Owner's Manual Vacuum Cleaner Model 116.29812 CAUTION: Read and follow all safety and operating instructions before first use of this product. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.sears.com Part No. CO1ZAUXOOU_O-4370950 Printed in U.S.
How Your Vacuum Works ............... Canister Care ........................... Bag Changing ...................... Cleaning Exterior and Attachments ...... Motor Safety Filter Changing .......... Exhaust Filter Changing ................. Before Using Your New Vacuum ........ 2 Kenmore Vacuum Cleaner Warranty .., 2 Important Safety Instructions ............. 3 Parts and Features ....................... 4-5 Assembly ............................. 6-7 Use ..................................
WARNING Your safety is important to us.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: Do not operate the cleaner with a punctured Read this manual before assembling or hose_ The hose contains electrical wires. using your vacuum cleaner.. Replace if cut or worn.
It is important to know your vacuum cleaner's parts and features to ensure its proper and safe use. Review these before using your cleaner. , ,,,,,,,, .... • Item Part No. In U.S. Part No.
HOSE ATTACHMENTS 3.Way On/Off Switch Off/Floor/Carpet (Some Models) POWER.MATE JR. TM (Some Models) Han dte u HANDI-MATE JR,. TM (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 or other dirty areas, Hose Swivel CANISTER Part No. In U.S. Item Part No. in Canada 20-50557 Dust Bag .... Exhaust Filter ...................
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. ................. Handle Electrical Shock Hazard DO NOT plug into electrical supply until assembly is complete. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or injury.
2. Insert handle into wand until lock button snaps in place. Be sure hose is not twisted. CANISTER 1. Open the canister hood. 2. Check to see that the dust bag is properly 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, Handle To remove: Handle Qu_k Re_ase _ome HOOD AND COVER press handle quick release button and pull up on handle.
HOW TO START Pile Height Indicator Personal Injury and Product Damage Hazard Handle Release ° 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. Pile Height Pedal (Some Models) 3. Lower wand from upright position by pressing on the handle release pedal. ° DO NOT use outlets above counters.
Suggested sweeping pattern. For best cleaning action, the POWERMATE TM should be pushed straight away from you and pulled straight back, At the end of each pull stroke, the direction of the POWER-MATE TM should be changed to point into the next section to be cleaned.. This pattern should be continued across the rug with slow, gliding motions,. NOTE: Fast, jerky strokes do not provide complete cleaningo The hose swivel allows the hose to turn without moving the canister.
TO CLEAN THE LENSES: SOME MODELS The dirt sensor light system is mounted on the POWER-MATE TMnozzle near the reset button. It consists of a series of three red 1. Remove the wands by pressing the quick release pedal and lifting up on the wands. lights and one green light_ The lights give you an indication of the amount of dirt Dirt Sensor (Some Models) particles that are passing thru the sensor Cross Section on its way to the dust bag. View f INITIAL START UP Approx.
ATTACHMENTS ON WANDS CAUTION SOME DO NOT attach or remove handle or wands while cleaner is ON. This 1. To remove wands from POWERMATE TM, lock could cause sparking and damage the electrical contacts. ............................ MODELS iii ATTACHMENTS ON HANDLE Handle Handle Button ="' ,,,,, " i Telescopin£ Wand ------_- straight-up wands position.in NOTE: If the POWERMATE TM iS attached, turn cleaner off before removing handle from wands, " 1.
CLEANING AREA Between ATTACHMENT Furniture* Cushions' Drapes" Stairs Bare Floors Carpeted Floors/Rugs Walls . DUSTING BRUSH X CREVICE TOOL X FABRIC BRUSH x x X <_ X x FLOOR BRUSH (someMod_!_) x X** POWER-MATE_ HANDi,MATEr.
POWER-MATE SOME MODELS ELECTRONIC BAG/HOSE CHECK INDICATOR TM STORAGE SOME MODELS _tectronic Bag/Hose Check_ The light comes on whenever the blocked, dust bag needs airflow becomes changing or canister safety filter needs deaoing NOTE: The light may come on when using certain attachments, due to reduced airflow through attachment., The lower wand has a "U" shaped flange in the area where the power cord attaches.
The vacuum cleaner creates suction that picks up dirt, Rapidly moving air carries the dirt to the dust bag through the airflow passages, The dust bag lets the air pass through, while it traps the dirt For best cleaning results, keep the airflow /// passage open., Check the starred areas _t/ occasionally for clogs. Unplug from outlet_',_/" iJ _'_..-_ L//_ -'_ /j.,,_ / Motet Safety Filter before checking, E_haust i 7.
DO NOT USE ATTACHMENTS ARE WET= 1. Unplug cord from wall outlet. DO NOT drip water on cleaner. ! 2. Clean exterior using a clean, soft cloth that has been dipped in a solution of mild liquid detergent and water, then wrung dry. Wipe dry after cleaning. 1. Lift the rubber retainer and pull out motor safety filter as shown,, 2. Replace the filter, white side out, by sliding it back into place under the ribs in the bag cavity.
wARNING 2. Slightly push the exhaust filter ........................ Exhaust Fire andlor Electrical cartridge to the side, as shown in the illustration, and pull up to remove. Shock Hazard Do not operate with a clogged exhaust filter or without the exhaust filter or exhaust filter cover installed. ,, ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, EXHAUST FILTER 3.
Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet. Check and remove hair, string and lint buildup frequently in the POWER-MATE TM agitator and end cap areas, If build-up becomes excessive, disconnect POWERMATE TM from wand and follow the steps below° 7. Slide end caps off to check and clean end cap areas. See AGITATOR ASSEMBLY for picture of complete agitator assembly° TO REMOVE BELT: t TO REPLACE BELT: 1. Turn POWERMATETM upside down, '1. Slide washers and end caps onto agitator assembly, 2.
7. Tilt cover to back. Press cover 5. Line up front of cover and base° Rest cover on front edge of base as shown. firmly until side and rear tabs snap into place, Turn POWER-MATE TM upside down and replace two (2) cover screws, 6, NOTE: dirt sensor models be sure that the board is upright and the wires are tucked back as shown., Push In '1. Remove POWER-MATE TM cover as shown in BELT CHANGING AND AGITATOR CLEANING section. Push In And Turn And Turn 3.
TO REPLACE AGITATOR ASSEMBLY: II,, WARNING 1. Remove POWER-MATE TM cover, agitator cover, belt and agitator assembly. See 'qb remove belt" in BELT CHANGING AND AGITATOR CLEANING. Electrical Shock Or Personal Injury Hazard Disconnect electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the unit. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury from cleaner suddenly starting. 2. Remove end caps, washers, screws, end brush, and brush sprocket pieces from ends of old agitator assembly 3.
Reviewthischartto finddo-it-yourself solutionsfor minorperformanceproblems.Anyserviceneeded,otherthanthosedescribedin thisowner'smanual,shouldbeperformedby an authorizedservicerepresentative. .................. WARNING ii u i ,111 HIll, i Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the unit. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury. Cleaner won't start, Poor Job of dlrt pick-up, Cleaner starts but cuts off.
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