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Kirby Sentria Vacuum Cleaner Sentria: Experience superior home cleaning with its powerful suction, HEPA filtration, and versatile attachments for deep cleaning carpets, floors, upholstery, and more.

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Congratulations

Kirby Sentria in Moscow - $2000 - Tel: (495) 506-9032

Dear Kirby Customer,

Congratulations on your purchase. You now own a superior, complete home care system designed to help make your home and furnishings look better and last longer. Most importantly, repeated use of your Kirby Sentria

™

system will give you the type of clean in-home environment you want and deserve.

This use and care manual is designed to help you get the most out of your new Sentria home care system and enjoy its numerous benefits and features. The Owner's DVD (where available) will give you step-by-step instructions on your machine's operation. Your local distributor is available should you have any further questions.

The Kirby Company, the hallmark of innovation and quality for over 90 years, sells through the in-home sales method in over 70 countries. We want you to know that every customer is important to us and that we sincerely appreciate your business.

Please enjoy your Sentria home care system to its fullest!

This manual is written for use with the Kirby® Sentria™ home care system.

For assistance, contact your local authorized distributor.

The Kirby Company, 1920 West 114th Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44102, U.S.A.

USA Parts and Supplies (1-800-437-7170), [email protected]

USA Consumer Relations (1-800-494-8586), [email protected]

Russia Parts and Supplies (7-495-506-9032), [email protected] www.kirby.com

, Russia: www.kirby.by.ru

Kirby, Micron Magic, Splitsecond, Splitsecond 2, Scuttle, Odorific, Tech Drive, Miracle Waxer, Handi-Bulter and Mini Em-Tor are registered trademarks of The Scott Fetzer Company.

Sentria is a trademark of The Scott Fetzer Company.

Important Safety Instructions

WHEN USING AN ELECTRICAL APPLIANCE, BASIC PRECAUTIONS

SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED.

BE FAMILIAR WITH ALL THE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE USING YOUR Sentria HOME CARE SYSTEM.

WARNING

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

• Do not leave appliance unattended when running or plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.

• Do not use outdoors. Use only on dry surfaces or with the Kirby Carpet Shampoo System.

Do not expose to rain. Store indoors.

• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.

Do not let children use the cleaner unattended.

• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended attachments.

• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water, return it to a factory authorized distributor or service center.

• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close doors on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

• Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.

• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep openings free of dust, lint, hair and anything that may reduce airflow.

• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.

• Do not use to pick up anything that is burning, smoldering or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, glowing particles or hot ashes.

• Do not use to pick up combustible materials.

• Do not use without dustbag and/or filters in place.

• Turn unit OFF before unplugging the cord.

• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline or use in confined areas where flammable or combustible vapors are present.

• When using the Carpet Shampoo System, do not use flammable or combustible liquids to clean carpet or floor.

• When using the Floor Care System, use only genuine Kirby® cleaning products or commercially available floor cleaners or waxes intended for machine operation.

• Unplug the cord from the wall outlet and let the motor come to a complete stop before attempting any cleaning, service or changing accessories.

• This appliance is provided with Double Insulation. It must be serviced by a factory authorized distributor or service center using genuine Kirby parts to maintain safety and to protect your warranty. See page 59.

• Keep all Kirby chemicals out of the reach of children. These chemicals may cause irritation or discomfort if swallowed or placed in the eyes.

• Do not use flammable or combustible fluid in the Portable Sprayer.

• Do not use pesticides or chemical products in the Portable Sprayer that may affect or damage the human respiratory system, eyes or skin.

• To avoid irritation or damage to eyes or ears, keep the massage cup and all other accessories a safe distance away.

• Always use safety glasses when turbo sanding.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

The Sentria

™

Model G10D is Listed and Certified by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. and Canadian Standards Association as a double insulated appliance. The Model 293006 and 295006 Carpet Shampoo System, Model 293106 and 295106 Floor Care System,

Model 293506 Zippbrush, Model 293206 Turbo Accessory System and Model 298806 and 298906 Handl-Butler

Tool are also Optional Accessories for use with this Kirby

® model. Outside North America, the 230/240 Volt model G10E, and the 100 Volt model

G10J products are approved by national test authorities as appropriate.

Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions

About this Manual

Kirby® Micron Magic® HEPA Filtration

Part 1 - Getting Started 6

Moving Your System/Handle Tilt Latch Lock/Toe-Touch Control 7

Power Nozzle Height Adjustment/Tech Drive® Power Assist 8

Installing/Changing Disposable Filter Bags 9

Bag Support Strap/Mini Em-Tor® Collector/The Belt Lifter 10

Part 2 — Upright & Portable Cleaner 12

Upright Cord Management 13

The Upright Cleaner 14

Straight Suction Cleaner 15

The Portable Cleaner 16

Part 3 — Canister Cleaner & Attachments 18

Converting to a Canister Cleaner/Installing the Attachment Hose 19

Extension Tubes/Surface Nozzle/Duster Brush 20

Upholstery Nozzle/Crevice Tool/Wall & Ceiling Brash 21

Massage Cup/Suction Control Grip 22

Using Your Sentria System as a Blower 23

The Portable Sprayer 25

The Portable Shampooer 27

Part 4 — Optional Accessories 29

The Carpet Shampoo System 30

Kirby Guard Carpet & Upholstery Protector 36

The Miracle Waxer® - Floor Polisher 37

The Floor Care System - Floor Buffer 39

The Floor Care System - Carpet Fluffer 41

The Turbo Accessory System 42

The Zippbrush 45

The Handi-Butler® Tool 46

Part 5 — Operating/Maintenance Tips 54

Changing the Power Nozzle Belt 55

Adjusting the Brush Roll Height 56

Miscellaneous Parts Replacement 58

Questions and Answers/Troubleshooting 59

Other Fine Kirby® Cleaning Products 64

Index

Expanded Illustration of the Sentria model & Accessories

If you have any questions regarding your purchase or the operation of your Kirby Home Care

