BRLP, BRLD & BRLS
O w n e r ’ s M a n u a l
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Contents
MPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...............................................................
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Polarization instructions ...................................................................................
Description of the vacuum ................................................................................
Before using your Brilliance the first time ..........................................................
Operation
Unwinding the power cord ...............................................................................
Vacuuming carpet ............................................................................................
Vacuuming hard surfaces .................................................................................
Carpet height adjustment .................................................................................
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Vacuuming under furniture ................................................................................ 10
Carrying the vacuum ........................................................................................ 11
Attachment Cleaning
Wand cleaning ................................................................................................. 12
Cleaning tools .................................................................................................. 13
Adjusting the suction power ............................................................................. 15
Optional premium attachment kit ..................................................................... 16
Hose disconnect .............................................................................................. 16
Maintenance and Care
When to change the vacuum bag .................................................................... 18
Replacing the vacuum bag ............................................................................... 19
When to change the filters ................................................................................ 20
Replacing the filters .......................................................................................... 20
Lifetime belt warranty ....................................................................................... 22
Annual checkup reminder ................................................................................. 22
Problem Solving Guide
Full bag or clog indicator light .......................................................................... 23
Jammed brushroll ............................................................................................ 23
Thermal motor protection ................................................................................. 24
Trouble shooting ............................................................................................... 25
How to contact your Authorized Retailer .......................................................... 25
Visit Riccar on-line ............................................................................................ 25
Warranty ................................................................................................................. 26
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Polarization Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including
the following:
POWER CORD, 2-WIRE POLARIZED CORD
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USING THIS APPLIANCE
Household models BRLS, BRLD and BRLP
The manufacturer cannot accept responsibility for damage
caused when the appliance is not used according to the
instructions, or for uses other than those for which it
was intended.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this product is equipped with a polarized alternating
current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the
power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully
into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact a qualified
electrician to replace the obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized plug.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury:
• Do not leave appliance when plugged in.
Unplug from outlet when not in use and
before servicing.
• Do not handle plug or appliance with
wet hands.
• Do not put any object into openings. Do
not use with any opening blocked; keep
free of dust, lint, hair and anything that
may reduce air flow.
• WARNING: ELECTRIC SHOCK COULD
OCCUR IF USED OUTDOORS OR ON
WET SURFACES.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close
attention is necessary when used by or
near children.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all
parts of body away from openings and
moving parts.
• Use only as described in this manual.
Use only manufacturer’s recommended
attachments.
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or
smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or
hot ashes.
• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If
appliance is not working as it should, has
been dropped, damaged, left outdoors,
or dropped into water, return it to your
Authorized Retailer for service.
• Do not use without vacuum bag and/or
filters in place.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as
a handle, close a door on the cord, or pull
cord around sharp edges or corners. Do
not run appliance over cord. Keep cord
away from heated surfaces.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or
combustible liquids such as gasoline or
use in areas where they may be present.
• Do not attempt to service the unit while
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To
appliance is plugged in.
unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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Description of the vacuum
Description of the vacuum
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Ergonomic handle
Main on / off power switch
Carpet / bare floor switch
Power cord
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Fast Task™ tools (for models BRLP & BRLD)
Carrying handle (located behind bag compartment lid)
Bag compartment latch (to replace vacuum bag)
Vacuum nozzle
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Xenon headlight
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Furniture guard
Brushroll jam indicator
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Full bag / clog indicator
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Quick release cord hook
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Telescopic wand (for models BRLP & BRLD)
5-to-1 stretch hose (for models BRLP & BRLD)
Tool activation dial (for models BRLP & BRLD)
Combination dusting / upholstery brush (for models BRLP & BRLD))
Crevice tool (for models BRLP & BRLD)
Handle release pedal
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Carpet height adjustment dial
Thermal reset button
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Hose disconnect (for models BRLP & BRLD)
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Before using your Brilliance for the first time
Operation
Attaching the handle to the vacuum
Unwinding the power cord
• Remove the handle screw located on
the back of the vacuum. Insert the handle
downward into the body of the vacuum.
