Kirby Sentria - Manual (Page 7)

6
Getting Started
PART ONE
This section outlines general information you will need as you begin
using your Sentria® system. It includes information on:
Moving and Carrying Your System
Using the Handle Tilt Latch Lock
The Toe-Touch Control
Adjust the Cleaning Height
Using Tech Drive® Power Assist
Installing/Changing Disposable Filter Bags
Emptying the Mini Em-Tor® Collector
Understanding the Belt Lifter
MOVING YOUR SYSTEM
Your Sentria system is equipped with Tech Drive® power assist. In order
to push your unit with the motor OFF, the Tech Drive Pedal  11 must be
turned OFF (disengaged).
Turn Tech Drive power assist OFF by pushing down on the gray “N” side
(marked “N” for Neutral) of the Tech Drive N/D Pedal. (See page 7 for
additional information.) ❏
HANDLE TILT LATCH LOCK
The Handle Tilt Latch Lock  10 will allow you to lift the front of the
Sentria system over door thresholds or throw rugs. To do so, move the Tilt
Latch Lock towards the bag. By doing this, the handle will only lower part
way. This allows you to push down on the locked handle and lift the front of
the unit. ❏
LOCK THE UPRIGHT HANDLE
Move the Handle Tilt Latch Lever away from the bag. This will lock the
base in place when the unit is lifted off the floor. ❏
NOTE: The Handle Tilt Latch Lever should always be in the center
position when vacuuming.
LIFT THE SYSTEM
Use either the Lower Carrying Grip in the center of the handle, or the
Upper Carrying Grip above the bag to lift and carry the system. ❏
CAUTION: !
Never unlock the Handle Tilt Latch without holding on to the handle. The
handle is spring-loaded and could quickly pivot upward when unlatched.