Kenmore 11, 614, 624, 116.24614 Owner's Manual

Owner'sManual ManualDelPropietario

VacuumCleaner

Aspiradora

Model, Modelo

116,24614

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

safety and operating

instructions before first use of this product.

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

Kenmora Vacuum Cleaner Warranty ... 2

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

Parts and Features ................. 4-5

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

Power-Mata Jr." Storage .............. 7

Use ................................ 8

Howto Start ........................ 8

VacuumingTips ..................... 9

SuggestedPile HeightSettings ........ 10

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

AttachmentUse Chart ............... 11

PerformanceFeatures ............. 11-12

HowYour Vacuum Works ............ 13

Canister Care ...................... 13

Bag Changing ..................... 13

Cleaning ExteriorandAttachments ..... 14

MotorSafety FilterChanging .......... 14

ExhaustFilterChanging .............. 15

Power-Mata • Care .................. 15

Belt Changingand AgitatorCleaning.. 16-17

LightBulbChanging ................. 18

AgitatorServicing ................... 18

Troubleshooting .................... 19

Requesting Assistance

Or Service .................. BackCover

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 ONE YEAR 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 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

Yn_Ursafety is important to us. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock,

uryto persons or damage when using your vacuum cleaner, follow basic

safely precautions including the following:

Read all intstructionsinthis manual before assembling or usingyour vacuum cleaner.

Use your cleaner only as described inthis manual. Use onlywith Sears recommended

attachments.

Disconnect electdcal supply before

servicingor cleaning out brush area.

Failure todo so couldresult in electrical

shock or brushsuddenly starting,

Do not leave cleanerwhen plugged in. Unplug from outletwhen not in use and before servicing,

To reduce the riskof electrical shock - Do

not use outdoorsor 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 damaged cord or plug. If cleaner is not working as itshould, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or

dropped into water, return it to a Sears Service Centre.

Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close door on cord, or pull cord

around sharpedges or comers. Do not run cleaner over cord. Keep cordaway 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 anythingthat may

reduce air flow. Keep hair, loose clothing,fingers, and all

parts of body away from openings and moving parts.

SAVE THESE

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 fluids,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 pickup anything that is burning or

smoking,such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.

Do not use cleaner without dust bag and/or

filters in place. Always change the dust bag after

vacuuming carpet cleaners or freshener,

powdersand fine dust. These productsclog

the bag, reduce airflow and can cause the

bag to burst. Failure to change bag could

cause permanent damage tothe cleaner.

Do not use the cleaner to pick up sharp hardobjects, small toys, pins, paper clips,

etc. They may damage the cleaner or dust

bag.

Do not operate cleaner without the exhaust

filteror exhaust filter door in place (If

applicable).

The hose contains electrical wires. Do not

use when damaged, cut,or punctured. Replace if cut or worn. Do not pickup

sharpobjects. Always turn off and unplug the cleaner

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

nozzle.

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

You are responsiblefor making sure that yourvacuum cleaner is not used byanyone

unable to operate it properly.

INSTRUCTIONS

Proper assembly and safe use of your vacuum cleaner are,your responsibilit es 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 caution symbols. Please pay special attention to these boxes and follow any instructions given. WARNINGs[atements alert you to such dangers as

fire, electrical shock burns and personal injury. CAUTION statements a erfyou to such dangers as persona njury and/or propertydamage.

Itis importantto know yourvacuum cleaner'sparts and features to ensure itsproperand safe use. Reviewthese before usingyour cleaner.

Item Part No. Part No.

In U.S. In Canada

HeadlightBulb 20-5240 596181 Belt 20-5218 20-5218C

Power-Mate®

Telescoping Wand

Range

Wand Quick Release Pedal

(Not Shown)

Handle

Quick Release

Button

_---Wand

Length Adjust

Button

Belt

Pile

Height Pedal

Handle

Protector ResetBu_on

Power-Mate" Model/Serial Number (On Bottom)

s Cleaner

(Not Shown)

HOSE

3-Way On/Off Switch

Off/Floor/Carpet

_-q_-- H_,andle

ATTACHMENTS

Crevice

TOOI "_" _]_7 Floor

Brush _ _

Power-Mate Jr.°

It.................

Combination _E _ <-'- Dusting

Brush_ : __) Brush

I ................. d

CANISTER

Item Part No. Part No.

