Kenmore 116.23312 User manual

Owner's Manual
Manual Del Propietario
Vacuum Cleaner
Aspiradora
Model, Modelo 116.23312
116.23313
CAUTION:
Read and followall
safety and operating
instructions before first
use of this product.
CUIDADO:
Lea ysiga todaslas
instruccionesdeoperaci6n
y seguridadantesdel usode
esteproducto.
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
Kenmore Vacuum Cleaner Warranty ... 2
Important Safety Instructions ......... 3
Parts and Features ................. 4-5
Assembly Instructions ............. 6-7
Use ................................ 8
How to Start ........................ 8
VacuumingTips ..................... 9
Suggested Pile HeightSettings ......... 9
Attachments....................... 10
Attachment Use Chart ............... 10
PerformanceFeatures ............... 11
How Your Vacuum Works ............ 12
Canister Care ...................... 12
Bag Changing ..................... 12
Cleaning Exteriorand Attachments ..... 13
Motor Safety Filter Changing .......... 13
Exhaust Filter Changing .............. 14
Power-Mate ®Care .................. 14
Light Bulb Changing ................. 15
Belt Changing and AgitatorCleaning .. 15-16
Agitator Servicing ................... 17
Troubleshooting .................... 18
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 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., 13/817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Yoursafetyis importantto us,Toreducethe risk of fire,electricalshock,injury
to personsor damagewhenusingyour vacuumcleaner,follow basic safety pre-
cautions including the following:
Readthis manualbeforeassemblingor
usingyourvacuumcleaner.
Use your cleaner onlyas described in this
manual. Use only withSears 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 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-Mate®.
Always turn cleaner off before unplugging.
Do not unplugby pullingoncord. To
unplug,graspthe plug,notthe cord.
Hold plug whenrewindingontocordreel.
Donotallowplugto whipwhen rewinding.
Do not use withdamaged cordor plug. If
cleaner is notworkingas itshould,has
beendropped,damaged, left outdoors,or
droppedintowater,returnitto a Sears
ServiceCenter.
Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a
handle, close door on cord, or pullcord
around sharp edges or corners. Do not run
_cleanerovercord. Keepcord awayfrom
heated surfaces.
Do not leavecleaner whenplugged in.
Unplug from outlet whennot in useand
beforeservicing.
Do not allowto be usedas a toy. Close
attentionisnecessarywhen usedbyor
nearchildren.
Do not handleplug or cleanerwithwet
hands.
Do not putanyobjectsintoopenings.
Do not operatethe cleanerwitha punc-
tured 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 _eaner.
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 vacuumcleaner is not usedby anyone
unable to operate it properly.
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 dangers as fire, electrical shock, burns and personal injury.CAU
TION statements alert you to such dan,qers as personal iniurY and/or propertydamaqe.

It is important to know your vacuum cleaner's parts and features to assure its proper and safe
use.Review these before using your cleaner.
Upper
Wand Swivel
(Some Models) _[
Cordand
CordHolder
Power Cord
_- Cord and
Plug Holder
-- Handle Quick
Release
(Some Models)
-- Upper
Wand
Belt
In U.S. #20-5285
In Canada #20-40110
POWER-MATE®
and Quick
elease Pedal
Power-Mate"
Model/Serial Numbers
(On Bottom)
Handle
Release
Pedal
Pile Height Indicator
(Some Models)
Headlight and Lens
(Some Models)
Bulb
In U.S. #20-5240 ]
In Canada #596181 I
I
Light Cover
(Some Models)
Edge Cleaner
(Not Shown)
Pile Height Pedal
(Some Models)
Overload Protector
(Reset Button)
4

HOSE
3-Way On/Off Switch
Off/Bare Floor/Carpet
(Some Models)
Handle
ATTACHMENTS
Crevice
Tool _
Combination
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,
whichcan be kept in the accessory
bag for garage use.
CANISTER
Attachment
Storage
Canister
Cover
Cord Rewind
Button Exhaust Filter Cover
(Exhaust Filter Inside)
Performance
Indicator
(Some Models) Power
Cord
Hood
Release
Bag Holder
Motor Safety Filter
(Behind Dust Bag)
Dust Bag
llnu.s.#2o-so558I
In Canada #20-50555J

Electrical Shock Hazard
DO NOT plug into electrical supply
until assembly is complete. Failure
to do so could result in electrical
shock or injury.
