Oreck LW100 Service Manual | 1
Tune-up Checklist
Check the drive belt
Examine the condion of the Flat Corded Belt located in the base unit. Check for wear, fraying,
and for pits and cracks. To remove the belt, follow step 1 and steps 7-8 of the Base Unit secon.
Check the Brushroll Assembly
Spin the roller brush to determine that the turning moon is uid and smooth without noise or
binding. To remove the roller brush, follow step 1 and steps 7-10 of the Base Unit secon.
Check all electrical connecons
Use a voltmeter to check voltages in all circuits.
Clean the Brushroll Assembly
Clean the Brushroll Assembly of all lint, dirt, and hair, or anything that could restrict the turning
moon of the brush. To remove the Brushroll Assembly, follow step 1 and steps 7-10 of the Base
Unit secon.
Clean housing and Baseplate
Use a small brush and compressed air to clean the housing and the Baseplate. Thoroughly wipe
down the outside housing and the Baseplate. DO NOT use soap and water because the Baseplate
has all parts aached. Soap and water will damage the parts.
Clean Outer Bag and Bag Dock
Use a damp cloth to wipe down the Outer Bag. Open the Outer Bag and vacuum out any dust or
debris. Remove the inner, disposable bag and thoroughly wipe down the Bag Dock.
Replace any worn or damaged seals
Check the following seals within the unit for cracking, spling, or signicant wear and replace if
necessary:
• O-Ring (9) at base of Collar Dirt Tube (Follow disassembly instrucons steps 2-4 of the Han-
dle/Upper Assembly secon to check the dirt tube O-Ring.)
• Brush Chamber-to-Inlet Seal. (Follow disassembly instrucons steps 1-2 and 5-6 of the Base
Unit secon to remove the Inlet Duct.)
Replace the inner bag
1. Pull tab on bag to release Bag Dock from connector. Bag Dock door hinges downward.
2. Gently pull bag cardboard collar outward from Bag Dock.
3. Slide the cardboard collar of the new bag onto the Bag Dock door.
4. Firmly push Bag Dock door with both thumbs on the indicaon point unl it snaps.