Kenmore A15vameZsBL Intuition Bagged Upright Vacuum Lift Up Carpet Cleaner User Guide

Kenmore A15vameZsBL Intuition Bagged Upright Vacuum Lift Up Carpet

BEFORE USING YOUR NEW VACUUM CLEANER
Read this Use & Care Guide. It will help you assemble and operate your new Kenmore vacuum cleaner in the safest and most effective way.
For more information about vacuum cleaner care and operation, call the Vacuum Cleaner Help line at 1-844-608-3080 (US)/ 1-844-608-3081 (CA). You will need the complete model and serial numbers when requesting informatioo.
Your vacuum cleaner’s model and serial numbers are located on the Model and Serial Number Plate. Use the space below to record the model number and selial number of your new Kenmore vacuum cleaner.

• Model No.
• Serial No.—————–
• Date of Purchase __ _

Keep this book and your sales check (receipt) in a safe place for future reference.

PACKING LIST
Your KENMORE INTUITION “‘ BAGGED UPRIGHT VACUUM CLEANER is packaged with the following parts and components assembled separately in the canon

• 1 Upright Vacuum Cleaner 1 Handle
• 1 Wand
• 1 Crevice Tool
• 1 Flexible Hose
• 1 Upholstery Tool
• 1 Pet HandiMate”
• 1 Deluxe Dusting Brush
• 6 Dust Bags (one dust bag ls pre-installed in the vacuum)
• 1 Use & Care Guide

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read all instructi011s in this guide before assembling or using your vacuum cleaner.

WARNING!
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 precautions including the following

• Use your vacuum cleaner only as described in this Use & Care Guide. Use only Vinh manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
• Disconnect electrical supply before servicing or cleaning out the brush roll area. Failure to do so could result in the brush roll unexpectedly starting, causing personal injury from moving parts.
• Do not leave vacuum cleaner when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before perfuming maintenance.
• To reduce the risk of electrical shock – Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
• Do not use with a damaged cord or plug. If vacuum cleaner is not working as it
• should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped in water, immediately discontinue use and call 1-844-608-3080 (US) / 1-844-608-3081 (CA) for assistance.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run vacuum cleaner over cord. Keep cord away from heated surface$.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
• 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 flow.

• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
• Tum off all controls before unplugging.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Do not put 011 chairs, tables, etc. Keep on floor.
• Do not use vacuum cleaner to pick up flammable or combustible liquids (gasoline, cleaning fluid, perfumes, etc.), or use in areas where they may be present The fumes from these substances can create a fire hazard or explosion.
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
• Do not use vacuum cleaner without dust cup and/or filters in place •
• Always replace the dust bag after vacuuming carpet cleaners or freshener, powders, and fine dust These products clog the filters, reduce airflow and can cause damage to the vacuum cleaner. Failure to replace the dust bag could cause permanent damage to the vacuum cleaner.
• Do not use the vacuum cleaner to pick up sharp hard objects, small toys, pins, paper clips, etc. They may damage the vacuum cleaner or dust bag.
• You are responsible for making sure that your vacuum cleaner is not used by anyone unable to operate it properly.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Proper assembly and safe use of your vaC1Jum cleaner are your responsibilities. Your vaet1um cleaner is intended for Household use. Read this Use & Care Guide carefully for important use and safety information. This guide contains safety statements under warning and caution symbols.

VACUUM CLEANER WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY

• FOR FIVE YEARS from the date of sale this product is warranted against defects in material or workmanship.
• WITH PROOF OF SALE a defective product will be replaced free of charge.
• The Kenmore brand is used under license. Direct all claims for warranty service to: 1-844-608-3080 (U SJ / 1-844-608-3081 (CA).
• This warranty does not cover filters or belts, whicll are expendable parts that can wear out from normal use within the warranty period.
• This warranty is void if this product is ever used for other than private house hold purposes. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
• Cleva North America, Inc., Greenville SC 29607

PARTS AND FEAlURES
It is important to know your vacuum cleaner’s parts and features to assure its proper and safe use. Review these before using your vacuuin cleaner.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

To order a replacement part, call 1-844-608-3080 (US) I 1-844-608-3081 (CA).

PARTS AND FEATURES

Please pay special attention to these hazard alert boxes, and follow any instructions given. WARNING statements alert you to such hazards as fire, electric shoclt, bums and personal injury. CAUTION statements alert you to such hazards as personal injury and/or property damage.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Before assembling the vacuum cleaner, check the PACKING UST (page 2). Use this list to verify that you have received all the components of your new Kenmore Intuition* Bagged Upright Vacuum Cleaner.