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 swiv-
el.
The swivel allows
you to turn the
handle to the left
side to reach far-
ther under low
furniture.
Bu@on
,b
Wand
Swivel --
Cord
Holder
POWER-MATE ®
1. Insert wands into Power-Mate • until the
wand buttons snaps into place.
Area
2. Connect Power-
Mateeplug 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: Disconnect cord and step on
wand release pedal, then pull up on wands.
Handle
Handle
Wand
Swivel
Wand
o_ Wand
Bu_on
__ Release Pedal
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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
It is normal for the canister hood to come off
when opened further than needed. Line up
the hinge slots, insert them, and close the
hood to replace it.
HOSE
Notch_
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-
M dels) _
2. Insert handle into wand until lock
button snaps in place. Be sure hose is
not twisted,
To remove: Press handle release but-
ton 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 hs_)e covering is
not stressed.
Hose
Cover
Latch Tab ,l,
Release
Dust Bag
Attachment
Storage
7

HOW TO START
Pe_SaOr;alInjury and Product Damage
•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.
1. Pull cord out of
canister to desired
length. The cord
will not rewind until
the cord rewind
button is pushed.
NOTE: To reduce the risk of electric shock,
thisvacuumcleaner has apolarized plug,
one bladeis wider thanthe other.This plug
willfit in a polarized outletonlyone way.If
the plugdoes not fit fully in the outlet,
reversethe plug. If itstilldoes not fit, con-
tact a qualifiedelectricianto installthe 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 bar.
Pile Height
icator
Handle Release
Pedal
3. Lower wand from upright position by
pressing on the handle release pedal.
CAUTION
DO NOT leave the Power-Mate ®
running in one spot in the upright
position for any length of time.
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
SETTINGS.
Attention: Refer to your carpet manufac-
turers cleaning recommendations.Some
more delicate carpets may requirethatthey
be vacuumedwith the Power-Mate®agitator
turned off,to prevent carpet damage.
FLO0
c_J
5. Select a switch
position on the
handle.
OFF
FLOOR - turns on the canistermotoronly.
CARPET -turns on both the canisterand
the Power-Mate®motors.
8

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
allows the hose to
turn without moving
the canister. This is
helpful for cleaning
in small areas.
Check hose for
twisting before
pulling canister.
Suction
Control
Carpeted stairs need to 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.
For best cleaning results, keep the air-
flow passage open. Check each assem-
bly area in HOW YOUR VACUUM
WORKS occasionally for clogs. Unplug
from outlet before checking.
To prevent tip over, never leave
Power-Mate ®on or in the upright
)osition.Turning the handle to one
side will make the Power-Mate °more
stable and less likely to tip over.
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.
9

ICAUTION
DO NOT attach or remove handle or
wands while cleaner is ON. This
could cause sparking and damage
the electrical contacts.
ATTACHMENTS ON HANDLE
Handle
NOTE: If the
Power-Mate ®is
attached, turn
cleaner off
before removing
handle from
wands.
m
Upper
Wand
has the optionalfeature of
press it in similarly.
2. Slide attachments firm-
ly on handle as needed.
See chart below.
1. Press lock
button, then pull
to remove han-
dle from wand.
If your model
a handle release,
ATTACHMENTS ON WANDS
t. To remove
wands from Power-
Mate ®, lock wands
in straight-up posi-
tion.
Release Pedal m
i It
J_s
2. Press wand
release pedal
with foot and
pull the wands
straight up out of
Power-Mate ®.
The Power-Mate®plug and cord do not have
to be removed to use attachments on the
wands.
3. Put attach-ments on
wands as needed. See
chart below.
