Don't forget there is the video instruction you can view on Youtube.

With regards to servicing yourself it depends on whether you want to just clean it up or do a complete strip down.

A clean up you can do yourself. But only use genuine Kirby parts (Bags, Belts etc)

James

Walter, should you want to do your own maintenance, you can do 90% of the maintenance yourself with only 3 tools: Philips screwdriver, Flathead screwdriver, small vicegrips. should you decide to remove or replace the fan, you will also need a small allen wrench or very small screwdriver to insert into the motor shaft to hold it in place while you unscrew the belt pulley.

There are a couple of excellent videos on youtube showing how to disassemble the Kirby vacuum for maintenance.

Torx screws are on the G5 and later models. G3 and G4 use Philips screws.