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  • Page 1

    Owner's Manual Vacuum Cleaner Model 116.20512 116.21513 CAUTION: Read and follow all safety and operating instructions before first use of this product, Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, 1L 60179 U.S.A. www.sears.com Part No. CO1ZAXV30U_O-8175162 Printed in U.SoA.[...]

  • Page 2

    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 .................... g Suggested Pile Height Settings .....[...]

  • Page 3

    i ,11,1111 ................. 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 precau- tions including the following: Read this manual before assembling or using your vacuum cleaner. Use your cleaner only as described in this manual U[...]

  • Page 4

    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 Wand Swivel Cord and Cord Holder Power.Mate _ Power Cord Cord and Plug Holder -- Handle Quick Release (Some Models) _------- Upper Wand Belt In UoS, #20-5285 In Canada #40110 POWER-MATE ® Wand [...]

  • Page 5

    HOSE 3.Way On/Off Switch Off/Floor/Carpet (Some Models) i _Handle ATTACHMENTS Power-Mate Jr, _ (Some Models) Crevice ! Tool Combination _ Brush Floor _ Brush --------_ Handi-Mate Jr. _ (Some Models) Hose Swivel HOTE: All models have one set of attachments in the canister. Some models have an additional set, which can be kept in the accessory Dag fo[...]

  • Page 6

    . WARNJ.G Electrical Shock itazard 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. [...]

  • Page 7

    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 hin[...]

  • Page 8

    HOW TO START WARNi'NG 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 [...]

  • Page 9

    Forbest cleaning action, the Power.Mate _ should be pushed straight away fromyou and pulledstraight back. At the endof each pull stroke, the direction of the Power-Mate e should be changed to pointinto the next section to be cteaned_ This pattern should be continued across the rug with slow, glid- ing motions.. NOTE: Fast, jerky strokes do not prov[...]

  • Page 10

    ATTACHMENTS ON WANDS ATTACHMENTS ON HANDLE NOTE: If the Power-Mate _ is attached, turn cleaner off before removing handle from wands. 1. Press lock button, then pull ==' _a to remove han- Upper _ die from wand If your model has the optionai feature of a handie release, press it in similarly 2. Slide attachments firm- ly on handle as neede&[...]

  • Page 11

    EDGE CLEANER Active brush edge cleaners are on both sides of the Power- Mate e 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, t[...]

  • Page 12

    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. MO ZO[...]

  • Page 13

    1. Unplug cord from wall outleL 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 l • CAUTION Do not use attachmen[...]

  • Page 14

    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, i EXHAUST FILTER ELECTROSTATIC The electrostatic filter must be replaced when dirty. Reptace the filter when the entire surface area is covered evenly.. The filter CANNOT be washed as it will lose[...]

  • Page 15

    HALF LIGHT POWER-MATE ® 1. Remove light cover by lifting at arrow as shown. 2. Push in and turn bulb countercfock- wise to remove, 3. Replace the bulb, Bulb must not be higher than 15 Watts(130V), Close _ight cover until it snaps in place 1/4 NOTE: See PARTS AND FEATURES for Bulb number_ FULL LIGHT POWER-MATE d 1, Remove light cover by pressing in[...]

  • Page 16

    TO REMOVE BELT 1. Remove light cover and light butb as shown under LIGHT BULB CHANGING 2, Unscrew the Power- Mate ® cove r screws, 3, Turn Power-Mate s ove r, To remove cover, insert screwdriver at cover tabs on both sides and twist to release tabs, 5. Carefully insert and lift screwdriver at each brush support to free brush from base 6, Remove wo[...]

  • Page 17

    WARNING 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 brush dowel Base Support Bars i TO [...]

  • Page 18

    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, shouldbe performed by a Sears authorized service representative. WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard ....... | ...................... Disconnect electrical supply before servlclng or cleaning the[...]

  • Page 19

    For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! 1-800-4-MY-HOME ® Anytime, day or night (1-800-469-4663) (U_S.A. and Canada) www.sears.com www.sears,ca For re pair of carry-in products like vacuums, lawn equipment, and electronics, call for the nearest Sears Parts and Repair Center. 1-800-468-[...]