Insert screw and tighten.
• The upper cord hook rotates to allow for
quick access to the power cord.
• Open bag compartment lid to ensure
vacuum bag is in place.
• Your vacuum is now ready for use.
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Operation
Operation
Vacuuming carpet
Brushroll auto shut-off feature
Carpet height adjustment
• For carpet cleaning, press the “on / off”
switch on and press the “carpet” switch
on. Both lights should be lit.
Note: When the Brilliance is turned on and
in the upright position, the brushroll will not
spin as to eliminate the possibility of damage
to floor surfaces. The brushroll will spin when
the handle is lowered, provided the “carpet”
switch is on.
There are various carpet height settings
available designed for numerous flooring
surfaces.
• Locate the height adjustment dial just
above the right rear wheel, and rotate
the dial to the desired height.
Vacuuming hard surfaces
• For bare floor cleaning (i.e. tile, wood, or
linoleum), turn the main “on / off” button
on and the “carpet” switch to floor. Only
the “on / off” button light should be on.
Model BRLP
X Hi
Plush carpets
Medium pile carpet
General setting
Hard floors
High
Auto
Floor
X Low Low pile carpet
Model BRLD and BRLS
Press
High
Auto
Floor
Low
Medium pile carpet
General setting
Hard floors
Press
Press
Low pile carpet
• If it becomes difficult to push the vacuum
across the carpet, adjust the dial to a higher
carpet setting.
Press
Carpet Cleaning
Bare Floor Cleaning
(Wood, Tile, etc.)
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Operation
Operation
Vacuuming under furniture
Carrying the vacuum
Your Riccar Brilliance will lay flat on the floor
for effective cleaning under beds
and tables.
To safely transport your vacuum, especially
when carrying the vacuum up and down
stairs, use the ergonomic carry handle.
• Press the foot pedal release once for
normal vacuum cleaning.
• Press the foot pedal release a second
time to enable the vacuum to lay flat
on the floor.
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Attachment Cleaning
Attachment Cleaning
Wand cleaning
Cleaning tools
(on models BRLP & BRLD)
(on models BRLP & BRLD)
With the on-board cleaning tools and vacuum
wand, your Riccar Brilliance becomes a
comprehensive cleaning system. Included
with the BRLP and BRLD models is an
upholstery tool, dusting brush, crevice tool,
extension wand and a 5-to-1 stretch hose.
Your vacuum is equipped with a dusting
brush, upholstery brush and crevice tool.
Other tools are available at your Authorized
Riccar Retailer.
• Remove the cleaning wand from the
vacuum and turn the tool activation dial to
the “on” position. (See page 12)
• Insert any of the tools onto the end
of the wand.
• To use the cleaning tools, lift the wand
straight up from the vacuum. Turn the
tool activation dial to the “on” position.
The cleaning wand is now activated for
quick cleaning.
Dusting brush:
Ideal for table tops, shelves, blinds or
hard surface floors.
• Extend the wand by grasping the wand
Upholstery tool:
release and pushing outward.
Ideal for soft surfaces like chairs and
couches. Remove the dusting brush clip
for upholstery cleaning.
• Attach any of the on-board tools to the
end of the cleaning wand.
Crevice tool:
Ideal for tight places like between seat
cushions or corners.
• When finished with tool / wand cleaning,
turn the tool activation dial to the “off”
position. Insert the wand back into the
vacuum and secure the wand by pushing
the curved handle into the holder.
Dusting Tool
Dusting
Brush Clip
Crevice Tool
Upholstery Brush
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Attachment Cleaning
Attachment Cleaning
Cleaning tools continued…
Adjusting the suction power for
tool cleaning
Cleaning tools can also be attached to the
curved handle for above-floor cleaning.
Full suction power might be too strong for
some cleaning situations. For example,
reduced suction power would be
• Disconnect the wand from the curved
handle by pressing the release button.
appropriate for cleaning sheer curtains.
• Attach any of the cleaning tools directly to
• On the curved handle, locate the suction
relief valve and slide it backward. This
reduces the suction power coming
through the tool. Slide the valve
forward when finished to restore
full suction power.
the curved handle.
