Kenmore 11654213404, 11654213403, 11654213402, 11654213401, 11654213400 Owner’s Manual

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Owner's Manual ManualDel Propietario

Vacuum Cleaner

Aspiradora

Model, Modelo

CAUTION:

Read and follow all safety and operating

instructionsbefore first use ofthis product.

116.24212

116.24213

CUIDADO: Lea y siga 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

Printed in U.S.A.

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Before Using Your New Vacuum ....... 2

Kenmore Vacuum Cleaner Warranty.., 2

Important Safety Instructions ......... 3

Parts and Features ................. 4.5

Assembly Instructions ............. 6-7

use ................................ B

How toStart ........................ 8

Vacuuming Tips ..................... 9

Suggested Pile Height Settings ......... 9

Canister Care ...................... 12

Bag Changing ..................... 12

Cleaning Exterior and Attachments ..... 13

Motor Safety Filter Changing .......... 13

Exhaust Filter Changing .............. 14

Power.Mate ° Care .................. 14

Light Bulb Changing ................. 15

Belt Changing and Brush Cleaning .,. 15-16

Agitator Servicing ................... 17

Attachments ....................... 10

Attachment Use Chart ............... 10

Performance Features ............... 11

Troubleshooting .................... 18

Requesting Assistance

Or Service .................. Back Cover

How Your Vacuum Works ............ 12

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 ONEYEAR 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 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 warrantyapplies only while this productisin use inthe United States. This warrantygives

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

Yoursafety is importantto us.Toreducethe riskof fire,electricalshock,injury

to personsor damagewhenusingyour vacuumcleaner,followbasicsafetypre-

cautions including the following:

Read this manual before assembling or

usingyourvacuumcleaner.

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 servic- ing or cleaning out brush area. Failure to

do so could result in electrical shock or

brush suddenly starting.

Always turn off and unplug the cleaner

before connecting or disconnecting either hose, Handi-Mate Jr.®(if applicable) or

nozzle. Always turn cleaner off before unplugging.

Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. Do not allow plug to whip when rewinding.

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 operate the cleaner with a punc-

tured hose. The hose contains electrical wires. Replace if cut or worn. Avoid picking

up sharp objects. 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 mov- ing parts.

Donot usecleaner withoutdust bag and/or filters in place.

Always change the dust bag after vacuum-

ing carpet cleaners or freshener, 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 clips,

etc. They may damage the cleaner or dust

bag.

Do not pick up anything that is burning or

smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or

hot ashes.

Do not use cleaner to pick up flammable or

combustible liquids (gasoline, cleaning flu-

ids, 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. Do not operate without exhaust filter or

exhaust filter cover installed.

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, electrical shock, burns and personal injury. CAU.

TION statements alert you to such dan,qers as personal inlurYand/or propertydama,qe.

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

Headlight Bulb 20-5240 596181 Belt 20-5285 20-401 f 0

Cord and Plug

Holder

Cord and Cord Holder

Upper Wand

Power*Mate _ Power Cord

Power-Mate* ModeYSerial Numbers

(on

Holder --

Cord

Belt (Underneath

Cord _ Holder

Hand_ Re_ase

Pedal

(Some Models)

POWER-MATE®

Headlight and Lens

(Some Models)

Light Cover

(Some Models)

(Not Shown)

(Reset Button)

Pile Height Indicator (Some Models)

HOSE

ATTACHMENTS

2.Way On/Off Switch

Bare Floor/Carpet

(Some Models)

Handle

Power_Mate Jr.® (Some Models)

Crevice

Tool

Combination

Brush

Floor Brush

Handi.Mate Jr.6 (Some Models)

NOTE: All models have one set of attachments in the canister. Some

models have an additional set, which can be kept in the accessory

bag for garage use.

CANISTER

Item Part No. Part No.

In U.S. In Canada

Dust Bag 20-50558 20-50555

Exhaust Filter 20-86880 20-86880C Motor Safey Filter 20-86883 20-86883C

Attachment Cover

Storage

Canister

On/Off

Switch

Exhaust Filter Cover

(Exhaust Filter Inside)

Power

Cord

Hood

Release

Bag

Motor Safety Filter

(Behind Dust Bag)

Dust Bag

Electrical Shock Hazard

DO NOT plug into electrical supply until assembly is complete. Failure

to do so could result in electrical

shock or injury.

