Kenmore 116.23612 Owner's Manual page 2

Before Using Your New Vacuum ...... 2
Kenmore Vacuum Cleaner Warranty,., 2
Important Safety Instructions ......... 3
Parts and Features ................. 4-5
Assembly Instructions ............. 6-7
Power-Mate Jr. ®Storage .............. 7
Use ................................ 8
How to Start ........................ 8
VacuumingTips ..................... 9
Suggested Pile Height Settings ........ 10
Attachments ....................... 10
Attachment Use Chart ............... 11
Performance Features ............. 11-12
How Your Vacuum Works ........... 13
Canister Care ...................... 13
Bag Changing ..................... 13
Cleaning Exterior and Attachments ...... t4
Motor Safety Filter Changing .......... 14
Exhaust Filter Changing .............. 15
Power-Mate ® Care .................. 15
Belt Changing and Agitator Cleaning .. 16-17
Light Bulb Changing ................. 18
Agitator Servicing ................... 18
Troubleshooting .................... 19
Requesting Assistance
Or Service .................. Back Cover
Please read this guide, It will help you assemble and operate your new Kenmore vacuum in
the safest and most effective way.
For more information about vacuum cleaner care and operation, call your nearest Sears
store. You will need the complete model and serial numbers when requesting information.
Your vacuum's model and serial numbers are located on the Model and Serial Number Plate.
Use the space below to record the model number and serial number of your new Kenmore
vacuum.
Model No.
Serial No.
Date of Purchase
Keep this book and your sales check (receipt) in a safe place for future reference.
LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON KENMORE VACUUM CLEANER
This warranty is for one year from the date of purchase, and includes only private household
vacuum cleaner use. During the warranty year, when this vacuum cleaner is operated and
maintained according to the owner's manual instructions, Sears will repair any defects in
material or workmanship free of charge.
This warranty excludes vacuum bags, belts, light bulbs, and filters, which are expendable parts
and become worn during normal use.
For warranty service, return this vacuum cleaner to the nearest Sears Service Center in
the United States.
This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., DI817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179