Kenmore 116.22512 Vacuum Cleaner Owner’s Manual

Kenmore 116.22512 Vacuum Cleaner

CAUTION : Read and follow all safety and operating instructions before first use of this product°

BEFORE USING YOUR NEW VACUUM

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 vacuum cleaner 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,
Use the space below to record the model number and serial number of your new Kenmore vacuum,
Model No.
Serial Noo
Date of Purchase
Keep this book and your sales check (receipt) in a safe place for future reference.

KENMORE VACUUM CLEANER WARRANTY

LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON KENMORE VACUUM CLEANER
This warranty is for one year from the date of purchase, and includes only private household vacuum cleaner use. During the warranty year, when this vacuum cleaner is operated and maintained according to the owner’s manual instructions, Sears will repair any defects in material or workmanship free of charge,
This warranty excludes vacuum bags, belts, light bulbs, and filters, which are expendable parts and become worn during normal use.

For warranty service, return this vacuum cleaner to the nearest Sears Service Center in the United States.
This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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:

• Read this manual before assembling or using your vacuum cleaner.
• Use your cleaner only as described in this manual.
• Use only with Sears recommended attachments.
• To reduce the risk of electrical shock
• Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces. Disconnect electrical supply before servicing or cleaning out brush area.
• Failure to do so could resuit in electrical shock or brush suddenly starting or disco meeting the hi e or Power-Main®. Always turn cleaner off before unplugging.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel.
• Do not allow plug to whip when rewinding. 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. Do not put any objects into openings.
• Do not operate the cleaner with a punctured hose° The hose contains electrical wires. Replace if cut or worn° Avoid picking up sharp objects.
• Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair and anything that may reduce air flowo
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts
• Do not use cleaner without dust bag and/or ters in place.
• Always change the dust bag after vacuuming carpet cleaners or freshener, powders and fine dust. These products clog the bag, reduce airflow and can cause the bag to burst. Failure to change bag could cause permanent damage to the cleaner.
• Do not use the cleaner to pick up sharp hard objects, small toys, pins, paper clips, etco They may damage the cleaner or dust bag.
• 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 anyone unable to operate it properly.
• Do not operate without exhaust filter or exhaust filter cover installed

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 carefully for important use and safety information. This guide contains safety statements under warning and caution symbols.
Please pay special attention to these boxes and follow any instructions given. WARNING statements alert you to such dangers as fire, electrical shock, burns and personal injury CAUTION statements alert you to such dangers as personal iniurvard/or property damage

PARTS AND FEATURES

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

CANISTER

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard DO NOT plug into electrical supply until assembly is complete. Failure to do so could result in electrical 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.

WANDS
Slide wands together until wand button snaps into place. Turn wand button to the slotted area of the wand swivel.
The swivel allows you to turn the handle to the left side to reach far- ther under low furniture.

POWER-MATE ®

1. insert wands into Power-Mate ® until the wand buttons snaps into place.

2. Connect PowerMate_plug and cord as shown, DO NOT force.
   Raised area of plug must be toward hand,

3. Secure cord into cord holder on wand swivel.

To remove: Disconnect cord and step on wand release pedal, then pull up on wands.

CANISTER

1. Open the canister hood.
2. Check to see that the dust bag is properly in,stalledo See BAG CHANGING for 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 the hinge slots, insert them, and close the hood to replace it.

HOSE

1. Line up the hose latch tab and notch in canister hood and insert hose into canister until it snaps in place_
   To remove: Lift hose latch tab upward and pull up on hose.

2. Insert handle into wand until lock button snaps in place° Be sure hose is not twisted
   To remove: Press handle release button and pull up on handle.

To store: Disconnect hose from wands and canister to prevent stress on hose during storage. Store hose in a loosely coiled position so the hose covering is not stressed.

USE

HOW TO START
WARNING Personal Injury and Product Damage Hazard

• DO NOT plug in if switch is in ON position. Personal injury or damage could result.
• The cord moves rapidly when rewinding.
• Keep children away and provide a clear path when rewinding the cord to prevent personal injury.
• DO NOT use outlets above counters. Damage from cord to items in surrounding area could occur.

1. Pull cord out of canister to desired length. The cord will the cord not rewind until button is pushed.
   NOTE : To reduce the risk of electric shock, this vacuum cleaner 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 the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.

2. Plug the polarized power cord into a 120 Volt outlet Iocated near the floor.
   To rewind: Unplug the cleaner. Hold the plug while rewinding to prevent damage or injury from the moving cord. Push cord rewind bar

3. Lower wand from upright position by pressing on the handle release pedal.

4. Select a pile height setting by pressing the small pedal on the rear of the PowerMate% The pile height setting shows on the indicator, See SUGGESTED PILE HEIGHT SETTINGS.
   Attention : Refer to your carpet manufacturers cleaning recommendations. Some more delicate carpets may require that they be vacuumed with the Power- Mate ® agitator turned off, to prevent carpet damage.