1. To place the body onto the nozzle, carry the body over the nozzle and align the nozzle neck with the guides in the body and slowly drop into place until a ‘click’ it heard.
2. Insert the handle into wand until you hear a ‘click’.
3. locate the wand parallel with the body; make sure the protrusion is under upper slot as shown. Then push the wand to fit the body and then insert downward into the nozzle neck. Make sure the protrusion I is locked into upper slot and protrusion II into lower slot A ‘click’ can be heard once you finish the wand assembly.
   • NO TE : DO NOT tilt the wand to insert it into the nozzle neck.
   • DO NOT insert the wand before placing the body onto the nozzle.
4. Insert the hose into body until you hear a ‘click’.
5. Make sure the upper and lower cord hooks are in the proper position as silown. Wrap the power cord loosely around the upper and lower cord hooks.
   • NO TE : Make sure to wrap the power cord around the upper cord hook firs? and then around the lower cord hook to avoid damaging the power cord.
6. lock power cord plug onto the power cord.

WARNING
Electrical Shock and Personal Injury Hazard.
Wrapping the cord too tightly with excessive stress on the cord may cause cord damage. A damaged cord is an electrical sick hazers asci could cause personal injury or damage •

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION
Moving Parts! To reduce the risk of personal injury, 00 NOT touch the brush roll when vacuum is on. Contacting the brush roll while it is rotating can cut, bruise or cause other injuries. Always turn off after operation. Use caution when operating near children or pets.

POWER CORD – RELEASE & USE

1. Tum the upper cord hook to either side and down to release the power cord.

   • WARNING
   • To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse !he plug. If it stiff does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet Do not change the plug in any way.

2. Detach the power cord plug from the power cord.

3. Be sure the power cord is locked into the upper locking notch as shown. This will help manage the power cord when operating the vacuum cleaner.

4. Plug the power cord plug into an outlet located near the floor.
   WARNING
   Personal Injury and Product Damage Hazard

   • When any abnormality/failure occurs, stop using the product immediately and disconnect the power plug.
     DO NOT use outlets above counters. Damage from cord to items in surrounding area could occur.

5. Press the On/Off button to turn the vacuum cleaner on.

6. Once you have completed vacuuming, press the On/Off button; unplug the power cord plug from the outlet

7. To restore power cord after use, turn upper cord hook to tile upright position. Then wrap cord loosely around cord hooks.

   • WARNING
   • Electrical Shock and Personal Injury Hazard
   • Wrapping the cord too tightly Uts stress on the cord and can cause coral P. damage.
   • A damaged cord is an electrical shola hazard and could cause personals injury or damage.

OPERATION MODES

UPRIGHT MODE

NOTE : Make sure the vacuum cleaner is completely assembled. Do not operate vacuum cleaner without dust bag in place.

1. Release the handle by placing foot on the nozzle and pull back to g change handle position.
2. Tum on the vacuum cleaner by pressing the On I Ott button for cleaning bare floor. NOTE : Your vacuum cleaner has two cleaning modes: one dedicated for bare floor and one for carpets. The vacuum turns on in carpet cleaning mode, which means the brushroll is spinning. To switch to bare floor mode, simply press the Brushroll On/ Off button to tum the brushroll off. We do not recommend vacuuming with the brushroll on when cleaning bare floors as this may damage your floor.
3. Press the Brush roll On/Off button for cleaning carpets.
4. Once the vacuum is on, operate the vacuum cleaner by tilting the wand back towards you and toe nozzle is flush with floor surface. ****
   • NOTE: The brush roll rotates when the vacuum cleaner is in this position.
   • NOTE: Brushroll does not rotate in either mode when handle is in fully upright position.
   • CAUTION
   • Do not allow the vacuum cleaner to remain in one spot for any lenqth of time when-the brushroll is turning. Damage to carpet may occur.
5. Once you have completed vaCtJuming, press the On/Off button again and unplug the power cord from the power outlet
   • NO TE : If the brush roll is turned on, first press the Brushroll On/Off button to stop the brushroll, and then press the On/Off button to tum off the va.CtJum.

