Oreck XL U2555RH User's Manual
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1. ORECK XL SIMPLY AMAZING User s GUIDE U2555RH U2565RH HIGH SPEED UPRIGHT VACUUM CLEANER WITH Micro Sweep CLEANING SYSTEM eIMPORTANTe SAVE THIS BOOKLET Includes e Safety Warnings e Warranty e Operating Instructions e Trouble Diagnosis e Accessories SO A AA AAA AA AAA A AAA ARANA Oe BEFORE OPERATING CLEANER READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY Table of Contents Maintenance and Customer Service Import Plug Instructions Accessories Important Safety Instructions page 2 Warranty Troubleshooting Guide oooooo oo o o page 3 Figures 22 44 A page 4 Parts List Assembly Operating Instructions General Information 0 00 eee e cece eee eee page 5 To Replace Filter Dust Bag How to Replace a Worn Belt To Adjust or Replace Brush Using an Oreck Fresh Air Tab Stuffing or Blockage 2 66 eee eee eee page 6 Maintenance and Customer Service Your Oreck vacuum cleaner is a product of precise engineering The motor bearings are permanently lubricated and should not be oiled If you require additional information or have problems with your Oreck vacuum or to order new bags or spare parts you may call ORECK customer service at 0845 603 0153 Or write to Oreck UK P O Box 107 Exeter Devon EX2 8ZQ Attention Oreck Customer Service Please specify the model number and2. Connector assembly gt Fan housing nn Cord assembly o Cord strain relief assembly Assembly fig 1 Before assembling appliance remove two screws from connector assembly Remove cardboard insert by pulling upward fig 2 With ON OFF switch facing the front of the unit slide upper handle section over matching section of the connector assembly Hold tab of cord strain relief flush with TOP hole in connector assembly Insert screw through hole in tab of cord strain relief and firmly tighten to connector assembly Insert remaining screw in botom hole of connector assembly and tighten firmly NOTE The power cord comes installed in the cord strain relief Should the power cord come loose simply pinch the power cord together and slide approximately 1 2 inches through hole in cord strain relief Carefully slide power cord over clamp on the the cord strain relief and pull excess until the power cord is tightly rested under clamp fig 3 Attach cord to cord clip by pressing cord above and below clip ensuring the cord is fully rested in clip Operating Instructions Make sure disposable paper filter dust bag is in place DO NOT operate the cleaner without a paper filter dust bag Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet and press the ON I OFF O switch on handle assembly when ready to operate Up Position Lock fig 4 Place foot on power head and lean handle back gently to release lock for vacuum use Retu
3. brush PROBLEM POSSIBLE Source AREAS TO CHECK CLEANER Not plugged in Be sure cleaner is WILL NOT RUN properly firmly plugged into wall outlet No electricity in wall Check electrical outlet source fuse or circuit breaker CLEANER Filter bag is full Replace filter bag DOES NOT PICK UP See To Replace Paper Filter Dust Bag Nozzle or intake pivot clogged Belt is broken or stretched Brush is worn Lower tube clogged Bag pores are clogged with fine dust Impeller fan is broken Revolving brush is not even at both ends Clear obstruction Replace belt See To Adjust or Replace Brush Roll Clear obstruction Change bag Return to Service Center for repair Check brush roll end cards Make sure words OLD or NEW match at each end ALL OTHER SERVICING SHOULD BE DONE BY AN ORECK AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER CALL CUSTOMER SERVICE HOT LINE 0845 603 0153 Whenever calling please be sure to have your model and serial number from data plate Y 22 A gt 7 J a Parts List To assist you in identifying components of your vacuum the parts have been numbered as follows Handle tube upper Tube lower Power head Outer bag Paper filter dust bag H Power cord Retaining spring Bag clip Oo NOURA QQN Zip fastener ON OFF switch Cord hook Plastic loop cable clamp o won
4. plugged in Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces Do not operate the unit while in the upright and locked position Do not let the unit run while in any one stationary position for any period of time Keep the unit moving while in Operation Do not allow to be used as a toy Close attention is necessary when used by or near children 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 service center or call customer service at 0845 603 0153 Do not pull or carry by cord use cord as a handle close door on cord or pull cord around sharp edges or corners Keep cord away from heated surfaces Do not run appliance over cord 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 free of dust lint hair and anything that may reduce air flow 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 or smoking such as cigarettes matches or hot ashes Do not use without filter bag assembly in place Turn off all controls before unplugging Use extra care
