Kenmore 116.5561290 Owner's Manual
Vacuum Cleaner
0 WNER'SMANUAL
READ THIS MANUAL for important safety,
assembly and operating instructions.
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- CONTENTS
WARRANTY .............................. 2
SERVICE ................................ 2
iMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....... 3
PARTS AND FEATURES .................. 4-5
ASSEMBLY .............................. 6-7
USE ...................................... 8
How to Start ............................ 8
Vacuuming Tips .......................... 9
Dirt Sensor ............................... 10
Suggested Pile Height Settings ............. 11
Attachments ........................... 11
Attachment Use Chart ................... 12
Performance Features ................. 12-13
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.
VARRANTY
KENMORE VACUUM CLEANER
FULLONE-YEAR WARRANTY
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
SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES,
and Sears wiU repair it free of charge.
If this vacuum cleaner is used tar 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,
HoffmanEstates,IL.60179
HOW YOUR VACUUM WORKS ........... 13
CANISTER CARE ......................... 14
Bag Changing .......................... 14
Motor Satety Filter Cleaning ............... 15
Cleaning Exterior and Attachments ........ 15
POWER-MATE TMCARE .................. 16
Light Bulb Changing ..................... 16
Belt Changing and Brush Cleaning ...... 16-17
Brush Servicing .......................... 18
Brush Assembly ......................... 18
TROUBLESHOOTING .....................19
ERVICE
If you need service or paris, visit your 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 paris, have the
following information available:
1. Canister model number and serial number,
2. POWER-MATE TMmodel number and serial number,
3. Description of probiem.
4, Part number.
5. Name of part.
6. Location of part - Canister or POWER-MATE TM,
English Speaking:
To Call Toll Free For Service: (1-800-4-REPAIR)
(!-800-473-7247)
To Calt Toil Free For Paris: (1-800-FON-PART]
(!-800-366-7278)
Spanish Speaking:
To Call Toll Free For Service: (1-800-626-5811)
To Call Toll Free For Parts: (1-800-659-7084)
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MPORTANT 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 riskof electric 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 connecting or
disconnecting the hose or POWER-MATETM,
Always turn cleaner off before unplugging,
Do not unplug by putling 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/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 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 ptug or cleaner with wet
hands.
Do not operate cleaner with a punctured
hose, The hose contains electrica! wires.
Replace if cul or worn. Avoid picking up
sharp objects,
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,
Do not use cleaner withouJ dust bag and/or
filters in place. Always change the dust bag
after vacuuming 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 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 is burning or
smoking, such as cigareffes, matches, or hot
ashes.
Do not use cleaner lo 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 isintended only for household use.
Read this Owner's Manual carefully for important use and safety information.
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PARTS AND FEATURES
It is important to know your vacuum cleaner parts
and features to assure its proper and safe use.
Review these before using your cleaner.
COPY YOUR MODEL AND SERIAL
NUMBERSHERE.
Copy this information from the
bottom of each unit into these
spaces_ Keep these numbers for
future reference. If you need service ,
or cal with a question, have this
information ready:
116.
Canister Model Number
3-Way Oru_)ff Switch
Off/Bare Fioor/Carpet
(Soma Medals)
Speed
Control
(Some
Modats)
D-
Canister Serial Number
1!6.
POWER-MATETM Model Number
D-
POWER-MATETM Serial Number
•-- Cord end
Plug Holder
--Handle Qu_k
RePose
(Some Models)
--Upper Wand
Wand
Cord and
Cord Holder
POWER-MATETM
Hose
Swivel
Wand Quick
Retease Pedal
POWER-MATE TM
Model/Serial Numbers
(On Bottom)
Handle Re}ease
Pedal Pile Height Pedal
Overload Protector
(Reset Sutton)
Pile Height / Headlight and Leea
indicator // Bulb
c,..e,
/ (NOt Shown)
Dirt Sensor
(Indicator Lights)
ATTACHMENTS
Crevice Tool l
Oustio 9 Brush
t t
Fsbric Brush Ftoo# Bt_JSh
NOTE: Atl 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
or outdoor use.
CANISTER
Attachment
Storage
{Some Models)
HANDt.MATETM jr
(Some Models)
Cord
Rewind Bar
TE TM Jr.
de_s)
Csnistel
Hood
Sag Holder
CnnieWr Model/
Serial Numbers
(On Bottom)
Motor Safety FT!ter
(Behind Dust Bag)
Oust Bag
I In U.S. #20*50558 ]
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===--=-ASSEMBLY
Before assembling your vacuum cleaner, be sure you
have al paris shown in PARTSAND FEATURES.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
shock or injury.
WANDS
Slide wands together
until wand button
snaps into place, Turn
wand button to the
slotted area of the
wand swivel.
The swivel allows you
to turn the handle to
the !eft side to reach
farther under low
furniture,
III
Cord
Holder
Wand
Swive!
POWER-MATETM
1. !nsert wands into POWER-MATh until the wand
buttons snaps into place,
_TM
2. Connect
POWER-MATE TM
ptug and cord as
shown, DO NOT
force. Raised area
of plug must be
toward hand.
3. Secure cord into
cord holder on
wand swivel,
To remove:
Disconnect cord
and step on wand
release pedal,
then pull up on
wands,
-- Wand
o_-'-._-- Wand
POWER-MATETM
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