CLEANING AREA
Between Bare Carpeted
ATTACHMENT Furniture" Cushions* Drapes* Stairs Floors Floors/Rugs Walls
Combination Brush _(Some Models) X X X X
Crevice Tool XX
(Some Models)
Floor Brush X X X
(Some Models)
Power-Mate*
(Some Models) _X*** X
Handi-Mate Jr." X X
(Some Models)**
Power-Mate Jr.=X X
(Some Models)**
*Always cleanattachmentsbefore usingon fabrics.
includedwith theproducts. *** 3-way On/Off switchshouldbe in FLOOR position.
NOTE: When separating wands depress lock button completely before pullingwands apart.
wand lock button is difficult to depress push the two wands more tightly together to line up
the mockbutton w th the h, e. Depress ock button and then pul wan_ls apart.
** Q Q
Handi-MateJr. and Power-MateJr. attachmentinstructions are
If
10

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 brush jam. If
the brush slows down or
stops, the overload
protector button pops up
and shuts off the Power-
Mate ®.The canister motor
will continue to run.
To correct problem: See
TROUBLESHOOTING.
To reset: Push in the overload protector
button.
SUCTION CONTROLThe suction
control allows
you to change
the vacuum
Suction \Suction suctionfor
different fabric
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 brush area as
brush may suddenly restart, Failure
to do so can result in personal
injury.
PERFORMANCE
INDICATOR
SOME MODELS
If the performance indi-
cator turns entirely red
check for a full dust bag, or a clog in the
vacuum. See HOW YOUR VACUUM
WORKS.
NOTE: The performance indicator may
turn red when using attachments or when
cleaning new carpet, due to reduced air-
flow by the attachments themselves or
new carpet fuzz filling the bag quickly.
POWER-MATE ®STORAG E
SOME MODELS
The lower wand has a "U" shaped flange in
the area where the power cord attaches.
The base has a "U" shaped slot near the
front caster.
The slot 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.
The wand will slip out ofthe slot as it is lift-
ed up for use and willslide into the slot as it
is lowered for storage.
THERMAL PROTECTOR
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.
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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
occasionally for clogs.
Unplug from outlet
before checking.
Motor
Safety
Filter Exhaust
Filter
BAG CHANGING
For best cleaning results, the dust bag
should be changed often.The performance
indicator (some models) will specify when
the dust bag needs to be changed or the
airflow is blocked. NOTE: See PARTS AND
FEATURES for Bag Number.
1. Unplug cord from
wall outlet.
2. Remove hose
from canister.
3. Pull hood release
out and up, then lift
canister hood.
4. Disengage
cardboard tab from
red bag mount by
pulling away and
lifting up.
5. Pull bag out of
the red bag mount.
Motor_# / 6. Check and
Safety_j/_// replace, if
FUterf.'/J///JY// necessary, the
(_Bag m°t°r safety
filter.
Mount
7. The red bag mount will flip forward after
removing bag.
8. Rotate red bag
mount down and
install bag into
slots per
intructions
pushing down until
the cardboard tab
locks into position
and the holes
align. Tuck the bag
securely into the bag cavity so that none of it
is able to be pinched by the hood.
9. Replace and latch canister hood.
10. Insert hose into canister.
11. Plug cord into wall outlet.
NEVER REUSE A DUST BAG. Very
fine materials, such as carpet fresh-
ener, face powder, fine dust, plaster,
soot, new carpet lint, etc. can clog
the bag and cause it to burst before
it is full and may cause damage to
vacuum motor. Change bag more
often when vacuuming these materi-
als.
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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.
3. To reduce static electricity and dust build-
up, wipe outer surface of cleaner and
attachments.
Check motor safety filter occasionally and
change when dirty.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Unplug power cord from electrical
outlet. Do not operate the cleaner
without the motor safety filter. Be
sure the filter is dry and properly
installed to prevent motor failure
and/or electrical shock.
Remove the bag as outlined in the BAG
CHANGING section.
MOTOR SAFETY FILTER
ELECTROSTATIC
This white filter must be replaced when
dirty. It should be replaced regularly
depending on use conditions. The filter
CANNOT be washed as it will lose its
dust trapping ability.
Do not use attachments if they
are wet. Attachments used in
dirty areas, such as under a
refrigerator, should not be used
on other surfaces until they are
washed.They could leave marks.
