Bissell 2281K Quick Start Manual
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QUICK START/USER GUIDE
2281K Series
PET HAIR ERASER
®
TURBO PRO
LIGHTWEIGHT & POWERFUL
PET HAIR PICK UP
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK,
OR INJURY:
» Do not leave vacuum cleaner when it is plugged in. Unplug
from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
» Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
» Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary
when used by or near children.
» Do not use for any purpose other than described in this User’s
Guide. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
» Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not
working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left
outdoors, or dropped into water, have it repaired at an
authorized service center.
» Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door
on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run
appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
» Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug,
not the cord.
» Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
» Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any
opening blocked; keep openings free of dust, lint, hair, and
anything that may reduce air flow.
» Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away
from openings and moving parts.
» Turn off all controls before plugging or unplugging
vacuum cleaner.
» Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
» Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible materials
(lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in areas where they
may be present.
» Do not use vacuum cleaner in an enclosed space filled with
vapors given off by oil base paint, paint thinner, some mothproofing substances, flammable dust, or other explosive or
toxic vapors.
» Do not use to pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach, ammonia,
drain cleaner, etc.).
» Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as
cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
» Do not use without filters in place.
» Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws,
coins, etc.
» Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
» Keep appliance on a level surface.
» Do not carry the vacuum cleaner while it is running.
» Unplug before connecting or disconnecting the TurboBrush®
Tool.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR UPRIGHT VACUUM.
Always connect to a polarized outlet (one slot is wider than the other). Unplug from outlet when not in
use and before conducting maintenance. When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be
observed, including the following:
This model is for household use only.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
» Plastic film can be dangerous. To avoid danger of suocation, keep away from children.
» Do not plug in your vacuum cleaner UNTIL you are familiar with all instructions and operating
procedures.
» To reduce the risk of electrical shock, turn power switch OFF and disconnect polarized plug from
electrical outlet BEFORE performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.
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Quick Start Guide
READ COMPLETE USER GUIDE FOR FULL INSTRUCTIONS ON USE, MAINTENANCE, AND IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICES.
Assembly
Attach Stretch Hose by
lining the tabs on the cuff
with the notches on the
back of the vacuum. Twist
clockwise to lock hose
into place.
Remove Dirt Tank. Press
the Dirt Tank Release
Button and pull away from
vacuum.
Place the Dirt Tank
on the vacuum
by securing the
bottom in place
first, then pushing
back until you hear
a “click”.
Attach end of hose
to vacuum by sliding
square cuff into the
bracket below the
power switch.
Slide end of wand into top
of base. It will “click” when
inserted correctly.
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Press the Dirt Tank
Release Button and pull
away from vacuum.
Remove the Pre-Motor
Filter and replace with
the Febreze® Filter.
Twist tank cover to the
unlock position then pull
up on handle.
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Install Optional Febreze® Filter
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NOTE: Standard accessories may vary by model. To identify what should be included
with your purchase, please refer to the “Carton Contents” list located on the carton
top flap.
Upper Handle, Hose,
and Extension Wand
If desired, hose can be removed
from wand for tool usage.
2-in-1
Pet Brush
Pet TurboEraser®
Tool
Pet Hair
Eraser® Tool
LED Lighted
Crevice Tool
What’s in the Box?
Vacuum
Base
Thanks for buying a BISSELL vacuum!
We love to clean and we’re excited to share one of our new innovative
products with you. We want to make sure your vacuum works as well in five
years as it does today, so this guide has tips on using (pages 6-9), maintaining
(pages 10-13), and if there is a problem, troubleshooting (page 14).
Quick Start / Assembly ......2
Safety Instructions...........3
Product View ................5
Operations ................6-9
Maintenance & Care ..... 10-13
Troubleshooting ............14
Warranty ...................15
Service .....................15
Product Registration........16
Parts & Supplies ............16
Febreze® Filter
Optional use.
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Product View
THIS APPLIANCE HAS
A POLARIZED PLUG
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade
is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the
plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician to install a proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
Hot
Neutral
Handle
Stretch
Hose
Carry Handle
Dirt Tank
Pre-Motor
Filter Cover
Dirt Tank
Release Button
Post-Motor
Filter Cover
(under Dirt Tank)
LED Lights
Brush Roll
On/O Switch
Power Switch
Quick Release™
Cord Wrap
2-in-1
Pet Brush
Quick
Release
Extension
Wand
LED Lighted
Crevice Tool
Cord Clip
Suction
Control
*NOTE: Pet TurboEraser® Tool and Pet Hair Eraser® Tool do not store on unit.
Pet
TurboEraser®
Tool*
Pet Hair
Eraser
Tool
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