Kenmore 116.34725 User manual

Owner'sManual
ManualDelPropietario
VacuumCleaner
Aspiradora
Model, Modelo 116.34725
116.34726
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
safety and operating
instructions before first
use of this product.
CUIDADO:
Lea y sigue todas ias
instrucciones de operaci6n
yseguridad antes del uso de
este producto.
Sears,Roebuckand Co.,HoffrnanEstates,IL60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.com
Impreso en M6xico
Part No. C01ZCEN1_U_-8192789 Printed in Mexico

Before UsingYour New Vacuum ........ 2
KenmoreVacuum Cleaner Warranty .... 2
ImportantSafety Instructions........... 3
Parts and Features ................... 4
Assembly Instructions ............... 5-6
Operating Instructions ................. 6
Pile Height Selection and Setting ........ 7
Carpet/Bare FloorSelector ............ 7
Releasing the Handle ................. 8
ON/OFF Switch ..................... 8
Attachments ..................... 8-10
Attachment Use Chart ............... 11
Vacuuming Tips .................... 11
PerformanceFeatures ............. 12-13
Vacuum Cleaner Care ............... 14
vacuum Storage ................... 14
Cleaning Exterior and Attachments ..... 14
Dust BinCleaning ................ 15-16
Secondary FilterCleaning ....... ..... 16
Filter Changing/Cleaning ............. 17
Belt Changingand AgitatorCleaning .. 18-20
Clog Removal ..................... 21
LightBulbChanging ................. 22
Agitator Servicing ................... 23
AgitatorAssembly .................. 23
Troubleshooting ..................... 24
Requesting Assistance
Or Service ................... BackPage
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.
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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.
Forwarrantyservice, returnthis vacuum cleaner to the nearest Seam Service Center inthe
UnitedStates.
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 1o state.
Seam, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
2

Your safety is importantto us. To reduce the riskof fire, electricalshock,injuryto
personsor damage when usingyour vacuum cleaner, follow basic safety precau-
tlons 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 recom-
mended attachments.
To reduce the risk of electricalshock -
Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
Disconnectelectrical supplybefore any
servicing or cleaning. Failure to do so
could result in electrical shock or per-
sonal injury.
Always turn cleaner off before unplug-
ging.
Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To
unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
Do not use with damaged cord or plug.
If cleaner is not working as it should,
has been dropped, damaged, left out-
doors, 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.
DOnot 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.
DOnot handle plug or cleaner with wet
hands.
Do not put any objects intoopenings.
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.
Do not use cleaner withoutdust bin
and/or filters in place.
Always clean the dust bin after vacuum-
ing carpet cleaners or freshener, pow-
ders and fine dust. These products clog
the filters, reduce airflow and can cause
damage to the cleaner. Failure to clean
the dust bin 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 clean-
er or dust bin.
DOnot pick up anything that is burning
or smoking, such as cigarettes, match-
es, or hot ashes.
Do not use cleaner to pick up flammable
or combustible liquids (gasoline, clean-
ing fluids, perfumes, etc.), or use in
areas where they may be present. The
fumes from these substances can cre-
ate 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.
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, elec-
trical shock, burns and personal injury. CAUTION statements alert you to such dan-
gers as personal injury and/or property damage.

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.
Item Part No. Part No.
In U.S. In Canada
Exhaust Filter 20-86889 20-86889C
Headlight Bulb 20-5240 20-40600
Belt 20-5275 20-40096
Switch
•Dirt Sensor
(Some Models)
Quick Release
Height
Lower
Cord Hooks Level
Carry
Crevice
Tool
Telescoping
Dusting
Combination
Brush
Handle
Release
Model/Sedal
Numbers
IIII
Dust Bin
Release
Dust
Performance
Indicator
(Some Mode/s)
Exhaust Filter
(Inside)
Floor Selector
Ready-to-Use
Swivel Hose Headflght
Cover
Latch
Base
Belt
(Underneath)
Stretch Hose
MoOr
Protec_r
Agitator
(Underneath)
EXTENSION HOSE KITS
SOME MODELS
Extension Hose
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_FI _._SOME MODELS
(_ Adaptor
oor BrUShan d
4

WARNING I
EloctdcalShock Hazard
Do not pluginto the electricalsupply
untilthe assembly is complete. Failure
to do so could resultin eloctdcalshock
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.
