Bissell 3512-5 User Manual

We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL Upright Vacuum
Cleaner. Everything we know about floor care went into the
design and construction of this powerful, high-tech home
vacuuming system.

Your BISSELL Upright Vacuum Cleaner is well made,
and we back it with a comprehensive one-year warranty.
We also stand behind it with a knowledgeable, dedicated
Customer Service department, so, should you ever have a
problem, 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 Upright Vacuum Cleaner.

Thanks again, from all of us at BISSELL.

Mark J. Bissell
President and Chief Executive Officer

Model 3512-5 Series

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Assembly

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Operation

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Maintenance

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Troubleshooting

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Powerful 10 amp motor

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Specialized on board tools to
meet all vacuuming needs

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Multi-surface height settings

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Wide beam headlight

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Dual edge cleaning action

User’s Guide

Thanks for buying a BISSELL Upright Vacuum Cleaner.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts
of body away from openings and moving parts.

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Turn off all controls before plugging or
unplugging vacuum cleaner.

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Use extra care when cleaning stairs.

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

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

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

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Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as
glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.

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Do not pick up anything that is burning or
smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.

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

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Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.

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Keep appliance on a level surface.

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Do not carry the vacuum cleaner while it
is running.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE USE.

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

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USING YOUR UPRIGHT VACUUM.

Always connect to a polarized outlet (left slot is
wider than right). Unplug from outlet when not
in use and before conducting maintenance.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of

fire, electric shock, or injury:

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Do not modify the polarized plug to fit a
non-polarized outlet or extension cord.

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Do not leave vacuum cleaner unattended when

it is plugged in.

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Unplug from outlet when not in use and

before servicing.

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Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.

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Do not allow children to operate vacuum

cleaner or use as a toy.

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Pay close attention when working around

children.

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Do not use for any purpose other than described

in this User’s Guide.

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Use only manufacturer’s recommended

attachments.

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Do not use with damaged cord or plug.

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If appliance is not working as it should, has

been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or

dropped into water, return it to a service centre.

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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.

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Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug,

grasp the plug, not the cord.

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Do not handle vacuum cleaner or plug with

wet hands.

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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.

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.

This model is for household use only.

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Carrying
Handle

Crevice
Tool

Upholstery Tool/
Dusting Brush

Power
Switch

Bolt/Nut
Assembly

Bag/Body
Assembly

Metal Handle

Powercord
Wrap

Hose Hanger

Connector
Tube

Powerfoot

Hose
Port

Back View

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CAUTION: Do not

plug in your vacuum cleaner
until you are familiar with
allinstructions and operating
procedures.

Tools

Extension
Wand