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Attachment Cleaning
Optional premium attachment kit
A premium attachment kit is available
through your Authorized Retailer. With
numerous high quality accessories for
your Brilliance, the kit is a safe and
effective way to clean your stairs and
a variety of other surfaces.
• Remember to activate tool use, you
must turn the tool activation dial to the
“on” position.
Disconnecting the hose for attachment
cleaning.
To attach the longer hose from the premium
attachment kit, disconnect the hose from
the back of the vacuum by pressing the two
buttons on the sides of the hose cuff. Then
plug the longer hose into this port.
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Maintenance and Care
Maintenance and Care
When to change the vacuum bag
Replacing the vacuum bag
The full bag indicator light is designed to
show when the bag is full or when there is
a clog in the vacuum.
• Open the bag compartment lid.
• Remove vacuum bag by pressing the
Brushroll
Full Bag
bag tab.
The system measures airflow and alerts the
user when airflow is significantly reduced—
most commonly from full bags and clogs.
• To insert a new bag, place the base of
the bag collar on the bag supports. Then
secure the top of the bag collar with the
bag tab.
The light could also come on when
vacuuming fine powders such as flour or
drywall dust. These materials can quickly
block the bag pores, significantly reducing
airflow before the bag appears to be full.
The vacuum bag should still be changed.
Yellow Warning Light
• Tuck the bag corners into the vacuum
before replacing the bag compartment lid.
• Replace lid and press onto vacuum until
it snaps into place.
Note: The vacuum bags are disposable
and intended to only be used once.
Do not attempt to reuse as suction
and filtration performance would be
greatly reduced.
Bag Tab
Bag Collar
Bag
Bag
Supports
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Maintenance and Care
Maintenance and Care
When to change filters
Replacing the secondary filter
At minimum, it’s recommended to replace
the filters after using twelve vacuum bags.
• Open the bag compartment lid and locate
the secondary filter on the left side of the
bag compartment.
If someone in your household is highly
sensitive to airborne allergens, it is
recommended to change the filter set
after every six vacuum bags.
• Pull the front tab away from the vacuum
to remove the filter holder.
• Remove and throw away the used filter.
Replacing the post filter
• Insert the new filter. Then reposition the
filter holder back end first and snap into
place behind the tab.
Note: Your vacuum is equipped with either
an S-Class HEPA filter or an electrostatic
filter. To change either type of filter, follow
the instructions below.
• Close the bag compartment lid.
• Open the bag compartment lid and locate
the post filter below the bag.
• Using the tab on the left, remove the used
filter and throw away. NOTE: Filters
cannot be washed and reused.
• When inserting the new post filter, first
position the tabs in the right side of the
casing. Then, snap it into place.
• Close the bag compartment lid.
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Maintenance and Care
Problem Solving Guide
Replacing the direct air motor filter
Full bag or clog indicator light
• Press the handle release pedal with your foot,
and tilt the handle back until it stops. Press the
pedal again to lower the handle to the floor.
The full bag indicator light is designed to
show when the bag is full or when there is a
clog in the vacuum.
• Pull the black filter cover latch to access
the filter.
The system measures airflow and alerts the
user when airflow is significantly reduced—
most commonly from full bags and clogs.
• Remove and discard the used filter.
The light could also come on when
• Insert new direct air motor filter and snap the
filter cover back into place.
vacuuming fine powders such as flour or
drywall dust. These materials can quickly
block the bag pores, significantly reducing
airflow before the bag appears to be full.
The vacuum bag should still be changed.
Yellow Warning Light
• Return vacuum handle to its upright position.
Lifetime belt protection warranty
Jammed brushroll
Your vacuum belt is covered with a lifetime
warranty. Should the vacuum belt break, simply
bring your vacuum or the broken belt to your
Authorized Riccar Retailer for a free replacement.
If an object, such as a throw rug or
article of clothing is ever picked up into
your vacuum, the vacuum will sense this
“jammed brushroll” condition and turn off
the brushroll. When this happens, the
“brushroll warning” light on the top of the
nozzle will light up in red.
