Kenmore 116.22612 User manual

Owner's Manual
Manual Del Propietario
Vacuum Cleaner
Aspiradora
Model, Modelo 116.22612
116.22613
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 seguddad antes del uso de
este productor
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.com
Part No. C01ZBPW40U00-8192062 Printed in U.S,,A. Impreso en EUA

Before Using Your New Vacuum ......... 2
Kenmore Vacuum Cleaner Warranty .... 2
Important Safety Instructions .......... 3
Parts and Features ..................... 4-5
Assembly Instructions ................ 6-7
Use ................................... 8
How to Start .... ........................... 8
Vacuuming Tips ........................ 9
Suggested Pile Height Settings ............. 9
Dirt Sensor ............................. 10
Attachments ...................... 11
Attachment Use Chart ................... !2
Performance Features ............... 12-13
How Your Vacuum Works ............... 14
Canister Care ...................... I4
Bag Changing ........................... 14
Cteaning Exterior and Attachments .... 15
Motor Safety Filter Changing ......... 15
Exhaust Filter Changing .................. 16
Power-Mate eCare ..................... 16
Belt Changing and Agitator Cleaning 17-18
Light Buib Changing ................. 18
Agitator Servicing .................. 19
Agitator Assembly ................... 19
Troubleshooting ............... 20
Requesting Assistance
Or Service .................. Back Cover
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 Noo
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 useADuring 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

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 pre-
cautions 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 risk of electrical shock - Do
not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
Disconnect electrical supply before servic-
ing or cleaning out agitator 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-Mate _,
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
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 plug or cleaner with wet
hands.
Do not put any objects into openings.
Do not operate the cleaner with a punc-
lured hose. The hose contains electrical
wires. Replace if cut or worn. Avoid picking
up sharp objects.
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 mov-
ing parts_
Do not use cleaner without dust bag and/or
filters in place..
Always change the dust bag after vacuum-
ing 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 bag could cause
permanent damage to the cleaner.
Do not use the cleaner to pick up sharp
hard objects, small toys, pins, paper clips,
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 flu-
ids, 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 property.
Do not operate without exhaust filter or
exhaust filter cover installed.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Proper assembly and safe use of your vacuum cleaner are your responsibilities. Your cleaner
is intended only 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. WARNING
statements alert you to such hazards as fire, electrical shock, burns and personal injury. CAU,
TION,,s,!atements alert you to such hazard s as,,,,persona,!,,,,iniuryan,d!,orproperty dama.qe,
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Itisimportanttoknowyourvacuumcleaner'spartsandfeaturesto ensureitsproperandsafe
use,Reviewthesebeforeusingyourcleaner,
_em Part No. Part No.
In U.S. In Canada
Headlight Bulb 20-5240 59618 t
Belt 20-5201 20-40979
Cord and
Cord
Hotder-_
Upper
Wand
Wand
Swivel
(Some
Models)
Cord i
Power-Mate Jr,,,_
Caddy
(Some Models)
Power Cord
_--Cord and
Plug Holder
-- Handle Quick
Release
(Some Models)
Upper Wand
Power-Mates
Belt
Wand Quick
Release Pedal
(Some Models) ._
Power.,Matea
Model/Serial Numbers
(On Bottom)
Handle Release
Pile Height Pedal
(Some Models)
Dirt Sensor
(Some Models)
d Lens
(Some Models)
Height Indicator
Protector
Reset Button
Edge Cleaner
(Not Shown)

HOSE
3-Way On/Off Switch
Off/Floor/Carpet
(Some Models)
Handle
Hose Swivel
ATTACHMENTS
Crevice
Tool
Dusting
Brush
Fabric
Brush
Floor
Brush
Power-Mate Jr.._
(Some Models)
Handi-Mate Jr. _
(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°
CANISTER
Item Part No, Part No.
In U.S. In Canada
Dust Bag 20-50557 ......20-50557C
Exhaust Filter '"2086880 20-86880C
Motor safeiy Filter 20-86883 20-86883C
Exhaust
Cover
Attachment
Canister
Exhaust
Filter Cover
Cord
Rewind Bar
Bag/Hose Check
(Some Models)
Performance
Indicator
(Some Models)
Hood
Cord
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°
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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,
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 left side to
reach farther
under low furni-
ture°
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Power-Mate
1. Insert wands into Power*Mate _until the
wand buttons snap into place.
Raised 2. Connect Power-
Mate ®plug 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: Step on wand quick release
pedal, then pull up on wands.
Handle
Handle
Button
--Wand
Bu_on
-- Wand
Swivel
Lower
Wand
Wand
Button
_uick
Release Pedal
(Some Models)