BAG Fill LEVR INDICATOR
As the dust bag fills with dirt and debris, an indicator near the wand can be used to estimate the level of bag fill. Once all LEDs are illuminated red, the bag should be replaced. See pa’ge 19-20 for the dust bag replacement instructions.

filling. Replace the bag when all LED lights begin to illuminated continuously.
left}, green continuous
Two LED lights,orange
continuous
Three LEDlights,
orange confinuous
Four LED lights,red
continuous

CAUTION
rtat’e sure the dust bag is replaced wh?n all LED lights be?in to illuminate red continuously. If no the LED lights will flash red. If the re flashing remains after replacing the dust bag, check and clean the air path as it is brocked.
Bag Fill Level

BRUSH Roll STATUS INDICATOR

vacuum, and remove any blockages in the nozzle,
No LED  lights| The brusher Uis off,

ABOVE FLOOR MODE

1. Place the vacuum cleaner in the upright locked position.
2. Press the wand release button and lift up the wand for above floor cleaning.
3. Choose the desired attachments and insert it into the and.
4. Tum on the vacuum cleaner by pressing the On I Off Button.
5. Once you have completed vacuuming, press the On/Off button again and unplug the power cord from the power outlet
6. NO TE : The attachments also can insert directly into the handle for above floor cleaning.

CAUTION
When using attachments be careful not to over extend the stretch hose when reaching. Trying to reach beyond the hose stretch capabil!ty couf!d cause the vacuum cleaner to hp over.

CAUTION
DO NOT pull the vacuum cleaner around the room by the hose. Property damage or personal injury could result

LIFT UP MODE

1. Place the vacuum cleaner in the upright locked position •
2. Press lift-up button and lift up the body for portable carry.
3. Press the wand release button and lift up the wand for cleaning stairs or other hard to reach places.
   • NO TE : Make sure the power cord is released from the cord hooks before lifting up the wand.
4. Choose the desired attachments and insert it into the wand.
5. Tum on the vacuum cleaner by pressing the On I Off Button.
6. Once you have completed vacuuming, press the On/Off button again and unplug the power cord from the power outlet
   • NOTE : The attachments also can insert directly into the handle.

CAUTION
When using attachments be careful not to over extend the stretch hose when reaching. Trying to reach b?yond the hose stretch capabil[ty coufd cause the vacuum cleaner to tip over.

CAUTION
NOT pull the vacuum cleaner around the room by the hose. Property damage or personal injury could result

ATTACHMENTS

All included accessory tools can be inserted into either the handle or the wand. ****

Deluxe DUSTING BRUSH

• Slide .the collar of the brush into the open end of the hose or wand.
• Use deluxe dusting brush for cleaning loose surfaces such as drapes, furniture or walls. See ATTACHMENT USE TABlE (page 16).

UPHOLSTERY TOOL
The upholstery tool can be attached to the end of the handle and the wand. Slide the collar of the tool into the open end of the handle or wand.
Use the upholstery tool for cleaning upholstery and fabric surfaces such a? sofas and drapes. See ATTACHMENT USE TABLE (page 16). CREVICE TOOL
Slide the collar of the crevice tool into the open end of the hose or wand.
Use crevice tool for cleaning· in tight spaces such as furniture, between cushions, and stairs. See ATTACHMENT USE TABLE (page 16).

PET HANDIMATE”

• The Pet HandiMate'” can be attached to the end of the handle and the wand.
• Pet HandiMate® pivots for more convenient cleaning.
• Use Pet HandiMate® for cleaning fabric surfaces such as furniture and carpet See ATTACHMENT USE TABLE (page 16).

CAUTION
Use attachments when the vacuum cleaner is upright

ATTACHMENT USE TABLE

• *Always clean attachments before using on fabrics.

PERFORMANCE/Safely FEATURES

THERMAL PROTECTOR
This vacuum cleaner has a thermal protector which automatically trips to protect the vacuum cleaner suction motor. If a clog prevents the normal flow of air to the motor, the thermal protector turns the motor off automatically. This allows the motor to cool in order to prevent possible damage to the vacuum cleaner.
To reset thermal protector: Turn the vacuum cleaner off and unplug the power cord from the outlet to allow the vacuum cleaner to cool and the thermal protectors to reset

CAUTION

• Always return the vacuum cleaner to the upright position before using the hose ana attachments. Failure fo do so may result in overheating of the brushroll motor and can cause the thermal protectors to trip.
• Check for and remove clog?, and replace dust bag if necessary. Also check and clean any clogged filters. Wait approximately 50 minutes before restarting vacuum cleaner.