1. Lift the rub- _IL_
ber retainer
and pull out
motor safety
filter as
k
2. Replace the fil-
ter, smooth side
out, by sliding it
back into place
under the ribs in
the bag cavity.
Tuck filter in so that
it fits completely
under the rubber
retainer.
3. Replace the bag as outlined in the BAG
CHANGING section.
NEVER REUSE A DUST BAG.Very
fine materials, such as carpet fresh-
ener, face powder, fine dust, plaster,
soot, new carpet lint, etc. can clog
the bag and cause it to burst before
it is full. Change bag more often
when vacuuming these materials.
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WARNING
Fire and/or Electrical Shock Hazard
Do not operate with a clogged
exhaust filter or without the exhaust
filter or exhaust filter cover installed.
EXHAUST FILTER
HEPA
The exhaust filter cartridge must be
replaced when dirty. Replace the filter when
the entire surface area is covered evenly.
The filter CANNOT be washed as it will
lose its dust trapping ability.
Replacement exhaust filters are available
through Sears Service Center under part
no. 86880. See "Requesting Assistance
or Service"
1. Pull out and up
on the
cover to remove
from the motor
cover and lay aside.
3. Place the new
filter into the motor
cover with the
grey edge down.
Tab
"_ slot
2. When the
exhaust filter
becomes dirty,
remove it by
pulling straight up.
Exhaust
Filter
4. Reinstall the
exhaust filter
cover by insert-
ing the tab into
the slot in the
motor cover.
Press firmly to
snap exhaust fil-
ter cover into
place.
Always follow all safety precautions when
cleaningand servicingthe Power-Mate®.
Electrical Shock Or Personal Injury
Hazard
Disconnect electrical supply before
servicing or cleaning the unit.
Failure to do so could result in elec-
trical shock or personal injury from
cleaner suddenly starting.
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1. Remove light
cover by pressing
in and lifting both
sides as shown•
TO REMOVE BELT
1. Remove light cover and light bulb as
shown under LIGHT BULB CHANGING.
2. Unscrew the Power-
Mate ®cover screws.
3. Turn Power-
Mate ®over. To
remove cover,
insert
screwdriver at
cover tabs on
both sides and
twist to release
tabs. Tab
PushIn _2, Push in and turn
And Turn r_,q.._ bulb counterclock-
wise to remove.
3. Replace the bulb•
Bulb must not be
higher than 15 Watts
__ (130V). Close light
cover until it snaps in
place.
NOTE: See PARTS AND FEATURES for
Bulb #.
4. Turn Power-
Mate ®right side
up. Press handle
release pedal and
lower the swivel.
Rotate cover
forward from back
•\ until front snaps
free.
5. Carefully
insert and lift
screwdriver
at each
brush
support to
free brush
from base.
6. Remove
worn belt.
Brush
Suppo_ i
Base
7. Check and clean brush support areas. See
AGITATORASSEMBLY for picture of
complete brush assembly.
15

TO CLEAN AGITATOR:
NOTE: In order to keep cleaning efficiency
high end to prevent damage to your vacuum,
the agitator must be cleaned every time th_
belt is changed.
The agitator must also be cleaned according
to the following schedule:
Vacuum Use
HEAVY -
(used daily)
MODERATE -
(used 2-3 times/week)
LIGHT -
(used 1 time/week)
Clean Agitator
every week
every month
every 2 months
IMPORTANT
Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet.
Check and remove hair, string and lint build-
up frequently in the Power-Mate ® agitator and
end cap areas.
Remove any dirt or debris in the belt path
area or in the brush roller area.
Carefully remove any string or debris locat-
ed on the agitator, or end caps.
Agitator Assembly
Brush Unit
End Cap
L- Belt Pulley
TO REPLACE BELT
MoOr
Drive
Brush
Brush Brush Sprocket
Suppo_
2. Snap brush --
supports into
)lace on base.
Be sure brush
supports are not
upside-down.
Cover Base
4. Rotate cover
back. Press cover
firmly until side
tabs snap into
place. Replace
cover screws,
light bulb and
light cover,
1. Install new
belt over
motor drive,
then over
brush sprock-
et.
