Dust Bin Cleaning; Dust Bin Assembly - Kenmore 116.36724 Owner's Manual

Check primary filter frequently and clean
when dirty• Remove the dust bin assembly
as outlined in the DUST BIN CLEANING
section and empty contents of dust bin.
Make sure dust bin is empty before filter is
removed• Grasp filter screen, rotate
counter-clockwise and lift out.
Primary
Filter
Grasp primary filter, rotate counter-
clockwise and lift out. Clean primary filter
by gently tapping over a trash container.
The filter may be cleaned by tapping it on a
firm surface. Tap on several sides to
ensure best cleaning.
After every 5th cleaning cycle, rinse filter
exterior with water under a faucet• Once
the filter is rinsed clean, damp dry with a
cloth and let air dry for 24 hours•
Rinse with water only, do not use detergent
or soap. Allow filter to dry 24 hours
before putting it back into the dust bin.
When the cleaning of the filter no longer
restores vacuum suction to full power you
need to replace the filter.
Before replacing the primary filter it is a good
idea to clean the inside of the dust bin and lid
area•
Rotate filter clockwise until slots lock onto
tabs in lid.
To re-install the filter screen, align tabs on
filter screen with tabs on lid.
Rotate filter screen clockwise to lock in
place•
Primary
Fi ter
Lid _
Before replacing the filter it is a good idea to
clean the inside of the dust bin and lid area.
Rotate filter clockwise until slots lock onto
tabs in lid.
NOTE: Under normal use and care, your fil-
ter can be expected to last up to 3 years•
NOTE: See Parts and Features for Filter
number•
14