Kenmore 11636933502, 11636933500, 11636932500 Owner’s Manual

Owner's Manual Manual Del Propietario

Vacuum Cleaner

Aspiradora

Model, Modelo

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.

116.36932

116.36933

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

www.sears.com

Printed in Mexico

Part No. C01ZCSR_OU_-KCO1ZCSRZ_UO Impresoen Mexico

Before Using Your New

Vacuum Cleaner .................. 2

Vacuuming Tips ................ 12

Performance/Safety Features .... 13-14

Kenmore Vacuum Cleaner Warranty .. 2

Important Safety Instructions ....... 3

Parts and Features ................ 4

Assembly Instructions ........... 5-6

Operating Instructions ............. 6

Cord Release ................... 6

Releasing the Handle ............. 7

Touch Control ................... 7

inteliCLEAN .................... 8

Gentle Sweep Function ............ 9

Pile Height Selection and Setting .... 9

Attachments ................ 10-I 1

Attachment Use Table ............ 12

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 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.

Vacuum Cleaner Care ............. 15

Vacuum Cleaner Storage ......... 15

Cleaning Exterior and Attachments . .15

Dust Bin Cleaning .............. 16

Primary Filter Removal

and Cleaning ................ 17-18

Exhaust Filter Replacement ........ 18

Light Bulb Replacement .......... 19

Agitator Cleaning ............... 20

Clog Removal .................. 20

Troubleshooting ................. 21

Requesting Assistance

Or Service ................ back page

Serial No.

Date of Purchase

Keep this book and your sales check (receipt) in a safe place for future reference.

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 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 cleaner 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

Your safety is important to us. To reduce the risk

AkWARNING:

of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons or damage when using your vacuum cleaner, follow

basic safety 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.

Disconnect electrical supply 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 not unplug by pulling on cord. To

unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

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.

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 not use cleaner without dust bin and/or filters in place.

Always clean the dust bin after vacuuming

carpet cleaners or freshener, 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.

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

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 cau-

tion symbols.

itisimportanttoknowyourvacuumcleaner'spartsandfeaturestoassureitsproperandsafe use.Reviewthesebeforeusingyourvacuumcleaner.

Item Part No. Part No.

In U.S. In Canada

Headlight Bulb 20-5248 Exhaust Filter 20-86889 20-40324

Primary Filter 20-82912 20-40335

Control

Handle

Upper Cord Hook

Combination Brush

Carrying

Handle Upper Hose

Extension

Release Pedal

Release Lever

Motor Protector

(Behind Hose)

Wand Holder

Furniture

Guard

Nozzle

Floor_ Wand

Brush /

Sensor

Dust Bin Release

Handle

Dust Bin

Exhaust Filter Cover

(Filter Inside)

)

Please pay special attention to these hazard alert boxes, and follow any instructions I

_b 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,

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard Do not plug into the electrical supply

until the assembly is complete. Failure

to do so could result in electrical 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 vacuum cleaner.

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.

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.

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.

CAUTION

Do not overtighten. Overtightening could strip the screw

holes. Do not operate the cleaner without

the 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

lug

Wrap the power cord around the quick release cord hook and the carrying handle. Lock the power cord plug onto the power

cord.

HANDI-MATE JR.®

see separate I_ //l/I//'

TELESCOPIC WAND

PLACEMENT

Place the telescopic wand in the wand

holder. Place the crevice tool in the top of

the telescopic wand.

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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 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.

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 plug. If it still does not fit, contact a

qualified technician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.

_ Crevice

iJ ,oo,

_-_--_ Teloscopic

Wand

2. Detach the Lockinl )ower cord plug Notch

from the power cord and pull the 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.

IbWARNING

Personal Injury and Product Damage Hazard

• DO NOT place hands or feet under

the unit at any time.

• DO NOT use outlets above coun- ters. 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.

inteliCLEAN - Turns ON the vacuum cleaner in inteliCLEAN mode (see page 8

for details).

