Koblenz-Thorne Electric U-900, U-800 User Manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
MANUAL DE USUARIO

COMMERCIAL UPRIGHT
VACUUM CLEANERS

BARREDORA TIPO INDUSTRIAL

models U-800
modelos

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Vacuum Cleaner, please read this manual
carefully before using you Upright Vacuum Cleaner.
Keep this manual at hand for further references.

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U-900

ELECTRICAL RATING / CARACTERISTICAS ELECTRICAS

120 V 60 Hz 10,0 A

INDEX

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE

When using your Vacuum Cleaner, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

WARNING-

1. Before connecting the power cord of your new Vacuum Cleaner to an electrical outlet, check the voltage rating. Your power source should correspond
with the voltage rating plate on the underside of vacuum cleaner. Use only household alternate current outlets. Never use direct current power sources.
If you are unsure of the voltage supply in your area, consult a qualified electrician. Connecting the vacuum cleaner to a higher voltage than indicated in
these instructions may result in damage to the vacuum cleaner and/or personal injury.

2. Do not leave the vacuum cleaner while unplugged in. Unplug from the outlet when not in use, and before servicing.

3. DO NOT USE OUTDOORS OR WET SURFACES.

4. Do not allow the vacuum cleaner to be used as a toy. Pay close attention when using by or near children,

5. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.

6. Do not use the vacuum cleaner if the cord or plug is damaged.

7. If the vacuum cleaner is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or immersed in water, return it to an authorized Vacuum
Cleaner dealer.

8. Do not pull or carry by the cord, use the cord as a handle, run appliance over cord, close a door on the cord, or pull the cord around sharp edges or
corners. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.

9. Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

10. Do not handle the plug or the vacuum cleaner with wet hands.

11. Do not put objets into openings. Do not use with any openings blocked. Keep free of dust, lint, hair and anything that may reduce air flow.

12. Do not allow loose clothing, hair fingers or other parts of the body to come into contact with any openings or moving parts of the vacuum cleaner.

13. Do not vacuum anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.

14. Do not use without the dust bag and/or filters in place.

15. Always turn off all controls before unplugging the vacuum cleaner, or before connecting or disconnecting either the hose or the agitating brush.

16. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

17. Do not use the vacuum cleaner to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use in areas where they may be present, as this could
impair the electrical safety of the vacuum cleaner.

18. Floor attachments and accessories must not be used at head level to avoid the risk of injury to eyes and ears.

19. Do not touch the agitating brush when in use.

20. Vacuum cleaner dustbags are disponsable and are intended to be used only once. Do not attempt to reuse them.

21. DO NOT USE THE VACUUM CLEANER ON PEOPLE OR ON ANIMALS.

22. This appliance is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit and has a grounding attachment plug. Make sure that the appliance is connected to an outlet having
the same configuration as the plug. No adapter should be used with this appliance.

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury:

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COMMERCIAL MODEL U-800 & U-900

FEATURE INPUT POWER

CONTROL

FULL BAG

INDICATOR

HEAD
LIGHT

CORD

LENGHT

(feet)

model

U-800 10.0 1 SPEED NO NO 50

This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or break down, 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.

This appliance is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit and has a ground plug that looks like the plug illustrated.
Make sure that the appliance is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug.
No adaptor should be used with this appliance.

GROUNDED

OUTLET

WARNING-

Improper connection of the equipment
grounding conductor can result in a risk
of electric shock. Check with a qualified
electrician or service person if you are
in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly
grounded. Do not modify the plug provided
with the appliance- if it can not fit the outlet,
have a proper outlet installed by
a qualified electrician.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Models U-800 & U-900 are intended for commercial use only.

