Before Using Your New
Vacuum Cleaner .................... 2
Packing List ...................... 2
Kenmore Vacuum Cleaner Warranty .... 3
important Safety instructions .......... 4
Parts and Features ................ 5-6
Assembly instructions .............. 7-8
Operating instructions ............. 9-14
How to Start ..................... 9
Vacuuming Tips .................. 10
Attachments .................. 11-12
Attachment Use Table ............. 12
Performance Features ............. 13
Suggested Pile Height Settings ...... 14
Canister Care ................... 14-16
Removing Clogs ................. 14
Bag Changing ................... 15
Cleaning Exterior and Attachments .. 15
Motor Safety Filter Cleaning ....... 16
Exhaust Filter Changing ........... 16
PowerMate ® Care ................ 17-19
Belt Changing and Agitator
Cleaning ..................... 17-18
Bulb Changing ................... 18
Agitator Servicing ................ 19
Troubleshooting ................... 20
Master ProtectionAgreements ........ 22
Requesting Assistance
Or Service ................. Back Cover
Please read this guide. It will help you assemble and operate your new Kenmore vacuum
cleaner in the safest and most effective way.
For more information about vacuum cleaner care and operation, call your nearest Sears store.
You will need the complete model and serial numbers when requesting information. Your
vacuum cleaner's model and serial numbers are located on the Model and Serial Number
Plate.
Use the space below to record the model number and serial number of your new Kenmore
vacuum cleaner.
Model No.
Serial No.
Date of Purchase
Keep this book and your sales check (receipt) in a safe place for future reference.
I PACKING LiST
Your KENMORE VACUUM CLEANER is packaged with the following parts and compo-
nents assembled separately in the carton:
1 Canister Vacuum Cleaner 1 Combination Brush _
1 PowerMate ® 1 Upper Wand
1 Hose Assembly 1 Lower Wand
1 Floor Brush _ 1 Use& Care Guide
1 Crevice Tool _ 1 Repair Parts List
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Each of the above assemblies are shown in detail inside the repair parts list.
_These items are found under the Tool Cover.
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