Sanitaire SC899 - Manual (Page 10)

HOW TO MAINTAIN
The instructions given in this booklet serve as a guide to routine maintenance. To avoid
unnecessary service calls, check the bag, belt and brush roll often.
Quick Kleen ® Fan Chamber
NOTE: Turn off the switch and unplug the electrical cord before cleaning.
The clear, removable fan chamber cover provides easy
inspection, cleaning, and maintenance of the fan
chamber. Removing the cover provides easy access to
the motor fan. Grease buildup, dirt, or other obstructions,
visible through the fan cover, should be removed. To
clean the fan area, take off the chrome bottom plate by
releasing the two cam locks (see Brush Roll Belt, Figure
1 and 2). Remove the belt from the motor pulley, then
loosen and remove the screws on either side of the fan
cover, as indicated by the arrows. Push the cam locks
outward against the wheels to lift the cover from the
cleaner base. Dirt and obstructions can easily be
cleared; however, caked grease may need to be scraped
from the cover and the cleaner. If the fan does not turn
freely, it also should be removed for cleaning. To remove the fan, place a wrench over
the motor pulley. Hold the fan blades with one hand and turn the wrench counterclockwise.
Remove the motor pulley and lift the fan off the motor shaft. Clean the area and replace
the fan over the motor shaft. Tighten the motor pulley snugly clockwise with the wrench.
If necessary, replace the fan cover or the gasket with replacement parts.
Be sure the gasket is in place. Reposition the fan cover by first placing the exhaust end
into place between the large rear wheels. Seat the fan cover firmly. Next replace the
belt and bottom plate as the pressure from the bottom plate helps seal the fan cover.
Start the two screws by hand to be sure they are straight, then tighten.
Order fan chamber cover replacement kit (fan cover, gasket, two screws) Part No.
52334.
Cleaner Care
NOTE: Turn off the switch and unplug the electrical cord before cleaning unit.
To keep the vacuum cleaner looking new, it can be wiped with a damp cloth and a mild
soap solution, then thoroughly dried. Never use any type of chemical as chemicals can
damage the cleaner. When not in use, the cleaner should be stored in a clean, dry
place.
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