Oreck 1600 - Manual (Page 15)

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Trouble
shoot
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.
Problem Check Solution
Vacuum will
not run • Not plugged in
properly
• No electricity in
wall outlet.
• Motor protector
tripped.
• Needs service.
• Be sure cleaner is
firmly plugged into
wall outlet.
• Reset circuit
breaker/ground
fault interrupter, or
replace fuse. If you
need assistance
contact a licensed
electrician.
• See
Motor Protec-
tion System
page 11.
• Visit or call your
nearest service
center.
Vacuum will not
pick up or has
low suction. • Inner bag is full.
• Hose/wand tool is
clogged.
• Air leak due to
missing or
damaged gasket.
• Replace the Inner
bag. See
Replacing
the Disposable In-
ner Bag, page 12.
• Remove
obstructions.
• Replace the white
bag gasket.
Extension wand
and tools will
not stay together. Proper friction fit
not being obtained. Push and twist the
tools together to
properly attach.