NOTE: See
PARTS AND
FEATURES
for Belt #.
3. Line up
front of cover
and base.
Rest cover on
front edge of
base as
shown.
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Electrical Shock Or Personal Injury
Hazard
Disconnect electrical supply before
servicing or cleaning the unit.
Failure to do so could result in elec-
trical shock or personal injury from
cleaner suddenly starting.
TO CHECK BRUSHES
When brushes
are worn to the
level of the base
support bars,
replace the
agitator.
TO REPLACE AGITATOR
1. Remove Power-Mate ®cover, belt and
agitator assembly. See "To Remove Belt" in
BELT CHANGING AND AGITATOR
CLEANING.
2. Replace Agitator
3. Replace belt, agitator assembly, Power-
Mate®cover, light bulb and light cover. See
"Toreplace belt" in BELT CHANGING AND H
AGITATOR CLEANING.
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Review this chart to find do-it-yourself solutions for minor performance problems. Any service
needed, other than those described in this owner's manual, should be performed by a Sears
authorized service representative.
!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.
Poorjob of dirt
pick-up.
Cleaner startsbut
cutsoff.
1. Unpluggedatwalloutlet.
2. Tdppedcimuitbreaker/blownfuse
at householdservice panel.
3. Loosehoseelectricalconnections.
4. Trippedthermalprotectorin
canister.
1. Fullor cloggeddust bag.
2. Cloggedairflow passages.
3. Dirtyfilters.
4. Wrongpile height setting.
5. Opensuction control.
6. Hole in hose.
7. Worn Power-Mate®brushes.
6. Wornor brokenbelt.
9. Dirtybrush or brushsupports.
10. Canisterhood open.
1. Hoseor hoodelectdcalconnections.
2. Tdppedoverloadprotectorin
Power-Mate".
1. Plug infirmly, pushON/OFF switchto ON.
2. Reset circuitbreaker or replacefuse.
3. Reconnecthose ends,(page7).
4. Reset thermalprotector,(page11).
1. Change bag, (page12).
2. Clear airflow passages,(page 12).
3. Ctsan/changefilters, (page 13, 14).
4. Adjust setting,(page 9).
5. Adjust control, (page 11).
6. Replacehose.
7. Change brushes,(page 16).
8&9. See BELTCHANGINGAND AGITATOR
CLEANING, (pages15, 16).
10. Close andlatch hood.
1. Check connections,reconnecthose
ends,(page 7).
2. Removeany itemsthatmaybe caught
or jammed, thenreset. If cleanerstarts
and stops again, cleanagitatorandbrush
supports,then reset, (pages11, 15-16).
3. Resetthermal protector,(page 11).3. Trippedthermalprotector
in canister.
Power-Mate=will not 1. Power-Mateeconnections 1. Plug in firmly, (page 6).
runwhenattached, unplugged.
2. Wornorbrokenbelt. 2 & 3. See BELTCHANGINGAND AGITATOR
3. Dirtybrush orbrushsupports. CLEANING,(pages15, 16).
4. Trippedovedoedprotectorin 4. Checkbrush area forexcessivelintbuild-
Power-Mate" uporjamming.Cleanagitatorand brush
supports,thenreset,(pages11, 15-16).
PerformanceIndicator, 1. Fullor cloggeddustbag. 1. Changebag, (page12).
some models, Is red. 2. Dirtyfilters. 2. Clean/change filters, (page13, 14).
3. Cloggedaidlowpassage. 3. Clearclogfromairflowpassage,(page12).
4. Certainattachmenttools. 4. Thisisnormal.Redshoulddisappear
whentoolisremoved.
Cleaner Picksup moveable 1. Wrongpileheightseffiog. 1. Adjustsetting,(page9).
rugs -or- Power-Mata° 2. Suctiontoostrong. 2. Opensuctioncontrol,(page11).
pushestoo hard.
Lightwon't work. 1. Burnedoutlightbulb. 1. Changelightbulb,(page15).
Cordwon't rowlnd. 1. Dirtypowercord. 1. Cleanthe powercord.
