Sebo Carpet Cleaner Power Head User Guide

SEBO ET-C Power Head  
For Household Use Only  
© Copyright SEBO America, LLC • All rights reserved.  
 
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS 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 20. Machines can cause a fire when operated near flammable  
outlet when not in use and before servicing.  
vapors or materials. Do not operate this vacuum near  
flammable fluids, dust or vapors.  
2. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.  
21. Maintenance and repairs must be done by qualified  
personnel.  
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.  
22. Use only original SEBO replacement parts.  
23. Do not use vacuum as a step.  
4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only  
manufacturer-recommended attachments.  
24. Do not leave machine standing in one place with machine  
turned on.  
5. Do not use with a damaged cord or plug. If vacuum  
is not working as it should, has been dropped, 25. While the vacuum is in use, the power cord should be  
damaged, left out-doors, or dropped into water, take it to  
a SEBO service center.  
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.  
6. Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle,  
close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp 26. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away  
edges or corners. Do not run vacuum over cord.  
Keep cord away from heated surfaces.  
from vacuum openings and moving parts. Do not place  
fingers or other body parts under vacuum unless it is  
unplugged.  
7. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp  
the plug – not the cord.  
27. Do not place the power head over rug edges or fringe.  
8. Do not plug in if switch is in the “I” (ON) position.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
30. Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized  
service representative.  
13. Do not re-use filter (dust) bags or wash the filters.  
14. Do not remove any screws from vacuum.  
31. The hose contains electrical wires. Do not use if damaged,  
cut, or punctured. Avoid picking up sharp objects.  
15. Do not vacuum up anything that is burning or smoking,  
such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.  
32. Always unplug vacuum before connecting or disconnecting  
either hose or power head.  
16. Do not use vacuum without dust bag and/or filters in  
place.  
33. Use this power head only in combination with a SEBO  
vacuum cleaner.  
17. Turn off all machine controls before unplugging.  
18. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.  
34. Do not connect power head to a malfunctioning or damaged  
vacuum.  
19. Do not use machine to vacuum up flammable or  
combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas  
where they may be present.  
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SPECIAL SEBO PRODUCT FEATURES  
Your SEBO ET-C Power Head is designed specifically for use with the SEBO C3.1 and K3 canister vacuum  
cleaners. These vacuums are among the most technically advanced canister vacuum cleaners in the world.  
For example, the ET-C Power Head has 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-C Power Head’s 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 Strip instead of a Brush Roller. The brush strip for the ET-C slides in and out for fast and easy  
replacement.  
4. Brush Information Panel. Located on the top of the power head is a brush information panel with two  
lights and a quick-reference area that will tell you what the illuminated lights indicate.  
5. Electronic Overload Protection. If the brush is jammed, the red “BRUSH CONTROLlight will  
illuminate and the vacuum will automatically shut off.  
6. Brush Deterioration Warning. The red AND green “BRUSH CONTROLlights will illuminate (after a  
10 second delay) to notify the user that the brush strip is too worn and, therefore, should be replaced.  
The lights will remain illuminated until the worn brush strip is replaced, but the machine will continue to  
operate in the meantime. Both lights may also illuminate if the brush doesn’t find enough resistance; for  
example, when the power head is lifted from the floor or is used on hard floors.  
7. Stationary Use. When the machine has its handle in the upright-locked position, it is designed to  
shut off the brush roller. Both brush control lights will be off. An operating power head should not stand  
stationary on the floor for inappropriate periods of time.  
The control panel is located on the top side of the power head.  
Quick-reference panel tells you what the  
illuminated brush control lights indicate  
(see page 7).  
BRUSH CONTROL Lights  
Red light  
Green light  
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Identification of Parts  
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3
2
1. Power head  
2. Brush information panel  
3. Swivel neck  
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4. Connection plug  
5. Foot pedal  
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6. Brush strip cover  
7. Telescopic Tube release button  
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Attaching the Power Head to  
the Telescopic Tube of your  
SEBO C3.1 or K3 Vacuum  
1. Find the connection tab (A) at the base of the telescopic tube (B).  
2. Move the connection tab (A) IN toward the tube (C). See  
enlarged detail below. It will only move approximately 1/8-inch.  
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 prop-  
erly 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.  
B
E
A
E
A
C
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Operating Instructions  
Starting The Machine - Figures 1 & 2  
A. Before turning on your canister, make sure that the vacuum han-  
dle 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 (#8, 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.  
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4. Slide the Power Control Slider (#8, 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.  
Release the foot pedal (#5, figure 3).  
Figure 1  
Switch Position -  
#8, Figure 2  
0 = Zero Suction  
MAX = Maximum Suction  
Figure 2  
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  
(#5, 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.  
ON position - Slide the slider  
down toward 0 suction till it  
“clicks” out of position.  
OFF position - Pull the slider  
up to 0 suction then continue  
pulling the slider up until it  
“clicks” into the OFF position.  
