Kenmore
Canister Vacuum

Model # 11621981 Official Kenmore vacuum cleaner

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Nut 596564
#8

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Nut

Part #596564

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Plug 741428
#24

Attachment parts diagram

Plug

Part #741428

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Vacuum Caster 764256
#24

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Vacuum caster

Part #764256

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Scent Pak 741345
#2

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Scent pak

Part #741345

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Pan Base 704242
#29

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Pan base

Part #704242

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Insert 704354
#40

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Insert

Part #704354

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Gasket 704738
#41

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Gasket

Part #704738

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Handle 704243
#3

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Handle

Part #704243

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Adapter 725478
#6

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Adapter

Part #725478

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Gasket 764415
#11

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Gasket

Part #764415

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Repair guides for canister vacuums

How to replace a vacuum power head ribbed drive belt

How to replace a vacuum power head ribbed drive belt

Some canister vacuums have a ribbed drive belt that spins the brush roll on a power brush attachment. If the brush roll …

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 30 minutes or less
How to replace a vacuum suction motor

How to replace a vacuum suction motor

The suction motor on a vacuum creates the draw of air at the cleaning head that picks up dirt. If the vacuum won't run, …

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 15 minutes or less
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How to replace a vacuum beater bar

Replace the brush roll if the bristles ares worn or the cylinder is damaged.…

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 30 minutes or less

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