SUCTION/TOOLS - Changes the suction level of the vacuum cleaner motor. If the

unit is OFF and locked in the upright posi- tion pressing the SUCTION button turns

ON only the vacuum cleaner motor to HIGH for cleaning of most carpets, rugs

and fabrics. The agitator starts (in HIGH speed) when the vacuum cleaner is low- ered into the operating position. Pressing

the SUCTION button cycles the vacuum cleaner motor through suction levels. H.M.L = HIGH, MEDIUM, LOW

GENTLE/FLOOR - Turns ON the vacuum cleaner motor to HIGH suction level and the agitator motor to LOW speed level for gentle cleaning of most delicate carpets and rugs. Pressing the GENTLE/FLOOR button a second time turns OFF the agita-

tor motor for cleaning bare floors. In order to get MEDIUM and LOW suction levels for cleaning, press the SUCTION button to

cycle the vacuum cleaner motor through MEDIUM, LOW, and HIGH suction levels respectively.

CARPET - Turns ON the vacuum clean- er motor to HIGH suction level and the

agitator motor to HIGH speed level for cleaning of most carpets and rugs. In order to get MEDIUM and LOW suction

levels for cleaning, press the SUCTION button to cycle the vacuum cleaner motor through MEDIUM, LOW, and HIGH suction

levels respectively.

OFF - Turns OFF vacuum cleaner.

, TOOLS

MOTOR FUNCTION

Touch

Control Vacuum Cleaner Agitator

Button (Suction) Motor Motor

AORF;E OFF OFF

C T HIGH HIGH

GENTLE HIGH LOW

FLOOR HIGH OFF

SUCTION HIGH/MEDIUM/LOW

rite CLEAN Variable Power HIGH/LOW/OFF

YourKenmorevacuumcleanerisequippedwiththelatesttechnologyinfloorcare.The

KenmoreinteliCLEANautomaticallychoosestherightcleaningpowerforanycleaning need.Medium power for everyday pickup, High power for normal dirt, and Maximum

power for deep cleaning high traffic areas.

When inteliCLEAN mode is activated the inteliCLEAN indicator is green.

To turn OFF or de-activate inteliOLEAN press the inteliCLEAN button or TOOLS button.

When there is little or no dirt present the dirt

sensor is green, indicating that inteliCLEAN power is at MEDIUM. At MEDIUM power the

vacuum cleaner operates at low energy con-

sumption and noise levels.

Motor/Fan Speed

With normal dirt concentration the dirt sen-

sor is amber, indicating that inteliCLEAN power is at HIGH. Energy consumption

and noise levels increase.

With heavy dirt concentration the dirt sen-

sor is amber and red, indicating that inteliCLEAN power is at MAXlUM. The

vacuum cleaner operates at its highest

energy consumption and noise levels.

Motor/Fan Speed

_ irt Sensor

Motor/Fan Speed

Lights Red

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.

Do not use the CARPET setting (high speed) for cleaning berber style car- pet. The high agitator speed could

damage the carpet or cause excessive carpet wear.

Touch Control

Setting Carpet (1)

Gentle {2) Floor (3)

To select a pile height setting:

Agitator Bare

Speed Floor

High

Low

Off 7

Commercial

or Low Pile

Use the GENTLE setting (low speed)

ONLYfor berber or delicate pile car-

peting. The agitator may slow down or stop on thick carpeting, area rugs or throw rugs. If agitator stops and does

not restart, see page 12, AGITATOR MOTOR OVERLOAD PROTECTOR.

The FLOOR setting may be used for all indoor bare floors including wood,

tile, linoleum, slate etc.

Berber

or Delicate Area

Carpet Plush Shag Rug

€

Turn off vacuum cleaner. Select a pile height setting by tilting the cleaner back

until front 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 setting

for 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

in one spot for any length of time when the agitator is turning. Damage to carpet may occur,

Brush

Carrying

Handle

_ Handi.Mate Jr.®

--Crevice

Tool

TELESCOPIC WAND WITH SUCTION CONTROL SLIDE

1, Remove the lower end of the extension

hose from the wand holder by grasping

the hose collar, twisting, and pulling

straight up.

