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Kenmore 4.5 Canister - how to access motor?

Hello My brother is trying to fix an old vacuum cleaner and can't find the trick to opening the canister to... [Read more]

my belt is putting black marks on my carpet?

I have a Kenmore Canister 116.57112790. The powerhead works fine, but the little piece that protects the carp... [Read more]

How to wind power cord on retractable cord reel of kenmore canister vac?

This reel is on the majority of Kenmore canister vacs. I have taken the machine apart to access the ree♠... [Read more]

I need the part number for the Triac on KC86WBZRZ000 pcb?

I would rather replace the Triac which is blown than the entire circuit bd.. I am unable to identify the part ... [Read more]

Kenmore canister model #116 25615506 handle wont extend?

Kenmore canister model #116 25615506 telescoping handle wont extend.

How to fix my Kenmore Powermate Canister vacuum (model 116.23812300)?

Vacuum runs but does not get power to the Power-Mate (carpet) attachment even when switched to "carpet" settin... [Read more]

how do i repair kenmore progressive vacuum dirt sensor?

the dirt sensor in my kenmore progressive canister vacuum model 116.23813300 will not reset to green. Does th... [Read more]

How to disassemble Kenmore Vacuum?

Kenmore Canister Vacuum 116.25812505, Motor has strong burning smell. This is the motor in the canister, not ... [Read more]

Kenmore canister vac 116.23912300?

My Vac would not shut off so I ordered and replaced the PCB by the motor. I connected the wires exactly like ... [Read more]

How do I replace the off/on switch on Kenmore 116 27212790 canister vacuum?

I cannot turn the vacuum off and on with the switch. It is a "pedal" type switch (rectangular) at the rear of... [Read more]

How to fix Sears model 116.23913300 electrical problem?

I bought a new hose for this vacuum and when I attached it to the canister and plugged the unit into the wall ... [Read more]

My Kenmore progressive canister model 116.25614400 just stopped!?

My Kenmore progressive canister vac just stopped today when I was vacuuming. Have no idea why? What are the ... [Read more]

Need a wiring diagram for Kenmore canister vacuum, model #116 23513300?

Had to install a new harness which attaches the hose to the switch. Thought I put all the wires in the right ... [Read more]

How do I replace the power cord on Kenmore canister vac model 116.2501290?

How do I replace the power cord on Kenmore canister vac model 116.2501290?

my kenmore 116 canister vac will not turn on?

there is 120VAC going into the switch in the motor compartment but not out to the switch on the hose / handle... [Read more]

Canister model # 116.2351. How do I open the handle to check the switch?

I've taken the 3 screws out to open the handle and check the switch but it still won't pop open.????

how do I get the electrical cord out of the hole?

Kenmore vacuum canister type model 116, electrical retractible cord went all the way into its hole and I canno... [Read more]

my kenmore canister model 116 won't turn on. Is there a fuse I can replace?

Is there a fuse for the kenmore canister model 116? I think it may have shorted out. Now it won't turn on.

how do I change the belt on a vacuum?

I have a Kenmore Whispertone canister vacuum model#116 2501290 that I think I need to change the belt on. I do... [Read more]

why won't it turn back on? Kenmore Canister Vac 116.25915503?

re Kenmore Canister Vacuum Cleaner 116.25915503 the problem: i was using vacuum and was moving around as... [Read more]