Bissell 42H5 User Manual

USER'S GUIDE

42H5 SERIES 220-240V

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Thank You

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Safety Instructions

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Product View

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Assembly

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Operations

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Maintenance and Care

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Troubleshooting

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Replacement Parts

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Warranty

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Consumer Services

Thanks for buying a BISSELL Vacuum

We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL Pet Hair Eraser vacuum.
Everything we know about floor care went into the design and
construction of this complete, high-tech home cleaning system.

Your BISSELL Pet Hair Eraser cylinder 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 Pet Hair Eraser cylinder vacuum.

Thanks again, from all of us at BISSELL.

Mark J. Bissell
Chairman, President & CEO

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

appliance,

READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING YOUR
CYLINDER VACUUM.

WARNING: To

reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, or injury:

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Unplug from outlet when not in use

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Use indoors only.

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For dry pick up only.

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Do not leave machine when it is plugged in.

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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 agent.

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Do not handle unit with wet hands.

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Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a

handle, close door on cord, pull cord around
sharp corners or edges, run appliance over
cord, or expose cord to heated surfaces.

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Do not unplug by pulling on cord. Unplug

by grasping plug.

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Do not run appliance over cord.

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Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.

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Do not expose hair, loose clothing, fingers

or body parts to openings or moving parts.

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Do not pick up hot or burning objects such

as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.

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Do not pick up flammable or combustible

materials (lighter fluid, petrol, kerosene, etc.) or
use in the presence of explosive liquids or vapour.

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Do not use appliance 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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Not intended for use by persons (including

children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety

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Young children should be supervised to ensure

that they do not play with the appliance.

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Remove plug from electrical outlet before
cleaning or maintaining the appliance.

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If the supply cord is damaged, it must be

replaced by the manufacturer or its service
agent in order to avoid a hazard.

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Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine

bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, petrol, etc.).

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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 any opening blocked; keep

free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that
may reduce air flow.

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Keep appliance on a level surface.

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Turn off all controls before unplugging.

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Be extra careful when cleaning stairs.

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This appliance is provided with double

insulation. Use only identical replacement
parts.

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Do not use without the dirt cup and filters

in place.

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Pay close attention when working

around children.

SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE USE

This model is for household use only.

IMPORTANT

FOR OPERATION ON A 220-240 VOLT
A.C. 50 Hz POWER SUPPLY ONLY.

If your appliance is fitted with a
nonrewireable BS 1363 plug it must not be
used unless a 13 amp (ASTA approved to BS

1362) fuse is fitted in the carrier contained
in the plug. (Spares may be obtained from
your BISSELL supplier). If for any reason the
plug is cut off, it must be disposed of, as it is
an electric shock hazard should it be inserted
into a mains socket.

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Product view

Telescoping
Extension Wand

Easy Empty™
Dirt Cotainer

Handle

Air Flow Regulator

Flex Hose

Multi Surface
Floor Nozzle

Upholstery Tool

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Brush Switch

Crevice Tool Wide Pet

Dusting Brush Pet Contour Tool

TurboBrush

Hose Connector

CAUTION:

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

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Tool

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Assembly

1. Connect the hose to the vacuum by

inserting the hose connector into the
suction opening on the bottom front
of the vacuum. Push in until it clicks
into the locked position.

2. Connect the telescoping extension

wand to the handle end of the hose.

WARNING:

Plastic film can be
dangerous. To avoid danger
of suffocation, keep away
from babies and children.

3. Connect the floor nozzle foot onto

the telescoping extension wand.

4. Attach the tool holder onto the top

portion of the extension wand.
Place the tools onto the tool holder
for storage.

5. To extend the telescoping extension

wand, push the black release button
and then pull the bottom of the wand
to the desired length.

6. Once assembled, you can store your

vacuum by inserting the storage clip
(located on the back of the floor
nozzle) into the storage slot on the
rear of the vacuum.

NOTE: Shorten the length of the
telescoping extension wand for
storage.

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