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Owner's Manual
Manual Del Propietario
Vacuum Cleaner
Aspiradora
Model, Modelo
116.36932
116.36933
IMPORTANT
Before returning this product-
For replacement parts, please contact:
Sears Parts and Repair Center
(1=800-488-1222)
Anytime, day or night
(U_S°Aoonly)
For any other issue, please contact:
Vacuum Cleaner Help Line
(1-877-531-7321)
7:30am-4:00pm EST, M-F
(U.S,A. and Canada)
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
safety and operating
instructions before first
use of this product°
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.com
Part No. CO1ZCSR30UOO-KCO1ZCSRZOU0
CUIDADO:
Lea y sigue todas las
instrucciones de operaci6n
y seguridad antes det uso
de este producto.
Printed in Mexico
lmpreso en Mexico
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Before Using Your New
Vacuum Cleaner .......... .......... 2
KenmoreVacuum CleanerWarranty ,3
Important Safety Instructions ....... 4
Parts and Features ............. 5
Assembly Instructions ........... 6-7
Operating instructions ............. 7
Cord Release ..................... 7
Releasing the Handle ............ 8
Touch Contro! ................ 8
inteliCLEAN .................. 9
Gentle Sweep Function ........ 10
Pile Height Selection and Setting , 10
Attachments ................ t1-12
Attachment Use Table .............. 13
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 stere
You will need the complete model and serial numbers when requesting information Your vacu-
um cleaner's model and serial numbers are located on the Model and Serial Number Plate
Use the space below to record the mode_number and serial number of your new Kenmore
vacuum cleaner
Model No
Vacuuming Tips .............. 13
Performance/Safety Features 14-15
Vacuum Cleaner Care ............. 16
Vacuum Cleaner Storage ...... 16
Cleaning Exterior and Attachments 16
Dust Bin CIeaning ............ 17
Primary Filter Removal
and Cleaning .............. 18-19
Exhaust Filter Replacement ......... 19
Light Bulb Replacement ........ 20
Agitator Cleaning ............... 21
Clog Removal ................... 21
Troubleshooting ................ 22
Requesting Assistance
Or Service ................. back page
Serial No
Date of Purchase
Keep this book and your sales check (receipt) in a safe placefor future reference
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OneYearLimited Warranty
When assembled, operated and maintained according to ali instructions supplied with
the product, if this vacuum cleaner fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within
one year from the date of purchase, return it to any Sears store, Sears Parts & Repair
Center or other Kenmore outlet for free repair
If this vacuum cleaner is used for other than private family purposes, this warranty
applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase..
This warranty covers only defects in material and workmanship. Sears wilt NOT
pay for:
1.. Expendable items that can wear out from normal use, including but not limited to
filters, belts, light bulbs, and bags,.
2 A service technician to instruct the user in correct product assembly, operation or
maintenance.
3. A service technician to clean or maintain this product..
4. Damage to or failure of this product if it is not assembled, operated or maintained
according to all instructions supplied with the product.
5 Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident, abuse, misuse or use for
other than its intended purpose..
6 Damage to or failure of this product caused by the use of detergents, cleaners,
chemicals or utensils other than those recommended in all instructions supplied with
the product,.
7.. Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications
made to this product.
Disclaimer of implied warranties; limitation of remedies
Customer's sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty shall be product repair
as provided herein, implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability or fitness
for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by taw.
Sears shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages. Some states and
provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages,
or limitations on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness, so these
excl[_sions or limitations may not apply to you,.
This warranty applies only while this vacuum cleaner is used in the United States and
Canada.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state
Sears, Roebuck and Co. Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Sears Canada Inco,Toronto, Ontario, Canada MSB 2B8
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Your safety is important to us.To reduce the risk
_WARNING'.
Read a]l instructions in this manual before
assembling or using your vacuum cleaner.
Use your vacuum cleaner only as
described in this manual, Use only with
Seers recommended attachments.
Disconnect electricaf supply before servic-
ing or c]eanmg oul the brush area. Failure
to do so could result in electrlca] shock or
the brush suddenty starting.
Do not leave vacuum cleaner when
plugged in. Unplug from out]el when not in
use and before performing maintenance.
To reduce the risk of e[ectrlcaf 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 pult cord
around sharp edges or corners. Do not run
vacuum cleaner over cord. Keep cord away
from heated surfaces.
