Kenmore 116.3181 manual Motor Protection System, Motor Profector

MOTOR PROTECTION SYSTEM

Thermal Protector - Suction Motor This vacuum cleaner has a thermal

protector which automatically trips to protect the vacuum cleaner suction motor° If a clog prevents the normal flow of air to the motor, the thermal protector turns the motor off automatically. This allows the motor to cool in order to prevent possible damage to the vacuum cleaner°

Thermal Prolector - Agitator Motors This vacuum cleaner has thermal

protectors which automatically trip to protect the agitator motors,The therma! protectors turn the motors off automatically. This allows the motors to

cool in order to prevent possible damage to the vacuum cleanen

To reset thermal protectors: Turn the vacuum cleaner off and unplug the power cord from the outlet to allow the vacuum cleaner to cool and the thermal

protectors to reset.

CAUTION

Always return the vaccum cleaner to the upright position before using the hose and attachements_ Failure to do so may

result in overheating of the agitator motors and can cause the thermal

protectors to trip. ...................

Check for and remove clogs, and replace bag if necessary. See CLOG REMOVAL section, Also check and replace any clogged filters. Wait approximately 40-,50 minutes before restarting vacuum cleaner.

Motor Profector

This vacuum cleaner has a motor

protector by-passvalve which prevents motor overheating and damager The valve opens to provide cooling air when a

clog prevents normal air flow to the vacuum cleaner suction moton You will

notice a change of sound as air rushes through the valve opening.

To correct problem, install a new dust bag, if using attachments, adjust to allow for greater air flowo

NOTE: The motor protector may open when using aflachments or when cleaning new carpet due to reduced airflow caused by the attachments themselves or by new carpet llnt filling the dust bag quickly.

NOTE: Do not block motor protector.

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