COMMERCIAL UPRIGHT VACUUM CLEANER OWNER’S GUIDE SC785 SERIES Index Important Safeguards .................. 2 General Information .................... 6 Use ........................................... 7-8 Accessories ................................. 9 Dust Bag ................................... 10 Filters ........................................ 11 Brush Roll ................................. 12 Brush Roll Belt .......................... 12 Warranty ....................................
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM CLEANER. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury: • • Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces. • Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children. • Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
Grounding Instructions This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
CONSEILS DE SÉCURITÉ Lors de l’utilisation d’un appareil électrique, quelques précautions élémentaires doivent être observées, incluant les suivantes: LISEZ TOUTES LES INSTRUCTIONS AVANT D’UTILISER VOTRE ASPIRATEUR. AVERTISSEMENT Pour réduire le risque de feu, de choc électrique, ou de blessure: • Ne pas utiliser à l’extérieur ou sur des surfaces mouillées. • Fermez le commutateur et débranchez l’appareil lorsque vous ne l’utilisez pas ou avant le nettoyage ou l’entretien.
INSTRUCTIONS VISANT LA MISE À LA TERRE Cet appareil doit être mis à la terre. En cas défaillance ou de panne éventuelles, la mise à la terre fournit au courant un chemin de moindre résistance qui réduit le risque de choc électrique. Cet appareil est pourvu d’un cordon muni d’un conducteur de terre et d’une fiche avec broche de terre. La fiche doit être branchée dans une prise appropriée correctement installée et mise à la terre conformément aux règlements et ordonnances municipaux.
GENERAL INFORMATION The cleaner is designed to pick up dirt and dust particles. Avoid picking up hard or sharp objects with the cleaner to prevent bag tears and hose clogs. Service Information The instructions in this booklet serve as a guide to routine maintenance. For additional service information telephone our toll free number for the nearest Eureka/Sanitaire Authorized Warranty Station. Refer to The Sanitaire Commercial Warranty for complete service information.
HOW TO USE 2 HANDLE RELEASE 3 PERFORMANCE INDICATOR 1 3 POSITION ON/OFF SWITCH 1 Power Switch Top position is Off. Middle position is for floor cleaning and cleaning with accessories (brush roll does not turn). Bottom position is for cleaning carpets (brush roll turns). 2 Handle Release When handle is in collapsed position, press handle release button and rotate handle into upright position.
HOW TO USE 4 4 CORD RETAINER 5 HANDLE COLLAPSE BUTTON 6 CORD STORAGE HOOKS 7 HANDLE RELEASE PEDAL 8 RESET BUTTON Cord Retainer When preparing to use vacuum, firmly push the electrical cord down into the cord retainer. This will place the electrical cord out of the way while you vacuum. 5 Handle Collapse Button To collapse the handle from the upright position, press handle collapse button, rotate handle down until latch in hand grip locks onto the body.
HOW TO USE ACCESSORIES 1 5 3 2 Dusting Brush 2 4 1 Collapse the handle from the upright position. Press handle release button and rotate handle down and against the body of the cleaner until it locks onto the body. 2 The dusting brush and upholstery nozzle fit on both the hose and the wand with a built-in crevice tool. 3 Use the dusting brush to dust furniture, blinds, books, lamps, shelves. 4 The crevice tool cleans corners, base boards, between cushions.
HOW TO MAINTAIN The instructions given in this booklet serve as a guide to routine maintenance. To avoid unnecessary service calls, check the bag, belt, and brush roll often. Change the bag if it is full; replace the belt if it is stretched or cracked, and clean the brush roll bristles if they are wrapped with thread and hair. DUST BAG (Style SL) The dust bag plays a very important role in the efficiency of the vacuum cleaner. The bag traps the dirt and allows the air to pass through.
HOW TO MAINTAIN (continued) NOTE: Turn off the switch and unplug the electrical cord before servicing the cleaner. Never operate the vacuum cleaner without the dust bag or filters. FILTERS The filters should be checked at each disposable dust bag change. If the filters are dirty, clean or replace for maximum performance of your cleaner. 1 Motor Filter The motor filter is located below the dust bag inside the bag compartment. Remove the front cover. Take the dust bag out to check the motor filter.
HOW TO MAINTAIN (continued) NOTE: Turn off the switch and unplug the electrical cord before servicing the cleaner. REPLACE BRUSH ROLL BELT 1 Remove the 10 screws on the bottom of the power nozzle. Flip the power nozzle back upright and remove the hood. NOTE: The reset button cover (circled) is spring loaded so it may become displaced when you remove the hood. Keep track of reset button and spring. Cog Pulley 2 Remove broken brush roll belt.
THE SANITAIRE® COMMERCIAL LIMITED WARRANTY WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS Your Sanitaire commercial cleaner is warranted to be free from all defects in material and workmanship in normal use FOR A PERIOD OF ONE YEAR. The warranty is granted only to the original purchase of the cleaner. The warranty is subject to the following provisions.
OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE To obtain warranty service you must return the defective cleaner or cleaner part along with proof of purchase to any Eureka/Sanitaire Authorized Warranty Station. You will find the nearest location in the Yellow Pages under “Vacuum Cleaners–Service and Repair." Be certain that the Warranty Station is “Eureka/ Sanitaire Authorized.
