Kenmore TYPE K User Manual

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IN USE
When in use the power indicator turns green. The 4 progressive performance
bars will appear. A normally functioning unit should have all 4 performance
barslit.Ifthereareconsistentlylessthan2bars,youshouldcheckforthe
problem. Possible issues causing the performance bars to lessen could be:
1.Blockedsuctionatthehoseend
2.Cloggedpipeinsystem
3.Airrestrictivetoolbeingused,suchasacrevicetool
4. Full dirt receptacle
5.Cloggedltrationsystem
EMPTY DIRT RECEPTACLE
Every25hoursofuse(approximately6months)theemptydirtreceptacle
indicator will flash on the screen. This is an indication to check the dirt
receptacle and empty it. Since this is time based, you may find the dirt
receptacletooemptyortoofull.Ifyouhavepets,aworkshoporother
factorsthatcausewastemorefrequently,youmaywishtocheckthe
dirtreceptaclemorefrequently.
Once the dirt receptacle is emptied, you push the return button to reset
the25hourstimer.Ifyourpowersupplyisinterrupted,orotherwise
unplugged, the empty dirt receptacle indicator will keep a memory of its
previous status and continue life measure.
TomanuallyresettheEmptyDirtReceptacleindicator,simplypressthe
buttonliningupwiththeEntersymbol,andholdfor10seconds.
LIFE METER
Thelifemeterhas8barsonit.Oncethesebarsaredepletedyouunitwill
continue to run, although it is strongly recommended to take it to your local
service center to be inspected and serviced. A life bar will deplete every
65 hours of vacuum use, meaning your central vacuum will have a long life
of service to you. The life meter can be reset only by your service technician.
Ifyoupowersupplyisinterrupted,orotherwiseunplugged,thelifemeter
will keep a memory of its previous status and continue life measure.
SERVICE INDICATOR
Ifthereisasystemfault,ormalfunctionwithyourpowerunit,theserviceindicator
willash.Uponseeingthissymbol,werecommendthatyouturnthepower
unitoff,unplugthepowersupplyfor10secondsandthenplugitbackin.Ifthe
service symbol is still on the screen, we recommend that you call for service.
This symbol may appear due to the following faults:
• Motorproblem
• Electronicproblem
• Voltageorcurrentproblem(toohighortoolow)
• Powerunitnotrespondingtoelectronics
SCROLLING YOUR LCD
Whennotinuse,youcanscrollthroughthefeaturesofyourLCDto
observe the dirt receptacle status, life monitor measure or most recent
recorded power level.
To scroll through these features simply push the button corresponding
with the right pointing arrow symbol.
ThenextscreenyouwillseewillbetheLifeMeter.Scrollrightfurther
and you will find Bucket Status. Yet another scroll will show you last
recorded performance levels of the power unit, using the Performance
MeterontheIn-Usescreen.Thenalscrollrightwillshowyouthecustomer
service phone number.
The button lining up with the left scroll button will allow you to scroll
backwards through the screens.
BAG ADAPTOR
Your power unit can all be fitted with a convenient paper bag for more
convenient dirt disposal. For maintenance of the paper bag, please see
thePaperBagFiltersection,underFilterMaintenance.
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UTILITY VALVE
TheutilityvalveissimilartoanInletvalve,butislocatednearthepower
unit. This valve is present for your convenience, as it can help clean up
any dirt spilled close to the central vacuum.
OVERHEATING PROTECTION
Ifthecircuitboardreachesanelevatedtemperature,thepowerunitthe
powerunitwillnotoperateandtheLEDwillbeofforonLCDmodelthe
screenwillbeashing.Intheeventoftheseproblems,presstheOn/Off
button,unplughoseorwaitfortemperaturetolower.Ifproblemspersist;
contact your authorized dealer or distributor.
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OVERLOAD PROTECTION
The central vacuum system employs features that monitor the following operating
levels:ACvoltage,andcurrentdraw.Ifthevoltageisbeloworabovestandard
operating voltage, high current draw or locked rotor, the power unit will not
operate.InthiscasetheOn/Offbuttonwillblinkuntiltheproblemceasesoron
theLCDmodelthescreenwillash.Ifproblemspersist;contactyourauthorized
dealerordistributor.Thepowerunitrequires30minutestocooldown.
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DIAGNOSTICS AND MAINTENANCE
Reduced airflow or suction indicates the central vacuum system is not
operatingatmaximumefciency.Ifthedirtreceptacleisfullandthelter
is clogged, no air can pass through the unit and no cleaning can take place.
Instructionsprovidedinthebookletserveasaguidetoroutinemaintenance.
Proper airflow or suction can be maintained by keeping the dirt receptacle
and filter clean and the plastic tubing and hose free from clogs.
EMPTYING THE DIRT RECEPTACLE
Mostmodelsfeaturedirtreceptacleswithwindowstotellataglancewhen
thedirtreceptacleshouldbeemptied.Inmostcases,thedirtreceptacle
onlyneedstobeemptiedtwotothree(2-3)timesayear.Toremove the dirt

Kenmore TYPE K Specifications

General

Brand	Kenmore
Model	TYPE K
Category	Central Vacuum Systems
Language	English