Kenmore BC4026 Pet Friendly POP-N-GO Bagged Canister Vacuum

Use & Care Guide

For BC4026.

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Model/Modelo: BC4026
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Use & Care Guide
Manual de Uso y Cuidado
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Canister Vacuum Cleaner
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Use & Care Guide - Transcript

  • Page 1 - English - : ModelModelo BC4026 Vacuum Cleaner Help Line 18775317321 800am500pm EST MF Use amp Care Guide Manual de Uso y Cuidado Kenmore Canister Vacuum Cleaner Aspiradora con tanque wwwkenmorecom Kenmore and the Kenmore logo are registered trademarks of KCD IP LLC andor Transform SR Brands LLC and are used under license by Cleva North America Inc All Rights Reserved
  • Page 2 - English - : TABLE OF CONTENTS Before Using Your New Vacuum Cleaner 2 Kenmore Vacuum Cleaner Warranty 3 Important Safety Instructions 4 Parts and Features 57 Assembly Instructions 8 Operating Instructions 914 PerformanceSafety Features 15 Canister Care 1619 PowerMate Care 2022 Troubleshooting 2324 BEFORE USING YOUR NEW VACUUM CLEANER Your KENMORE VACUUM CLEANER is packaged with the following parts and components assembled separately in the carton Canister Vacuum Cleaner with Floor Brush Dusting Brush and Crevice Tool PowerMate Pet PowerMate Handle amp Hose Assembly Telescoping Wand Use amp Care Guide PACKING LIST 2 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 the Vacuum Cleaner Help Line at 18775317321 You will need the complete model and serial numbers when requesting information Your vacuum cleaners 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
  • Page 3 - English - : KENMORE VACUUM CLEANER WARRANTY 3 KENMORE LIMITED WARRANTY FOR ONE YEAR 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 replacement to Cleva North America Inc 18775317321 This warranty covers ONLY defects in material and workmanship and will NOT pay for 1 Expendable items that can wear out from normal use including but not limited to filters belts bags or screwin base light bulbs 2 A service technician to clean or maintain this appliance or to instruct the user in correct appliance installation operation and maintenance 3 Service calls to correct appliance installation not performed by Sears authorized service agents or to repair problems with house fuses circuit breakers house wiring and plumbing or gas supply systems resulting from such installation 4 Damage to or failure of this appliance resulting from installation not performed by Sears authorized service agents including installation that was not in accord with electrical gas or plumbing codes 5 Damage to or failure of this appliance including discoloration or surface rust if it is not correctly operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions 6 Damage to or failure of this appliance including discoloration or surface rust resulting from accident alteration abuse misuse or use for other than its intended purpose 7 Damage to or failure of this appliance including discoloration or surface rust caused by the use of detergents cleaners chemicals or utensils other than those recommended in all instructions supplied with the product 8 Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to this appliance 9 Service to an appliance if the model and serial plate is missing altered or cannot easily be determined to have the appropriate certification logo Disclaimer of implied warranties limitation of remedies Customers sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty shall be product replacement 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 Seller shall 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 apply to you This warranty applies only while this appliance is used in the United States 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
  • Page 4 - English - : 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUC TIONS Read all instructions in this guide before assembling or using your vacuum cleaner 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 WARNING SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Proper assembly and safe use of your vacuum cleaner are your responsibilities Your vacuum cleaner is intended for Household use Read this Use amp Care Guide carefully for important use and safety information This guide contains safety statements under warning and caution symbols Use your vacuum cleaner only as described in this guide Use only with Kenmore recommended attachments Disconnect electrical supply before servicing or cleaning out the brush area Failure to do so could result in brush 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 performing 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 return it to