Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product R800C Riccar
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3 O w n e r ’ s M a n u a l R-Series R500 R600 R700 R800 R800C.
Content s IM PO RT AN T SAF ET Y I NST RUC TIO NS 2 Pola rizati on instr ucti ons 3 Th erma l fus e protectio n 4 De scri ption of the vac uum 5 As sem bly & O per at ion Atta chin g the han dle 6.
2 IMPOR T ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE The manufa.
3 Polari zatio n inst ruc tion s Grounding Instructions Model R800C Only This vacuum cleaner must be grounded. If it should malfunction or break down, grounding provides a path of least r esistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock.
4 Y our Riccar vacuum cleaner comes equipped with a Manual Reset Thermal Fuse Protector . This thermal protector is designed to protect your vacuum cleaner from overheating due to a r estriction in airflow (i.e. clogged hose, operating the vacuum without a bag).
5 Desc ript ion of the vacu um Handle grip Headlight Self-adjusting nozzle Furniture guard Bag compartment cover Carrying handle On/Off switch (Models R600, R700, R800, R800C) Cord clip Cord storage h.
6 Op erat ion Attaching the handle The vacuum cleaner and the handle are packed separately . 1. After first removing the handle screw [Fig. 1], position the handle behind the vacuum cleaner and level with the top of t he u nit . Ho ld the pow er co r d do wn a nd a way fr om the vac uu m while the handle is being attached [Fig.
7 Op erat ion On/Off switch 1. T o star t the vacuu m clean er , flip the ON /OFF swi tch (loc ated on the ha ndle on Mod els R60 0, R70 0, R800 and R8 00C or on the si de of bag com partm ent on Mod el R500) to the ON position as indicated by “|” on the switch [Figs.
8 Op erat ion Replacing vacuum bag Genuine Riccar vacuum bags should be used for best performance and air filtration. Always operate the vacuum cleaner with a vacuum bag installed. NOTE: If secondary or post filters need to be replaced, see page 9 before replacing the vacuum bag.
9 Op erat ion Replacing secondary filter The secondary filter protects the motor from dust and dirt. Before installing a new vacuum bag, check the filter . Accumulated dirt in the bag compartment will be collected on this filter and may r estrict motor performance when the filter becomes dirty .
10 Op erat ion Removing and reinstalling bottom plate CAUTION: Disconnect the vacuum cleaner from the electrical outlet before removing the bottom plate. 1. Depr ess handle release pedal twice and place the vacuum cleaner in the low position. 2. T urn vacuum cleaner over , exposing the underside [Fig.
11 Op erat ion Replacing headlight bulb CAUTION: Disconnect the vacuum cleaner from the electrical outlet before replacing bulb. 1. Remove bottom plate (See “Removing and reinstalling bottom plate”). 2. Remove the headlight bracket by pulling upward on bracket [Fig.
12 Op erat ion Unclogging nozzle and hose CAUTION: Disconnect the vacuum cleaner from the electrical outlet befor e cleaning nozzle housing. The nozzle hose, located on the back of the vacuum, carries the dirt from the nozzle to the vacuum bag. The hose also functions as the attachment cleaning hose.
13 Op erat ion Full bag indicator light Models R700, R800 and R800C The warning light is located on top of the bag compartment (see Fig. 26). The light will trigger if the vacuum bag is full or if there is a clog in the vacuum cleaner . If the light indicator turns on, check the vacuum bag.
14 T oo ls FastT ask™ cleaning tools (Models R500, R600, R800 and R800C) Select models are equipped with FastT ask™ cleaning tools which include a combination upholstery/dusting tool, cr evice tool and stretch hose. 1. Remove the telescopic wand from the body of the vacuum [Fig.
15 T oo ls 1. How to connect the hose assembly to the vacuum cleaner: Pull out and open the suction control dial by turning the lid located on the back of the vacuum cleaner . Insert the soft, rubber end of the hose assembly into the cleaning attachment opening.
16 The model and serial number of this product may be found on the back side of the unit. Y ou should note the model and serial number of your unit in the spaces provided below , and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase.
17 W ar ran t y Wh at i s Cover ed : Thi s warrant y covers any defe cts in material a nd workm anship i n your new Ricc ar vacuum. How L ong Cov era ge L as ts: Warrant y coverage for Ri ccar R-Se rie s househ old mode l vacuums las ts three years a nd one yea r for R-Seri es comm ercial mo del vacuum s.
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