plugged in.
Unplug from outlet when not in use and
before performing maintenance.
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
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
cleaner over cord. Keep cord away from
heated surfaces.
Do net unplug by pulling on cord. To
unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
De not handle plug or cleaner with wet
hands.
Do notput any objects into openings.
Do notuse 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.
Turn off all controls before unplugging.
Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
Do not put on chairs, tables, etc. Keep on
floor.
Do not use cleaner to pick up flammable
or combustible liquids (gasoline, cleaning
fluid, perfumes, 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 notuse cleaner without dust bin and/or
filters in place.
Always clean the dust bin after vacuuming
carpet cleaners orfreshener, powders, 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 cleaner or dust
bin.
Unplugbefore connecting Handi-mate Jr.®
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 respons b t es Your
cleaner is intended 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.
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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 vacuum cleaner.
Item
Headlight Bulb
Exhaust Filter
Primary Filter
Upper Cord Hook
Pa_ No.
In U.S.
20-5248
20-86889
20-82912
Pa_ No.
In Canada
20-5248
20-86889C
Touch ¸
Control
Dust Bin
Release
Handle
Brush
Carrying
Upper Hose
Hoo,
Extension
Hos
Release
Release
Pedal
Extension Hose
Release Lever
Filter Cover
(Filter Inside)
Furniture
Guard
Nozzle
Wand Holder
Motor Protector
(Behind Hose)
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Igiven. WARNING statements alert you to such dangers asfire, electric shock, burns_
_ Please pay special attention to these hazard alert boxes, and follow any instructions I
land personal injury. CAUTION statements alert you to such dangerous personall
linjuryand/or property damage. I
Electrical ShockHazard
Do notplug intothe electricalsupply
untilthe assembly is complete. Failure
to do so could resultin electrical shock
or inju_.
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
vacuum cleaner.
HANDLE ASSEMBLY
Remove the handle screw from the body
of the vacuum.
Remove the combination brush from the
handle to expose the handle mounting hole.
Position the handle assembly as shown in
the illustration below.
When installing the handle, firmly press
the handle onto the body. Secure with
handle screw provided.
Do not over tighten,
Over tighteningcould stripthe han-
dle screw hole.
Do not operate the vacuum 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.
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.
Notch
Power
Begin to tighten the screw with your fin-
gers. It may be necessary to adjust the
handle slightly.
Using a screwdriver, tighten handle screw.
Reinstall combination brush,
Electrical
Connection
Assembly
Handle
Screw
Release
Cord Hook
Cord
Carrying
Handle_
Wrap the power cord around the quick
release cord hook and the carrying handle.
Lock the power cord plug onto the power
cord.
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Plug
HANDI-MATE JR.@
For operation of Handi=MateJr.®
Handi-Mate Jr.®
see separate
Owner's Manual.
TELESCOPIC WAND
PLACEMENT
Place the telescopic wand in the wand
holder. Place the crevice tool in the top of
the telescopic wand.
Handi-Mate
Storage
TO INSERT HANDI-MATE JR ®
Place Handi-Mate Jr.®into the storage
compartment.
Rotate the Handi-Mate Jr._ back until it
snaps into place.
TO REMOVE HANOI-MATE JR. °
Rotate Handi-Mate Jr.®out of the storage
compartment.
OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS
1. Turn the quick
release upper
cord hook to
either side and
down to release
the power cord.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock,
this vacuum deener has a polarized
plug (one blade is wider than the
other).
• The 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 ouUet.
Do not change the plug in any way.
Tool
Wand
Wand
Holder
2. Detach the
Locking-
power cord plug Notch
from the power cord
and pullthe cord off
the quick release
upper cord hook. Power
Be sure the power
cord is still locked
into the locking notch of the upper cord
hook.
3. Plug the polarized power cord into a 120
Volt outlet located near the floor.
4. To replace cord, turn upper cord hook to
the up position, then wrap cord.
Personal Injury and Product Damage
Hazard
• DO NOT place hands or feet under
the unit at any time.
