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SEARS OWNERS MANUAL HOME CLEANING SYSTEM MODEL NO. 175.8579280 CAUTION: Read Instructions and Rules for Safe Operation nnlolP Carefully HOME CLEANING SYSTEM For household use only. . INTRODUCTION • ASSEMBLY Save this • OPERATION Manual for , MAINTENANCE Future Reference •...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS--Readallinstructionsbeforeusingthi When using any electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: WARNING reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury: Do not leave cleaner when plugged into electrical outlet. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing. WARNING: TO AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN n STORE INDOORS.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/731CR-W, SEARS TOWER, CHICAGO, IL 60684 INTRODUCTION Your new Kenmore Home Cleaning System isa deluxe high performance cleaner, designed for today's cleaning requirements. With proper care and maintenance, it should provide you with years of service. It is important that you read this manual to fully understand the cleaner's capabilities as well as providing you with the essentials regarding maintenance and safety.
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ASSEMBLY OF RECOVERY TANK POWER POWER AND SOLUTION TANK HEAD See Figure 2 1. Place Recovery Tank into Solution Tank (align the word "VACUUM" on Recovery Tank with "VACUUM" SHORT on Solution Tank)and secure with Metal Latch. CORDIN 2. Unwind Power Cord from the Power Head. RECOVERY HERE 3.
CARPET PREPARATION For best results prepare carpet for cleaning as follows: 1. Vacuum carpet to remove loose dirt before using Cleaner. 2. To remove stains and ground in dirt present in heavy traffic FILLER areas of the carpet, spray or rub Sears Heavy Traffic Pre- OPENING Treatment (82833) into carpet before using Cleaner.
RATIO TEST FOR SOLUTION SPRAY See Figure 6 1. Hold Floor Nozzle above floor level. 2. Pull Solution Release Trigger on Angled Wand. RELEASE 3. Obsewe Floor Nozzle to make sure cleaning solution TRIGGER is being sprayed evenly from two points. (see DETAIL "A"...
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ATIO WHEN TO EMPTY RECOVERY TANK See Figure 9 During normal operation, your cleaner may stop recovering solution from your carpet. When this occurs there are three EXHAUST RECOVERY check points to alert you: PORT TANK 1. An increase in motor noise. 2.
OPERATION TO, EMPTY THE SOLUTION TANK METHOD 1 See Figure 11 When cleaning is completed, both the Recovery Tank and the Solution Tank should be emptied prior to storage. Empty the Recovery Tank as described earlier. There are three methods of emptying the Solution Tank.
KENMORE SPRAYMATE POWER NOZZLE Model No. =°81252 See Figure 15 The Kenmore Spraymate is an optional attachment for carpet cleaning. The Spraymate has a motorized beater brush which is especially good to scrub difficult to clean areas of heavy traffic.
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OU LE SHOOTI G CHART PROBLEM POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS* 1. Neither vacuum motor nor pump 1. Be sure power switch is in "ON" position. motor runs. 2. Be sure power cord is plugged in securely. 3. Check wall electrical outlet (by plugging in a known working electrical appliance).
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SEARS HOME CLEANING SYSTEM -- MODEL 175.8579280 PART NO. DESCRIPTION 644147-003 Handle Plate 642337-002 Handle Screws (2) 642338-042 Handle Shroud w/Label 642315-011 Switch Cap 641798-003 Motor Housing Screws (2) 643492-005 Female Pigtail 642149-001 Wiring Nut 643509-001 Switch 641843-013 Power Cord 642367-006 Motor Seal 644548-004...
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HOME CLEANING SYSTEM SERVICE Now that you have purchased your Kenmore Home Cleaning System, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact any Sears Service Center. Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit.