--- product_id: 1165955 title: "TRADITION Upright Vacuum SC679J" brand: "sanitaire" price: "€ 585.52" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Sanitaire" url: https://www.desertcart.nl/products/1165955-tradition-upright-vacuum-sc679j store_origin: NL region: Netherlands --- # 5 Amp Motor Power 120 CFM Airflow 18 Qt Reusable Shake-Out Bag TRADITION Upright Vacuum SC679J **Brand:** sanitaire **Price:** € 585.52 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🧼 Clean smarter, not harder — the vacuum your home deserves! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** TRADITION Upright Vacuum SC679J by sanitaire - **How much does it cost?** € 585.52 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nl](https://www.desertcart.nl/products/1165955-tradition-upright-vacuum-sc679j) ## Best For - sanitaire enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted sanitaire brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Certified Performance:** CRI Seal of Approval guarantees superior soil removal and improved indoor air quality. - • **Powerful Deep Cleaning:** 5 amp motor delivering 120 CFM airflow ensures carpets and floors are spotless. - • **Extended Reach & Storage:** 30-foot cord and flat-drop handle make cleaning large areas and storage a breeze. - • **Eco-Friendly & Cost-Saving:** Reusable Tietex fabric shake-out bag means fewer replacements and less waste. - • **Effortless Maneuverability:** Weighing just 12 lbs, glide through your space without breaking a sweat. ## Overview The TRADITION Upright Vacuum SC679J is a lightweight, commercial-grade vacuum featuring a 5 amp motor with 120 CFM airflow, an 18-quart reusable shake-out bag, and a 30-foot cord for extended cleaning reach. Its ergonomic design includes a foot-pedal handle lock and four height adjustments, making it ideal for various floor types. Certified by the Carpet and Rug Institute for soil removal and air quality, this vacuum combines professional performance with eco-conscious cost savings. ## Description The Sanitaire SC679J Commercial shake out bag upright vacuum cleaner is lightweight( 12 lb.), has a 5 amp motor that delivers 120 cubic feet per minute (CFM) of air flow, and has an 18 dry quart capacity Tietex fabric shake-out bag that can be emptied and reused to save costs associated with disposable bags. The handle has an automatic locking system with a foot pedal release for usability, and drops down flat for cleaning under furniture and for storage. This vacuum cleaner has earned a Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) Seal of Approval (bronze rating) for soil removal and indoor air quality in the commercial use vacuum category. The height of the vacuum cleaner can be manually adjusted to four positions to accommodate different flooring surfaces. The vacuum collects debris in an 18 dry quart capacity standard filtration fabric shake-out bag for more vacuuming time between bag emptying than cleaners with less debris capacity. The 30-foot power cord enables the vacuum to cover a larger area without changing outlets than vacuums with shorter cords, and the cord-wrap hooks on the handle hold the cord for storage. This upright vacuum cleaner is better suited for cleaning carpets than typical canister vacuums and takes up less storage space. The foot-operated power switch is mounted on the motor hood. A furniture guard bumper helps prevent damage to furniture and walls. The vacuum cleaner operates at a sound level of 78 decibels. The vacuum requires assembly; instructions included. SpecificationsMotor power5 ampsMotor airflow120 cubic feet per minute (CFM)Cleaning path12"Cord length30'Capacity18 dry quartsSound level78 dBWeight12 lb. Vacuum cleaners have electric motors that generate suction to remove dust, dirt, and debris from floors and other surfaces. The dirt is collected in a dust bag (either disposable or reusable), a cyclone, or another chamber for disposal. Intake and exhaust air is usually filtered to keep dust particles from clogging the motor or being released back into the air. HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air) and ULPA (Ultra Low Penetration Air) filters are used for applications that require the filtration of very fine particles. Vacuum cleaners are available in a variety of styles, including upright vacuums, canister vacuums, backpack vacuums, and wet and dry vacuums. Vacuum cleaners may have residential, commercial, or industrial applications. Sanitaire manufactures vacuum cleaners for home and commercial applications. The company, founded in 1972, is headquartered in Charlotte, NC. What's in the Box?Vacuum cleaner baseTietex fabric shake-out bagUpper handleLower handle(2) Two-part boltsUpper cord hookLower cord hookOwner's guide with assembly instructions Review: Great vacuum for the price - Great vacuum for the price. I also have the SC899F, which has the 7 amp motor. This vacuum with 5 amps is more than powerful enough for all the carpets I've used it on (I clean carpets for a living). The SC899 is a little over-powered in some situations (not in a good way), but the SC679J has just the right balance between power and size to be more maneuverable, and ample power (with very good airflow) to clean carpets that the larger SC899 tries to eat. The wood brush roll (with bushings, not bearings) works well, but can be difficult to re-install when taken out for cleaning. This is solved by applying WD40 to the rubber end cushions and carefully re-inserting the brush roll until fully seated in the body again (the wood can swell in certain seasons, and shrink in others so it can vary in size slightly). The shake-out bag system is fairly easy to clean, just take it outside and carefully turn it inside out, vacuum it with a hose and brush, or gently sweep the dust with a whisk broom to clean the fabric. Turn it back right side out and clean the outside. It only takes a few minutes when you get the hang of it. These "dirty air" vacuums rely on airflow to work so resist the temptation to try and create a seal by lowering too much (leave a small gap for air to be pulled into the vacuum above the carpet), and you'll see small particles being drawn in from a few inches in front and around the vacuum head. While perfect as it is for home use, I recommend upgrading the brush roll at some point to the VGII for an improvement in overall performance, but again this is optional if you use this vacuum frequently. BTW, this one does not have the quick clean fan chamber (where two screws reveal the fan and the chamber for easy cleaning and replacement) so when eventual cleaning must be done, you have to remove the motor, which isn't a big deal, there are videos online to demonstrate this if you look for them. It does come with an extra belt, but I've cleaned with mine for weeks now and am still on the original belt, so if you don't run the vacuum too low the belts can last a long time. This is an exceptional vacuum for the price, but it takes adjusting to using this type of vacuum if you have been using the more common plastic vacs which have the motor behind a bag (or dustcup and cyclone) and must pull through all that and hoses to get to the cleaning head. This motor is right down by the opening, and uses airflow (with a large fan) to create a negative air pressure to pick up dirt. So you have to fiddle with the height adjustment to ensure a balance of airflow and agitation. This is easy to learn and creates superior deep cleaning when you get it right. Don't be fooled by the price, this one is worth at least twice the price they're asking... Review: Yes! A vacuum cleaner I love! - You know you are getting old when... you look forward to a vacuum cleaner being delivered. I love this vacuum cleaner. I had a Hoover bagless upright for a few years and the canister broke. Of course it did; it's plastic, it gets dumped 2-3 times per vacuuming the house, and it was a POS. That thing was so heavy that I literally sweated when I used it. Now THIS Sanitaire - *queue the angels singing* - is a Godsend. It's so light that I can actually use it on the stairs. No, it doesn't have attachments, but that's okay! I would rather have no attachments than pay for something that doesn't ever really work or is outright dangerous (my old Dyson attachments would bring that thing tumbling down on me when I was cleaning the stairs). This Sanitaire weighs less than 12 lbs. I can vacuum all day and not get tired. I even use it on the hardwood floor to vacuum up the dog hair. It's great for that. Don't get the wrong idea though; I can't vacuum up the wood chips from the wood stove or any hard objects; those just get spit back out. But the suction on this thing is phenomenal, so I can vacuum near a clump of dog hair and it gets sucked up on the driveby. It's awesome. And then on carpets it's just fantastic. Six different height adjustments. And I am really getting to know the adjustments because this thing is so powerful that on area rugs, if the height is too low, the rug will rise and the vacuum will become louder. No biggie though. And speaking of louder, this vacuum cleaner is so dang quiet. Ahhh! And when I say that it becomes loud on the area rugs at times, it's still not as loud as that Hoover I had. BTW, don't worry yourself over the amperage of a vacuum cleaner. Some companies put that in the specs to confuse the buyer. Amperage measures the electrical current going from the house outlet to the motor of the vacuum cleaner. Yes, amps does tell you something about the motor, but that doesn't tell you how efficient the motor is, or how many of those amps are powering those onboard lights that vacuum cleaners need when you are often vacuuming in the dark. What you want to know is the CFS (cubic feet per second) of suction. The Sanitaire has great suction power, and I would challenge any other vacuum manufacturer to beat it. I ended up replacing the Shake-out bag with a different bag that takes bags. It's an extra expense ($20 for the cloth bag and an ongoing expense for the disposable bags), but I think it's worth it. I read that shaking out the bag is a pain in the butt. And once I received the vacuum cleaner, I can see why. The opening