5. when cleaning on stairs Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or lighter fluid or use in areas where they may be present Do not use appliance in an enclosed space where flammable explosive or toxic vapors are given off by oil base paint paint thinner some mothproofing substances or in an area where flammable dust is present Do not pick up toxic material such as chlorine bleach drain cleaner gasoline etc with this appliance Use caution when vacuuming over area rug edges and fringe SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Household Use Only Warranty ORECK MANUFACTURING COMPANY Oreck 21180 Johnson Road Long Beach MS USA 39560 gives you the following warranty for this product only if it was originally purchased for residential use not resale from Oreck or an Oreck Authorized Retail Dealer Oreck will repair or replace free of charge to the original purchaser any part that is found to be defective in material or workmanship within two 2 years of date of purchase ten 10 years on housing This warranty applies to normal domestic use Any commercial use of this product will void this warranty This warranty does not cover the replacement of expendable or consumable parts such as belts brushes bulbs disposable bags and other parts subject to normal wear unless they are defective in material or workmanship This warranty does not apply to any part subjected to accident abuse alterati
6. d settings will cause damage to your machine Using an Oreck Fresh Air Tab fig 20 Your ORECK XL vacuum cleaner has a special ORECK FRESH AIR tab pocket This pocket is located inside the outer bag in the area where the disposable paper bag attaches to the intake tube Insert tablet in pocket if desired Stuffing or Blockage IMPORTANT On plush and new carpets stuffing may occur inside the the intake tube and the lower tube assembly This is due to excessive fuzz and loose cuttings in the carpet Stuffing could occur for the first few cleanings until all the loose material is removed Due to the high efficiency of the cleaner many older carpets will cause stuffing when the cleaner is first used on them If your vacuum cleaner does not pick up properly or makes unusual noise and the outer bag does not fluff up or balloon open follow these steps WARNING Unplug cord from electrical outlet before servicing fig 21 Check for blockage at the mouth of the intake opening If there is blockage remove it with long nose pliers a screwdriver or coat hanger If you can not reach the blockage remove baseplate fig 22 fig 23 If the blockage is not at the base remove lower tube Unhook retainer spring releasing bottom of bag fig 24 Twist lower collar counterclockwise to slide up Pull tube out of base fig 25 Check for blockage If blockage is in the tube remove with a coat hanger fig 26 If tube is not blocked l
7. f your cleaner and could cause damage to it The Belt The belt on your vacuum cleaner controls the speed of the revolving brush and is very important for the effective operation of the cleaner If the belt becomes stretched or cut it will cause the revolving brush to stop completely or slow down See instructions in the manual for replacing belt An extra belt is stored in the baseplate of your cleaner When buying replacement belts use ONLY ORECK genuine belts Belts other than ORECK belts will not operate the revolving brush correctly and may create undue stress which will cause damage to the motor and brush bearings Using belts other than ORECK belts will void the warranty Lubrication The vacuum cleaner motor bearings are factory lubricated and sealed Further lubrication is not required General Cleaner Care At least once a month check for and remove excessive lint string or hair from revolving brush Wipe the outside of the cleaner with a damp cloth Also clean the connector deflector assembly area base of cleaner and fan housing area If there is dust in the outer bag vacuum it or shake it out A little preventative maintenance will keep your cleaner looking new and will ensure continued cleaning effec tiveness CAUTION Wood Floors Soft Vinyl Asphalt Tile etc Floor Surfaces and Polished Floor Finishes Use floor and floor finish manufacturer s recommended methods of cleaning The metal strip on t
