Riccar SUPRALITE RSL1A User's Manual
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1. 4 Push the top of the bag collar inward until the collar snaps into place under the bag holder tab 5 Zip the outer cloth bag closed 13 How To Remove Install the Bottom Plate CAUTION First unplug the vacuum cleaner from the electrical outlet To Remove Bottom Plate 1 After unplugging the power cord turn the vacuum cleaner over exposing the underside 2 Press the two holding tabs inward figure 17 releasing the bottom plate Remove the bottom plate To Install Bottom Plate 1 Install bottom plate making sure bottom plate hinges are in place before setting the plate figure 18 2 Press plate into position until the plate clicks on both sides 14 Fig 18 How To Change the Belt Models RSL1A RSL3 RSL4 RSL1AC and RSL3C CAUTION First unplug the vacuum cleaner from the electrical outlet 1 Turn the unit over and remove the bottom plate see How to Remove Bottom Plate 2 Remove the brushroll and the worn or broken belt from the brushroll pulley and the motor drive shaft figure 19 3 Loop the new belt around the motor drive shaft and the brushroll figure 20 4 Reinstall the brushroll back into the housing Turn the brushroll by hand making sure the belt is not twisted and all rotating parts move smoothly figure 21 5 Reinstall the bottom plate see How to Install Bottom Plate NOTE To ensure maximum cleaning efficiency2. located on the vacuum handle is a three way switch The middle position is the off setting the rear position is the on setting and the forward position is for Maximum power see figure 12 Use the maximum power setting for carpet cleaning and the on setting for cleaning bare floors and throw rugs 10 On Off two speed switch on handle cont Pull the switch backward to turn the vacuum on Push the switch halfway back to turn the vacuum off Push the switch all the way forward to use the maximum power setting Machine should be turned off before returning handle to full upright position Always turn the vacuum cleaner off before unplugging it from the electrical outlet Edge Cleaning The edge cleaning feature provides improved cleaning near walls and stationary furniture For maximum edge cleaning place the left side of the nozzle against the wall or stationary furniture Automatic Carpet Height Adjustment Your SupraLite vacuum is designed with an automatic self adjusting nozzle No manual adjustments are required The height of the nozzle is instantly and automatically adjusted to the flooring surface This self adjusting feature allows the nozzle to float evenly over all flooring surfaces Bare Floor Cleaning Models RSL4 RSL5 and RSL5C The RSL4 RSL5 and RSL5C models come equipped with a squeegee on the bottom of the vacuum to improve its effectiveness in cleaning bare floors When cleaning tile hardwo
3. carefully before you use this vacuum cleaner in order to obtain the full performance and satisfaction it can offer you For Best Performance e Keep your SupraLite clean and in good operating condition e Change vacuum bags once a month or when the bags are 2 8 full to maximize cleaning performance e Always use genuine vacuum bags and replacement parts Use of other products may result in poor cleaning performance potential vacuum cleaner damage and may void vacuum warranty Genuine products are designed for maximum cleaning performance e Have your SupraLite checked periodically by your Authorized Riccar Retailer e Use only Authorized Riccar Retailers for parts or service e Store your SupraLite carefully in a dry area e For optimum cleaning performance and safety follow your owner s manual instructions 18 Warranty What is Covered This warranty covers any defects in material and workmanship in your new Riccar vacuum and applies exclusively to the original purchaser How Long Coverage Lasts Warranty coverage for Riccar SupraLite household model vacuums lasts three years Household models used commercially are only warranted for 90 days Warranty coverage for Riccar SupraLite Commercial model vacuums lasts one year What is Not Covered e Damage to the vacuum which occurs from neglect abuse alterations accident misuse or improper maintenance e Normal replacement items belts light bulbs squeegees agitator brus
4. e e e e e e 0 e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e 0 0 e e e e e e 0 0 0 0 00 10 1 1 11 12 12 13 14 15 16 iz 17 18 18 19 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS when using an electrical appliance basic precautions should always be followed including the following READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE WARNING The manufacturer cannot accept responsibility for damage caused when the appliance is not used according to the instructions or for uses other than those for which it was intended To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury e Do not leave appliance when plugged in Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing e WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK COULD OCCUR IF USED OUTDOORS OR ON WET SURFACES e Do not allow to be used as a toy Close attention is necessary when used by or near children e Use only as described in this manual Use only manufacturer s recommended attachments e 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 your Authorized Retailer for service e Do not pull or carry by cord use cord as a handle close a door on the cord or pull cord around sharp edges or corners Do not run appliance over cord Keep cord away from heated surfaces e Do not unplug by pulling on cord T
