Kenmore Elite 12510441710 Owner’s Manual

Use & Care Guide

Manual de Uso y Cuidado

Kenmore Elite

SSV|Complete

™

®

Cyclonic Multi-Vac

Multiaspiradora ciclónica

Model/Modelo: 125.10441710

Vacuum Cleaner Help Line:
1-877-531-7321

8:00am-5:00pm EST, M-F

Sears Brands Management Corporation
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA
www.kenmore.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

Packing List .................................................................................................................... 2

Important Safety Instructions ....................................................................................... 3-5

Kenmore Elite Vacuum Cleaner Warranty .......................................................................6

Parts and Features ...................................................................................................... 7-9

Assembly Instructions ............................................................................................... 10-11

Operating Instructions .............................................................................................. 12-13

Vacuum Maintenance and Care ............................................................................... 14-15

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................ 16

BEFORE USING YOUR NEW VACUUM CLEANER

Read this Use & Care Guide. It will help you assemble and operate your new Kenmore Elite
vacuum cleaner in the safest and most effective way.

For more information about vacuum cleaner care and operation, call the Vacuum Cleaner
Help Line at 1-877-531-7321. You will need the complete model and serial numbers when
requesting information.

Your vacuum 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 Elite vacuum cleaner.

Model No.____________________________________________
Serial No. ____________________________________________
Date of Purchase ______________________________________

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

PACKING LIST

Your KENMORE ELITE CORDLESS VACUUM CLEANER is packaged with the following
parts and components assembled separately in the carton:

1 Hand Vacuum
1 Carpet Motorized Nozzle
1 Pet PowerMate™
1 Wall Mountable Charging Dock
2 Screws
1 Battery Charger Base
1 Crevice Tool
1 Manual

1 Under Appliance Tool
1 Bare Floor Motorized Nozzle
1 Battery Pack
2 Attachment Clips
1 Telescoping Wand
1 Charging Adapter
1 Dusting Brush

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING!

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS GUIDE BEFORE ASSEMBLING OR USING YOUR
VACUUM CLEANER. T

or damage when using your vacuum cleaner, follow all safety precautions
listed below.

• Use your vacuum only as described in this
Use & Care Guide.

• Do not use or charge outdoors or on wet
surfaces.

• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close
attention is necessary when used by or
near children, pets or plants.

• Use only manufacturer’s recommended
attachments. Do not use attachments
other than those supplied with this
vacuum.

• Do not handle charger, including charger
plug, and charger terminals with wet
hands

• Do not put any object 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.

• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

• Do not use to pick up flammable or
combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or
use in areas where they may be present.

• Switch off the appliance before
connecting the accessories.

• Do not pick up anything that is burning
or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches,
or hot ashes.

• Do not pick toxic solution such as chlorine
bleach, ammonia or drain cleaner.

• Do not use without dust cup and HEPA
filter in place.

• Do not charge the unit outdoors.

• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure

o reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons

the switch is in the off position before
connecting to battery pack, picking up
or carrying the appliance.

• Do not carry the appliance with your
finger on the switch or energizing
appliances that have the switch on.

• Disconnect the battery pack from
the appliance before making any
adjustments, changing accessories, or
storing appliance. Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the
appliance accidentally.

• Do not attempt to use this charging
adapter with any other product nor
attempt to charge this product with
another charging adapter.

• To recharge vacuum, use only Kenmore
model KA00001 charging adapter.

• Use appliances only with specifically
designated KA00002 battery packs.
Use of any other battery packs may
create a risk Do not dispose of battery
pack in a fire or trash can.

• When battery pack is not in use, keep
it away from other metal objects, like
paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws
or other small metal objects that can
make a connection from one terminal to
another. Shorting the battery terminals
together may cause burns or a fire.

• Do not use a battery pack or appliance
that is damaged or modified. Damaged
or modified batteries may exhibit
unpredictable behavior resulting in fire,
explosion or risk of injury.

• Do not attempt to disassemble battery pack.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Do not immerse vacuum cleaner, or
charging adapter in water or other liquids.

• Always turn the vacuum off before
connecting or disconnecting the
motorized carpet and bare floor nozzles.

• Store the cordless vacuum indoors. Put
the cordless vacuum away after use to
prevent accidents.

• Keep your work area well lit.

• Keep the vacuum moving over the carpet
surface at all times to avoid damaging
the carpet fibers.

• Do not vacuum up any liquids.

• Do not use in an enclosed space where
vapors are present from paint, paint
thinner, moth-proofing substances,
flammable dust or other explosive or
toxic materials.

• Do not pick up hard or sharp objects
such as glass, nail, screws or coins that
could damage the vacuum cleaner.

• To avoid excessive heat and damage
to unit or batteries, do not operate the
vacuum while charging.

• Do not use extension cords or outlets with
inadequate current carrying capacity.

