New from Riccar, the R25 Deluxe is an advanced cleaning machine, built for power, performance and ease of use. The R25D model has a 

self-adjusting nozzle that transitions beautifully from 

ultra-plush carpet to bare floors without scratching wood or blowing dust. Large rubber wheels, plus 360-degree casters and

 smaller rubber wheels mean the vacuum turns on a dime. Lower it to the floor for cleaning under furnishings easily, or stretch it a full 11 feet to clean crevices you never thought you'd reach with an upright vacuum.

Features include:

• Lifetime belt protection stops the brushroll from turning until 

• the jam is cleared, saving you from unexpected belt changes.

• Full bag sensor lights up to indicate that it's time to change the bag, which eliminates guesswork.

• 360 turning turns on a dime, every time, allowing ultimate maneuverability through your home.

• HEPA media filtration and electrostatic charcoal filters provide powerful particle and odor filtration.

• Top-loading HEPA media bag captures more dust and locks in particles like dust, dander and pet hair.

• Bright LED headlight illuminates dark corners while you vacuum.

• An aluminum wand and metal brush roll are durable and replaceable for years of reliable performance. 

• Silver Seal of Approval - Carpet and Rug Institute tested for soil removal, soil containment and carpet wear.

When Riccar’s engineers began their design of the ultra-lightweight models, they had one goal in mind. Carpet cleaning had to be exceptional, and the vacuum weight had to be about the same as a gallon of milk. The engineers chose a fan-first motor design, which is traditionally the best way to get a carpet clean, but with modification. They made the suction fan the same size as a full-size vacuum, resulting in tremendous suction. In other ultra-lightweight cleaner designs, the suction fan is only slightly 

larger than a 50-cent coin.

Low suction and airflow gave those competitive cleaners only lackluster carpet cleaning ability.

 Riccar’s engineers also designed the cleaner’s duct work on a much larger scale to preventclogging. Finally, the engineers designed a quick-release soleplate to make changing the belt simple and easy – no tools needed. This was a far cry from the competitive designs that required five or more screws to be removed. 

The brushroller was reimagined by Riccar’s engineers as well – to sweep all the dirt towards the intake and not

 away from it. Superior edge cleaning was the natural result.

Tom Gasko was the curator of the Vacuum Cleaner Museum in 

St. James, Missouri when it opened in 2009 until 2019. 

He has extensive knowledge of vacuum cleaners and has owned his own

 vacuum store. 

In his free time, he restores antique vacuums.

 His knowledge and experience give him a unique 

perspective on developing, testing and evaluating vacuum cleaners, 

and Riccar engineers worked with Tom regularly to work out vacuum 

problems through new designs and technology. 

Note the Vacuum Cleaner Museum closed in May 2019.