Sebo ET-1 Owner's Manual

SEBO ET-1 Owner's Manual

Technical Details

Brush motor - 175 watts, 1.6 amps

Width: 12 in

Weight: 5.4 lbs

Brush roller: replaceable

Brush drive: toothed belt with electronic overload protection

Important Safety Instructions

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions must always be followed.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, this brush machine has a polarized plug; one blade is wider than the
other. This 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. Connect only to the outlet type specified on the serial number plate
underneath the machine.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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

 1. Do not leave vacuum while plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
 2. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
 3. Do not use near small children or pets. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Use of this product by children should always be

supervised by an adult.

 4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer-recommended attachments.
 5. Do not use with a damaged cord or plug. If vacuum is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or

dropped into water, take it to a SEBO service center.

 6. 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 over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

 7. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug � not the cord.
 8. Do not plug in if switch is in the �I� (ON) position.
 9. Do not use outlets above counters to plug in vacuum � damage to items in the surrounding area could occur.
 10. Always carry the vacuum over steps and sills.
 11. Do not handle plug or vacuum handle with wet hands.
 12. Do not put any object into vacuum openings. Do not use machine with any openings blocked. Keep openings free of lint, hair,

and anything that may reduce air flow.

 13. Do not re-use filter (dust) bags or wash the filters.
 14. Do not remove any screws from vacuum.
 15. Do not vacuum up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes. 16. Do not use vacuum

without dust bag and/or filters in place.

 17. Turn off all machine controls before unplugging.
 18. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
 19. Do not use machine to vacuum up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be

present.

 20. Machines can cause a fire when operated near flammable vapors or materials. Do not operate this vacuum near flammable

fluids, dust or vapors.

 21. Maintenance and repairs must be done by qualified personnel.
 22. Use only original SEBO replacement parts.
 23. Do not use vacuum as a step.
 24. Do not leave machine standing in one place with machine turned on.
 25. While the vacuum is in use, the power cord should be unwound from the cable reel at least two thirds of its length. Hold plug

when rewinding onto the cord reel. Do not allow plug to whip while rewinding.

 26. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from vacuum openings and moving parts. Do not place fingers

or other body parts under vacuum unless it is unplugged.

 27. Do not place the power head over rug edges or fringe.
 28. The vacuum has a manual reset thermal protector. The protector is reset by switching off the vacuum. The thermal protector

needs some time to cool down after switching off! Check the vacuum for air blockages or mechanical failures before switching
on.

 29. Store the vacuum in a dry place at room temperature. When the vacuum is not in use, the cord should be wound on the cord

reel.

 30. Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.
 31. The hose contains electrical wires. Do not use if damaged, cut, or punctured. Avoid picking up sharp objects.
 32. Always unplug vacuum before connecting or disconnecting either hose or power head.
 33. Use this power head only in combination with a SEBO vacuum cleaner or central vacuum system.
 34. Do not connect power head to a malfunctioning or damaged vacuum.

Special Product Features

Your SEBO ET-1 and ET-2 Power Heads are designed for use with the SEBO C3.1 and K3 canister vacuum
cleaners and central vacuum units. The SEBO C3.1 and K3 vacuums equipped with ET-1 or ET-2 Power
Heads are among the most technically advanced canister vacuum cleaner systems in the world. For
example, the ET-1 and ET-2 Power Heads have warning systems and automatic shut-off capabilities that
are designed to alert the user to machine problems that, if ignored, will damage the machine or diminish
performance.

Your SEBO ET-1 and ET-2 Power Heads most unique features are:

 1. Deep Cleaning. SEBO power heads offer deep cleaning of your carpets only a thorough brushing

can give.

 2. Wider L-shaped Head. The wider head allows for optimal cleaning and maneuverability around

furniture and under cabinets, and the extension side of the head cleans and brushes right to the
edge.

 3. Brush On/Off Switch. The green �power� light positioned on top of the power head is also an

on/off switch. By depressing it, you may manually turn on or off the brush on the power head for
cleaning hard floors or carpet. 4. Brush Roller Obstruction � Auto Shut-Off. If the brush roller is
obstructed, the power head will shut off in three seconds, the amber light located on top of the
power head will illuminate, and the brush rollers will stop rotating. The user should turn the power
switch off, unplug the machine, and immediately remove the obstruction. If the user restarts the
machine without removing the obstruction, the power head will again shut off and the amber light
will turn on.