• DO NOT MUTILATE OR INCINERATE
BATTERIES AS THEY WILL EXPLODE AT
HIGH TEMPERATURE.

• Do not expose a battery pack or appliance
to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure
to fire or temperature above 265°F (130°C)
may cause explosion.

• Leaks from battery cells can occur under
extreme usage or temperature conditions.
If the liquid gets on skin, wash quickly
with water. If liquid gets into the eyes,
flush them immediately with clean water
for a minimum of 10 minutes. Seek
medical attention.

• While there is no shock hazard from

electrical terminals located on the
vacuum, a burn could result from metal
objects being inserted into the terminal
areas. Vacuum cleaner terminals should
always be kept free of objects.

• Store charger indoors in a cool, dry
area, not exposed to weather to avoid
electrical shock and/or damage to the
vacuum cleaner.

• Changes or modifications to this unit
not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.

• Charging improperly or at temperatures
outside of the specified range may
damage the battery and increase the risk
of fire.

• You are responsible for making sure that
your vacuum cleaner is not used by anyone
who is unable to operate it properly.

• Have servicing performed by a qualified
repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that
the safety of the product is maintained.

• Do not modify or attempt to repair
the appliance or the battery pack (as
applicable) except as indicated in the
instructions for use and care.

•

This appliance is designed for household

use only!

NOTICE

This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions.

1. This device may not cause harmful
interference.

2. This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Disposal

This product contains a detachable
Lithium-ion battery pack formulated from
environmentally sensitive materials. This
product must be disposed of properly
with due care for the environment. Do
not dispose of product with household
garbage.

Consult your local waste authority for
information regarding available recycling
or disposal options.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Household use only.

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WARRANTY

KENMORE ELITE LIMITED WARRANTY

FOR ONE YEAR from the date of sale, this product is warranted against defects in
material or workmanship when it is assembled, operated and maintained according to all
supplied instructions.

WITH PROOF OF SALE, a defective appliance will be replaced free of charge.

For warranty coverage details to obtain free replacement, visit the web page:
www.kenmore.com/warranty

This warranty does not cover filters or belts, which are expendable parts that can wear
out from normal use within the warranty period.

This warranty is void if this product is ever used for other than private household purposes.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.

Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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PARTS AND FEATURES

It is important to know your vacuum cleaners parts and features to assure its proper and
safe use. Review these before using your vacuum.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Item Part No.

HEPA Filter+Two Foam Filters 561025105
Charging Adapter KA00001
25V Battery Pack KA00002

Battery Charger Base 561025118
Wall Mountable Charging Dock 561025111

Carpet Nozzle Brush Roll 561025117
Bare Floor Nozzle Brush Roll 561025116

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B

Hand Vacuum

PARTS AND FEATURES

Battery Charging Base Battery PackCharging Adapter

Carpet Motorized Nozzle

Wall Mountable
Charging Dock

Bare Floor Motorized Nozzle Pet PowerMate™

Telescoping Wand

Crevice Tool

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Rotating Dusting Brush

Extendable Under
Appliance Tool

PARTS AND FEATURES

All included accessory tools can be
inserted into either the hand vacuum or
telescoping wand. You will hear a click
if inserted correctly.

Rotating Dusting Brush

Can be used for multiple applications,
floor, furniture and overhead cleaning,
including ceiling fans.

Telescoping Wand

When attached, can be extended from
19" to 27" as necessary to reach difficult
to clean places.

Crevice Tool

Insert tool into hand vacuum or telescoping
wand. You will hear a click once inserted
correctly.

Pet PowerMate™

Suggested use for optimal control is when
inserted into the hand vacuum.
Hold at an angle so rotating brush sits
flush to cleaning surface.

Under Appliance Tool:

Pull blue sleeve back and rotate tube to
locked position at 180 degrees. With
arrow facing up, insert tool into hand
vacuum or telescoping wand. You will
hear a click once inserted correctly.

Click

For extended reach, pull the end of the
tool out until you hear it click.

Always be sure that contact

NOTE:

surfaces of accessory tools are clean
before use.

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Before assembling the vacuum cleaner, check the PACKING LIST (Page 2). Use list
to verify that you have received all the components of your new Kenmore Elite SSV
Complete Cyclonic Multi-Vac.

1. Insert the telescoping wand into the hand
vacuum until you hear a click.

Click

2. Insert one of the motorized nozzles into the
telescoping wand until you hear a click.

Click

3. Slide the battery pack along the slots
under the hand vacuum handle into
the vacuum.

Click

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59”

(Recommended)

4. Insert the 2 attachment clips into the wall
mountable charging dock on each side.

Attachment Clip

5. Insert the battery charger base into the
charging dock.

CAUTION:

When attaching the
additional nozzle to
the charging dock,
align the nozzle slot
indentations with
the top edge of the
dock retention clip.
Push the nozzle
straight into the
clip. If the nozzle
is attached at an
angle, it may fall
off.

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44”

(Minimum)