Your safety is important to us, To reduce to persons or damage when using your 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 attachments.

To reduce the risk of electrical shock - Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.

Disconnect electrical supply before any servicing or cleaning. Failure to do so

could result in electrical shock or person- al injury

Always turn cleaner off before unplug- ging.

Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord??

Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If cleaner is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors,

or dropped into water, return it to a Sears Service Center.

Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close door on cord, or pull

cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run cleaner over cord, Keep cord away from heated surfaces,

Do not leave cleaner when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.

Do not allow to be used as a toy, Close

attention is necessary when used by or near children.

Do not handle plug or cleaner with wet hands.

the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury

vacuum cleaner, follow basic safety pre-

Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair and anything that may reduce air flown

Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.

Do not use cleaner without dust bin and/or filters in place,

Always clean the dust bin after vacuum- ing carpet cleaners or freshener, pow- ders and fine dust. These products clog the filters, reduce airflow and can cause damage to the cleaner. Failure to clean the dust bin could cause permanent damage to the cleaner.

Do not use the cleaner to pick up sharp hard objects, small toys, pins, paper

clips, etc, They may damage the cleaner or dust bin.

Do not pick up anything that is burning

or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes??

Do not use cleaner to pick up flammable or combustible liquids (gasoline, cleaning fluids, perfumes, etc.), or use in areas where they may be present. The fumes from these substances can create a fire hazard or explosion.

Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. Do not put on chairs, tables, etc. Keep on floor.

You are responsible for making sure that your vacuum cleaner is not used by any- one unable to operate it properly.

Selector Window

It is important to know your vacuum cleaner's parts and features to assure its proper and safe use, Review these before using your cleanerr

Power

Lower

Hook

Combination.

Brush

Latch

Dust Bin

Nozzle

i

Protector

BONUS HOSE KITS

Bonus Hose

Electrical Shock Hazard

Do not plug into the electrical sup- ply until the assembly is complete?? Failure to do so could result in elec- trical 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??

Remove shipping tape from dust bin latch, and belt cover_

HANDLE ASSEMBLY

Remove the two (2) handle screws located in the body

Position the handle as shown in the illustra-

Handle

Screw

t

CAUTION

Do not overtightem

Overtightening could strip the screw holes,

Do not operate the cleaner with-

out the screws in place.

CORD ASSEMBLY

Make sure the quick release upper cord hook is in the upright position. Remove the wire tie from the power cord,

Make sure the power cord is placed into the lock- ing notch on the body as shown, This

helps keep the

power cord out from Power under the vacuum

cleaner agitator,

Quick Release

Lower

Hook

EXTENSION HOSE ASSEMBLY

Connect extension hose to the valve assem- bly by aligning "J" slot with raised tab on valve assembly,, Push downward and rotate clockwise to lock in place.

Place the crevice tool in the rectangular slot on back of wand holder,

Connect extension hose to telescopic wand by aligning "J" slot with raised tab on wand. Push hose downward and rotate clockwise to lock in placer

Once extension hose is connected to the telescopic wand, place the wand in the tele- scopic location as shown.

For use of telescopic wand and extension hose see ATTACHMENTS section on page 9

Remove the Handi-Mate Jro ?? from the plas- tic bag and insert Handi-Mate Jr, ?? into the- vacuum cleaner as shown, then close the Handi-Mate Jr. ?? storage cover??

Wand

LocaHon

Hand#Mete Jr.??

HandI.Mata Jr.??

Storage Cover

Qulck Release Turn the quick per Cord release upper

This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the

k

cord hook to either side and down to

release the

power cord.

outiet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified technician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way,.

Plug the polarized power cord into a 120 Volt outlet located near the floor,

Release the power cord plug from the power cord and pull the cord off the quick release upper cord hook. Check to be sure the power cord is still locked into the locking notch in the quick release upper cord hook.

Note: To reduce the risk of electric shock, this vacuum cleaner has a polarized plug, one blade is wider than the other,

Personal Injury and Product

Damage Hazard

DO NOT plug in if switch is in the ON position. Personal injury or damage could result.

??? DO NOT use outlets above coun- ters, Damage from cord to items in surrounding area could occur.

You may need to raise the height to make some jobs easier, such as scatter rugs and longer pile carpets Suggested settings are:

HIGH: shag carpet, long pile, plush, scatter rugs.

MED: medium to long pile.

LOW: short to medium pile.

EX LOW: very low pile and bare floors.

