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8900 Series

O w n e r s M a n u a l
8900 Series
8900 8920 8905
8955 8925 Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
2

Polarization instructions
3

Thermal fuse protection
4

Description of the vacuum
5
Assembly & Operation

Attaching the handle

6

Install hose assembly

6

Release the power cord
6

On/Off switch
6

Handle adjustments

7

Replacing vacuum bag
7

Replacing secondary filter
8

Replacing post filter

8

Replacing headlight bulb
9

Removing and reinstalling bottom plate

9

Edge cleaning feature

9

Automatic self adjusting rug nozzle
9

Carpet floor selector

9

Replacing agitator belt

0

Unclogging nozzle and hose

2

Full bag indicator light

2
Tools

On-board cleaning tools
3

Suction control dial

3

Optional cleaning tools

4
Warranty

5
Owners information
7 2
3
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 manufacturers 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.
Do not use vacuum to pick up water or
any wet materials.
Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. To
avoid injury and damage, vacuum should
remain at base of stairs while in use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING:
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Polarization instructions
Grounding Instructions
Model 8925 and 8920 Only
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 20-volt circuit and has a ground plug
(see illustration). Make sure that the vacuum is connected to an outlet having the same
condiagramuration as the plug. No adapter should be used with this vacuum.
Grounded
Outlet
Grounding
Grounded
Outlet Box
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.
Power Cord - 2-Wire Polarized
Household models 8955, 8905, 8900 Only
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. 4
5
Your Riccar vacuum cleaner comes equipped with a Manual Reset Thermal Fuse Protector.
This thermal protector is designed to protect your vacuum cleaner from overheating due to
a restriction in airflow (i.e. clogged hose, operating the vacuum without a bag). Should this
situation occur, the thermal fuse protector will safely shut off the vacuum cleaner to avoid
any potential damage.
NOTE: To determine it was the thermal fuse protector that turned off your vacuum
cleaner, please refer to the vacuum cleaner's headlight. If the headlight is on while the motor
is off, then the thermal fuse protector did safely shut down the motor. If both the headlight
and motor are off, then there is some reason other than the thermal protector (i.e. pulled
plug) your vacuum is off.
To reset the thermal fuse:
. Unplug the vacuum cleaner
2. Check for problem overfilled bag, clog in hose, clogged filters, etc.
3. Correct problem
4. Locate "tripped" fuse the small white button located on the bottom of the back side of
the main body (roughly one inch to the right of the left wheel)
5. Using a pencil, paper clip or other pointed object, push the reset button in
6. Plug vacuum cleaner in and resume use
Please contact your Authorized Riccar Retailer with any questions.
Thermal fuse protection
Description of the vacuum
Genuine Riccar High Flow
HEPA Vacuum Bags
C5H-6
6 per pkg
Genuine Riccar Eco Pure
Vacuum Filter Bags
C5-6
6 per pkg
Vacuum Agitator Belt
A20-R2P
2 per pkg
Secondary Charcoal Filter
RCFT89-2
Models 8905, 8925, 8955
RCF89-2
Models 8900, 8920
Post Filter
RF89-2
2 per pkg
Models 8900, 8905,
8920, 8925
RF8900P-
 per pkg
Model 8955
Light Bulb Xenon
A350-0000
Wedge Base, 0.97 amp
T 3 /4 Xenon
Riccar Replacement Parts
On/Off switch
(Models 8920,
8925, 8955)
Handle grip
Handle tube
Bag compartment
cover release button
Bag compartment
cover
Nozzle inlet
Furniture guard
Self adjusting nozzle
Headlight
Rug/floor selector
(select models)
Foot pedal release
Thermal reset button
Stretch hose
Upholstery tool
Crevice tool
Accessory
attachment
opening
Easy-carry handle
Power cord
(On-board tools
select models only)
Quick cord release
Telescopic wand
Dusting brush 6
7
Operation
Attaching the handle
The cleaner and the handle are packed separately.
After first removing the handle screw, insert
handle into the hole on top of the vacuum
cleaner. Make sure that the switch on the handle
is positioned to the front of the vacuum cleaner
(diagram ).
Line up the small hole on the handle with the
small hole on the vacuum cleaner and insert
the screw. Make sure the screw is tightened
securely.
Attach the power cord at the clip located on the
upper cord hook (diagram 2).
Turn the upper cord storage hook to the upright
position and wind the power cord around the
cord storage hooks when storing the vacuum
cleaner (diagram 3).
How to Install Hose Assembly
Install hose cuff in nozzle inlet (diagram 4).
How to Release the Power Cord
The upper cord storage hook has a quick-
release action. To release the cord, rotate the
hook downward and the cord will drop off the
handle for immediate use (diagram 5).
Return the hook to the upright position before
attempting to rewind the cord (diagram 2).
On/Off Switch
To start the vacuum cleaner, slide the switch on
the handle to the ON position.
To stop the vacuum cleaner, slide the switch on
the handle to the OFF position.
Turn the vacuum off before unplugging from the
electrical outlet.
Operation
Handle adjustments
The handle of this vacuum cleaner can be set
to one of three positions: Upright, Middle or
Low. To release the handle, step on the pedal
at the left rear corner of the vacuum cleaner
(diagram 6).
Upright position: Handle locks in this position
for vacuum cleaner storage. The handle
should always be in an upright position when
cleaning tools are used (diagram 7).
Middle position: This position, the front of the
nozzle can be r