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- Page 1 Twin Power Dual Cyclonic B A G L E S S V A C U U M U S E R ’ S G U I D E 3 9 5 0 S E R I E S 2 2 0 - 2 4 0 V Safety Instructions Product View Assembly...
- Page 2 Your BISSELL vacuum is well made, and we back it with a limited one year warranty. We also stand behind it with a knowledgeable, dedicated Consumer Services department, so, should you ever have a problem, you’ll...
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Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
(spares may be obtained from Not intended for use by young children or infirm ■ your BIssell supplier). If for any reason the plug is cut persons without supervision. off, it must be disposed of, as it is an electric shock ■... -
Page 4: Product View
roduct view Ergonomic Loop Handle Quick Release ™ Cord Wrap Hose and Cord Clip Dusting Brush/ Upholstery Tool Power Cord Carry Handle Stretch Hose Crevice Tool Extension Wand Twist ‘n Pet TurboBrush ™ Snap ™ Curved Hose Hose Wand Power Switch Clean Filter Indicator Lower Hose Clip... -
Page 5: Attach Handle To Vacuum
caUtIon : ssembly Do not plug in your vacuum cleaner until the only tool you’ll need to assemble your you are familiar with vacuum cleaner is a phillips screwdriver. all instructions and Attach handle to vacuum operating procedures. 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... -
Page 6: Attach Vacuum Hose And Tools
ssembly Twist 'n Snap Hose 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. caUtIon: notE: the vacuum will not operate effectively unless the curved hose wand is firmly attached. before using your vacuum, make sure that the dirt 4. Slide the extension wand and crevice tool together into the storage clip. -
Page 7: Handle Positions
peration Handle positions press the handle release pedal, located on the lower left side of the vacuum, with your foot to place your vacuum into one of three cleaning positions. Upright – For storage and above floor cleaning with tools. normal cleaning – Press handle release Tip: pedal once. Position used for most household floor cleaning tasks. Before cleaning under low furniture, check low cleaning – With the vacuum in normal area first for objects that might harm the unit cleaning position, press handle release pedal... -
Page 8: Special On-Board Tools
peration Clean filter indicator The clean filter indicator tells you when the airflow in your vacuum is reduced due to dirty filters or a clog in the hose. The clean filter indicator will remain green while the unit is running until the airflow is Clean reduced by a clog or dirty filter. At that time, it begins Filter to change to red or black. When it is fully red, the Indicator airflow is significantly reduced or clogged by a dirty filter. Follow the steps on page 11 to clean your filters. All filters in the vacuum should be cleaned or replaced when the clean filter indicator turns red. notIcE: If the indicator turns black, it means you have a clog While vacuuming, certain carpets in your hose. To check and remove the clog, remove and low humidity conditions may the hose from the unit by turning the Twist ‘n Snap generate small static discharges. hose to the right. Try to visually locate the clog. Once the discharges are entirely you have done this, use a blunt long object such as a harmless and are not associated broom handle to loosen and remove the debris. Once this is completed, reassemble the hose to the unit,... -
Page 9: Power Cord Usage
peration crevice tool: Use in tight narrow spaces. Extension Wand: Use with desired attachment for a longer reach. curved hose Wand: Use with desired attachment for a longer reach or for cleaning hard to reach places. pet turbobrush ™ : (Select Models only) Use rotating brush action for cleaning and removing pet hair from stairs, upholstery, area rugs and other small areas. 1. Attach to the end of the hose or extension wand. 2. Pull toward you in a raking motion. Press gently when using the Pet TurboBrush to gain maximum notIcE: cleaning. Too much pressure could damage the pet hair grabbers or cause the brush to stop rotating. for above floor cleaning, the floor notE: this tool is designed to remove pet brush will continue to rotate but hair from upholstered or carpeted surfaces. -
Page 10: Maintenance And Care
aintenance and care to maximize your cleaning performance and extend the life of your vacuum, it is very W aRnInG: important that you empty your dirt container and check and clean your filters frequently. to reduce the risk of electric perform the following maintenance steps: shock, turn power switch off Empty the dirt container when the dirt reaches... - Page 11 aintenance and care cleaning the pre-motor filter and replacing the post-motor hEpa media filter Unplug the vacuum from electrical outlet. The pre-motor filter protects the motor from dirt particles. It is located in the Post-Motor slide out tray underneath the dirt HEPA container. If the filter becomes dirty, pull Media out the tray, lift out the foam filter pad Filter and clean it. notE: the pre-motor filter may be hand washed in cold water with mild detergent. Rinse well and air dry Washable thoroughly before replacing.