In U.S. In Canada Dust Bag 20-50557 20-50557C Exhaust Filter 20-86889 20-86889C

Motor Safety Filter 20-86883 20-86883C

Tool Storage Cover (Attachment Storage inside)

Canister

Cord

Rewind Button _.

Power.Mate Jr."

Storage cover

Exhaust Filter Cover

Cord

Hood

Bag Holder

Dust Bag

Motor Safety Filter (Behind 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.

Beforeassemblingvacuum,checkthe PACKING LIST on the coverof the separate

Repair Parts List.Use this listto verifythat you have received all the componentsof yournew Kenmorevacuum.

WAND -TELESCOPING

Wand Length

Adjust

Button

The wand length

6, is adjustable

="=.- and requires no

assembly. To

Hand adjust, simply Above push down on

This the wand adjust Tab button and slide

the upper wand

_lr to the desired

height.

The swivel,

located on the Power-Mate®,

allows you to

turn the handle to the left side to

reach farther under low furni-

ture.

When adjusting the wand length you may have to hold the Power-Mate®with your hand

or foot.

POWER-MATE ®

Insert wand into Power-Mate®until the wand button snaps into place.

Handle

Quick Release

Button

Telescoping

Wand

-- Wand Length

Adjust Button

:_--_ Wand

Button

Wand Quick

lease Pedal

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.

HOODANDTOOL

STORAGE COVER

it is normal for the canister hood and tool

storage cover to come off when opened fur-

ther than needed. Line up the hinge slots,

insert the hinges into the slots, and close the hood and tool storage cover to reinstall.

CAUTION

Never open canister hood with the tool storage cover open. This will

help to prevent damage from occurring to the canister hood and/or tool storage cover,

This canister is equipped with an on-board

HOSE

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.

Handl

Lock

Notch

2. Insert han- H die into wand

until lock but-

ton snaps in

place. Be

sure hose is not twisted.

To remove:

-- Press handle

Handle quick release Quick buttonand

Release_ pull up on

I 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.

storagearea for a Power-MateJr.= attach-

ment.

To Install:

Open the Power-Mate Jr.®storage cover.

Insert the Power-Mate Jr.", press down into

place, and close the lid securely.

To Remove:

Open the storage cover. Remove Power- Mate Jr.®from the storage area and use as

needed (see AI-IACHMENTS and ATTACH- MENT USE).

Power-Mate Jr. _ Storage Cover

HOW TO START

WARNING

Personal Injury and Product Damagi 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.

Cord 1. Pull cord out _eu_nd .__ of canister to

_ esired length.

The cord will

not rewind until

the cord rewind

button is pushed.

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.

2. 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. Push cord rewind button.

Indicator

Release

Pedal -_ ,

Pile Height

Pedal

3. Lower wandfrom uprightpositionby pressingon the handle release pedal.

CAUTION

DO NOT leave the Power-Mate •

Damage to carpet may occur.

4. Select a pile height setting by pressing

the small pedal on the rear of the Power-

Mate". The pile height setting shows on the indicator. See SUGGESTED PILE HEIGHT SEI-i'INGS.

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.

_OFF

FLOOm

&RPET

5. Select a switch position on the

handle.

OFF FLOOR - turns on the canister motor only.

CARPET - turns on both the canister and the Power-Mate" motors.

NOTE - When this switch is in the FLOOR

position, the headlight DOES NOT function since no electricity flows to the Power-

Mate e.

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 carpet with slow, gliding motions.

"_ NOTE: Fast,

jerky strokes do not provide

complete clean- ing.

The hose swivel allows the hose to _,._ _

turn without moving _I_I_

the canister. This is helpful for cleaning in _,_r _,"

small areas. Check

hose for twisting

before pulling canister.

Product Damage Hazard Use care if the Power-Mate ®and

wand is left in the upright position as

it may tip over easily. Property damage can occur if tipped.

Personal Injury and Product Damage Hazard

• DO NOT run over power cord with

Power-Mate °. Personal injury or

damage could result.

• DO NOT pull plug from wall by

the power cord. If there is damage to the cord or plug, personal injury

or property damage could result.

Suction

ContrOl

Carpeted stairs needto 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.

! CAUTION

Product Damage Hazard

Do not pull on the hose to move the

canister from one stair to the next.