an Authorized Kenmore Service Center 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 surfaces 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 Turn off all controls before unplugging Use extra care when cleaning on stairs Do not put on 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 bag andor filters 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 the 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 Do not operate the vacuum cleaner without the exhaust filter or filter door in place The hose contains electrical wires Do not use when damaged cut or punctured Replace if cut or worn Do not pick up sharp objects Always turn off and unplug vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting either hose wand Pet PowerMate or PowerMate Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel Do not allow plug to whip when rewinding You are responsible for making sure that your vacuum cleaner is not used by anyone unable to operate it properly WARNING This product contains a chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm
  • Page 5 - English - : PARTS AND FEATURES It is important to know your vacuum cleaners parts and features to ensure its proper and safe use Review these before using your vacuum cleaner 5 oN traPtraP 5301302tleB Dust Bag 2pack 2053291 Dust Bag 6pack 2053292 2052731 retliF tsuahxE Motor PowerMate Brushroll Assembly Safety Filter 2081002 To order a replacement part call 18442029924 REPLACEMENT PARTS Use only AAFA approved replacement dust bags and exhaust filters to maintain AAFA certification
  • Page 6: CANISTER 6 ATTACHMENTS Pet PowerMate
  • Page 7: 7 POWERMATE TELESCOPING WAND HANDLE amp HOSE ASSEMBLY Brushroll Status Indicator
  • Page 8 - English - : CANISTER 1 Open the canister hood 2 Check to see that the dust bag is properly installed See DUST BAG CHANGING page 17 for instructions 3 Check to see that the motor safety filter is properly installed See MOTOR SAFETY FILTER CLEANING page 18 for instructions HOSE 1 Line up the hose latch tab and notch in canister hood and insert hose into canister until it snaps into place IMPORTANT Push hose connector firmly into the canister body until the hose latch tab snaps into place The vacuum cleaner will not operate until hose is fully connected To remove Do not open hood before removing hose With hood closed press hose latch tab and remove hose ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Please pay special attention to these hazard alert boxes and follow any instruc tions given WARNING statements alert you to such dangers as fire electric shock burns and personal injury CAUTION statements alert you to such dangers as personal injury andor property damage 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 HANDLE ASSEMBLY Insert wand into handle until lock button snaps in place To remove Press wand release button and pull up on handle To store Disconnect hose from wand and canister to prevent stress on hose during storage Store hose in a loosely coiled position so the hose covering is not stressed 8 POWERMATE Align wand and insert onto PowerMate until the wand locks into place WAND TELESCOPING The wand length is adjustable and requires no assembly To adjust simply push on the wand adjust button and slide the upper wand to the desired height NOTE When adjust ing the wand length you may have to hold the PowerMate with your hand or foot Before assembling vacuum cleaner check the PACKING LIST page 2 Use this list to verify that you have received and identified all the components of your new Kenmore vacuum cleaner
  • Page 9 - English - : To rewind Turn off and unplug the vacuum cleaner Hold the plug while rewinding to prevent damage or injury from the moving cord Push cord rewind button WARNING Personal Injury and Product Damage Hazard DO NOT run over power cord with PowerMate Personal injury or product damage could result DO NOT pull plug from wall by the power cord If there is damage to the cord or plug personal injury or property damage could result 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 con tact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet Do not change the plug in any way 1 Pull cord out of canister to desired length The cord will not rewind until the cord rewind button is pushed 2 Plug the polarized power cord into a 120 Volt outlet located near the floor HOW TO START WARNING Personal Injury and Product Damage Hazard ALWAYS turn off the vacuum cleaner before unplugging 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 When any abnormalityfailure occurs stop using the product immediately and discon nect the power plug CAUTION Moving parts To reduce the risk of personal injury DO NOT touch the brushroll when vacuum cleaner is on Contacting the brushroll while it is rotating can cut bruise or cause other injuries Always turn off and unplug from electrical outlet before servicing Use caution when operating near children OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 9
