Kenmore 216.31703 Vacuum Cleaner User Manual
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1. AG A lt X E ea OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS POWER CORD 1 Rotate the quick release upper cord hook to either side and down to release the power cord To reduce the risk of electric shock this appliance has a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other This plug will fitin a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully in the f outlet reverse the plug H it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet Do not change the plug in any way 2 Unclip the power cord plug from the power cord Make sure the power cord is placed into the cord clip on the body as shown This helps keep the power cord out from under the vacuum cleaner nozzle 3 Plug the polarized power cord into a 120 Volt outlet located near the floor 4 To store cord turn upper cord hook to the up position then wrap cord WARNING 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 counters Damage from cord to items in surrounding area could occur FLOOR CARPET CLEANING HEIGHT ADJUST KNOB IMPORTANT For easiest adjustment place cleaner in full upright position Turn the height adjust knob to match the surface being cleaned ON OFF BUTTON oa Turn cleaner on by O depressing the power onfoff switch on the front of the2. g Telescoping wand Crevice Nozzle A tool a i Please pay special attention to these hazard alert boxes and follow any instructions given WARNING statements alert you to such dangers as fire electric shock burns and personal injury CAUTION statements alert you to such dangerous personal injury and or property damage ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 1 X WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Do not plug into the electrical supply until the assembly is complete Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or injury Before assembling the vacuum cleaner check the PACKING LIST on the cover of the separate REPAIR PARTS LIST or on the carton Use this list to verify that you have received ail the components of your new Kenmore vacuum cleaner HANDLE ASSEMBLY 1 Attach upper handle to main body of cleaner 2 Push handle plug onto the front of cleaner Insert the one 1 screw into the back of the handle and tighten making sure the handle plug is secure CAUTION Do not overtighten Overtightening could strip the screw holes Do not operate the vacuum cleaner without the screws in place EXTENSION WAND CREVICE TOOL PLACEMENT Place the telescoping wand A into the wand holder on the left side of the vacuum cleaner Place the crevice tool B in the crevice tool holder on the right side of the vacuum cleaner at a noes Y Y gt
3. 15 Above Ploor Ossi dr Master Protection Agreements 16 Pet Handi Mate 002 000 000 200 0005 10 A 3 Requesting Service back page BEFORE USING YOUR NEW VACUUM CLEANER Please read this 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 your nearest Sears store You will need the complete model and serial numbers when requesting information 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 serial 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 KENMORE VACUUM CLEANER WARRANTY ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON KENMORE VACUUM CLEANER When installed operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product if this appliance fails due to a defect in material and workmanship within one year from the date of purchase return it to any Sears store Sears Parts amp Repair Service Center or other Kenmore outlet for free repair If this appliance is ever used for other than private family purposes this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase This warranty covers only defects in material and workmanship Sears will NOT pay for 1 Expe
4. breaker 3 Allow cleaner to cool Pg 5 Take to Sears Service Center Review DIRT CONTAINER REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT Pg 11 12 2 Empty dirt container Pg 11 3 Replace brushroll Pg 13 Replace belt Pg 13 Thermal Protector activated Needs service Dirt container not installed correctly 2 Dirt container full 3 Brushroli worn 4 Beltis broken worn or slipped out of position 5 One or both filters clogged 6 Carpet height setting is incorrect Hose clogged 5 Remove filters and clean Pg 11 12 6 Set carpet height adjust to appropriate setting for carpet being cleaned Pg 9 7 Check inlets hose and dirt container for obstructions remove obstruction Pg 14 If clog persists call 1 877 839 2046 Remove air directors and clean Pg 12 8 1 Empty dirt container Pg 11 2 Review DIRT CONTAINER REMOVAL AND 3 4 8 Air directors need to be cleaned Dirt container full 2 Dirt container not installed correctly 3 Hose not installed correctly 4 One or both filters not installed completely Hose clogged Dust escaping from cleaner REPLACEMENT Pg 11 42 Review hose placement Pg 6 Review filter removal and replacement Pg 11 12 4 Check inlets hose and dirt container for obstructions remove obstruction Pg 14 if clog persists call 1 877 839 2046 Dirt container full 2 Empty dirt
