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HOME CLEANING SYSTEMMODEL NO. 175.8690390

CAUTION:Read Instructions

and Rules for

Safe OperationCarefully

For Household

Use Only

Save thisManual for

Future Reference

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Read all instructions before using this cleaner.

When usin8 anY electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:1. Do not leave cleaner when plugged into electrical outlet. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.2. WARNING: TO AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN E STORE INDOORS.3. WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE GROUNDING PRONG FROM POWER CORD PLUG. Connect to a properly

grounded outlet ONLY. See Grounding Instructions.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS:

This vacuum cleanermust be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown,grou_ndingprovides a pathof least resistancefor electricalcurrenttoreduce the riskofelectricshock. Thisvacuum cleanerisequipped with acordhavingan equipment-grounding wnductor and grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into anappropriateoutlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordancewith alllocal codesand ordinances.

WARN'halG:Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor canresult in ariskof electric shock.Checkwith aqual_ed electrician orservice person!_you are in doubt as towhether the outlet isproperly grounded. DO NOT modifytheplugprovided with the vacuumcleaner--if it willnot fit theou&t, haveaproperoutlet installed by aqualified electrician.

Thisvacuumcleanerisforuseona nominal120-voltcircuit,andhasagroundedplug(seefigure,4).A temporaryadapter(seefigureB)maybeusedtoconnectthisplugtoa2-polereceptacle(seefigureB) ifaproperlygroundedoutletisnotavailable.Thetemporaryadaptershouldbeusedonly untila properlygroundedoutlet(see

figureA)canbeinstalledby aqual_Ledelectrician. Thetabfor grounding screw (seefigureB) extendingfrom theadapter must heconnected toapermanentgmund suchas aproporlygrounded outlet boxcover. Whenever the adapter is in use, it must beheld inplace by ametal screw (see Figure B).

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TABFOROUTLET GROUNDING 2-POLE

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4. DISCONNECT POWER CORD FROM ELECTRICAL OLrgLETbefore the recovery tank is emptied, the solution tank

is refilled, or the cleaner is serviced in any way.5. DO NOT store this cleaner in an drea which may reach freezing temperatures. Should this occur, DO NOT operate this

cleaner until it has been at room temperature for at least two (2) hours.6. DO NOT use any cleaning solution or chemicals other than those discussed in this n-uanual.7. For maximum efficiency, empty container frequently and keep inside of hose, wands, nozzle and container clean.8. DO NOT overwet carpet or upholstery. If three or more cleaning strokes are required, let the carpet or upholstery

material dry and then repeat cleaning process.9. Do not allow children to operate cleaner, nor should they play with cleaner as a toy. Close attention is necessary when

used around or near children.10. Use this cleaner ONLY for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only the attachments recommended in this

manual.

11. Always turn cleaner OFF when connecting or disconnecting the Spraymate or "dry floor" motorized nozzles.12. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If cleaner is not working properly, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors,

or dropped into water, return it to a Sears Service Center.13. Do not pull or carry by cord, nor use cord as a handle, nor close a door on cord, nor pull cord around sharp edges or

corners. Do not run cleaner over cord. Keep cord and cleaner away from heated surfaces.14. Do not unplug from electrical outlet by pulling on the cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord, and pull.15. DO not handle plug or cleaner with wet hands.16. Do not put any objects in ventilation openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep openings free of dust, lint,

hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.17. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of the body away from openings and moving parts.18. NEVER vacuum materials such as hot coals, cigarette butts, matches, etc.19. When "dry" vacuuming, do not use without filter in place.20. Turn off all controls before unplugging.21. Use extra care when using on stairs.22. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where such liquids may be

present.

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TABLEOF CONTENTSSafety Instructions ........................................................... page 2Warranty ........................................................................... page 3Introduction ......................................................................page 3Assembly ........................................................................... page 4Operation .......................................................................page 5-8

Additional Uses / Optional Accessories ................... page 8-9Trouble Shooting Chart ................................................ page 10Exploded Views and Parts Lists ............................ page 11-15Ordering Parts ................................................................ page 16

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FULLONE YEAR WARRANTYWhen used for private household purposes, if within one year from the date of purchase, this vacuum cleaner fails due toa defect in material or workmanship, RETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THEUNITED STATES, and Sears will repair it, free of charge.