BY-PASS VALVE

• This vacuum cleaner has a By-Pass Valve which prevents motor overheating and damage. The valve opens to provide cooling air when a clog prevents normal air flow to the vacuum cleaner suction motor. You will notice a change of sound as air rushes through the valve opening.
• To correct the problem: remove any clogs, check and replace filters if needed, check and install new dust bag if rewedded.

NOTE: The By-Pass Valve may open when using attachments or when cleaning new carpet due to reduced airflow or air path is blocked, caused by tile attachments themselves or by new carpet lint filling the dust bag quickly.

HAIR ELIMINATOR?BRUSHROLL
For best performance, the motorized nozzle is equipped with a hair eliminator? brush roll, which prevents build up of hair, string and other debris on the brushroll. To remove any hair wrapped around the brushroll, simply continue vacuuming allowing the brush roll to automatically remove the hair wrap and send it to the dust bag.

CAUTION
Moving arts! To reduce the risk ofpersona rinjury, DO NOT touch the brushroll allen vacuum is on. Contacting the brushroll while it is rotating can cu? bruise or cause other injuries.

BRU SHROLL RESET
The brushroll has built-in protection against motor damage should the brushroll jam. If the brush roll slows down or stops, the brushroll overload protector shuts off the brushroll motor and the brushroll status indicator emits red light The vacuum cleaner suction motor will continue to run.

To solve the problem: Tum off and unplug vacuum cleaner, remove obstruction, then turn on the vacuum cleaner.

NOTE: Once the brush roll motor shuts down, clear jam from brush roll and then restart the vacuum cleaner. tf the problem persists, contact the vacuum cleaner help line for assistance.

SUCTION CONTROL
To assist with push/pull force of the vacuum on surfaces like thick carpe? the suction control valve can be opened to help reduce suction. Note that for best cleaning results, the suction control valve must be fully closed.

• Slide to right to open the suction control and decrease suction. Opening control decreases suction for draperies and lightweight rugs .
• Slide to left to close the suction control and increase suction. Closing control increases suction for upholstery and carpets.

VACUUM Maintenance AND CARE
Always follow all safety precautions when performing maintenance to the vacuum cleaner.

WARNING
Electrical Shock and Personal Injury Hazard
Disconnect electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the vacuum cleaner. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury from vacuum cleaner suddenly starting.

WARNING
The motorized nozzle is equipped with sharp comb teeth inside. DO NOT touch comb teeth when servicing or cleaning the vacuum, or it may cause personal injury.

CLEANING EXTERIOR AND ATTACHMENTS

1. Tum off and unplug vacuum cleaner. DO NOT drip water on vacuum cleaner.
2. To clean exterior, or to reduce static electricity and dust build-up, wipe outer surface with a clean, soft cloth that has been dipped in a solution of mild liquid detergent and water, then wrung dry. Wipe dry after cleaning.
   • NO TE: Wash attachments in warm soapy water, rinse and air dry. Do not clean in dishwasher.

CAUTION
Do not use attachments if they are wet. Attachments used in dirty areas such as under a refry]aerator, should not e used on other surfaces until they are washed. They could leave marks.

VACUUM CLEANER STORAGE

WARNING
Electrical Shock and Personal Injury Hazard
Wrapping the cord too tightly puts stress on the cord and can cause corcl damage. A damaged cord is an electrical shoe? hazard and could cause personal injury or damage.

1. Place the flexible hose and attachments in storage position if necessary (see page 8 & 9).
2. Gather the cord and wrap it loosely around the upper and lower cord hooks. lock plug reamer onto the power cord. See page 9.
3. Store the vacuum cleaner in a dry, indoor area, on the floor with the handle locked in the upright position.

DUST BAG REPLACEMENT

WARNING
Always unplug power cord from elecfical outlet before performing any service on vacuum cleaner.

1. Pull bag chamber cover release handle out and up, hold the cover using the handle.

   • Do not press the dust baNO release TE: button when release bag g chamber cover, or the dust bag will drop down automatically.

2. Tilt the bag chamber as shown. Press Oust Bag Release button and the dust bag drops down automatically.

3. To install a new dust bag, insert the dust bag collar into bracket until you hear a ‘click’, and then rotate bracket down until another ‘click’ can be heard. Tuck the bag into the dust bag chamber. Be sure all sides of the dust oag are flat within the bag chamber.

