Sanitaire SP6951 User Manual

We suggest you record the model, type and serial

service information, always refer to these numbers

when inquiring about service.

date of purchase.

return this product to

the store. Call 1-800-800-8975*

www.sanitairevac.com for any

of the following:

accessories

Warranty Station

*En Mexico llame al 5670-6169.

www.sanitairevac.com

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should

always be followed, including the following:

WARNING

To reduce the risk of ﬁ re, electric shock, or injury:

Turn off the

switch and unplug the electrical cord when not in use and before

servicing.

when used by or near children.

outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center

on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not

surfaces.

whip when rewinding.

carrying capacity.

Turn off all controls before unplugging.

Always turn off this appliance before connecting or disconnecting

either hose or motorized nozzle.

the cord.

The hose contains electrical wires. Do not use if damaged, cut

or punctured. Avoid picking up sharp objects.

This vacuum cleaner creates suction and contains a revolving

cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.

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

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Accessories

Worn Belt or Light Bulb

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Warranty

To reduce the risk of electric shock,

this appliance

The plug will ﬁ t in a polarized outlet only one way. If the

still does not ﬁ t, con tact a qualiﬁ ed electrician to install

the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.

The bag may have come dislodged in shipping. Check

the bag to insure proper seating before attempting to

dust bag or the ﬁ lters. Damage may result to the motor

The cleaner is designed to pick up dirt and dust particles.

Avoid picking up hard or sharp objects with the cleaner

to avoid bag breakage, hose clogging, or possible motor

damage.

The instructions in this booklet serve as a guide to

telephone toll free:

3900, Peoria, Illinois 61612, USA.

The Sanitaire Limited Warranty for com plete service

and the motorized nozzle) or the brush roll

at any time. The bearings are permanently

Cord rewind button

Cord

HEPA Filter change indicator

Suction power regulator

On/Off button

Bag change indicator

Bag cover latch

Right/Left: Retainer lid for optional

Hose

Tool caddy with accessories

Suction regulator

Brushroll On/Off button

Plastic wand with connectors (quick release)

Powerhead ﬂ oor nozzle with quick release

Carrying handles

Power-Touch

Handle

Adapter for telescopic wand and optional

accessories

together.

2. Push assembled wands into powerhead nozzle

3. Place Power-Touch hose handle

into wands

until

4. Insert hose coupling into top of canister.

5. Pull out and fully extend electrical cord

and plug into

outlet.

6. Step on handle release on back of powerhead nozzle

7. Turn on/off by pressing button

8. Set suction power using suction power regulator

suction can also be reduced by adjusting the suction

on handle

in order to vary the amount of

strength required to push the vacuum cleaner.

ﬂ oors

Combination nozzle: furniture brush and upholstery nozzle

Crevice nozzle (extendable)

Handle

Adapter for telescopic wand

and optional accessories

quick release of wands from

vacuum cleaner without the dust bag in place.

will ﬁ ll quickly. Check often.

Change dust bag

when display

turns orange (can be

checked with the appliance operating at maximum suction

and with the nozzle raised from the ﬂ oor). A change may be

dust can block the pores and reduce the suction power of the

appliance.

catch

by pulling on the sealing tab.

Take care when closing the dust chamber lid that the dust

dust chamber lid will not close unless a dust bag has been

if display

is still orange after the dust

and open ﬁ lter cover

and close lid.

Worn Belt or Light Bulb

fore replacing belt or bulb. Pulleys can be come hot

during normal use. To prevent injury, avoid touching

the pulleys when servicing the drive belt.

SANITAIRE replacement bulb, 59045.

Continue to step 2 to change belt or replace brush roll.

Skip to step 7 to replace hood.

2. Lift out brush roll and discard used belt.

3. Put new belt around brush roll pulley ﬁ rst; then the motor

4. Place left end cap into the base.

5. Pull right end of brush roll to stretch belt. Secure right end

cap into base.

