Bissell Pethair Eraser 87B4, Pethair Eraser 6750, Pethair Eraser 3920 User Manual

USER'S GUIDE

87B4, 3920, 6750 SERIES

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Safety Instructions

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Product View

Assembly

Operations

Maintenance and Care

Troubleshooting

Replacement Parts

Warranty

Consumer Services

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical
precautions should be observed, including
the following:

appliance, basic

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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Unplug before attaching the TurboBrush.

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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.

■

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.

■

Turn off all controls before plugging or

unplugging vacuum cleaner.

■

Use extra care when cleaning stairs.

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Unplug before attaching the TurboBrush.

■

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.

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

Handle

Pet TurboBrush
Pet TurboEraser

on select models

®

™

Carry
Handle

Hose and
Cord Clip

Power Cord

Dusting Brush/
Upholstery Tool

Stretch
Hose

Quick Release™
Cord Wraps

Pet Contour

®

Tool

Power
Switch

Upper Tank

Easy Empty
Dirt Container

Washable
Pre-Motor Filter

Headlight

Foot
Window

Pet Hair
Lifter

™

Wide Cleaning Foot

Crevice Tool

Extension
Wand

Clean Filter
Indicator

Twist ‘n

™

Hose

Snap

HEPA Media
Post Motor Filter

Lock ‘n Seal® Lever

Handle
Release Pedal

Height
Adjustment Knob

Scuff Resistant
Bumper

Curved
Hose
Wand

Lower
Hose
Clip

Hose
Wand
Base

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Assembly

The only tool you’ll need to assemble
your vacuum cleaner is a Phillips
screwdriver.

Attach handle to vacuum

1. Locate the handle and cord wrap.

Remove the screw packet taped to the
handle.

2. Stand the vacuum upright and from the

rear of the unit, slide the base of the
handle firmly into the grooves at the top
of the vacuum body.

3. IMPORTANT – before inserting the

screws into the handle, slide the cord
wrap into the handle.

4. Ensure that the handle and cord wrap fit

firmly to the vacuum body. If there are
any gaps, continue to push firmly until
the handle and cord wrap are flush.

5. Insert 2 of the screws provided (3 total)

into the existing holes, attaching the
cord wrap and handle to the body of the
vacuum. Tighten securely with a Phillips
screwdriver.

CAUTION:

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

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3.

6.

6. Attach the hose and cord clip by snap-

ping it into the handle of the unit. Secure
it by inserting the screw provided.

7. Attach the lower hose clip by snapping it

into place and twisting to the right.

WARNING:

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

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Hose Clip

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Assembly

Attach vacuum hose and tools

1. Line up the tabs on the base of the Twist

‘n Snap hose with the corresponding
notches on the hose collar as shown.

2. Turn the Twist ‘n Snap hose to the left

to lock the hose into place.

3. Connect the curved hose wand to the hose.

Grasping the curved hose wand, slide the
end of the curved hose wand onto the hose
wand base. Snap the hose into the hose clip.

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

4. Slide the extension wand and crevice tool

together into the storage clip.

5. Slide the dusting brush/upholstery tool

into the storage clip.

6. Attach the Pet Contour Tool by aligning

the slots at the bottom with the tabs on the
upper tank cap, then snap back into the
two posts to secure.

7. Store Pet TurboBrush on the front of the

handle by lining up the TurboBrush base
with the base of the holder then push back
to snap into place.

8. Flip the pet hair lifter down until it clicks

into place on the front of the foot.

NOTE: Flip the Pet Hair Lifter down
for carpeted surfaces and up for non­carpeted surfaces (see page 7 for more
information)

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Hose Wand
Base

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Operations

Pet Hair Lifter

Power cord usage

1. Remove the cord and plug it into an electrical

outlet. There are two quick release cord wraps
for easy cord removal, and a cord clip that is
part of the upper cord wrap where you can
attach the cord when vacuuming.

2. When finished cleaning, turn vacuum

cleaner off. Unplug power cord by grasp­ing the polarized plug (NOT the cord) and
disconnect from outlet.

3. Return Quick Release cord wrap to

original position and loop power cord
around cord wrap. Clip molded plug to
power cord to secure.

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Quick Release
Cord Wraps