Thanks for buying a BISSELL Total Floors® Vacuum
We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL Total Floors® vacuum. Everything
we know about floor care went into the design and construction of this
complete, high-tech home cleaning system.
Your BISSELL Total Floors® vacuum is well made, and we back it with a
limited warranty. We also stand behind it with a knowledgeable, dedicated
Consumer Care 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 Total Floors® vacuum.
Thanks again, from all of us at BISSELL.
Mark J. Bissell
Chairman & CEO
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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.
appliance, basic
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, or injury:
■
Always connect to a polarized outlet (left slot is
wider than right). Unplug from outlet when not
in use and before conducting maintenance.
■
Do not modify the polarized plug to fit a
non-polarized outlet or extension cord.
■
Do not leave vacuum cleaner unattended
when it is plugged in.
■
Unplug from outlet when not in use and
before servicing.
■
Unplug before attaching the TurboBrush Tool.
■
Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
■
Do not allow children to operate vacuum
cleaner or use as a toy.
■
Close attention is necessary when used by
or near children.
■
Do not use for any purpose other than
described in this user’s guide.
■
Use only manufacturer’s recommended
attachments.
■
Do not use with damaged cord or plug.
■
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.
■
Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug,
grasp the plug, not the cord.
■
Do not handle vacuum cleaner or plug with
wet hands.
■
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.
■
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.
■
Do not pick up flammable materials (lighter
fluid, gasoline, kerosene, etc.) or use in the
presence of explosive liquids or vapors.
■
Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach,
ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.).
■
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.
■
Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as
glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.
■
Do not pick up anything that is burning
or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches,
or hot ashes.
■
Do not use without filters in place.
■
Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
■
Keep appliance on a level surface.
■
Do not carry the vacuum cleaner while
it is running.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
THIS MODEL IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
Commercial use of this unit voids the
manufacturer’s warranty.
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.
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Product view
Upper
Handle
Cord Clip
Select models include
Pet TurboEraser®
Tool or TurboBrush®
Tool
Power
Cord
Easy Empty™
Dirt Container
Pre-Motor
Filter
Height
Adjustment
Knob
Edge
Cleaning
Port
Pet Hair Lifter (select models)
Suction Power
Indicator
Carry
Handle
Power Switch
Stretch Hose
Post-Motor
Filter*
Specialty
Tool**
Lock ’n
™
Lever
Seal
Brush On/
Off Pedal
Recline
Pedal
Combination
Dusting
Brush/
Upholstery
Tool
Quick
Release
Cord Wrap
Hose
Wand Base
Foot
Hose
®
Extension
Handle
Crevice
Tool
*Select models include a Febreze® post-motor filter.
WARNING:
Do not plug in your vacuum
cleaner until you are familiar
with all instructions and
operating procedures.
For ordering information, turn to page 17.
**Select models may include Pet Hair Fabric Tool or
Long Reach Dusting Tool
Febreze® and related trademarks are owned by
The Procter & Gamble Company, Cincinnati, Ohio
and used under license by BISSELL, Inc.
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Assembly
The only tool you’ll need to assemble your
vacuum cleaner is a Phillips screwdriver.
Locate and install filters
IMPORTANT: Before using your vacuum, make
sure that all filters (pre-motor and post-motor) are
in place. Do not operate your vacuum without
these filters. Your Total Floors vacuum comes preloaded with a post-motor foam filter. If you wish
to use the post-motor Febreze® filter instead,
locate the Febreze® filter in the vacuum carton
and remove the filter from its packaging. Next,
remove the post-motor foam filter from the filter
door and insert the Febreze® filter in its place as
is shown to the right (A). Do not use your vacuum
without one of these filters in place. Do not use
both filters together.
WARNING:
Plastic film can be dangerous.
To avoid danger or suffocation,
keep away from babies
and children.
A.
1.
Attach handle to vacuum
1. Locate the carry handle. Remove the screw
packet taped to the carry handle. There are
three screws in this screw packet. Two screws
are used to attach the upper handle and carrying handle to the vacuum base. One screw
is used to attach the hose guide/tool caddy.
2. Stand the vacuum upright. From the back
of the vacuum body, slide the base of the
upper handle firmly into the grooves at the
top of the vacuum body. Continue to push
so that there are no gaps and the front of
the handle is flush with the vacuum body.
3. With the upper handle firmly placed on the
vacuum body, guide the carrying handle
into place onto the back of the upper handle
and insert two of the screws into the existing
holes. (Reference the rear-facing product
view on page 4 to see how the carry handle
should look). Tighten screws securely with
a Phillips screwdriver to anchor the carry
handle to the upper handle and the upper
handle to the vacuum body.
2.
3.
a.
Attach the vacuum hose & tools
1. Attach the 3 hose/tool storage pieces to the
back of the unit.
a. Attach the tool storage clip to the back of
the handle by snapping the piece into the
unit as shown. Push piece straight in until
it snaps into place.
b. Attach the hose guide clip to the left side
of the back of the vacuum. Insert tab at a
45 degree angle and turn clockwise so it
snaps into place.
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b.
c.
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Assembly
Attach the vacuum hose & tools continued
c. The hose guide/tool caddy should be
attached at the bottom of the back of
the vacuum. Slide into place and insert
screw into the existing hole. Tighten
securely with a Phillips screwdriver.
Line up the tabs of the Twist n’ Snap hose with the
2.
corresponding notches and turn clockwise. Slide
the end of the hose into the hose wand base.
Hose wraps on back of unit as shown on page 4.
3. Place the TurboBrush Tool or Pet TurboEraser
Tool into its holder from the front of the vacuum.
Power cord
To store the power cord, wrap cord around the
upper and lower cord wrap on the side of the
vacuum. To release the power cord, rotate the
upper cord wrap down and gently pull off cord.
Power switch
The power switch is located just below the
carrying handle on the side of the vacuum.
Push the rocker switch “ON” (I) to vacuum,
and “OFF” (O) when cleaning is complete.
Brush Roll Power
The rotating brush ON/OFF pedal is located on
the foot of the vacuum. You can use your foot to
engage or disengage this pedal (A). When the
brush roll pedal has been engaged, the brush
will start rotating. The brush roll should be turned
on for most carpeted floors. To turn the brush roll
off, disengage the pedal by pressing on it with
your foot. We recommend turning off the brush
roll for bare floor cleaning to prevent scatter or
for other delicate surfaces.
NOTICE:
The brush roll continues to rotate while
using your vacuum for above floor
cleaning. To prevent carpet damage,
turn the brush roll off and do not lean
on vacuum or tilt forward.
Tip:
Your vacuum features a quickrelease cord wrap. To remove the
power cord quickly and easily,
rotate the upper cord wrap towards
the floor, and slip the cord off.
CAUTION:
Before using your vacuum,
make sure that the dirt container is in the locked position
and that all filters (pre-motor
and post-motor) are in place.
Do not operate your vacuum
without these filters.
A
Edge Suction
To make edge cleaning more convenient,
remove the hose from the hose wand base
and attach the crevice tool. Insert the crevice
tool into the port on the foot of the vacuum (B).
Suction is now diverted to the front corner of
the vacuum and you can clean along edges
and into corners. It is recommended you turn
off the brush roll when using this feature.
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Tip:
Do not use extension wand when
using the Edge Suction Feature.
(B)