5. Select a switch position on the handle.

FLOOR – turns on the canister motor only.
CARPET – turns on both the canister and the Power-Mate ® motors.

VACUUMING TIPS

Suggested sweeping pattern
For best cleaning action, the Power-Mate® should be pushed straight away from you and pulled straight back. At the end of each pull stroke, the direction of the Power-Mate® should be changed to point into the next section to be cleaned. This pattern should be continued across the rug with slow, glid- ing motions.

The hose swivel allows the hose to turn without moving the canister. This is helpful for cleaning in small areas.
Check hose for twisting before pulling canister.

Carpeted stairs need to be vacuumed regularly° For best cleaning results, fu!ly close the suction control.
For best cleaning results, keep the airflow passage open. Check each assembly area in HOW YOUR VACUUM WORKS occasionally for clogs, Unplug from outlet before checking.

CAUTION
To prevent tip over, never leave Power-Mate ® on or in the upright position. Turning the handle to one side will make the Power-Mate ®more stable and less likely to tip over.

SUGGESTED PILE HEIGHT SETTINGS

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:

HI – Shag, deep pile, or scatter rugs_
MED – Medium to deep pileo
LO – Low to medium pile.
XLO – Most carpets and bare floors.

ATTACHMENTS

CAUTION DO NOT attach or remove handle or wands while cleaner is ON. This could cause sparking and damage the electrical contacts.
ATTACHMENTS ON HANDLE

NOTE: If the Power-Mate ® is attached, turn cleaner off before removing handle from wands.,

1. Press lock button, then pul!

2. Slide attachments firmly on handle as needed.

CLEANING EXTERIOR AND ATTACHMENTS

1. Unplug cord from wall outlet. 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. To reduce static electricity and dust build- up, wipe outer surface of cleaner and attachments.

CAUTION 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.

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 HEPA
The exhaust filter cartridge must be replaced when dirty° Replace the filter when the entire surface area is covered evenly.
The filter CANNOT be washed as it will lose its dust trapping ability.
Replacement exhaust filters are available through Sears Service Center under part no. 86880. See “Requesting Assistance or Service”

1. Pull out and up on the exhaust filter cover to remove from the motor cover and lay aside.
2. When the exhaust filter becomes dirty, remove it by pulling straight up.
3. Place the new filter into the motor cover with the grey edge down.
4. Reinstall the exhaust filter cover by inserting the tab into the slot in the motor cover.
   Press firmly to snap exhaust filter cover into place.

ATTACHMENT USE CHART

Always clean attachments before using on fabrics,. ‘” 3-way On!Off switch should be in FLOOR position
HandFMate Jr,®and Power-Mate Jr._ attachment instructions are included with the products * (Some Models) Power-Mate switch should be in OFF position
NOTE** When separating wands, depress back button completely before pullin_wands apart. If wand lock button is difficult to depress push the two wanas more lightly [ogmner to _ine up the ock button w th the hoe. Depress ock button and then pull wands apart.

PERFORMANCE FEATURES

EDGE CLEANER
Active brush edge cleaners are on both sides of the Power- Mate®. Guide either side of the Power- Mate® along base- boards or next to furniture to help remove dirt trapped at carpet edges.

OVERLOAD PROTECTOR
The Power-Mate® has built-in protection against motor and belt damage should the brush jam. If the brush slows down or stops, the overload protector button pops up and shuts off the Power- Mate®. The canister motor will continue to run.

To correct problem: See TROUBLESHOOTING.
To reset: Push in the overload protector button.

WARNING Personal Injury Hazard
Always unplug the vacuum cleaner before cleaning the brush area as brush may suddenly restart. Failure to do so can result in personal injury.

HOW YOUR VACUUM WORKS

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. Check the starred areas occasionally for clogs. Unplug from outlet before checking.

BRUSH ASSEMBLY

TROUBLESHOOTING

Review this chart to find do-it-yourself solutions for minor performance problems. Any service needed, other than those described in this owner’s manual, should be performed by a Sears authorized service representative.

WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the unit. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal iniury.

For repair of major brand appliances in your own home no matter who made it, no matter who sold it!

no matter who made it, no matter who sold it!
1-800-4-MY-HOM E®
(1 ·800-469-4663)
www.sears.com

Anytime, day or night
(USA and Canada)
www.sears.ca

For repair of carry-in products like vacuums, lawn equipment, and electronics, call for the nearest Sears Parts and Repair Center.
1-800-488-1222 Anytime, day or night (U.SA only)

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