Bissell 81M9 Owner's Manual

USER'S GUIDE

81M9 SERIES

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Assembly

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Maintenance and Care

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Replacement Parts

Accessories

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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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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.

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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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Unplug before attaching the TurboBrush® Tool.

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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.

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Brush may unexpectedly restart. Unplug

from outlet when cleaning or servicing

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Allow carpet cleaning solution to dry com-

pletely before vacuuming.

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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OxyPro Professional Oxy Total Carpet Spot & Stain Remover

, OxyPro Pet®, or

Handle

TurboBrush

Tool*

Stretch Hose

Power Switch

Brush On/Off Switch

Upper Tank

Removable Holster

Height Adjustment Knob

Foot Window

Easy Empty Dirt Container

Pre-Motor Filter

Wide Cleaning Foot

Inner Cyclone Screen

Dusting/ Upholstery Tool*

Lock ‘n Seal Lever

Post-Motor Filter

Brush

*Accesories may vary

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Assembly

Tools needed: Philips head screwdriver.

Attach handle to vacuum

1. Locate vacuum handle and the bag that

contains extension wand support, lower cord wrap, and screws.

2. Stand vacuum upright and from the back

of the vacuum, slide the base of the handle firmly into the grooves at the top of the vacuum body. Continue to push so there are no gaps and the front of the handle is flush with front of the vacuum body.

3. Insert two of the four screws provided into

the existing holes and tighten with screw driver to fasten handle to vacuum body.

Attach storage clips, tool, and vacuum hose

1. Locate the bag that contains extension

wand support, lower cord wrap, and remaining two screws.

2. Attach extension wand support half way

down on the back of the vacuum body. Insert one screw and tighten with screwdriver.

3. Attach lower cord wrap to back of the

vacuum (position toward bottom of vacuum body). Insert remaining screw and tighten securely with screwdriver.

4. Attach Twist ‘n Snap™ hose by lining up

the tabbed end of the hose into the opening by the clear tank on the back of the vacuum. Twist to the right to lock into place.

5. Insert opposite hose end base into suction

inlet on the side of vacuum near the wheel.

NOTE: The vacuum will not operate effectively unless the hose is firmly attached.

WARNING:

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

6. Store crevice tool into the extension

wand and snap into extension wand support on the back of the vacuum.

7. Slide dusting brush into the storage clip

on the right side of vacuum (when viewing from front). Model 81M9-1 comes with Pet Contour tool® that stores in same place.

8. Store TurboBrush® Tool in the hole marked

“tool” on the top of the handle arch.

NOTE: Model 81M9-1 comes with Pet TurboBrush® Tool.

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Assembly

Attach carpet spot & stain remover Pet holster

1. Locate the bag that contains carpet spot &

stain remover holster and can.

2. Attach holster to left side of vacuum (when

viewing from front) by lining up the two tabs on the back side of the holster with the two openings on the vacuum. Push holster down to lock into place.

3. Place provided can of carpet spot & stain

remover*into holster. Follow instructions on page 8 for carpet spot & stain remover.*

Operations

Power cord

To store power cord, wrap cord around upper cord wrap and lower extension wand support. Use clip on the end of the plug to attach plug to the cord.

To release power cord, rotate the upper cord wrap down and gently pull off cord.

Power Cord Wrap

Power switch

The power button is located just below the handle on the right side of the vacuum when viewing from the front. “ON” (I) “OFF” (O).

NOTE: Rotating brush will not turn on unless the unit is in reclined position and brush switch is on.

Brush ON/OFF switch

Brush ON/OFF is located just below the handle on the right side of the vacuum when viewing from the front. Push the rocker switch ON- (I) to turn brush on for most carpeted surfaces, when “ON” the brush will start rotating when unit is in reclined position. Push rocker switch OFF – (O) to turn brush off for bare floor cleaning or other delicate surfaces.

* Carpet spot & stain remover varies by model. Refer to page 4.

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Power Switch

Brush ON/Off Switch

ATTENTION:

Some frieze carpets have long delicate fibers or threads that may be damaged by the rotating brush during vacuuming. It is recommended the rotating brush be turned OFF when cleaning this type of carpet.

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