Kenmore 116.34723 manual

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  • Page 1

    Owner's Manual Manual Del Propietario Vacuum Cleaner ® Aspiradora Model, Modelo 116.34722 116.34723 CAUTION: Read and follow all safety and operating instructions before first use of this product. CUIDADO: Lea y sigua todas las instrucciones de operaci6n y seguridad antes del uso de este producto. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 6[...]

  • Page 2

    Before Using Your New Vacuum ....... 2 Kenmore Vacuum Cleaner Warranty .... Important Safety Instructions ......... 3 Parts and Features .................. 4 Operating Instructions ............... 5 Getting Started ...................... 5 Using Handle ....................... 5 Storing Handle ...................... 5 Cord Assembly .................[...]

  • Page 3

    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 pre- cautions 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 atta[...]

  • Page 4

    Item Part No. Part No. In U.S. In Canada Exhaust Filter 20-86880 20-86880 Headlight Bulb 20-5248 20-5248C Belt 20-5275 20-5275C 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. ATTACHMENTS Wends', (l 7 Crevice Tool Dusting Brush Due Brush Release Bu[...]

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    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS USING HANDLE To release handle; press handle release button as shown. With release button depressed rotate handle clockwise to the operating position. Once handle reaches the operating position (up) the handle will automatically lock into place. {--I f Operating _tl° I Position i,_1 I Handle Release Button NOTE: You should h[...]

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    SOME MODELS 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 carpet heights. SUGGESTED PILE HEIGHT SETTINGS You ma[...]

  • Page 7

    l • WARNING Personal Injury Hazard DO NOT place hands or feet under- neath the unit. When using the attachments, the agitator rotates. Do not allow the cleaner to remain in just one place for a period of time, as the agitator may damage the floor surface. Avoid placing the vacuum on furniture, the fringed area of rugs, deep pile carpeting, or car[...]

  • Page 8

    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. Note: When using attachments make sure the cleaner is in the upright position. , WARNING Personal Injury Hazard Use care if vacuum cleaner is placed on stairs. If it falls, personal injury or property damage[...]

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    VACUUM CLEANER CARE Always follow all safety precautions when cleaning and servicing the vacuum cleaner. E =! 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 personal injury from cleaner suddenly starting. Operating _oI Pos[...]

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    Always empty the dust bin when dirt level reaches the "MAX FILL" line. WARNING Electrical Shock And Personal Injury Hazard Always unplug power cord from elec- trical outlet before performing any service on vacuum. TO REMOVE DUST BIN Remove dust bin assembly from cleaner by lifting the release lever as shown. 1 Lever Remove dust bin from c[...]

  • Page 11

    Primary Filter Lid The Lid houses the filter. Filter Filter traps dirt and debris that is picked up by the suction motor. Filter Screen The filter screen traps larger particles of dirt and debris from reachLng the filter. Dust Bin Captures dirt and debris picked up from the suction motor. 11[...]

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    Check primary filter frequently and clean when dirty. Remove the dust bin assembly as outlined in the DUST BiN CLEANING section and empty contents of dust bin. Make sure dust bin is empty before filter is removed. Grasp filter screen, rotate counter-clockwise and lift out. Lid_ Filter Scree/1 Grasp primary filter, rotate counter- clockwise and lift[...]

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    /--Primary Lid -- Before replacing the filter it is a good idea to clean the inside of the dust bin and lid area. Rotate filter clockwise until slots lock onto tabs in lid. NOTE: Under normal use and care, your fil- ter can be expected to last up to 3 years. NOTE: See Parts and Features for Filter number, Filter Scree_ The secondary filter screen p[...]

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    Light Lens Ensure ON-OFF switch is OFE Disconnect power cord from electrical outlet. Press handle release pedal and rotate the handle down so the cleaner is laying flat on the floor. Pry out light lens at slots. Remove old bulb from the socket by pulling from socket. Replace bulb by pressing into socket. Only use a bulb rated 13 V AC-9 Watts. Reins[...]

  • Page 15

    ! • _ 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. Frequently check and remove hair, string and lint build-up in the brush area. If build- up becomes excessive, follow the[...]

  • Page 16

    Remove the agitator to check for string and hair build-up. NOTE: In order to keep cleaning efficiency high and to prevent damage to your vacu- um, the aqitator must be cleaned every time the belt is chanqed. The agitator must also be cleaned accord- ing to the following schedule: Vacuum Use HEAVY - (used daily) MODERATE - (used 2-3 times/week) LIGH[...]

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    Unplug power cord from wall outlet. Clean exterior using a clean, soft cloth that has been dipped in a solution of mild liquid detergent and water and wrung dry. DO NOT drip water on cleaner and wipe dry after cleaning. DO NOT clean tools in dishwasher or clothes washer. Wash tools in warm soapy water, rinse and air dry. DO NOT use tools if they ar[...]

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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 at a Sears service center. ! WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the unit. Failure to do so could result in electrica[...]

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