RSL1A, RSL3, RSL4, RSL5,
RSL1AC, RSL3C & RSL5C
O w n e r ’ s M a n u a l
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Congratulations!
You have purchased a vacuum cleaner that will provide years of efficient, dependable service. Your Riccar vacuum cleaner is made using high quality materials and superior workmanship. Please read these operating instructions carefully before you use your vacuum.
Riccar is a nationwide company with over 600 Authorized Retailers to serve you.
To locate your closest Authorized Retailer regarding warranty work, questions, bags and accessories, please call
1-888-6-RICCAR or visit our website www.riccar.com
IMPORTANT:
To activate your warranty, within 30 days of purchase please fill out and return the warranty postcard OR fill out the warranty form online at www.riccar.com.
Please fill out warranty information located on page 18 and keep it for your records.
Key Replacement Parts
Genuine SupraLite Performance HEPA™ Vacuum Bags: RFH-6
Genuine SupraLite Vacuum Bags RSL-6
Genuine SupraLite Vacuum Belts: RBS-2
Contents
Getting Started |
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Important Safety Instructions |
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Grounding Instructions |
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Assembling the Vacuum |
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Vacuum Features |
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On/Off Switch |
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Edge Cleaning |
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Automatic Carpet Height Adjustment |
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Bare Floor Cleaning |
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Brushrolll Jam Indicator |
12 |
Lifetime Belt Protection Warranty |
12 |
How To |
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Change the Vacuum Bag |
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Remove/Install the Bottom Plate |
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Change the Belt |
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Replace the Headlight Bulb |
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Replace the Squeegee |
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Reset the Circuit Breaker |
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Owner’s Information |
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For Best Performance |
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Warranty |
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USING THIS APPLIANCE
WARNING: The manufacturer cannot accept responsibility for damage caused when the appliance is not used according to the
instructions, or for uses other than those for which it was intended.
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.
•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 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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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Grounding Instructions
Household Models: RSL1A, RSL3, RSL4 and RSL5
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance 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.
Commercial Models: RSL1AC, RSL3C and RSL5C
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 configuration 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
Outlet
Grounded
Outlet Box
Grounding
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Assembling the Vacuum
Nozzle |
Cloth bag |
Power cord
RSL1A and
RSL1AC Handle
Quick Cord Release
RSL3, RSL4, RSL5 and
RSL3C Handle
Quick Cord Release
(with aluminum upper cord hook)
RSL5C Handle
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Under no circumstances should you plug in the |
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vacuum cleaner prior to complete assembly. |
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Model RSL1A and RSL1AC |
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The vacuum cleaner handle is packed as a |
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separate component that requires assembly. |
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Fig. 1 |
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Installing the Handle: |
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1. Release the handle bracket from the handle |
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tube by removing the two screws (figure 1). |
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2. Place handle onto the handle tube, aligning |
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holes with pegs (figure 2). |
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Fig. 2 |
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