User’s Guide Quest Pro Canister FC1000 Important! Read this manual carefully, and keep for future reference.
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Contents Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 General Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Operation Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Environment Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Thermal Protector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety General Warnings Read all instructions before using this vacuum cleaner ! IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: WARNING! To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury: • The vacuum is intended for household use only. • Use the vacuum only as described in this manual. • Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments. Operation CAUTION! • This appliance has powerful suction capability.
Note: A polarized plug has one rounded prong and one straight prong. The rounded end goes into the longest socket slot. Rounded Prong • A damaged cord or plug may cause a spark, shock and fire. Always grasp the plug, not the cord, when unplugging the vacuum. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard. • Always check the cord and plug before use.
an enclosed space. Always check exposed wiring and wire connections before use. • Vacuuming burning or smoking objects, flammable or combustible liquids and toxic material may result in a fire and personal injury. Do not vacuum burning or smoking objects, flammable or combustible liquids. • Use of the vacuum on stairs may cause imbalance, slippage or tumbling. Always check your balance and ensure your footing when cleaning on stairs.
Parts Product Components & Accessories 19 9 15 18 11 17 16 30 20 10 25 8 26 27 23 1 28 21 13 22 29 2 24 Nozzle Top View 5 13 4 12 7 14 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 4 Intake Top Cover Variable Suction Control Bag Full Indicator Cordwinder Pedal Power Cord Power ON/OFF Pedal Carrying Handle Handle with Hose Telescopic Wand Wand Release Latch Carpet & Floor Power Nozzle Brushroll ON/OFF switch Headlight Disposable Filter Bag 6 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24.
Assembly Assembling the Oreck Quest™ Pro Canister 1. Connect hose by firmly inserting end of hose into canister intake opening. 2. Firmly press handle nozzle into telescopic wand until it locks in place. 3. Insert telescopic wand into power nozzle until button locks. 4. Extend telescopic wand by holding telescopic wand length adjustment and pulling power handle. Note: Accessory tools can be used with the telescopic wand or handle alone.
Use ON/OFF Switch • After assembling vacuum, plug the cord into an electrical outlet. Turn the vacuum ON by pressing the ON/OFF pedal (A). To turn vacuum OFF press the pedal again. NOTE: The Cord Winder Pedal (B) is on the other side. Check Bag Indicator • When the indicator light comes on, open the canister and check the filter bag. See page 13 for details and instructions on how to replace a filter bag.
Use Connect Hose • With hose toward rear of the vacuum, push hose connector into opening in the bag lid. Note: The flexible hose contains electrical wires for connection to the power nozzle and should not be used if damaged. The wires should not be visible through the outer skin. Connect Hose Handle to Wand • Attach the hose to the telescopic wand by pushing the handle (E) down into wand until the Handle Release button (F) locks the handle into place.
Use Dirt Sensor • The Dirt Sensor will turn red (J) when the power nozzle is detecting and picking up dirt. The light will turn green when no dirt is detected. Power Nozzle Handle Positions • The handle has two positions when used with the power nozzle: upright and operating. • The handle is locked when in the upright position. • To lower handle to operating position, press the Handle Release pedal (K) on the back of the power nozzle and pull the handle back.
Use • To set the power nozzle for hard surfaces, push the floor surface selector switch to “OFF” (L). This setting provides suction and no brushroll action. Brushroll • The Brushroll Foot Switch is located on top of the Power Nozzle (M). Both switches must be turned on to activate the agitator brushroll. • Floor Surface Selector Switch (L) - plus - • The Brushroll Foot Switch (M) Carpet Height Adjustment & Indicator • The power nozzle has a carpet height adjustment.
Use Cleaning Tools • The cleaning tools are conveniently stored in the vacuum underneath the tool lid (P). Push the tool lid release latch to open (Q). • The cleaning tools have many uses. Select the tool best suited for the cleaning task from the following descriptions. • Crevice tool (R) may be used in tight spaces, corners and along edges in such places as dresser drawers, upholstered furniture, stairs and baseboards.
Use Attaching Tools • Tools may be attached directly to the handle or to the wand. Firmly push tool onto the handle or wand. Twist tool slightly to tighten or loosen connection. Cleaning Stairs • Clean stairs by placing vacuum on end. Clean stairs from bottom to top.
