Summary of Contents for Riccar CI100
- Page 1 Owner’s Manual DOMesTIc use Only Please read this document carefully before installing and/or using your vacuum cleaning system. Model : _______________ serial number : ________________________...
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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety InStructIonS When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following. Read all instructions before using this appliance WarnInG – To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury: 1. Do not leave appliance when plugged in. unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Motor ..................Hi Flow Hepa Bag (B20, BF40, BF60 and BF100 models) ... Dirt Receptacle (C20, CI40, CI60 and CI100 models) ....Filters (C20, CI40, CI60 and CI100 models) ......Carbon Dust Filter (BF40, BF60 and BF100 models) ....20... -
Page 4: Preface
Blainville, Quebec, by the largest central vacuum cleaner manufacturer in canada, providing a high-quality, state-of-the-art product. Our extensive network of qualified professionals ensures first quality service near you. contact us for the location of the Riccar autho- rized service center in your area. – U... -
Page 5: Schematic - Units Without Bags
– U ChemaTiC niTs wiTh (b20, bf40, bf60 bf100 models 1. circuit Breaker 2. Information center * 3. low Voltage connector 4. serial number 5. upper Round Drum Filter (part #cF-B) 6. Air Intake 7. carbon Dust Filter* 8. Muffler * except B20 model min. -
Page 6: Installation
Riccar service centers. contrary to all other connections in the piping system, do not glue the last fitting to your unit. Riccar central vacuums are equipped with an adjustable air intake valve (figure 3), which does not require glue. -
Page 7: Dos & Don'ts
& d ’ Installing conduits Installation... - Page 8 & d ’ Installing conduits Installation...
- Page 9 & d ’ Installing Inlets When installing your vacuum inlets, we recommend that the principle of electric polarity be taken into account. ensure that the wire connected onto contact A on inlet 1 is the same as that connected to contact A on inlet 2, and so on.
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Page 10: Muffler Installation - (Ci100 And Bf100 Models)
Uffler nsTallaTion PTional BF100 CI100 M odels 1. Insert the rubber coupling on the vacuum air exhaust. 2. using a screwdriver, tighten the clamp collars to ensure adequate sealing. 3. Insert the metal elbow into the rubber coupling, and tighten the clamp collars as per instructions in step 2. -
Page 11: Muffler Installation - Other Models
Uffler nsTallaTion PTional otHer modelS Glue not included leCTriC onneCTions There should be an electric outlet within 1 meter (3 feet) of your central vacuum unit. Once the appliance is installed in a suitable location, con- nect your central unit to an electric outlet on an dedicated* grounded circuit. -
Page 12: Grounding Instructions
4 220 V/240 V Models (bf100 Ci100 models only This appliance is for use on a circuit having a nominal rating more than 120 V and is factory-equipped with a specific cord and plug to permit connection to a proper electric circuit. -
Page 13: Low Voltage Connections
olTage onneCTions connect the low voltage wires to the low voltage inlet on your unit. To do so: 1. strip wires over 1 cm (1/2 inch) (figure 5). 2. Gently press on the toggle to open the connector (figure 6). 3. -
Page 14: Operating Instruction
& i nleTs Before operating your central vacuum… Please verify that it is properly connected to the piping system, and to a grounded electrical outlet, and that the low voltage wires are connected to the unit (see pages 8 to 16). Then read the complete owner’s manual and proceed with a quick verification of your unit’s installation: • Check filter and bag to be sure they are properly installed. -
Page 15: Using The Integrated Inlet
The nTegraTed nleT (Ci40, Ci60 and Ci100 models To use the vacuum inlet integrated into your central vacuum, simply connect the hose and flip the integrated switch to the "on" position. Please note that the integrated switch will start the power unit, even if there is no hose connected to the inlet. -
Page 16: Progressive Start
UTomaTiC sToP (Ci40, Ci60, Ci100, bf40, bf60 bf100 models In case you’ve forgotten to turn off your vacuum, or it’s been turned on by mistake, your vacuum system wil automatically shut off after one hour of uninterrupted use. -
Page 17: Information Center
oTor Please note that Riccar motors do not require lubrication. each motor contains two carbon brushes which will wear normally, and may eventu- ally require replacement. For warranty purposes, this should be done by an authorized service center. Brush life is affected by the number of hours used, frequency of start-ups and shut-downs, humidity, altitude, and tem- perature. -
Page 18: Hi Flow Hepa Bag (B20, Bf40, Bf60 And Bf100 Models)
4. ensure adequate sealing by inserting bag as far as the retention ring. 5. Replace dust receptacle and seal by latching both clips. retention Use only genuine Riccar replacement bags. ring Failure to do so could void the warranty on your vacuum unit. figure 7... -
Page 19: Dirt Receptacle (C20, Ci40, Ci60 And Ci100 Models)
We recommend that it be emptied at least every season, depending on frequency of use. For models cI40, cI60 and cI100 the information center will indi- cate when to empty the canister. These indications are provided by an eletronic timing device, only as a reference guide. -
Page 20: Carbon Dust Filter (Bf40, Bf60 And Bf100 Models)
arbon ilTer (bf40, bf60 bf100 models We recommend changing this filter after three bag replacements. The integrated monitor will indicate when to change the filter. These indications are provided by an electronic timing board, only as a reference guide. To do so: figure 12 1. -
Page 21: General Information
Remember that in order for your warranty to remain valid, maintenance of the motor and repairs to the unit itself must be carried out by an authorized service center, using original Riccar parts. Troubleshooting... -
Page 22: Decrease In Suction Strength
roUbleshooTing Problem Possible cause Corrective action Decrease in suction Dirt recipient / Bag is full empty dirt recipient / change strength bag (see page 17 to 18). Dirt recipient is not prop- check clamps holding dirt erly attached recipient, to make sure they are tight, and dirt recipient is aligned. - Page 23 roUbleshooTing Problem Possible cause Corrective action Decrease in suction Obstruction in the piping Remove the screw from the strength (cont.) system air intake connector, to free the central vacuum unit from the piping system (see figure 3 on page 6). start the unit by plugging the hose into a vacuum inlet.
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Page 24: Vacuum Will Not Start
roUbleshooTing Problem Possible cause Corrective action Vacuum will not start The electrical power is ensure that the power cord not connected properly is plugged into a dedicated grounded electrical outlet, according to specifications on pages 11 and 12. low voltage wire not Verify the low voltage wires, connected properly make sure they are properly... -
Page 25: Vacuum Will Not Stop
roUbleshooTing Problem Possible cause Corrective action Vacuum will not stop Hose improperly ensure that the hose end is inserted into vacuum properly placed in the inlet vacuum inlet: the tab on the hose should fit into the slots on the inlet, to ensure adequate contacts for the hose switch to function (see page 14). -
Page 26: Warranty Information
WHat IS coVered / HoW lonG coVeraGe laStS: All permanently installed components of a Riccar central system are war- ranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship under normal use to the original purchaser at the original installation address. Motor and electrical components are warranted for ten (10) years. - Page 27 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 1-888-6RIccAR or visit the Riccar website at www.riccar.com.
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