Note: When the pile height selection is set to EX LOW the pull forces will be stronger at the agitator, If the push/pull forces are to aggressive or jerky a higher setting should be used,

WARNING

Personal Injury Hazard

To avoid personal injury, DO NOT place hands or feet underneath the unit when changing height setting.

HANDLE MOUNTED

To start the vacuum cleaner, slide the ON/OFF switch from the OFF position to the ON position. To stop the vacuum cleaner, slide the switch to the OFF position.

Release the handle by pressing down on the handle release pedal with your foot and pulling back and down on the handle with your hand_

The Carpet/Bare Floor selector should be placed in BARE FLOOR position when using cleaner on bare floors and when using tools. When the selector is in the BARE FLOOR position the agitators do not rotate.

The Selector should be placed in CARPET position when using cleaner on carpeted floors.

To operate selector, place cleaner in upright position?? Rotate the Carpet-Bare Floor selector to the rear for BARE

FLOOR position,

To resume carpet cleaning rotate selector forward to CARPET position

I_J l _._.'_ Selector

Carpet

Carpet/Bare Floor

Selector

HandI.MataJr,??

CombinationExtension

Brush'__h_,_i_=_]/Telescoplc

/Wand

Identify each of the attachments shown above,

Remove the upper end of the hose that is attached to the telescopic wand by grasping the hose collar, twisting and pulling straight out. The attachments can now be added to the hose.

Note: The motor protector may open when using attachments or when cleaning new carpet, due to reduced airflow by the attachments themselves or by new carpet fuzz filling the dust bin quickly. See the TROUBLESHOOTING section.

Note: When using attachments make sure the cleaner is in the upright position and the Carpet/Bare Floor selector is in the Bare Floor position.

Electrical Shock And Personal Injury

Hazard

Disconnect electrical supply before

servicing or cleaning the unit, Failure to do so could result in electrical

shock or personal injury from cleaner suddenly starting,

TELESCOPING WAND WITH

SUCTION CONTROL SLIDE

Remove the

telescoping wand from

its storage

/Telescopic Wand position ...........

by twist.............

ing and _

On the telescopic wand turn the lockingring clockwise to the UNLOCK position.

Suction

Wand _

Upper

Wand

Extend the wand to its futl length. Turn the locking ring counter-clockwise to the LOCK position?? Attach the extension wand onto the open end of the hose.

Remove the crevice tool from its storage

position on the wand holder Attach crevice tool to the extension wand??

CAUTION

When using attachments, be careful not to overextend the stretch hose

when reaching. Trying to reach beyond the hose stretch capability could cause the cleaner to tip over..

Tool

Telescopic Wand

Suction

Control

Raised

Tab

Handi-Mate Jr.??

For operation of Handi-Mate Jr.?? see separate owners manual l

TO STORE ATTACHMENTS

Remove combination brush from wand, hose or crevice tool. Snap into appropriate storage location

To achieve maximum reach with the attach- ments, add the crevice tool to the end of the wand by inserting and twisting slightly??

TO OPERATE SUCTION

CONTROL SLIDE

When using attachments for cleaning draperies, small rugs with low pile and other delicate items, twist the suction control slide to the open position. This will reduce suction for ease of cleaning.

Comblnatlo, [/

Brush

Extension

Wand

Crevice

Tool

The slide is located on the telescoping wand, close to the hose.

If cleaner has poor cleaning performance, check to make sure the suction control slide is closed??

Remove crevice tool from the wand by twist- ing. Place in wand holder.

Unlock the wand by turning the wand lock- ing ring to the UNLOCK position.

Slide the lower wand into the upper wand. Turn the wand locking ring to the LOCK position,

Reinsert the extension hose and telescopic wand firmly into wand holder.

Reinsert Handi-

Mate Jr,?? into HandI.Mate Jr.?? the vacuum

cleaner as shown then close the Handi- Mate ,Jr.?? stor- age cover.

HandI.Male Jr.??

Storage Cover

BONUS HOSE

hsert the two tabs on the end of the

extension hose into the two "J" shaped slots on the unit hose and twist to connect,

All attachments and the telescoping wand

can be attached to the open end of the hose.

ATTACHMENT

Furniture*

CREVICE TOOL _X

COMBINATION BRUSH

X

Handi-Mate Jr2

X *Always clean attachments before using on fabrics.

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_

Stairs

Put handle in full upright position?? Place pile height adjustment to HIGH when using attachments to prevent possible floor dam- age. Use the crevice tool or combo brush.