MODEL: U-800 (Commercial)

PARTS IDENTIFICATION

Soft handle

Hose rack

Power cord

GROUNDED
OUTLET BOX

GROUNDING

Cord storage
hooks

Handle tube

Easy carry
handle

Upholstery
tool

Telescopic
wand

Furniture
guard

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Cable lengthens
seats

Dust cover
release button

Dust cover

Self-adjusting
nozzle

Exhaust filter
cover

Accessory
attachment
opening

Suction
control
valve

Thermal
switch

Foot pedal
release

Model
specification plate

ON/OFF
switch

Hose cuff

Dusting
brush

Crevice
tool

Hose
cuff

MODEL: U-900 (Commercial)

FEATURE INPUT POWER

CONTROL

FULL BAG

INDICATOR

HEAD
LIGHT

CORD

LENGHT

(feet)

model

U-900 10.0 1 SPEED NO NO 50

HOW TO INSTALL CLEANING TOOLS: MODEL: U-800 (Commercial)

STEP 1

Insert 2-piece
wand into stretch
hose connector

STEP 2

Insert 2-piece
wand retainer through
tool holder

Hose holder

STEP 3

Loop retractable
hose onto hose holder

STEP 4

Install dust brush,
crevice tool and
upholstery tool
as shown

Tool holder

Wand retainer

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VACUUM ASSEMBLY

ATTACHING THE HANDLE

REPLACING THE DUST BAG:

1. Remove the handle screw.

2. Insert handle into top of dust cover with handle switch facing forward.

3. Align small hole on handle with screw hole in dust cover.
Insert screw and tighten securely. (All models)

4. Turn cord storage hook to upright position and wind cord between upper and lower hooks to store.

5. To quick-release cord: simply rotate hook downward and cord will drop for immediate use.

*Remember: Always have a dust bag installed when operating your Vacuum Cleaner.
Replace with a genuine dust bag when full.

1. Push down on knob at top of dust cover to open compartment.

2. Pull cardboard bag collar off holder. Remove and discard used dust bag.

3. Slide clean replacement bag collar onto holder.

4. Close dust cover by reinserting tab on lower edge into groove on housing and snap shut.

CHECKING THE SECONDARY FILTER:

*Important: The secondary filter protects the motor from dust and dirt.

1.Check for accumulated dust and dirt when replacing dust bag.

2. If replacement is needed, release the right tab on underside of bag supporter.
Lift and rotate bag supporter to remove.
(Bag supporter for Model U-900)

3. Remove secondary filter from bottom of dust compartment.

4. Replace secondary filter with new filter.

5. Reinstall bag supporter.

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CHECKING THE EXHAUST FILTER:

Model U-800

The exhaust filter captures fine dust particles and purifies air
exiting your Vacuum Cleaner. Change the exhaust filter with
every third dust bag replacement, or as needed.

1. Depress handle release pedal to drop vacuum cleaner to
low position.

2. Push knob at side of exhaust filter cover to remove.

3. Remove soiled filter and replace with new one.

CHECKING THE EXHAUST FILTER:

Model U-900

1. Push the top latch on the exhaust filter cover to the right.
Slide the cover upwards.

2. Remove the soiled filter and replace it with a new one.

3. Reinstall exhaust filter cover and push the top latch to
the left.

VACUUM OPERATIONS

ON/OFF Switch:

Model U-800 & U-900 Vacuum Cleaners have a simple toggle switch on the dust comparment.
Push down ( - ) to start. Push down ( O ) to stop.

AUTOMATIC SELF-ADJUSTING CARPET NOZZLE:

The carpet nozzle height self adjusts instantly and automatically.
Your vacuum will float evenly over varying carpet pile heights.

HANDLE ADJUSTMENTS:

The handle of this vacuum cleaner can be set to any of three positions: Upright, middle or low.

1. To release the handle, step on the pedal at the left rear corner of the vacuum cleaner.

2. Upright position: handle locks in this position for vacuum cleaner storage. The handle should
always be in the upright position when cleaning tools are used.

3. Middle position: this position is for formal cleaning. While in the middle position, the front of the
nozzle can be raised by lowering the handle in order to cross room thresholds.

4. Low position: this position is used for cleaning under most furniture.

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