  • Page 10 - English - : 10 3 Lower wand from upright position by pressing on the HANDLE RELEASE pedal 4 Select a pile height setting by pressing the height adjust pedal on the rear of the PowerMate The pile height setting shows on the indicator SUGGESTED PILE HEIGHT SETTINGS Attention Refer to your carpet manufacturers cleaning recommendations Some more delicate carpets may require that they be vacuumed with the PowerMate brushroll turned off to prevent carpet damage 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 supersoft or ultraplush carpets and scatter rugs MED Medium to deep pile LO Low to medium pile XLO The preferred setting for many carpets and also for bare floors NOTE To protect bare floors place the 3 way OnOff switch in the HARDFLOOR position to turn off brushroll rotation CAUTION DO NOT leave the PowerMate running in one spot for any length of time Damage to carpet may occur 5 Select a position on the handle threeway OnOff switch Turn vacuum cleaner off Turn on the canister motor only Turn on both the canister and the PowerMate motors Brushroll will come on CAUTION Product Damage Hazard Use care if the PowerMate and wand is left in the upright position as it may tip over easily Property damage can occur if tipped
  • Page 11 - English - : 11 VACUUMING TIPS FOR BEST CLEANING RESULTS Use high power on the suction control Keep the airflow passage open Check each assembly area in REMOVING CLOGS page 16 occasionally for clogs Turn off and unplug vacuum cleaner from outlet before checking STAIRS The stair grip located on lower body of the canister will aid in preventing the canister from slipping when used on stairs NOTE Before using be sure the canister is balanced on stairs as shown and that the stair grip has engaged a step SUGGESTED SWEEPING PATTERN For best cleaning action the PowerMate should be pushed straight away from you and pulled straight back At the end of each pull stroke the direction of the PowerMate should be changed to point into the next section to be cleaned This pattern should be continued across the carpet with slow gliding motions NOTE Fast jerky strokes do not provide complete cleaning SUCTION CONTROL WARNING Personal Injury Hazard Use care if canister is placed on stairs It may fall causing personal injury or property damage CAUTION Product Damage Hazard Do not pull on the hose to move the canister from one stair to the next When finished cleaning in one area use the handle grip on the canister to move the vacuum cleaner to a new location for further cleaning EDGE CLEANER Active brush edge cleaners are on both sides of the PowerMate Guide either side of the PowerMate along baseboards or next to furniture to help remove dirt trapped at carpet edges POWERMATE STORAGE The wand has a U shaped storage hook that slides into the U shaped slot on the canister The storage hook allows the wands and PowerMate to be stored with the canister to conserve storage space The canister must be stored on end for this feature to be used To attach the PowerMate it must be in the flat position Use the handle release pedal to place it in this position The wand will slip out of the slot as it is lifted up for use and will slide into the slot as it is lowered for storage located on the handle In the high power position the control will click into place
  • Page 12 - English - : 12 ATTACHMENTS CAUTION DO NOT attach or remove handle or wands while vacuum cleaner is ON This could cause sparking and damage the electrical contacts or electronic controls ATTACHMENT STORAGE This canister is equipped with an onboard storage area for attachments TO REINSTALL 1 With the floor brush on the wand insert the floor brush into place POPNGO FLOOR BRUSH 1 Press the release button to open the tool storage cover The neck of the floor brush will pop up at an angle that makes it easy to attach the wand 2 Push the wand collar over the floor brush neck Tilt wand upward and lift out 2 Tilt the wand and floor brush downward 3 Pull the wand away from the floor brush The floor brush will disconnect from the wand 4 Close the tool storage cover securely NOTE If there is difficulty attaching brush to wand in the manner described above simply remove the brush from storage compartment and insert it into the wand collar NOTE If there is difficulty detaching the wand from brush in the manner described above simply press the Tool Release button to disconnect brush from wand ⅡⅡⅠ