Note: When using attachments make sure the cleaner is in the upright position and the Carpet/Bare Floor selector is in the Bare Floor position,

Personal Injury Hazard

Do not place cleaner on stairs. If it falls, personal injury or property dam,- age could result.

i

When using the extension hose or

with the bonus hose attached, the cleaner should be on a solid surface on the same level or below the level of the user's feet, DO NOT use the hoses when the cleaner is above the level of the user's feet,

For best cleaning results, keep the airflow passage clear.

Occasionally, check each of the areas indi,- cated for c!ogs. (see page 18)

MOTOR PROTECTOR

This vacuum has a motor protector by- pass valve which automatically opens to provide cooling air to the motor when a clog prevents the normal flow of air to the motor. If the by-pass valve opens to prevent motor overheating and possible damage to the vacuum, you will notice a change of sound as air rushes through the valve opening.

Note: Do not

block motor

protector,

Motor

Protector

To correct problem: See the TROUBLE- SHOOTING chart.

Note: The motor protector may open when using attachments or when cleaning new carpet, due to reduced airflow by the

attachments themselves or by new carpet

fuzz filling the dust bin quickly. See the

TROUBLESHOOTING section.

THERMAL PROTECTOR

This vacuum has a thermal protector which automatically trips to protect the vacuum from overheating. The thermal protector turns the motor off automatically to allow the motor to cool in order to prevent possible damage to the vacuum,

To reset: Turn off and unplug the vacuum from the outlet to allow the vacuum to cool

Check for and remove any clogs, Also check and replace any clogged filters, Wait approximately 30 minutes and plug the vacuum in and turn back on to see if the thermal protector has reset. In some

cases, the unit may suddenly restart. DO NOT leave unattended.

When the unit is

blocked, if that occurs, check the dust bin, clean/replace clogged filters, and check other possible clog locations shown in CLOG REMOVAL (see page 18).

To correct problem: See the TROUBLE- SHOOTING chart.

Note: The light may also come on when using attachments, due to reduced airflow through the attachment.

Note: In some cases, the performance indicator light may not come on if the motor protector has opened.

DIRT SENSOR

The electronic dirt sensor is a feature which

will detect particles as they pass through the vacuum cleanen

The dirt sensor indicators and sensor sensitivity switch are located on the front of the switch cover,

the cteanen

OPERATION

As you vacuum, the red indicator light will come on and stay on as long as the sensor detects a high concentration of particles passing through the cleaner.

The green light indicatesthat most of the cleaning is complete_

The sensor switch allows you to select the sensitivity of the dirt sensor_ The switch can be set to HI (+) or LO (-) sensitivity.

Set the sensor switch to the H1(+) position when:

???Cleaning bare floors,

???Cleaning carpet with low pile heighL

Set the sensor switch to the LO (-) position when:

???Cleaning heavily soiled areas_

???Cleaning carpet with deep pile.

???Cleaning new carpets.

TO CLEAN DIRT SENSOR OPTICS

The dirt sensor optics consist of two optic cells located inside the valve assembly. Occasionally, it may become necessary to clean the two optic cells to assure maximum performance Clean optic cells:

, When the red light stays on continuously.

???When the green tight stays on continuously.

???When dirt or dust adheres to the optic ceils.

???Whenever the dust cup is cleaned.

\9

Hose

Deep Cleaning

Nozzle Hose

Valve

Assembly

Even with the sensor switch in the LO (-) position, the dirt sensor will detect carpet fuzz, especially on new carpet, which

may cause the red light to remain on longer than expected.

Ssrleor

Sensitivity ,_

Swltch_

Llft Hem

To clean the sensor, remove deep cleaning nozzle hose at valve assembly by lifting hose straight up_ Remove extension hose from the valve assembly by grasping hose collar, twisting, and pulling straight off.

WARNING

Electrical Shock And Personal Injury

Hazard

Disconnect electrical supply before

servicing or cleaning the unit. Failure to do so could result in electrical

shock or personal injury from cleaner suddenly starting.

Lay cleaner back by pressing the handle release pedal (see Releasing the Handle page 8)_

With the hoses removed you can insert a cloth into the valve opening.

Wipe the optic ceils with a soft, dry cloth..

than normal??

Return cleaner to the upright position. Re- attach nozzle hose and extension hose.

VACUUM CLEANER CARE

Always follow all safety precautions when cleaning and servicing the vacuum cleaner.

Gather the cord and wrap it loosely around the upper and lower cord hooks.

