Kenmore 116.31512 Vacuum Cleaner User Manual


 
Always follow all safety precautions when
cleaning and servicing the vacuum
cleaner.
ElectricalShock Or Personal Injury
Hazard
Disconnect electrical supply before
servicingor cleaning the unit. Failure
to do so could result in electrical
shock or personal injuryfrom cleaner
suddenly starting.
If the cleaner does not seem to have ade-
quate suction, first check if the dust bag is
full or if a filter is clogged. See DUST
BAG CHANGING and FILTER CHANG-
ING.
If the bag and filter areas are free of
clogs, check the hose area. Remove the
lower end of the stretch hose from the
cleaner by grasping the hose collar, twist-
ing, and pulling straight out.
Stretch
Hose In
and Out
Plug in the
vacuum and
turn it on.
Stretch the
hose to
maximum
length and
then allow
the hose to
return to its
storage
length.
Turn the unit
off and
unplug the
unit.
Visually inspect the hose and the base
area into which the hose is inserted.
Remove any visible clog.
Re-insert the hose into the opening on
the lower body from which it was
removed. Press firmly to assure
connection.
- Stretch
Hose
Hose
Collar
WARNING
Personal Injury Hazard
DO NOT place hands or feet under-
neath the unit at any time. The agita-
tor will be revolving rapidly when the
vacuum is turned on and is in the
carpet setting.
If the bag and filter areas and the hose
areas are free of clogs, check the nozzle
area. To check this area, see the section
on BELT CHANGING AND AGITATOR
CLEANING.
Return the cleaner to the upright position
before plugging into an electrical outlet.
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