Tacony Riccar RPT-P1 User manual

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Central Vacuum
Power Nozzle
Accessory Kits
FOR ALL MODELS
Owner’s Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2
Polarization Instructions 3
Description of the Power Nozzle Accessory Kit 4
Operating the Power Nozzle & Accessories 5
Inserting the hose
Turning on the power nozzle
Using the power nozzle
Remove / Insert the wand from the power nozzle
Adjusting the wand
Carpet height adjustment
Using the accessories
Maintenance and Care 8
Removing the brushroll
Replacing the power nozzle belt
Replacing the bulb
Problem Solving Guide 10
Warranty 12
Contents

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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
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 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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:

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POWER CORD, 2-WIRE POLARIZED CORD
Riccar power nozzle accessory kit models: RPT-P1 & RPT-P2
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.
Polarization Instructions

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Description of the Power Nozzle Accessory Kit
Wand extension button
Power nozzle
3-in-1
Multi-purpose tool
Flexible hose
Handle release button
Wand release collar
30'
Crushproof
hose
Power cord
(select models)
Power Control
(for power unit and
power nozzle)
Telescopic wand
Handle release
Carpet height
adjustment
Warning light/dirt sensor
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1. Inserting the hose
To begin cleaning, locate a vacuum
port and lift the port lid. Insert the hose
into the port. For models with a power
cord, it is necessary to plug the power
cord into a power outlet.
2. Turning on the power nozzle
The on / off switch is located on the
handle. Press the switch to the left for
vacuum suction only. Press the switch
to the right for vacuum suction and to
activate the power nozzle brush.
To achieve best cleaning results, slowly
pass the power nozzle back and forth
over the carpet or floor.
3. Using the power nozzle
After turning on the power nozzle,
release the handle by pressing the left
pedal on the back side of the power
nozzle (see diagram).
4. Remove / Insert the wand from the
power nozzle
Removing the wand from the power
nozzle allows you to use cleaning tools
for baseboard or ceiling cleaning. To
do this, first turn the power nozzle off.
Then press the wand release collar
(see diagram) and pull the wand out.
To reinsert the wand into the power
nozzle, simply press the wand back
into the neck of the power nozzle. The
wand will then “click” back into place.
5. Adjusting the wand
The telescopic wand is easily
adjustable so you can choose any
wand length necessary for your
cleaning task. Press the wand
extension button and push or pull the
wand to desired length. Collapse the
wand to its shortest height for easy
wand storage.
Operating The Power Nozzle & Accessories
Diagram 5
Diagram 3
Power cord
(select models)

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Operating The Power Nozzle & Accessories
6. Carpet height adjustment
Your power nozzle has six different
settings to clean a variety of carpet
types and floor surfaces. To adjust
the carpet height setting of the power
nozzle, press the right pedal located
on the back of the power nozzle (see
diagram). Each press of this pedal will
adjust the height to the next carpet
height position.
To determine which setting you are
currently on, look through the height
indicator window on the top of the unit
(see diagram). You will see one of the
six settings detailed below:
Setting: Intended Use:
1. XHI Very plush carpet
2. HI Plush carpet
3. Auto Standard carpet thickness
or bare floors
4. MED Medium pile carpet
5. LO Low pile carpet
6. XLO Indoor / outdoor carpet
Carpet height adjustment notes:
When using the power nozzle, start on
the “auto” setting. If pushing the power
nozzle forward feels sluggish or hard to
push, then adjust to a higher setting (i.e.
HI or XHI). If the power nozzle feels very
easy to push, you may want to lower the
power nozzle for more effective cleaning.
The “Auto” setting is the recommended
setting for bare floor surfaces (i.e. tile,
vinyl, wood).
Diagram 6
XHI
HI
AUTO
MED
LO
XLO
Diagram 7

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7. Using the 3-in-1 Multi-Purpose tool
The 3-in-1 tool is a highly versatile
cleaning tool that stores on your
telescopic wand for easy access while
cleaning. The tool can be used as
a dusting brush, floor tool or crevice
cleaning tool.
8. Using the handheld turbo brush
(included with select power nozzle
accessory kit models)
Your power nozzle accessory kit may
include a powerful handheld turbo
brush that’s perfect for upholstery and
stair cleaning. The spinning brushroll
on the tool is ideal for whisking away
pet hair and other stubborn debris.
Attach the turbo brush to the end of
the hose handle or wand and it’s ready
to use.
9. Using the hardwood floor brush
To clean bare flooring surfaces (i.e.
hardwood, linoleum, tile), use the
hardwood floor brush by attaching
the brush to the end of the telescopic
wand or the hose handle.
Crevice Brush Floor
Insert wand or handle into these points:
Operating The Power Nozzle & Accessories

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Maintenance and Care
Your power nozzle may need maintenance
on occasion to keep it operating in
peak condition. Listed below are a few
maintenance procedures that can be
performed by you or your retailer.
1. Removing the brushroll
IMPORTANT: Before performing any
maintenance work on the power nozzle,
always disconnect the hose from the
vacuum inlet and unplug the power cord,
if your model has one. Then disconnect
the wand.
Your brushroll may need to be removed
at times, for example, to cut threads
that have become tangled around the
brushroll or to replace the belt (see
“Replacing the belt”).
To remove the brushroll, turn the unit
over and lift off the metal bottom plate
by first unscrewing the two bottom plate
screws located by the rear wheels (see
diagram). Pull out the belt cover guard
(see diagram) and pull the brushroll out.
To reinstall the brushroll, place the
brushroll back into the unit (make sure the
belt is attached properly). Next, insert the
belt cover guard. Then, place the metal
bottom plate back onto the unit (insert
the front end of the bottom plate first).
Re-insert the two bottom plate screws
and secure.
Diagram 10
Bottom Plate Screws
Diagram 11

