Sears Vacuum Cleaner,Vacuum Cleaner Owner's Manual
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Vacuum Cleaner
READ THISMANUAL for important safety,
assembly and operating instructions.
ONTENTS
USE
How to Start, .............................................................
Vacuuming Tips........................................................
Suggested Pile Height Settings ...............................
A#achments ............................................................
Attachment Use Chart ............................................
Performance Features ............................................
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HOW YOUR VACUUM WORKS ..........................
CANISTER CARE ................................................
Bag Changing ...............................................
Motor Safety: Filter Cleaning ........................
Cleaning Exteflor and Attachments ...........
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POWER-MATE _= CARE ...............................................................
Light Bulb Changing ..............................................................
Bett Changing and Brush Cleaning ......................................
Brush Servicing ................................
Brush Assembly .......
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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.
ARRANTY
KENMO_E VACUUM CLEANE_
F! LLONE-YEA WARRANTY
When used for private household purposes, if within
one year from the dote of purchase, this vacuum
cleaner foils due to o defect in material or
workmanship, RETURNITTO THENEARESTSEARS
SERVICECENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THEUNITEDSTATES,
and Sears will repair if, free of charge.
If this vacuum cleaner is used for commercial or
rental purposes, the above warranty coverage
oppties for only 90 days from the dote of purchase.
Thiswarranty gives you specific Iego! rights, and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to
state.
SEA_S,ROEBUCKAND CO., D/8] 7WA
HOFFMAN ESTATES,IL6[Yl95
if you need service or parts, visit your local Sears service or
parts department, 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,
When requesting assistance, parts or service, always give
the following information:
1. Canister model number and serial number;
2. POWER-MATE _ Model number and serial number;
3. Problem description;
4. Part number;
5o Name of part;
6. Location of part - Canister or POWER-MATE7 _
TANT$.4FETY
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 recommended
attachments,
Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces,
Electrical shock could occur.
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-MATEY M
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/Department,
Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a
handle, close door on cord, or pul! 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 sen,icing.
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 operate cleaner with a punctured
hose. The hose contains electrical wires,
Replace if cut 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, tint. 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 without dust bag and/or
filters in place, Always change the dust bag
after vacuuming carpet cleaners or
fresheners, 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 cigarettes, matches, or
hot ashes,
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,
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,
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ARTS
tt 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
NUMBERS HERE.
Copy this information from the
bottom of each unit into these
spaces. Keepthese numbers for
future reference. If you need service
or cal! with a question, have this
information ready'.
Upper
Wand
116.
Canister Model Number
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Canister Serial Number
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POWER-MATETM
Model [',lumber
D" Wand _ Ii
POWER_MATETM Swivel
Serial Number
Hand Quick
Release
(Optional)
Cord and
Cord Holder
Upper Wand
POWER-MATE TM
Power Cord
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__ Cord And
Plug Holder
Belt
(#20-5285)
POWER-
Wand Quick
Release Pedal
Light
(Bulb #20-5240)
Ught Cover
POWER-MATE TM
Model/Serial Numbers
(on bottom)
Edge Cleaner
(Not Shown)
Handle Release
Pedal
Overload Protector
(Reset Button)
Pile Height indicator
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3-Way On/Off Switch
(Off!Bare Floor/Carpet)
(Optiona})
Speed
Control
(Optionat)
Suction Control
Handle
ATTACHM T$
Crevice TooJ
Dusting Brush
Fabric Brush
Floor Brush
Hose Swivel
Attachment
Canister - - --
Hood
Cover
Canister
Performance
indicator Light
(On Some Modets)
Cord
Rewind Bar
Performance
Indicator
(On Some Models)
Hood Release
Cord
Motor Safety Filter
(Behind Dust Bag)
Bag Holder
Dust Bag
Canister ModeJi
Sedal Numbers
(On Bottom)
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Before assembling your vacuum cleaner, be sure you
have all parts shown on pages 3 and 4,
Electrical Sock Hazard
Do not plug into electrical supply until assembly is
complete, Failure to do so could {esult in electrical
shock or injury.
WANDS
o Slide wands
together until wand
button snaps into
ptace. Turn wand
button to the slotted
area of the wand '_
swivel,
The swivel allows you
to turn the handle to
the left side to reach
farther under low
furniture,
Bu_on
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POWER-MATETM
1, insert wands into POWER-MATE TMuntit the wand
buttons snaps into place.
Raised Area
(If Present) To remove: step
on wand release
pedal, then pult up
on wands,
2. Connect
POWER-MATE TM
plug and cord as
shown, Do not
force. Raised area
of ptug must be
toward hand.
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'" . Wand
Swivel
Handle --
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Handle ---1
Button
CANISTER
1. Open the canister hood,
2oCheck the dust bag. See
page t 1 for installation
instructions,
3. Check motor safety filter,
See page 12 for installation
instructions,
Motor Safety Filter
Wand
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_ .__Wand
Button
Swivel
W_d Quick
Release
Pedal
POWER-MATE
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