 5. Manual Height Adjustment. The ET-1 and ET-2 power head brush height may be adjusted for

high carpet (dial setting 4) and progressively lower to bare floor (dial setting 1). The amber light
located on top of the power head will illuminate if the height setting is too high or if the brush roller
is worn. Dial down to the next number until the amber light turns off.

 6. Stationary Use. When the machine has its handle in the upright-locked position, it is designed to

shut off the brush roller. The green light does not illuminate in the upright position. The green light
will illuminate only in the operating position. An operating power head should not stand stationary
on the floor for inappropriate periods of time.

Attaching the Power Head to the Telescopic Tube of Sebo C3.1/K3

1. Find the connection tab (A) at the base of the
telescopic tube (B).

2. Move the connection tab (A) OUT away from the tube (C). See
enlarged detail below. It will only move approximately 1/8-inch.

NOTE: the tab must not be forced beyond the �flush� position of

the collar. Proceed to step 3.

3. Insert the base of the telescopic tube (E) into the power head
swivel neck (3). Make sure that the connection tab (A) is properly
aligned with the connection plug (4) in the swivel neck. Damage to
the connection may occur if the tab and the plug are not properly
aligned.

Operating Instructions

Starting The Machine - Figures 1 & 2

A. Before turning on your canister, make sure that the vacuum handle is in
its upright locked position (figure 1).

1. With the canister main power switch in the OFF position, and the power
control slider on the handle (#11, figure 2) in the OFF position, pull the

power cord out from the base of the canister (see canister owner�s

manual). The power cord should be unwound from the cable reel at least
two thirds of its length.

2. Plug the polarized power cord into a 120 volt outlet located near the
floor.

3. Press the main power switch on the base of the canister gently with your
foot or hand to the ON position.

4. Slide the Power Control Slider (#11, figure 2) to the ON position (the
slider will �click� when it is pushed out of the OFF position). It will then
slide freely between 0 suction and MAX suction. Set the slider to the suction
desired. The green light does not illuminate in the upright position (figure

1). The green light will illuminate only in the operating position.

Operating The Machine - Figure 3

B. When the power head is switched on with the handle in the
upright locked position (see figure 1 above), the brush roller will
not spin. To release the power head from the upright locked
position, press down on the foot pedal (#8, figure 3) and lower
the handle into the normal operating position. The brush roller
will then start spinning and the green light on the power head
will illuminate.
The handle can be lowered to a horizontal position useful for
vacuuming under beds.
You may adjust the suction control with the power control slider
as you vacuum different surfaces or when using the accessory
tools. For optimal cleaning and brushing, operate the machine at
the maximum suction power setting and push the power head slowly over the carpet.

When the canister�s main power switch is in the ON position, you may turn the power head off and on
with the power control slider (#11, figure 2). To turn the power head off using the power control slider,
pull the slider to 0 suction, then continue pulling the slider up until it �clicks� into the OFF position.
The green power head light will then shut off.

Always turn the power off on both the canister and the power head when changing heads or
unplugging the vacuum. Slide the power control slider on the power head to its OFF position, press

the main power switch on the base of the canister gently with your foot or hand, then unplug the
canister to completely shut down the power when changing heads or storing the vacuum. Hold the plug
while rewinding the cord onto the cord reel. Avoid letting the plug whip while rewinding.

WARNING! The quality, condition, coating, texture, age and manufacturing technique of all floor
surfaces vary. Therefore, vacuums with rotating brushes, including your SEBO, may damage some floor
coverings or surfaces. Some types of high-gloss hardwood floors, cushion vinyl, berber carpets, long
shag, and delicate or hand- oven carpets are particularly vulnerable to damage by rotating brushes.
When possible, consult the materials supplied by your flooring manufacturer for information on proper
upkeep and cleaning. To ensure that your new SEBO vacuum cleaner is compatible with your floor,
please test the vacuum cleaner on each type of flooring surface in a small inconspicuous area to
determine if any damage occurs. If damage occurs, stop using the vacuum cleaner immediately!