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Page 1: ... Model 116 31720 116 31721 CAUTION Read and follow att 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 CO1ZBJBODUOO 8191917 Printed in UoSAo ...

Page 2: ...sting information Your vacuum 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 Noo 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 f...

Page 3: ...oose 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 powders and fine dust These products clog the fif ters reduce airflow and can cause the bag to burst Failure to clean the dust bin could cause permanent damage to the cleaner Do not use th...

Page 4: ...on Inlet Retainer Carry Handle Primary Filter Cleaning Knob Dust Bin Release Handle Primary Filter Inside Height Adjustment Lever Some Nozzle Cover Furniture Guard Nozzle Cover Retainers Bin Exhaust Filter inside Headlight Some Models Nozzle Base On Off Switch Handle_ Some Models Crevice Toot Motor Protector Short Model Serial Hose Numbers ATTACHMENTS Wand Some Models Qty_ 1 or 2 Wand _ 27 tabs Cr...

Page 5: ... Failure to do so could result in elec trical shock or injury 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 While holding the power cord out of the way slide the handle into the opening at the top of the vacuum Hand_ Handle Screw Hole Insert the screw so it passes through the handle into the vacuum...

Page 6: ...nd lower cord retainer then lock the power cord plug onto the power cord ATTACHMENT ASSEMBLY After the handle has been assembled to the body and the power cord has been wrapped around the cord hooks the attachments can be assembled 1 Snap the suction inlet end of the hose into the back of the vacuum cleaner 2 Place the hose behind the handle and over the hose holder_ 3 Place the hose in the front ...

Page 7: ...tems in surrounding area could occur 3 Plug the polarized power cord into a 120 Volt outlet located near the floor To select a pile height setting Turn off cleaner Select a pile height setting by tilting the cleaner back until front wheels are lifted slightly off the floor as illustrated Slide the adjustment lever to the correct setting Models with no selector adjust automatically for varying carp...

Page 8: ... SOME MODELS 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 Handle Release Pedal To start the vacuum cleaner step on the ON OFF switch located on the back of the vacuum To stop the vacuum cleaner step on the switch a second time On Off Switch ...

Page 9: ...the cleaner The hose on some models will expand NOTE When cleaner is turned on the hose on some models will have a tendency to collapse due to suction of the cleaner If more reach is needed the wand can be attached to the hose and the attachments can be added to the wand CAUTION When using attachments be careful not to overextend the hose length when reaching Trying to reach beyond the hose reach ...

Page 10: ...nect All attachments and the wand can be attached to the open end of the hose_ FLOOR BRUSH AND 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 Floor Brush ATTACHMENT DUSTING BRUSH...

Page 11: ...ins on_ To correct problem If this occurs turn the vacuum off and unplug the power cord from the outlet to allow the vacuum to cool and the thermal protector to reseL Check for and remove clogs if necessary Also check and clean replace any clogged filters Wait approximately thirty 30 minutes and plug the vacuum in and turn back on to see if the motor protector has reset The motor protector wilt no...

Page 12: ... 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 cause personal injury or damage Unplug cord from wall outlet_ DO NOT drip water on cleaner 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 cleani...

Page 13: ...top _ of dust bin at least two complete revolu tions to clean filter and to maintain clean ing performance Dust Bin Port Secondary 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 Usage Open For Emptying Rotate dust bin lid assembly counterclock wise as indicated on the lid and lift off...

Page 14: ...econdary filter frequently and clean when dirty WARNING 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 SECONDARY FILTER FOAM Remove the dust bin as outlined in the DUST BIN CLEANING sect...

Page 15: ... the slots Check sliders and remove any obstruc tions Slots __ Filter Cover L_ _ Handle Hinge 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 The filter CANNOT be was...

Page 16: ...er retainers to the UNLOCK position Rotate upward and lift up on the nozzle cover to remove it from the nozzle base Nozzle Cover Carefully remove any residue that may exist in the belt area_ WARNING Personal Injury Hazard Always unplug the vacuum cleaner before cleaning the brush area as agitator may suddenly restart Failure to do so can result in per sonal injury TO REMOVE BELT CLEAN AGITATOR Agi...

Page 17: ...aps TO REPLACE BELT Loop the new belt on the motor shaft NOTE Use Belt 20 527 In Canada 20 4009 Shaft New Belt Belt Pulley 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_ Cap Slot Agitator Nozzle Base Press firmly checking to see that each end is completely inserted Check to s...

Page 18: ...from the tool holder Plug in the vacuum and turn it on While running the vacuum cleaner stretch the hose in and out to remove the clog Turn the unit off and unplug the unit If the clog still exists pull the short hose out of the tool holder and inspect the short hose Remove any visible clogs Motor Protector This vacuum has a motor protector by pass valve which automatically opens to provide coolin...

Page 19: ...ns Screw Push Here To Remove Remove the light bulb by pushing the bulb in while turning counterclockwise to release from the slot Pult the light bulb straight ouL cAuTI0 Do not use a bulb rated over 130 V AC 15 W During extended use heat from the bulb could overheat sur rounding plastic parts To replace the light bulb carefully insert and turn clockwise to fit securely into sloL NOTE Use Bulb 20 5...

Page 20: ...ng TO CHECK AGITATOR Turn the vacuum over to check for worn brushes When brushes are worn to the level of the base belt guard Base Belt Guard replace the agitator TO REPLACE AGITATOR Remove the nozzle cover and agitator See BELT CHANGING AND AGITATOR CLEANING Replace agitator with a new one Reassemble the belt agitator and nozzle cover See BELT CHANGING AND AGITATOR CLEANING End Cap Agitator Unit ...

Page 21: ...1 Broken belt 2 Bare floor selector in bare floor setting 3 Belt installed incorrectly I Plug infirmly push on off switch to on 2 Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse 3 Push onibff switch to on 4 Reset thermalprotector page 11 1 CIean dust bin pages 13 14 2o Adjust setting page 7 3 Replace agitator page 20 4 Check CLOG REMOVAL page 8 5 Check for clogs page 18 6 Replace hose 7 Replace fix belt pag...

Page 22: ...call for the nearest Sears Parts and Repair Center 1 800 488 1222 Anytime day or night US A only www sears corn For the replacement parts accessories and owner s manuals that you need to do it yourself call Sears PartsDirectSM Sears Roebuck and Co Registered Trademark rM Trademark sMService Mark of Sears Roebuck and Co Marca Reglstrada rt_Marca de F_brica st_ Marca de Servicio de Sears Roebuck and...

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