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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including 
the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE 

USING THIS APPLIANCE

   

  

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:

•  Do not leave appliance when plugged in. 

Unplug from outlet when not in use and 

before servicing.

•  

WARNING

: ELECTRIC SHOCK COULD 

OCCUR IF USED OUTDOORS OR ON 

WET SURFACES.

•  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 your 

Authorized Retailer for service. 

•  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.  

•  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 pick up anything that is burning 

or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches 

or hot ashes.

•  Do not use without vacuum bag and/or  

filters in place.

• Turn off all controls before unplugging. 

• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. 

•  Do not use to pick up flammable or  

combustible liquids such as gasoline or 

use in areas where they may be present. 

•  Do not attempt to service the unit while 

appliance is plugged in. 

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

WARNING:

Summary of Contents for Riccar RPT-P1

Page 1: ... 1 Central Vacuum Power Nozzle Accessory Kits FOR ALL MODELS O w n e r s M a n u a l ...

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Page 3: ... Accessories 5 Inserting the hose Turning on the power nozzle Using the power nozzle Remove Insert the wand from the power nozzle Adjusting the wand Carpet height adjustment Using the accessories Maintenance and Care 8 Removing the brushroll Replacing the power nozzle belt Replacing the bulb Problem Solving Guide 10 Warranty 12 Contents ...

Page 4: ...amaged left outdoors or dropped into water return it to your Authorized Retailer for service 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 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 n...

Page 5: ...ne 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 Polarization Instructions ...

Page 6: ...r nozzle 3 in 1 Multi purpose tool Flexible hose Handle release button Wand release collar 30 Crushproof hose Power cord select models Power Control for power unit and power nozzle Telescopic wand Handle release Carpet height adjustment Warning light dirt sensor select models ...

Page 7: ...sing the left pedal on the back side of the power nozzle see diagram 4 Remove Insert the wand from the power nozzle Removing the wand from the power nozzle allows you to use cleaning tools for baseboard or ceiling cleaning To do this first turn the power nozzle off Then press the wand release collar see diagram and pull the wand out To reinsert the wand into the power nozzle simply press the wand ...

Page 8: ...it see diagram You will see one of the six settings detailed below Setting Intended Use 1 XHI Very plush carpet 2 HI Plush carpet 3 Auto Standard carpet thickness or bare floors 4 MED Medium pile carpet 5 LO Low pile carpet 6 XLO Indoor outdoor carpet Carpet height adjustment notes When using the power nozzle start on the auto setting If pushing the power nozzle forward feels sluggish or hard to p...

Page 9: ...nclude a powerful handheld turbo brush that s perfect for upholstery and stair cleaning The spinning brushroll on the tool is ideal for whisking away pet hair and other stubborn debris Attach the turbo brush to the end of the hose handle or wand and it s ready to use 9 Using the hardwood floor brush To clean bare flooring surfaces i e hardwood linoleum tile use the hardwood floor brush by attachin...

Page 10: ...ample to cut threads that have become tangled around the brushroll or to replace the belt see Replacing the belt To remove the brushroll turn the unit over and lift off the metal bottom plate by first unscrewing the two bottom plate screws located by the rear wheels see diagram Pull out the belt cover guard see diagram and pull the brushroll out To reinstall the brushroll place the brushroll back ...

Page 11: ...metal bottom plate back on to the unit insert the front end of the bottom plate first Re insert the two bottom plate screws and secure 3 Replacing the bulb IMPORTANT Before performing any maintenance work on the power nozzle always disconnect the hose from the vacuum inlet and unplug the power cord if your model has one Then disconnect the wand Turn the power nozzle over and remove the bottom plat...

Page 12: ...ss it to reset the breaker see diagram d When the unit is turned back on the warning light should be green and ready to go If the breaker trips again repeat steps a c to correct the problem If this does not correct the problem contact your Authorized Retailer for further assistance 2 Replacing the brushstrips select models only You have the ability to replace the brushstrips without replacing the ...

Page 13: ... Move on to other areas Yellow light Dirt found Keep cleaning that area Red light Brushroll jam Brushroll stopped due to obstruction See If the circuit breaker trips on page 10 Trouble Shooting Guide Problem Possible Reasons Possible Solution Vacuum system Unit not firmly plugged in Plug unit in firmly won t turn on Blown fuse or tripped breaker Check house fuse or breaker Replace fuse reset break...

Page 14: ...Do This warranty provides at no cost to you all labor and parts to keep the power nozzle accessory kit components in correct operating condition during the warranted period How to Get Service Warranty service can only be obtained by contacting an Authorized Riccar Retailer A proof of purchase and product serial number will be required before service is rendered To locate your nearest Riccar Retail...

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