System, please contact your local authorized distributorship:

You may contact The Kirby Company's Consumer Relations Department by: e-mail [email protected]

mail Consumer Relations telephone 1-800-494-8586 1920 West 114th Street fax 216-529-6146 Cleveland, Ohio 44102

Our business hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time, U.S.A. Monday through Friday.

About This Manual

This Owner's Manual was designed to be easy to read and follow. It has been organized in sections based on the various ways you may use your new Kirby

Sentria

™

system. Within each section, simple step-by-step illustrations will help you easily visualize the steps required to properly operate your new Sentria system and its many attachments and optional accessories.

Please note: Illustrations and descriptions of each part of your new Sentria home care system can be found in the rear of the manual. Please refer to these illustrations and corresponding (#'s) as you read the manual.

In addition to the Table of Contents on page 3, you will also find an Index on page 66 that will refer you to the information you require.

We sincerely hope this Owner's Manual will help you obtain years of satisfactory world-class performance from the Sentria home care system by Kirby.

MICRON MAGIC

®

• • • • H E P A F I L T R A T I O N

With MicroAllergen Technology

You bought the best; you expect the best. That's why the Kirby Company developed the

Micron Magic HEPA (High Efficiency Particle Arrest) Filtration System featuring the latest in clean air technology without sacrificing tremendous airflow.

Your new Sentria

™

system includes our BEST filters:

• Traps over 99% of particles as small as 0.3 microns

• Rated HEPA 11

• Minimizes bag odor

So, what does this mean?

Improved Indoor Air Quality!

These improvements are a part of the Kirby Company's pursuit to respond to our customers' needs. The Kirby Micron Magic HEPA Filtration System demonstrates the quality you expect and the performance you deserve.

Reorder genuine Kirby Micron Magic HEPA filter bags with MicroAllergen Technology from your local authorized Kirby Distributor.

The Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) has awarded the Kirby home care system its "Green Label" seal of approval for meeting the organization's requirements for soil removal, dust containment and appearance retention.

For those who appreciate Quality, Reliability and Performance

Getting Started

PART ONE

This section outlines general information you will need as you begin using your new Sentria

™

system. It includes information on:

Moving and Carrying Your System

Using the Handle Tilt Latch Lock

The Toe-Touch Control

Proper Power Nozzle Height

Using Tech Drive

Power Assist

Installing/Changing Disposable Filter Bags

Emptying the Mini Em-Tor

Collector

Understanding the Belt Lifter

Please read this section (as well as all other sections) carefully before using your new Sentria home care system.

Getting Started

MOVING YOUR SYSTEM

Your Sentria system is equipped with Tech Drive

power assist. In order to push your unit with the motor OFF, the

Tech Drive Pedal (11) must be turned OFF (disengaged).

Turn Tech Drive power assist OFF by pushing down on the gray "N" side (marked "N" for Neutral) of the Tech Drive N/

D Pedal. (See page 8 for additional information.)

CARRYING YOUR SYSTEM

NOTE: The Carrying Grip (18) is designed for convenience in carrying your Sentria system. •

HANDLE TILT LATCH LOCK

The Handle Tilt Latch Lock (10) serves two purposes:

1 To allow you to lift the front of the Sentria system over door thresholds or throw rugs. To do so, move the Tilt

Latch Lock towards the bag. By doing this, the handle will only lower part way. This allows you to push down on the locked handle and lift the front of the unit. >

To allow you to store your Sentria system in a vertical position or carry it.

To do this, lower the handle to a horizontal position near the floor. While pushing the handle down, move the Tilt Latch

Lock away from the bag to lock the handle down. You can now stand the unit up onto its bumper and lean it against a wall for storage.

This vertical position may also be useful in carrying the unit.

To lift the unit, use the Carrying Grip (18). •

TOE-TOUCH CONTROL

The Toe-Touch Control (8), (9), located over the front wheel, raises and lowers the front of your Sentria system.

Step down on the Toe-Touch Control Bottom Pedal (9) to raise the front. •

/!\ CAUTION: Never unlock the Handle Tilt Latch without holding on to the handle. The handle is spring-loaded and could quickly pivot upward when unlatched.

Getting Started

POWER NOZZLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

When using the Power Nozzle (25), it is important to adjust the height properly. Start by pressing the Toe-Touch Control

Bottom Pedal (9) all the way down, raising the front of your system all the way up.

The Toe-Touch Control adjusts the Power Nozzle to seven different heights. The highest four positions are used for attaching accessories. Positions #1-3 are used for carpet and floor cleaning. Positions #1-3 are indicated when the number shows directly in front of the Toe-Touch Control Upper Pedal (8).

Turn the unit on and press the Toe-Touch Control upper pedal 4 times (one notch at a time) until you see the #3 in front of the Toe-Touch Control Upper Pedal. You are now at the HIGHEST floor cleaning position used for high-pile and plush carpets.

