Bissell CLEAN LONG 48K2 User Manual

CleanAlong

USER’S GUIDE

48K2 SERIES

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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

14

Consumer Services

15

Replacement Parts

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Warranty

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Thanks for buying a BISSELL CleanAlong Canister Vacuum

We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL CleanAlong 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

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 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
precautions should be observed, including
the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING YOUR
CANISTER 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 leave cleaner when it is plugged in.

■

Unplug from outlet when not in use and before

servicing.

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Do not use with damaged cord or plug.

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To unplug grasp plug not cord.

■

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

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

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Hold plug when rewinding the cord onto the reel.

Do not allow the plug to whip when rewinding.

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Do not use cleaner if it has been dropped, damaged,

left outdoors or dropped into water. Have it repaired
at an Authorized Service Center.

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Do not allow children to use as a toy.

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Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.

■

Do not handle cleaner or plug with wet hands.

■

Do not put any object into openings, use with

blocked opening, or restrict air flow.

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Do not use without dust bag and/or filters in place.

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Do not allow hair, loose clothing, fingers or

body parts to get near openings or floor brush in
the appliance.

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Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches

or any hot, smoking, or burning objects.

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Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass,

nails, screws, coins, etc.

■

Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials

(lighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in the
presence of explosive liquids or vapor.

■

Do not unplug by pulling on cord.

appliance, basic

■

Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach,

ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.).

■

Do not use 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 use for any purpose other than described in

this User’s Guide.

■

Always turn off this appliance before connecting or

disconnecting vacuum hose.

■

Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.

■

Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.

■

Keep openings free of dust, lint, hair, etc.

■

Keep appliance on a level surface.

■

Turn off all controls before plugging or

unplugging cleaner.

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Be extra careful when cleaning stairs.

■

Close attention is necessary when used by or

near children.

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

Flex Hose

Swivel Hose

Variable Suction Power Control

Brush Roll On/Off

Handle

Telescoping Extension Wand

Power Button

Bag Change
Indicator

Post-Motor HEPA
Media Filter

Bristle Brush

Powerhead

Automatic
Cord
Rewind Button

CAUTION:

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

Crevice ToolUpholstery ToolBareFloor Tool

Dusting Brush

Tool Holder

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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. Plug the cord from the hose into the slot on
the lower left front of canister.

3. Connect and plug-in telescoping extension
wand to the handle end of the flex hose.

4. Connect the powerhead onto the telescoping
extension wand.

5. Attach the tool holder to the telescoping
extension wand and insert the tools into the
holder.

6. To extend the telescopic tube, push the
black release button and then pull the tube
to the desired length.

NOTE: Shorten length of telescopic tube for
storage.

7. To store the barefloor tool, insert the storage

clip into the storage slot on the rear of the
vacuum or on the back of the unit when in
an upright position.

WARNING:

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

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