BRLP, BRLD & BRLS
Owner’s Manual
Description of the vacuum
Contents
MPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................... 2
Polarization instructions ................................................................................... 3
Description of the vacuum ................................................................................ 4
Before using your Brilliance the first time .......................................................... 6
Operation
Unwinding the power cord ............................................................................... 7
Vacuuming carpet ............................................................................................ 8
Vacuuming hard surfaces ................................................................................. 8
Carpet height adjustment ................................................................................. 9
Vacuuming under furniture ................................................................................ 10
Carrying the vacuum ........................................................................................ 11
Attachment Cleaning
Wand cleaning ................................................................................................. 12
Cleaning tools .................................................................................................. 13
Adjusting the suction power ............................................................................. 15
Optional premium attachment kit ..................................................................... 16
Hose disconnect .............................................................................................. 16
Maintenance and Care
When to change the vacuum bag .................................................................... 18
Replacing the vacuum bag ............................................................................... 19
When to change the filters ................................................................................ 20
Replacing the filters .......................................................................................... 20
Lifetime belt warranty ....................................................................................... 22
Annual checkup reminder ................................................................................. 22
Problem Solving Guide
Full bag or clog indicator light .......................................................................... 23
Jammed brushroll ............................................................................................ 23
Thermal motor protection ................................................................................. 24
Trouble shooting ............................................................................................... 25
How to contact your Authorized Retailer .......................................................... 25
Visit Riccar on-line ............................................................................................ 25
Warranty ................................................................................................................. 26
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including
the following:
Polarization Instructions
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.
caused when the appliance is not used according to the
instructions, or for uses other than those for which it
was intended.
• 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, ngers 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.
POWER CORD, 2-WIRE POLARIZED CORD
Household models BRLS, BRLD and BRLP
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.
• 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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
• Do not use without vacuum bag and/or
lters in place.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Do not use to pick up ammable 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.
Description of the vacuum4Description of the vacuum
Description of the vacuum Description of the vacuum
1 Ergonomic handle
2 Main on / off power switch
3 Carpet / bare floor switch
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2
3
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4
6
15
5
4 Power cord
™
5 Fast Task
6 Carrying handle (located behind bag compartment lid)
7 Bag compartment latch (to replace vacuum bag)
8 Vacuum nozzle
9 Xenon headlight
10 Furniture guard
11 Brushroll jam indicator
tools (for models BRLP & BRLD)
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7
16
18
22
14
12 Full bag / clog indicator
13 Quick release cord hook
14 Telescopic wand (for models BRLP & BRLD)
15 5-to-1 stretch hose (for models BRLP & BRLD)
16 Tool activation dial (for models BRLP & BRLD)
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12
17 Combination dusting / upholstery brush (for models BRLP & BRLD))
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10
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20
18 Crevice tool (for models BRLP & BRLD)
19 Handle release pedal
20 Carpet height adjustment dial
21 Thermal reset button
22 Hose disconnect (for models BRLP & BRLD)
Before using your Brilliance for the first time Operation
Attaching the handle to the vacuum
• Remove the handle screw located on
the back of the vacuum. Insert the handle
downward into the body of the vacuum.
Insert screw and tighten.
• Open bag compartment lid to ensure
vacuum bag is in place.
• Your vacuum is now ready for use.
Unwinding the power cord
• The upper cord hook rotates to allow for
quick access to the power cord.
Operation Operation
Vacuuming carpet
• For carpet cleaning, press the “on / off”
switch on and press the “carpet” switch
on. Both lights should be lit.
Vacuuming hard surfaces
• For bare oor cleaning (i.e. tile, wood, or
linoleum), turn the main “on / off” button
on and the “carpet” switch to oor. Only
the “on / off” button light should be on.
Press
Brushroll auto shut-off feature
Note: When the Brilliance is turned on and
in the upright position, the brushroll will not
spin as to eliminate the possibility of damage
to floor surfaces. The brushroll will spin when
the handle is lowered, provided the “carpet”
switch is on.
Press
Carpet height adjustment
There are various carpet height settings
available designed for numerous flooring
surfaces.
• Locate the height adjustment dial just
above the right rear wheel, and rotate
the dial to the desired height.
Model BRLP
X Hi Plush carpets
High Medium pile carpet
Auto General setting
Floor Hard floors
X Low Low pile carpet
Model BRLD and BRLS
High Medium pile carpet
Auto General setting
Floor Hard floors
Low Low pile carpet
Press
Carpet Cleaning Bare Floor Cleaning
Press
(Wood, Tile, etc.)
• If it becomes difcult to push the vacuum
across the carpet, adjust the dial to a higher
carpet setting.