Press one more notch down for the MEDIUM position

(until you see the #2 in front of the Toe-Touch Control Upper

Pedal.) This is the most widely used position for all-type carpets. Push one more notch down for LOW (until you see the #1 in front of the Toe-Touch Control upper pedal). This is the lowest position for low pile carpet and hard floor cleaning.

NOTE: When finished vacuuming, press the Toe-Touch

Control Bottom Pedal all the way down to move your

Sentria system. •

TECH DRIVE

POWER ASSIST

Your new Sentria system is equipped with Tech Drive power assist. This innovative feature eliminates most of the effort required to move your Sentria system back and forth. •

TURNING TECH DRIVE POWER ASSIST

ON (DRIVE)

To engage Tech Drive power assist push down the red "D" side (marked "D" for Drive) of the Tech Drive N/D Pedal (12) located just below the Power Switch. (13)

You may use your Sentria system without Tech Drive power assist if desired. Simply put the Tech Drive pedal in Neutral. •

/!\ IMPORTANT:

To avoid possible damage to soft tiles or marking of waxed and finished non-carpeted floors, disengage the Tech Drive pedal.

Getting Started

TURNING TECH DRIVE POWER ASSIST

OFF (NEUTRAL)

To move your Sentria

™

system with the motor OFF or to vacuum without power assist, Tech Drive power assist must be put in Neutral.

To place Tech Drive power assist in Neutral, push down the gray "N" side (marked "N" for Neutral) of the Tech Drive

N/D Pedal (11). •

INSTALLING/CHANGING DISPOSABLE

FILTER BAGS

A Disposable Filter Bag must be installed before you begin vacuuming.

1 To install a new Disposable Filter Bag, unzip the Outer

Permanent Bag (1) and pull out the Disposable Filter

Bag along with the Top Adaptor (5). >

2 When necessary, remove the used Disposable Filter Bag.

NOTE: Always replace the Disposable Filter Bag when dirt reaches the "FULL" line on the bag. Failure to do so will affect performance.

From the rear of the Disposable Bag, grasp the cardboard faceplate. Holding the Top Adaptor steady, rotate the cardboard faceplate to the left (counter-clockwise). When the lock tabs on the Top Adaptor align with the slots in the cardboard faceplate, gently pull the bag off. >

3 To install a new Disposable Filter Bag, grasp the cardboard faceplate from the rear of the Disposable Filter bag. Align the slots in the cardboard faceplate on the

Disposable Filter Bag with the lock tabs on the Top Adaptor.

Then push the Top Adaptor into the bag opening.

Holding the Top Adaptor steady, rotate the cardboard faceplate to the right (clockwise) to secure the Disposable Filter Bag.

NOTE: To avoid air leaks, make sure the cardboard faceplate is securely positioned up against the flat portion of the Top

Adaptor. >

/!\ CAUTION:

Before changing the Disposable Filter Bag, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet and be sure that the motor and fan have stopped.

Getting Started

BAG SUPPORT STRAP

4 Check to make sure the Bag Support Strap (4)is connected to the Top Adaptor (5). The Bag Support Strap provides the support required for proper operation of the Disposable Filter Bag.

If it is not connected, thread the strap through the small hole of the Top Adaptor. Then place the hole in the strap over the stud on the Top Adaptor.

Finally, insert the adaptor and new filter bag into the Outer

Permanent Bag (1)and close the zipper completely for maximum performance.

NOTE: In order for the Filtration System to perform effectively, use only Kirby

Micron Magic

HEPA Filtration Bags. If the outside bag is torn or damaged, please replace immediately. •

EMPTYING THE MINI EM-TOR

COLLECTOR

The Mini Em-Tor (6) collector is designed to collect large, heavy particles which can be emptied by removing the Mini

Em-Tor collector.

1 To remove, grasp the Mini Em-Tor collector in the handhold provided and rotate it away from the body of the system as far as it will go, then lift it off.

The top of the bag is released from the handle by pressing the

Bag Release Button (16). After removing the Mini Em-Tor collector and the entire Bag Assembly, position the front opening of the Mini Em-Tor collector over a newspaper and shake it to remove the particles. >

2 To replace the Mini Em-Tor collector, re-attach the entire

Bag Assembly by inserting the Bag Latch Tab (2)at the top of the bag into the slot under the Bag Release Button (16).

Finally, line up the raised indicator arrow of the Mini Em-Tor collector with the indicator arrow on the Air Exhaust Port (19).

Rotate the Mini Em-Tor collector towards the Sentria system and lock it in place.

NOTE: The Mini Em-Tor collector must be securely locked in place or the unit will not operate. •

/!\ CAUTION:

USING THE BELT LIFTER

The Belt Lifter (20) on your Sentria system is used for two purposes:

1) To engage or disengage the Brush Roll. When the Brush Roll is disengaged, the Sentria system can be used as a straight suction cleaner (page 15), and;

2) To allow removal of the Power Nozzle when converting your Sentria system for use with various attachments and optional accessories.

To avoid damaging the belt, turn the Sentria system OFF before using the Belt Lifter. >

Do not pick up heavy objects, such as coins, screws, rocks or similar objects. This may damage the fan.

Getting Started

USING THE BELT LIFTER (cont)

1 To use the Belt Lifter, you must first raise the Headlight

Hood (21). >

2 Flip out the handle on the Belt Lifter (20). Use it to turn the Belt Lifter fully to the left (counter-clockwise) until it stops and the red arrows line up. This stretches the belt and lifts it off the motor shaft. Return the handle on the

Belt Lifter to its closed position.

