Bissell GARAGE PRO 18PO, GARAGE PRO 43Z3 User Manual

Safety Instructions

Product View

Assembly

5-6

Operation

6-9

Maintenance and Care

10-12

Troubleshooting

Garage Pro™

VACUUM

USER’S GUIDE

18P0 SERIES 43Z3 SERIES

Consumer Services

Replacement Parts

Warranty

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Thanks for buying a BISSELL vacuum

We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL Garage Pro™ vacuum. Everything we

know about floor care went into the design and construction of this

complete, high-tech home cleaning system.

Your BISSELL Garage Pro™ 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 Garage Pro™ vacuum .

Thanks again, from all of us at BISSELL.

Mark J. Bissell Chairman, 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 GARAGE PRO 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:

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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Use indoors only.

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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.

appliance, basic

To reduce

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This appliance is provided with double-insulation. Use

only identical replacement parts. See instructions for servicing of double-insulated appliances.

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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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Do not pick up flammable materials (lighter fluid,

gasoline, kerosene, wood shavings, 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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Keep appliance level.

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Do not carry the vacuum cleaner while it

is running.

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

Muffler

Face Plate

Power Switch

Wet/Dry Hose Inlet

Blower Hose Outlet

Power Cord

Slots

Dirt Tank Handles

Dirt Tank

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Assembly

Your unit will require no tools to put together.

1. Remove the dirt tank by pulling up on both

handles to unlatch. Lift upper half of unit to remove.

2. Remove all accessories and parts stored in the bottom of the tank prior to use.

3. If the round funnel comes out of dirt tank, set back inside the dirt tank before reassembling vacuum.

4. To reassemble, place the top of the unit on the dirt tank so the edges fit together and latch handles to secure top and bottom of unit.

5. Mount to wall (see instructions below).

Mounting & installation

Only use when properly mounted on the wall. When mounting to a stud, use the (3) center holes.

Mounting on drywall or plaster wall with stud (fasteners included)

1. Locate a stud in your dry wall and drill a

1/8” pilot hole.

2. Mount the bracket with a #10-16 x 1-3/4” screw, starting at the center hole.

3. Ensuring your bracket is aligned correctly with the stud; drill a second pilot hole using the next hole as a guide. Securely fasten with a screw.

4. Repeat step 3 for remaining hole.

Note: Mount near a wall outlet, making sure the cord provided will reach the outlet.

Use (3) Middle Holes To Mount Bracket

WARNING:

Do not mount unit

5. Mount the unit by making sure the two

square slots on backside of unit are sitting on the two hooks on the mounting bracket.

directly into dry wall. ALWAYS locate a stud.

ATTENTION:

Make sure the end of the bracket with the smaller width faces up.

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