6. Rotate brush roll at least two turns to seat belt.

7. Position hood; secure with screws.

hat This Warranty Covers

Your Sanitaire cleaner is warranted to be free from all defects in material and

workmanship in normal household use for a period of two years. The warranty is granted

only to the original purchaser and members of his or her immediate household. The

warranty is subject to the following provisions.

hat This Warranty Does Not Cover

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Parts of the cleaner that require replacement under normal use, such as disposable

dust bags, ﬁ lters, drive belts, light bulbs, and brush roll bristles.

Damages or malfunctions caused by negligence, abuse, or use not in accordance with

the Ownerʼs Guide.

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Defects or damages caused by unauthorized service or the use of other than Genuine

Eureka/Sanitaire parts.

hat 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 consumerʼs

purchase price.

xtended Warranty for Upright Cleaner (Only)

The base of the Sanitaire Upright cleaner is warranted for ﬁ ve years from the original

date of purchase.

xtended Warranty for SYSTEM_PRO Canisters

The motor for SYSTEM_PRO canister cleaners is warranted for ﬁ ve years from the

original date of purchase.

arranty Registration

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

btaining 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 ﬁ nd the nearest location in the Yellow Pages, under “Vacuum Cleaners–Service

and Repair.” Be certain that the Warranty Station is “Sanitaire Au tho rized.”

For the location of the nearest Sanitaire Authorized Warranty Station or for service

information, telephone toll free:

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, Illinois 61612, USA. In Canada write to Electrolux Home

Care Products North America, 866 Langs Drive, Cambridge, Ontario N3H 2N7.

If it is necessary to ship the cleaner outside your community to obtain warranty repair, you

must pay the shipping charges to the Sanitaire Au tho rized Warranty Station. Re turn shipping

charges will be paid by the Warranty Station. When returning parts for repair, please in clude

the model, type, and serial numbers from the data plate on the cleaner.

urther 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 be liable for any consequential or incidental damages

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 speciﬁ c legal rights. You may also have other rights which

vary by state.

uestions & Answers about Genuine Eureka/Sanitaire Products

Why should I use only Genuine Eureka/Sanitaire paper bags, belts, and parts in my

Eureka/Sanitaire vacuum cleaner?

A: Using Genuine Sanitaire Products, which are made to our exacting

speciﬁ cations and engineered with emphasis on quality, performance,

and customer sat is fac tion, ensures the long life and cleaning efﬁ ciency

of your vacuum clean er. Overall, this saves you money and helps to

How can I be sure I am using only Genuine Eureka/Sanitaire products in my vacuum

cleaner?

A: Typically, packaged products and paper bags can be identiﬁ ed by a

call our toll-free number, 1-800-800-8975, for the lo ca tion of a nearby

Are there any differences between “made to ﬁ t” or “imitation” and Genuine Eureka/

Sanitaire paper bags, belts, and parts?

A: Yes, there are some very important differences in materials, quality, and

experienced related dif ﬁ cul ties.

Bloomington, Illinois 61701

THE SANITAIRE LIMITED WARRANTY

GEN U INE

EUREKA PRODUCT

the bag cover lid with a damp cloth and then dry. Do not use

any cleansers or any solvents. Occasionally vacuum the ﬂ oor

What to do, if ...

The motor can

overheat due to a full dust bag or if the accessory is blocked.

on again after approximately 30 minutes.

The house fuse can be

consumption are used at the same time and on the same

circuit as the vacuum cleaner. If this is the case, plug cord

The cord is caught up

on the cord drum. Pull the cord out a little and press the

cord rewind button again.

Check that the

dustbag has been inserted. If it has, check that the dustbag

Appliance packaging:

We recommend keeping the

appliance can be transported safely.

The plastic

components all carry a material identiﬁ cation marking so

they can be recycled at the end of the life of the vacuum.

Household Warranty

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