If you are using your Sentria

™

system as a straight suction cleaner, simply lower the Headlight Hood. The Brush Roll is now disengaged and will not rotate when the power switch is turned ON. >

3 The belt will be stretched to the top of the nozzle as shown. >

4 To re-engage the belt so the Brush Roll rotates, simply raise the Headlight Hood and use the handle to turn the

Belt Lifter fully to the right (clockwise) until the green arrows line up. Then lower the Headlight Hood.

The Brash Roll will now rotate when the Power Switch is turned ON.

NOTE: The belt should not be stretched when stored for an extended period. Make sure the green arrows line up for storage. >

5 Your Sentria system is equipped with a Brush Roll

Performance Indicator Light (7), located on the top right side of the Power Nozzle. The purpose of this light is to show if the Brush Roll is rotating properly.

If the Brush Roll Indicator Light flashes intermittently or does not come on when using the Power Nozzle, the Brush

Roll Belt may not be working properly. Either the Belt is not engaged or may need to be replaced.

To replace the Brush Roll Belt, also called the Power Nozzle

Belt, see Page 55. •

Upright & Portable Cleaner

PART TWO

Your Sentria

™

home care system is extremely versatile.

In this section, we will discuss the following:

Upright Cord Management

Using your Sentria System as an

Upright Cleaner

Using your Upright as a Straight

Suction Cleaner

Cleaning Hard-Surface Floors

Using your Sentria System as a

Portable Cleaner

Cleaning Mattresses and Carpeted Stairs

Upright & Portable Cleaner

UPRIGHT CORD MANAGEMENT

The Sentria system Upright handle incorporates a series of hooks and fasteners to keep the cord off the floor and attached to the upright handle for your convenience.

1 When using your Sentria system as an upright, snap the power cord into the two cord holders located on the back of the handle. >

2 With the Upper Cord Hook in the up or 12 o'clock position, route the cord toward the rear of the unit and slide the cord in to the c-shaped holder on the Upper

Cord Hook. The cord can now be wrapped around the Upper and Lower Cord Hooks for storage. To quick-release the cord for use, rotate the Upper Cord Hook down to the 6 o'clock position. The c-shaped holder is designed to hold the cord securely in place and prevent the first loop from dropping to the floor.

NOTE: The cord can only be inserted or removed from the c-shaped holder when the Upper Cord Hook is in the 12 o'clock position. •

Upright & Portable Cleaner

THE UPRIGHT CLEANER

Before you begin vacuuming, it's important to have the Power

Nozzle (25) adjusted to the proper height setting. This gives you the most efficient cleaning action. Lowering the Power Nozzle too far prevents proper cleaning and shortens belt life.

The proper height setting can be achieved by doing the following: >

1 Before you turn the Sentria

™

system ON, raise the

Power Nozzle by stepping on the Toe Touch Control

Bottom Pedal (9) all the way down. >

2 Turn the Sentria system ON by pressing the Power

Switch (13). >

3 Press the Toe-Touch Control Upper Pedal 4 times.

You are now at the HIGHEST floor cleaning position

(indicated by the #3 showing in front of the Toe-Touch

Control Upper Pedal). Press the pedal again for medium carpets (indicated by the #2) and again for low pile carpets

(indicated by the #1.) >

Upright & Portable Cleaner

4 If desired, engage Tech Drive

power assist by pushing down the red "D" side (marked "D" for Drive) of the Tech Drive N/D Pedal (12) located just below the

Power Switch (13). >

5 To turn your Sentria

™

system OFF, press the Toe-

Touch Control Bottom Pedal (9) all the way down until nozzle is fully raised.

Disengage Tech Drive power assist by stepping on the gray

"N" side (marked "N" for Neutral) of the Tech Drive N/D

Pedal (11).

Turn the Sentria system OFF by pressing the Power Switch

(13) and then unplugging. •

STRAIGHT SUCTION CLEANER

Straight Suction Cleaning allows you to vacuum hard floors, throw rugs and delicate carpets without use of the Brush Roll.

NOTE: When using Straight Suction Cleaning without the Hard

Floor Pad, either on carpets or bare floors, lower the nozzle as close as possible to the floor without touching the floor.

1 With the Sentria system turned OFF, raise the

Headlight Hood (21). >

2 Flip out the handle on the Belt Lifter (20). Use it to turn the Belt Lifter all the way to the left (counter-clockwise) until the red arrows line up (see page 10). Return the handle on the Belt Lifter to its closed position.

Then lower the Headlight Hood.

The Brush Roll is now disengaged and your Sentria system will operate as a Straight Suction Cleaner. •

/!\ NOTICE:

Tech Drive pedal must be in neutral when using the cleaner on hard surface floors.

Upright & Portable Cleaner

THE HARD FLOOR PAD (optional)

By attaching the optional Hard Floor Pad to your Sentria

™

, system you may dust bare floors. While the unit is turned

OFF, raise the Power Nozzle (25) as far as it will go by pressing the Toe-Touch Control Bottom Pedal (9). Attach the

Hard Floor Pad onto the nozzle opening using the spring clips on the plate. Then lower the Power Nozzle by pressing the Toe-Touch Control Upper Pedal (8) one notch at a time until the bristles touch the floor.

