User manual BISSELL 60A4

[. . . ] Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials (lighter fluid, petrol, kerosene, etc. ) or use in the presence of explosive liquids or vapour. Do not use appliance in an enclosed space filled with vapours given off by oil base paint, paint thinner, some moth proofing substances, flammable dust, or other explosive or toxic vapours. Not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. by the manufacturer or its service agent in order to avoid a hazard. Do not pick up toxic material (chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, petrol, etc. ). [. . . ] Power Button cAUtIon: be careful to avoid injury as cord retracts very quickly. cAUtIon: before using your vacuum, make sure that either the dirt cup or a dust bag and all filters are in place. Do not operate your vacuum without the dirt cup or dust bag and filters. 6 www. bissell. com Operations Special tools your bISSEll opticlean is not only a powerful carpet and rug vacuum cleaner, it's Before cleaning under also a versatile bare floor vacuum cleaner and low furniture, check area first for objects above floor vacuum cleaner when you select that might harm the one of the special tools. To vacuum carpets and rugs, push the brush switch to the carpet position . To vacuum bare floors, push the brush switch to the bare floor position . This will extend the brushes down from the floor nozzle. Tip: Brush Up Brush Down 2. 2. Upholstery tool: Use the upholstery tool to clean curtains, draperies, cushions and fabrics. Dusting brush attachment: Attach the dusting brush attachment to the upholstery tool to dust furniture, blinds, books, lamps, shelves and baseboards. crevice tool: Use the crevice tool in tight, narrow spaces. Tip: Use the air flow regulator to reduce air flow as needed when using the tools. Tip: Hair, string and small objects can block the hose and tools. Check them occasionally for obstructions. www. bissell. com 7 Operations Variable suction power control the variable suction power control is located on the back of the vacuum. turn the control toward the smaller dots to minimize suction for lightly soiled areas or delicate fabrics. Air flow regulator open the air flow regulator by sliding the regulator back towards the handle to an open position to reduce suction for delicate fabrics. close the air flow regulator by sliding the regulator down to the closed position for full suction. Bagless or bagged vacuum option the bISSEll opticlean is a unique vacuum that offers the option to vacuum using a bagless dirt cup or a traditional paper bag. to use as a bagless vacuum, simply place the dirt cup inside the vacuum cleaner. to use as a bagged vacuum, attach a dust bag to the dust bag holder and place inside the vacuum cleaner. Clean filter indicator the clean filter indicator is located between the power button and the automatic cord rewind button. It will monitor your air flow and let you know when it is time to clean or replace your filters. If the indicator turns orange while you are vacuuming, your filters need to be cleaned or replaced (if using as a bagged vacuum, the dust bag may need to be replaced). If the indicator remains orange, even after cleaning or replacing your filters (or replacing the dust bag), turn the vacuum off and check for a clog in the hose or tools. note: the indicator may turn orange when using the tools due to the restricted airflow. this does not necessarily mean that the filters need to be cleaned or replaced (or the dust bag is full). If the indicator does not turn off once the tool is removed, check for a clog in the hose/tools or clean or replace your filters (or replace the dust bag). Clean Filter Indicator 8 www. bissell. com Maintenance and care Emptying the dirt cup 1. Open the dirt cup/dust bag compartment by lifting up on the latch on the door on the front of the vacuum. Remove the top cover from the dirt cup assembly by unfastening the latch, raising the front edge and removing the top cover off of the rear hinges. To reattach the top cover on the dirt cup, align the slots on the top cover with the hinges on the dirt cup and rotate the front cover down to the closed position. Close dirt cup/dust bag compartment door and press down gently until it locks into place. notE: the dust bag compartment door will not close without the dirt cup or a dust bag in place. 2. 3. Open the dirt cup/dust bag compartment by lifting up on the latch on the door on the front of the vacuum. [. . . ] Be sure to allow the entire dirt cup assembly to dry completely before replacing the dirt cup HEPA and foam filters. Cyclone Chamber Opening 3. 5. 12 www. bissell. com Troubleshooting vacuum cleaner won't run Possible causes 1. Vacuum cleaner is not plugged in Power button is not pressed down turn power off and disconnect plug from electrical outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting. Remedies 1. Press power button down WARnInG:electric shock, to reduce the risk of vacuum cleaner won't pick up or low suction Possible causes 1. [. . . ]