Kenmore Wand Wire Harness - 21814/81714 Canister 1200XP It is the fabric shell

It is the fabric shell that keeps the bagged system contained

The black cord delivers power to the motor and reaches well across a room for uninterrupted cleaning

Alternatively

then buff clean with a dry cloth

Kenmore Wand Wire Harness - 21814/81714 Canister 1200XP It is the fabric shellThis genuine OEM wand wire harness for the Kenmore 21814 and 81714 canisters carries the electrical connection through the wand to the vacuum's powered components. It is the lower cable assembly that keeps power flowing to the nozzle as the wand moves. When the power nozzle loses power intermittently as you move the wand, a damaged wire harness is a common cause. Flexing and handling eventually break down the internal conductors. A sound harness