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SEARS
Kenmore Vacuum Cleaner
0WNER'SMANUAL
READTHISMANUAL for important safety,
assembly and operating instructions.
C_) IZACR 1OUOO-4369556A
ONTENTS
WARRANTY
SERVICE
IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS ....... I
PARTSAND FEATURES.................... 2
ASSEMBLY ............................... 3
USE ...................................... 3
How to Start ............................. 3
Self-Propel Control ....................... 3
Pile Height Selection and Setting ............ 4
Bare Floor Setting ......................... 4
Releasing the Handle ...................... 4
On/Off Selection .......................... 5
Using Attachments ...................... 5-7
Vacuuming Tips ........................... 8
Performance Features .................... 8-9
Proper assembly and safe use of your vacuum cleaner are your responsibilities. Your cleaner is
intended only for household use. The cleaner should be stored in a dry, indoor area. Read this Owner's
Manual carefully for important use and safety information.
VACUUM CARE ........................... 9
Vacuum Storage .......................... 9
Cleaning Exterior and Attachments .......... 9
Bag Changing ........................ 10-11
Motor Safety Filter Cleaning ................ 12
Exhaust Filter Cleaning .................... 13
Belt Changing and Brush Cleaning ....... 14-16
Clog Removal ........................... 17
Light Bulb Changing ...................... 18
Brush Servicing ........................... 19
Brush Assembly .......................... 19
TROUBLESHOOTING..................... 20
YARRANTY
KENMOREVACUUM CLEANER
FULLONE-YEARWARRANTY
When used for private household purposes, if within
one year from the date of purchase, this vacuum
cleaner fails due to a defect in material or
workmanship, RETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS
SERVICECENTER/DEPARTMENTIN THE UNITEDSTATES,
and Sears will repair it free of charge.
If this vacuum cleaner is used for commercial or
rental purposes, the above warranty coverage
applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state.
SEARS,ROEBUCKAND CO., D/817 WA,
Hoffman Estates, IL. 60179
If you need service or parts, visityour nearest Sears
Service Center or the Service Department located at
most Sears Retail Stores. They will be able to solve
your problem and supply any needed replacement
parts. Any service needed other than described in
this Owner's Manual should be done by a Sears
authorized service representative.
How to Order Repair Parts
When requesting service or ordering parts, have the
following information available:
1.Model number.
2. Serial number.
3. Description of problem.
4. Part number.
5. Name of part.
EnglishSpeaking:
To Call Toll Free For Service:
To Call Toll Free For Parts:
Spanish Speaking:
To Call TollFree ForService:
To Call TollFree For Parts:
(1-800-4-J_EPAIR)
(1-800-473-7247)
(1-80DFON-PART)
(1-800-366-7278)
(1-800-626-5811)
(1-800-659-7084)
SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons or damage when using
your vacuum 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 recommended
attachments.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock - Do not
use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
Disconnect electrical supply before servicing
or cleaning out brush area. Failure to do so
could result in electrical shock or brush
suddenly starting.
Always turn cleaner off before unplugging.
Do not unplug by pullingon cord.To unplug,
graspthe plug,notthe cord.
Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If
cleaner isnot working as itshould,has been
dropped, damaged, leftoutdoors,ordropped
into water, return itto a Sears Service
Center/Department.
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 outletwhen 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 orcleaner withwet hands.
Do not put any objects intoopenings.
Do not use with any opening blocked; keep
freeof dust,lint,hairand anythingthat may
reduce airflow.
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts
of body away from openings and moving
parts.
Do not use cleaner without dust bag in place.
Always change the dust bag after vacuuming
carpet cleaners or fresheners, powders 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,pins,paper, etc.They may
damage the cleaner or dust bag.
Do not pick up anything that isburning 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 anyone unable
to operate it properly.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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 impoffant use and safety information.
AND FEATURES
It isimportant to know your vacuum cleaner parts
and features to assure itsproper and safe use.
Review these before using your cleaner.
COPY YOUR MODEL AND SERIAL
NUMBERSHERE.
Copy this information from the
bottom of the vacuum cleaner into
these spaces. Keep these numbers
for future reference. If you need
service or call with a question, have
this information ready:
116.
Model Number
O.
Serial Number
Quick Release
Upper Cord Hook
Power Cord
Cord Hook
Carry Handle
SELF-PROPELLED
UPRIGHTVACUUM CLEANER
Seff-Prepei
Control
OnlOff Switch
Handle Mounted ---'--1
(Some Models) _
Bag Cover
Bag Cover
I Bag # ln U.S. #20-506881Bag # In Canada #20-50680
BareFtoor
Setting
(Some
Models)
Height Adjustment
Lever
Belt Protection
System Reset
Furniture
Guard
Indicator
(SomeModels)
Base
Cover
Handle
Pedal
Telescoping
Wand
Upholstery
Modell,.ea_riei
Numbers
Clean-Out
Port Cover
Ready-to-Use
3_0° Swivel Hose
Stretch Hose
Brush
Assemuy
Headlight
Bulb # In U.S. #20-5240
Bulb # In Canada #20-40600
Belt
Belt # In U.S. #20-5286 I
Belt # In Canada #20-40094
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Base
I
Y
Thisunit isfully assembled except for the 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.