Remove the tape located below the dust
cover/filter cover on the motor case.
Tape
Attach
stretch
hose end to
nozzle as
shown.
HANDLE ASSEMBLY
Remove the screw located just below the
top edge of the back of the vacuum.
Position the handle as shown in the illustra-
tion below.
Slide the handle into the opening at the top
of the vacuum.
Handle
Screw
Hole
Insert the screw so it passes through the
handle into the vacuum.
Begin to tighten the screw with your fingers.
It may be necessary to adjust the handle
slightly.
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Usinga
screw
driver
tighten
the
screw.
\
Do not overtlghten
Overtighteningcould stripthe screw
holes
Do notoperate the cleaner withoutthe
screw in place
CORD ASSEMBLY
Make sure the quick release upper cord
hook is in the upright position. Remove the
wire tie from the power cord.
Lock the cord into
place by forcing it
into the locking
notch on the body of
the quick release
upper cord hook as
shown. This helps
keep the power cord
out from under the
vacuum cleaner agi-
tator.
Notch
Power
Wrap the power cord around the upper and
lower cord hooks and lock the power cord
plug onto the power cord.
Quick Release
Upper Cord
Hook
Power
Cord
Lower
Cord
II
HOW TO START
Quick Release
per Cord
k
Turn the quick
release upper
cord hook to
either side
and down to
release the
power cord.
Release the power cord plug from the
power cord and pull the cord off the quick
release upper cord hook. Check to be sure
the power cord is still locked into the lock in
the quick release upper cord hook.
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 plug. If it still does not fit,
contact a qualified technician to install the
proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any
way.
Plug the polarized power cord into a 120
Volt outlet located near the floor.
Personal Injuryand ProductDamage
Hazard
• DO NOT plug In ifswitchIs Inthe ON
position Personal Injuryor damage
could result
• DO NOT useoutletsabove counters
Damage from cord to itemsIn surround-
ing area could occur
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To select a pile height setting:
Turn off cleaner. Select a ptle height setting
by tdtmg the cleaner back unt=l front wheels
are lifted slightly off the floor as illustrated
Slide the adjustment lever to the correct
setting.
SUGGESTED PILE HEIGHT SE'I-I'INGS
You may need to raise the height to make
some jobs easier, such as scatter rugs and
longer pile carpets. Suggested settings are:
HIGH: shag carpet, long pile, plush, scatter
rugs.
MED: medium to long pile.
LOW: short to medium pile
EX LOW: very low p_le
WARNING
Personal InjuryHazard
DO NOT place handsor feet under-
neath the unitwhen changingfrom
the bare floorto the carpet pile
height setting.The agitatorbeginsto
revolverapidlywhen the vacuum is
turned on and is in the carpet set-
Ung.
Bare floor setting: Slide the carpet/bare floor
selector all the way back and down toward
the bottom of the nozzle unt=l it locks into
place.
In th_s pos_hon the brush assembly does not
revolve. This setting should be used for
cleaning hardwood and hie floors and when
any attachments (tools) are used
Carpet setting:Slide the selector all the way
forward and up to the carpet
position.
In this position the brush assembly will turn.
When carpets are being cleaned the selec-
tor should be in this position.
Attention: Refer to your carpet manufactur-
ers cleaning recommendations. Some more
delicate carpets may require that they be
vacuumed with the agitator turned off, to
prevent carpet damage.
!r. . CAUTION
Do not allow vacuum cleaner to remain
in one spot for any length of time when
the agitator is tuming. Damage to car-
pet may occur.