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Maintenance and Care
2. Replacing the power nozzle belt
IMPORTANT: Before performing any
maintenance work on the power nozzle,
always disconnect the hose from the
vacuum inlet and unplug the power cord,
if your model has one. Then disconnect
the wand.
To replace the power nozzle belt, you
must first remove the brushroll (see
“Removing the brushroll”). Locate and
discard broken belt.
To install a new belt, locate the power
nozzle motor pulley and loop the belt
around it (see diagram). Place the other
end of the belt around the brushroll
making sure the belt is seated in the “belt
groove” of the brushroll (see diagram).
Insert the brushroll back into the brushroll
tray and place the belt guard back into
position. Place the metal bottom plate
back on to the unit (insert the front end of
the bottom plate first). Re-insert the two
bottom plate screws and secure.
3. Replacing the bulb
IMPORTANT: Before performing any
maintenance work on the power nozzle,
always disconnect the hose from the
vacuum inlet and unplug the power cord,
if your model has one. Then disconnect
the wand.
Turn the power nozzle over and remove
the bottom plate by first unscrewing the
two bottom plate screws located by the
rear wheels. Locate and remove the two
top cover screws (see diagram). Turn
the power nozzle back over, push the
power nozzle neck flat, and remove the
top cover (see diagram). Simply pull the
bulb out (no twisting) and insert a factory
authorized bulb. Place the top cover back
on the unit, turn the machine over and re-
insert the two top cover screws. Re-install
the bottom plate.
Diagram 12
Diagram 13
Belt
Top Cover Screw
Diagram 14
Top Cover Screw
Diagram 15

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Problem Solving Guide
1. Power nozzle warning light
Your power nozzle comes equipped
with a circuit breaker safety system
that protects it from a jammed power
nozzle situation. Common items that
cause jammed brushrolls include socks,
excessive threads, corners of area rugs,
etc. The warning indicator light on top of
the unit (see diagram) will change from
green to red should a jammed brushroll
condition occur.
If the circuit breaker trips:
a. Turn off the power nozzle, disconnect
the hose from the vacuum inlet and
unplug the power cord, if your model
has one.
b. Remove the object preventing the
brushroll from turning.
c. Locate the circuit breaker switch on the
back of the power nozzle and press it
to reset the breaker (see diagram).
d. When the unit is turned back on,
the warning light should be green
and ready to go. If the breaker trips
again, repeat steps a-c to correct the
problem. If this does not correct the
problem, contact your Authorized
Retailer for further assistance.
2. Replacing the brushstrips
(select models only)
You have the ability to replace the
brushstrips without replacing the entire
brushroll on some Riccar power nozzles.
Nozzles with this feature can be easily
identified as they have metal brushrolls.
It’s recommended that the brushstrips
be replaced every other year so that your
nozzle maintains maximum cleaning
performance.
A variety of brushstrips are available
depending on the type of carpet you
own. Please ask your retailer about
which brushstrip is right for your
cleaning application.
Diagram 9
Circuit Breaker Switch
Warning Light / Dirt Sensor (select models)

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Problem Solving Guide
3. Dirt sensor (select models only)
Some power nozzle accessory kits have nozzles featuring a built-in dirt sensor. The
sensor detects whether or not the flooring surface you are vacuuming is clean. The
sensor light is located on top of the nozzle and is part of the warning light system.
Listed below are the potential warning / cleaning lights along with a description of
that condition:
Light: Situation: Solution:
Green light Your floor is clean Move on to other areas.
Yellow light Dirt found! Keep cleaning that area.
Red light Brushroll jam Brushroll stopped due to
obstruction. See “If the circuit
breaker trips” on page 10.
Trouble Shooting Guide
Problem Possible Reasons Possible Solution
Vacuum system • Unit not firmly plugged in • Plug unit in firmly
won’t turn on • Blown fuse or tripped breaker • Check house fuse or breaker
Replace fuse / reset breaker
• Needs service • Talk to authorized service
center (1-888-6-RICCAR)
Vacuum won’t • Vacuum bag / dirt • Change the bag or empty
pick up or container is full the dirt container
low suction • Filter is clogged • Replace / wash filter
• Power nozzle belt is broken • Replace broken belt

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Warranty
What is Covered:
This warranty covers any defects in material and workmanship in your new Riccar
central vacuum power nozzle accessory kit.
How Long Coverage Lasts:
Warranty coverage for your Riccar central vacuum power nozzle accessory kit lasts
3 years. This warranty is limited to your power nozzle, central vacuum hose and
accessories included in the particular kit you purchased.
What is Not Covered:
• Damage to the power nozzle accessory kit which occurs from neglect, abuse,
alterations, accident, misuse, or improper maintenance.
• This warranty does not extend to any central vacuum power unit. Riccar power units
are covered under a separate warranty.
What Riccar Will Do:
This warranty provides, at no cost to you, all labor and parts to keep the power nozzle
accessory kit components in correct operating condition during the warranted period.
How to Get Service:
Warranty service can only be obtained by contacting an Authorized Riccar Retailer.
A proof-of-purchase and product serial number will be required before service is
rendered. To locate your nearest Riccar Retailer, please call 1-888-6-RICCAR or
visit the Riccar website at www.riccar.com.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES
WHETHER WRITTEN, ORAL, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, (INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE). THIS WAR-
RANTY DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
How State Law Applies:
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.

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