5. container Pg 11 3 One or both filters clogged 3 Clean filters Pg 11 12 Headlight not 1 Bulb burnt out 4 Replace bulb Pg 14 working 2 Loose electrical wires 2 Take to Sears Service Center Cleaner is difficult 1 Carpet height setting is 1 Set carpet height adjust lever to appropriate to push incorrect setting for carpet being cleaned Pg 9 2 Beltis broken worn or slipped 2 Replace bel Pg 13 out of position Performance 4 Hose clogged 4 Check inlets hose and dirt container for indicator light obstructions remove obstruction Pg 14 turns red If clog persists call 1 877 839 2046 Air directors need to be cleaned 12 Remove alr directors and clean Pg 12 2 For any questions please call 1 877 839 2046 15 _ MASTER PROTECTION AGREEMENT Congratulations on making a smart purchase Your new Kenmore product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation But like all products it may require preventive maintenance or repair from time to time That s when having a Master Protection Agreement can save you money and aggravation The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life of your new product Here s what the Agreement includes Parts and labor needed to help keep products operating properly under normal use not just defects Our coverage goes well beyond the product warranty No deductibles no functional failure excluded
6. from coverage real protection Expert service by a force of more than 10 000 authorized Sears service technicians which means someone you can trust will be working on your product Unlimited service calls and nationwide service as often as you want us when ever you want us No lemon guarantee replacement of your covered product if four or more product failures occur within twelve months Product replacement if your covered product can t be fixed Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request no extra charge Fast help by phone we call it Rapid Resolution phone support from a Sears representative on all products Think of us as a talking owner s manual Power surge protection against electrical damage due to power fluctuations 250 Food Loss Protection annually for any food spoilage that is the result of mechanical failure of any covered refrigerator or freezer Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product takes longer than promised 10 discount off the regular price of any non covered repair service and related installed parts NA WAN SNS AN EN Once you purchase the Agreement a simple phone call is all that it takes for you to schedule service You can call anytime day or night or schedule a service appointment online The Master Protection Agreement is a risk free purchase If you cancel for any reason during the product warranty period we will provide a full refund Or a pror
7. guard and Secure by aligning pull off the three 3 tabs in the base slots To reattach nozzle lt 7 guard rotate pivot back into position Lift and remove brushroll Dispose of old belt K To secure nozzle ta guard push lock B down to lock position Slide lock A into lock position to the right 13 LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT WARNING Electrical Shock and Personal injury Hazard CAUTION Do not use a bulb rated over 9W 13V During extended use heat E from the bulb could overheat Disconnect electrical supply surrounding plastic parts before servicing or cleaning the LA unit Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury from vacuum cleaner sud denly starting TO REMOVE LIGHT BULB 1 Disconnect power cord from electrical outlet 2 Press handle release pedal and lay vacuum cleaner back eth 5 Insert flat blade of SN screwdriver into slot at top of the lens Lift the lens cover to remove push replacement bulb into socket to replace 7 Snap lens cover back 7 into place and secure e 3 Grasp the edge of the exhaust cover WE r eplacing the two screws Saye Pull out edges of exhaust cover and lift off Yo Replace exhaust cover 4 Remove the two 2 screws from the Note See separate PARTS LIST for bulb lens cover number 3 Disconnect the hose by pulling down on the lower intake hose cuff 4 Remove debr
8. handle rs PERFORMANCE INDICATOR AND DIRT FINDER The Performance Indicator light turns red when vacuum needs to be serviced Please see Troubleshooting Section on page 15 for Service Instructions Dirt Finder lights up as dirt is collected When light turns off the carpet is clean HANDLE RELEASE To release handie push the handle release pedal located on the lower left side of the cleaner ON OFF BRUSHROLL Depress pedal to turn off brushroll for bare floor cleaning Press pedal again to re engage brushroll Rotate the handle and adjust it to the desired position for A storing the upright B operating the cleaner and C to clean under furniture NOTE Rotating brush could cause area rug fringe to become tangled within cleaner Use caution when vacuuming any rugs with fringe CARRY HANDLE Use the carry handle located on the back of the cleaner to carry from room to room ABOVE FLOOR CLEANING CAUTION Brush agitator continues to rotate while hose is removed or in use and at all times while cleaner is on Keep hair loose clothing fingers and all parts of body away from brush area while cleaner is on Cleaner must be in the upright position to lift the rotating brushroll off the carpet when cleaning above the floor Cleaner must be in its upright position to raise brushroll from floor Remove the hose from the tool caddy Choose any of the handy accessories or use
