Performance Features - Kenmore 116.23203C Use & Care Manual

PERFORMANCE FEATURES
OVERLOAD PROTECTOR SUCTION CONTROL
The PowerMate ® has
built-in protection
against motor and
belt damage should
the agitator jam. If
the agitator slows
down or stops, the
overload protector
shuts off the
Overload Protector/
Belt Reset Button
PowerMate ®. The canister motor will continue to
run.
To correct problem: Turn off and unplug
vacuum cleaner, remove obstruction, then
press overload protector reset button.
If the problem persists, have the vacuum
cleaner serviced by a Sears or other qualified
service agent.
_WARNING
Personal Injury Hazard
Always turn off and unplug the vacuum
cleaner before cleaning the agitator area as
agitator may suddenly restart. Failure to do so
can result in personal injury.
EDGE CLEANER
Active brush edge cleaners
are on both sides of the
PowerMate ®. Guide either
side of the PowerMate ®
along base-boards or next
to furniture to help remove
dirt trapped at carpet
edges.
The suction control
allows you to
change the
vacuum cleaner
suction for Suction Suction
different fabric
and carpet weights. Opening the control
decreases suction for draperies and lightweight
rugs, while closing the control increases suction
for upholsteries and carpets.
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 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.
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, if necessary. Also check and
replace any clogged filters. Wait
approximately thirty (30) minutes and plug the
vacuum cleaner in and turn back on to see if
the motor protector has reset.
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