Kenmore 116.38512, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ... 116 38812 116 38912 116 39512 116 39612 116 39712 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 COIZAMA3_UO D 437_827 Printed in tlSA ...

Page 2: ... numbers when requesting information Your vacu um s model and serial numbers are located on the Model and Serial Number Plate Use the space be ow to record the model number and serial number of your new Kenmore vacuum Model No Serial No Date of Purchase Keep this book and your sales check receipt in a safe place for future reference This warranty is for one year from the date of purchase and inclu...

Page 3: ...fingers and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts Do not use cleaner without dust bag and or filters in place Always change the dust bag after vacu uming carpet cleaners or freshener pow ders 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 shar...

Page 4: ... 20 86884 20 86884C On Off Switch Sensor I Some Models Performance Indicator Some Models Quick Release Powe Lower Cord Hooks Carry Crevice Tool _ Telescoping Dusting Brush Combination Brush Handle Release Pedal Model Serial Numbers ll li Swivel Hose Stretch Hose Motor Protector Agitator Underneath Floor Selector Nozzle Cover Latch Base Headlight Underneath Spare Belt Underneath Nozzle Cover Behind...

Page 5: ...nts of your new Kenmore vacuum_ Remove the tape located below the dust cover filter cover on the motor case Tape Attach stretch hose end to nozzle as shown_ HANDLE ASSEMBLY Remove the screw located just below the top edge of the back of the vacuum Position the handle as shown in the illustra tion below_ Slide the handle into the opening at the top of the vacuum Insert the screw so it passes throug...

Page 6: ...elease the power cord 2 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 lock in the quick release upper cord hook 3 Check to see if the cleaner has bag installed See DUST BAG CHANGING NOTE To reduce the risk of electric shock this vacuum cleaner has a polar ized plug one blade is wider ...

Page 7: ...lector alI the way back and down toward the bottom of the nozzle until it locks into place In this position the brush assembly does not revolve This setting should be used for cleaning hardwood and tile floors and when any attachments tools are used Carpet setting Slide the selector all the way forward and up to the carpet position In this position the brush assembly will turn When carpets are bei...

Page 8: ... BARE FLOOR SELECTOR section When returning the bare floor selector to the carpet setting use caution as the selector can move quickly to that setting due to tension created by the belto Remove the lower end of the stretch hose from the cleaner 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 att...

Page 9: ... of the wand by inserting and twisting slightly suction Control Telescoping Wand Crevice Tool When using the dusting brush or the combination brush they may be attached directly to the wand or placed on the end of the crevice tool TO OPERATE SUCTION CONTROL SLIDE Telescoping Wand When using attachments for cleaning draperies small rugs with low pile and other delicate items twist the suction contr...

Page 10: ...ose _ Extension Hose Insert 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 FLOOR BRUSH AND WAND SOME MODELS Some models have an extra brush and wand for cleaning bare floors Twist one end of the adaptor into the floor brush and the other end into the...

Page 11: ...e 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 To correct problem See the TROUBLE SHOOTING chart Motor Protector NOTE The motor protector may open when using attachments or when cleaning new carpet due to reduced ai...

Page 12: ...ts 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 Sensitivity Switch t I Switch I Cover 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 in...

Page 13: ...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 Unplug cord from wall outlet DO NOT drip water on cleaner Clean exterior using a clean soft cloth that has been dipped in a solution of mild liquid deter gent and water then wrung dry Wipe dry after cleaning To reduce static electricity and dust ...

Page 14: ...ot etc can clog the bag and cause it to burst before it is full Change bag more often when vacuuming these materials TO REPLACE DUST BAG Unfold the new dust bag oust Fold the safety Bag seal tab on the new dust bag away from the opening that fits on the bag holder NOTE See PARTS AND FEATURES for Bag number insert the dust bag onto the bag holder completely by holding the bag collar Tuck the bag be...

Page 15: ...y sliding it back into place under the ribs in the bag cavity Motor Replace the bag as outlined in the DUST BAG CHANGING section WARNING Do not operate without exhaust filter EXHAUST FILTER HEPA The exhaust filter cartridge must be replaced when dirty It should be replaced regularly depending on use con ditions The filter CANNOT be washed as it will lose its dust trapping ability NOTE See PARTS AN...

Page 16: ...r T b U Depress tabs on rear of agita tor cover and rotate forward to release from the nozzle body The light buEb socket assembly does not have to be removed Lay the agitator cover over to the side out of the way Belt Position hands on the agitator If the belt is still attached to the agitator there will be tension on the agitator Carefully lift the right end of the agitator and then the left end ...

Page 17: ...ove any string or debris located on the agitator assembly end caps washers or agitator shaft NOTE Replace the end caps See the exploded view for correct assembly TO REPLACE BELT Make sure that the carpet bare floor selec tor is in the carpet position Loop the new belt on the motor shaft Belt _w Pulley Belt Motor Shaft CarpeUBare Floor Selector Shaft BELT ROUTING Correct Routing of Belt Selector in...

Page 18: ...gitator with your fingers to see that it turns freely_ To re attach the agitator _ cover insert the six 6 tabs into the _ six slots along the _ front edge of the nozzle Tabs base Slots Locking Tabs J Lower the agitator cover to its original position After positioning the agitator cover push forward on the two 2 locking tabs in order to ensure that they are securely in place Re fasten the furniture...

Page 19: ... out 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_ Hose In and Out Turn the unit off and unplug the unit Visually inspect the hose and the base area into which the hose is inserted Remove any visible clog Re insert the hose into the opening on the lower body from which it was removed Press firmly to assure connection S...

Page 20: ...rd and remove noz zle cover CAUTION Do not use a bulb rated over 15W 130 V During extended use heat from the bulb could overheat sur rounding plastic parts i Remove the light bulb by pushing the bulb in while turning coun terclockwise to release from the slot Then pull the light bulb straight out To Release I To replace the light bulb care fully insert and turn clockwise to securely fit into sloto...

Page 21: ...s are worn to the level of the base Base Plate belt guard Belt Guard replace the agi tator TO REPLACE AGITATOR Remove the nozzle cover agitator cover and agitator See BELT CHANGING AND AGITATOR CLEANING Remove the end caps and bearing covers Replace the agitator with a new one Replace the bearing covers and end caps Reassemble the belt agitator agitator cover and nozzle cover See q o replace belt ...

Page 22: ...s page 19 6 Replace hose 7 Replace fix belt page 16 18 Insert hose fully page 10 Check for clogs page 19 Change filters page 15 Cleaner picks up 1o Wrong pile height setting 1 Adjust setting page 7 moveable rugs or pushes too hard Light won t work Burned out light bulb Change lightbulb page 20 L 1o 2 3 Broken belt Bare floor setector in bare floor setting Belt installed incorrectly 2 3 4 1 2 1 1 F...

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