Store the cleaner in a dry, indoor area, on the floor with the handle locked in the upright

position,

Unplug cord from wall outlet,

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 DO NOT drip water on cleaner.

Wash attachments in warm soapy water,

rinse and air dry. Do not clean in dish- washer.

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.

Electrical Shock And Personal Injury

Hazard

Wrapping the cord too tightly puts stress on the cord and can cause

cord damage. A damaged cord is an electrical shock hazard and could

cause personal injury or damage.

Do not use attachments if they are wet, Attachments used in dirty areas, such as under a refrigerator, should not be used on other surfaces until

they are washed.They could leave marks.

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Always empty the dust bin when dirt level reaches the "MAXIMUM FILU' line.

TO REMOVE DUST BIN

WARNING

Electrical Shock And Personal Injury

Hazard

Always unplug power cord from elec,

trical outlet before performing any

service on vacuum.

Dust Bin

Raise Latch the dust

bin

latch_ Dust Bin

Grasp

the handle locat- ed at the

side,Lift up and out to remove

dust bin from cteaner_

Remove

any clogs Filter

that might Screen-----

be

the dust bin

portlocatedor thein (_ filter screen.

CAUTION

Do not use dust bin handle to carry unit,

Do not carry dust bin by dust bin lid,

Every time dust Cleanlng bin is removed, Knob

rotate cleaning knob on top of dust bin until fil- ter is clean to maintain clean- ing performance,

TO EMPTY DUST CUP

Hold dust bin over a trash container. Lift dust bin lid directly off the dust cup.

Dustq

Pour dust cup contents into a trash container.

TO CLEAN FILTER

See Filter Changing/Cleaning page 17

Filter

Electrical Shock Hazard

Unplug power cord from electrical outlet, Do not operate the cleaner without the primary or exhaust filters_ Be sure the filters are properly

installed to prevent motor failure and/or electrica! shock,

PRIMARY FILTER

Check primary filter frequently and clean

when dirty.

TO REMOVE PRIMARY FILTER

Remove the dust bin and dust bin lid

assembly as outlined in the DUST BIN CLEANING section??

The exhaust filter must be replaced when dirty. It should be replaced regularly depending on use conditions.

The filter CANNOT be washed as it will lose its dust trapping ability,

Note: See PARTS AND FEATURES for the exhaust filter number.

Remove filter cover by pulling out at the top of the exhaust filter cover,,

Exhaust

Filter

While holding

primary filter over a trash con-

tainer grasp fil- ter, rotate and lift

Cleaning Cam

Slot

Filter

Locking Tab

Filter Cover

Here

Clean primary filter by gently tapping over a trash container,,Tap on several sides to ensure best cleaning_ Rinse with water only as needed, do not use any detergent or soap. Allow the filter to dry for 24 hours before putting it back into the vacuum_

When cleaning the filter no longer restores vacuum suction to full power you need to replace the filter,

TO REPLACE PRIMARY FILTER

Tabs

Push only on filter cartridge frame, not on filter material itseE

Foam

Exhaust

Filter Seal

cover.

Note: Under normal use and care, your fil- ter can be expected to last up to 5 years.

Re-assemble dust bin lid to dust bin. Insert

into cleaner and secure with dust bin latch. 17

The foam seal of the filter should be placed against the vacuum cleaner body

Replace the exhaust filter cover by placing bottom tabs in slots and pushing in until cover snaps into place

Always follow all safety precautions when cleaning and servicing the vacuum cleaner.

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.

If the cleaner does not seem to have ade- quate suction, first check if the dust bin is full or if a filter is clogged, See DUST BIN CLEANING and FILTER CHANGING??

If the dust bin and filter areas are free of clogs, check the hose area?? Remove exten- sion hose from the valve assembly by grasping the hose collar, twisting, and pulling straight off.

Remove dust bin and check dust bin port

and secondary screen for clogs. If the dust bin and filter areas and the hose areas are

free of clogs, check the nozzle area. To check this area, see the section on AGITA-

TOR CLEANING.

Secondary

Dust Bin

Port

Return the cleaner to the upright position before plugging into an electrical outlet.

\ H??s??!II

DeepClea,,l,,g' J

Visually inspect the hose and the base area into which the hose is connected.

Remove any visible clog.

Re*connect the extension hose to the valve assembly. Plug in the vacuum and turn it on. Stretch the hose to maximum length and then allow the hose to return to its storage length,

Turn the unit off and unplug the unit.

