Riccar R800, R500, R600 Operation, Unclogging nozzle and hose, If the hose should become clogged

Operation

Unclogging nozzle and hose

CAUTION: Disconnect the vacuum cleaner from the electrical outlet before cleaning nozzle housing.

The nozzle hose, located on the back of the vacuum, carries the dirt from the nozzle to the vacuum bag. The hose also functions as the attachment cleaning hose. First check to see that a bag is installed or that the bag has not broken open.

If the hose should become clogged:

1.Pull out and turn the lid of the cleaning attachment opening. Remove the clog or blockage [Fig. 23].

2.Remove hose cuff from nozzle inlet and check for clog [Fig. 24].

3.Turn unit over and remove bottom plate (See “Removing and re-installing bottom plate”). Check nozzle inlet tube for obstructions [Fig. 25]. Clear tube and re-install bottom plate.

Fig. 23

Fig. 24

Fig. 25

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