Bissell 3522 User Manual

PowerForce

USER’S GUIDE

3522 SERIES

Safety Instructions

Product Diagram

Assembly Instructions

6-7

Operation / Special Tools

Warranty

7-10

10-11

Replacement Parts

Consumer Services

Routine Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Thanks For Buying A BISSELL PowerForce

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

Your BISSELL PowerForce is well made, and we back it with a limited comprehensive one-year warranty. We also stand behind it with a knowledgeable, dedicated Consumer Services 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 PowerForce.

Thanks again, from all of us at BISSELL.

Mark J. Bissell President and Chief Executive Officer

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical 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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Close attention is necessary when used by or near 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, have it repaired at an authorized service center.

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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.

appliance, basic

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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 vapors.

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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 vapors given off by oil base paint, paint thinner, some moth proofing substances, flammable dust, or other explosive or toxic vapors.

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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 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.

WARNING: The Power Cord on this product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE.

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.

Crevice Tool

Extension Wand

Hose Clip

Hose

Carrying Handle

Quick Release Cord Wrap

Quick Reach

Handle

Cord Clip

™

Twist ‘n

™

Snap Hose (Select Models)

Tool Storage Clips

Combination Upholstery/Dusting Brush Tool

Hose Wand

Suction Intake Opening

Floor Surface Selector

Powerfoot

CAUTION:

Do not plug in your vacuum cleaner until you are familiar with all instructions and operating procedures.

Power Switch

Bag Door

Power Cord

Bag Change Indicator (Select Models)

Post-Motor Filter

Headlight (Select Models)

Handle Release Pedal

Furniture Protection Guard

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