isn't that big. And I know I would never have gotten out all the dog hair and stuff. Ick. So I ended up getting Eureka F & G Upright Vacuum Bags (18 pk) and the Sanitaire Upright Vacuum Cleaner Cloth Outerbag from desertcart. The disposable bags are said to last about 6 months each. So far I've had mine a month (in a 2 dog, 1 cat, 1 boy, and 1 husband household) and I can't feel the dirt in the bag yet. I'm as surprised as hell because I thought I would go through one bag per month with the amount of times (3-ish per cleaning) I had to empty that Hoover canister! Buy this vacuum and you won't be disappointed. It's old school, but hey, why reinvent a wheel that works?! ## Features - Lightweight (12 lb.) upright vacuum for easier maneuverability than heavier upright vacuums - 18 dry qt. capacity Tietex fabric shake-out bag can be emptied and reused to save costs associated with disposable bags - 5 amp motor delivers 120 cubic feet per minute (CFM) of air flow.Cord Length:30 feet - Handle has an automatic locking system with a foot pedal release for usability, and drops down flat for cleaning under furniture and for storage - Earned a CRI Seal of Approval for soil removal and indoor air quality in the commercial use vacuum category ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0006HUYU8 | | Batteries required | No | | Best Sellers Rank | #514,895 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) #129 in Upright Vacuum Cleaners | | Brand | Sanitaire | | Capacity | 18 Quarts | | Color | Red | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (1,048) | | Department | Janitorial / Maintenance & Lunchroom Supplies | | Form Factor | Upright | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00023169100794 | | Included Components | Canister, HEPA Filter | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Weight | 0.96 ounces | | Item model number | EUKSC679J | | Manufacturer | Electrolux Home Care Products | | Model Name | SC679K | | Number of pieces | 1 | | Perfume | PACKS | | Power Source | Corded Electric | | Product Dimensions | 19.69 x 14.57 x 7.48 inches | | Specific instructions for use | Dual action | | Style | Modern | | UPC | 641438410636 642125207836 804993429349 023169100794 | | Volume | 4.5 Gallons | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Sanitaire - **Color:** Red - **Item Weight:** 0.06 Pounds - **Model Name:** SC679K - **Style:** Modern ## Images ![TRADITION Upright Vacuum SC679J - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51gALLGygrL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: how much does it weigh? I says 0.06 pounds on website** A: It weighs about 12-13 pounds (I just weighed it on my bathroom scale :) **Q: I ordered three of these vacuum cleaners for different offices. Two of them are working great, but one is not. Is there a warranty?** A: There is a one year warranty on the Sanitaire SC679 vacuum. **Q: I have dogs and cats. How does this work for animal hair?** A: It works great with pet hair jus make sure to remove any hair accumulated around brush... **Q: Can I use disposable bags inside the cloth bag on this machine?** A: Actually you can. My local vacuum store converted it for me. They put on a new bag and I use paper disposable Eureka bags. MUCH better than shake out. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great vacuum for the price *by J***R on August 30, 2015* Great vacuum for the price. I also have the SC899F, which has the 7 amp motor. This vacuum with 5 amps is more than powerful enough for all the carpets I've used it on (I clean carpets for a living). The SC899 is a little over-powered in some situations (not in a good way), but the SC679J has just the right balance between power and size to be more maneuverable, and ample power (with very good airflow) to clean carpets that the larger SC899 tries to eat. The wood brush roll (with bushings, not bearings) works well, but can be difficult to re-install when taken out for cleaning. This is solved by applying WD40 to the rubber end cushions and carefully re-inserting the brush roll until fully seated in the body again (the wood can swell in certain seasons, and shrink in others so it can vary in size slightly). The shake-out bag system is fairly easy to clean, just take it outside and carefully turn it inside out, vacuum it with a hose and brush, or gently sweep the dust with a whisk broom to clean the fabric. Turn it back right side out and clean the outside. It only takes a few minutes when you get the hang of it. These "dirty air" vacuums rely on airflow to work so resist the temptation to try and create a seal by lowering too much (leave a small gap for air to be pulled into the vacuum above the carpet), and you'll see small particles being drawn in from a few inches in front and around the vacuum head. While perfect as it is for home use, I recommend upgrading the brush roll at some point to the VGII for an improvement in overall performance, but again this is optional if you use this vacuum frequently. BTW, this one does not have the quick clean fan chamber (where two screws reveal