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 vac-  
uum different surfaces or when using the accessory tools. For optimal clean-  
ing and brushing, operate the machine at the maximum suction power set-  
ting 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 (#8, 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.  
Always turn the power off on both the canister and the power head  
when changing heads or unplugging the vacuum. Slide the power con-  
trol 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.  
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Figure 3  
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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-woven carpets are par-  
ticularly vulnerable to damage by rotating brushes. When possible, consult the materials supplied by your flooring manufac-  
turer 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!  
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The Brush Information Display Panel - Figure 4  
The control panel is located on the power head.  
A
B
C
Quick-reference panels tell you what the illuminated  
brush control lights mean.The brush control lights are  
in panel D.  
D
Brush Control lights  
Figure 4  
Red light  
Green light  
BRUSH CONTROL LIGHTS (Panel D) and what they indicate:  
Green light only  
Brush is functioning correctly.  
(reference Panel A)  
(reference Panel B)  
Green and Red lights illuminated  
Reduced brush action because:  
Brush strip is worn.  
OR  
Brush doesn’t find enough  
resistance; for example, when lifted  
from the floor or used on hard floors.  
Red light only  
No lights  
Power brush is jammed.  
(reference Panel C)  
Machine is powered off.  
OR  
Machine is on, and the handle is in  
its upright locked position; the  
brush is not spinning.  
For more information on the display panel, see page 4.  
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Maintenance  
Always unplug vacuum from outlet  
before dismantling any part of machine!  
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Changing the Brush Strip - Figure 5  
To change the brush strip, open the brush strip cover (6)  
by unscrewing the attachment screw using a phillips-type  
screwdriver and lifting the cover. Rotate the brush until the  
end of the brush strip (9) shows in the opening. Pull the  
brush strip out using your fingers, or use pliers to grasp  
the edge of the brush strip and pull it out.  
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To insert the new brush strip, rotate the roller until the  
brush strip slot is visible at the opening. Insert the base of  
the new strip into the slot and push it all the way in. You  
may help guide the strip in by grasping the strip on the  
underside of the power head and pulling it along the roller.  
Close the brush strip cover and replace the screw.  
Figure 5  
Cleaning the Brush Strip  
Replacement Brush Strip  
Part # 2046  
Unplug the vacuum before attempting to clean the  
brush. The brush should be cleaned regularly. Fibers  
and hair can be pulled out of the brush while manually  
rotating the roller, or the brush strip can be removed from  
the power head to clean it.  
Clog Removal  
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6
7
Always unplug vacuum from outlet  
before removing any clogs!  
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Clogs in the Swivel Neck - Figure 6  
To check for a clog in the swivel neck, remove the tele-  
scopic tube by pressing the release button (7). Pull the  
tube out of the swivel neck. Then, release the foot pedal  
(6), lower the swivel neck, check inside the swivel neck  
channel, and clean out pathway.  
For clogs not in the power head, please refer to your can-  
ister vacuum’s manual.  
Figure 6  
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Trouble-Shooting Guide  
Always unplug vacuum from outlet before dismantling any part of the machine!  
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PROBLEM  
REASON  
SOLUTION  
Does not turn on  
1. Telescopic tube not inserted properly. 1. See page 5.  
2. Not plugged into good outlet.  
3. Cable worn.  
2. Use another outlet.  
3. Replace cable.  
4. The power control slider switch is  
set to “0” (“off” position).  
4. Slide the power control slider  
switch to “on” position.  
Red light is on &  
machine shuts off  
1. Brush roller is jammed.  
1. Remove brush roller obstruction.  
See page 8.  
2. Airflow pathway is clogged.  
2. Remove clog. See page 8.  
3. Overload shut down from  
excessively deep but loose carpet  
pile (e.g., long shag carpet).  
3. If carpet pile is too deep and loose,  
then use a “shag rake” attachment  
instead of the ET-C power head.  
Red and green lights are 1. Brush worn.  
1. Replace brush strip. See page 8.  
both on  
2. Reduced brush action.  
2. Brush is not fully in contact with  
the floor.  
No lights are illuminated  
Does not pick up  
1. Machine is in upright locked  
position and roller is shut off.  
1. Release the foot pedal and lower  
the telescopic tube to operating  
level. See page 6.  
1. Telescopic tube tube not  
inserted properly.  
1. See page 5.  
Check your C3.1 or K3 canister user’s manual for more trouble-shooting problems and solutions.  
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SEBO ET-C Power Head  
Schematic and Parts List  
Pos. Part #  
Description  
Pos. Part #  
Description  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
2002 DG  
2007 DG  
2009  
2911 DG  
2010  
2614 DG  
2014  
Chassis  
Bumper  
Axle  
Foot pedal  
Axle spring  
Wheel  
Axle clamp  
Screw F 3.9 x 12 DIN 7981  
Swivel neck assembly  
Male contact holder  
Swivel neck cover  
Cap  
Release button  
Leaf spring  
Plastic bearing inside  
Washer  
Swivel neck support  
Switch lever  
Micro switch for swivel neck  
Micro switch support  
Locking washer  
Brush motor 120 V  
23 05095 S  
24 2025  
25 2566  
26 0174  
27 2049  
28 2079 DG  
29 2030 ER  
30 2046  
31 2091  
32 2047  
Carbon brush set / brush motor  
Motor pulley  
Motor mounting  
Screw C 3.9 x 22 DIN 7981  
Drive belt  
Bearing plate  
Brush assembly, cpl.  