  • Page 13 - English - : 13 ATTACHMENTS ON HANDLE NOTE If the PowerMate is attached turn vacuum cleaner off before removing handle from wand 1 Press wand release button and pull up on handle 2 Slide attachments into handle as needed All except crevice tool will click into place See ATTACHMENT USE TABLE page 14 Wand Release Pet PowerMate TM Handle Crevice Tool Dusting Brush Floor Brush Wand Release NOTE To remove Pet PowerMate TM dusting brush andor floor brush press the Wand Release button and slide out TO REINSTALL Insert the attachment press down into place and close the tool storage cover securely DUSTING BRUSH CREVICE TOOL amp PET POWERMATE TM 1 Lift the tool storage cover to open 2 Remove attachment as needed See ATTACHMENT USE TABLE page 14
  • Page 14 - English - : 14 WARNING NEVER use the Pet PowerMate TM directly on pets as it may cause injury The Pet PowerMate TM is only designed to vacuum pet hair that is shed on stairs or furniture 1 Always clean attachments before using on fabrics 2 3way OnOff switch should be in HARDFLOOR position 3 Pet PowerMate TM attachment instructions are included with the product ATTACHMENT USE TABLE ATTACHMENT Crevice Tool Dusting Brush detepraCeraBneewteB Furniture Cushions Drapes Stairs Floors FloorsRugs Walls Floor Brush PowerMate Pet PowerMate TM CLEANING AREA 2 Press wand release pedal with foot and pull the wand straight up and out of PowerMate ATTACHMENTS ON WAND 1 To remove wand from PowerMate lock wand in upright position 3 Slide attachments into wand as needed All except crevice tool will click into place See ATTACHMENT USE TABLE page 14 NOTE To remove Pet PowerMate TM dusting brush andor floor brush press the tool release button and slide out TM
  • Page 15 - English - : 15 THERMAL PROTECTOR This vacuum cleaner has a thermal protector which automatically trips to protect the vacuum cleaner from overheating 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 correct problem Turn off and unplug vacuum cleaner to allow the vacuum cleaner to cool and the thermal protector to reset Check for and remove clogs if necessary Also check and clean or replace any clogged filters Wait approximately fifty 50 minutes and plug the vacuum cleaner in and turn back on to see if the motor protector has reset If the problem persists have the vacuum cleaner serviced by a Kenmore or other qualified service agent PERFORMANCESAFETY FEATURES CHECK BAG INDICATOR When the vacuum cleaner is running with normal airflow the light on the CHECK BAG indicator is off The light comes on whenever the airflow becomes blocked If that occurs check the disposable dust bag motor safety filter and other possible clog locations shown in REMOVING CLOGS page 16 To correct problem See quotCheck Bag Indicator activatesquot in TROUBLESHOOTING page 24 NOTE The light may come on when using certain attachments due to reduced airflow through attachment WARNING Personal Injury Hazard To avoid accidental brushroll starting always turn off and unplug the vacuum cleaner before cleaning the brushroll area Failure to do so can result in personal injury OVERLOAD PROTECTOR The PowerMate has builtin protection against motor and belt damage should the brushroll jam If the brushroll slows down or stops the overload protector shuts off the To correct problem Turn off and unplug vacuum cleaner remove obstruction then turn on the vacuum cleaner again The brushroll status indicator will be off If the problem persists have the vacuum cleaner serviced by a Kenmore or other qualified service agent Brushroll Status Indicator ELECTRONIC SUCTION CONTROL The electronic suction control allows you to change the power of the vacuum cleaner suction motor When increasing the suction to the highest power you will hear a click and the suction control can be locked into this position Increase suction for upholsteries carpets and bare floors Decrease suction for draperies and lightweight rugs Increase Suction SUCTION CONTROL Decrease Suction PowerMate and the brushroll status indicator emits red light The canister motor will continue to run
  • Page 16 - English - : 16 CANISTER CARE REMOVING CLOGS 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 Turn off and unplug vacuum cleaner from outlet before checking TO CHECK FOR CLOGS Check dust bag and change if full See DUST BAG CHANGING page 17 Check motor safety filter and exhaust filter and clean or replace if dirty See MOTOR SAFETY FILTER CLEANING page 18 and EXHAUST FILTER CHANGING page 19 Check PowerMate for any dirt or debris in the belt path area or in the brushroll area Carefully remove any string or debris located on the brushroll or end caps See TO CLEAN BRUSHROLL page 21 If the vacuum cleaner still has poor suction do the following 1 Connect the hose to the canister and turn vacuum cleaner on Check the end of the hose for suction If there is good suction on the hose handle there is no clog in the hose If the suction is bad remove any dirt or debris in the hose and handle 2 Connect hose handle to wand Check the end of the wand for suction If there is good suction at the end of the wand there is no clog in the wand If the suction is bad remove any dirt or debris in the wand 3 Check PowerMate swivel Remove any dirt or debris 1 Turn off and unplug vacuum cleaner DO NOT drip water on vacuum cleaner 2 To clean exterior or to reduce static electricity and dust buildup 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 CLEANING EXTERIOR 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
