Kenmore
Upright Vacuum

Model #11638820 Official Kenmore vacuum cleaner

Here are the diagrams and repair parts for Kenmore 11638820 vacuum cleaner, as well as links to manuals and error code tables, if available.

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Gasket#35

Handle and bag housing Diagram

Gasket

Part #724915

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Insert#6

Nozzle and motor assembly Diagram

Insert

Part #724503

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Spring#24

Handle and bag housing Diagram

Spring

Part #723910

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Gasket#52

Nozzle and motor assembly Diagram

Gasket

Part #724613

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Screw#50

Handle and bag housing Diagram

Screw

Part #681501

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Gasket#51

Nozzle and motor assembly Diagram

Gasket

Part #724840

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Fan#19

Nozzle and motor assembly Diagram

Fan

Part #569509

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Pad#8

Nozzle and motor assembly Diagram

Pad

Part #722954

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Collar#2

Nozzle and motor assembly Diagram

Collar

Part #726130

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Cover#44

Handle and bag housing Diagram

Cover

Part #726333

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Symptoms common to all vacuum cleaners

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Main causes: damaged vacuum hose, clogged motor air filter, bad suction motor
Main causes: broken drive belt, damaged brush roll, tripped brush roll motor overload, bad brush roll motor, wiring failure
Main causes: lack of power, bad power cord, drive motor failure, wiring failure
Main causes: weak suction motor, vacuum bag is full, clog in suction air path, dirty exhaust filter, leaky vacuum hose

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