Kenmore 2621 Owners Manual - Page 12

THERMAL PROTECTOR This vacuum cleaner has a thermal protector which automatically trips to protect the vacuum cleaner from overheating. 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. To correct problem: Turn the vacuum cleaner off and unplug the power cord from the outlet to allow the vacuum cleaner to cool and the thermal protector to reset. Check for and remove clogs, if necessary. Also check and replace any clogged filters.Wait approximately thirty (30) minutes and plug the vacuum cleaner in and turn back on to see if the motor protector has reset. The vacuum cleaner creates suction that picks up dirt. Rapidly moving air carries the dirt to the dust bag through the airflow passages. The dust bag lets the air pass through, while it traps t i,_" /// the dirt. _/ / For best cleaning results, keep ._,_" /j the airflow passage open. Check the starred areas occasionally for clogs. //_% ,_/'y /F//j_ Unplug from outlet [i "_ before checking ._._ Motor Safety Filter _ Exhaust Filter 12