=When finished cleaning in one area

use the handle grip on the canister to move the vacuum to a new location

for further cleaning.

The stair grip located on the caster will aid

in preventing the canister from

slipping when used

on stairs (see

PERFORMANCE

FEATURES).

NOTE: Be sure the canister is resting securely on the stairs and the caster is in a

locked position before using.

For best cleaning results, keep the airflow passage open. Check each assembly 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:

HI - Shag, deep pile, or scatter rugs. MED - Medium to deep pile. LO - Low to medium pile. XLO - Most carpets and bare floors.

CAUTION

ATTACHMENTS ON HANDLE

NOTE: If the

Power-Mate" is

attached, turn

cleaner off

before remov-

ing handle

from wand.

1. Press han-

dle quick

release button

and pull up on

handle.

Lock t

Handle m Quick

Upper

NOTE:

To assemble

dusting brush,

insert the fabric

brush into the

dusting brush

nozzle and press

into place

2. Slide attachments firmly on handle as

needed. See ATI-ACH- MENT USE CHART.

Dusting

Brush

FabHc

Brush

Latch

To remove,

presslatch

and liftout.

ATTACHMENTS ON WANDS

1.To

remove wands from Power-

Mate ®,lock

wand in straight-up

position.

3. Put attach-

meats on

wands as

needed. See

ATTACHMENT

USE CHART

Wend 2. Press wand quick Quick release pedal with foot

Release and pull the wand

P,_det straight up and out of

Power-Mate ®.

ATTACHMENT

.Dusting !

CombtnaUon oruan brash Fabric _

brush

Crevice tool

Floor brush €;_

Power'Mate= Hand!-:.',.;:_Jr."

(SomeUodet=)'*'

Power-Mate Jr.•

(SomeMod,s)-- _ _;_

Furn_ure*

X X

x x

Between

Cushions*

CLEANING AREA

Drapes°

Bare

Stair= Floors

x x

X**

x x

Carpeted

Floors/Rugs

Walls

*Alwaysclean attachments beforeusingon fabrics. "*3-way OnJOflswitchshouldbe in FLOOR position, *** Handi-MateJr.2 and Power-MateJr."attachmentinstructionsare includedwiththe products.

NOTE: When separating wands, depress lock button complete y before pullinqwands apart. If

wand lock button is difficult to depress, push the two wands more tightly together to line up the lock button with the hole. Depress lock button and then pull wands apart.

EDGE CLEANER

Active brush edge cleaners are on both

sides of the Power-

Mate`=. Guide either

side of the Power- Mate" 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 agitator jam. If the agitator slows down or stops, the overload protector shuts off the

Power-Mate ®.The

canister motor will continue to run.

Overload Protector

To correct problem: Turn off vacuum, remove obstruction, then press reset button.

To reset: Press the overload protector

button. A ball point pen may be required.

SUCTION CONTROL

The suction control allows

you to change the vacuum

suction for different fabrics Suction Suction

and carpet weights. Opening the control decreases

suction for draperies and lightweight rugs, while closing the control increases suction

for upholsteries and carpets.

Personal Injury Hazard Always unplug the vacuum cleaner

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

to do so can result in personal

injury.

POWER-MATE eSTORAGE

The lower wand

has a "U" shaped 4,

tlange in the area _!"

where the power cord attaches. The

base has a"U" shaped slot near

the front.

The flange 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.

To attach the Power-Mate ®, it must be in the flat position as shown in the illustration. Use

the handle release pedal to place it in this position.

The wand will slip out of the slot as it is lifted

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

lowered for storage.

THERMALPROTECTOR

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.

ELECTRONIC BAG/HOSE CHECK INDICATOR

Ele_onlc Bag/Hose

Check Indicator

The light comes

on whenever the airflow becomes

blocked, dust

bag needs changing or canister safety

filter needs

cleaning.

NOTE: The light may come on when using certain attachments, due to reduced airflow

through attachment.

Refer to TROUBLESHOOTING.

STAIR GRIP

During normal operation while the vacuum is in the horizontal position, the caster wheel

rotates freely 360 ° .

The Stair Grip feature allows

the caster wheel to lock in

position when

the unit is

rotated 25 ° from horizontal

into a vertical position in

order for the vacuum to rest on stairs.

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