Kenmore DU1040 Feather Lite Bagless Vacuum Cleaner User Manual

Kenmore DU1040 Feather Lite Bagless Vacuum Cleaner User Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read all instructions 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 with manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
• Disconnect electrical supply before servicing or cleaning out the brushroll area. Failure to do so could result in the brushroll 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, or dropped in water, immediately discontinue use and call 1-877-531-7321 (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 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 cup and/or filters in place.
• Always clean the dust cup 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 clean the dust cup 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 cup.
• 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 vacuum cleaner are your responsibilities. Your vacuum 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 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 service to: 1-877- 531-7321 (US) / 1-844-608-3081 (CA). This warranty does not cover filters or belts, which 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 household 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 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.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Item Part No.(US) Part No.(CA)
Foam Filter 561055105 561055105
Felt Filter 561055106 561055106
Belt 571025101 571025101
Brushroll 571025104 571025104
Extension Wand 561055128 561055128
Handle 571025102 571025102
Flexible Hose 571025103 571025103
3-in-1 Combination Tool 561055134 561055134
Upholstery Tool 561055176 561055176
Pet HandiMate® 561014106 561014106

To order a replacement part, call 1-877-531-7321 (US) / 1-844-608-3081 (CA).

Please pay special attention to these hazard alert boxes, and follow any instructions given. WARNING statements alert you to such hazards as fire, electric shock, burns 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 LIST (page 2). Use this list to verify that you have received all the components of your new Kenmore Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaner.

• Insert the handle into the wand until you hear a ‘click’.

• Insert the wand into the main body until you hear a ‘click’.

• Align the attachment holder clip with the front of the wand as shown. Make sure the oval hole aligns with the corresponding protrusion on the wand. Push and snap into place on wand.

• Align the hose storage with the back of the wand as shown. Make sure the large oval hole aligns with the corresponding protrusion on the wand. Push and snap into place on wand.

• Insert one end of the flexible hose into the main body as shown until you hear a ‘click’. Then run the flexible hose over the hose storage. Insert the other end of the hose into the lower hose connection as shown until you hear a ‘click’.

• Store the extension wand under the hose storage as shown. Make sure the smaller end of the extension wand is upward. Push and snap into place.

• Insert the combination tool onto the accessory storage post located on the back of the main body. The Pet HandiMate® is stored in the attachment holder on the wand.

• Make sure the upper cord hook is in the proper position as shown. Wrap the power cord loosely around the upper and lower cord hooks.

NOTE: Make sure to wrap the power cord around the upper cord hook first, and then around the lower cord hook to avoid damaging the power cord.

• 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 shock hazard and could cause personal injury or damage.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION
Moving parts! To reduce the risk of personal injury, DO NOT touch the brushroll when vacuum is on. Contacting the brushroll while it is rotating can cut, bruise or cause other injuries. Disconnect electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the vacuum cleaner. Use caution when operating near children or pets.

POWER CORD – RELEASE & USE

Turn 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 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

• Detach the power cord plug from the power cord.
• Be sure the power cord is locked into the lower locking notch and the upper locking notch as shown. This will help manage the power cord when operating the vacuum cleaner.

NOTE: Lock the power cord into the lower locking notch first and then lock it into the upper locking notch to avoid damaging the power cord.

• Make sure the power cord can move freely and is not over-extended when locking it into the lower locking notch.

• 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.

• Press the power button with your foot to turn the vacuum cleaner on.
• Once you have completed vacuuming, press the power button again; unplug the power cord plug from the outlet.
• To store power cord after use, turn upper cord hook to the upright position. Then wrap cord loosely around cord hooks.

WARNING Electrical Shock and Personal Injury Hazard

Wrapping the 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.

OPERATION MODES

UPRIGHT MODE

NOTE: Make sure the vacuum cleaner is completely assembled and the dust cup is empty before using. Do not operate vacuum cleaner without filters in place.

• Release the handle by placing foot on the floor nozzle and pull back to change handle position.

• Turn on the vacuum cleaner by pressing the power button with your foot.

• Once the vacuum is on, operate the vacuum cleaner by tilting the handle back towards you and the nozzle is flush with floor surface.
• Once you have completed vacuuming, press the power button again. Return the handle to the fully upright position by pushing the handle forward until the vacuum body is locked down in place.
• Unplug the power cord from the power outlet.

NOTE: Always keep the brushroll free of carpet fiber, string, or hair build-up to maintain a longer life of the brushroll belt. If the brushroll is entangled by any string or hair, stop using and clean the brushroll immediately

PILE HEIGHT SELECTION AND SETTINGS

Select a pile height setting by turning the height adjust selector located on the floor nozzle.

Suggested Pile Height Settings

There are four (4) pile height settings on the vacuum cleaner. For best deep down cleaning of low pile carpet, use the MED LOW setting. However, you may need to raise the height to make some jobs easier, such as scatter rugs and some deep pile carpets.

Suggested settings are:

• LOW – Bare floor
• MED LOW – Low pile carpet
• MED HIGH – Medium to deep pile
• HIGH – Shag, deep pile, or scatter rugs

CAUTION

• Incorrect setting may damage floor
• Do not allow the vacuum cleaner to remain in one spot for any length of time when the brushroll is turning. Damage to carpet may occur.