Note: For longer belt life, turn vacuum off
before moving selector. Failure to do so can
cause the belt to rub on the selector shaft
and may result in the belt becoming hot and
creating a burning rubber smell.
Carpe_are
Floor Selector
To Bare Floor
Position
To Carpet
Position
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Release the handle by pressing down on
the handle release pedal with your foot and
pulling back and down on the handle with
your hand.
Release
Pedal
HANDLE MOUNTED
Tostart the vacuum cleaner, slide the
On/Off switchfrom the OFF positionto the
ON position.To stop the vacuumcleaner,
slide the On/Off switchto the OFF position,
Crevice Remove the lower end of the stretch hose
Telescopln!
Dusting
Combination
Stretch
Hose
Identify each ofthe a_achments shown
above.
TO USE ATTACHMENTS
Place the carpet/bare floor selector in the
bare floor setting by rotating the selector
back and down to the bare floor setting.
See CARPET/BARE FLOOR SELECTOR
section.
When returning the bare floor selector to
the carpet setting, use caution as the selec-
tor can move quickly to that setting due to
tension created by the belt.
from the cleaner by grasping the hose col-
lar, twisting and pulling straight out. The
attachments can now be added to the hose.
Note: The motor protector may open
when using attachments or when cleaning
new carpet, due to reduced airflow by the
attachments themselves or by new carpet
fuzz filling the dust bin quickly. See the
TROUBLESHOOTING section.
ElectricaJShock And Personal Injury
Hazard
Disconnectelectricalsupplybefore
servicingor cleaning the unit. Failure
to do so could resultin electricalshook
or personalInjuryfrom cleaner sud-
denlystarting.

The attached
hose swivels to
make cleaning
easier in every
direction. Swivel
Remove the
hose from the
hose clip by
pulling
straight out.
TELESCOPING WAND WITH
SUCTION CONTROL SLIDE
SOME MODELS
Remove the
Crevice telescoping
Tool wand from
its storage
Telescoping position.
Wand
Remove the crevice tool from its storage
position in the wand. Turn the locking ring to
the UNLOCK position.
Extend the wand to its full length. Turn the
locking ring to the LOCK position. Attach the
extension wand onto the open end of the
hose.
Lower_ Suction
Wand __h_ Control Slide
(Wend
\ oe.ing.ingI--
_Unlock _/-_ Upper
Wand
Align the tabs on the extension wand with
the "J" slots in the hose. Push the wand into
the hose and twist to the right to lock.
To achieve maximum reach
with the attachments, Hose
add the crevice tool to
the end of the Suction
wand by inserting Control
and twisting
Telescoping
Wand
Tool
The dusting
brush or the
combination r
brush may be
attached
directly to the
wand or
placed on the
end of the crevice tool.
TO OPERATE SUCTION
CONTROL SLIDE
Telescoping Wand
When using attachments for cleaning
draperies, small rugs with low pile and other
delicate items, twist the suction control slide
to the open position. This will reduce suction
for ease of cleaning. Suction
Control
The slide is Slide
located on the
telescoping wand,
close to the hose.
Note: Return suction controlslide to the
closed position for normal cleaning.
When usingattachments, be carefulnot
to overextendthe stretchhose when
reaching.Tryingto roachbeyond the
hose stretchcapability could causethe
cleanerto tip over. Make surethe car-
bet/bare floorselectoris In the bare floor
position. Damage to the floor surface
may occurffthe carpet settingIs used.
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TO STORE A'I-FACHMENTS
Remove dusting brush or combination
brush. Snap into appropriate storage loca-
tion.
Remove crevice tool from the wand by twist-
ing. Lay aside.
Remove the extension wand from the hose.
Twist the wand to the left and pull it away
from the hose end.
Lower
Unlock
\
Lock Locking
Ring
Upper
Wand
Unlock the wand by turning the wand lock-
ing ring to the UNLOCK position.
Slide the lower wand into the upper wand.
