PRIMARY FILTER CLEANING

it is recommended to clean filter with

cold water at least every three (3) months.

Check the primary filter frequently and clean when dirty.

1.Turn off and unplug vacuum cleaner.

2.Remove the dust bin. Refer to DUST BIN EMPTYING page 17.

3.On the dust

6.Remove primary filter from frame.

Fiffer

bin handle,

/-Dust Bin

push the

Release

Button

release

 

button,

 

4. Pull up on the dust bin lid

latch to open dust bin.

5. Remove the filter frame and

Primary filter.

Z Wash primary (foam) filter with cold water only, DO NOT use detergent or

soap. Repeat 10 times or until water runs clear.

8.Once the primary filter is washed clean, squeeze by hand and atlow to air dry.

9.Allow primary filter to air dry 24 hours before putting back into vacuum cleaner.

DO NOT operate without primary filter installed.

DO NOT wash in the dishwasher.

DO NOT install damp.

10.Reinstall the foam filter into the frame and then into the dust bin lid.

11.Close the lid. A noticeable "click" shouldbe heard.

12.Reinstal! dust bin into the vacuum

cleaner. See Dust Bin Emptying section. Refer to page 17.

NOTE: When the cleaning of the primary

filter no longer restores vacuum cleaner suction to full power, replace the primary

filter. Refer to page 5 for replacement

part number.

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Kenmore 116.31591 manual Primary Filter Cleaning, Do not wash in the dishwasher Do not install damp

116.31591 specifications

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