- Page 12 aintenance and care check rotating floor brush and drive belt you should check your vacuum cleaners W aRnInG: rotating floor brush and drive belt regularly for wear or damage. you should also clean to reduce the risk of injury the brush and brush ends of strings, hair from moving parts, turn and carpet fibers.
- Page 13 Motor Pulley brush in the space between the bristles. notE: It is important that you use only genuine bISSEll replacement belts. Generic belts may not meet the exact specifications required to keep your vacuum operating at its peak performance. the use of unbranded belts could lead to early failure of the vacuum and could void your warranty.
- Page 14 aintenance and care Maintaining Pet TurboBrush the pet turbobrush should be checked regularly for clogs or debris wrapping around the brush. 1. Unplug the vacuum from electrical outlet. 2. If a clog is present or debris is visible, unscrew the two screws on the back of the Pet TurboBrush to remove the faceplate and clear any obstructions. 3. To clean debris from the brush, remove the brush from the drive belt and clean debris. 4. Reposition the drive belt on the brush. Place ends of brush in slots on sides as shown. Reposition faceplate and secure with two screws. w w w . b i s s e l l . c o m...
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Page 15: Clearing Clogs
aintenance and care Clearing clogs Tip: low suction or poor pickup may be due to a clog in the vacuum cleaner. If you notice a change in Hair, string and small objects can block the sound of the motor, check for clogs. the vacuum hose or tools. - Page 16 aintenance and care cleaning the upper tank Grasp the inner cyclone and twist to the left or to the unlocked marking, until the locking tabs stop the rotation. Pull down from the upper tank to remove it. Wipe out the inside of the upper tank and the inner cyclone with a damp cloth moistened with water or a mild cleaning solution. If you desire to thoroughly clean the louvers located in the upper portion of the inner cyclone, hold the bottom of the cyclone and gently pull straight up on the louvers. The inner cyclone and louvers may be washed using a mild detergent. Be sure they are completely dry before reassembling or damage to your unit may result. Once cleaning is completed, reassemble the louvers over the inner cyclone by sliding it straight down on the top of the inner cyclone. Be sure to line up the tabs when reassembling for proper installation. To replace the inner cyclone, slide it into the upper housing. Be sure to line up the inner cyclone by having the marking (Front) positioned toward the front of the unit. Push the inner cyclone in and rotate it to the right or locked marking until the locking tabs stop the rotation. w w w . b i s s e l l . c o m...
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Page 17: Troubleshooting
. b i s s e l l . c o m... - Page 18 If your bISSEll product should require service: In the UK, Australia or New Zealand, call BIssell Consumer services at the numbers below and we will give you the location of a BIssell Authorized service Center in your area. for all other countries, contact your local in country distributor for questions, service, or repair.
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Page 19: Replacement Parts
eplacement parts Item part no. part name 32074 style 7/9/10/12/14 Drive Belt (2-Pack) 203-1297 headlight Bulb 203-1063 Crevice Tool 203-1228 Dusting Brush/Upholstery Tool 203-1399 Pet TurboBrush 203-1022 extension Wand 203-2303 Curved hose Wand 203-2304 Twist 'n snap Vacuum hose (clear) 203-2305 Wide Window foot Brush Roll (gray) 3290... -
Page 20: Limited One-Year Warranty
*eXCePTIoNs AND eXClUsIoNs identified below, BIssell homecare, Inc., will replace (with new or remanufactured components), at BIssell’s option, free of charge from the date of purchase by the original purchaser, for one year any defective or malfunctioning part do to manufacturers defect.