I have a oreck xl2 and while vacuuming the vacuum quit. The vacuum has the red power light on. Please advise

There is no reset button on that vacuum.

that happened to me and I took the handle apart there is a plug in there that needed to be plugged back in hope that helps you

If you have power in the outlet and the vacuum does not come on 9 times out of 10 it is the switch especially in the oreck or if the switch feels like there is no snap or click when turning on and off

Flip the head over and clean the metal pieces on either side if the head. When they get dirty, the tend to stick to the floor.

Jim

There could be a problem with the cord. I suggest taking it to a local vacuum shop to have it inspected as that could be the problem

I believe all Oreck vacuums have a lifetime warranty. You should pursue that.

I have the same problem and mine is less then a year old.

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Wiring diagram Oreck XL2
Posted by geohil on Jun 06, 2008
Can I get a wiring diagram of the handle on an Oreck XL 2.

Hello,
I would advise you to ALWAYS to FIRST UNPLUG YOUR VACUUM before beginning any service procedure. Oreck XL Ultra Bagged Upright Vacuum. The best place to get an owner’s manual is from the Oreck Factory of which I will supply for you listed below or you can download the owner’s manual from the Oreck Website. . I would check with your local Oreck dealer or vacuum dealer in your area to see what is going on. This is most unusual for this to happen. So if you need further assistance, please feel free to contact your local vacuum cleaner dealer in your area or in the yellow pages, or contact the factory phone number or website to further assist you with your questions.
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Here are the 4 different wiring for new Oreck motors.

I had the same problem after not paying attention to the connections when replacing my motor. I spent days searching for information and only found several non-answers with small photos that no one can read.I contacted Oreck for wiring information. They explicitly stated that they can't provide any wiring information for safety and liability reasons.

I found the Ametek schematic which shows the LINE and TAP locations on the motor.

Note: I have a 2600HH XL with 2 headlights.

Connect as follows:

3A, LINE: White lead w/piggy back terminal from light harness #1 & white lead from the power harness to the piggy back terminal
2A, TAP: Black lead from light harness #1
3B, LINE: White lead w/piggy back terminal from light harness #2 & black lead from the power harness
2B, TAP: Black lead from light harness #2