This document is a Use & Care Guide for a Kenmore Bagless Upright Vacuum with Hair Eliminator™ Brushroll, model DU2055. It provides instructions for assembly, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting, along with important safety information and warranty details.
Function Description:
The Kenmore DU2055 is a bagless upright vacuum cleaner designed for household use. Its primary function is to clean various floor surfaces, including bare floors, carpets, and rugs, and it also offers an "above floor" mode for cleaning with attachments. A key feature is the Hair Eliminator™ Brushroll, which is designed to prevent hair, string, and other debris from accumulating on the brushroll, automatically sending them to the dust cup. The vacuum also incorporates an AllergenSeal™ system, which traps 99.97% of dust and particles down to 0.3 microns, preventing them from being released back into the air.
Important Technical Specifications:
While specific power ratings (e.g., wattage, voltage) are not detailed in the provided excerpts, the manual does highlight several functional and safety specifications:
- Model Number: DU2055
- Filtration System: Bagless with AllergenSeal™ system, including Foam Filter, Felt Filter, and HEPA Media Exhaust Filter. The AllergenSeal™ system ensures 99.97% of dust and particles down to 0.3 microns are trapped.
- Brushroll: Hair Eliminator™ Brushroll, designed for self-cleaning of hair and debris.
- Safety Features:
- Thermal Protector: Automatically trips to protect the suction motor if airflow is blocked, preventing overheating and damage. It requires the vacuum to be turned off, unplugged, and cooled for approximately 50 minutes to reset.
- Brushroll Reset: Built-in protection against motor damage if the brushroll jams. If the brushroll slows or stops, an overload protector shuts off the brushroll motor, and a red indicator light illuminates. The suction motor continues to run. The brushroll resets automatically once the motor cools and the obstruction is cleared.
- Polarized Plug: The appliance has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other) to reduce the risk of electric shock.
- Suction Control: Adjustable suction for different fabric and carpet weights, with "+" for increased suction on bare floors and "-" for reduced suction and increased maneuverability on carpets.
Usage Features:
The Kenmore DU2055 offers versatile cleaning modes and attachments:
- Upright Mode:
- Handle Release: The handle can be released by placing a foot on the nozzle and pulling back to change its position.
- On/Off Switch: The vacuum has an On/Off switch with two positions: "I" for bare floors and small area rugs (brushroll does not rotate in this position) and "II" for carpets and rugs (brushroll rotates in this position).
- Brushroll Indicator Light: A light indicates the brushroll's status:
- Green, Continuous: Brushroll is spinning and working correctly.
- Red, Continuous: A jam in the brushroll area. Requires turning off, unplugging, and removing blockages.
- No Light: Brushroll is off.
- Above Floor Mode:
- Requires placing the vacuum in the upright locked position.
- The flexible hose can be pulled up and released for above-floor cleaning.
- Attachments:
- 3-in-1 Combination Tool: Can be used in crevice tool mode for tight spaces (furniture, between cushions, stairs), dusting brush mode for loose surfaces (drapes), and upholstery brush mode for fabric surfaces (sofas, bedsheets). It attaches to the flexible hose and extension wand.
- Extension Wand: Provides extended reach for attachments.
- Upholstery Tool: Specifically designed for cleaning fabric surfaces.
- Cord Management: Features upper and lower cord hooks for wrapping the power cord, and a locking notch to secure the power cord plug during operation.
Maintenance Features:
Regular maintenance is crucial for optimal performance and longevity of the vacuum:
- Dust Cup Emptying: The dust cup should be emptied after every use. It is removed by sliding a release button, positioned over a waste receptacle, and a dust release button is pressed to open the lid. The dust cup should be shaken to release debris from the pre-filter.
- Pre-Filter Cleaning: Located inside the dust cup, the pre-filter should be cleaned as needed to optimize suction power, and washed every three months. It can be gently tapped over a trash container or rinsed with cold water (no detergent or soap) and air-dried for 24 hours. It should not be washed in a dishwasher or installed damp.
- Foam and Felt Filters Cleaning: These filters should be cleaned with cold water every three months. They are removed after the dust cup is taken out, washed with cold water (no detergent or soap), squeezed by hand, and air-dried for 24 hours. They should not be washed in a dishwasher or installed damp. Replacement is recommended if cleaning no longer restores suction or if they are worn/broken.
- HEPA Media Exhaust Filter Cleaning: This filter should be cleaned with cold water annually. It is accessed by pressing a release tab on its cover, removed, washed with cold water (no detergent or soap), and air-dried for 24 hours. It should not be washed in a dishwasher or installed damp. Replacement is recommended if cleaning no longer restores suction or if it is worn/broken.
- Checking for Clogs:
- Flexible Hose: If abnormal noise or suction drop occurs, attachments should be removed, and the hose detached from the main body (by rotating to UNLOCKED position) to check for and remove clogs.
- Connection Hose: The connection hose can be detached from the main body by pressing a release tab to check for and remove clogs.
- Exterior and Attachments Cleaning: The exterior can be wiped with a soft, damp cloth (mild liquid detergent and water, then wrung dry). Attachments can be washed in warm soapy water, rinsed, and air-dried (not in a dishwasher). They should be dry before use.
- Brushroll Maintenance: The Hair Eliminator™ Brushroll is designed to self-clean hair. If the brushroll jams (indicated by a red light), the vacuum should be turned off, unplugged, and obstructions removed.
- Storage: The vacuum should be stored in a dry, indoor area with the handle locked in the upright position, and the power cord wrapped loosely around the cord hooks.
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