Turn the wand locking ring to the LOCK
position.
Place the crevice too,[ down into the com-
pressed wand. Snap ir_to the appropriate
storage location.
Reinsert the hose fully into the opening on
the nozzle base from which it was removed.
Press firmly to assure connection.
CAUTION
EXTENSION HOSE
SOME MODELS
Some models include an extra hose which
connects to the stretch hose on the vacuum
for a longer cleaning reach.
Unit Hose _Extension Hose
Insert the two tabs on the end of the
extension hose into the two "J" shaped slots
on the unit hose and twist to connect.
All attachments and the telescoping wand
can be attached to the open end of the
hose.
FLOOR BRUSHAND WAND
SOME MODELS
Some models have an extra brush and wand
for cleaning bare floors. Twist one end of the
adaptor into the floor brush and the other
end into the straight wand. Connect the
straight wand to the telescopic wand and
then to the vacuum hose or extension hose.
CAUTION
When usingthe regular hoseor with
the extension hose attached, the
cleaner should be ona solidsurface
on the same levelor belowthe level of
the user'sfeet. DO NOT use the hoses
when the cleaner Is above the levelof
the user'sfeet.
10

CLEANING AREA
Between
A'i-I-ACHMENT Fumiture* Cushions* Drapes* Stairs Walls
DUSTING BRUSH _X X X
CREVICE TOOL _X X X
COMBINATION BRUSH _X X X
Handi-Mate Jr." _X X
"Alwaysclean attachments beforeusingon fabrics.
Carpet edges
Guide either side or the front of the nozzle
along a baseboard. The full width agitator
brushes help remove dirt at carpet edges.
Stair8
Put handle in full upright position. Place the
carpet/bare floor selector in the bare floor
position. Use the crevice tool or fabric
brush. Set the On/Off switch to ON.
PersonalInjuryHazard
Use care if vacuum cleaner is placed
on stairs. If Itfalls, personal InJuwor
propertydamage could result.
For best clean-
ing results, keep
the airflow pas-
sage clear.
Occasionally,
check each of
the areas indi-
cated for clogs.
Unplug the
cleaner from the
outlet before
checking.
11

MOTOR PROTECTION
SYSTEM
ThermalProtector
This vacuum has a thermal protector which
automaticallytripsto protectthe vacuum
from overheating. If a clog preventsthe
normalflowof air tothe motor, the thermal
protectorturnsthe motoroffautomaticallyto
allowthe motortocool in order to prevent
possibledamage to the vacuum. During this
timethe headlightremains on.
To correctproblem:If this occurs, turn the
vacuumoff and unplugthe power cordfrom
the outletto allow the vacuum to cool and
the thermal protectorto reset. Check for
and removeclogs, if necessary. Also check
and clean/replaceany cloggedfilters. Wait
approximatelythirty(30) minutesand plug
the vacuum in and tum back on to see ifthe
motorprotectorhas reset. The motor
protectorwill notreset ifthe vacuum is not
turnedoff even if the vacuum has cooled
dowR,
Motor Protector L
This vacuum has a Rotor protector by-
pass valve which automatically opens to
provide cooling air to the motor when a
clog prevents the normal
flow of air to the motor. If
the by-pass valve opens
to prevent motor
overheating and possible
damage to the vacuum,
you will notice a change
of sound as air rushes
through the valve
opening. Motor
Protector
Note: Do not block motor protector.
To correct problem: See the TROUBLE-
SHOOTING chart.
Note: The motor protector may open when
using attachments or when cleaning new
carpet, due to reduced airflow by the
attachments themselves or by new carpet
fuzz filling the dust bin quickly. See the
TROUBLESHOOTING section.
PERFORMANCE INDICATOR
SOME MODELS
When the unit is running with normal air
flow, the light on the performance indicator
is off. The light comes on whenever the
airflow becomes blocked. If that occurs,
check the dust bin, clean/replace clogged
filters, and check other possible clog
locations shown in CLOG REMOVAL.
