Bissell HEAVY DUTY VACUUM 50C9 User Manual

VACUUM

USER’S GUIDE

50C9 SERIES

Safety Instructions

Product View

Assembly

Operation

6-9

10-15

16-17

Maintenance and Care

Troubleshooting

Consumer Services

Replacement Parts

Warranty

Thank you for buying a BISSELL Heavy Duty Vacuum

Everything we know about floor care went into the design and construction

of this complete, high-tech home cleaning system.

We trust that it will bring you many years of satisfaction. It is backed with a

limited five-year warranty. We also stand behind it with a knowledgeable,

dedicated Consumer Services department, so, should you ever have a

question, 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 Heavy Duty 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 UPRIGHT VACUUM.

Always connect to a polarized outlet (one slot is wider than the other). 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.

appliance, basic

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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.

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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.

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

Power Switch

TurboBrush

Screen

Dirt Container

Upper Handle

Hose

Release Button

Carrying Handle

Brush Switch

Filter Door Latch

HEPA Filter Cartridge (inside)

Quick Release™ Cord Wraps

Power Cord

Crevice Tool

Headlight

Height Adjustment Dial

Furniture Protection Guard

Brush

Handle Release Pedal

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Filter Tray (foam filter inside)

Hose Collar

Brush Window

Upholstery Brush

Lower Hose Clip

Hose Wand

Wand Base

Diverter

Telescoping Extension Wand

Foot Hose

Assembly

Tool required: Phillips screwdriver

1. Slide upper handle onto lower handle. Insert

one screw into hole marked with an arrow and tighten until snug.

2. Attach hose by lining up the tabs on the collar with the corresponding notches on the back of the vacuum as shown. Turn clockwise to lock the hose into place.

3. Wrap the hose by routing it down and into the lower hose clip then up and over the top of the handle. Insert the hose wand fully into the hose base.

Note: It is important that the hose is fully inserted into the base for the suction air to be directed properly to the foot during floor vacuuming.

4. Store TurboBrush on the front of the handle

by aligning the slot at the bottom with the tab and snapping into place.

5. Place crevice tool inside telescoping extension wand. Store tools on vacuum as shown.

CAUTION:

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

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Operation

Transporting your cleaner

Use the handle on the front to carry the cleaner or place the cleaner in the upright position and tip back to roll on the rear wheels.

Releasing the power cord

The upper and lower cord wraps rotate to allow for quick and easy removal of the power cord.

Fingertip power switch

The power button is located at the top of the vacuum handle.

To turn cleaner on, press button once. To turn cleaner OFF, press button again.

Note: The rotating brush will not turn on unless the unit is in the reclined position and the brush switch is on.

Handle positions

Use your foot to pull the handle release pedal back to recline the vacuum cleaner.

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