Sanitaire SC412, SC420A Owner's Manual

Commercial

Back Vacuum

SC412 & SC420A

Owner’s Guide

IMPORTANT

Do not return this product to
the store. Call 1-800-800-8975*
Monday - Friday, 8 am to 7:30 pm
CST and 10 am to 6:30 pm Saturday
or visit our web site,
www.sanitairevac.com for any of
the following:

• assembly problems

• replacement of broken or missing

items

PLEASE RETAIN

We suggest you record the model, type and serial
numbers below. They are located on the silver rating
plate on your cleaner. For prompt and complete
service information, always refer to these numbers
when inquiring about service.

Model & Type _______________________________

Serial No. __________________________________

It is also important to keep your receipt as proof of
date of purchase.

Part No. BP300-S_Rev1 (2/12) ©2012 Electrolux Home Care Products Ltd. Printed in China

• to review repair parts list

• to order replacement parts and

accessories

• to locate the nearest Sanitaire
Warranty Station

*En Mexico llame al 5670-6169.

www.sanitairevac.com

Index

Service Information ...................................... 2

Important Safeguards ................................... 2

IMPORTANT

SAFEGUARDS

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should
always be followed, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM CLEANER.

Grounding Instructions .................................3

Identify Parts ................................................. 3

Use ............................................................... 4

Maintenance ................................................. 4

Warranty ....................................................... 5

Service Information

The instructions in this booklet serve as a guide to
routine maintenance. If additional service is required,
telephone toll free:

USA: 1-800-800-8975

Mexico: 5670-6169

Canada: 1-800-800-8975

If you prefer, you can write to Electrolux Home Care
Products North America, Consumer Service, P.O. Box

3900 Peoria, Illinois 61612, USA. In Canada write to

Electrolux Home Care Products North America, 866

Langs Drive, Cambridge, Ontario N3H 2N7. Refer to

The Sanitaire Limited Warranty for complete service
information.

DO NOT OIL the motors or the brush roll
at any time. The bearings are permanently
lubricated and sealed.

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 by or near children.

• Use only as described in this manual. Use only

manufacturer’s recommended attachments.

• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If vacuum cleaner is

not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left
outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center
before using.

• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a

door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners.

Do not run vacuum cleaner over cord. Keep cord away from

heated surfaces.

• Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. (Refer to

grounding instructions).

• Do not use extension cords or outlets with inadequate current

carrying capacity.

• Turn off all controls before unplugging.

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

not the cord.

• Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands or

operate without shoes.

• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any

opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything
that may reduce airflow.

• This vacuum cleaner creates suction. Keep hair, loose

clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings
and moving parts.

• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as

cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.

• Do not use without dust bag or filter(s) in place.

• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

• Do not pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as

gasoline, or use in areas where they may be present.

• Store your cleaner indoors in a cool, dry area.

• Keep your work area well lighted.

• Unplug electrical appliances before vacuuming them.

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SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

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 conductor can result in 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 will not fit the outlet, have proper outlet installed by a qualified technician.

This appliance is for use on a nominal 120 volt circuit and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in
Figure A. A temporary adapter which looks like the adapter illustrated in Figure B may be used to connect this plug to a two-pole
receptacle, as shown, if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly
grounded outlet, Figure A, can be installed by a qualified electrician. The green colored rigid ear, lug, or the like extending from
the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover. Whenever the adapter is
used, it must be held in place by a metal screw.

NOTE: In Canada, the use of a temporary adapter is not permitted by the Canadian Electrical Code.

Grounded Outlet Box

Grounding Blade
is Longest of the
Three Blades

Identify Parts Of Back Vac

Unpack accessories from carton and remove

vacuum cleaner.

Additional tools

Metal Screw

Tank

Grounded Outlet Box

Adapter

Grounding Tab

Figure BFigure A

5 ft. Hose

Crevice Tool

Pigtail

Power Switch

Bare Floor Nozzle

Carpet Nozzle

Dusting

Wands

Brush

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Operating Instructions

Please read the following operating instructions carefully. They will help you to get
the best performance from this professional quality vacuum cleaner and to maintain
it in optimum condition.

Follow these simple steps for easy and

effective operation of the Back Vacuum.

Open the lid and ensure that the cloth bag is correctly located and the flexible ring
provides a proper seal when the lid is closed. For optimum filtration and maximum hy­giene, it is advisable to use a paper vacuum bag in addition to the standard cloth bag.

If you use a paper vacuum bag, simply insert it into the cloth bag, making sure that
the cardboard disk is centered on the flexible sealing ring. When you replace the lid,
the short nozzle in the center of the lid will be forced into the central hole of the card­board disk of the paper vacuum bag thus providing a tight seal. Make sure the paper
vacuum bag is tightly secured over the short nozzle before vacuuming.

