Before Using Your NewVacuum Cleaner .................... 2Kenmore Vacuum Cleaner Warranty ... 2Important Safety Instructions ......... 3Parts and Features .................. 4Assembly Instructions ............. 5-6Operating Instructions ............... 6How To Start ....................... 6Pile Height Selection and Setting ........ 7Releasing the Handle ................. 7ON/OFF Switch ..................... 7Attachments ........................ 8Attachment Use Chart ................ 9Vacuuming Tips ..................... 9Performance Features ............... 10Vacuum Cleaner Care ............... 11Cleaning Exterior and Attachments ..... 11Dust Bag Replacement .............. 12Motor Safety Filter Cleaning ........... 13Filter Changing/Cleaning ............. 13Belt Changing and Agitator Cleaning .. 14-16Clog Removal ..................... 17Light Bulb Changing ................. 18Agitator Servicing ................... 19Troubleshooting .................... 20Requesting AssistanceOr Service ................... Back PagePlease read this guide. It will help you assemble and operate your new Kenmore vacuumcleaner 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 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 Kenmorevacuum cleaner.Model No.Serial No.Date of PurchaseKeep this book and your sales check (receipt) in a safe place for future reference.LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON KENMORE VACUUM CLEANERThis warranty is for one year from the date of purchase, and includes only private householdvacuum cleaner use. During the warranty year, when this vacuum cleaner is operated andmaintained according to the owner's manual instructions, Sears will repair any defects inmaterial or workmanship free of charge.This warranty excludes vacuum bags, belts, light bulbs, and filters, which are expendable partsand become worn during normal use.For warranty service, return this vacuum cleaner to the nearest Sears Service Center inthe United States.This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States. This warranty givesyou specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.Sears, Roebuck and Co., 1:)/817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 601792