If this vacuum cleaner is used for commercial or rental purposes, the above warranty coverage applies for only 90 days from

INTRODUCTION

Your new Kenmore Home Cleaning Sys-tem is a deluxe high performance cleaner,designed for today's cleaning require-ments.

With proper care and maintenance, itshould provide you with years of service.It is important that you read this manual tofully understand the cleaner's capabilitiesas well as providing you with the essentialsregarding maintenance and safety. A com-plete list of operating parts and features isshown in figure 1.

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ANGLEDWAND

RECOVERYTANKPOWERHEAD

2-SPEED PUMP WANDSWITCH

RECOVERYTANK

SOLUTIONTANK

FLOORNO77LE

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VACUUM HOSE

\SOLUTION TUBE

the date of purchase.

This warranty gives you specific legal fights, and you tray also have other fights, which vary from state to state.SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/731CR-W, SEARS TOWER, CHICAGO, IL 60684

ASSEMBLYOF RECOVERYTANKAND SOLUTION TANKSeeFigure2

1. Place Recovery Tank into Solution Tank (align the word"VACUUM" on Recovery Tank with "VACUUM" onSolution Tank) and secure with Metal Latch.

2. Insert the plug on the Short Cord from the Solution Tankinto the Recovery Tank Power Head.

ASSEMBLYOF HOSE, WANDS,NOZZLEAND SOLUTION TUBINGSee Figure 11. Assemble the two Straight Wands.2. Assemble the upper Straight Wand to the Angled Wand

of the Hose.

3. Assemble the Floor Nozzle to the lower Straight Wand.NOTE: Be sure locking button engages properly whenassembling straight wands, angled wand, and floornozzle.

4. Push the Solution Tube Quick-DisconnectNutonto Trig-

get Valve. Twist clockwise to lock. See DETAIL "A" -Figure 3,

5. Push Solution Tube into Retaining Clips on Wands. Tub-

ing may be wrapped around Wands to take up excessslack.

6. Attach the Vacuum Hose to Recovery Tank inlet(Vacuum Inlet).

7, Push solution tube quick disconnect nut onto the quickdisconnect valve. Turn clockwise so valve posts lock intonotches in nut. See DETAIL "B" - Figure 3.

NOTE: To remove metal retaining clips from hose and solutiontube, squeeze tube with fingers before removing, Clips will dislodgeeasily. Also squeeze tube befvre reattaching clips to prevent hosepunctures.

POWER

PLUGSHORT

CORD INHERE

SHORTCORD

LATCH

TRIGGERVALVE

SOLUTION TUBENUT

POWERHEAD

RECOVERYTANK

SOLUTIONTANK

RETAININGCLIP

INLET

SOLUTION TUBE QUICKDISCONNECT NUT

QUICK DISCONNECTVALVE

DETAIL "B"

CARPETPREPARATION

For best results prepare carpet for cleaning as follows:1. Vacuum carpet to remove loose dirt before using Cleaner.

2. To remove stains and ground in dirt present in heavy trafficareas of the carpet, spray or rub Sears Heavy Traffic Pre-Treatment (82833) into carpet before using Cleaner. Followdirections on the bottle.

FILLING CLEANER WITH WATERANDCLEANING SOLUTIONSeeFigure 4

1. Open lid of the Filler Opening.2. Add Sears All In One Carpet Cleaner (82813) solution or

Sears Upholstery Cleaner (82843) solution to Solution Tank(depending on type of cleaning to be performed). Followdirections on label of bottle.

3. Pour clean, hot water (from tap) into Filler Opening in theSolution Tank -- use two (2) gallons of water.

4. Close Filler Opening.

NOTE: This unit may become damaged if boiling water is used.

FILLER)PENING

SOLUTIONTANK

POWERCORD AND SWITCHSee Figure 5

1. Make sure Short Cord is plugged in as shown.2. Plug Power Cord into electrical outlet.3. Turn Power Switch to "ON" position.

PUMPSWITCHSee Figure 5

1. Place Pump Switch from "OFF" position to either "HI" or"LO" position.

NOTE: "HI" pump speed is used for normal cleaning. "LO"pump speed is used for delicate upholstery or light cleaning.

PUMPSWITCH SHORT

CORD

POWERSWITCH

TESTFOR SOLUTION SPRAYSeeFigure 6

1. Hold Floor Nozzle above floor level.2. Pull Solution Release Trigger on Angled Wand.

DepressSolutionReleaseTriggerfor30-60 secondsuntilsolutionbeginsto/low.

