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Vacuum Cleaner
Ownerʼs Guide
Household Type
Model SP6952
IMPORTANT
Do not return this product to
the store. Call 1-800-800-8975*
or visit our web site,
www.sanitairevac.com
for any of the following:
• assembly problems
• replacement of broken or missing
items
• to order replacement parts and
accessories
• to view the repair parts list
• to locate the nearest Sanitaire
Warranty Station
*En Mexico llame al 5670-6169.
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. 73410 (03/04) ©2004 Electrolux Home Care Products Ltd. Printed in U.S.A.
www.sanitairevac.com
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Index
IMPORTANT
Service Information ...................................... 2
Important Safeguards .................................. 2
Identify Parts ................................................ 3
How to Use .................................................. 3
Accessories .................................................. 3
How to Change Dustbag .............................. 4
How to Change Filters ................................. 4
Powerhead Floor Nozzle Maintenance ........ 4
Maintenance and Cleaning .......................... 5
Warranty ....................................................... 5
GENERAL INFORMATION
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance
has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
The plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the
plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it
still does not fit, contact a qualified 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 use the cleaner. Do not operate the cleaner without a
dust bag or the filters. Damage may result to the motor
(see Dust Bag and Filter).
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.
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, Service Division, 807 North
Main Street, Bloomington, Illinois 61701, 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 (in the canister
and the motorized nozzle) or the brush roll
at any time. The bearings are permanently
lubricated and sealed.
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 by or near children.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturerʼs
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.
• Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. Do not allow plug to
whip when rewinding.
• Do not use extension cords or outlets with inadequate current
carrying capacity.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Always turn off this appliance before connecting or disconnecting
either hose or motorized nozzle.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not
the cord.
• The hose contains electrical wires. Do not use if damaged, cut
or punctured. Avoid picking up sharp objects.
• Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
• 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 and contains a revolving
brush roll. 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 in place.
• Belt pulleys can become hot during normal use. To prevent
burns, avoid touching the belt pulley when servicing the drive
belt.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as
gasoline, or use in areas where they may be present.
• Store your cleaner in a cool, dry area.
• Keep your work area well lighted.
• Unplug electrical appliances before vacuuming them.
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INSTRUCTIONS
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Identify Parts
A Cord rewind button
B Cord
C HEPA Filter change indicator
D Suction power regulator
E On/Off button
F Bag change indicator
G Bag cover latch
H Right/Left: Retainer lid for optional SYSTEM_PRO accessories
J Hose
K Tool caddy with accessories
L Suction regulator
M Brushroll On/Off button
N Chrome wand with connectors (quick release)
O Powerhead floor nozzle with quick release
P Carrying handles
Q Telescopic wand
R Handle
S Adapter for telescopic wand and optional accessories
C
B
A
D E
P F H
R
J
K
N
G
P
M
L
S
Q
How to Use
• Pull out and fully extend electrical cord B and plug into
outlet. (To retract electrical cord, unplug from outlet, hold
plug firmly and press button A).
• Turn on/off by pressing button E.
• Set suction power using suction power regulator D. The
suction can also be reduced by adjusting the suction
regulator L on handle R in order to vary the amount of
strength required to push the vacuum cleaner.
R
L
A E
B
D
H
O
Accessories
N Powerhead floor nozzle: turn on for carpets, off for bare
floors
T Combination nozzle: furniture brush and upholstery nozzle
in one
U Crevice nozzle (extendable)
R Handle
S Adapter for telescopic wand
and optional accessories
N
R
S
T U
T
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How to Change Dust Bag
and Motor Filter
CAUTION: Turn off the switch and unplug the electrical cord
before servicing the cleaner. Never operate the vacuum
cleaner without the dust bag in place.
NOTE: When cleaning new carpet for the first time, bag will fill
quickly. Check often.
Change dust bag V when display F turns orange (can be checked with
the appliance operating at maximum suction and with the nozzle raised
from the floor). A change may be necessary even if the bag does not
appear to be full. Fine dust can block the pores and reduce the suction
power of the appliance.
• Remove hose and open the bag cover lid by pulling release catch G.
• Remove dust bag V by pulling on the sealing tab.
• Push new dust bag into the retainer until it clicks into place. Take care
when closing the dust chamber lid that the dust bag is completely
inside the dust chamber border. The dust chamber lid will not close
unless a dust bag has been inserted. Please do not use force!
• Change motor filter Z if display F is still orange after the dust bag
has been changed or if the suction power is significantly reduced
although the dust bag has little in it.
• Replace hose.
How to Clean Washable HEPA Filter
CAUTION: Turn off the switch and unplug the electrical cord
before servicing the cleaner. Never operate the
vacuum cleaner without the filter in place.
• Clean filter X if display C is lighted or if the suction power is
significantly reduced.
• Press filter cover button W and open filter cover Y.
• Cleaning the washable HEPA filter:
• Wash HEPA filter when indicator C is lighted.
• Open and remove the lid Y, then remove the filter X.
• Rinse the inside (dirty side) of the filter with warm tap water. Tap
the filter frame to remove excess water. Repeat four times and
allow to dry.
