Top 20 Riccar 8850 Vacuum Questions & Answers

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adjust the setting on the vacuum head to pile or plush carpet it is a simple lever that raises the hood to allow more air under it to make it easier to push

The most durable long lasting belt is available from your Riccar dealer. A Panasonic belt will fit but will need to be replaced more often. All belts should be changed at least once or twice per year.

Inside the bad compartment you can see the swivel portion sticking through. You will need to take a screwdriver and push in on the tabs on the swivel to release it so it can be removed from the body of the vacuum. The new hose ans swivel will just push into the hole and the tabs will hold it in.

Your 8850 is an old vacuum. If a new belt does not solve the problem it may need a new rubber motor mount or metal pivot. Both parts are inexpensive and available from your Riccar dealer. If it's been a while since it's been serviced it would be wise to have it serviced by your dealer. A Riccar vacuum will last for many years but should be serviced once a year like all vacuums.

The carpet / floor selector moves a rod which adjusts the clutch, Your model is over 10 years old, it may need a new belt, clutch rubber pad or just need adjusted. If you don't know how to perform these services take your vacuum to your local Riccar dealer for service. It's the least expensive way to keep it working properly for many years.

Remove the assembly that holds the foot pedal by removing the three screws after you've removed the bottom plate and brush roll. This allows you to get the nozzle housing out of the way so you can rotate the assembly holding the foot pedal from the metal pivot. Remove the e clips from the shaft and pull the shaft out of the foot pedal (be sure to look closely at the spring and how the shaft are positioned so you can be sure to install them exactly the same way you took them off. It is not a hard job but can be confusing the first time. It's not an expensive fix to have done by your Riccar dealer.

If it spins freely the belt is probably broken or it needs adjusted or has a worn part. This is an inexpensive thing for your Riccar dealer to do when you have your vacuum serviced.

sounds like you need a new belt as the one you have is either been stretched or was the wrong one supplied you can find replacements at most electrical stores ebay or amazon hope this helps

Reset button is on the back towards the bottom.

If it has no suction it most likely is clogged

The button will not push in unless it has been tripped. Your model is well over 10 years old, it could be the power cord, the switch or a loose wire somewhere.

On the back towards the bottom

The belt has probably lost elasticity or the clutch needs adjusted or a new rubber pad.

Riccar style A or B bags will fit. So will Panasonic U, U3 or U6.

The knob is to reduce the amount of suction. It normally should be closed.

On the back down by the bottom left side. it's a little white button by the tag that says "reset button"

There are a few parts in the agitator but not many need to reinstall it. Your vacuum is over 10 years old. To insure many more years of service have it checked by your local Riccar dealer.

Your vacuum may have a clog in the hose or in the tube where the hose inserts into. Make sure to replace the belt it it's been over a year.

Remove the bottom plate to be able to pull the light bulb out and replace it.