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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 three
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
Chairman, President & CEO
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical
ance, basic precautions should be
observed, including the following:
appli-
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:
■
Do not modify the polarized plug to fit a
non-polarized outlet or extension cord.
■
Do not leave vacuum cleaner unattended
when it is plugged in.
■
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.
■
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.
■
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 vacuum cleaner or plug
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 stairs.
■
Do not pick up flammable materials
(lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or
use in the presence of explosive liquids
or vapors.
■
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.
■
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.
■
Do not use without filters in place.
■
Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
■
Keep appliance on a level surface.
■
Do not carry the vacuum cleaner while it
is running.
■
Hold plug when rewinding onto cord
reel. Do not allow plug to whip when
rewinding.
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
Stretch Hose
Handle
TurboBrush
Tool
PET TurboEraser
Tool
(select models only)
Clean Carpet
Sensor
(select models only)
Clean Filter
Indicator
(select models only)
Crevice Tool
Extension
Wand
Easy Empty
Dirt Container
Filter Cup
Activated
Carbon Filter
(select models
only)
Lock ’n
Seal
Headlight
®
™
™
Lever
Furniture Protection
Guard
™
Hose Clip
Quick
Reach
Handle
Hose
Wand
Base
®
Hose
Wand
Foot
Hose
Combination
Dusting Brush/
Upholstery Tool
Post-Motor
Filter
Handle Release
Pedal
Powerfoot
Carrying
Handle
Washable
Filter
Automatic
Cord Rewind
Height
Adjustment
Knob
CAUTION:
Do not plug in your vacuum
cleaner until you are familiar
with all instructions and
operating procedures.
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WARNING:
Plastic film can be dangerous.
To avoid danger of suffocation,
keep away from babies and
children.
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Assembly
You need: Phillips head screwdriver.
Attach handle to vacuum
1. Locate the vacuum handle and remove
the screw packet taped to the base of the
handle.
2. Stand the vacuum upright and slide the
base of the handle firmly into the grooves
at the top of the vacuum body.
3. Check to be sure the handle is fitted to the
vacuum body. If there is a gap in front,
continue to push firmly until the handle is
flush.
4. Insert the screw provided from the screw
packet into the existing hole. Tighten
securely with a screwdriver.
Attach vacuum hose and tools
1. Line up tabs on the base of the Twist ‘n
Snap hose with the corresponding notches
on the hose collar. Turn the hose to the
right to lock into place.
2. Grasp the Quick Reach Handle and slide
the end of the hose into the hose wand
base. Snap the hose into the upper hose
clip on handle.
3. Slide the extension wand and crevice tool
together into storage clip.
4. Snap the combination tool into the storage
clip.
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3.
2.
5. Attach the TurboBrush Tool by lining up
with base of holder in handle and push
back to snap into place.
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