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Problem
Check
Solution
Vacuum does not
turn ON.
• Power Cord
• Power Source
• Hose Connection
• Thermal Protector
• Plug in Power Cord. Make sure it is firmly
into the wall outlet.
• If no power to outlet, check power source,
fuse or circuit breaker.
• Make sure the hose is securely connected.
• Allow vacuum to cool per instructions.
See
Page 3
.
Vacuum has little
or no suction.
• Filter Bag
• Motor Filter
• Hose, wand or
accessories may
be clogged.
• Hose Connection
• Filter bag may be clogged or full. Check
and replace if necessary.
See
Page 13
.
• May be dirty or clogged. Clean or replace
if necessary.
See
Page 14
.
• Clear obstruction.
See
Page 19
.
• Make sure hose is properly connected.
Power nozzle
won’t turn ON.
• Hose Power Cord
• Belt
• Switches
• Thermal Protector
• May not be properly connected. Plug hose
firmly into receptacle on nozzle.
• Belt may be worn or broken. Check and
replace if necessary.
See
Page 15
.
• Make sure surface selector switch and/or
brushroll switch are both on.
See
Page 3
.
• Allow vacuum to cool per instructions.
See
Page 3
.
Vacuum still
does not operate
properly.
Review all the
above
Contact Oreck for service.
Trouble
-
shooting
Service problems that appear to be major can often be solved
easily. You can be your own troubleshooter by reviewing this guide.
All other servicing should be done by an Oreck authorized
service center.
SAVE SERVICE CALLS...CHECK THESE FIRST:
• Is the filter bag full?
• Are the pores of filter bag clogged with powder or dust?
• Is the hose, wand, power nozzle or accessories clogged?