To correct
problem: See
the TROUBLE-
SHOOTING
chart.
NOTE: The Indicator
light may also come on wtlen using
attachments, due to reduced airflow
through the attachment.
NOTE: In some cases, the performance
indicator light may not come on if the
motor protector has opened.
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DIRT SENSOR
SOME MODELS
The electronic dirt sensor is a feature which
will detect particles as they pass through the
vacuum cleaner.
The dirt sensor indicators and sensor
sensitivity switch are located on the front of
the switch cover.
A red light indicates dirt is being picked up
by the cleaner. A green light indicates most
of the dirt has been picked up by the
cleaner.
OPERATION
As you vacuum, the red indicatorlight will
come onand stay on as longas the sensor
detects a high concentration of particles
passing through the cleaner.
The green light indicates that most of the
cleaning is complete.
The sensor switch allows you to select the
sensitivity of the dirt sensor. The switch can
be set to HI (+) or LO (-) sensitivity.
Set the sensor switch to the HI (+) position
when:
•Cleaning bare floors.
•Cleaning carpet with low pile height.
Set the sensor switch to the LO (-) position
when:
• Cleaning heavily soiled areas.
• Cleaning carpet with deep pile.
• Cleaning new carpets.
Even with the sensor switch in the LO (-)
position, the dirt sensor will detect carpet
fuzz, especially on new carpet, which may
cause the red light to remain on longer than
expected.
I\ =_.'- _ . Sensor |
\ _ _/ / Sensitivity I
\--- j s ,o. I
ElectricalShock And Personal Injury
Hazard
Disconnecteloctdcai supplybefore
servicingor cleaningthe unit. Failure
to do so could result in eloctdcalshock
or personalInjuryfrom cleaner sud-
danlystarting.
TO CLEAN DIRT SENSOR OPTICS
The dirt sensor optics consist of two optic
cells located inside the dust bin port. a
Occasionally, it may become necessary to
clean the two optic cells to assure
maximum performance. It is
recommended the optic cells be cleaned:
•When the red light stays on
continuously.
• When the green light stays on
continuously.
• When dirt or dust adheres to the
optic cells.
• Whenever the dust bin is cleaned.
To clean the sensor, wipe the optic cells with
a soft, dry cloth. Never use cleaners or
liquids as they can help speed the recoating
of the optic cells and make it necessary to
clean them much sooner than normal. The
dirt sensor area can be reached by
removing the dust bin.
Opec
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Always follow all safety precautions when
cleaning and servicing the vacuum
cleaner.
ElectdcalShock And PersonalInjury
Hazard
Disconnectelectrical supply before
servicingor cleaningthe unit. Failure
to do so could resultin electrical shock
or personalinjuryfromcleaner sud-
denlystarting.
Gather the cord and wrap it loosely around
the upper and lower cord hooks.
Store the cleaner
in a dry, indoor
area, on the floor
with the handle
locked in the
upright
position.
ElectdcalShock And PersonalInjury
Hazard
Wrappingthe cord tootightlyputs
stresson the cord and cancause cord
damage. A damaged cord Is an electd-
cal shock hazard and couldcause per-
sonal injuryor damage.
Unplug cord from wall outlet.
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. DO NOT drip water on
cleaner.
Wash attachments in warm soapy water,
rinse and air dry, Do not clean in dishwash-
er.
Do notuse attachmentsifthey wet.
AttachmentsusedIn dirtyareas, such
as under a refdgerator, shouldnot be
used on other surfacesuntilthey are
washed. They couldleave marks.
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Alwaysempty the dust bin when dirt level
reaches the =MAX FILL" line.
TO REMOVE DUST BIN
! WARNING
Always unplug power cord from electri-
cal outlet before performing any ser-
vice onvacuum.
•.DustBin .,A !_'_=_!%
Lift dust bm han- Release -I_,_,._
die located at the Handle ---._,____._
top of the dust _ _'1
bin. Dust IH
Bin -_
Pul! the handle for-
ward and lift dust bin
up and out of the
vacuum cleaner.