5. the belt should be checked regularly to be sure it is in good condition Check to see if the belt is stretched cracked or if excessive slipping is occuring Replace if needed Fig 21 15 How To Replace the Headlight Bulb WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock and injury from moving parts unplug vacuum before cleaning or servicing 1 First remove the nozzle housing Turn the unit over to expose the underside Locate the two main nozzle screws figure 22 and remove both Turn the unit right side up Locate the two nozzle tabs on the back of the unit figure 23 and unlatch the nozzle housing Note It is easier to remove the nozzle when the vacuum is lying flat on its back Lift the nozzle housing off the unit to expose the light bulb 2 Remove bulb by pulling it straight out of the light socket figure 24 3 To install new bulb simply reinsert the bulb into the light socket 4 Place nozzle housing back onto unit with the front side of the nozzle set into place first figure 25 then press the nozzle downward until nozzle clicks into place on both sides Turn unit over and reinsert two main nozzle screws 16 How To Replace the Squeegee Models RSL4 RSL5 and RSL5C If your squeegee splits or begins to look worn simply remove the worn squeegee from its track and slide a new one into the track figure 26 If you have trouble installing the new squeegee please see your Authoriz
6. ange the Belt Replace the Headlight Bulb Replace the Squeegee Reset the Circuit Breaker Owner s Information 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e 0 e e 0 0 000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 e e e 0 e e 0 e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e 0 e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e 0 e e e e e 0 e 0 0 000 0 0 0 0 0 e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e 0 e e e e e e e e e e e 0 e e e e e e 0 e e e e e e e e e 0 0 e 0 0 00 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 e e e 0 e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e 0 0 e 0 0 0 0 0 000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 e 0 e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e 0 0 e 0 0 0 0 00 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 e e e 0 e e 0 0 e 0 0 0 e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e 0 e e e e e e e e e e e 0 e e 0 0 e e 0 e e e e e e 0 0 00 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 e 0 0 e e e e e e e e e e e 0 e e 0 e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e 0 e e 0 e e e e e e e e e e e e 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 e e e 0 0 e 0 0 e e e e e e 0 0 e e e e e e e 0 0 e e e e e e e 0 e e e e e e e e 0 e e 0 e e e e e 0 0 0 000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 e 0 0 0 e e e e 0 e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e 0 e e e e e e 0 0 0 e 000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 e e e 0 e 0 e
7. dl A F a RICCAR IR SupraLite RSLIA RSL3 RSLA RSLS RSLIAC RSL3C amp RSL5C o Owner s Manual HEPA Furranon a Congratulations You have purchased a vacuum cleaner that will provide years of efficient dependable service Your Riccar vacuum cleaner is made using high quality materials and superior workmanship Please read these operating instructions carefully before you use your vacuum Riccar is a nationwide company with over 600 Authorized Retailers to serve you To locate your closest Authorized Retailer regarding warranty work questions bags and accessories please call 1 888 6 RICCAR Or visit our website www riccar com IMPORTANT To activate your warranty within 30 days of purchase please fill out and return the warranty postcard OR fill out the warranty form online at www riccar com Please fill out warranty information located on page 18 and keep it for your records Key Replacement Parts Genuine SupraLite Performance HEPA Vacuum Bags RFH 6 Genuine SupraLite Vacuum Bags RSL 6 Genuine SupraLite Vacuum Belts RBS 2 Contents Getting Started Important Safety Instructions Grounding Instructions Assembling the Vacuum Vacuum Features On Off Switch Edge Cleaning Automatic Carpet Height Adjustment Bare Floor Cleaning o Brushrolll Jam Indicator How To Change the Vacuum Bag Remove lnstall the Bottom Plate Ch
8. ed Retailer Reset the Circuit Breaker Models RSL1A RSL3 RSL4 RSL1AC and RSL3C Your vacuum features a circuit breaker to protect the machine against damage due to a surge in the electrical current Electrical surging can be a result of though not limited to a jammed motor fan Circuit TARE reset button Should your SupraLite vacuum cleaner Fig 27 experience a jammed brushroll with the Circuit breaker tripping first turn the vacuum off and unplug the unit Inspect the brushroll by removing the bottom plate see How to Remove Bottom Plate and remove any debris which may be causing the jam Reinstall the bottom plate see How to Install Bottom Plate reset the circuit breaker by pressing the Circuit Breaker Reset Button figure 27 plug in power cord and turn unit on If the unit fails to turn on return it to an Authorized Riccar Retailer for service 17 Owner s Information keep this for your records The model and serial number of this product may be found on the back side of the unit You 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 Date of purchase Serial number Model number Purchased from Store name Address City State Zip Telephone Your Riccar vacuum cleaner is a product of high quality materials and superior workmanship We urge you to read these operating instructions
9. eed with wrapping the cord figures 9a amp 9b 6 Wrap the cord clockwise around the top and bottom cord hooks Fasten the plug to the wrapped cord using the channel on the plug When not in use store the vacuum indoors in a clean dry area where it can not be damaged or cause injury Fig 8 Je Fig 9a Fig 9b Fig 5 Vacuum Features On Off Switch NOTE There are three different on off switch configurations depending on the model you own Identify your vacuum cleaner model and see the corresponding on off switch operating instructions below Models RSL1A and RSL1AC On Off switch on base Locate the switch on the back side of the nozzle to the left of the handle tube see figure 10 Simply press the switch with your foot to turn the vacuum on or off Machine should be turned off before returning handle to full upright position Always turn the vacuum cleaner off before unplugging it from the electrical outlet Models RSL3 and RSL3C On Off switch on handle Locate the switch on the top of the vacuum handle Using your thumb push the switch forward to turn the machine on and pull the switch backward to turn the machine off see figure 11 Machine should be turned off before returning handle to full upright position Always turn the vacuum cleaner off before unplugging it from the electrical outlet Models RSL4 RSL5 and RSL5C On Off two speed switch on handle The switch for these models