3. Observe Floor Nozzle to make sure cleaning solu-tion is being sprayed evenly. (seeDETAIL"A" )

NOTE: If solution is not being sprayed evenly, referTrouble Shooting Chart.

RELEASETRIGGER

FLOORNOZZLE

CLEANING THECARPETSee Figures 7 & 8

Solution Dispensing Stroke:1. Start at a corner (recommended).2. Place Floor Nozzle so Suction Inlets are flush with

carpet.3. While exerting light pressure down on Floor

Nozzle, depress Solution Release trigger and slowlypull Floor Nozzle towards you. DepressSolution Re-lease Trigger fvr 30-60 seconds until solution begins to

NOTE: Do not overwet. If three or more cleaning strokesare required, let dry and then repeat cleaning process.

Solution Recovery Stroke:I. Release Solution Release Trigger.2. Lift Floor Nozzle off carpet.3. Return Floor Nozzle to point where you dispensed

cleaning solution and pull across carpet, recoveringdirty solution.

SPRAYS OFSOLUTION

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SUCTION INLETS

LIFT,SET FORWARD,PULL BACK ACROSS CARPET

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WHEN TO EMPTY RECOVERYTANKSee Figure 9

During normal operation, your cleaner may stop recoveringsolution from your carpel When this occurs there are three

check points to alert you:1. An increase in motor noise.

2. No solution visibly being recovered by the floor nozzle.

3. No air coming from the exhaust port of your cleaner.

When this occurs:

1. The Recovery Tank is full and the Float Valve in theRecovery Tank has been activated. The Recovery Tankshould be emptied.

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2. The Recovery Tank has foam in the Tank and the FloatValve has been activated.

NOTE: If cleaner is accidently turned over while in operation,the float may activate and shut off the suction. If this occurs,set the cleaner upright. Turn Power Switch "OFF' and let

motor come to a complete stop. Then turn switch back on andcontinue cleaning.

TO EMPTYRECOVERYTANKSee Figure I0

1. Turn Power Switch "OFF" and Disconnect Power Cordfrom Electrical Outlet.

2. Disconnect Short Cord located between Solution Tank

and Recovery Tank.3. Disconnect Vacuum Hose by depressing the Lock Button

and remove.

4. Twist Solution Tube Quick DisconnectNut counterclock-wise; lift and remove from Quick Disconnect Valve (SeeDETAIL "A" ).

5. Lift Latches on Power Head.

6. Lift power Head, by Handle, and remove from RecoveryTank.

7. Rotate Metal Latch on the Solution Tank and lift RecoveryTank from the Solution Tank.

8. Empty Recovery Tank.9. Reassemble cleaner and resume cleaning. NOTE: Power

Head is designed to go on in only one position. Make surethe word "VACUUM" on the Power Head is lined updirectly over the Hose Inlet on Recovery Tank as shown inFig. 10 or Power Head will not seal to unit properly.

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EXHAUSTPORT

RECOVERYTANK

LOCK BUTTON

VACUUMHOSE

QUICKDISCONNECT

VALVE

RECOVERYTANK

DETAIL "A"

SOLUTIONTUBING

POWER HEADHANDLE

ALIGN

OVERHOSEINLET

SHORT

LATCH

SOLUTIONTANK

TO EMPTYTHESOLUTION TANKSeeFigure 1I

When cleaning is completed, both the Recovery Tank and theSolution Tank should be emptied prior to storage. Empty theRecovery Tank as described earlier. There are three methodsof emptying the Solution Tank.Method 1:

1. Disconnect Short Cord from Recovery Tank.2. Remove Recovery Tank from Solution Tank and pour

solution out of the Filler Opening.Method 2:1. Place Floor Nozzle in bath tub or container.

2. Depress Solution Release Trigger and spray until empty.Method 3:1. Remove Floor Nozzle and insert Wand into Solution

Tank through the Filler Opening.2. Vacuum solution out.

3. All solution is now in Recovery Tank. Empty RecoveryTank as described earlier.

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METHOD 3

UPHOLSTERYNOZZLESee Figure 12

Cleanmore Carpet Cleaner Upholstery Nozzle is an attach-ment for furniture upholstery cleaning. The upholsterynozzle may also be used to dean auto upholstery or carpet-ing. In addition, the nozzle may be used to clean carpetedstairs and other areas difficult to clean with the normal floornozzle.