Do not unpiug 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 obiects rote openings.
Do not use with any opening blocked; keep
free of dusi, tint, hair, and anything that may
reduce air flow.
of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons or
damage when using your vacuum cleaner, follow
basic safety precautions including the following:
Keep hair, loose clolhing, fingers, and all
parts of body away from openings and
moving parts.
Turn off all controls before unplugging.
Use extra care when cleaning on statrs,
Do not put on chairs, tables, etc. Keep on
floor,
Do not use vacuum 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 not use vacuum cleaner without dust
bin andtor filters _nplace.
Always clean the dust bin after vacuuming
carpet cleaners or freshenar, powders, and
fine dust. These products clog the filters,
reduce airflow and can cause damage to
the vacuum cleaner. Failure to clean the
dust bin could cause permanent damage to
the vacuum cleaner.
Do not use the vacuum cleaner to pick up
sharp hard objects, smatl toys, pins, paper
clips_ etc, They may damage the vacuum
cleaner or dust bin.
Unplug before connecting Handi-mate Jr,®
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 vac-
uum cleaner is intended for Household use, Read this Owner's Manual carefully for
important use and safety information. This guide contains safety statements under warn-
ing and caulJon 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,
Object Style No. Part No. Part No.
in USA in Canada
Headlight Bulb ..... 20-5248 ....
Exhaust Filter EF-1 20-86889 20-40324
Primary Filter DCF-2 20-82912 20-40335
Touch
Control
Handle
Quick Release _ Dirt
Upper Cord Hook Sensor
Powel Release
Dust Bin
Handle
Combination
Brush
Carrying
Handle
Upper Hose
Hook
Extension
Release
Pedal
Extension Hose
Release Lever
Motor Protector
(Behind Hose)
Dust Bin
Exhaust
Filter Cover
(Filter Inside)
_ Furniture
Guard
Nozzle
Floor_ Wand
Wand Holder
Brush /
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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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kWARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Do not plug into the electrical supply
until the assembly is complete. Failure
to do so could result in electrical
i shock or injury.
Before assembling the vacuum cleaner,
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IbCAUTiON
Do not overtighten.
Overtightening could strip the screw
holes.
Do not operate the vacuum cleaner
without the screw in place.
CORD ASSEMBLY
check the PACKING LIST on the cover of
the separate REPAIR PARTS LISTo Use
this list to verify that you have received all
the components of your new Kenmore
Make sure the quick release upper cord
hook is in the upright position. Remove
the wire tie from the power cord.
vacuum cteaner_
Make sure the
HANDLE ASSEMBLY
Remove the combination brush from
the handle to expose the handle mount-
ing hole.
Remove the handle screw from the body
of the vacuum cleaner_
Position the handle assembly as shown in
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.
e fijaci6n
Cord6n
the illustration below.
When installing the handle, firmly press
the handle onto the body. Secure with
handle screw provided_
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
Quick_
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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HANDI-MATE JR.®
For operation of
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_
Tool
TO INSERT HANDI-MATE JR ®
Place Handi-Mate Jr? into the storage
compartmenL
Rotate the Handi-Mate Jr.+back until it
snaps intoplace..
TO REMOVE HANDI-MATE JR. ®
Rotate Handi-Mate Jr.+ out of the storage
compartment
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1,Turn the quick
release upper
cord hook to
either side and
down to release
the power cord_
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kWARNING
• To reduce the risk of electric shock,
this vacuum cleaner has a polar-
ized 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
ptug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified technician to install the
proper outlet. Do not change the
plug in any way.
Telescopic
Wand
=_ _ Wand
2. Detach the
)ower cord plug denjaci6n
from the power cord
and pull the cord off
the quick release
upper cord hook. Cord6n
Be sure the power
cord is still locked
into the lockingnotch of the upper cord
hook_
3, Plug the polarized power cord into a 120
Volt outlet located near the f_ooro
4. To replace cord, turn upper cord hook to
the up position, then wrap cord_
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d kWARNING
Personal Injury and Product Damage
Hazard
• DO NOT place hands or feet under
the vacuum cleaner at any time.
• DO NOT use outlets above coun-
ters. Damage from cord to items in
surrounding area could occur,
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