10. h strips and disposable bags Belts are covered under warranty on the RSLS and RSL5C models What Riccar Will Do This warranty provides at no cost to you all labor and parts to place this vacuum in correct operating condition during the warranted period How to Get Service Warranty service can only be obtained by presenting the vacuum to an Authorized Riccar Retailer A proof of purchase and product serial number will be required before service is rendered To locate your nearest Riccar Retailer please call 1 888 6 RICCAR or visit the Riccar website at www riccar com THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER WRITTEN ORAL EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE THIS WARRANTY DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES How State Law Applies This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state 19 RICCAR B503 2900C
11. ner must be grounded If it should malfunction or break down grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock This vacuum cleaner is equipped with a cord having an equipment grounding conductor and grounding plug The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances This vacuum cleaner is for use on a nominal 120 volt circuit and has a ground plug see illustration Make sure that the vacuum is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug No adapter should be used with this vacuum WARNING Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor Grounded can result in the risk of electric shock Outlet de Check with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded Do not modify the plug provided with the vacuum if it will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician O ae Grounded Outlet Box Assembling the Vacuum Nozzle Cloth bag Power cord RSL1A and RSL1AC Handle mg lt lt RSL3 RSL4 RSL5 and RSL3C Handle il Quick Cord Release with aluminum upper cord hook RSL5C Handle Important Note Under no circumstances should you plug in the vacuum cleaner prior to complete assembly Model RSL1A and RSL1AC The vacuum cleane
12. o unplug grasp the plug not the cord e Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands e Do not put any object into openings Do not use with any opening blocked keep free of dust lint hair and anything that may reduce air flow e Keep hair loose clothing fingers and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts e Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking such as cigarettes matches or hot ashes e Do not use without vacuum bag in place e Turn off all controls before unplugging e Use extra care when cleaning on stairs e Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present e Do not attempt to service the unit while appliance is plugged in e Do not use vacuum to pick up water or any wet materials SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Grounding Instructions Household Models RSL1A RSL3 RSL4 and RSL5 To reduce the risk of electric shock this appliance is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug a plug having one blade wider than the other This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug should still fail to fit contact a qualified electrician to replace the obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug PA Commercial Models RSL1AC RSL3C and RSL5C This vacuum clea
13. od linoleum etc use the on setting as opposed to the maximum power setting for best results See figure 13 11 Vacuum Features Fig 13 Vacuum Features Brushroll Jam Indicator Models RSL5 amp RSL5C If an object such as a throw rug or article of clothing is ever picked up into your vacuum the vacuum will sense this jammed brushroll condition and turn off the brushroll When this happens the brushroll warning light on the top of the nozzle will flash in red e Turn off the vacuum and remove the cause of the jam Turn vacuum back on e If the brushroll is free of any object and the brushroll warning light is still flashing it s likely the clogged condition is located in the vacuum motor fan If so please take your SupraLite to an Authorized Riccar Retailer for service Lifetime Belt Protection Warranty Models RSL5 amp RSL5C Your vacuum belt is covered with a lifetime warranty Should the vacuum belt break simply bring your vacuum or the broken belt to your Authorized Riccar Retailer for a free replacement 12 How To Change the Vacuum Bag CAUTION First unplug the vacuum cleaner from the electrical outlet 1 Unzip outer cloth bag figure 14 2 Remove used bag by pressing the bag holder tab and pulling bag off vacuum figure 15 Fia 14 Discard used bag 9 3 To install new bag position the bottom of the bag collar into the bag collar holder figure 16
14. r handle is packed as a separate component that requires assembly Fig 1 Installing the Handle 1 Release the handle bracket from the handle tube by removing the two screws figure 1 2 Place handle onto the handle tube aligning holes with pegs figure 2 7 Fig 2 Assembling the Vacuum Assembling the Vacuum Model RSL1A and RSL1AC cont Models RSL3 RSL4 RSL5 RSL3C and RSL5C The vacuum cleaner handle is packed as a separate component that requires assembly 3 Place the handle bracket back into position figure 3 4 Secure with two screws removed in step 1 Postioning the Power Cord Installing the Handle 1 Loosen but do not remove the screw holding the upper cord hook figure 4 1 Release the handle bracket from the handle tube by removing the two screws figure 6 2 Position the cord between the cord hook and the vacuum tube figure 5 Re tighten the screw 2 Place handle onto the handle tube aligning holes with pegs figure 7 3 Place the handle bracket back into position figure 8 3 Once the cord is secured by the cord hook proceed with wrapping the cord 4 Wrap the cord clockwise around the top and 4 Secure with two screws removed in step 1 bottom cord hooks Fasten the plug to the wrapped cord using the channel on the plug when not in use store the vacuum indoors in a clean dry area where it can not be damaged or cause injury 5 Thread cord through cord guides and proc
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