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USER’S GUIDE
APU255
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Includes:
• Safety Warnings
• Warranty
• Operating Instructions
• Trouble Diagnosis
• Accessories
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Troubleshooting Guide
Warranty
WARNING: Unplug cord from
electrical outlet before servicing.
ORECK MANUFACTURING COMPANY: (ORECK gives
you the following limited warranty for this product only if it
was originally purchased for use, not resale, from ORECK
or an ORECK Authorized Retail Dealer.)
SAVE SERVICE CALLS...CHECK THESE FIRST:
• Is the disposable filter dust bag full?
ORECK will repair or replace, free of charge, to the
original purchaser, any part that is found to be defective
in material or workmanship within two (2) years of the
date of purchase. This limited warranty applies to normal
domestic use. Any commercial use of this product will
void this limited warranty.
• Are pores of filter dust bag clogged with powder or fine dust?
• Is anything clogging the revolving brush, intake opening?
• Is the belt in place and turning the brush?
• Does the brush turn freely? Are hair, string or rug fibers wound
around the brush?
PROBLEM
CLEANER
POSSIBLE SOURCE
AREAS TO CHECK
Drive belts, revolving brushes, bulbs, disposable bags,
and other parts subject to normal wear are not covered by
this limited warranty.
Not plugged in
properly.
Be sure cleaner is
firmly plugged
WILL NOT RUN
into wall outlet.
This limited warranty does not apply to any part subjected
to accident, abuse, commercial use, alteration, misuse,
damage caused by fire or act of God, the use of voltages
other than indicated on the serial number plate of this
product or service of this product by other than ORECK or
an ORECK Factory Authorized Service Center.
No electricity in
wall outlet.
Check electrical
source–fuse or
circuit breaker.
CLEANER
SUCTION LOW
Filter bag is full.
Replace filter bag.
See “To Install
Paper Filter Dust
Bag.”
ORECK does not authorize any person or representative to
assume or grant any other warranty obligation with the
sale of this product.
Nozzle is clogged. Clear obstruction.
POWER NOZZLE
DOES NOT PICK UP
Belt is broken or
stretched.
Replace belt.
ORECK’S limited warranty is valid only if you retain proof
of purchase from ORECK or an ORECK Authorized Retail
Dealer for this product. If you purchase this product from
any other source, your purchase is “AS IS,” which means
ORECK grants you no warranty, and that you, not ORECK,
assume the entire risk of the quality and performance of
this product, including the entire cost of any necessary
servicing or repairs of any defects.
Brush roll is
jammed.
Remove debris
from nozzle brush
roll.
Powerbrush nozzle Ensure power-
is not turning.
brush nozzle cord
is plugged in.
FILTER BAG ASSEMBLY
DIFFICULT TO INSTALL
AND REMOVE
Debris in bottom
of filter bag
Clean seal area at
bottom of filter bag
ORECK’S liability for damages to you for any costs
whatsoever arising out of this statement of limited warranty
shall be limited to the amount paid for this product at the
time of original purchase, and ORECK shall not be liable
for any direct, indirect, consequential or incidental
damages arising out of the use or inability to use this
product.
housing opening. housing opening.
Filter bag not in
place.
Install filter bag
properly.
CLEANER NOZZLE
WILL NOT SWIVEL
Swivel ring posts
not in correct
position.
Remove swivel
clamp screws from
bottom of nozzle
carefully.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
or
Reassemble nozzle
to unit, making
certain swivel ring
posts are seated
correctly.
Debris around
swivel ring.
ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES FOR THIS
PRODUCT, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE
WARRANTY PERIOD, AND NO WARRANTIES, WHETHER
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WILL APPLY AFTER THIS PERIOD.
HANDLE WILL NOT
STAY IN POSITION
Handle collar lock Firmly tighten
not tightened
securely.
handle collar lock
in clockwise
direction.
Some states do not allow limitations on the duration of
implied warranties, so the above limitation may not apply
to you.
ALL OTHER SERVICING SHOULD BE DONE BY AN
ORECK AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER.
CALL CUSTOMER SERVICE HOT LINE
US: 1-800-989-3535
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights which vary from state to state.
CANADA: 1-888-676-7325
Whenever calling, please be sure to have your model and
serial number from data plate.
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Operating Instructions
Plug cord into electrical outlet.
Cord Restraint
A cord restraint clip is conveniently molded into the handle
to lift cord out of your way while vacuuming.
Power Switch
Push power switch to “ON” (l) position.
CORD RESTRAINT
ELECTRIKBROOM
POWER SWITCH
Telescopic Handle
Power Nozzle Operation
To adjust the handle height, simply grasp handle grip and
rotate collar lock at lower end of handle counter-
clockwise to loosen. Then slide handle up or down to
desired height. Gently tighten collar lock down clockwise
onto threads to lock handle into place.
Your ORECK ELECTRIKBROOM cleaner features a power
brush nozzle designed for effective cleaning on all types
of carpets or bare floors.
When cleaning rugs or floors, glide the nozzle with slow,
easy strokes.