  • Page 17 - English - : 17 DUST BAG CHANGING 6 Rotate bag mount down and install bag into slots per illustration pushing down until the cardboard tab locks into position and the holes align 7 Tuck the bag securely into the bag cavity so that none of the bag will be pinched by the hood 8 Close and latch canister hood 9 Insert hose into canister until it snaps in place 10 Plug cord into wall outlet For best cleaning results the dust bag should be changed often The CHECK BAG indicator will come on when the bag needs to be changed or the airflow is blocked NOTE See REPLACEMENT PARTS for part number and purchase details page 5 1 Turn off and unplug vacuum cleaner 2 Remove hose from canister 3 Pull hood release out and up then lift canister hood 4 Pull bag out of the bag mount Note The bag mount will flip forward after removing bag This will prevent the hood from closing until a new bag is installed 5 Check the motor safety filter and clean or if necessary replace See MOTOR SAFETY FILTER CLEANING page 18 CAUTION NEVER REUSE A DUST BAG Very fine materials such as carpet freshener face powder fine dust plaster soot new carpet lint etc can clog the bag and cause it to burst before it is full which may damage the vacuum cleaner motor Change bag more often when vacuuming these materials NOTE DO NOT bend or crease the middle of the cardboard when installing the bag into the bag mount slots
  • Page 18 - English - : 18 2 Lift the rubber retainer and pull out motor safety filter as shown 3 Wash filter in warm soapy water rinse then dry Do not clean in dishwasher or install while damp 4 Slide the filter back into place under the ribs in the bag cavity Tuck filter in so that it fits completely under the rubber retainer 5 Replace the bag as outlined in the DUST BAG CHANGING page 17 section MOTOR SAFETY FILTER CLEANING MOTOR SAFETY FILTER Check motor safety filter occasionally and clean when dirty NOTE See REPLACEMENT PARTS for part number and purchase details page 5 1 Remove the bag as outlined in the DUST BAG CHANGING page 17 section WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Turn off and unplug vacuum cleaner from electrical outlet Do not operate the vacuum cleaner without the motor safety filter Be sure the filter is dry and properly installed to prevent motor failure andor electrical shock
  • Page 19 - English - : 19 EXHAUST FILTER CHANGING EXHAUST FILTER HEPA MEDIA 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 NOTE See REPLACEMENT PARTS for part number and purchase details page 5 WARNING Fire andor Electrical Shock Hazard Do not operate with a clogged exhaust filter or without the exhaust filter installed Do not operate without filter cover installed 1 Push latch up to release the exhaust filter cover from slot in canister 2 Pull filter cover outward to remove from canister 3 Remove the exhaust filter cartridge 4 Insert the new exhaust filter cartridge into the canister with the rubber seal towards the canister The arrow on the top ridge of the filter indicates the direction of air flow 5 To replace the exhaust filter cover place the two tabs on the filter cover into the canister 6 Rotate filter cover and lock it into place
  • Page 20 - English - : 20 BELT CHANGING AND BRUSHROLL CLEANING 3 To remove cover grasp the rear and pull up 4 Lift brushroll assembly out and remove worn belt 5 Check and clean end cap areas See BRUSHROLL ASSEMBLY page 21 for picture of complete brushroll assembly Always follow all safety precautions when performing maintenance to the PowerMate WARNING Electrical Shock Or Personal Injury Hazard Always turn off and unplug vacuum cleaner before performing maintenance to the vacuum cleaner Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury from vacuum cleaner suddenly starting POWERMATE CARE TO REMOVE BELT 1 Turn PowerMate upside down and remove four 4 screws 2 Turn PowerMate right side up Press handle release pedal and lower the swivel Loosen the rear and side latches A flat head screwdriver may be required Brushroll