Brushroll
Full Bag
Annual checkup reminder
To keep your vacuum in peak operating condition,
it is recommended you bring your vacuum to your
Authorized Riccar Retailer for an annual checkup.
Your Retailer will conduct a comprehensive
examination to ensure your vacuum is in top
operating condition.
• Turn off the vacuum and remove the
cause of the jam. Turn vacuum back on. If
the brushroll is free of any object and the
“brushroll warning” light is still lit, it’s likely
the clogged condition is located in the
vacuum motor fan. If so, please take your
Brilliance to a Authorized Riccar Retailer
for service.
Red Warning Light
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Problem Solving Guide
Problem Solving Guide
Thermal motor protection
Trouble Shooting
Your Brilliance is equipped with a
safeguard to recognize when the vacuum
heats up and shuts down to protect your
vacuum cleaner. Note that when this
happens, the headlight is still on but the
motors shut off. Common reasons why a
vacuum may overheat include operating a
vacuum with a full bag or when there is a
clog in the vacuum.
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE REASON
POSSIBLE SOLUTION
Vacuum won’t turn on
• Power cord not firmly
plugged in
• Blown fuse or tripped
breaker
• Plug unit in firmly
• Check house fuse or
breaker. Replace fuse /
reset breaker.
• Take to Authorized Retailer
(1-888-6-RICCAR)
Thermal Reset
• Needs service
1. Unplug machine 3. Correct problem
2. Locate problem 4. Press reset button
source (clogged
hose or full bag)
Ifproblempersists,
consultowner’smanual
orcontactretailer.
Vacuum won’t pick up or
low suction
• “Carpet” switch not on
• Vacuum bag full
• Clogged filter
• Turn “carpet” switch on
• Install new bag
• Install new filter
• Unplug the vacuum.
• Hose clogged
• Worn brushroll
• Broken belt
• Remove obstacle
• Replace brush strips
• Take to Authorized Retailer
for belt replacement
• Turn tool activation dial to
“off” position
• Inspect your vacuum for a full bag
condition or a hose clog and correct
the problem. Locate the Thermal Motor
Reset button on the back of the vacuum.
Press button and resume vacuuming.
• Tool activation dial
turned on
Thermal Reset
1. Unplug machine 3. Correct problem
2. Locate problem 4. Press reset button
source (clogged Ifproblem persists,
consultowner’smanual
orcontactretailer.
hose or full bag)
Dust escaping from vacuum • Dust cover not seated
• Reinsert the dust cover
and secure latch
properly
• Filter not installed
correctly
• Review filter installation
(page 20)
If problem continues, contact your
• Vacuum bag not installed
correctly
• Review bag installation
(page 19)
Authorized Riccar Retailer.
Any other service should be done by an
Authorized Service Representative.
Service 1-888-6-RICCAR
To locate your nearest retailer, visit our website at
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Warranty
Owner’s Warranty Information
keep this for your records…
What is Covered:
This warranty covers any defects in material and workmanship in your new Riccar
Brilliance vacuum.
Date of purchase
Serial number
Model number
How Long Coverage Lasts:
Warranty coverage for your Riccar vacuum lasts five years for household use.
What is Not Covered:
• Damage to the vacuum which occurs from neglect, abuse, alterations, accident,
misuse or improper maintenance.
• Normal replacement items: disposable bags, disposable filters, light bulbs and
agitator brushes.
• Damage associated with or resulting from the use of non-genuine parts including normal
replacement items.
What Riccar Vacuums Will Do:
This warranty provides, at no cost to you, all labor and parts to keep this vacuum in
correct operating condition during the warranted period.
Purchased from:
Store name
Address
How to Get Service:
Warranty service can only be obtained by presenting the vacuum to 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
THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES
WHETHER WRITTEN, ORAL, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, (INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY
OF MERCHANTIBILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE). THIS WARRANTY
DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
City, State, Zip
Telephone
How State Law Applies:
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.
Register your warranty on-line at www.riccar.com
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Notes
Notes
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