Performance/Safety Features - Kenmore 116.31100 Use & Care Manual

MOTOR PROTECTION SYSTEM
Thermal Protector - Suction Motor
This vacuum cleaner has a thermal
protector which automatically trips to
protect the vacuum cleaner suction motor.
if a clog prevents the normal flow of air
to the motor, the thermal protector turns
the motor off automatically. This allows
the motor to cool in order to prevent
possible damage to the vacuum cleaner.
Thermal Protector - Agitator Motor
This vacuum cleaner has a thermal
protector which automatically trips to
protect the agitator motor. The thermal
protector turns the motor off
automatically. This allows the motor to
cool in order to prevent possible damage
to the vacuum cleaner.
To reset thermal protector: Turn the
vacuum cleaner off and unplug the power
cord from the outlet to allow the vacuum
cleaner to cool and the thermal protector
to reset.
_CAUTION
Always return the vaccum cleaner to the
upright position before using the hose and
attachments. Failure to do so may result _n
overheating of the agitator motor and can
cause the thermal proteclors to trip.
Check for and remove clogs, and reptace
bag if necessary. See CLOG REMOVAL
section. Also check and replace any
clogged filters. Wait approximately 40-
50 minutes before restarting vacuum
cleaner.
Motor Protector
This vacuum cleaner has a motor protector
by-pass valve which prevents motor
overheating and damage. The valve opens
to provide cooling
air when a clog tt_11 _ l
prevents normal
air flow to the
vacuum cleaner Motor
suction motor, You Protector
will notice a
change of sound
as air rushes
through the valve
opening.
To correct
problem, install a
new dust bag. If using attachments, adjust
to allow for greater air flow.
NOTE: The motor protector may open
when using attachments or when cleaning
new carpet due to reduced airflow caused
by the attachments themselves or by new
carpet tint filling the dust bag quickly.
Note: Do not block motor protector.
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