  • Page 21 - English - : 21 2 Place brushroll assembly back into PowerMate TO REPLACE BELT 1 Install new belt over motor drive then over belt path NOTE See REPLACEMENT PARTS for part number and purchase details page 5 3 Line up front of cover and base Rest cover on front edge of base as shown 4 Rotate cover back Press cover firmly until side and rear latches snap into place NOTE Make sure there is no gap between the cover and base 5 Turn PowerMate upside down and replace four 4 cover screws End Cap End Cap Belt Path Brush Unit TO CLEAN BRUSHROLL NOTE In order to keep cleaning efficiency high and to prevent damage to your vacu um cleaner the brushroll must be cleaned every time the belt is changed The brushroll must also be cleaned accord ing to the following schedule Vacuum Cleaner Use Clean Brushroll HEAVY every week used daily MODERATE every month used 23 timesweek LIGHT every 2 months used 1 timeweek IMPORTANT Turn off and unplug vacuum cleaner from electrical outlet Check and remove hair string and lint buildup in the PowerMate brushroll and end cap areas Remove any dirt or debris in the belt path area or in the brush unit area Carefully remove any string wound onto the brushroll and end caps BRUSHROLL ASSEMBLY Brushroll
  • Page 22 - English - : 22 BRUSHROLL SERVICING TO CHECK THE BRUSHES When brushes are worn to the level of the base support bars replace the brushroll assembly TO REPLACE BRUSHROLL ASSEMBLY 1 Remove the floor brush from the PowerMate 2 Remove PowerMate cover belt and brushroll assembly See To Remove Belt in BELT CHANGING AND BRUSHROLL CLEANING page 20 3 Install new brushroll assembly 4 Reinstall belt and PowerMate cover See To replace belt in BELT CHANGING AND BRUSHROLL CLEANING page 20 Base Support Bar Worn Brushes New Brushes WARNING Electrical Shock Or Personal Injury Hazard Always turn off and unplug vacuum cleaner before performing maintenance to the vacuum cleaner Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury from vacuum cleaner suddenly starting
  • Page 23 - English - : 23 WARNING Always turn off and unplug vacuum cleaner before performing maintenance to the vacuum cleaner Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury Review this table to find doityourself solutions for minor performance problems Any other service needed should be performed by a Kenmore or other qualified service agent TROUBLESHOOTING Vacuum cleaner wont 1 Unplugged at wall outlet 1 Plug in firmly press OnOff switch start 2 Tripped circuit breakerblown 2 Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse at household service panel fuse 3 Loose hose electrical 3 Reconnect hose ends connections Poor job of dirt 1 Full or clogged dust bag 1 Change bag pickup 2 Clogged airflow passages 2 Clear airflow passages 3 Dirty filters 3 Cleanchange filters 4 Wrong pile height setting 4 Adjust setting 5 Wrong power level selected 5 Adjust control 6 Hole in hose 6 Replace hose 7 Worn PowerMate brushroll 7 Change brushroll 8 Worn or broken belt 8 amp 9 See BELT CHANGING AND 9 Dirty brushroll or end caps BRUSHROLL CLEANING page 20 10 Canister hood open 10 Close and latch hood 11 Tripped overload protector in 11 Remove any items that may be PowerMate See OVERLOAD caught or jammed then restart If PROTECTOR page 15 vacuum cleaner starts and stops again clean brushroll and end caps then restart Vacuum cleaner starts 1 Hose or hood electrical 1 Check connections reconnect hose but shuts off sdnesnoitcennoc 2 Tripped overload protector in 2 Remove any items that may be PowerMate See OVERLOAD caught or jammed then restart If PROTECTOR page 15 vacuum cleaner starts and stops again clean brushroll and end caps then restart 3 Tripped thermal protector 3 See THERMAL PROTECTOR page 51retsinac ni PowerMate will not PowerMate connections 1 Plug in firmly run when attached unplugged Worn or broken belt 2 amp 3 See BELT CHANGING AND 3 Dirty brushroll or end caps BRUSHROLL CLEANING page 20 4 Tripped overload protector in 4 Remove any items that may be PowerMate See OVERLOAD caught or jammed then restart If PROTECTOR page 15 vacuum cleaner starts and stops again clean brushroll and end caps then restart 5 Vacuum cleaner in HARD 5 Press CARPET button to activate FLOOR etaMrewoPedom PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION
  • Page 24 - English - : 24 CHECK BAG Indicator 1 Full or clogged dust bag 1 Change bag activates 2 Dirty filters 2 Cleanchange filters 3 Blocked airflow passage 3 Clear blockage from airflow passage 4 Certain attachment tools 4 This is normal Light should go off when tool is removed Vacuum cleaner picks 1 Wrong pile height setting 1 Adjust setting up moveable rugs or 2 Suction too strong 2 Select lower Power Level PowerMate pushes too hard Cord wont rewind 1 Dirty power cord 1 Clean the power cord 2 Cord jammed 2 Pull out cord and rewind Vacuum cleaner leaves 1 Wrong vacuuming pattern 1 See VACUUMING TIPS page 11 marks on carpet PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION