Kenmore 116.31040 Use & Care Manual page 2

Before Using Your New
Vacuum Cleaner .................. 2
Packing List .................... 2
Vacuum Cleaner Help Line .......... 3
I(enmore Vacuum Cleaner Warranty . . 3
important Safety Instructions ........ 4
Parts and Features ................ 5
Assembly Instructions .............. 6
Handle ........................ 6
Attachment Assembly ............ 7
Power Cord .................... 8
Operating instructions .............. 9
Power Cord .................... 9
Releasing the Handle ............ 10
OFF/FLOOR/CARPET Switch ..... 10
Pile Height Selection ............. 11
Attachments ................... 12
Attachment Use Table ........... 13
Vacuuming Tips ................ 13
Performance/Safety Features ..... 14-15
Vacuum Cleaner Care ............. 16
Vacuum Cleaner Storage ........ 16
Cleaning Exterior and Attachments .16
Dust Cup Emptying ............. 17
Dust Cup Cleaning .............. 18
Pre-Filter Cleaning .............. 19
Primary and Secondary Filter
Cleaning ...................... 20
Exhaust Filter Replacement ....... 21
Agitator Cleaning .............. 21
Clog Removal .............. 22-23
Troubleshooting .................. 24
Master Protection Agreements ...... 25
Requesting Assistance
Or Service ................ Back page
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 Parts
and Repair Center or the Vacuum Cleaner Help Line listed on the cover of this guide. 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 numberand 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.
PACKING LiST
Your KENMORE VACUUM CLEANER is packaged with the following parts and compo-
nents assembled separately in the carton:
1 Upright Vacuum Cleaner 1 Pet Handi Mate
TM
1 Handle 1 Telescoping Wand
1 Crevice Tool 1 Use & Care Guide
1 Combination Brush 1 Repair Parts List
Each of the above assemblies are shown in detail inside the Repair Parts List.
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