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Page 1: ...6 32732 116 32733 CAUTION Read and follow all safety and operating instructions before first use of this product CUIDADO Lea y sigue todas las instrucciones de operaci6n y seguridad antes del uso de este producto Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A www sears com Part No CO1ZBLD60UOO 8191703 Printed in U SrAo ...

Page 2: ...rs 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 fo...

Page 3: ...ep hair loose clothing fingers and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts Do not use cleaner without dust 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...

Page 4: ...ob Dust Bin _ Release Primary Filter I Inside Dust j Nozzle Bin _ Cover Some Models Performance In t dicator Some Models inside Lower Cord Hooks Carry Crevice Tool Telescoping Wan Combination Brush Handle Release Model Serial Numbers He_ht Ready to Use Swivel Hose Stretch Hose Motor Protector Agitator Underneath Headlight Floor Selector Nozzle Cover Latch Vozzle Base Underneath Spare Belt Undernea...

Page 5: ...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 Handle Insert the screw so it passes...

Page 6: ...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...

Page 7: ...k and down toward the bottom of the nozzle until it locks into place In this position the brush assembly does not revolve This setting should be used for cleaning hardwood and tile 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 ...

Page 8: ...RPET 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 Remove the lower end of the stretch hose 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 usin...

Page 9: ...e crevice tool to the end of the suction wand by inserting Control and twisting Wand_ The dusting brush or the combination brush may be attached directly to the wand or placed on the end of the crevice toot TO OPERATE SUCTION CONTROL SLIDE Telescoping Wand When using attachments for cleaning draperies small rugs with tow pile and other delicate items twist the suction control slide to the open pos...

Page 10: ...JJ llUIUI 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 At attachments and the telescoping wand can be attached to the open end of the hose_ FLOOR BRUSH AND WAND ...

Page 11: ...ushes help remove dirt at carpet edges Stairs 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 Personal Injury Hazard Use care if vacuum cleaner is placed on stairs If it falls personal injury or property damage could result For best clean ing results keep the airflow pas sage clear ...

Page 12: ...ovide 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 at...

Page 13: ... 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 Sensor Sensitivity Switch WARNING Electrical Shock And Personal Injury Hazard Disconnect electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the unit Failure to do so could result in elec trical shock or per...

Page 14: ...tion Electrical Shock And Personal Injury Hazard Wrapping the cord too tightly puts stress on the cord and can cause cord damage A damaged cord is an electrical shock hazard and could ilcause Personal injury or 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 N...

Page 15: ...ved rotate cleaning knob on top of dust bin at least two complete revolutions to clean filter and maintain cleaning perfor manGe Cleaning Port __ l I I I Filter_____ _ _ Remove any clogs that might be located in the dust bin port or the sec ondary filter_ TO EMPTY DUST BIN Turn This Direction Closed To Open For Emptying For Use Open For Emptying Rotate dust bin lid assembly counterclock wise as in...

Page 16: ...to lock dust bin in place_ Electrical Shock Hazard Do not operate the cleaner without the motor safety filter Be sure the filter is properly installed to prevent motor failure and or electrical shock Always unplug power cord from electrical outlet before performing any service on vacuum i iii i iii II I SECONDARY FILTER FOAM Remove the dust bin as outlined in the DUST BiN CLEANING section Remove s...

Page 17: ... Grasp filter handle and lift ouL Clean primary filter by gently tapping over a trash con tainer Slots Filter Cover Replace dust bin lid by snapping into place with handle hinges aligned to tabs Replace the dust bin as outined in the DUST BIN CLEANING section EXHAUST FILTER HEPA The exhaust filter cartridge must be replaced when dirty It should be replaced regularly depending on use conditions_ Th...

Page 18: ...oth sides of the agitator cover 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 Spare 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 t...

Page 19: ...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 II Motor Shaft Belt New Pulley Belt Carpet Bare Floor Selector Shaft BELT ROU...

Page 20: ...ulley 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 gua...

Page 21: ... Plug in the vacuum and turn it on Stretch the hose to max imum length and then allow the hose to return to its Stretch storage Hose In length and Out Turn the unit off and unplug the unit Visually inspect the hose and the base area into which the hose is inserted Remove any visible clogo Re insert the hose into the opening on the lower body from which it was removed Press firmly to assure connect...

Page 22: ...Nozzl_ Cover Slide latches outward and remove nozzle cover Do not use a bulb rated over 15W 130V During extended use heat from the bulb could overheat sur rounding plastic parts Remove the light bulb by pushing the bulb in while turning coun terclockwise to release from the slot_Then pull the light bulb straight out To Replace To replace the light bulb care fully insert and turn clockwise to secur...

Page 23: ...urn the vacuum over to check for worn brushes When brushes are worn to the level of the base belt guard replace the agita tor TO REPLACE AGITATOR Removethe nozzle cover agitatorcover and agitator See BELT CHANGING AND AGITATORCLEANING Remove the end caps Replace the agitator with a new one Replace the bearing covers and end caps_ Reassemble the belt agitator agitator cover and nozzle cover See qb ...

Page 24: ...Light won t work 1 Burned out _ightbulb t Change light bulb page 22 Agitator does not turn 1 Broken belt I 2 Bare ttoor selector in bare 2 floor setting 3 Belt installed incorrectly 3o Performance tndleatoh some models is red Push on off switch to on Reset thermal protector page 12 Clean dust btn page 15 16 Adjust setting page 7 Replace agitator page 23 Check CLOG REMOVAL page 21 Cheek forctogs pa...

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