Clearing Clogs - Bissell Trilogy® Vacuum User Manual

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aintenance and care

clearing clogs

Low suction or poor pickup may be due to a
clog in the vacuum. If you notice a change in
the sound of the vacuum motor, check for clogs.
1. Turn power OFF. Unplug power cord from
electrical outlet.
2. Empty Dirt Container and check upper
tank for build up or clogs. If you notice a
clog in the upper tank, remove the inner
cyclone screen as instructed on page 10.
3. Check the pre-motor filter and clean
as necessary as instructed in Cleaning
Pre-Motor Filter section.
4. Check the post-motor filter and replace
if necessary as instructed in Replacing
Post-Motor Filter section. Please note that
the white, pleated post-motor filter is not
washable and must be replaced.
5. Grasp hose end and separate from hose
base located towards bottom of the
vacuum by the wheel. Check for a clog
in the hose or in hose base. If you notice
a clog in the base of the vacuum, remove
the screw at the top left of the hose base.
Lay the hose base flat and unclog with
a long, narrow object such as a broom
handle. Be sure to reassemble hose base
with screw before operating vacuum.
6. Remove the Twist 'n Snap hose end
from the vacuum by turning to the left.
Straighten the hose and unclog with
a long, narrow object such as a
broom handle.
7. If clog persists, follow instructions for
checking the rotating brush and drive belt
on page 12 and inspect air passageway
for obstructions.
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