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 Vacuum Cleaner

Operating Instructions

  For the 4000 Preferred Series

Before operating the unit, please read these instructions completely.

Summary of Contents for 4000 Preferred Series

Page 1: ...Vacuum Cleaner Operating Instructions For the 4000 Preferred Series Before operating the unit please read these instructions completely ...

Page 2: ...ing needs in your home We urge you to read these operating instructions carefully before you use this vacuum cleaner in order to obtain the full performance and satisfaction it can offer you Customer Record Beforeyou plug in your Riccar Vacuum Cleaner make sure that the voltage indicated on the rating plate located near the bottom on the back of the vacuum is the same as your local supply Keep mac...

Page 3: ... not handle plug or appliance with wet hands 11 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 12 Keep hair loose clothing fingers and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts 13 Do not use vacuum to pick up anything that is burning or smoking such as cigarettes matches or hot ashes 14 Do not us...

Page 4: ...r pointed object push the reset button in 6 Plug vacuum cleaner in and resume use Please refer to your Authorized Riccar Dealer with any questions 2 Grounding instructions MODEL 300C ONLY This vacuum cleaner 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 ...

Page 5: ...r Part B222 0200 Model 100 Part B222 0000 Models 200 300 300C Replacement Parts Handle grip Dust cover Cord clip Headlight Self adjusting nozzle Furniture guard Cord storage hooks Carrying handle Foot pedal release Telescopic wand Power cord Stretch hose On Off switch Model 100 On Off switch Models 200 300 300C Crevice tool Upholstery dusting tool Thermal fuse reset button Suction control dial Hos...

Page 6: ...nto the guides and push the handle forward Fig 3 3 Insert the handle screw and tighten securely 4 Attach the power cord at the clip located on the upper cord hook Fig 4 5 Turn the upper cord storage hook to the upright position and wind the power cord around the cord storage hooks when storing the vacuum cleaner ON OFF SWITCH 1 To start the vacuum cleaner flip the ON OFF switch located on the grip...

Page 7: ...ds by lowering the handle 3 Low Position This position is used for cleaning under furniture Fig 9 REPLACING FILTER BAG Genuine Riccar EcoPure Vacuum Cleaner filter bags should be used for best performance and air filtration Always operate the vacuum cleaner with a filter bag installed NOTE If secondary or post filters need to be replaced see page 6 before replacing filter bag 1 Remove the used fil...

Page 8: ...shed make sure filter is completely dry before reinstalling 4 Reinstall by sliding filter under bag support fingers Fig 13 REPLACING POST FILTER Your Riccar Vacuum Cleaner is equipped with an auxiliary post filter to capture fine dust particles and purify the air before it exits the machine It is important to change the post filter regularly approximately every third filter bag change or as needed...

Page 9: ...dge of bottom plate along lower edge of nozzle Fig 18 Snap plate into place Slide locking latch to left to secure 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 19 To remove the light bulb pull straight out...

Page 10: ...housing Re install bottom plate NOTE To ensure maximum cleaning efficiency the condition of the belt should be checked regularly If belt is stretched cracked or if excessive slipping is occurring replace belt UNCLOGGING NOZZLE AND HOSE CAUTION Disconnect the vacuum cleaner from the electrical outlet before cleaning nozzle housing The nozzle hose located on the back of the vacuum carries the dirt f...

Page 11: ...to the end of the crevice tool Fig 30 The combination tool can also be inserted directly onto the telescopic wand To convert the dusting brush to an upholstery tool simply slide the brush off Fig 31 9 Tools Full Bag Indicator Light Fig 30 Fig 27 Fig 29 Fig 28 Fig 31 MODELS 300 and 300C The warning light is located on top of the dust compartment see Fig 26 The light will trigger if the filter bag i...

Page 12: ... Crevice tool 6 Upholstery tool 7 Upholstery brush insert 8 Deluxe floor brush For Models With On Board Tools Attachment Set DLATT15 Fig 33 1 15 foot hose 2 Curved wand 3 Deluxe floor brush 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 assem bly ...

Page 13: ...Notes ...

Page 14: ...300 and 300C METAL AGITATOR with REPLACEABLE BRUSH STRIPS Models 200 300 and 300C FIVE STAGE MICROFILTRATION XENON HEADLIGHT FAIL SAFE THERMAL FUSE FULL BAG INDICATOR GAUGE Model 300 optional attachments and brushes BLACK NYLON HEAVY DUTY ATTACHMENT BAG 05 200 RICCAR S EUROPEAN STYLED DELUXE HANDHELD TURBO BRUSH 6 5 DLTB RB RICCAR S HANDHELD TURBO BRUSH 7 HTB R RICCAR S DELUXE 8 PIECE ATTACHMENT S...

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