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General Information
The performance of your new vacuum 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 filter
bag is to trap dirt, but at the same time it must be porous enough to
allow air to pass through. If the filter 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.
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 disposable bags
will affect the cleaning ability of your cleaner and could cause
damage to it.
General Cleaner Care
At least once a month, check the disposable exhaust filter and
motor filter for clogs. If the filters become clogged, no air can pass
through the cleaner and cleaning cannot take place, regardless of
the cleaner’s power. See “Replacing the Exhaust Filter” and “Replace
and Cleaning the Motor Filter”.
Also wipe the outside of the cleaner with a damp cloth. A little
preventative maintenance will keep your cleaner looking new and
will ensure continued cleaning effectiveness.
Overheating
The temperature of the suction motor is measured constantly. If the
temperature becomes too high, the sensor will switch off the suction
motor. Check whether the suction system is blocked. The sensor will
be automatically switched on again after the sensor and the motor
have cooled down sufficiently. You can now start to use the machine
again.
Replacing the Exhaust Filter
WARNING: Unplug cord from electrical
outlet before servicing.
1. Remove and dispose
exhaust filter cartridge from
vacuum cleaner
(fig 7).
Note: Compacto 9 models
have a locking mechanism
that must be unlocked
before the exhaust filter
cartridge can be removed.
2. Slide new exhaust filter
cartridge in vacuum cleaner.
Replacing and Cleaning the Motor Filter
WARNING: Unplug cord from electrical
outlet before servicing.
Compacto 6 model: Slide
permanent motor filter off housing
and vacuum the filter as needed
to prevent blockages and clogs
(fig 8). Replace the filter by
aligning the four notches in the
motor filter with the four notches
in the motor housing and pushing
the motor filter down until it is
completely resting on the motor
housing.
Note: DO NOT wet or
soak motor filter to clean;
damage to the unit may occur.
Compacto 9 model: Slide
disposable motor filter off housing
and replace with a NEW filter
(fig 9).
IMPORTANT: Do not use the
unit if motor filter is not installed;
damage to the unit may occur.
Troubleshooting Guide
WARNING: Unplug cord from electrical outlet
before servicing.
Whenever calling, please be sure to have your model and serial
number from data plate.
FOR SERVICE CALL
USA / Canada: 1-800-336-0433
ALL OTHER SERVICING SHOULD BE DONE BY AN
ORECK AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER.
Problem
Possible Source
Areas To Check
Vacuum motor is off
Not plugged in properly.
Be sure plug is firmly
plugged into wall
outlet.
No electricity in wall
Check electrical
outlet.
source (fuse or circuit
breaker).
Switch in “off” position.
Position switch to “on”
position.
Sensor temperature
Check for air
too high.
obstruction. Let the
motor cool down.
Low suction
Dust bag full.
Replace dust bag.
See “Removing and
Replacing Dust Bag”.
Hose not installed
Re-install hose.
properly
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