• DO NOT use outlets above court-
tens. Damage from cord to Items in
surrounding area could occur.
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 does not rotate when the
vacuum cleaner is in the upright position.
OFF - Turns OFF the vacuum cleaner
(suction) motor.
CARPET - Turns ON the vacuum cleaner
motor to HIGH suction level and the agita-
tor motor to HIGH speed level for cleaning
of most carpets and rugs.
GENTLE - Turns ON the vacuum cleaner
motor to HIGH suction level and the agita-
tor motor to LOW speed level for gentle
cleaning of most delicate carpets.
FLOOR - Turns ON the vacuum cleaner
motor to HIGH suction level and turns OFF
the agitator motor for cleaning of bare
floors.
\
Touch
Conb'ol
Button
OFF
CARPET
GENTLE
FLOOR
MOTOR FUNCTION
Vacuum Cleaner
(Su_on) Motor
OFF
HIGH
HIGH
HIGH
Agitator
Motor
OFF
HIGH
LOW
OFF
Your Kenmore Vacuum features a two (2)
speed, direct drive agitator for cleaning a
variety of floor surfaces. Please review the
table below before using your vacuum.
2.
Use the GENTLE setting (low speed)
ONLY for berber ordelicate pile carpet-
ing.The agitator may slow down or stop
on thick carpeting, area rugs or throw
rugs. If agitator stops and does not
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Do not use the CARPET setting (high
speed) for cleaning berber style carpet.
The high agitator speed could damage
the carpet or cause excessive carpet
wear.
restart, See page 12, AGITATOR
MOTOR OVERLOAD PROTECTOR of
the owners manual.
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The FLOOR setting may be used for all
indoor bare floors including wood, tile,
linoleum, slate etc.
Berber
Touch Control Agitator Bare Commemial or Delicate Area
Setting Speed Roor or Low Pile Carpet Plush Shag Rug
Carpet ;1) High V' IS' v' V'
Gentle 2) Low v'
Floor(3) Off v'
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Toselectapileheightsetting:
Turn off vacuum cleaner. Select a pile height
setting by tiltingthe cleaner back untilfront
wheels are lifted slightly off the floor.
Slide the adjustment lever to the correct
setting.
There are four (4) pile height settings on the
vacuum cleaner. Use the LOW settingfor
most low-pile carpets and bare floor
cleaning (with agitator OFF), and the HIGH
setting for high-pile carpets like shag carpet,
scatter rugs, etc. Use the other settings as
needed for carpet heights in between.
CAUTION
Do not allow vacuum cleaner to remain
inone spotfor any lengthof time when
the agitator Is tuming, Damage to car-
pet may occur.
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Brush
Carrying
Hendk
Extension
Extension Hose
Release Lever
Tool
Wand
TELESCOPICWAND WITH
SUCTION CONTROL SLIDE
1. Remove the lower end of the extension
hosefrom thewand holderbygrasping
the hose collar,twisting,and pulling
straightup.
e Jr,®
2. Remove the telescopic wand from the
wand holder.
3. Remove the crevicetoolfrom itsstor-
age position in the wand. Turn the lock-
ing ring to the UNLOCK position.
TO USE ATTACHMENTS
Remove the lowerend of the extension
hose fromthe wand holder by graspingthe
hose collar, twisting, and pulling straight up.
Rotatethe extension hose release lever
down if maximum reach is needed.
Note: The motor protector may open when
using attachments or when cleaning new
carpet, due to reduced airflow caused by the
attachments themselves or caused by new
carpet lint filling the dust bin quickly. See
the TROUBLESHOOTING section.
ElectricalShock And Personal Injury
Hazard
Disconnectelectricalsupply before
performingmaintenance to the unit.
Failure to do so could resultin electri-
cal shock or personal injuryfrom vac.
uum cleaner suddenlystarting,
II Tool
Crevice
Wand
Collar
Wand
Holder
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Extend the wand to its full length. Turn the
locking ring to the LOOK position. Attach the
extension wand onto the open end of the
hose.