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10. Owner s Manual Manual Del Propietario Manuel Du Propri taire Kenmore Vacuum Cleaner Aspiradora Aspirateur Model Modelo Modele 216 37030 37035 US 216 31703 Canada CAUTION Read and follow all safety and operating instructions before first use of this product CUIDADO Lea y sigue todas las instrucciones de operaci n y seguridad antes del uso de este producto ATTENTION Veuillez lire toutes les consignes de s curit et le mode d emploi avant d utiliser ce produit Sears Brands LLC Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A www sears com Printed in China Impreso en China Part 1 113884 000 Rev 9 07 Imprim en Chine TABLE OF CONTENTS Before Using Your New Vacuum Cleaner Care 10 14 Vacuum Cleaner 2 Dirt Container Filter and Air Director Kenmore Vacuum Cleaner Removal and Replacement 11 12 Warranty 0 4 3 es Filter Removal i And Replacement 2 0 0 n 02 vee Important Safety Instructions 4 5 Belt or Brushroll Removal Parts and Features 6 And Replacement 02 0 0 4005 13 Assembly Instructions 7 Light Bulb Replacement 74 Debris Removal Intake Hose 14 Operating Instructions 8 10 Debris Removal Nozzle Valve 14 Power Cord o u oua 8 Vacuum Cleaner Storage 15 Floor Carpet Gleaning 9 Troubleshooting
11. apply to you This warranty applies only while this appliance is used in the United States or Canada This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 Sears Canada Inc Toronto Ontario Canada M5B 2B8 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 ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ASSEMBLING OR USING YOUR VACUUM CLEANER Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces Electrical shock could occur Do not allow to be used as a toy Close attention is necessary when used by or near children Use only as described in this manual Use only manufacturer s recommended attachments Do not use with damaged cord or plug If appliance is not working as it should has been dropped damaged left outdoors or dropped into water return it to a service center for inspection Call 1 877 839 2046 to locate the nearest service center Do not pull or carry by cord use cord as handle close a door on a cord or pull cord around sharp edges or corners Do not run appliance over cord Keep cord away from heated surfaces Do not unplug by pulling on cord To unplug grasp the plug not the cord Do not leave appliance when
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13. ibilities Your vacuum 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 ommna rnan aeann Your cleaner contains a thermal protective device to shut off the motor to avoid overheating If this happens turn switch off and unplug the cleaner Inspect the exhaust inlet and filters for any blockage Empty the dirt container and clean filters After approximately 30 minutes the motor will have cooled and the vacuum will be ready to use Note The cleaner must remain unplugged during the 30 minute cooling period 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 vacuum cleaner Part No K 500000 000 DCF 3 Power 3 Exhaust Filter K 700000 000 EF ca switch 1 860140 600 UB 11 Stretch hose Dirt finder Performance indicator Dirt container release button E So SS Lo AS Telescoping wand OE Handle Release Pedal Exhaust cover exhaust filter inside Cord clip Headlight On off c handi switch for A A brushroll Power Height adjust cord Hose knob WA DN aX g Dust S v 53 E Ros Pet Handi Mate A QS N 4 SA
14. is from inside the hose 4 Locate the lower intake hose 2 Rotate lower intake hose cuff clockwise into the unlock position Ly 2 Once brushroll is removed locate the nozzle valve wh y de 3 Remove debris from inside the nozzle 1 Follow instructions on page 13 for valve removing nozzle guard and brushroll 4 Return brushroll and nozzle guard 14 VACUUM CLEANER STORAGE Gather the cord and wrap it loosely around the upper and lower cord hooks Lock power cord plug onto the power cord Store the vacuum cleaner in a dry indoor area on the floor with the handle locked in the upright position Electrical Shock and Personal Injury Hazard Wrapping the cord too tightly puts stress on the cord and can cause cord damage eet r On E ms Review this table to find do it yourself solutions for minor performance problems Any service needed other than maintenance described in this Owner s Manual should be performed by a Sears or other qualified service agent Disconnect electrical supply before performing maintenance to the unit Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury POSSIBLE SOLUTION 4 Plug unit in firmly POSSIBLE CAUSE 4 Power cord not firmly plugged into outlet Blown fuse or tripped breaker PROBLEM Cleaner wor t run 2 Check fuse or breaker in home Replace fusefreset
15. lean EXHAUST FILTER REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT Note For best performance replace 3 z j X a lo Return exhaust filter to filter a minimum of every 6 months cleaner towards you to remove Depress tab and pull Vache toward you Remove X 33 exhaust filter from inside of garbage can to remove excess dust and dirt from filter Replace exhaust filter cover by pivoting toward cleaner until cover snaps into place 12 BELT OR BRUSHROLL REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT TO REPLACE BELT OR BRUSHROLL WARNING Electrical Shock and Personal injury Hazard Place new belt in area of brushroll without bristles Disconnect electrical supply l before servicing or cleaning the unit Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury from vacuum cleaner suddenly starting TO REMOVE BELT Lay cleaner flat and flip cleaner to expose nozzle base To remove nozzle guard slide lock A to unlock position to the left Then depress lock B to unlock nozzle guard Place brushroll shutoff pedal in Carpet position Slide belt onto motor shaft Ensure to loop the belt around the a belt lifter shaft With new belt in place pull and slide brushroll into nozzle making sure that the brushroll end caps are in the correct orientation see diagram for end cap orientation Rotate brushroll manually to make sure belt is _ Properly aligned Rotate pivot the nozzle