Maintenance ! WARNING! • Performing maintenance on the vacuum while it is plugged into a wall outlet may result in unexpected vacuum operation, shock and personal injury. Always turn the vacuum OFF and unplug before performing inspection and maintenance. • If the power cord is damaged, it should only be replaced by the factory or maintenance center or similarly qualified person. Bag Full Indicator • The Bag Full Indicator light (C) will turn red when the bag fills with dirt.
Maintenance - continued Filter Bag • Check the filter bag when the bag full indicator light turns red. • When the filter bag is filled with dirt, the vacuum will not operate efficiently. • Discard the used filter bag and replace it with a new one. Replacing the Filter Bag To keep your vacuum operating at maximum efficiency, change the filter bag frequently or when the bag full indicator comes on. Open the Vacuum • Rotate hose to the side, lift bag lid latch and open the lid.
Maintenance - continued Install New Bag • Slide the bag collar firmly into bag dock. Complete the Installation • Push rear edge of bag into the bag cavity. Make sure it is all the way down in the bag cavity (C). • Close bag lid. NOTE: The canister bag lid will not close without a filter bag in place. MOTOR AND EXHAUST FILTERS Removing and Cleaning the Motor Filter • The motor filter is located behind the grill in the bag compartment. It protects the motor from dirt particles.
Maintenance - continued • Wash filter in warm water or replace it with a new one. The filter must be completely dry before it is put back into the vacuum. DO NOT operate without a motor filter in place. Replace the Hepa Media Filter • The Hepa Media Filter aids in the filtration process to return clean air to the room. • To remove this filter, open bag lid, unsnap the filter latch and pull the filter out. Replace with a new filter. NOTE: The filter should be replaced annually.
Maintenance - continued Step 1 ALWAYS DISCONNECT VACUUM FROM ELECTRICAL OUTLET BEFORE STARTING THIS PROCEDURE! Remove Nozzle Hood • Turn the nozzle upright and lift the hood off (B). Step 2 Remove Brushroll Cover • Remove brushroll cover (C) by removing the 2 phillips head screws. Step 3 • Lift brushroll cover off (C).
Maintenance - continued Check/Remove Belt • If belt is not broken but is stretched or cut, pull it off the motor pulley (D). Step 5 Remove/Replace Belt • Lift up the end of the brushroll. Remove the old belt from the brushroll pulley (E) and replace with a new belt. The lettering on the belt must be visible. (Lettering should be facing out.) • Stretch the belt and attach to the motor pulley. Step 6 Replace Brushroll • Hold the opposite end of brushroll in place.
Maintenance - continued Replace Brushroll Cover • Place brushroll cover back over the brushroll. • Replace the two cover screws. Step 8 Replace Nozzle Hood • The wand must be in the upright locked position. • Position the hood on top of nozzle base. Make sure wires and buttons are aligned. Do not force the hood on. • Turn the nozzle over. • Replace the seven screws for the hood. See Step 1. Step 9 When to Replace the Brushroll • When brushroll bristles are worn, the brushroll should be replaced.
Maintenance - continued How to Replace the Brushroll DISCONNECT VACUUM FROM ELECTRICAL OUTLET! 1. Remove hood, brushroll cover, belt and brushroll. See Steps 1-6. 2. Discard the old brushroll. 3. Install the new brushroll and belt. See Steps 7-9. How to Replacing the Headlight • The headlight is located inside of the power nozzle. The light is on whenever the vacuum is turned on. 1. Disconnect power nozzle from the extension wand. 2. Remove the hood. See Steps 1-2. 3.
Maintenance - continued • If there is no blockage in the hose. Remove the power nozzle from wand and attach wand to hose. Check for suction and remove any blockages. Nozzle Blockage • If the nozzle becomes clogged, use the following procedures to check for and clear the blockage. • If blockage is severe enough the nozzle will shut off. After the blockage is cleared you must push the Overload Protection Reset button (A) before the nozzle will operate again.
Troubleshooting Service problems that appear to be major can often be solved easily. You can be your own troubleshooter by reviewing this guide. All other servicing should be done by an Oreck authorized service center. SAVE SERVICE CALLS...CHECK THESE FIRST: • Is the filter bag full? • Are the pores of filter bag clogged with powder or dust? • Is the hose, wand, power nozzle or accessories clogged? Problem Check Vacuum does not • Power Cord turn ON. Solution • Plug in Power Cord.
Warranty ORECK MANUFACTURING COMPANY: (Oreck Manufacturing Company gives you the following limited warranty for this product only if it was originally purchased for residential use, not for resale, from Oreck or an Oreck Authorized Retail Dealer.) 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 three (3) years following the date of purchase for all residential models.
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