How do I repair my Kenmore canister vacuum model 116.23612300?

The powermate cord is snug between small latches direectly on the base. you have to remove the Height adjuster cam and depending on the model the Overload breaker as well. Pull the cap off where the plug is, and the cord itself connects Black (LEAD) to the overload breaker and White (Nuetral) to the other neutral cords. tHe Height adjuster snaps out, pry the end near the nozzle support out with a flathead screwdriver and that the majority of it.

Alexander (sorry that was the PCB answer Before)
December 2006

You can call Sears Parts Repair at (800)-4-MY-HOME. They always have it in stock. Try any other way and you're headed directly for Korea. Have the right Model Number Handy and, if you're a do-it-yourselfer, pay attention to how you put them in because, If you don't follow directions on the new ones, you can short them out prematurely! Good Luck!

Alexander
December 2006