FLOORTOOLSSee Figure i3The Bare Floor/Carpet Brush (1) may be used on floorswithout carpet for DRY cleaning with paper dust bag in-stalled.

The Squeegee Attacbanent (2) is useful for WET pickup.CA UT/ON: D O NOT run the Pump Motor when using theseattachments. To prevent Pump Motor from operating, makesure Pump Motor Switch is in "OFF" position, or unplug theShort Cord from the Solution Tank to the Recovery Tank.

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DRY FLOOR POWER NOZZLESee Finite 14

Y¢_r cleaner, comes with a DRY FLCS) R Power Nozzle...,wImh'-"h......_,.,_,_-_rdry pick up. IHs very imp,;rta_v !b :_tthe disposable paper dust bag remain clean to allow air to,passthrough i_ white trapping dirt. If the d:.fst bag _sover fi!l_d errits pores become ciogged from fine powd .;rs, :m:,air can passthrough. This greatly r_!uces the efficie_v.:y of your cb,:a'n_:r

,Seaner's peak efficiency, ch_ck ti,e disposable p_per du-;t bagoften and replace wi_efi ch;_,g

USEAS A BLOWERSeeFigure 16

1+ Insert Hose into the Exhaust Port of the Power Head.2, Turn Power Switch "ON" and direct hose t_, ;area to be

blown.

KENMORESPRAYMATEATTACHMENT

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See Fig_re ! 7

Cleanmore Spraymate is ar_ optional attachmen_ _,, carpetcleaning, The Cleanmore Spraymate has a motorized _ea_.e'_"brush which is especially go_xl fi)r difficult to clea_ ;_r_2a_;;_fheavy traffic°Optional cleaning accessvrie:_may be pur+zhasc,d or ar&_ed _hr+mg_wur nearest Sears store. A complete set of instructio_ c_tn_ _fi_heach attachment set.

PROBLEM

!. Neither vacuum motor nor pump motorruns.

2. Vacuum motor runs, but lhere is nosp_ay at lhe nozzle.

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Spray from The floor nozzle does notcome out evenly,

Motor runs but cleaner does not pick upsolution from carpet (no exhaust fromtop of cPeaner).

5 Sp_ay connections leak.

POSSIBLESOLUTIONS*

!. Be sure power switch is in "ON" position,2. Be sure power cord is plugged in secure!y,3. Check wall electrical outlet (by piuug,_,_, in Q i-:nc_wn

working electrical appliance).

1. Be sure Short Cord from Power Heo,_,-_!o Sok_tion 1,;_nk issecurely plugged into receptacle on Jhe Powe,, '_-_,_

2. Check that Solution Tank is full.

3, Be sure Pump Switch is in the "HI" or "LO _ _,,._,--,,._,,:,,r4. Nozzle Ports may be clogged. See ilIust[otic'n b_kTv,.' tc.

unclog

t. Unclog the Nozzle Port, See illustration be!ow.

!. Recovery Tank ts full of dirty water and mus! be emptied.2, Check for clogged hose o,,nozzle. C._og_co,._d ._e_._t from

picking up materialsuch as carpet strings,shoe' "-=_ ',*, -

1, Disassemble. nut at leaking connection. Be scue w,._s[

SEARSHOME CLEANING SYSTEM-- MODEL 175.8690390

FIGUREA PARTSLIST(SEE PAGE 12 FOR EXPLODED VIEW)

KEY PARTNO.

I 644147-.0062 642337.002

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5 641798-0036 643492-0037 642149-004

8 643509-00_9 641843-014

t0 642367-006ti 6.44548-004i2 642367-004D3 643909-90214 642367-004I _,_ 642406-02!16 641857-01517 641866-044

!8 642409_00219 643584-00020 642405-00121 643579*00222 642313-00023 64.27!3-00524 662252-00225 968702-007

l 26 644846-00i27 64.2470-006

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l ! 663513-00I2 662262-002i 3 644037-004i 4 644848-007I

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_ 644038-009I , 663487-001t 663488-001l _ 968702-007

9 643502-010! 10 643570-028

1! 661404-007

i 12 663324-004i5 644038.010

I 4 643572-008'_ 662266"001

i !6 662266'O02IIl

DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. DESCRIPTIONHandle Plate 31 663402-001 Quick Disconnect Valve