Personal Injury Hazard

DO NOT place hands or feet under- neath the unit at any time, The agita-

tor will be revolving rapidly when the vacuum is turned on and is in

the carpet setting,

iii

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 REMOVE LIGHT BULB

Disconnect power cord from electrical out- let. Lower handle to lay vacuum flat,

Flat

Pry out light

Headfightlens at slots

CAUTION

Do not use a bulb rated over 9W

(13V). During extended use, heat from the bulb could overheat surrounding plastic parts.

Electrical Shock Or Personal Injury

Hazard

Disconnect electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the unit. Failure to do so could result in electrical

shock or personal injury from clean- er or agitator suddenly starting,

Remove the light bulb by pulling straight out.

To replace the light bulb care- fully insert securely into slot.

Replace lens cover by inserting bottom tab of lens into slot then applying pressure to top tabs with a screwdriver. A "popping" sound indicates lens is snapped properly in place,

Note: See PARTS AND FEATURES for bulb number.

To clean agitator turn vacuum over, cut off

any carpet pile and lint entangled around agitator with a pair of scissors in the slots

provided, Remove hair, string, lint and other debris from the agitator,

The valve assembly will be closed when the cleaner is in the upright position?? When you release the handle for normal operation the valve opens to allow air to pass for normal deep cleaning. This valve will sometimes become dirty and may need routine cleaning.

To clean the valve you must first remove the deep cleaning nozzle hose to gain access to the valve. Once the hose is

removed, wipe the surface of the valve.

Release the handle (see Handle Release section, page 8) and lay cleaner back,

With the cleaner in the back position the the valve is open. Wipe the inside with a soft cloth to remove any dirt or residue,

Return cleaner to the upright position. Re- attach nozzle hose and extension hose??

Hose

Deep Cleaning _

Nozzle Hose

Valve

Assembly

Ll_Here

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.

Replace belt whenever a burning rubber smell caused by excessive slippage occurs??

CAUTION

BELT AND MOTOR SHAFT

MAY BE HOT!

Make sure the vacuum has complete- ly cooled prior to replacing belt.

To remove the belt cover, depress the tab and lift off. Remove worn or broken belt.

Place CARPET/FLOOR selector in the BARE FLOOR position,

Loop new belt around the motor shaft. Hold the inside of the belt

against the top of

the large pulley and rotate the

pulley cloc .kwise until the belt is

completely on the pulley.

Note: See PARTS AND FEATURES for belt number_

Rotate the pulley and the motor shaft to ensure that belt is not twisted or pinched??

Tab

Large

PulleyBelt

Reinstall belt cover and securely snap into place.

DO NOT operate cleaner without belt cover in place,

Cleaner won't run,

Poor job of dirt ptck-up.

Cleaner picks up moveable rugs or pushes too hard.

Light won'twork.

Performance indicator is

red,

Air flow restricted with attachment use.

Sound changes.

Dirt Sensor, some models, wtll not work??

1?? Unplugged at wall oullet

2.Tripped ctrcuil breaker/blown fuse at household service panel

% Full or clogged dust bin

2.Wrong pile height setting

3.Worn agilalors

4.Clogged nozzle.

5.Clogged hose

6o Hole in hose

7_ Hose not inserted fully

8. Motor protection system activated. 9, Dirty filters.

t0, Suction control slide open 11, Broken or worn beit

I. Wrongpile height setting,

1. Burned out light bulb

1,, Full or clogged dust bin,

2, Dirty filters

3, Clogged airflow passage

4. Certain altachment tools,

1.Attachment use restricts air flow

2.New carpet fuzz clogged air path

1. Dirty optic cells

I.Ptug tn firmly, push ON/Off swilch to ON,.

2o Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse??

1, Empty dust bin,, (page 15)

2o Adjust setting, (page 7).

3_ Take to your nearest Sears Service Center,

4_ Check CLOG REMOVAL, (page tB)

5_ Check for clogs, (page 18)

6_ Take to your nearest Sears

Service Center

7. Check hose connection

B?? Check for clogs, (page 18) 9, Change filters, (page 17) 10?? Close slide (page 10), 11o Replace belt (page 20).

1. Adjust setting, (page 7)

I. Change lightbulb, (page I9),

t_ Empty dust bin, (page 15) 2o Change filters, (page 17),

3.Clear clog from airflow passage, (page 18)

4.This is normal Light should go off when tool is removed.

Check ATTACHMENTS, (page 9)

2_ Chock CLOG REMOVAL and clean hose, (page 18)

1. Clean optic ceils, (page 13)