ABOVE FLOOR MODE

NOTE: Brushroll continues to rotate when using the vacuum in the above floor mode. DO NOT place the vacuum on the deep pile carpet to avoid damage to carpet.

• Place the vacuum cleaner in the upright locked position.
• Press the hose release button and release the flexible hose for above floor cleaning.

• Choose the desired extension wand/ attachment and insert it into the flexible hose.

• Turn on the vacuum cleaner by pressing the power button with your foot.
• Once you have completed vacuuming, press the power button again and unplug the power cord from the power outlet.

NOTE: The attachment also can insert directly into the flexible hose for above floor cleaning.

CAUTION

• When using attachments, be careful not to over extend the flexible hose when reaching. Trying to reach beyond the hose stretch capability could cause the vacuum cleaner to tip over.
• DO NOT pull the vacuum cleaner around the room by the hose. Property damage or personal injury could result.

ATTACHMENTS

3-IN-1 COMBINATION TOOL

• The 3-in-1 combination tool can be attached to the end of the flexible hose and the extension wand. Slide the collar of the tool over the open end of the hose or wand.
• Use the 3-in-1 combination tool in crevice tool mode for cleaning in tight spaces such as furniture, between cushions, and stairs. See ATTACHMENT USE TABLE (page 15).

• Set the combination tool in dusting brush mode by pressing the release button andsliding the dusting brush side of the brush to the end of the combination tool.
• Use in dusting brush mode for cleaning loose surfaces such as drapes. See ATTACHMENT USE TABLE (page 15).

• Press the release button to remove th brush tool. Set the combination tool in upholstery brush mode as shown. Use in upholstery

UPHOLSTERY TOOL

• The upholstery tool can be attached to the end of flexible hose and the extension wand. Slide the collar of the tool over the open end of the hose or wand.
• Use the upholstery tool for cleaning fabric surfaces such as fabric sofa and bedsheets. See ATTACHMENT USE TABLE (page 15)

PET HANDIMATE®

• The Pet HandiMate® can be attached to the end of the flexible hose and the extension wand.
• Pet HandiMate® pivots for convenient cleaning.
• Use Pet HandiMate® for cleaning fabric surfaces such as furniture and carpet. See ATTACHMENT USE TABLE (page 15).

WARNING NEVER use the Pet HandiMate® directly on pets, as it can cause injury.

CAUTION Use attachments when the vacuum cleaner is upright

ATTACHMENT USE TABLE

PERFORMANCE/SAFETY FEATURES

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 empty dust cup if needed.

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 the attachments themselves or by new carpet lint filling the dust cup quickly.

SUCTION CONTROL

• To assist with push/pull force of the vacuum on surfaces like thick carpet, 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.

CLEANING EXTERIOR AND ATTACHMENTS

• Turn off and unplug vacuum cleaner. DO NOT drip water on vacuum cleaner.
• 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.

NOTE: 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 refrigerator, should not be 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 cord damage. A damaged cord is an electrical shock hazard and could cause personal injury or damage.

• Place attachments in storage position if necessary (see page 9).
• Gather the cord and wrap it loosely around the upper and lower cord hooks. Lock plug retainer onto the power cord.
• Store the vacuum cleaner in a dry, indoor area, on the floor with the handle locked in the upright position.

TROUBLESHOOTING

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

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

PROBLEM

• Vacuum cleaner will mot run.
• Poor job of dirt pick-up

POSSIBLE CAUSE

• Unplugged at wall outlet.
• The power button is not pressed to start the vacuum cleaner.
• Defective wall outlet.
• The motor is damaged.
• The hose or attachments are not installed correctly.
• Dust cup is not installed correctly
• Full or clogged dust cup.
• There is a clog in the flexible hose or connection hose of the vacuum cleaner.
• Suction control is in open position
• The foam filter or felt filter needs to be cleaned or replaced.
• The flexible hose is worn.
• The connection hose is worn.
• The brushroll is worn.

SOLUTION

• Plug in firmly.
• Press the power button to start the vacuum cleaner.
• Check with a good appliance or lamp. Be sure the power cord plug is fully plugged into a good wall outlet.
• Call 1-877-531-7321 (US) / 1-844-608-3081 (CA) for assistance.
• Check the hose and attachments for correct installation and ensure they are snapped firmly in place.
• Check dust cup for correct installation and ensure it is snapped firmly in place.
• Empty the dust cup (page 18).
• Check and remove all clogs. Follow instructions on page 24.
• Adjust the suction control to increase suction.
• Follow instructions on page 16.
• Clean or replace the foam filter or felt filter.
• Follow the foam filter and felt filter cleaning instructions on page 19-20.
• Replace the hose assembly. To purchase parts, call 1-877-531-7321 (US) / 1-844-608-3081 (CA).
• Call 1-877-531-7321 (US) / 1-844-608-3081 (CA) for assistance.
• Call 1-877-531-7321 (US) / 1-844-608-3081 (CA) for assistance.

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