Bissell 16981 Series User Manual page 16

Troubleshooting - continued
Dirtlifter ® PowerBrush
Possible Causes
Vacuum not picking up solution.
Possible Causes
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® does not turn.
The Brush Belt or Pump Belt
may be broken.
ReadyTools ™ switch may be at the
wrong setting for the cleaning job.
Drain cap may be missing or not
properly installed at back of
Tank-in-Tank. ™
Tank-in-Tank ™ lid is not
properly installed.
Tank-in-Tank ™ is not properly seated.
Poor tool position.
(Hand held attachments only).
Tank-in-Tank ™ has picked up
maximum dirty water.
Remedies
Turn the machine OFF and unplug from the
outlet. To check if a Brush Belt has broken,
you will need a flat head
Insert the blade end into the lower slot of the
Belt Access door to release the lower snap. If
necessary, insert the blade end into the upper
slot to release the upper snap. Examine for
belt breakage. The Brush Belt should be
visible, looped around the motor shaft.
If it is broken or missing, please refer to
Part Numbers and Descriptions on
page 17 before calling Consumer Services.
Complete installation instructions will
accompany the replacement belt.
Remedies
Set ReadyTools ™ switch to either Tools or
PreTreat or Floor Cleaning.
Remove Tank-in-Tank, ™ loosen and
re-tighten Drain Cap.
Re-install lid; refer to The Basics section.
Tank-in-Tank ™ must be firmly seated to
function; remove and reseat Tank-in-Tank.
Adjust angle; apply more downward pressure.
Empty Tank-in-Tank, ™ refer to
The Basics section.
screwdriver.
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