For deep cleaning carpets, depress the powerbrush switch
to “ON” (l) position, then glide the nozzle with slow, easy
strokes. For bare floors and light rugs, you may stop the
powerbrush roll by switching back to the “OFF” (0)
position.
COLLAR LOCK
NOZZLE
POWER SWITCH
To Store the Cleaner
Wrap the power cord around rear of unit. For compact
storage, retract telescoping handle down. Hang cleaner
on a hook from the opening located at the top of the
handle.
Swivel Nozzle
The swivel nozzle feature allows you to clean under
furniture easily. Simply twist cleaner to side until the unit
lies flat and parallel to the floor. Then guide the nozzle
into hard to reach places.
The convenient ORECK ELECTRIKBROOM vacuum cleaner
is always at your fingertips for quick clean-ups anywhere.
NOTE: These cleaners do not stand upright
alone. Make sure the cleaner is properly
supported when not in use or unattended.
SWIVEL NOZZLE
OPERATION
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To Replace Filter Bag
WARNING: Unplug cord from electrical
outlet before servicing.
To ensure that your ORECK ELECTRIKBROOM Powerbrush
cleaner provides you with optimal performance, use only
ORECK brand bags. Replace the filter bag more
frequently when picking up fine materials such as
powders, plaster dust, ashes and soot. These materials
may seal the filter bag before it appears full.
STEP 4: Replace Filter Bag Assembly
Replace bottom of the filter bag assembly into the side of
the cleaner. While pressing down, pivot top of filter bag
assembly in until to catch snaps into place.
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STEP 1: Remove Filter Bag Assembly
Remove the filter bag assembly by:
A) Grasping its top and pushing down.
B) Pulling top of filter bag assembly out and away from
the cleaner.
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BAG ASSEMBLY
IMPORTANT: Do not operate cleaner
without filter bag in place.
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Damage to the motor will occur.
To order:
Replacement Filter Bags
Part No. OR162
STEP 2: Remove Used Filter Bag
Remove used filter bag by grasping the cardboard collar
and pulling it past the raised locking tabs on the dirt tube.
Discard used bag.
Call your authorized ORECK Service Center, your
authorized ORECK dealer, or the Service Center Hotline
toll free at:
US: 1-800-989-3535
CANADA: 1-888-676-7325
STEP 3: Install New Filter Bag
Install new filter bag by pushing cardboard collar past
locking tabs on the dirt tube. Make sure the filter bag is
fully extended and tucked into the filter bag assembly.
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To Replace Belt
WARNING: Unplug cord from electrical
outlet before servicing.
STEP 1: Remove Power Nozzle Assembly
STEP 4: Replace Power Nozzle Assembly
Lay cleaner on flat surface with bottom side of nozzle
(brush side) facing you then:
Line up tabs in front of base plate with slots in nozzle
cover. Press down on front while rocking base back into
place. Be sure front tabs are in lock position. Replace
screws at rear corners. Reattach swivel clamp to nozzle
base.
A) Remove swivel clamp screws and clamp.
B) Remove the two screws at the outer rear corners of the
nozzle base plate only.
CLAMP SCREWS
SCREWS
STEP 2: Remove Belt
To order:
Gently rock rear wheels and base plate up and out of
nozzle. Lift brush roll from holder. Remove old belt and
debris. (Dirt and debris may have been the cause of a
broken belt.)
Replacement Belts
Part No. OR114
Call your authorized ORECK Service Centerr, your
authorized ORECK dealer, or the ORECK Service Center
Hotline toll free at:
US: 1-800-989-3535
CANADA: 1-888-676-7325
STEP 3: Install New Belt
Place new belt over end of motor shaft and brush roll.
Be Sure Belt Is Not Twisted.
Place brush roll back into its holder. Be sure flat side of
metal brush roll ends are up.
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To Clean Clogged Power Nozzle
WARNING: Unplug cord from electrical
outlet before servicing.
STEP 3: Replace Power Nozzle Assembly
STEP 1: Remove Power Nozzle Assembly
After cleaning, replace unit body inlet section into power
nozzle base. Line up tabs in front of base plate with slots
in nozzle cover. Press down on front while rocking base
back into place. Be sure front tabs are in lock position.
Replace screws at rear corners. Reattach swivel clamp to
nozzle base.
Lay cleaner on flat surface with bottom side of nozzle
(brush side) facing you then:
A) Remove swivel clamp screws and clamp.
B) Remove the two screws at the outer rear corners of the
nozzle base plate only.
C) Lift unit body inlet section out of power nozzle base.
CLAMP SCREWS
SCREWS
STEP 2: Inspect
Inspect nozzle and cleaner inlet for clogs and debris.
INLET
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ACCESSORIES
SOLD SEPARATELY
USA: 1-800-989-3535
CANADA: 1-888-676-7325
ITEM
PART NUMBER
1. Filter Dust Bag, 3 Pack
2. Belts, 2 Pack
OR162
OR114
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Printed in America
26852-03 REV C
09/02 ECN# R-6614
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