Cuisinart 17G5 User Manual

U S E R ’ S G U I D E

17G5 SERIES

Safety Instructions

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Product View

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Assembly

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8-12

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Operations

Maintenance and Care

Troubleshooting

Consumer Services

Replacement Parts

Additional Accessories

Warranty

Part# 110-4164

Thank you for buying a BISSELL PROlite Multi Cyclonic vacuum

We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL vacuum. Everything we know about floor
care went into the design and construction of this complete, high-tech home
cleaning system. By purchasing this product you are helping BISSELL with our
commitment to reducing our impact on the environment through an expanding
range of sustainable design efforts.

Your carpet cleaner is well made, and we back it with a limited five-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 carpet cleaner.

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 (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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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.

■

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.

appliance, basic

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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.

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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.).

■

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.

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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.

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

Brush On/Off Switch

Stretch Hose

Hose Clip

Twist-n-Snap
Hose™
Connection

Hose Handle

Hose Base

Handle

Bendable
Wand
Attachment

Dirt Bin
Release Button

Handle Release

Pedal

Cord Clip

Quick Release™
Cord Wrap

Carrying
Handle

Screen

Inner Cyclone

Dirt Container

Foot Hose

Brush

Powerfoot

Automatic Height
Adjustment

Furniture
Protection
Guard

CAUTION:

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

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Filter Housing
(HEPA Media &
Post-Motor
Filter Inside)

Assembly

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

Remove handle and tools from box

1. Locate and remove the deluxe floor tool,
extension wand, bendable wand attachment,
dusting brush, TurboBrush
accessory bag from box.

2. Locate and remove vacuum handle and Twist
‘n Snap Hose and set aside.

3. Lift vacuum body out of box using carrying
handle on dirt container.

Attach handle to vacuum

1. Take vacuum handle and remove the screw
packet taped to the base of the handle.

2. Stand the vacuum upright and slide the base
of the handle firmly into the grooves at the top
of the vacuum body.

3. Check to be sure the handle is fitted to the
vacuum body. If there is a gap in front, con­tinue to push firmly until the handle is flush.

4. Insert the two screws from the screw packet
into the existing holes. Tighten securely with a
screwdriver.

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, crevice tool and

WARNING:

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

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4.

Attach vacuum hose & on-board tools

1. Position the Twist ‘n Snap Hose assembly on
the vacuum and line up the tabs on the base
of the hose with the corresponding notches.
Turn the Twist ‘n Snap Hose to the right to lock
into place.

2. Slide the end of the hose into the hose base.
Make sure the tab on hose wand inserts into
hole on front side of handle. Place the hose
into the hose clip.

NOTE: The powerfoot will not operate effectively
unless the hose is firmly attached to the base.

3. Snap the bendable wand attachment into front

side of handle.

4. Place the remaining tools into accessory bag.

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