NOTE: The Hard Floor Pad should only be used when the unit is in the Straight Suction Cleaner mode. •

PORTABLE CLEANER SET-UP

Besides being a remarkable Upright Cleaner, the Sentria system can easily be converted into a portable cleaner for mattresses and carpeted stairs.

1 To convert your Sentria system to a Portable Cleaner, make sure the unit is turned OFF, unplugged, and the

Tech Drive

pedal is in neutral.

Then release the Outer Permanent Bag Top from the Bag

Support by pressing the Bag Release Button (16) and sliding the bag top off. >

2 Remove the cord from the handle. With the Upright

Handle (17) in the vertical position, push the Handle

Release Button (14), located at the base of the handle, and pull the handle straight up and out of the slot.

(Bag not shown for clarity.) >

3 Insert the Portable Handle (15) into the slot where the

Upright Handle was connected. Push the Portable

Handle into the slot until it snaps into place. >

/!\ CAUTION:

Before installing the Hard Floor Pad, turn unit OFF, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet and be sure the motor and nozzle brush have stopped.

Upright & Portable Cleaner

PORTABLE CLEANER SET-UP (cont)

4 Bend the Filtration Bag Assembly (1) in half and insert the Bag Latch Tab (2) into the slot on the Portable

Handle until it snaps into place.

You are now ready for portable power cleaning. •

NOTE: Do not use portable mode on upholstered furniture.

CARPETED STAIRS

Place your Sentria

™

system on one of the carpeted steps, while supporting the rear. Turn the unit on after it is in place and make sure the Tech Drive

pedal is in the Neutral position.

Roll the cleaner back and forth so that the Brush Roll agitates the carpeting and loosens the dirt. •

MATTRESS CLEANING

Cleaning mattress surfaces is done the same as carpeted stairs, except that you need to disengage the Brush Roll. (If your mattress has tufted buttons on the surface, the Brush

Roll could pull them loose.)

NOTE: Do not carry the portable unit with the motor on. Place the unit on the surface you wish to clean and then turn the unit on. Turn the unit off to move it to a new location.

For straight suction cleaning, raise the Headlight Hood (21) and flip out the handle on the Belt Lifter (20). Use it to turn the Belt Lifter all the way to the left (counter-clockwise) until the red arrows line up. This will stop the Brush Roll from turning.

Return the handle on the Belt Lifter to its closed position and lower the Headlight Hood. Use the Toe-Touch Control to adjust the Power Nozzle to its lowest setting. •

/!\ CAUTION:

To reduce risk of injury in the portable mode, keep hair and loose clothing away from the Sentria system while in operation.

Also make sure Tech Drive

pedal is in the neutral position when vacuuming stairs and mattresses. In addition, the Brush Roll should be disengaged when vacuuming mattresses.

Canister Cleaner & Attachments

PART THREE

Your Kirby

Sentria

™

system comes with a wide variety of attachments for added versatility. In this section, we will discuss the following:

Removing the Power Nozzle to Convert to a Canister Cleaner

Using the Attachments

Using the Suction Control Grip

Using as a Blower Unit

Using the Portable Sprayer and the

Portable Shampooer

Canister Cleaner & Attachments

CONVERTING TO A CANISTER CLEANER/

INSTALLING THE ATTACHMENT HOSE

When using different cleaning attachments, the Attachment

Hose is connected to the front of the cleaner in place of the

Power Nozzle (25).

NOTE: When connecting the Attachment Hose, you may choose between the Upright Handle (17) or the Portable

Handle (15). To install the Portable Handle, see page 16.

1 To install the Attachment Hose, you must first convert to a Canister by removing the Power Nozzle. To do so, press the Toe-Touch Control Bottom Pedal (9) all the way down until nozzle is fully raised. Disengage Tech Drive

® power assist by stepping on the gray "N" side (marked "N" for

Neutral) of the Tech Drive N/D Pedal (11). Turn the Sentria

™ system OFF by pressing the Power Switch (13) and then unplugging. >

2 Raise the Headlight Hood (21) and flip out the handle on the Belt Lifter (20). Use it to turn the Belt Lifter all the way to the left (counter-clockwise) until the red arrows line up.

3 Unlock the Power Nozzle by turning the Accessory Lock

(22) all the way to the left (counter-clockwise). The Power

Nozzle should tip forward when it is released. Lift the nozzle away from the Sentria system. >

4 At the connector end of the Attachment Hose, you will notice two hooks. Place the hooks over the ends of the

Attaching Bar (24), then push the opening of the hose up against the Sentria system. >

5 Lock the Attachment Hose Connector in place by turning the Accessory Lock (22) all the way to the right (clockwise). (Accessory Lock will clamp the

Attachment Hose to the unit.)

With the Attachment Hose in place, the unit will automatically adjust to high speed for hose operation.

NOTE: If the Sentria system will not run when the Power

Switch is ON, see page 59. •

/!\ CAUTION:

In normal operation, friction between the belt and the metal motor shaft may cause the metal motor shaft to become hot to the touch.

Canister Cleaner & Attachments

INSTALLING ATTACHMENTS ON THE

ATTACHMENT HOSE

To attach tools to the hose, push lightly while twisting the smaller end of the hose into the tool. •

EXTENSION TUBES

One or two Extension Tubes can be attached to the end of the hose to extend your reach and efficiently use various attachments. •

SURFACE NOZZLE

UNDER LOW FURNITURE/BARE FLOORS

The Surface Nozzle should be used on bare floors or for surface cleaning carpets and under low furniture.

