Oreck RXL21ANY User Manual

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USER’S GUIDE

RXL21ANY

HIGH SPEED UPRIGHT VACUUM

CLEANER WITH

•IMPORTANT•

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Includes:

• Safety Warnings

• Warranty

• Operating Instructions

• Trouble Diagnosis

• Accessories

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NORMAL

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BEFORE OPERATING CLEANER,

IMPORTANT SAFETY

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN

THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY.

Table of Contents

Maintenance and Customer Service, Polarized Plug Notice,

Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 3

Warranty, Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 4

Parts List, Assembly, Operating Instructions,

General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 5

General Information cont., To Replace Filter Dust Bag, Bulb Replacement, How to Replace a Worn Belt,

To Adjust or Replace Brush . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 6

Edge Brush Replacement, Motor Filter and Oreck Fresh Air Cartridge Replacement, Using an Oreck Fresh Air®Tab,

Stuffing or Blockage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 7

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 appliance, you may call ORECK customer service at:

US: 1-800-989-3535 Canada: 1-888-676-7325

Please specify the model number and 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 in the U.S.A., present this slip to the Authorized Service Center as your proof of purchase date or, in Canada, call customer service.

Polarized Plug Notice

This product is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact an electrician to replace the obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the purpose of the polarized plug.

This is a safety feature. If you are unable to

Accessories (Sold Separately)

ITEM PART #

1. Dust Bag, 8 Pack, Saniseal Hypo-Allergenic

2. Belts, 3 Pack 0300604

3. Fresh Air®Scent Cartridges Notes of Vanilla®, 8pk. FA1PK Spring Mullberries Blooming Jasmine

4. Light Bulb 77051-01

5. Exhaust Filter, 4pk. EF4PK

6. 24” Lambs Wool Duster

, 8pk.

Scent

CCPK8DW

A2PK

A3PK

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When using an electrical appliance, basic

• Do not leave appliance unattended when 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:

Canada: 1-888-676-7325.

• 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.

•

urn 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 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.

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INSTRUCTIONS

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:

US: 1-800-989-3535

Household Use Only

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arranty

ORECK MANUFACTURING COMPANY: (Oreck Manufacturing Company gives you the following limited 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 one (1) year of the date of purchase. This limited warranty applies to normal domestic use. Any commercial use of this product will void this limited warranty.

This limited 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 limited warranty does not apply to any part subjected to accident, abuse, commercial use, alteration, 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 limited 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.

Oreck’s liability for damages to you for any costs whatsoever arising out of this statement of limited warranty shall be limited to the amount paid for this product at the time of original purchase, and Oreck shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, consequential or incidental damages arising out of the use or inability to use this product.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES FOR THIS PRODUCT, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD, AND NO WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WILL PERIOD.

Some states do not allow limitations on the duration of implied warranties, so the above limitation may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

APPLY AFTER THIS

If appropriate, see additional information for extended warranty.

roubleshooting Guide

ARNING: Unplug cord from electrical

W outlet before servicing.

SAVE SERVICE CALLS...CHECK THESE FIRST:

• 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 brush?

PROBLEM POSSIBLE SOURCE AREAS TO CHECK

CLEANER

WILL NOT RUN

CLEANER

DOES NOT PICK

Not plugged in properly

No electricity in wall outlet.

Filter bag is full.

Nozzle or intake pivot clogged.

Belt is broken or stretched.

Brush is worn.

Bag tube clogged. Bag pores are

clogged with fine dust.

Impeller fan is broken.

Revolving brush is not even at both ends.

Be sure cleaner is firmly plugged into wall outlet.

Check electrical source–fuse or circuit breaker.

Replace filter bag. See “To Install Paper Filter Dust Bag.”

Clear obstruction.

Replace belt.

See “To Adjust or Replace Brush”

Clear obstruction. Change bag.

Return to Service Center for repair

Check bearing seal. Make sure words “normal” or “special” match at each end.

ALL

OTHER SERVICING SHOULD BE DONE BY AN

ORECK AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER.

CALL CUSTOMER SERVICE HOT LINE

US:1-800-989-3535 Canada:

Whenever calling, please be sure to have your model and serial number from data plate.

1-888-676-7325

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Parts List

To assist you in identifying components of your vacuum, the parts have been numbered as follows:

1 Helping Hand 2 On/off switch 3 Cord dump 4 Handle tube 5 Bag stiffener 6 Deflector 7 Bag dock 8 Carry handle

Zipper

9 10 Bag clip 11 Headlight cover 12 Front light lens 13 Main bumper 14 Edge brush 15 Belt door 16 Power cord 17 Cord assembly 18 Handle collar 19 Connector assembly 20 Carry handle clamp 21 Collars 22 Lower tube 23 Bag clip clamp 24 Scent cartridge door 25 Fan housing 26 Rear wheels 27 Side light 28 Cover 29 Bag spring 30 Bag pocket 31 Outer bag 32 Power nozzle 33 Inner filter bag 34 Duster loop

handle with soft grip

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Assembly

fig. 1 Align slot in handle tube with tab in connector. Insert the handle

tube into connector. Tighten collar at base of handle tube onto the connector until it locks, “snaps”.

fig. 2 Snap cord assembly into the cord clip located on the left side of

the collar. Leave excess cord at the power head to allow movement.

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 handle assembly when ready to operate.

On Low (l) - On High (ll) - OFF(O) switch

Up-Position Lock

fig. 3 Place foot on power head and lean handle back gently to release

lock for vacuum use. Return 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.

Carry Handle

fig. 4 Raise the carry handle located on back of the unit for easy lifting,

carrying, and stair vacuuming. Lower the handle during use to eliminate obstruction.

Duster Loop

fig. 5 For convenient use of dusters, a loop has been sewn onto the

outer bag. This will allow easy removal and storage of the duster.

For Easy Power Cord Storage

fig. 6 Raise carrying handle and wrap power cord around carry handle

and Helping Hand®handle.

fig. 7 To release cord, twist cord dump located on Helping Hand®handle

1/2 turn. Slide cord off handle. (fig. 8)

Cleaner Storage

Both the Helping Hand®handle and carry handle can be used for convenient, space saving storage of cleaner. Hang cleaner by carry handle on a sturdy fastener or Helping Hand®handle on a closet rod.

Operating Recommendations

This ORECK XL21 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.

Although your upright will pick up pins, paper clips, and other small

4. 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.

ARNING:

5. 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.

REPLACE THE BELT EVERY 6 MONTHS, SCENT CARTRIDGE EVER

7. Change the disposable filter dust 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 af

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.

Do not use your vacuum cleaner on damp or wet

TER EVERY 2 MONTHS.

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fect the efficiency of the cleaner.

General Information

The performance of your cleaner greatly depends upon care and maintenance. The instructions in this manual will guide you in performing basic care and maintenance. read the instructions and keep them handy for future reference.

o obtain the most satisfying years of service

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