Top 20 Riccar Model RC1100 Canister Vacuum Cleaner Bags - Page 4 Questions & Answers

Start by replacing the belt. Stretch belts should be replaced at least once per year because they lose elasticity. If that doesn't solve it have it check out by your Riccar dealer. It may be the clutch pad or might need adjusted.

Your dealer may have written the purchase date on the tag for your maintenance plan. If not your dealer can determine the age by using your serial number

drop a quater thru hose make sure it goes thru

It depends on the model, most models require simply removing the bottom plate and replacing the belt in place of the old belt.

Start by replacing the belt, check the brush roll while you have it out.

more than likely you can just take it into your local guarantee vacuum and sewing center and they will tell you the cost and get the part for you

If it has suction it has to be exhausting the air. Filters should be replaced at least once a year.

The Brilliance has a lifetime belt but if it gets overheated it can get warped and comes off. Normally you do not need to replace the belt unless there is a problem. You have to remove the cover over the power nozzle assembly by removing the screws on the bottom. Notice how the belt goes around the motor shaft and through the "Hall Assembly" which is the spring loaded lever that detects a jam and shuts the brush roll motor off.

It depends on which model and where the clip went. On most models it will just suck the clip right into the bag causing no harm to the vacuum. If you can't find it and don't hear any funny noises it probably will not cause any harm. You can have it checked out by your Riccar dealer to be sure.

There are clips on the inside of the wheel hold the wheel on. You can break the old ones to remove it. The new one will snap in place.

The light indicates a restriction, a full bag or clog or something restricting the airflow

I'm not sure which model you have but this is good for Riccar upright vacuums. If the hose has good suction but is not picking up well check the suction tube that is down by the brush roll. The suction tube starts by the brush roll and goes to the back of the vacuum where you put the suction hose into. If it has a clog or restriction the vacuum will not pick up properly.

Depending on the model, it may mean it's time for a filter change.;

go to the link below to download your manual http://www.riccar.com/help/manuals/

could possibly be a bad bearing on the motor or motor itself. and possibly the end on the beater bar ( bearing or belt placement roller ) could be seized up .

I am looking for a new motor for my 8920 Ricaar Vacuum. Can you lead me in the right direction. I can put it in my self. I replace them before. I used Ricaar for 25 years. Love them

Make sure bearings spin freely. If brush roll is not cleaned frequently enough hair can damage bearings or end caps. f

Replace the switch

The clutch has to be adjusted occasionally and the rubber pad holder sometimes wears out after 5 or 10 years of use. If you can't figure out why it's not working properly take it to your dealer.

Depends on which model you have.