Remove/Install The Bottom Plate; Change The Belt - Riccar SUPRALITE RSL1A Owner's Manual

How To

Remove/Install the Bottom Plate

CAUTION: First, unplug the vacuum cleaner
from the electrical outlet.
To Remove Bottom Plate:
1. After unplugging the power cord, turn
the vacuum cleaner over, exposing the
underside.
2. Press the two holding tabs inward (figure
17) releasing the bottom plate. Remove
the bottom plate.
To Install Bottom Plate:
1. Install bottom plate, making sure
bottom plate hinges are in place before
setting the plate (figure 18).
2. Press plate into position until the plate
"clicks" on both sides.
Fig. 17
Fig. 18
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Change the Belt

Models: RSL1A, RSL3, RSL4,
RSL1AC and RSL3C
CAUTION: First, unplug the vacuum cleaner
from the electrical outlet.
1. Turn the unit over and remove the
bottom plate (see "How to Remove
Bottom Plate").
2. Remove the brushroll and the worn or
broken belt from the brushroll pulley and
the motor drive shaft (figure 19).
3. Loop the new belt around the
motor drive shaft and the brushroll
(figure 20).
4. Reinstall the brushroll back into the
housing. Turn the brushroll by hand,
making sure the belt is not twisted
and all rotating parts move smoothly
(figure 21).
5. Reinstall the bottom plate (see "How to
Install Bottom Plate").
NOTE: To ensure maximum cleaning
efficiency, the belt should be checked
regularly to be sure it is in good condition.
Check to see if the belt is stretched,
cracked, or if excessive slipping is occuring.
Replace if needed.
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How To
Fig. 19
Fig. 20
Fig. 21