Lock the lid down with the two latches. Always ensure that the vacuum bag is empty
before vacuuming. Your Back Vacuum has been fitted with a thermal overload switch
to protect the motor against damage should the airflow be blocked for extended
periods. This may occur if the vacuum bag is overfull or if the vacuum hose is blocked.
The vacuum motor will stop before it can get too hot. If this happens, unplug the unit,
empty and thoroughly clean the vacuum bag or free any blockage and ensure that
adequate airflow is restored. After the motor has cooled to a safe operating tempera­ture, locate the thermal reset switch on the bottom of the unit and push it back in.
There will be a slight audible click. The thermal overload protector is now reset and
the motor will restart.

1. The vacuum hose is fitted into the cuff in the lid. It should not be necessary to
remove the hose in normal operation.

2. Ensure the extension cord is wrapped around the cord retainer with 6 inches of
cord from the retainer to the end of the plug. Then plug the extension cord to the
vacuum cleaner’s power cord

3. Place the Back Vacuum on your back, adjust the shoulder straps until you feel
comfortable and then tighten the waist belt. The Back Vacuum is designed to ride
higher on your back for maximum comfort.

4. Plug the cord into a 120 volt, grounded outlet. Always unwind the cord completely
before vacuuming. It is important to maintain the power cord in good condition.
This unit ships with a 50’ 16AWG x 3 conductor SJT extension cord. Always use

a 16x3 SJT extension cord when operating this unit. Use care when pulling the

cord around sharp edges and through doorways.

CAUTION: Never operate the Back Vacuum if the power cord is damaged

in any way.

5. Attach the extension wand to the hose and fit the floor tool or any of the other
vacuuming accessories on the wand.

6. Turn the vacuum on. The toggle switch is located on the switch box. You may clip
the switch box to the waist belt.

Maintenance

• Clean the cloth vacuum bag regularly. After emptying the vacuum bag, turn it

inside out and shake as much dust out of the fabric as possible. Optimum
performance is achieved by using a paper vacuum bag with the cloth bag.

• Check the power cord for damage. Always unwind the cable completely.

• Ensure that the vacuum hose, the extension wand and the vacuuming accessories

are not blocked.

• Ensure that the electrical outlet and the plug are securely connected. Incorrect

connections may cause sparking and damage to the cable socket.

• Have your Back Vacuum served by an authorized repair service center if you

suspect any potential problems.

• Use only approved paper vacuum bags.

•

Ensure that the flexible vacuum bag ring provides a proper seal before vacuuming.

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Turn off main
power switch
and unplug
unit from
wall outlet.

Do not wrap

the vacuum’s

power cord

in the cord

retainer.

Remove
vacuum hose
from top of
unit.

Release the

two latches

and lift off lid.

Separate lid
from paper
bag insert and
dispose of
paper bag.

Remove

cloth filter

bag, clean,

dust and

replace.

Insert new
paper bag

making sure

to align lid
nozzle with
bag hole
and replace
latches.

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 TWO YEARS. 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 bumpers, bags, and hoses.

• Damages or malfunctions caused by negligence, abuse, or use not in accordance with the Owner’s Guide.

• Defects or damages caused by unauthorized service or the use of other than Genuine Sanitaire parts.

WHAT ELECTROLUX HOME CARE PRODUCTS NORTH AMERICA WILL DO

Electrolux Home Care Products North America will, at its option, repair or replace a defective cleaner or cleaner part that is
covered by this warranty. As a matter of warranty policy, Electrolux Home Care Products North America will not refund the
consumer’s purchase price.

WARRANTY REGISTRATION

Please fill out and return the warranty registration card accompanying your cleaner.

OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE

To obtain warranty service you must return the defective cleaner or cleaner part along with proof of purchase to any 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 “Sanitaire Authorized.”

For the location of the nearest Sanitaire Authorized Warranty Station or for service information, telephone toll free:

USA: 1-800-800-8975

Mexico: 5670-6169

Canada: 1-800-800-8975

If you prefer, you can write to:

Electrolux Home Care Products North America

Service Division

P.O. Box 3900

Peoria, IL 61612 USA

If it is necessary to ship the cleaner outside your community to obtain warranty repair, you must pay the shipping charges
to the Sanitaire Authorized Warranty Station. Return shipping charges will be paid by the Warranty Station. When returning
parts for repair, please include the model, type and serial numbers from the data plate on the cleaner.

Electrolux Home Care Products North America

In Canada write to:

866 Langs Drive

Cambridge, Ontario N3H 2N7

FURTHER LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS

Any warranty that may be implied in connection with your purchase or use of the cleaner, including any warranty of
MERCHANTABILITY or any warranty for FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE is limited to the duration of this warranty.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you.

Your relief for the breach of this warranty is limited to the relief expressly provided above. IN NO EVENT SHALL

ELECTROLUX HOME CARE PRODUCTS NORTH AMERICA BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL
DAMAGES THAT YOU MAY INCUR IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR PURCHASE OR USE OF THE CLEANER. Some states

do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not
apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary by State.

Charlotte, North Carolina 28262

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