TO OPERATE SUCTION
CONTROL SLIDE
Telescopic 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 slide is located on
the telescopic wand, close to the hose.
This will reduce suction for ease of cleaning.
_l°lock "_ Upl_r
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 attach-
ments, add the crevice tool to the end of the
wand by inserting and twisting slightly.
Hose
su_ Note: Return
con/n_/
Ude suction control
slide to the closed
position for normal
cleaning.
CAUTION
When usingattachments, be careful not
to overextendthe stretch hose when
reaching.Trying to reach beyond the
hosestret""'_hcapabilitycould cause the
vacuum cleaner to tip over.
TO STORE ATTACHMENTS
Remove the combinationbrush.Snap into
appropriate storage location.
Remove crevice tool from the wand by twist-
ing. Lay aside.
Remove the telescopic wand from the hose.
",2
Attach combination brush directly to the wand.
Brush---_
Combination [f_, • II. •
See ATTACHMENT USE TABLE for combi-
nation brush usage.
Twist the wand to the left and pull from the
hose end.
Unlock the wand by turning the wand locking
ring to the UNLOCK position.
Slide the lower wand into the upperwand.
Turnthe wandlocking ringto the LOCK posi-
tion.
Place the crevice tool down into the com-
pressed wand. Place the telescopic wand in
the wand holder
! CAUTION
DO NOT pullthe vacuum cleaner
aroundthe room by the hose. Property
damage or personalinjury couldresult.
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CLEANINGAREA
Plu-edes
,plicable
laescalera.
ersonaio
de limpieza,
;tosde flujo de
antesde exa-
A'I-FACHMENT
Furniture*
CREVICE TOOL
COMBINATION BRUSH _1,
Handi-Mate Jr.@
*Always clean attachments before using on fabrics.
v'
i/
Carpet edges
Guide either side or the front of the noz-
zle along a baseboard.
Stairs
Set handle in full upright position. Agitator
stops rotating. Use the crevice tool, com-
bination brush or Handi-Mate Jr.®.
Unit Tipping
When using the attachments keep the
extension hose release lever in the locked
position when possible.This helps to keep
the vacuum cleaner from tipping over
when stretching the hose. If additional
hose is needed then unlock the release
lever and pull out additional hose. Use
caution not to tip over vacuum cleaner.
Between
Cushions*
v'
Drapes*
v'
Stairs
is
,/
i/
v' = Applicable
W_d_
WARNING
Personal Injury Hazard
DO NOT set the vacuum cleaner on
stairs.It may fall, causing personalinjury
or propertydamage.
For best cleaning results, keep the airflow
passage clear.
Unplugthe vacuum cleaner from the outlet
before checking.
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MOTOR PROTECTION SYSTEM
Motor Protector
This vacuum cleaner has a motor protector
by-pass valve which automatically opens to
provide cooling air to the vacuum cleaner
motor when a clog prevents the normal
flow of air to the motor. If the by_passvalve
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.
To correct problem: 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 dogs, if necessary.
See page 19, CLOG REMOVAL section.
Also check and replace any dogged filters.
Wait approximately thirty (30) minutes and
plugthe vacuum cleaner In and tum back
on to see if the motor protector has reset.
AGITATOR MOTOR
To correct problem: See the TROUBLE-
SHOOTING section.
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 MotorProtector
the dust binquickly. (BehindHose)
See the TROUBLESHOOTING section.
Note: Do not block motor protector.
Thermal Protector
This vacuum cleaner has a thermal
protector, which automatically trips to
protect both the vacuum cleaner and the
agitator motor from overheating. If a clog
prevents the normal flow of air tothe 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.
OVERLOAD PROTECTOR
The agitator motor 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 motor.The vacuum cleaner motor
will continue to run.
To correct problem: Turn off and unplug
vacuum cleaner, remove obstruction, then
press reset button.
Agitator Motor
To reset: Push in
the agitator
overload protector
button.
Ifthe problem persists, have the vacuum
cleaner serviced by a Sears or other
qualifiedtechnician.
Overload Reset
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