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Commercial Wet/Dry
Vacuum Cleaner
Ownerʼs Guide
SC2800 Series
Index
Important Safeguards .................... 3-5
Service Information ...........................6
Identify Parts .....................................7
Use ................................................ 8-9
Motor Filter ......................................10
Clean and Store ..............................11
Warranty .................................... 14-15
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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. • Use indoors only. • 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 by or near childre
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CONSEILS DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTS Lʼutilisation dʼun appareil électrique sous-entend lʼobservation de certaines règles de sécurité élémentaires: LIRE TOUTES LES INSTRUCTIONS AVANT DʼUTILISER LʼASPIRATEUR. AVERTISSEMENT Pour réduire les risques de feu, de secousse électrique ou de blessure: • Utiliser à la maison seulement. • Ne pas sʼabsenter tant que lʼaspirateur est branché. Éteindre lʼappareil et le débrancher lorsquʼon ne sʼen sert plus et avant son entretien. • Veiller à ce que lʼaspirat
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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 ap- pliance 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
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GENERAL INFORMATION Automatic Suction Shut-Off NOTE: Use the vacuum in the upright position. If the cleaner should tip, the automatic suction shut-off turns off the suction. The automatic suction shut-off functions when the tank is full of liquid. As the tank fills, the ball float (inside the cage) rises until it seats itself against bottom of the motor. This shuts off the suction causing the motor sound to become higher in pitch. When this happens, empty the tank. The automatic suction shut-o
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CONTENTS OF WET/DRY VAC Unpack accessories from carton and remove vacuum cleaner. Additional accessories may be inside the tank. Pleated Filter Wands Blower Lid Floor Nozzles Tank Hose Reducer Crevice Tool Upholstery Nozzle Dusting Wheels Brush HOW TO ASSEMBLE Latches CAUTION: Fully assemble before using. NOTE: Additional accessories are inside the tank. Latch Remove Lid Notch • Squeeze latches together. • Lift lid to remove. To replace lid • Align notch in the lid with the tank. • Push
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HOW TO USE Dry Pick Up To vacuum dry material, use the end of the hose or attach the floor nozzle without the squeegee. Wet Pick Up To vacuum liquids, use the floor nozzle with the squeegee. The filter should be clean for maximum efficiency. Hose Coupling Attach Hose Coupling • Push the hose coupling into the hose inlet. • Give a slight twist to secure. Hose Inlet Connect Electric Plug • Place electric plug into outlet. Power Switch The power switch is opposite the hose inlet. • Wear ear protecti
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HOW TO USE (continued) Above-the-floor Cleaning Tools • Use reducer at hose end (see illustration on page 7). • Push desired tool onto the reducer. • Cleaning tools fit on hose end only. Floor Nozzles • Push 1 1/2” diameter wand(s) onto hose end. • Push tool onto the wand end with locking nut. Tighten nut to secure tool. Do not overtighten, tool should still swivel. Automatic Shut-Off NOTE: Always use the wet or dry vacuum cleaner in the upright position. If cleaner tips over, the suction automa
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HOW TO MAINTAIN These instructions serve as a guide to routine maintenance. To avoid unnecessary service calls, clean motor filter and empty the tank often. Empty the liquids after each use. Motor Filter CAUTION: Turn off power switch and unplug the electrical cord before service. Never operate cleaner without motor filters or with defective filters. Do not collect oily or hazardous materials. Check and clean the Pleated Filter once a month to maintain good performance. The filter can be cleaned
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HOW TO MAINTAIN (continued) How To Clean and Store NOTE: Turn off the power switch and unplug electrical cord before cleaning tank. • Empty tank of all liquid and thoroughly rinse inside before storing. This is even more important after picking up wet or sticky substances. • Use soap and warm water to clean tank and tools if cleaning a wet or sticky substance. • Clean and dry tank and all accessories. • Store in a cool, dry area. Store Cord • Wrap cord around tank. • Fasten plug to cord to p
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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 purchase 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 bumpers, bags, and hoses. • Damages or malfunct
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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-
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