Rubber wheels on the nozzle allow it to glide silently on the surface of hard floors without scratching and vacuum with maximum power. •

DUSTER BRUSH

The Duster Brush may be connected to the Attachment

Hose or the Extension Tubes to remove dust from any surface, including contoured or irregular surfaces. •

Canister Cleaner & Attachments

UPHOLSTERY NOZZLE

The Upholstery Nozzle is used for cleaning upholstered furniture, carpeted steps, and clothing. It can also be used to clean the inside of cars. •

CREVICE TOOL WITH REMOVABLE BRUSH

Without the removable brush, the Crevice Tool can be used for cleaning cracks, crevices, corners, grooves and narrow openings.

Install the removable brush in the end of the Crevice Tool to remove dirt from corners, button tufts, between radiator coils and sliding window tracks. •

WALL & CEILING BRUSH

To vacuum walls, ceilings, drapes and other surfaces, attach the Wall & Ceiling Brush to the Suction Control

Grip. Then attach the Suction Control Grip to the Extension

Tube(s) as shown. In addition to providing suction relief, the

Suction Control Grip provides the proper angle to comfortably vacuum walls and ceilings.

Tip: To vacuum the top of door frames or ledges, or books on a bookshelf, rotate the Wall & Ceiling Brush 180°. •

Canister Cleaner & Attachments

MASSAGE CUP

Used with the Attachment Hose, the Massage Cup provides an invigorating skin or scalp massage. It can also be used to clean the floors of cars. •

CONTROLLING AIRFLOW WITH THE

SUCTION CONTROL GRIP

Sometimes when using the attachments, vacuuming drapes or delicate lamp shades, for example, you might wish to control the amount of suction.

The Suction Control Grip features a valve to control the amount of suction. Slide the control back and forth until the desired level of suction is reached.

The Suction Control Grip can be used with or without the

Extension Tubes. •

SUCTION CONTROL GRIP PLACEMENT

The Suction Control Grip may be used at the end of the

Extension Tubes for reaching up or at the beginning of the

Extension Tubes for reaching down. •

/!\ CAUTION:

To avoid irritation or damage to eyes or ears, keep the massage cup and all other accessories a safe distance away.

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BLOWER SET-UP

Your Sentria system can also be used as a blower. To do so, you must first remove the Power Nozzle (25).

NOTE: When using your Sentria system as a blower, you may choose between the Upright Handle (17) or the Portable

Handle (15).

1 Turn the power OFF, place the Tech Drive

power assist in Neutral (see page 8 for details), unplug the unit from the wall outlet and press the Toe-Touch

Control Bottom Pedal (9) all the way down until nozzle is fully raised. >

2 Raise the Headlight Hood (21) and flip out the handle on the Belt Lifter (20). Use it to turn the Belt Lifter all the way to the left (counter-clockwise) until the red arrows line up. >

3 Unlock the Power Nozzle (25) by turning the Accessory

Lock (22) all the way to the left (counter-clockwise). The

Power Nozzle should tip forward when it is released.

Lift nozzle away from the Sentria system. >

4 When using the blower attachments, the Air Intake

Guard must be attached to the front of the unit.

Fasten the Air Intake Guard onto the Attaching Bar (24) the same way you would the Attachment Hose. Then lock it on by turning the Accessory Lock (22) all the way to the right

(clockwise). >

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BLOWER SET-UP (cont)

5 To remove the entire Bag Assembly, grasp the Mini

Em-Tor

collector (6) in the hand-hold provided and rotate it out and away from the Sentria system as far as it will go. Then lift it off.

Release the Outer Permanent Bag Top from the Bag Support by pressing the Bag Release Button (16) and sliding the bag top down. >

6 Place the large end of the Attachment Hose over the

Air Exhaust Port (19). Line up the Indicator Arrow on the Hose End with the Indicator Arrow on the Air

Exhaust Port and twist the Hose Connector to the right

(clockwise) to lock it in place.

If the Sentria system will not operate, see page 59. •

USING AS A BLOWER

Your Sentria system may now be used as a blower.

By attaching the Inflator/Deflator Tool to the Attachment

Hose, you can inflate toys, air mattresses or any other low-pressure inflatable item up to 1 p.s.i. (pounds per square inch of air pressure). >

To deflate items, connect the Attachment Hose to the front of the unit and connect the Inflator/Deflator Tool to the

Attachment Hose. Then connect the Bag Assembly to the

Air Exhaust Port.

You may now use your Sentria system to deflate items.

NOTE: You can also use this set-up to clean tight areas such as computer keyboards and audio/video equipment. •

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THE PORTABLE SPRAYER

The Portable Sprayer is used only in the Blower Mode.

It is an excellent tool to apply many different types of

water-based liquids to any type of surface. The spray can be adjusted ranging from very fine to coarse.

PORTABLE SPRAYER SET-UP

1 Unscrew the jar from the Portable Sprayer and fill 3/4 full with non-flammable liquid. Before reinstalling the jar, make sure the portable sprayer dip tube is attached to the spray gun body. >

2 Screw the jar tightly on the Portable Sprayer and attach the Portable Sprayer to the end of the Attachment Hose in the Blower Mode.

