Bissell 60A4 User Manual

OptiClean

U S E R ’ S G U I D E

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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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Consumer Services

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Replacement Parts

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Warranty

Thanks for buying a BISSELL OptiClean™ Cyclonic Bagless Canister Vacuum

We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL OptiClean cyclonic bagless canister

vacuum. Everything we know about floor care went into the design and

construction of this complete, high-tech home cleaning system.

Your BISSELL canister vacuum is well made, and we back it with a limited

two 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 canister 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
basic precautions should be observed,
including the following:

appliance,

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING YOUR
CANISTER VACUUM.

WARNING: To reduce

the risk of fire, electric shock,
or injury:

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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.

■

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 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 or a dust bag and

filters in place.

■

Pay close attention when working

around children.

SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.

THIS MODEL IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

IMPORTANT

FOR OPERATION ON A 220-240 VOLT A.C. 50/60 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

Handle

Swivel Hose

Easy Empty
Dirt Cup

Clean Filter
Indicator

Power
Button

Flex Hose

Air Flow Regulator

Carry
Handle

Telescoping Extension Wand

Brush Switch

Post-Motor HEPA
Media Filter

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Automatic
Cord Rewind
Button

Variable Suction
Power Control

Multi-Surface
Floor Nozzle

CAUTION:

Crevice ToolUpholstery Tool

Dusting Brush
Attachment

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

Assembling your vacuum

1. Connect swivel hose by squeezing both locking
buttons and inserting it into the suction opening on
the canister. Once the swivel hose is inserted in the
suction opening, release the locking buttons.

2. Connect telescoping extension wand to the handle
end of the flex hose. Twist slightly to tighten.

3. Connect floor nozzle to the end of the telescoping
extension wand. Twist slightly to tighten.

4. Once assembled, you can store your
vacuum in one of two positions:

A. Storing in the in-use position:

1. To store with the floor nozzle attached,
insert the storage clip (located on the
back of the floor nozzle) into the
storage slot on the rear of the vacuum.

2. To store without the floor nozzle
attached, insert the storage clip (located
on the bottom of the telescoping
extension wand) into the storage slot on
the rear of the vacuum.

B. Storing in the upright position:

1. To store with the floor nozzle attached,
stand the vacuum in the upright position
and insert the storage clip (located on the
back of the floor nozzle) into the storage
slot on the bottom of the vacuum.

2. To store without the floor nozzle attached,
stand the vacuum in the upright position
and insert the storage clip (located on
the bottom of the telescoping extension
wand) into the storage slot on the bottom
of the vacuum.

WARNING:

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

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3.

Storing in the in-use position

A1.

Storing in the upright position

B1.

2.

A2.

B2.

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