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- Page 1 Owner's Manual Vacuum Cleaner Model 116.29812 CAUTION: Read and follow all 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. CO1ZAUXOOU_O-4370950 Printed in U.S.Ao...
- Page 2 Please read this guide.. It will help you assemble and operate your new Kenmore vacuum in the safest and most effective way. For more information about the care and operation, call your nearest Sears store° You will need the complete model and serial numbers when requesting information. Your vacuum's model and serial numbers are located on the Model and Serial Number Plate.
- Page 3 They may damage the cleaner or dust bag. dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped Do not pick up anything that is burning or into water, return it to a Sears Service smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot Centre/Department. ashes..
- Page 4 It is important to know your vacuum cleaner's parts and features to ensure its proper and safe use. Review these before using your cleaner. ,,,,,,,, ..• Item Part No. Part No. In U.S. in Canada Headlight Bulb 20-5240 596181 Belt 20-5201 20-40979...
- Page 5 HOSE ATTACHMENTS 3.Way On/Off Switch Off/Floor/Carpet (Some Models) POWER.MATE (Some Models) Han dte HANDI-MATE JR,. (Some Models) NOTE: All models have one set of attachments in the canister. Some models have an additional set, which Hose Swivel can be kept in the accessory bag for garage use or other dirty areas, CANISTER Part No.
- Page 6 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....Handle Electrical Shock Hazard Handle # DO NOT plug into electrical supply until assembly is complete.
- Page 7 2. Insert CANISTER handle into wand until 1. Open the canister hood. lock button 2. Check to see that the dust bag is proper- snaps in ly installed° See BAG CHANGING for place. Be instructions° sure hose 3. Check to see that the motor safety filter is is not Handle twisted.
- Page 8 HOW TO START Pile Height Indicator Personal Injury and Product Damage Handle Hazard Release ° DO NOT plug in if switch is in ON position. Personal injury or damage could result. • The cord moves rapidly when Pile Height Pedal (Some Models) rewinding.
- Page 9 Suggested sweeping pattern. WARNING ....... For best cleaning action, the POWER- MATE should be pushed straight away Personal Injury and Product Damage from you and pulled straight back, At the Hazard end of each pull stroke, the direction of the °...
- Page 10 TO CLEAN THE LENSES: SOME MODELS The dirt sensor light system is mounted on the POWER-MATE TMnozzle near the reset 1. Remove the button. It consists of a series of three red wands by press- lights and one green light_ ing the quick The lights give release pedal and...
- Page 11 ATTACHMENTS ON WANDS CAUTION SOME MODELS DO NOT attach or remove handle or 1. To remove wands while cleaner is ON. This wands from could cause sparking and damage POWER- the electrical contacts. MATE lock ......ATTACHMENTS ON HANDLE straight-up NOTE: If the wands in position.
- Page 12 CLEANING AREA Bare Between Carpeted ATTACHMENT Walls Furniture* Drapes" Stairs Floors Cushions' Floors/Rugs DUSTING BRUSH CREVICE TOOL FABRIC BRUSH <_ FLOOR BRUSH (some Mod_!_) POWER-MATE_ HANDi,MATEr.JR, ' <_ (Some Models)"* PowER"MATE_JR: _;;_ (Some Models)"" "A_waysctean attachments before usin9 on fabrics ** 3-way On/Off switch should be in FLOOR position '** HAND!-MATE_UR, and POWER-MATE"_JR attachment...
- Page 13 ELECTRONIC BAG/HOSE POWER-MATE STORAGE SOME MODELS CHECK INDICATOR SOME MODELS The lower wand _tectronic The light comes has a "U" on whenever the Bag/Hose shaped flange in the area blocked, dust where the bag needs power cord Check_ airflow becomes changing or can- attaches.
- Page 14 The vacuum cleaner creates suction that picks up dirt, Rapidly moving air carries the dirt to the dust bag through the airflow pas- sages, The dust bag lets the air pass iJ _'_..-_ through, while it traps the dirt L//_ /j.,- For best cleaning results, keep the airflow passage open., Check the starred areas...
- Page 15 DO NOT USE ATTACHMENTS IFTHEY 1. Unplug cord from wall outlet. DO NOT ARE WET= drip water on cleaner. 2. Clean exterior using a clean, soft cloth CAUTION that has been dipped in a solution of mild 1,11 liquid detergent and water, then wrung dry. Wipe dry after cleaning.
- Page 16 2. Slightly push wARNING ......the exhaust filter Exhaust cartridge to the Fire andlor Electrical Shock Hazard side, as shown in the illustration, Do not operate with a clogged exhaust filter or without the exhaust and pull up to filter or exhaust filter cover installed. remove.
- Page 17 Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet. 7. Slide end caps off to check and Check and remove hair, string and lint build- clean end cap up frequently in the POWER-MATE areas. See agitator and end cap areas, If build-up AGITATOR becomes excessive, disconnect POWER- ASSEMBLY for MATE from wand and follow the steps...
- Page 18 7. Tilt cover to 5. Line up front of back. Press cover cover and firmly until side base° Rest and rear tabs snap cover on into place, Turn POWER-MATE front edge of base as upside down and shown. replace two (2) cover screws, 6, NOTE: dirt sensor mod-...
- Page 19 TO REPLACE AGITATOR II,, WARNING ASSEMBLY: 1. Remove POWER-MATE cover, agitator Electrical Shock Or Personal Injury cover, belt and agitator assembly. See 'qb Hazard remove belt" in BELT CHANGING AND Disconnect electrical supply before AGITATOR CLEANING. servicing or cleaning the unit. 2.
- Page 20 Switch not in CARPET position Move switch to CARPET peslt_on,' '(page 8) ..sensor lights. 2. No power to sensor beard. 2. Take to your nearest Sears Service Csntar. Etectronlc/Mechantoa! 1. Full or dogged dust bag I. Change bag, (page 14). 2o Dirty fillers, Bag/Hose Check Indicator 2.
- Page 21 (U.S.A. and Canada) www.sears.com www.sears,ca For repair of carry-in products like vacuums, lawn equipment, electronics, call for the nearest Sears Parts and Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 Anytime, day or night (U,S_A. only) www.sears.oom For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals...