Bissell 21R9 User Manual

V. (Versus™)

Cordless Bare Floor Vacuum

USER’S GUIDE

21R9 SERIES

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Safety Instructions

Product View

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Assembly

Operation

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Maintenance and Care

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Troubleshooting

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Consumer Services

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Replacement Parts

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Warranty

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Thank you for buying a BISSELL V. (Versus) Cordless Bare Floor Vacuum

Everything we know about floorcare went into the design and construction

of this complete, high-tech home cleaning system.

We trust that it will bring you many years of satisfaction. It is backed with a

limited one year warranty. We also stand behind it with a knowledgeable,

dedicated Consumer Services department, so, should you ever have a

question, you’ll receive fast, considerate assistance.

My great-grandfather invented the floor sweeper in 1876. Today, BISSELL is

a global leader in the design, manufacture, and service of high quality

homecare products like your BISSELL V. (Versus) Cordless Bare Floor Vacuum.

Thanks again, from all of us at BISSELL.

Mark J. Bissell

Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical
should be observed, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR
CORDLESS BARE FLOOR VACUUM.

WARNING:

of fire, electric shock, or injury:

■ Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.

■ Do not immerse.

■ Do not handle with wet hands.

■ Do not use cordless bare floor vacuum if it has been

dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into
water - take it to a Service Center.

■ Do not use with damaged cord or plug on
the charger.

■ Do not damage the charging cord. Never carry
or pull by the cord, use cord as a handle, close
door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or
corners. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

■ Do not use an extension cord. AC adapter should
plug directly into electrical outlet.

■ Do not put any object into appliance openings, or
restrict air flow.

■ Do not use with any opening blocked.

■ Do not pick up hot, burning or smoking objects such as

cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.

■ Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials
(lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in the
presence of explosive liquids or vapor.

■ Do not use appliance in an enclosed space filled
with vapors given off by oil base paint, paint
thinner, some moth proofing substances,
flammable dust, or other explosive or toxic vapors.

■ Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach,
ammonia, drain cleaner, gasoline, etc.).

■ Do not use without dust bin and/or filters in place.

■ Do not charge the unit outdoors.

■ Do not incinerate this appliance, even if it is severely

damaged. The batteries can explode in a fire.

■ Do not use for any purpose other than described
in this User’s Guide.

■ Do not expose hair, loose clothing, fingers or body
parts to openings or moving parts.

■ Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is
necessary when used by or near children.

■ Use only the AC adapter supplied by BISSELL to
recharge your cordless bare floor vacuum.

■ Use charger unit only in standard electrical
outlet (120v - 60hz).

■ Use charger in dry location only.

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appliance, basic precautions

To reduce the risk

■ Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug,
grasp the plug, not the cord.

■ Keep openings free of dust, lint, hair and
anything that may reduce airflow.

■ Turn off all controls when finished cleaning.

■ Do not use for any purpose other than described in

this User’s Guide.

■ Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.

■ Disconnect cordless bare floor vacuum from AC

adapter before maintenance or cleaning.

■ Be extra careful when cleaning stairs.

This product contains rechargeable nickel cadmium

batteries. Do not incinerate batteries or they will
explode when exposed to high temperatures.

Battery cell leaks can occur under extreme
conditions. If battery cell liquid comes in
contact with the skin:

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Wash immediately with soap and water.
Then . . .

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Neutralize with a mild acid such as
vinegar or lemon juice.

If battery cell liquid gets into the eyes:

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Flush immediately with clean water for a
minimum of 10 minutes.

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Seek medical attention.

SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.

THIS MODEL IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

Commercial use of this unit voids the
manufacturer’s warranty.

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Product view

Handle Grip

Power Button

Base

Charging
Indicator Light

Charging Port

AC Adapter

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Dirt Cup Assembly

Dirt Cup
Release Button