Lock the cord into
place by forcing it
into the locking
Locking
Notch
Wrap the power
cord around the
upper and lower
cord hooks and
clipthe power
cord plug onto
the power cord.
Cord Hook
Cord
Cord Hook
notch on the body
of the upper cord
hook as shown. This
helps keep the
power cord out
from under the
vacuum cleaner
brush assembly.
3.Check to see ifthe cleanerhas a bag installed
(Seepage 10).
NOTE:To reduce the riskofelectricshock,this
vacuum cleanerhas a polarizedplug,(one blade is
widerthan the other).Thisplugwillfitina polarized
outletonlyone way. Iftheplugdoes notfitfullyinthe
outlet,reversethe plug.Ifitstilldoes notfit,contact a
qualifiedelectricianto installthe proper outlet.Do
not change theplug inany way.
4.Plugthepolarizedpower cord intoa 12C-volt
outletlocatednearthe floor.
Personal Injury and ProductDamage Hazard
• DO NOTplug in if switchisin ON position.
Personalinjuryor damage could result.
• DO NOTuse outletsabove counters. Damage
toitemsin surroundingarea could occur.
ELF-PROPEL
CONTROL
The self-propelcontrolhas 2 positions:DRIVE for
powered aidwhen vacuuming, and LOCK for
neutral.
Use DRIVE toclean most carpeted floors.
Use NEUTRALwhen self-propel is not desired, when
tools are being used, when cleaning bare floors, and
when cleaner is being moved, stored, or not in use.
NOTE:Self-PropelDRIVE willnot work when "BARE
FLOOR" settingisselected.
W TOSTART
- Quick Release I.Turnthe quick
Cord Hook
cord and pull the cord off the upper cord hook.
Check to be sure the power cord is still locked into
the locking notch located on the upper cord hook.
release cord hook
to either side and
down to release
the power cord.
2. Release the
power cord plug
from the power
TO SELECTDRIVE:
Turnself-propel control to DRIVE.
s_f-Prop_
Neutra/Contro/
TO SELECTNEUTRAL:
Turnthe self-propel control to LOCK.
Move hand grip back and forth until it (hand grip)
Ir_r-lt_in r_l_..'-,",
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HEIGHT
FLOOR
SELECTIONAND
SETTING
To select a pile height setting:
Turnoffthe cleaner.Selecta pileheightsettingby
tiltingthe cleanerback untilthefrontwheels are
liftedslightlyoffthe floor.
Slidethe heightadjustmentlevertothe correct
setting.
Height
Adjustment
Lever
SETTING
To selectthe bare floorseffing:
Turnoffthe cleaner.
Slidethe heightadjustmentlevertothe bare floor
setting.
NOTE: Self-PropelDRIVE willnot work when "BARE
FLOOR" settingisselected.
Height
Adjustment
SUGGESTEDPILEHEIGHTSETTINGS
You may need to raisethe heightto make some jobs
easier(suchas scatterrugsand longerpileheight
carpets).Suggested settingsare:
HIGH: shag carpet,longpile,plush,scatterrugs.
MED: medium to longpile.
LOW: shortto medium pile.
EX LO:very low pile.
PersonalInjuryHazard
DO NOT place hands or feet underneath the unit
when changing from the bare floor settlng to the
carpet pile height setting. The brush assembly
begins to revolve rapidly when the vacuum is
turnedon and isswitchedtoa carpet height setting.
Inthisposition,the headlightisoffand the
brushassembly does not revolve.Thissetting
isrecommended forcleaninghardwood and
tilefloors.
E EREL EASINGTHE
HANDLE
Release the
handle by
pressing
down on
the handle
release
pedal with
your foot
and pulling
down on
the handle
with your
hand.
Hand/e
Re/ease Peda/
4
LEVELSELECTION
ON/OFF SWITCHBODY MOUNTED
(SOMEMODELS)
To start the
vacuum cleaner,
put the switch on
the top of the
body in the ON
position. To stop
the vacuum
cleaner, put the
switch in the OFF
position.
r
Handle
HANDLEMOUNTED
(SOMEMODELS)
SING ATTACHMENTS
Identify each of the attachments shown below.
Crevice
Tool
Wand
NOTE:Brush
assembly stops
revolving and the
headlight goes off
when hose is
removed.
To staff the
vacuum cleaner,
slide the On/Off
Switch to the ON
position. Usethe
OFF position when
leaving or storing
the cleaner.
To stop the
vacuum, slide the
On/Off Switch to
the OFF position.
Dusting
Brush
Upholstery
Tool --
Hose
Collar _,_
TO USEATTACHMENTS:
Remove the lower end of the stretch hose from the
cleaner by grasping the hose collar, twisting and
pulling straight up.
Hos(
Collar
PersonalInjuryHazard
Always unplug vacuum before placing hands
near brush assembly as brush may suddenly
restart.Failureto do so could resultin injury.
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