2. Cordjammed. 2. Pulloutcordand rewind.
Cleaner leavesmarks 1. Wrongvacuumingpattern. 1. SeeVACUUMINGTIPS, (page9).
on carpet.
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Antesdeusarsuaspiradoranueva ..... 1
Garantia de la aspiradora de Kenmore ... 1
Instrucciones importantes de
seguridad ............................ 2
Piezas y caractedsticas .............. 3-4
Instrucciones de ensemblado ......... 5-6
Use .................................. 7
Para comenzar ....................... 7
Sugerencias para aspirar ............... 8
Sugerencias sobreel ajuste de nivel de
pelo de la alfombra .................... 8
Accesorios ........................... 9
Uso de los accesorios .................. 9
Caracteristicasde rendimiento ........... 10
Funcionamiento de su aspiradora ...... 11
Cuidado del receptdculo .............. 11
Cambio de la bolsa ................... 11
Limpiezadel exteriory de los accesorios... 12
Cambio del filtrode seguridaddel motor ... 12
Cambio del filtro de escape ............. 13
Cuidado de la Power-Mate" ............ 13
Cambio de la bombilla ................. 14
Cambio de la correay limpieza
del agitador ....................... 14-15
Cuidadodel agitador .................. 16
Reconocimiento de problemas ......... 17
Informaci6n de
assistancia o servicio ..... PosteriorCubierta
Por favor lea esta guia que leayudaraa assemblar y operar suaspiradora nuevade Kenmoreen una manera
mds seguray effectiva.
Para mas informaci6nacerca del cuidadoy operaci6nde esta aspirador,Ilamea su tienda Sears mas cercana.
Cuando prequntepor informaci6nusted necisitar;_el nL_merocomplete de serie y modelode la aspiradoraque
esta Iocado enla placade los n_merosde modelo y serie.
Use el espacio de abajopara registrar el nOmerode modelo y serie para su nuevaaspiradorade Kenmore.
NL_merede Modelo
NOmerode Serie
Fechade Compra
m
Matengaeste libro y surecibo en ulugar seguropara referenciasfuturas. B
U
GARANTiA LIMITADADE UN AI;iODELA ASPIRADORA KENMORE
Estagarantiaes porunaSodesdela fecha de compra,e incluyesolamenteel usodelaaspiradoraen
hogaresprivados.Duranteel aSodegarantfa,cuandolaaspiradoraes operaday mantenida de acuerdoal
manualdeinstruccionesdel duefio,Searsreparar_cualquierdefectoenmateria]es ofabricaci6n libredecargo.
Esta garantfa excluyelasbolsas de colecci6n,correas,lamparillas, y filtros, las cualesson partes gastablesque
se deterioran coneluso normal.
Parael servlclo de gamntfa,retorneesta aspiradora al Centro de Serviclo Sears mdscereanoen los
Estados Unidoa.
Esta garantfa se aplicasolamente mientraseste producto est._en use en los EstadosUnidos.Esta garantia le
daa ustedderechoslegalesespecificos,y ustedpuedetenertambidnotrosderechosloscualesvariande
estado a estado.
Sears, Roebuckand Co., D/817WA,Hoffman Estates,IL 60179

ADVERTENCIA
Su seguridad es muyimportante para nosotros. Para reducirel riesgode incendio,choque
el_ctrico,lesi6n corporal o dahosal utilizar su aspiradora,actBede acuerdocon precauciones
bdsicasde seguridad,entre elias:
Leaestemanualantesdearmaro utilizarsuaspira-
dora.
Usesuaspiradera0nicamenteenlaformadescfita
enestemanual.Useunicamenteconaccesorios
recomendadesper Sears.
Parareducirelriesgodechoqueel6ctfico,no use
suaspiraderaalaira libranisobresuperficiesmoja-
das.
Desconecteelcord6nel_ctricoantesdecomponer
olimpiareldreadelcepillo.De Iocontrafio,elcepillo
_odfiaarrancardeform imprevistaopodfia
)roducirseunchoqueeldctrico.
Siempredebeapagarlaaspiradoraantesde
conectarodesconectarlarnanguerade la Power-
Mate".
Siempredebe apagarsuaspiraderaantesde des-
conectarla.
