4.Although your upright will pick up pins, paper clips, and other small 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.
5.WARNING: Do not use your vacuum cleaner on damp or wet surfaces. This will cause damage to the vacuum cleaner and is dangerous to the user.
6.REPLACE THE BELT EVERY 6 MONTHS.
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 affect the efficiency of the cleaner.
8.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.
General Information
The performance of your new cleaner greatly depends upon care and maintenance. The instructions in this manual will guide you in performing basic care and maintenance. To obtain the most satisfying years of service read the instructions and keep them handy for future reference.
Disposable Paper Filter Dust Bags
Disposable paper filter dust bags play a very important role in the efficiency of your ORECK vacuum cleaner. The purpose of the filter bag is to trap dirt, but at the same time it must be porous enough to allow air to pass through. If the filter bag becomes clogged, no air can pass through the cleaner and cleaning cannot take place, regardless of the cleaner’s power.
To keep your cleaner operating at maximum efficiency, change the dust bag frequently. DO NOT FILL ABOVE THE LINE INDICATED ON THE
DUST BAG.
Be sure the disposable paper filter dust bag is installed properly.
All paper dust bags are not the same. Your ORECK disposable dust bags have been designed to be used with the ORECK cleaner. Using bags other than genuine ORECK disposable bags will affect the cleaning ability of your cleaner and could cause damage to it.
The Belt
The belt on your vacuum cleaner controls the speed of the revolving brush and is very important for the effective operation of the cleaner. If the belt becomes stretched or cut, it will cause the revolving brush to stop completely or slow down. See instructions in the manual for replacing belt.
An extra belt is stored in the baseplate of your cleaner. When buying replacement belts, use ONLY ORECK genuine belts. Belts other than Oreck belts will not operate the revolving brush correctly and may create undue stress which will cause damage to the motor and brush bearings.
Lubrication
The vacuum cleaner motor bearings are factory lubricated and sealed. Further lubrication is not required.
General Cleaner Care
At least once a month, check for and remove excessive lint, string or hair from revolving brush.
Wipe the outside of the cleaner with a damp cloth. Also, clean the connector deflector assembly area, base of cleaner and fan housing area. If there is dust in the outer bag, vacuum it or shake it out.
A little preventative maintenance will keep your cleaner looking new and will ensure continued cleaning effec- tiveness.
CAUTION—Wood Floors, Soft (Vinyl, Asphalt Tile, etc.) Floor Surfaces and Polished Floor Finishes
Use floor and floor finish manufacturer’s recommended methods of cleaning. The metal strip on the base of the cleaner could be damaged if used on concrete or abrasive surfaces, and, therefore, cause damage to wood floors, soft (vinyl, asphalt tile, etc.) floor surfaces and polished floor finishes. The roller brush may also scuff very soft finishes. 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.
To Replace Filter Dust Bag
WARNING: Unplug cord from electrical outlet before servicing.
BAG REMOVAL:
fig. 5 Unzip outer bag completely.
fig. 6 Pull bag cardboard collar to release bag from connector.
BAG INSTALLATION:
fig. 7 Hook bottom of bag collar opening under lip "B" of connector assembly. Pull up on bag collar and snap over lip "A" of connector.
fig. 8 Press on edges of bag collar to insure bag is completely installed.
IMPORTANT: Check to make sure bag collar is behind lips "A" and "B". If it is not, dust will leak into outer bag. When filter bag is in place, close outer bag with zipper fastener.
How to Replace a Worn Belt
WARNING: Unplug cord from electrical outlet before servicing.
fig. 9 Remove the replacement belt from the storage channel.
fig. 10 Remove the door by removing the hold down screw located on side of power head.
fig. 11 Slide the door forward by prying open with a screwdriver or coin.
fig. 12 Remove the belt from the motor drive shaft and brush roll pulley.
fig. 13 Loop the new belt over the motor drive shaft. Place the opposite end of the belt on the brush roll pulley. Rotate the brush roll three (3) complete revolutions to ensure that no part of the belt is overhanging the end of the motor drive shaft.
fig. 11 Replace the door by sliding it into the groove at the bottom of the housing.
fig. 10 Replace the hold down screw and tighten.
To Adjust or Replace Brush
WARNING: Unplug cord from electrical outlet before servicing.
fig. 14 To determine if the brush is worn, place a firm straight edge across the nozzle opening. If brush bristles do not extend beyond baseplate, brush should be adjusted.
fig. 15 Remove the baseplate by removing 5 screws. fig. 16 Remove the belt and brush roll from the housing.
fig. 17 Rotate both bearing assemblies at ends of brush roll to show "OLD" and replace in the holding channels in the housing.
NOTE: The bearing assembly setting marked “OLD” has a smooth side on the end card. The one marked “NEW” has a notched side on the end card. When rotating bearings, make sure both bearing assembly settings are the same and face up when replacing the brush roll.
