Before UsingYour NewVacuum ....... 2Kenmore Vacuum Cleaner Warranty . .. 2Important Safety Instructions ......... 3Parts and Features ................. 4-5Assembly Instructions ............. 6-7Use ............................ .... 8How to Start ........................ 8Vacuuming Tips ..................... 9Suggested Pile Height Settings ......... 9Attachments ....................... 10Attachment Use Chart ............... 10Performance Features ............... 11How '(our Vacuum Works ............. 12Canister Care ....................... t2Cieaning Exterior and Attachments ..... t2Dust Bin Cleaning .................. 13Filter Changing/Cleaning ........... 14-16Power-Mate ® Care .................. 16Light Bulb Changing ................. 17Belt Changing and Brush Cleaning ... 17-18Brush Servicing .................... 19Brush Assembly .................... 19Troubleshooting .................... 20Requesting AssistanceOr Service .................. Back CoverPlease read this guide. It will help you assemble and operate your new Kenmore vacuum inthe 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'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.Model No.Serial No.Date of PurchaseKeep this book and your sales check (receipt) in a safe place for future reference.LIMITED ONEYEAR WARRANTY ON KENMORE VACUUM CLEANERThis warranty is for one yearfrom 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., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, tL 60179