Handle Screws (2} 32 640145-005 Separator Plate Screws (2)Handle Shroud w/Label 33 643565-023 Upper Container wi Fillet Doc,rSwitch Cap 34 706405-303 Hex NutMotor Housing Screws (2) 35 644802-001 Ground Lead ScrewFemale Pigtail 37 643562-007 Tubing Assembly (w #39 & 34)Wiring Nut (5) 37A 663486-00t Hose Clamps (2)Switch 38 643535-001 Valve Seat Screws (2)Power Cord 39 643438-006 Valve SeatMotor Sea! 40 643536-000 Gasket

Motor Cover 41 643566o018 Lower ContainerMotor Sea! 42 643531-008 Pigtaif wi Termina!Carbon Brush Asm. (2) 43 643533-002 Lower Containel Sclews (3)Motor Sea! 44 888493-304 Strain Reiief

Motor Asm. Complete 45 643685-001 Motor Screws (2)Latch (2) 46 642046-018 Dirt Container wi #24 & 25Cover Asm. wi #19, 20, 21,22 47 989629-002 Latch ScrewCover Screws (4) 48 660081-002 LatchFoam Filter 49 640940_001 SpacerValve Asm. w/#21, 22 50 643431-014 Fiifer DoorValve Screws (2) 51 643454-003 Washers (3)Sensor Guard 52 643583-000 Foam Filter

Pump Switch Cap 53 643685-001 Motor Screws (4)Bag Adapter 54 661393-00 ! Casters (3)Screws (2) 55 643t71-003 "O'; Ring Ga_ketTwo Speed Switch - PulT_:_wlSwitch Cap 56 644089-016 Pump Motor w/#5_Rivet 57 662381-00t Splash PialeWave Washer 58 968702-007 Screw (2)Washer (2) 59 20-50500 Disposab!e Dust BagSeparator Plate 661654-198 Owner's Manual

FIGUREB PARTSLIST(SEEPAGE 14 FOR EXPLODED VIEW)

DESCRIPTION

Angled Wand wi Key # 2, !4.1 riggerFerrule Nut (2)Hose Connector

Metal Clip (7)Tubing - HoseAuxiiiary Handie (Left)Auxiliary Handle (Right)Auxiliary Handle Screws (5)Hose FittingHose and Angled Wand Asm.8' Hose wi #4, 9Quick Disconnect Nul

Tubing - to NozzleValve Asm, Kit w/trigger"O" R_ng"O" Ring (2)

KEY PART NO, DESCRIPTION

!7 662264-00t Va!ve Shut O[!,'18 662263-00I Spring, Va!ve!9 643186-022 Straight Wands (2)20 643571-018 Nozz!e Asm. Corn_lete

w! Key # 3, !2,!321 644159-004 Retaining Ciip22 662368-002 Dry Floor Too!23 642458-006 We! Floor Too!24 641671-022 Crevice Toot25 662149-004 Dust Brush

26 662148-004 Dry Upholstery. Tool28 663324-003 Nut w! "O" Ring31 643737-015 Wet Uphostery "I,_

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Key Part No. Description

1 661964-001 MolorComplete2 660685-002 Motor Housir_g3 999349-003 Field4 999350-002 Armature {includes #151_5 661652..001 Bearing Strap (2)6 660697-00! Field Strap7 643526-002 Screw, Pan Head (17i9 607182-00i Clamp (2)

t0 661182-001 Carbon Brush Asm. (2)tt 661525-009 Top Cover12 661497-001 Reflector13 661496-001 Reflector14 66!523-001 Lens!5 611135-003 Bearing, Sleeve16 643146-002 Screw, Flat Head (_)17 661061-0! 1 Swivel16 661130-00! Swivel Strap (2)

Key Part No. Descriptioni9 661129-001 Swivel Sea!20 662464-002 Power Cord21 661262-001 Strain Relief

22 661679-001 Wheel Bushing (2)23 661082-001 Felt Washer (2)24 660688-007 Rear Wheel (2)25 _'_1124-005 Volute Covet2_ 66!392-00t Shaft, Front Whee! (2}27 661391-001 Front Whee! (2)28 660689-01t Bumper29 661524-707 Chassis30 966770-002 Socket3I 966790-001 Light Bulb

661649-001 Lead, White35 642149-004 Wire Nut, Ivory (2)36 661685-001 Floor Brush Asm37 SMB-4 Belt

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