Kenmore 53296 EF-9 Media Vacuum Cleaner Exhaust Filter for Upright and Canister Vacuums
- Canister Filter
- Paper
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The OEM part for EF-9 Kenmore machines, and the safe choice if generic filters have already given you fit trouble. Confirm the EF code in your manual first.
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Overview
Kenmore's 53296 is the factory EF-9 HEPA exhaust filter, sold singly, for Kenmore and Kenmore Elite upright and canister vacuums. It captures 99.97 percent of particles down to 0.3 microns and is listed for bagless models 110065 and 22614 and Pet Friendly models 81714 and 31140.
An exhaust filter sits at the very end of the airflow path, so it governs what actually leaves the vacuum and enters the room. That makes it the part responsible for whether a vacuum smells stale in use and whether fine dust gets recirculated, and it is why Kenmore lists these machines as certified asthma and allergy friendly with the correct filter fitted. It is a consumable, not a lifetime component.
- Kenmore EF-9 HEPA exhaust filter, 1 pack
- Captures 99.97 percent down to 0.3 microns
- For Kenmore and Kenmore Elite upright and canister
- Listed for 110065, 22614, 81714 and 31140
Who it's for
For Kenmore owners whose manual specifies the EF-9 filter, particularly households with allergies or pets where exhaust filtration matters. Kenmore machines calling for a different EF code will not accept it, and the fit is exact rather than trim-to-size. Anyone comparing generics should weigh a modest price gap against the fitting problems reported with alternatives.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Reviews focus almost entirely on fit, which appears to be the deciding issue with this filter. Multiple buyers say they tried other filters first and found they did not seat correctly, then had no trouble with this one. One notes no odor or dust from the machine after installing it, and the same reviewer flags the price as slightly above the alternatives they tested. Several specifically value that it is the genuine Kenmore part rather than a copy, and installation is described as quick across the board.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Genuine Kenmore part, exact housing fit
- Tool-free swap in seconds
- HEPA rated to 0.3 micron at the exhaust
- Covers both upright and canister models
- Priced above generic equivalents
- Single filter per pack
- Only fits EF-9 specified Kenmore machines
Performance notes
HEPA media at the exhaust stage filters the air moving from the machine back into the room, which is a different job from the bag or the pre-motor filter and cannot be substituted by either. A clogged or ill-fitting exhaust filter shows up as reduced suction and as dust or odor in the exhaust stream. Replacement takes seconds and needs no tools; the filter drops into its housing and the cover closes over it.
Specifications
| Brand | Kenmore |
|---|---|
| Model | 53296 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 4.5 × 1.6 × 6.8 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Paper |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Compatible Devices | KENMORE UPRIGHT AND CANISTER MODELS: Bag less 110065, bag less 22614, pet friendly 81714, pet friendly 31140 |
| Compatible Vacuum Cleaner Models | Kenmore 10065, Kenmore 21814, Kenmore 22614, Kenmore 31140, Kenmore 31150, Kenmore 81714, Kenmore BU1005, Kenmore BU1017, Kenmore BU1018 |
| Included components | |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | HEPA FILTER |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Reusability | Disposable |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in canister filters.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenmore 53296 EF-9 Media Vacuum Cleaner Exhaust Filter for Upright and Canister VacuumsThis product | 4.8 / 5 | 837 | - |
| Electrolux EF150 New Ultrapower Vacuum Cleaner Filters EUP82MGElectrolux | 4.8 / 5 | 105 | 4.2 / 5 |
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Questions about the Kenmore 53296
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Which Kenmore vacuums take the 53296 EF-9 filter?
Kenmore and Kenmore Elite uprights and canisters specified for EF-9, including bagless 110065 and 22614 and Pet Friendly 81714 and 31140. Check your manual, since other Kenmore machines use different EF codes.
Is the Kenmore 53296 an original manufacturer part?
Yes, it is the Kenmore branded EF-9 filter rather than a third-party equivalent.
Where does the EF-9 sit in the vacuum?
It is the exhaust filter, cleaning air on its way out of the machine. It does not replace the bag or a pre-motor filter.