Kenmore 116.20512 Owner's Manual

Kenmore vacuum cleaner user manual

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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, 1L60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.com
Part No. CO1ZAXV30U_O-8175162
Printed in U.SoA.

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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, 1L60179 U.S.A. www.sears.com Part No. CO1ZAXV30U_O-8175162 Printed in U.SoA.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    You will need the complete modet and serial numbers when requesting um'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 No.
  • Page 3: Use

    Do not put any objects into openings. SAVE THESE Proper assembly and safe use of your vacuum cleaner are your responsibilities. Your cleaner is intended only for household use. Read this Owner's Manual carefulfy for important use and safety information_ This guide contains safety statements under warning and caution symbols.
  • Page 4 Review these before using your cleaner, Upper Wand Wand Swivel Belt In UoS, #20-5285 In Canada #40110 Wand Quick Release Pedal (Some Models) Power.Mate Model/Serial Numbers (On Bottom)
  • Page 5 HOSE 3.Way On/Off Switch Off/Floor/Carpet (Some Models) _Handle Hose Swivel CANISTER A ttachment Storage Canister PeFfOrmance Indicator (Some Models) Hood Release Holder ATTACHMENTS Crevice Tool Brush Combination Brush --------_ Floor Handi-Mate (Some HOTE: All models have one set of attachments models have an additional which can be kept in the accessory Dag for garage use,...
  • 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 your new Kenmore vacuum. WANDS Slide wands together until wand button snaps into place.
  • Page 7 CANISTER 1, Open the canister hood, 2. Check to see that the dust bag is proper- ly installed, See BAG CHANGING 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...
  • Page 8: How To Start

    NOTE: To reduce the risk of electric shock, this vacuum cleaner has a polarized one blade is wider than the other. This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does net fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug.
  • Page 9 For best deep down cleaning, use the XLO setting.. However, you may need to raise the height to make some jobs easier, such as scatter rugs and some deep pile carpets, and to prevent the vacuum cleaner from shutting off Suggested settings are: Suction...
  • Page 10: Attachments

    ATTACHMENTS ON HANDLE NOTE: If the Power-Mate _ is attached, cleaner off before removing handle from wands. 1. Press lock button, then pull to remove han- die from wand Upper If your model has the optionai feature of a handie release, press it in similarly 2.
  • Page 11: How Your Vacuum Works

    WARNING Personal Injury Hazard Always unplug the vacuum cleaner before cleaning the brush area as brush may suddenly restart, to do so can result in personal injury.
  • Page 12: Bag Changing

    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..
  • Page 13: Motor Safety Filter Changing

    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.
  • Page 14: Exhaust Filter Changing

    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, EXHAUST FILTER ELECTROSTATIC The electrostatic filter must be replaced when dirty. Reptace the filter when the entire surface area is covered evenly..
  • Page 15: Power-Mate

    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 NOTE: See PARTS AND FEATURES for Bulb number_...
  • Page 16: Light Bulb Changing

    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 cover tabs on both sides and twist to release tabs, 4.
  • Page 17 WARNING Electrical Shock Or Personal 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 are worn to the level of the base support bars, -- When brushes replace the...
  • Page 18 Reviewthis chartto finddo-it-yourself solutions for minorperformance problems. Any service needed,otherthanthosedescribedinthis owner'smanual, s houldbe performed by a Sears authorized servicerepresentative. WARNING ... | ... Disconnect electrical supply before servlclng or cleaning the unit. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal Injury. Cleaner won't start Unplugged st wall outlet Tripped circuit breaker/blownfuse...
  • Page 19 repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! 1-800-4-MY-HOME (1-800-469-4663) www.sears.com For re pair of carry-in products electronics, call for the nearest Sears Parts and Repair 1-800-468-1222 Anytime, day or night (UoS.A_only) www.sears.com For the replacement parts, accessories...

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