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.

WANDS

Slide wands together until

wand button

snaps into place.

Handle

Holder_

/ /

POWER-MATE ®

1, Insert wands into Power-Mate" until the wand buttons snaps into place.

2. Connect Power-

Raised Mate_plug and

. _, Raised area of

To remove: Disconnectcordand step on

wand release pedal, then pull up on wands,

cord as shown.

DO NOT force.

plug must be

toward hand.

3. Secure cord into

cord holder on wand swivel.

CANISTER

1. Open the canister hood.

2. Check to see that the dust bag is proper- ly installed. See BAG CHANGING for

instructions.

3. Check to see that the motor safety filter is properly installed. See MOTOR SAFETY

FILTER CLEANING for instructions.

HOOD

It is normal for the canister hood to come off when opened further than needed. Line up

the I_inge slots, insert them, and close the hood to replace it.

Handle

Handle Qu_k

Re_ase

_ome

HOSE

Latch

Notch

1. Line up the hose latch tab

and notch in canister hood

and insert hose into canister until

it snaps in place. To remove: Lift

hose latch tab

upward and pull up on hose.

Hose

_._ Hose Cover

Latch Tab

2. Insert handle into wand until lock button snaps in place. Be sure hose is

not twisted. To remove: Press handle release but-

ton and pull up on handle.

To store: Disconnect hose from wands and canister to prevent stress on hose

during storage. Store hose in a loosely coiled position so the hose covering is

not stressed.

Hood

Re_ase

Attachment

Storage

Dust Bag

HOW TO START

! WARNING

Personal Injury and Product Damage Hazard

• DO NOT plug in if switch is in ON position. Personal injury or

damage could result.

• The cord moves rapidly when rewinding. Keep children away and provide a clear path when

rewinding the cord to prevent

personal injury. DO NOT use outlets above

counters. Damage from cord to

items in surrounding area could occur.

1. Pull cord out of

canister to desired length.

Pile Height Indicator

Handle Release

Pedai

Pile Height Pedal (Some Models)

4. Lower wand from upright position by pressing on the handle release pedal.

1 CAUTION

DO NOT leave the Power-Mate * running in one spot in the upright

position for any length of time. Damage to carpet may occur.

5. Select a pile height setting by rotating the

pile height control. The pile height setting is shown on the control. See SUGGESTED

PILE HEIGHT SETTINGS.

2. Snap cord into grip to prevent

accidental

rewinding.

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 electrician to install the prop-

er outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.

3. Plug the polarized power cord into a 120

Volt outlet located near the floor. To rewind: Unplug the cleaner. Hold the

plug while rewinding to prevent damage or

injury from the moving cord. A slight tug will release the locking pawls in the cord reel

allowing it to retract.

Attention: Refer to your carpet manufac-

turers cleaning recommendations. Some more delicate carpets may require that they

be vacuumed with the Power-Mate * agitator

turned off, to prevent carpet damage.

ON/OFF

6. To turn unit on, step on the

ON/OFF switch.

SOME MODELS

TO turn on Power-

Mate", move the FLOOR/CARP ET

switch to the CARPET position.

[ FLOOI I CA_PE

Suggested sweeping pattern.

For best cleaning action, the Power-Mate" should be pushed straight away from you

and pulled straight back. At the end of each pull stroke, the direction of the Power-Mate *

should be changed to point into the next section to be cleaned. This pattern should

be continued across the rug with slow, glid- ing motions.

NOTE: Fast,

jerky strokes do

not provide complete clean-

ing.

The hose swivel allows the hose to

turn without moving the canister. This is

helpful for cleaning in small areas.

Check hose for twisting before

pulling canister.

Suction Control

Carpeted stairs need to be vacuumed regularly. For best cleaning results, fully

close the suction control.

WARNING

Personal Injury Hazard

Use care if canister is placed on stairs, If it falls, personal injury or property damage could result,

For best cleaning results, keep the air-

flow passage open. Cheok each assem- bly area in HOW YOUR VACUUM

WORKS occasionally for clogs. Unplug from outlet before checking.

For best deep down cleaning, use the XLO setting. However, you may need to raise the height to make some jobs easier, such as scatter rugs and some deep pile carpets, and to prevent the vacuum cleaner from

shutting off. Suggested settings are:

CAUTION

To prevent tip over, never leave

Power-Mate e on or in the upright position.Turning the handle to one

side will make the Power-Mate ° more

stable and less likely to tip over.

HI - Shag, deep pile, or scatter rugs. MED - Medium to deep pile.

LO - Low to medium pile, XLO - Most carpets and bare floors.

! CAUTION

DO NOT attach or remove handle or wands while cleaner is ON. This

could cause sparking and damage

the electrical contacts.

ATTACHMENTS ON HANDLE

NOTE: If the Power-Mate s is

Lock Button

" i button, then pull '== to remove han-

Upper die from wand.

I If your model

has the optional feature of a handle release, press it in similarly.

2. Slide attachments firm- __ ly on handle as needed.

See chart below.

attached, turn cleaner off

before removing handle from

wands.

1. Press lock

ATTACHMENTS ON WANDS

1. To remove

wands from Power-

Mate`*, lock wands in straight-up posi-

tion.

2. Remove Power-Matee plug and cord from holders.

3. Disconnect cord and steady Power-

Mate '_with foot and A turn wands until lock

button disappears, ==

then pull wands out

of Power-Mate *.

4. Put attachment on wands as needed. See

chart.

II ' ,,:;:'

CLEANING AREA

ATTACHMENT Furniture"

Combination Brush &

(Some Models) X

Crevice Tool

(Some Models) _ X

Floor Brush

(Some Models)

Power-Mate`* (Some Models)

Handi.Mate Jr.'* (Some Models)*** _ X

Power-Mate Jr.® (Some Models)***

"Alwayscleanattachmentsbefore usingonfabrics, ** 2-way switchshouldbein FLOOR position.

Handi-MateJr. and Power-MateJr. attachmentinstructionsare includedwith the products,

NOTE: When separat!ng wands, depress lock button completely before pullingwands apart.

wand Io_ outton is airricul! to aepress_ push the two wanas more tightly togemer to line up the lock outton with the no_e. uepress lock button and then pull wanas apart.

4_i X x

Between

Cushions*

Drapes*

Stairs

x x x

Bare

Floors

x** x

Carpeted

Floors/Rug_

Walls

EDGE CLEANER

Active brush edge cleaners are on both

sides of the Power- Mate". Guide either

side of the Power- Mate s along base-

boards or next to furniture to help

remove dirt trapped at

carpet edges.

OVERLOAD PROTECTOR

The Power-Mate ®has

built-in protection against motor and belt damage

should the brush jam. If the brush slows down or

stops, the overload protector button pops up

and shuts off the Power- Mate _.The canister motor

will continue to run, To correct problem: See

TROUBLESHOOTING, To reset; Push in the overload protector

button.

SUCTION CONTROL

The suction control allows

you to change the vacuum

Suction _Suction suction for

and carpet weights. Opening the control decreases suction for draperies and

lightweight rugs, while closing the control

increases suction for upholsteries and carpets.

different fabric

POWER-MATE®STORAGE

SOME MODELS

The lower wand has a "U" shaped flange

in the area where the power cord

attaches. The base

has a "U" shaped slot near the front

caster, The slot allows the

wands and Power- Mate _ to be stored

with the canister to conserve storage space. The canister must be stored on

end for this feature to be used. The wand will slip out of the slot as it is lift-

ed up for use and will slide into the slot as it

is lowered for storage.

THERMAL PROTECTOR

This vacuum has a thermal protector which automatically trips to protect the vacuum from overheating. The thermal protector

turns the motor off automatically to allow the motor to cool in order to prevent possible damage to the vacuum.

To reset: Turn off and unplug the vacuum from the outlet to allow the vacuum to cool.

Check for and remove any clogs. Also check and replace any clogged filters.

Wait approximately 50 minutes and plug the vacuum in and turn back on to see if

the thermal protector has reset. In some cases, the unit may suddenly restart. DO

NOT leave unattended.

Personal Injury Hazard Always unplug the vacuum cleaner

before cleaning the brush area as brush may suddenly restart. Failure

to do so can result in personal

injury.

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