the fan and the chamber for easy cleaning and replacement) so when eventual cleaning must be done, you have to remove the motor, which isn't a big deal, there are videos online to demonstrate this if you look for them. It does come with an extra belt, but I've cleaned with mine for weeks now and am still on the original belt, so if you don't run the vacuum too low the belts can last a long time. This is an exceptional vacuum for the price, but it takes adjusting to using this type of vacuum if you have been using the more common plastic vacs which have the motor behind a bag (or dustcup and cyclone) and must pull through all that and hoses to get to the cleaning head. This motor is right down by the opening, and uses airflow (with a large fan) to create a negative air pressure to pick up dirt. So you have to fiddle with the height adjustment to ensure a balance of airflow and agitation. This is easy to learn and creates superior deep cleaning when you get it right. Don't be fooled by the price, this one is worth at least twice the price they're asking... ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Yes! A vacuum cleaner I love! *by M***W on January 3, 2015* You know you are getting old when... you look forward to a vacuum cleaner being delivered. I love this vacuum cleaner. I had a Hoover bagless upright for a few years and the canister broke. Of course it did; it's plastic, it gets dumped 2-3 times per vacuuming the house, and it was a POS. That thing was so heavy that I literally sweated when I used it. Now THIS Sanitaire - *queue the angels singing* - is a Godsend. It's so light that I can actually use it on the stairs. No, it doesn't have attachments, but that's okay! I would rather have no attachments than pay for something that doesn't ever really work or is outright dangerous (my old Dyson attachments would bring that thing tumbling down on me when I was cleaning the stairs). This Sanitaire weighs less than 12 lbs. I can vacuum all day and not get tired. I even use it on the hardwood floor to vacuum up the dog hair. It's great for that. Don't get the wrong idea though; I can't vacuum up the wood chips from the wood stove or any hard objects; those just get spit back out. But the suction on this thing is phenomenal, so I can vacuum near a clump of dog hair and it gets sucked up on the driveby. It's awesome. And then on carpets it's just fantastic. Six different height adjustments. And I am really getting to know the adjustments because this thing is so powerful that on area rugs, if the height is too low, the rug will rise and the vacuum will become louder. No biggie though. And speaking of louder, this vacuum cleaner is so dang quiet. Ahhh! And when I say that it becomes loud on the area rugs at times, it's still not as loud as that Hoover I had. BTW, don't worry yourself over the amperage of a vacuum cleaner. Some companies put that in the specs to confuse the buyer. Amperage measures the electrical current going from the house outlet to the motor of the vacuum cleaner. Yes, amps does tell you something about the motor, but that doesn't tell you how efficient the motor is, or how many of those amps are powering those onboard lights that vacuum cleaners need when you are often vacuuming in the dark. What you want to know is the CFS (cubic feet per second) of suction. The Sanitaire has great suction power, and I would challenge any other vacuum manufacturer to beat it. I ended up replacing the Shake-out bag with a different bag that takes bags. It's an extra expense ($20 for the cloth bag and an ongoing expense for the disposable bags), but I think it's worth it. I read that shaking out the bag is a pain in the butt. And once I received the vacuum cleaner, I can see why. The opening isn't that big. And I know I would never have gotten out all the dog hair and stuff. Ick. So I ended up getting Eureka F & G Upright Vacuum Bags (18 pk) and the Sanitaire Upright Vacuum Cleaner Cloth Outerbag from Amazon. The disposable bags are said to last about 6 months each. So far I've had mine a month (in a 2 dog, 1 cat, 1 boy, and 1 husband household) and I can't feel the dirt in the bag yet. I'm as surprised as hell because I thought I would go through one bag per month with the amount of times (3-ish per cleaning) I had to empty that Hoover canister! Buy this vacuum and you won't be disappointed. It's old school, but hey, why reinvent a wheel that works?! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy to maintain *by A***W on September 22, 2025* Better than most brands, but like everything in this world, they don't seem to made as tough as they use to be ## Frequently Bought Together - Sanitaire EUKSC679J Commercial Shake Out Bag Upright Vacuum Cleaner with 5 Amp Motor, 12" Cleaning Path,Red - Sanitaire Genuine Eureka Upright Vacuum Brush Roll --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.nl/products/1165955-tradition-upright-vacuum-sc679j](https://www.desertcart.nl/products/1165955-tradition-upright-vacuum-sc679j) --- *Product available on Desertcart Netherlands* *Store origin: NL* *Last updated: 2026-06-06*