16. m vacuum cleaner sud dust and dirt from filter denly starting gt If filter is still clogged Note For best performance replace AN rinse under running filter a minimum of every 6 months sid Toa K wh for at leas ours before EMPTY DIRT CONTAINER replacing in cleaner Press dirt container RETURN FILTER release button and remove dirt container e Return foam filter to filter from cleaner cartridge 4 Return filter cartridge to base of the cleaner Be sure that the open side of the filter cartridge faces the back side of the cleaner Hold dirt container over garbage can and press the dirt container release button to empty Snap dirt container bottom back into place after emptying REMOVE FILTER Squeeze and lower latch to lock filter cage Hold foam filter under running water to wash Ring excess water out of filter Allow filter to dry for at least 24 hours before replacing in filter cartridge Squeeze and lift latch to unlock filter cage Lift filter cartridge out of base of cleaner using metal handle 41 CLEAN AIR DIRECTORS To remove Air Directors rotate 1 4 turn counterclockwise Dry and return the Air Directors to the dirt container Rotate 1 4 turn clockwise to lock in place Return dirt container by aligning the post on the cleaner with the opening in the bottom of the dirt 4 cup Rotate dirt cup back into position and latch Pull out and wipe with a damp cloth to c
17. ndable items that can wear out from normal use including but not limited to filters belts light bulbs and bags 2 Aservice technician to instruct the user in correct product installation operation or maintenance 3 A service technician to clean or maintain this product 4 Damage to or failure of this product if it is not installed operated or maintained according to the all instructions supplied with the product 5 Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident abuse misuse or use for other than its intended purpose 6 Damage to or failure of this product caused by the use of detergents cleaners chemicals or utensils other than those recommended in all instructions supplied with the product 7 Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to this product Disclaimer of implied warranties limitation of remedies Customer s sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty shall be product repair as provided herein Implied warranties including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law Sears shail not be liable for incidental or consequential damages Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitation on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness so these exclusions or limitations may not
18. plugged in Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing Do not handle plug or appliance 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 Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking such as cigarettes matches or hot ashes Do not use without dirt container and filters in place Turn off all controls before unplugging Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present Keep the vacuum cleaner on the floor Do not use on stairs Do not use an extension cord with this vacuum cleaner Store the vacuum cleaner indoors Put vacuum cleaner away after use to prevent tripping accidents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Using improper voltage may result WARNING The cords wires and or in damage to the motor and possible cables supplied with this product injury to the user Proper voltage is contains chemicals including lead or listed on the data plate lead compounds known to the state of California to cause cancer and Unplug before connecting Pet birth defects or other reproductive Handi Mate harm Wash hands after using SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Proper assembly and safe use of your vacuum cleaner are your respons
19. the hose alone Simply push the attachment firmly onto the end of the wand or hose handle To remove tool twist and pull apart gently If additional length is needed use the telescoping wand and crevice tool Use telescoping wand and crevice tool together or separately Twist and pull wand to extend 10 Rotate the rotary valve in either direction to adjust the suction at the end of the hose as required When finished secure the hose wand into the rest Close the rotary valve on the hose wand to ensure that nozzle cleaning performance is at its maximum PET HANDI MATE Attach the Pet Handi Mate to the hose wand or telescoping wand Brushroll will start automatically The Pet Handi Mate can be used for cleaning stairs and upholstery DEBRIS REMOVAL Slide locking tabs to outward position to unlock Pivot lower housing and remove clog To reassemble align tabs on the lower housing with the slots on the cover and pivot cover back into position on top of lower housing Rotate locking tabs inward into locking position VACUUM CLEANER CARE DIRT CONTAINER REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT filter cartridge WARNING Electrical Shock and Personal Injury Hazard Remove foam filter from Disconnect electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the Tap the pleated filter on unit Failure to do so could result the inside of a garbage in electrical shock or personal can to remove excess injury fro
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