NOTE: Do not use cleaning agents and avoid touching the
delicate filter surfaces.
• Replace the filter and lid.
F
G
V
C
Z
C
X
W
Y
How to Replace Worn Belt or Light Bulb
CAUTION: Disconnect power cord and wands from electrical hose before replacing belt or bulb. Belt pulleys can become
hot during normal use. To prevent burns, avoid touching the belt pulley when servicing the drive belt.
1. Remove two screws from bottom side. To turn over, grasp hood near
handle socket and lift forward.
Replace headlight bulb, if necessary. Support socket with one hand
and push light bulb into socket; turn to release. Place new light bulb
into socket; turn to secure. Push light bulb and socket back so bulb
will not touch lens cover. Use GENUINE SANITAIRE replacement
bulb, 59224.
Continue to step 2 to change belt.
Skip to step 7 and 8 to replace hood
on motorized nozzle.
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2. Remove two screws located in front of the light
bulb and lift up to remove the brush roll cover.
3. Lift out brush roll;
replace new belt
around brush roll
shaft.
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How to Replace Worn Belt or Light Bulb
(continued)
4. Return brush
roll into base.
Brush Roll
Pulley
5. Rotate belt onto motor pulley.
6. Replace brush roll cover.
7. Tilt cover over ridge and push down.
8. Secure with screws on underside (refer to 1).
Use GENUINE SANITAIRE replacement belt, 52201C.
Maintenance and Cleaning
For maintenance or cleaning, switch off the vacuum and
unplug it from the outlet. As needed, wipe the housing and
the bag cover lid with a damp cloth and then dry. Do not use
any cleansers or any solvents. Occasionally vacuum the floor
nozzle and the accessory brushes with the crevice nozzle.
What to do, if ...
...it is difficult to push the nozzle: Reduce suction power
(depending on the type of carpet). This will not noticably
reduce the cleaning efficiency.
...the motor thermal cutoff has tripped: The motor can
overheat due to a full dust bag or if the accessory is blocked.
Switch off the vacuum, unplug from the outlet, and let the
motor cool down. Check dustbag, suction tube and suction
hose; remove any blockage. The vacuum can be switched
on again after approximately 30 minutes.
...the house fuse has blown: The house fuse can be
blown if other electric appliances with a high power
consumption are used at the same time and on the same
circuit as the vacuum cleaner. If this is the case, plug cord
into a different outlet.
...the cord does not retract fully: The cord is caught up
on the cord drum. Pull the cord out a little and press the
cord rewind button again.
...the dust chamber lid will not close: Check that the
dustbag has been inserted. If it has, check that the dustbag
has clicked into position.
Protecting the environment
Appliance packaging: We recommend keeping the
packaging for the duration of the guarantee so that the
appliance can be transported safely.
Recycling the appliance at the end of its life: The plastic
components all carry a material identification marking so
they can be recycled at the end of the life of the vacuum.
THE SANITAIRE LIMITED WARRANTY
hat This Warranty Covers
W
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
W
• Parts of the cleaner that require replacement under normal use, such as disposable
dust bags, filters, drive belts, light bulbs, and brush roll bristles.
• Damages or malfunctions caused by negligence, abuse, or use not in accordance with
the Ownerʼs Guide.
• 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
W
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)
E
The base of the Sanitaire Upright cleaner is warranted for five years from the original
date of purchase.
xtended Warranty for SYSTEM_PRO Canisters
E
The motor for SYSTEM_PRO canister cleaners is warranted for five years from the
original date of purchase.
arranty Registration
W
Please fill out and return the warranty registration card accompanying your cleaner.
btaining Warranty Service
O
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:
If you prefer, you can write to Electrolux Home Care Products North America, Service
Division, 807 North Main Street, Bloomington, Illinois 61701. 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 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.
urther Limitations and Exclusions
F
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 specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which
vary by state.
uestions & Answers about Genuine Eureka/Sanitaire Products
Q
Q: 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
specifications and engineered with emphasis on quality, performance,
and customer satisfaction, ensures the long life and cleaning efficiency
of your vacuum cleaner. Overall, this saves you money and helps to
keep your home clean.
Q: 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 identified by a
Eureka or Sanitaire logo. For further identification assistance, you may
call our toll-free number, 1-800-800-8975, for the location of a nearby
Eureka/Sanitaire Authorized Warranty Station.
Q: Are there any differences between “made to fit” or “imitation” and Genuine Eureka/
Sanitaire paper bags, belts, and parts?
A: Yes, there are some very important differences in materials, quality, and
reliability. Many customers have mistakenly purchased “imitation” paper
bags and parts while thinking they purchased genuine. Unfortunately,
many of these customers discovered the differences after they
experienced related difficulties.
For Genuine Sanitaire Value, Accept No Imitations!
ELECTROLUX HOME CARE PRODUCTS NORTH AMERICA
Household Warranty
USA: 1-800-800-8975
Mexico: 5670-6169
Canada: 1-800-800-8975
GENUINE
EUREKA PRODUCT
Bloomington, Illinois 61701
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