Bissell 3910T Owner's Manual
Power Trak® Cyclonic/Momentum®
BAGLESS VACUUM
USER’S GUIDE
6390/3910 SERIES
Safety Instructions
3
Product View
4
Assembly
5-6
Operation
6-9
Maintenance and Care
10-16
Troubleshooting
17-18
Consumer Services
18
Replacement Parts
19
Warranty
20
Thanks for buying a BISSELL vacuum
We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL vacuum. Everything we know about
floor care went into the design and construction of this complete,
high-tech home cleaning system.
Your BISSELL vacuum is well made, and we back it with a limited 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 vacuum .
Thanks again, from all of us at BISSELL.
Mark J. Bissell
President and Chief Executive Officer
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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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Unplug before attaching the TurboBrush.
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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.
■
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.).
■
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.
■
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.
■
Keep appliance on a level surface.
■
Do not carry the vacuum cleaner while it
is running.
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.
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Product view
Handle
TurboBrush
Power Switch
Upper Tank
Easy Empty
Dirt Container
Washable
Pre-Motor Filter
Headlight
Foot
Window
®
™
Hose and Cord Clip
Dusting Brush/
Upholstery Tool
Power Cord
Carrying Handle
Clean Filter Indicator
(Select Models Only)
Debris Barrier
Post-Motor Filter
Lock ‘n Seal® Lever
Handle Release
Pedal
Height Adjustment
Knob
Stretch Hose
Crevice Tool
Extension Wand
Quick Release™
Cord Wraps
Twist ‘n
Snap™
Hose
Curved
Hose
Wand
Lower
Hose Clip
Hose
Wand
Base
Scuff Resistant Bumper
Wide Cleaning Foot
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Assembly
The only tool you’ll need to assemble your
vacuum cleaner is a Phillips screwdriver.
Attach handle to vacuum
1. Locate the handle and cord wrap. Remove
the screw packet taped to the handle.
2. Stand the vacuum upright and from the
rear of the unit, slide the base of the handle
firmly into the grooves at the top of the
vacuum body.
3. IMPORTANT – before inserting the screws
into the handle, slide the cord wrap into the
handle.
4. Ensure that the handle and cord wrap are
firmly fit to the vacuum body. If there are
any gaps, continue to push firmly until the
handle and cord wrap are flush.
5. Insert 2 of the screws provided (3 total)
into the existing holes, attaching the cord
wrap and handle to the body of the vacuum.
Tighten securely with a screwdriver.
CAUTION:
Do not plug in your
vacuum cleaner until
you are familiar with
all instructions and
operating procedures.
2.
3.
6. Attach the hose and cord clip by snapping
it into the handle of the unit. Secure it by
inserting the screw provided.
7. Attach the lower hose clip by snapping it
into place and twisting to the right.
7.
6.
WARNING:
Plastic film can be
dangerous. To avoid
danger of suffocation,
Hose Clip
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keep away from babies
and children.
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Assembly
Attach vacuum hose and tools
1. Line up the tabs on the base of the Twist ‘n
Snap hose with the corresponding notches
on the hose collar as shown.
2. Turn the Twist ‘n Snap hose to the left
to lock the hose into place.
3. Connect the curved hose wand to the hose.
Grasping the curved hose wand, slide the
end of the curved hose wand onto the hose
wand base. Snap the hose into the hose clip.
NOTE: The vacuum will not operate effectively
unless the curved hose wand is firmly attached.
4. Slide the extension wand and crevice tool
together into the storage clip.
5. Slide the dusting brush/upholstery tool into
the storage clip.
6. Attach the TurboBrush by snapping it onto
the top cap of the upper tank.
Operation
Power switch
The power switch is located just below the
handle on the front of the vacuum. Push the
rocker switch “ON” (I) to vacuum, and “OFF” (O)
when cleaning is complete.
1.
Twist 'n
Snap Hose
6.
CAUTION:
Before using your vacuum,
make sure that the dirt
container is in the locked
position and that all filters
(pre-motor and post-motor)
are in place. Do not operate
your vacuum without these
filters.
NOTICE:
For above floor cleaning, the floor
brush will continue to rotate but
is raised above floor. To prevent
carpet damage, do not lean on
the vacuum or let the powerfoot
tilt forward.
CAUTION:
To avoid personal injury
and to prevent the cleaner
from falling when cleaning
stairs, always place it at
the bottom of the stairs.
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