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Compact Canister Vacuum - Low/ No Suction

This article contains all the steps necessary to fix suction issues with your canister or if dust is scaping your unit.

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WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE the dirt retaining flap attached on the back of the front plate. It must be left in place for the unit to operate properly and to ensure cleaning effectiveness.
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Follow these steps if you're experiencing low/ no suction

  1. Let's start by making sure your hose and attachments are clear from clogs and properly connected. To install hose, align “J” slot in hose coupling with tab inside the suction port. Insert hose in port. Twist collar clockwise to lock hose coupling in port.install-1
  2. Now, check your dirt bag and if needed replace it Stand unit on its back. Twist knob counterclockwise to release and lift out front plate. Once the front plate is released remove used bag and insert fresh bag. The cardboard rim fits smoothly into the recessed top. Align tabs on front plate with slots in housing and replace the front plate.
  3. It's important to check the white bag gasket glued in the housing of the unit, it must be in placed or the unit won't function properly. Replace it if needed.
    bag replace
  4. Next, you should check your micro filter if needed (roughly every month, according to use). Remove old micro filter from bottom inside unit.
    microfilter
  5. Lastly, check your exhaust filter. Remove HEPA Filter cover at back of machine by pressing down in top slot and folding back the cover. Lift cover to remove.
  6. Insert an Oreck Fresh Air® Scent Cartridge on tab located in center of the filter cover. Place the HEPA Filter in the filter cover.
  7. Replace the HEPA Filter assembly on the canister by placing the bottom lip of the cover in the inside slot of the canister and closing the cover until the top latch is locked.
    exhaust filter

NOTE: It is recommended to replace the scent cartridge when the inner filter bag is replaced.  Replace the HEPA filter every 6 months. Replace more often if vacuum is used to pick up fine particles or in extremely dirty areas.

NOTE: A replacement filter is supplied in each package of 12 ORECK XL filter bags, or you may order filters separately