Performance/Safety Features; By-Pass Valve; Thermal Protector - Kenmore 116.31069 Use & Care Manual

PERFORMANCE/SAFETY FEATURES J
MOTOR PROTECTION
SYSTEM
By-Pass Valve
This vacuum cleaner has a by-pass valve
which automatically opens to provide
cooling air to the vacuum cleaner motor
when a clog prevents the normal flow of
air to the motor. The by-pass valve opens
to prevent motor overheating and possible
damage to the vacuum cleaner. You wilt
notice a change of sound as air rushes
through the valve opening.
Thermal Protector
This vacuum cleaner has a thermal
protector, which automatically trips to
protect the vacuum cleaner from
overheating. If a clog prevents the normal
f!ow of air to the motors the thermal
protector turns the motor off
automatically. This allows the motor to
cool in order to prevent possib!e damage
to the vacuum cleaner.
To correct problem: 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. Check for and remove clogs,
replace bag if necessary. See CLOG
REMOVAL section Page 22. Also check
and replace any clogged filters. Wait
approximately 40-50 minutes before
restarting vacuum cleaner.
NOTE: The by-pass
valve may open
when using
attachments or
when cleaning new
carpet due to
reduced airflow
caused by the
attachments
By-Pass Valve
themselves or by (BehindHose)
new carpet lint
filling the dust bag quickly.
NOTE: Do not block by-pass valve.
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