Make certain your Sentria

™

system is set up as a Blower

Unit. The Attachment Hose should be connected to the Air

Exhaust Port (19). •

USING THE PORTABLE SPRAYER

1 Holding the Portable Sprayer horizontally, aim it toward a sheet of newspaper. Turn the Sentria system

ON and squeeze the Portable Sprayer trigger, spraying your non-flammable solution onto the newspaper to check spray pattern.

NOTE: If the Portable Sprayer must be tilted during usage, less solution should be used in the jar. This will help avoid large droplets in the spray. >

/!\ WARNING:

Never use oil or solvent based paint of any kind in the Portable Sprayer. The motor is open to the spray and could ignite flammable and volatile solvents.

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USING THE PORTABLE SPRAYER (cont)

2 With the nozzle pointed away from you, adjust the spray by turning the Spray Adjustment Control on the trigger of the Portable Sprayer. >

3 Use slow, sweeping motions to spray the desired area with solution. Always squeeze the trigger fully to permit maximum flow. This will give you the best spray control. •

CLEANING THE PORTABLE SPRAYER

1 Immediately after use, empty the Portable Sprayer jar and wash with warm soapy water. >

2 The Portable Sprayer dip tube should also be removed and washed. (Make sure to reinstall it after cleaning.) >

/!\ WARNING: Never clean the Portable Sprayer with flammable cleaning fluids.

The motor is open to the spray and could ignite the spray.

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CLEANING THE PORTABLE SPRAYER (cont)

3 The spray opening on the front of the Sprayer also pulls out so that the inside of the Sprayer and the nozzle jet can be cleaned.

To remove the nozzle jet, press on the two latches on the front of the nozzle jet and pull it out. (The latches must be aligned with the holes on the front of the Sprayer when returning the nozzle jet to the front of the Sprayer.)

Then, fill the jar with water. Spray water until the spray becomes clear. Reassemble the Sprayer after cleaning so none of the parts will be lost. •

PORTABLE SHAMPOOER SET-UP

The Portable Shampooer is used in the Blower Mode only.

It is designed for fast and easy cleaning of carpeted stairways and areas that are difficult to reach with the Carpet Shampoo

System.

1 To set up the Portable Shampooer, attach the Portable

Shampooer cap to the end of the Portable Sprayer. >

Remove the jar from the Portable Sprayer and fill the jar about 3/4 full with Kirby

Carpet Shampoo mixture (Mix according to the instructions on the bottle.) USE ONLY KIRBY CARPET SHAMPOO for best results. >

3 Screw the jar tightly on the Portable Sprayer, then attach the Sprayer to the Attachment Hose.

(Make certain your Sentria

™

system is set up as a

Blower Unit. The Attachment Hose should be connected to the side Air Exhaust Port (19). •

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USING THE PORTABLE SHAMPOOER

1 Before shampooing, vacuum surface thoroughly.

To make suds, turn the Sentria

™

system ON and pull the trigger of the Portable Sprayer. A stream of suds will come out of the cap.

The suds can be sprayed directly onto the surface being cleaned or on a plain paper bag or in a bowl and then applied to the surface being cleaned. >

2 Adjust the Portable Sprayer for proper suds volume by turning the Spray Adjustment Control located on the trigger. >

3 Work suds into the surface with a soft clean, white brush or sponge until they disappear. Allow the surface to dry completely.

Then vacuum with the appropriate cleaning tool. This will remove the dry residue which contains grime and loosened dirt. •

/!\ IMPORTANT:

The Portable Shampooer is not recommended for use on upholstery or fabrics such as silk, brocade and velvet. If in doubt, try a test patch.

Let the test patch dry and then check it before you shampoo further.

Optional Accessories

PART FOUR

Optional Kirby

Accessories greatly enhance the usefulness of your new Sentria™ system. In this section, we will discuss the following:

Using the Carpet Shampoo System

Using Kirby Guard Carpet &

Upholstery Protector

Using the Floor Care System

Using the Turbo Accessory System

Using the Zippbrush

Using the Handi-Butler

Tool

Optional Accessories

CARPET SHAMPOO SYSTEM SET-UP

Vacuum thoroughly before shampooing for maximum cleaning. Then, remove the Outer Permanent Bag (1) and the Power Nozzle (25) to prepare for shampooing.

By using the handle, turn the Carpet Shampoo System

Nozzle Belt Lifter to the right (clockwise) until the green arrows line up. >

2 Slide the slots on the side of the Carpet Shampoo

System Nozzle over the outer shoulders of the Carpet

Shampoo System Tray. >

3 While pushing up on the belt with your finger, use the handle on the Belt Lifter to turn it left (counterclockwise looking at it from the front) until the red arrows line up. (The Belt Lifter Hook will catch and stretch the belt.) >

4 Press the Toe-Touch Control Bottom Pedal (9) all the way down to raise the front of the Sentria

™ system. >

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CARPET SHAMPOO SYSTEM SET-UP (cont)

5 While sliding the Carpet Shampoo System Nozzle/

Tray Assembly toward the Sentria

™

system and over the Motor Shaft (23), connect the hooks on the bottom rear of the nozzle to the Attaching Bar (24). >

6 Push the nozzle up against the unit and turn the

Accessory Lock (22) to the right (clockwise) to lock the nozzle in place. To engage the belt, use the handle on the Belt Lifter to turn it all the way to the right

(clockwise) until the green arrows line up. Then lower the Headlight Hood (21). >

7 The Shampoo Tank is removable and should be filled or emptied at your sink.

NOTE: The Shampoo Tank is removed and re-attached in the same way as the Mini Em-Tor® collector (see page 10 for details).