Brush strip  
0102  
6145 UL  
Bearing block, l.h.  
Bearing block, r.h.  
Brush roller pulley  
Screw C 3.9 x 16 DIN 7981  
P.C. board, 120 V  
Powerhead cover  
Brush strip cover  
Screw AM 5 x 25 DIN 7985  
Adapter 32 mm  
Adapter 32 mm  
Cover for adapter  
Mains cable  
Cable clamp  
Screw AM 4 x 12, DIN 84  
Nut M4, ST, DIN 562  
10 6146 UL  
11 6137 HG  
12 1738 HG  
13 1737 HG  
14 1739  
15 2467  
16 0155  
17 2466  
18 2452  
19 0531  
20 2453  
21 0141  
22 2241 ER  
33 2458  
34 0103  
35 2584 ER  
36 2482 HG  
37 2058  
38 0110 TL  
39 2780 AM  
40 2781 DG  
41 2782 DG  
42 2784  
43 1030 UL  
44 0117  
45 0131  
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SEBO Vacuum Cleaner Warranty  
Three Years Non-Wear Parts - One Year Labor  
1. Your authorized SEBO dealer or SEBO will provide  
7. The Wear Parts excluded from warranty coverage  
the original product purchaser with replacement of  
Non-Wear Parts which fail due to a material or work-  
manship defect for a period of three (3) years from  
the original date of purchase of new product.  
include the brush strip, the front bottom plate and  
the rear bottom plate.  
8. This warranty applies only while your SEBO power  
head is physically located within the United States of  
America and its territories or Canada.  
2. Your authorized SEBO dealer or SEBO will repair (or  
SEBO will cover labor charges associated with  
repair) a defective SEBO power head at no cost to  
the original purchaser, within one (1) year of original  
purchase of new product.  
9. The purchase receipt showing the date, price, and  
item of purchase is the initial document of proof of  
purchase and determines the validity of warranty. To  
be certain that your warranty claim can be  
processed as quickly and efficiently as possible,  
please retain your original purchase receipt and mail  
in the warranty card provided with your new SEBO  
power head or vacuum cleaner.  
3. SEBO America, Floor Care Equipment, Ltd., or an  
authorized SEBO dealer must complete all warranty  
repairs.  
4. To locate an authorized SEBO dealer in your area,  
or to register a warranty claim in the United States  
of America, please call SEBO America at  
(800) 334-6614.  
10. This warranty gives you specific legal rights.You may  
also have other legal rights, which vary from  
state/province to state/province.  
5. To locate an authorized SEBO dealer or to register a  
warranty claim in Canada, please call Floor Care  
Equipment, Ltd. at (800) 661-8687.  
11. SEBO America will not process nor will it accept  
responsibility for warranty claims for machines  
purchased from dealers located in Canada.  
Floor Care Equipment, Ltd. will not process nor will it  
accept responsibility for warranty claims for  
machines purchased from dealers located in the  
United States.  
6. The warranties provided for above apply exclusively  
to SEBO power heads which are used residen-  
tially. No warranty is provided for SEBO power  
heads used commercially.  
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY:  
The remedies provided under the terms of this Warranty are the purchaser’s exclusive remedies and are in lieu of any  
other remedies otherwise available.  
LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS:  
THE WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:  
• Used or secondhand products.  
• Products outside of the warranty period.  
• Items not manufactured by SEBO.  
• Normal maintenance service.  
• Equipment damaged by improper use,  
accident, other casualty or negligence.  
• Machines equipped with nonauthorized  
attachments or modifications.  
• Machines on which the serial number has  
been altered or removed.  
SEBO MAKES NO OTHER REPRESENTATIONS OR WAR-  
RANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED AND SPECIFICALLY  
EXCLUDES THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MER-  
CHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR  
PURPOSE.  
A
PARTICULAR  
SEBO WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE-  
QUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND OR NATURE.  
THIS DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL NOT  
APPLY TO THE EXTENT SAID DISCLAIMER IS NOT  
ALLOWED BY APPLICABLE STATE/PROVINCIAL LAW.  
To contact SEBO in the United States of America:  
SEBO America, LLC  
Telephone: (800) 334-6614 • (303) 792-9181  
Fax: (303) 792-9196  
To contact SEBO in Canada:  
Floor Care Equipment, Ltd.  
Telephone: (800) 661-8687 • (403) 250-5005  
Fax: (403) 250-5057  
02/2003  
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