Nodesconectelaaspiradoratirandodel cord6n
electfico.Paradesconectarla,haleel enchufe,no el
cord6n.
Sujeteel enchufecon la manoalenrollarel cord6n
el6ctrico.Paradesconectarla,haleenenchufe,no el
cord6n.
No uselaaspiradorasiel cord6noel enchufeestd
dafiado.Si la aspiradoranoest&funcionandoade-
cuadamenteosi seha dejadecaer,est', daflada, se
ha dejadoexpuestaa la intemperieo se ha dejado
caerenagua, devu_lvalaa unCentrode serviciode
Sears.
No haleni transpertelaaspiradoraper el cord6n;no
useel cord6ncomo mango;no cierrepuertassobre
el cord6n;no haleel cord6nsobra rebordesagudos
ni esquinas.Nopaselaaspiraderasobreel cord6n.
Mantengael cordenalejadode superficiescalientes.
Noabandonela aspiradoracuandoest_ conectada.
Descon_ctelacuandono la est_usandoyantes de
darleservicio.
Nopermitaque seautilizadacomojuguete.Se
requiemtenermayorcuidadecuandosea utilizada
enlapmximidaddenifiosoper nifios.
Notoquelaaspiradoranielenchufeconlasrnanos
mojadas.
No uselaaspiraderasilamangueraest', rota.La
mangueracontienealambreselectricos.Cdmbielasi
esta rotao desgastada.Eviteaspirarobjetos
agudes.
No coloqueobjetosenlasaberturas.
No utilicelaaspiradorasi algunaaberturaest&blo-
queada;mant_ngalalibradepelvo,pelusa,cabellos
y cualquieracosaque podriadisminuirel flujode
aire.
Mantengaelcabello,ropasuelta,dedosy todaslas
partesdelcuerpealejadosdelasaberturasy piezas
mec_nicas.
No uselaaspiradorasintenerinstaladalabolsa
parapolvoy/o losfiltros.
Cambiesiemprela bolsaparapolvodespu_sde
aspirarlimpiadoresde alfombraso desoderantes,
talcosy pelvosfinos.Estosproductosatascanla
bolsa,reducenel flujo deaire ypuedencausarque
_stase rompa.Si no cambiala bolsapodrfaocasio-
nar dafiopermanentea laaspiradora.
No usela aspiradoraparalevantarobjetosagudos,
juguetespequefios,alfileres,sujetapapeles,eta
Podriandafiarla aspiraderao la bolsapara polvo.
No levanteningunacosaque seestequemandoo
emitiendohumo,como cigarrillos,cerilloso cenizas
calientes.
NouselaaspiradoraparaaspirarIfquidesinflama-
blesocombustibles(gasoUna,Ifquidosparalim-
pieza,perfumes,etc.)ni lauseen lugaresdende
estospedrianestarpresentes.Losvaperesde estas
sustanciaspuedencrearun peligrode incendioo
explosi6n.
Tengacuidadoespecialal utilizarla aspiradoraen
escalones.No tacoloquesobresillas,mesas,etc.
Mant6ngalaen el piso.
Ustedes responsablede asegurarquesu aspira-
dorano sea utilizadaper ningunapersonaque no
pueda manejarlacorrectamente.
No opere sin el filtrode escape ni la cubiertadel ill-
tro de escapeinstalades.
GUARDE ESTAS INSTRUCClONES
El armadoy usosegurode suaspiradorason suresponsabilidad.Estaaspiradoraha sido disefiada
exclusivamentepara usodom_stico.Laaspiradoradeber_,almacenarseenunlugarsecoy onelinterior.
LeaesteManualdel propiotariodetenidamente,puescontieneinformaci6nimportantesobreseguridady
uso.Estaquiacontieneinformaci6nsobreseguridaddebajodesimbolosde advertienciacoidado. Por
favorpongaatenci6nespeciala estasinstruccionesdadas. Advertencla:Esteinformaei6nlealertaracon
elpoligrodefuego, choqueseloctricos,quemadasy lesiones.Cuidado: Esteinformaci6nlealertaraa
peli_lroscomolesionos }1dafios de propiedad.
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