8. he base of the cleaner could be damaged if used on concrete or abrasive surfaces and therefore could cause damage to wood floors soft vinyl asphalt tile etc floor surfaces and polished floor finishes The roller brush may also scuff very soft finishes Do not operate the unit while in the upright and locked position Do not let the unit run while in any one stationary position for any period of time Keep the unit moving while in operation To Replace Filter Dust Bag WARNING Unplug cord from electrical outlet before servicing BAG REMOVAL fig 6 Unzip outer bag completely fig 7 Pull bag cardboard collar to release bag dock door from connector Bag dock door will hinge downward fig 8 Gently pull bag cardboard collar upward out of the bag dock BAG INSTALLATION fig 9 Slide the cardboard collar completely onto bag dock door fig 10 Firmly push bag dock door with both thumbs on indication point until it snaps How to Replace a Worn Belt WARNING Unplug cord from electrical outlet before servicing fig 11 Remove the replacement belt from the storage channel fig 12 Remove the door by removing the hold down screw located on side of power head fig 13 Slide the door forward by prying open with a screwdriver or coin fig 14 Remove the belt from the motor drive shaft and brush roll pulley fig 15 Loop the new belt over the motor drive shaft Place the opposite end of the belt on the brush roll
9. on misuse damage caused by act of God the use of voltages other than indicated on the serial number displayed on this product or service of this product by other than Oreck or a participating Factory Authorized Service Center Oreck does not authorize any person or representative to assume or grant any other warranty obligation with the sale of this product Oreck s warranty is valid only if you retain proof of purchase from Oreck or an Oreck Authorized Retail Dealer for this product If you purchase this product from any other source your purchase is AS IS which means Oreck grants you no warranty and that you not Oreck assume the entire risk of the quality and performance of this product including the entire cost of any necessary servicing or repairs of any defects This warranty is in addition to your statutory and other legal rights Reconditioned units carry a 6 month warranty from date of purchase Troubleshooting Guide WARNING Unplug cord from electrical outlet before servicing SAVE SERVICE CALLS CHECK THESE FIRST e Is the disposable filter dust bag full Are pores of filter dust bag clogged with powder or fine dust Is anything clogging the revolving brush lower tube intake opening fan housing or connector assembly opening Is the belt in place and turning the brush Are the brush ends in the proper location Does the brush turn freely Are hair string or rug fibers wound around the
10. ook into fan housing Remove debris with long nose pliers a screwdriver or coat hanger fig 24 To reassemble check O ring on tube and replace if damaged Vacuum will not operate properly without the tube O ring Slide O ring to approximately 2 from base of tube Replace tube by first lining up slot at base of tube with inner tab inside fan housing Then reinsert tube and push down until the tube is seated Make sure O ring is in place against fan housing opening Replace and tighten collar until collar locking tabs are locked in place fig 27 Make sure collar is not cross threaded on housing Reattach bag spring fig 23 fig 28 Many times blockage occurs due to a full dust bag causing dirt to back down the air flow system When that happens the blockage will be at the top of the system starting in the area where the dust bag connects to the connector assembly NOTE If the above actions do not correct the problem contact an Oreck authorized service center or call the customer service center at 0845 603 0153 2006 Oreck Holdings LLC All rights reserved All word marks logos product configurations and registered trademarks are owned and used under the authority of Oreck Holdings LLC Printed in America 75743 02 REV A 8 10 06 ECN R 8360
11. pulley Rotate the brush roll three 3 complete revolutions to ensure that no part of the belt is overhanging the end of the motor drive shaft fig 13 Replace the door by sliding it into the groove at the bottom of the housing fig 12 Replace the hold down screw and tighten To Adjust or Replace Brush WARNING Unplug cord from electrical outlet before servicing fig 16 To determine if the brush is worn place a firm straight edge across the nozzle opening If brush bristles do not extend beyond baseplate brush should be adjusted fig 17 Remove the baseplate by removing 5 screws fig 18 Remove the belt and brush roll from the housing fig 19 Rotate both bearing assemblies at ends of brush roll to show OLD and replace in the holding channels in the housing NOTE The bearing assembly setting marked OLD has no ribs on the top of the assembly The one marked NEW has several ribs When rotating bearings make sure both bearing assembly settings are the same and face up when replacing the brush roll fig 16 Reassemble the belt and the baseplate and check bristle height above baseplate at each end of brush If a previous adjustment has already been made and bristle height does not extend above baseplate a new brush assembly should be ordered IMPORTANT Unless the brush is worn as indicated above both bearings must be in the NEW position When rotating both bearings must be in the OLD position Unmatche
