Riccar 8955, 8905, 8900, 8920, 8925 User Manual

8900 Series

8900 8920 8905

8955 8925

O w n e r ’ s M a n u a l

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Contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2
Polarization instructions
Thermal fuse protection
Description of the vacuum

Assembly & Operation

Attaching the handle
Install hose assembly
Release the power cord
On/Off switch
Handle adjustments
Replacing vacuum bag
Replacing secondary filter
Replacing post filter
Replacing headlight bulb
Removing and reinstalling bottom plate
Edge cleaning feature
Automatic self adjusting rug nozzle
Carpet floor selector
Replacing agitator belt 10
Unclogging nozzle and hose 12
Full bag indicator light 12

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Tools

On-board cleaning tools 13
Suction control dial 13
Optional cleaning tools 14

Warranty 15

Owner’s information 17

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Polarization 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

WARNING:

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.

caused when the appliance is not used according to the
instructions, or for uses other than those for which it
was intended.

• 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.

• Do not use vacuum to pick up water or
any wet materials.

• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. To
avoid injury and damage, vacuum should
remain at base of stairs while in use.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

Power Cord - 2-Wire Polarized

Household models 8955, 8905, 8900 Only

To reduce the risk of electric shock 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. 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.

Grounding Instructions

Model 8925 and 8920 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 with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor
and grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

This vacuum cleaner is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit and has a ground plug
(see illustration). Make sure that the vacuum is connected to an outlet having the same
condiagramuration as the plug. No adapter should be used with this vacuum.

WARNING – Improper connection of
the equipment-grounding conductor
can result in the risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or
service person if you are in doubt
as to whether the outlet is properly
grounded. Do not modify the plug
provided with the vacuum – if it will
not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.

Grounded

Grounding

Outlet

Grounded

Outlet Box

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Thermal fuse protection Description of the vacuum

Your Riccar vacuum cleaner comes equipped with a Manual Reset Thermal Fuse Protector.
This thermal protector is designed to protect your vacuum cleaner from overheating due to
a restriction in airflow (i.e. clogged hose, operating the vacuum without a bag). Should this
situation occur, the thermal fuse protector will safely shut off the vacuum cleaner to avoid
any potential damage.

NOTE: To determine it was the thermal fuse protector that turned off your vacuum
cleaner, please refer to the vacuum cleaner's headlight. If the headlight is on while the motor
is off, then the thermal fuse protector did safely shut down the motor. If both the headlight
and motor are off, then there is some reason other than the thermal protector (i.e. pulled
plug) your vacuum is off.

To reset the thermal fuse:

1. Unplug the vacuum cleaner

2. Check for problem – over–filled bag, clog in hose, clogged filters, etc.

3. Correct problem

4. Locate "tripped" fuse – the small white button located on the bottom of the back side of
the main body (roughly one inch to the right of the left wheel)

5. Using a pencil, paper clip or other pointed object, push the reset button in

6. Plug vacuum cleaner in and resume use

Please contact your Authorized Riccar Retailer with any questions.

Bag compartment
cover release button

Bag compartment
cover

Nozzle inlet

Headlight

Handle grip

Handle tube

On/Off switch
(Models 8920,
8925, 8955)

Quick cord release

Telescopic wand

Dusting brush

Rug/floor selector
(select models)

(On-board tools
select models only)

Power cord

Easy-carry handle

Accessory
attachment
opening

Crevice tool

Upholstery tool

Stretch hose

Furniture guard

Self adjusting nozzle

Foot pedal release

Thermal reset button

Riccar Replacement Parts

Genuine Riccar High Flow
HEPA Vacuum Bags

C15H-6
6 per pkg

Genuine Riccar Eco Pure
Vacuum Filter Bags

C15-6
6 per pkg

Vacuum Agitator Belt

A20-R2P
2 per pkg

Secondary Charcoal Filter

RCFT89-2
Models 8905, 8925, 8955

RCF89-2
Models 8900, 8920

Post Filter

RF89-2
2 per pkg
Models 8900, 8905,

8920, 8925

RF8900P-1
1 per pkg
Model 8955

Light Bulb Xenon

A350-0000
Wedge Base, 0.917 amp
T 3 1/4 Xenon