MANUAL ORECK XL21 - Oreck XL Ultra Bagged Upright Vacuum

There's a Pannell on the side onevno2 philips head screw remove that and there is the belt

That nut is a left handed thread, so you need to turn it like you would normally tighten it to actually loosen it. You will also need to hold the shaft at the other end with some pliers. I would suggest using a piece of cloth or leather over the shaft so that you do not scar the shaft when you grab it with the pliers. Hope this helps!

If you take it to an Oreck dealer for repair you will probably get both because the fan housing usually comes with a new fan. Usually a fan housing will only break if something was picked up that the blades flipped it into the housing with enough force to crack it. You may find that depending on the dealer it may not be covered under warranty. I work at a dealer on weekends and work on these machines and have seen this frequently, I would recommend replacing both if you are able to get them separately.

Your detent needs to be replaced. You can go to Oreck.com and search their store locator to see if there is a repair store near you.

A quick three second google search turned up

http://www.vacpartswarehouse.com/Oreck-XL9100HG-s/2927.htm Vac Parts Warehouse

here is the manual with full instructions
http://demandware.edgesuite.net/aajc_prd/on/demandware.static/Sites-oreck-Site/Sites-oreck-Library/default/v1356156129675/images/userguides/Vacuum-XL2100HH-userguide.pdf

YOU HAVE A SHORT IN THE LONG CORD, TAKE IT TO ORECK SERVICE CENTER, IT HAS A 21 YEAR WARRANTY SO IT WON'T COST YOU A DIME

The XL21 has a 2 speed switch use the lower speed on bare floors.The XL21 does not have an adjustment mechanism.

I believe all Oreck vacuums have a lifetime warranty. You should pursue that.

I called the Oreck Company in the late night. They are in service 24/7. The employee instructed me on where the cotter pins are attached. Glad to help someone.