Remove any
clogs that DustBin
might be locat-
ed in the dust
bin port or the
secondary fil-
ter. Secondary
Filter--
TO EMPTY DUST BIN
Turn This Direction Closed
U
Open
(For Emptying)
Rotate dust bin lid assembly counterclock-
wise as indicated on the lid and lift off.
.;e4_
TO CLEAN FILTER
The filter may
be cleaned by
tapping it on a
firm surface or
by rinsing it
under a faucet•
Rinse with
water only, do
not use any
detergent or
soap. Allow the
filter to dry for
24 hours before
putting it back
into the vacuum.
Pour dust bin contents
into a trash container.
Cover
15

TO REPLACE DUST BIN
Turn This Direction Open
To Close For Use (For Emptying)
Closed
(For Use)
Replace dust bin lid assembly by placing
back on dust bin with the marks on the lid
aligned as shown under Open (For
Emptying) on the back of the dust bin.
Rotate lid clockwise while pressing down-
ward so marks align as shown above Close
(For Use) as above.
Place dust bin
back into vacuum
cleaner by insert-
ing the bottom first_
and tilt back with
the dust bin han-
dle raised.
Dus,Bin
Release
Handle --
Lower the dust
bin handle to lock
dust bin in place.
Check secondary filter' frequently and clean Secondary
when dirty. Filter--
Remove the dust bin as outlined in the
DUST BIN CLEANING section.
To clean filter screen wipe screen with a dry
cloth.
NOTE: Filter screen is not removable.
Replace the dust bin as outined in the
DUST BIN CLEANING section.
16

ElectricalShock Hazard
Unplugpowercord fromeloctrlcalout-
let. Do not operate the cleaner without
the pdmaryor exhaust filters. Be sure
the filtersam properlyinstalledto pre-
ver_ motor failure and/or electrical
shock.
PRIMARY FILTER
Check primary filter frequently and clean
when dirty.
TO REMOVE PRIMARY FILTER
Remove the dust bin and dust bin lid
assembly as outlined in the DUST BIN
CLEANING section.
Grasp filter, rotate and lift
off. Filte
Locking
SIot
Cover
Clean primary filter by gently tapping over a
trash container. Tap on several sides to
ensure best cleaning.Rinse with water only
as needed (see page 15).
When cleaning the filter no longer restores
vacuum suction to full power you need to
replace the filter.
TO REPLACE PRIMARY FILTER
Replace filter and rotate filter until
slots lock onto tabs in
cover.
Slot
Cover
Tab
NOTE: Under normal use and care, your fil-
ter can be expected to last up to 3 years.
EXHAUST FILTER
HEPA
The exhaust filter must be replaced when
dirty. It should be replaced regularly
depending on use conditions.
The filter CANNOT be washed as it willlose
itsdusttrappingability.
.OTESeePA S m
AND FEATURES
for the exhaust filter number.
Press inward on each side of
exhaust filter cover and pull Press
out to remove from vacuum Inward
cleaner. Exhaust
Remove the
exhaust filter
cartridge.
Push only on filter car-
tridge frame, not on filter
material itself.
The grey edge ofthe filtershouldbe facing
away fromthe operator.
Replace the exhaust filter cover by placing
tabs in slots and pushing in until cover
snaps into place.
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ElectricalShock Or Personal Injury
Hazard
Disconnectelectricalsupplybefore
servicingor cleaning the unit. Failure
to do so could result in electricalshock
or personal injuryfrom cleaner sud-
denlysta_ng.
Frequently check and remove hair, string
and lint build-up in the brush area. If build-
up becomes excessive, follow the steps
below.
TO REMOVE BELT
Disconnect power cord from electrical outlet.
Carpet/Bare
Floor Selector
Place the
carpet/bare
floor selec-
tor in the
carpet posi-
tion and
To Carpet lower hart-
Position die to lay
vacuum flat.