12. rn handle to the full upright position to engage lock NOTE Do not operate the unit while in the upright and locked position Do not let the unit run while in any one stationary position for any period of time Keep the unit moving while in operation For Easy Power Cord Storage fig 5 Wrap power cord around cord hook on handle and cord hook on connector Operating Recommendations This new ORECK XL High Speed Upright is one of the finest fastest and strongest units in its class You ll love the way it cleans gets under things and it s SO lightweight and easy to use The following are a few simple suggestions regarding its operation 1 When inserting a new disposable paper filter dust bag FIRST PUFF OUT and OPEN THE BAG 2 When the disposable filter dust bag is full REPLACE IT 3 If at any time the machine does not pick up properly or makes an unusual noise STOP OPERATION and service 4 Although your upright will pick up pins paper clips and other small objects it is recommended that these be removed from the floor before you vacuum Failure to do so may result in permanent damage to the motor suction fan and its housing 5 WARNING Do not use your vacuum cleaner on damp or wet surfaces This will cause damage to the vacuum cleaner and is dangerous to the user Damage caused by use on wet or damp surfaces is not covered under warranty 6 REPLACE THE BELT EVERY 6 MONTHS 7 Change the disposable filter du
13. serial code number which can be found on the data plate on the back of the vacuum Save your sales or purchase slip Should your Oreck appliance require warranty service present this slip to the Authorized Service Center as your proof of purchase date Important Plug Instructions Where Necessary for Plug to be Fitted The wires in this main lead are colored in accordance with the following code Blue Neutral Brown Live As the colors of the wires in the main lead of this appliance may not correspond with the colored markings identi TLS fying the terminals in your plug proceed as _ follows ah The Blue wire must be connected to the la i i zj l terminal which is marked with the letter N or ej 5 colored Black OE teers A h Sige shew The Brown wire must be connected to the ali aan dels terminal which is marked with the letter L or A colored Red Neither wire is to be connected to the earth pin of the 3 pin plug Replace fuse with same size fuse Accessories ITEM PART 1 Dust Bag 8 Pack Hypo Allergenic CCPK8DW Dust Bag 8 Pack Regular CCPK8 Belts 3 Pack 0300604 3 Oreck Fresh Air Tabs AIRTABS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance basic precautions should always be followed including the following READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM CLEANER WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury Do not leave appliance unattended when
14. st bag at least once a month even if it is not full The collected dust in the dust bag can cause odor attract moisture and can affect the efficiency of the cleaner 8 DO NOT run the vacuum cleaner over the cord The revolving brush could damage the cord 9 Use caution when vacuuming over area rug edges and fringe General Information The performance of your new cleaner greatly depends upon care and maintenance The instructions in this manual will guide you in performing basic care and maintenance To obtain the most satisfying years of service read the instructions and keep them handy for future reference Disposable Paper Filter Dust Bags Disposable paper filter dust bags play a very important role in the efficiency of your ORECK vacuum cleaner The purpose of the paper bag is to trap dirt but at the same time it must be porous enough to allow air to pass through If the paper bag becomes clogged no air can pass through the cleaner and cleaning cannot take place regardless of the cleaner s power To keep your cleaner operating at maximum efficiency change the dust bag frequently DO NOT FILL ABOVE THE LINE INDICATED ON THE DUST BAG Be sure the disposable paper filter dust bag is installed properly All paper dust bags are not the same Your ORECK disposable dust bags have been designed to be used with the ORECK cleaner Using bags other than genuine ORECK TYPE CC disposable bags will affect the cleaning ability o
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