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Commercial
Upright
Vacuum Cleaner
WITH
®
DUST BAG
680 Series
Owner’s Guide
Index
Important Safeguards ...................... 2
General Information ......................... 6
Assembly ...................................... 6-8
Use ................................................... 9
EZ Kleen Dust Bag ........................ 11
For location of nearest
Brush Roll ...................................... 12
Eureka Warranty Station
Brush Roll Belt ............................... 13
or service inform
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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 leave vacuum cleaner when plugged in. Turn off the switch and unplug the electrical cord when not in use and before servicing. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used b
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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. DANGER Improper connection of an equipment-grounding condu
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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. Ne permettez pas qu’
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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. AVERTISSEMENT
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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, hose clogs, and fan blade breakage with subsequent motor damage. 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 Authorized Warranty Station. You should know the model, type and serial numbers when you ca
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Attach Lower Handle Raise the dust cup support. Push the lower handle (largest end down) through the tube of the dust cup support and into the handle socket at the back of the cleaner. Make Toward Rear sure the notches on the lower handle of Cleaner face the rear of the cleaner (Fig. 1). Align the holes, insert a 2-part bolt (A), and tighten. Fig. 1 A Tube A Handle Socket Dust Cup Lower Support Handle Upper A A Handle Assemble Upper Handle Hold the upper handle so it curves away from the clean
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Attach Lower Cord Hook A Insert the power cord into the lower cord hook (A), as shown. Snap the hook into the lower handle. Pull up on the cord to tighten but leave enough slack near the base so the cord is not strained when the handle is lowered. Attach Upper Cord Hook Pull the spring on the electrical cord upward toward the top of the handle. Make sure slots in handle are positioned properly, see Detail B. Insert the lower half of the spring into the upper cord hook, as shown. Snap the hook in
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HOW TO USE The upright vacuum cleaner is designed to be used on multiple types of carpeting. Do not attempt to use the upright vacuum cleaner on bare floors, as damage to the floor covering may result. Above the floor cleaning tools are available (optional). Handle Adjustment With the tip of the foot, press down to release 1. Store the handle lock located at the left rear side of the cleaner. Move the handle and adjust it 2. Use to the desired position for (1) storing upright, (2) operating the
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Cleaner Height Setting WARNING: Avoid injury. Keep loose clothing, hair, fingers, and all other parts of body away from any moving part (such as the revolving brush). Turn off the switch and unplug the cleaner before changing the cleaner height setting. Adjust the vacuum cleaner height setting to match the carpet pile height. Refer to the following chart of recommended settings for carpet types. The front of the cleaner has either a Recommended knob or slide adjustment which raises Setting
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® EZ Kleen Dust Cup and Bag The cloth bag and the dust cup play a very important role in the efficiency of the vacuum cleaner. The cloth bag allows air to move through the cleaner while it traps dirt inside the cloth bag and the dust cup. When dirt particles cling to the cloth bag they can restrict airflow, If air cannot pass through the cloth bag, no cleaning can take place regardless of how powerful the unit. Some fine particles can restrict airflow very quickly and will decrease performa
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Brush Roll As the brush roll rotates, it sweeps and combs the carpet nap. Remove hair and threads from the brush roll so it continues brushing the carpet nap. When the bristles of the brush roll no longer touch a straight edge held across the bottom plate, the brush roll is ineffective because the bristles no longer touch the carpet nap. To maintain the most effective cleaning, use a new wood brush roll. Replace the brush strips on the chromed steel brush roll. How To Replace Worn Brush Strips (
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Brush Roll Belt The brush roll belt on the upright vacuum cleaner drives the brush to agitate, sweep, and comb the carpet nap. The belt should be checked regularly to be sure it is in good condition. Replace the belt if it is stretching, cracking, or slipping. Cut away any hair or thread wound around the brush roll or the belt pulley because the buildup could cause the belt to rotate unevenly. How To Replace A Worn Belt NOTE: Turn off the switch and unplug the electrical cord before replacing b
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Headlight Bulb (Standard on some models) NOTE: Turn off the switch and unplug the electrical cord before replacing headlight bulb. Headlight style varies by model. Locate the notches that release the tabs at either (1) top, (2) side, or (3) bottom of the lens, as illustrated. Place a screwdriver into one notch; twist or pry the screwdriver to release the lens. Repeat for the second notch on the opposite side. Rotate the bulb socket forward. Push bulb in and turn to remove. Secure
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® 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 purchaser of the cleaner. The warranty is subject to the following provisions. WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER Parts of the cleaner that require replacement under normal use, such as: disposable dust bags, filters, drive belts, light
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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”. For the location of the nearest Eureka/Sanitaire Authorized Warranty Station or for service information, telephone toll free: USA: 1-800-2