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_
HOOD AND COVER
tt is normal for the canister hood and cover
to come off when opened further than
needed. Line up the hinge slots, insert the
hinges into the slots, and close the hood
and cover to reinstall.
Never open canister hood with the
cover open. This will help to
prevent damage from occurring to
the canister hood and/or cover.
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.
Handle
Handle
Quick
Release
(Some
Hose
Latch
Tab
Notch
2. Insert
handle into
wand until
lock button
snaps in
place. Be
sure hose is
not twisted.
To remove:
Press handle
quick release
button and
pull up on
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.
TO ATTACH CADDY
1. Align the tab
on the wand with
the slot in the
Power-Mate Jr?
caddy,,
2. Press the
caddy onto the
upper wand,,
The caddy will
snap into place
TO INSERT POWER-MATE JR®
1_ Place the front
of the Power-
Mate Jr. ®into the
caddy_
2. Rotate the
Power-Mate Jr.®
back until it
snaps into place°
TO REMOVE POWER-MATE JR2
t. Press the latch and lift the Power-Mate
Jr2 out of the caddy.

HOW TO START
Personal Injury and Product Damage
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
coulidoccur.
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Cord
Rewind
_ iBar_._
1, Pull cord out of
canister to desired
length. The cord
will not rewind until
the cord rewind
bar 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 plugo 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 pre-
vent damage or
injury from the
moving cord., Push
cord rewind bar,.
Pile Height
Indicator
Models)
Handle
Pile Height Pedal
(Some Models)
3. Lower wand from upright position by
pressing on the handle release pedal.
CAUTION
DO NOT leave the Power-Mate s
running in one spot in the upright
position for any length of time.
Damage to carpet may occur,
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4. Select a pike 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
SETTINGS
Attention: Refer to your carpet manufac-
turers cleaning recommendations. Some
more delicate carpets may require that they
be vacuumed with the Power-Mate s agitator
turned off, to prevent carpet damage.
_OFF
FLOOR
_'_I ARPET
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 s motors_
NOTE - When this switch is in the FLOOR
position, the headlight and dirt sensor
(some models) DO NOT function since no
electricity flows to the Power-MateSo

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 rug with slow, glid-
ing motions,,
NOTE: Fast,
jerky strokes do
not provide
complete clean-
ing.
The hose swivel
altows the hose to
turn without moving
the canister. This is
helpful for cleaning
in smalt 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,
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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.
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Carpeted stairs need to be vacuumed
regularly. For best cleaning results, fully
close the suction control
Suction
Contro/
WARNING
Personal Injury Hazard
Use care if canister is placed on
stairs, if it fails, personal injury or
property damage could result,
For best cleaning results, keep the airflow
passage open Check each assembly area
in HOW YOUR VACUUM WORKS occasiom
ally 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.

SOME MODELS
The dirt sensor light system is mounted on
the Power-Mate ®nozzle near the reset but-
ton. It consists of a series of three red lights
and one green light. The lights give
you an indica-
tion of the
amount of dirt
particles that
are passing
Dirt Sensor thru the sensor
(Some Models) on its way to
the dust bag_
INITIAL START UP
When the Power-Mate ®is first started, the fol-
lowing light sequences occurs in atwo sec-
ond time frame:
1. All three reds come on.
2. Two reds are on,
3. One red is on..
4. One green is on and will remain on until
the Power-Mate _ nozzle is placed in use.
NOTE: If the nozzle is on a surface that has
dirt on it, dirt will be picked up by the vacuum
and one or more red lights might stay on
IN OPERATION
When the Power-Mate _ is being moved back
and forth on the floor, the lights will change
from one configuration to another as more
dirt or less dirt is being vacuume& As long as
one or more red lights are on, dirt is passing
through the wand to indicate that the surface
still needs cleaning.
When the green light stays on as the Power-
Mate s is moved back and forth over an area,
the sensor is not seeing enough dirt to war-
rant further cleaning of that are&
NOTE: Dirt sensor lights DO NOT function in
the FLOOR setting,
CLEANING LENS
Although the dirt sensor feature in your
Kenmore Power-Mate ®is designed for years
of trouble free use, the passage of dirt
through the air passage system can coat the
lens causing the green light to come on and
stay on - never switching to red° When this
happens the lens must be cleaned,
TO CLEAN THE LENSES
1oRemove the
wands by press-
ing the quick
release pedal and
lifting up on the
wands,
Cross Section View
Ap_prox,
3_inches
or 90 mm
Elements
2. As indicated by the illustration, the two dirt
sensor elements are located on the inside of
the swivel, approximately 3½ inches/90 mm
down, (note the arrows). Each element
should be cleaned periodically, To reach the
sensor elements, use a small brush such as
a bottle brush. Brush each sensor element
several times to remove dust and dirt.
NOTE: Looking down inside the swivel you
will see a ring° The sensor elements are
located just slightly below this ring°
3. Reinstall the wands after cleaning the sen-
sors.
CAUTION
Never use water or any cleaning
solution when cleaning the lenses.
The residue of the water or cleaners
will accelerate the recoating of the
lenses and make cleaning necessary
sooner.
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