Slide latches
outward and
remove noz-
zle cover. Nozzle
Latches
Agitator
Cover
Furniture
Guard
Retainer
Unfasten the
furniture
guard retain-
ers from the
posts on both
sides of the
agitator
cover.
Tabs Depress tabs on
rear of agitator
cover and rotate
forward to
release from the
nozzle body.
The light bulb socket assembly does not
have to be removed. Lay the agitator cover
over to the side out of the way.
Belt
Position hands on the agitator. If the belt is
still attached to the agitator, there will be
tension on the agitator. Carefully lift the right
end of the agitator and then the left end.
Note: It may be necessary to pull the edge
of the furniture guard out of the way to allow
the ends of the agitator to be removed easily.
Remove the belt from the motor drive shaft.
Personal InjuryHazard
Be careful when removingthe agitator
as the belt tensionIs high, Failure to
do so could result In personal Injury
fromthe agitator releasing qulcldyand
snappingaway.
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TO CLEAN AGITATOR
Note" In order to keep cleaning efficiency
high and to prevent damage to your vacu-
um, the agitator must be cleaned every time
the belt is changed.
The agitator must be cleaned according to
the following schedule:
Vacuum Use
HEAVY
(used daily)
MODERATE
(used 2-3 times/week)
Clean Agitator
every week
every month
UGHT
(used 1 time/week) every 2months
Remove any dirt or debris in the belt path
area or in the agitator area,
End
t
Washer
ExplodedView - Agitator
Assembly
Agitator Unit
End
End Cap
Carefully remove
the brush end
caps and remove
any string or
debris located on
the agitator
assembly, end
caps or agitator
shaft.
Note: Replace the end caps. See the
exploded view for correct assembly.
TO REPLACE BELT
Make sure that the carpet]bare floor selec-
tor is in the carpet position.
Loop the new belt on the motor shaft.
Carpet/Bare Floor
Belt New Selector Shaft
Pulley Belt
BELT ROUTING
Correct Routing of Belt
(Selector in Carpet Positlon)
Agitator Motor
Carpet/Bare Floor Shaft
Selector Shaft
Incorrect Routing of Belt
(Belt on Selector Shaft)
'\ Carpet/Bare
,Roor Pedal
Agitator Motor
Carpet/Bare Floor Shaft
Selector Shaft
Incorrect Routing of Belt
(Selector In Bare Floor Posftlon)
Agitator Belt Carpet/Bare Floor
Selector Shaft
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Note: See PARTS AND FEATURES for belt
number.
Loop the other end of the belt on the belt
pulley on the agitator.
Insert the agitator by placing the rounded
portion of the end cap down into the slot in
the nozzle base.
Note: It may be necessary to hold the furni-
ture guard out of the way in order to allow
proper insertion of the agitator into the noz-
zle base.
Nozzle
Agitator Base
Furniture End Base
Guard Cap Slot
Note: Care must be taken due to the belt
tension during reassembly.
Press firmly,
checking to
see that
each end is
completely
inserted.
Check to see that the belt is centered on
the belt pulley. Turn the agitator with your
fingers to see that it turns freely.
To re-attach
the agitator
cover, insert
the six (6)
tabs into the
six slots
along the
front edge of
the nozzle
base. Tabs/
Slots
Lower the agitator cover to its original posi-
tion. After positioning the agitator cover,
push forward on the two (2) locking tabs in
order to ensure that they are securely in
place.
Re-fasten the
furniture
guard retain-
ers to the
posts on both
sides of the
agitator Agitator
cover. Cover
Furniture
Guard
Retainer
Note: If the agitator cover is not installed
correctly, you may experience a loss of per-
formance and possible agitator vibration,
etc.
Headlight
Wire
/Lock Tabs
Securely In
Place
Make sure the headlight wires are tucked
securely in place.
Replace
the nozzle
cover and
secure the
latches. Nozzle
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