4. Place the tab on the dust bag chamber cover in the slot on the vacuum cleaner.
   Push tile dust bag chamber cover into place until a ‘click’ is heard.

5. NOTE : Make sure the dust bag is locked into place before pushing the dust bag chamber cover. The dusfbag chamber cover can’t be assembled successfully if dust bag is missing or not installed into place.

FOAM Fil TER CLEANING

WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Unplug power cord from electrical outlet llo not operate the vacuum cleaner without tile foam filter. Be sure the filter is dry and properly installed to prevent motor failure and/or electrical shock.

Clean the foam filter with cold water as needed.

NOTE: When the cleaning of filters no longer restores vacuum cleaner suction to full power, or the filters are worn or broken, replace the filters. To purchase filters, call 1-844-608-3080 (US) / 1-844-608-3081 (CA).
Regularly clean and replace the filters to keep the vacuum’s suction power optimal.

1. Remove the dust bag as outlined in the DU ST BAG REPLACEMENT section (page 19- 20).
2. Remove the foam filter cover and tile foam filter.
3. Wash the filter in warm soapy water, rinse and dry thoroughly by squeezing the excess water out of the filter and allowing to air dry for 24 hours.
   • NO TE: DO NOT operate without foam filter installed.
   • DO NOT wash in the dishwasher.
   • DO NOT install foam filter if damp.
4. Reinstall the foam filter into the foam filter cover and slide it to the slots until it is in place. Press the cover to lock it into place until a ‘click’ can be heard.
   • NOTE : Replace the foam filter if it is worn or broken.
5. Reinstall the dust bag as outlined in the DU ST BAG REPLACEMENT section (page 19- 20).

HEPA MEDIA EXHAUST FILTER CLEANING

It is recommended to clean the HEPA media exhaust filter with cold water every year.

NOTE: When the cleaning of the filter no longer restores vacuum cleaner suction to full power, or the filter is vorn or broken, replace the exhaust filter. To purchase the exhaust filter, call 1-844-608-3080 (U SJ I 1-844-608-3081 (CA).

1. Remove exhaust filter cover by pulling the tab outward at the bottom of the cover.
2. Remove tile HEPA media exhaust filter from vacuum cleaner.
3. Wash with cold water only, DO NOT use detergent or soap. Allow to air dry. Allow parts to dry 24 hours before putting back into vacuum cleaner.
   • NOTE: DO NOT operate without postmature filter installed.
   • DO NOT wash in the dishwasher. DO NOT install the filter if damp.
4. Reinstall the HEPA media exhaust filter into the vacuum cleaner.
5. Insert the exhaust filter cover tabs into the upper slots and lock the exhaust filter cover into place by pressing the release tab under the cover until a click is heard.

NOTE: Make sure the extaust filter cover is properly installed.

PET HANDIMATE® CLEANING

WARNING
Always unplug the power cord from an electrical outlet before performing maintenance to the vacuum cleaner.

Cut off any carpet pile and lint entangled around brushroll with a pair of scissors.

CAUTION
To reduce the risk of injury from moving parts, remove Pet Handmade”‘ from vacuum hose or wand before servicing.

REMOVING CLOGS

WARNING
Disconnect electrical supply before removing clogs. Failure to c:lo so could result inn electrical shock or personal injury.

CHECKING FLEXIBLE HOSE FOR CLOGS
If there is noticeable abnormal noise when using the vacuum or the suction power suddenly drops, it is necessary to check the air path for clogs.
Frequently check air path to make sure it is free of obstructions.

NO TE: The four LED lights of ba? fill level indicator flash red when the air path is blocked.

1. Release the wand from the body and make sure that attachments are removed from the wand.
2. Check and remove any clogs in the flexible hose and wand.
3. Reinstall the wand to the vacuum cleaner. See ASSEMBLY (page 8-9).

CHECKING CONNECTION HOSE FOR CLOGS
To separate the body from the nozzle, press the lift-Up button and lift up the body.

1. Check and remove any clogs in the connection hose.
2. Reattach the nozzle onto the vacuum body.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Review this table to find do-it-¥yourself solutions for minor performance problems. Any service needed, other than mamtenance described in this Use & Care Guide, should be performed by a qualified service agent.

WARNING
Disconnect electrical supply before preponing maintenance to the vacuum cleaner. Failure to do so could result in electrical shoe? or personal injury.

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