Before Using Your New
Vacuum Cleaner .................. 2
Kenmore Vacuum Cleaner Warranty , _ 3
Important Safety Instructions ........ 4
Parts and Features ................. 5-6
Assembly Instructions ......... 7-8
Power-Mate Jr3 Storage ............ 8
Operating Instructions ................ 9
How to Start ..................... 9
Vacuuming Tips ............... 10
Suggested Pile Height Settings ......... 11
Attachments ....................... 11
Altachment Use Table ............... 12
Performance Features ............. 12-14
How Your Vacuum Cleaner Works ...... 14
Canister Care ..................... 15
Bag Changing ................... 15
Cleaning Exterior and Attachments ........ 15
Motor Safety Filter Changing ........ 16
Exhaust Fiiter Changing ................ !7
Power-Mate ® Care ................... 17
Dirt Sensor ......................... 18
Beit Changing and Agitator Cleaning .. t8-19
Light Bulb Changing ............ 20
Agitator Servicing ................... 20
Troubleshooting .................. 21
Requesting Assistance
Or Service ................ Back Cover
Please read this guide. It will help you assemble and operate your new Kenmore vacuum
cteaner in the safest and most effective way,
For mere information about vacuum cleaner care and operation, call your nearest Sears store°
You wilt need the complete model and serial numbers when requesting information. Your vacu-
um cleaner'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 cleaner_
Model No.
Serial No.
Date of Purchase
Keep this book and your sales check (receipt) in a safe place for future reference.
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