2, Remove the telescopic wand from the

wand holder.

3. Remove the crevice tool from its storage position in the wand. Turn the locking ring

to the UNLOCK position.

Extension Hose

ExtensionHose ReleaseLever

B-Telescopic

Wand

TO USE ATTACHMENTS

Remove the lower end of the extension hose from the wand holder by grasping the

hose collar, twisting, and pulling straight up.

Rotate the 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.

, WARNING

Electrical Shock And Personal Injury

Hazard

Crevice

Tool

Telescopic

Wand

1. Hose Collar

-- Wand

Holder

Disconnect electrical supply before ser- vicing or cleaning the unit. Failure to do

so could result in electrical shock or per- sonal injuryfrom cleaner suddenly starting.

Extendthewandtoitsfulllength.Turnthe lockingringtotheLOCKposition.Attach

thewandontotheopenendofthehose.

Lower_._ _ Suction

Wand__ Control Slide

t Wood

\ _\ LockingRingI

_Unlock _,_ Upper

Align the tabs on the wand with the "J"

slots in the hose. Push the wand into the hose and twist to the right to lock.

Tab

Telescopic

To achieve maximum reach with the attachments, add the crevice tool to the

end of the wand by inserting and twisting slightly.

The combination brush can be attached directly to the wand.

b Brush_

Wand

Suction

Tool

Control

_lHose AtttaCnhsifolOOrbr_sh directly to

\ \_-T- Telescopic

Extension _ \

Floor _

Brush __

Use the floor brush for cleaning of floors or stairs.

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.

Suction Note: Return

suction control slide to the closed

position for normal cleaning.

IbCAUTION

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.

CB_umsbinatB:_h _ "

Holder

Use the brush holder without the brush for greater suction on furniture cushions or

stairs. Use brush holder with brush for cleaning loose surfaces such as drapes.

TO STORE ATTACHMENTS

Remove the cornbination brush. Snap into appropriate storage location.

Remove crevice tool from the wand by twist- ing. Lay aside.

Remove the telescopic wand from the hose.

Slide the lower wand into the upper wand. Turn the wand locking ring to the LOCK posi- tion.

Place the crevice tool down into the com-

)ressed wand. Place the telescopic wand in

the wand holder

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.

CAUTION

DO NOT pull the vacuum cleaner around the room by the hose. Property damage or personal injury could result.

CLEANING AREA

ATTAC HM ENT Furniture*

CREVICE TOOL _ 4

COMBINATION BRUSH ** _ 4 FLOOR BRUSH

Handi-Mate Jr.@ _ 4

* Always clean attachments before using on fabrics.

**Use the brush holder with out the brush for greater suction on furniture cushions or stairs. Use

brush holder with brush for cleaning loose surfaces such as drapes.

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* Drapes*

Stairs

¢ ,/

,/ ,/

J = Applicable

,WARNING

Personal Injury Hazard Use care if vacuum cleaner is placed on stairs. If it falls, personal injury or prop-

erty damage could result.

For best cleaning results, keep the airflow passage clear.

Unplug the vacuum cleaner from the outlet before checking.

Floors

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-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.

To correct problem empty the dust bin. If using attachments, adjust to allow for greater air flow.

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. To correct problem empty the dust bin.

If using attachments, adjust to allow for greater air flow.

Motor Protector (Behind Hose)

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 clogs, if necessary. See page 19, CLOG REMOVAL section. Also check and

replace any clogged filters. Wait approximately thirty (30) minutes before

restarting vacuum cleaner.

AGITATOR MOTOR 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 Agitator Motor reset button.

If the problem persists, have the Reset Button vacuum cleaner

serviced by a Sears or other

qualified technician.

Agitator Motor

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 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.

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