Unscrew the large cup from the top of the Shampoo Tank and turn the Suds Control Valve fully to the left (counterclockwise) to OFF.

Holding the Shampoo Tank level, fill it to the full line with warm water (not hot).

Using the large cup from the top of the tank, pour three cupfuls of Kirby

Carpet Shampoo into the Shampoo Tank.

Do not use more, as over-foaming will result.

NOTE: One tankful of solution will clean about a 10x12 foot carpet (3x3.5m). Larger carpets will require refilling the

Shampoo Tank.

Replace the large cup into the opening on top of the

Shampoo Tank. >

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CARPET SHAMPOO SYSTEM SET-UP (cont)

8 Taking care to avoid spilling liquid on the Sentria

™ system or the floor, place the opening in the bottom front of the Shampoo Tank over the Air Exhaust Port

(19) on the unit. Angle the Shampoo Tank outward from the unit until the arrows line up. Next, slide the Shampoo Tank down over the locking pins on the Air Exhaust Port.

Rotate the Shampoo Tank toward the unit (clockwise) to lock it in place. >

9 Push the round elbow of the small flexible hose into the hole in the tray until it snaps into place. Firmly insert the other end over the fitting at the bottom front of the Shampoo Tank. •

USING THE CARPET SHAMPOO SYSTEM

1 To set the nozzle to the proper height, step on the Toe-

Touch Control Upper Pedal (8) as often as necessary to lower the nozzle to its lowest position. >

NOTE: Forcing the brushroll into the surface of the carpet decreases its ability to thoroughly clean the carpet and could damage the belt and brushroll.

2 Turn the Suds Control Valve all the way to the right

(clockwise) to the ON position. Turn the Sentria system ON and engage Tech Drive

power assist (see page 8 for details). Suds flow will begin immediately.

Control the amount of suds by turning the Suds Control

Valve left (counter-clockwise) for decreased suds flow and right (clockwise) for increased suds flow. Turning the valve all the way to the left (counter-clockwise) to the OFF position will stop the flow of suds completely.

Stopping the flow of suds allows you to thoroughly brush all the suds into the carpet before applying more suds. This also lets you spot scrub badly soiled areas. >

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USING THE CARPET SHAMPOO SYSTEM (cont)

As you move the Sentria

™

system back and forth, foam will be released and the brush will work it into the carpet.

NOTE: Suds should be dispensed the full width of the tray when the unit is pulled backward. If not, pull back more slowly or check and clean the Shampoo Tank Filter, if necessary (see page 35).

After suds have been on the carpet at least five minutes, pick up the foam by turning the Shampoo Tank to the OFF position. With the unit at its lowest height level, move the

Shampooer over the foam until the foam is picked up. Some moisture will accumulate in the front of the tray. Once the carpet is thoroughly dry, vacuum with the Kirby

Upright. •

CLEANING THE CARPET SHAMPOO

SYSTEM

1 Push the Toe-Touch Control Bottom Pedal (9) all the way down to raise the nozzle and tray, then turn the

Sentria system OFF and unplug it. >

2 Turn the Suds Control Valve fully to the left

(counter-clockwise) to the OFF position.

Pull the Small Flexible Hose from the Shampoo

Tank. >

3 Raise the Headlight Hood (21). Release the belt by turning the Belt Lifter to the left (counter-clockwise) until the red arrows line up. >

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CLEANING THE CARPET SHAMPOO

SYSTEM (cont)

4 Turn the Accessory Lock (22) to the left (counterclockwise). The Carpet Shampoo System Nozzle/Tray

Assembly will tip forward.

Lift the Nozzle/Tray Assembly off the Sentria

™

system and carry it to the sink. >

5 Remove the hose from the tray and rinse.

6 By using the handle, turn the Belt Lifter to the right

(clockwise) until the green arrows line up. Pull the tray and nozzle apart. Rinse tray. >

7 To clean the brush, push the thumb pads located at each end of the plastic shield and rotate the shield up and away from the brush.

Disconnect the shield by gently pulling out the ends of the tray just behind the Brush Roll.

Push the Brush Roll down out of the tray by simultaneously pushing on both ends of the brush with both thumbs.

Rinse all areas of the shield tray and brush, and remove any lint from brush tufts.

Shake excess water from the Brush Roll by brushing hand over the bristles and then drying with a towel. >

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Key features

Powerful suction for deep cleaning carpets and hard floors
HEPA filtration system traps 99.97% of dust and allergens
Versatile attachments for cleaning hard-to-reach areas
Lightweight and easy to maneuver
Durable construction for long-lasting use

Frequently asked questions

Adjust the power nozzle height by pressing the height adjustment lever and pushing up or down on the power nozzle.

Activate Tech Drive power assist by pressing down on the Tech Drive pedal located on the back of the power nozzle.

Open the front cover of the cleaner and remove the old filter bag. Insert the new filter bag, making sure the cardboard collar is fully inserted into the slot. Close the front cover.

The Mini Em-Tor collector is a small container located on the back of the power nozzle that collects small debris and pet hair.

To empty the Mini Em-Tor collector, push the button on the back of the collector and pull the collector out. Empty the contents into a trash bin and reinsert the collector.

The Belt Lifter is a small, plastic lever located on the back of the power nozzle. It is used to lift the drive belt off the brush roll when the cleaner is not in use.