Troubleshooting - Bissell 1617 SERIES TOTAL FLOORS User Manual

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible causes
Power cord not plugged in
Vacuum
cleaner won't
Blown fuse/tripped breaker
turn on
Incorrect height adjustment
Hose not attached to suction
opening
Crack or hole in hose
Broken or worn drive belt
Floor brush not spinning
Vacuum
cleaner won't
pick up dirt Rotating floor brush jammed
Clog in vacuum hose/foot/body
Dirt container full
Dirt container or upper tank not
installed properly
Filters are dirty
Crack or hole in hose
Clog in vacuum
Tools won't
Dirt container full
pick up dirt
Dirt container or upper tank not
installed properly
Filters are dirty
Vacuum cleaner
Incorrect height adjustment
is difficult to push
Dirt container full
Visible dirt
escaping from
Filters missing or installed
cleaner
incorrectly
Please do
not return
this product
to the store.
Other maintenance or service not included in the manual should be
performed by an authorized service representative.
Thank you for selecting a BISSELL product.
For any questions or concerns, BISSELL is happy to
be of service. Contact us directly at 1-800-237-7691.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock, turn power switch off
and disconnect polarized plug from electrical outlet before
performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.
Remedies
Check electrical plug
Check/replace household fuse or
reset breaker
Adjust powerfoot to correct height
setting
Grasp quick reach handle and firmly
push hose wand onto the suction
opening
Check hose and replace if needed
Replace drive belt, see page 12
Ensure brush is in the 'on' position,
see page 6
Remove brush and clean debris from
brush ends
Follow instructions on page 10 for
clearing clogs
Empty dirt container
Position correctly and lock in place
Check and clean pre-motor and
post-motor filters
Check hose and replace if needed
Follow instructions on page 10 for
clearing clogs
Empty dirt container
Position correctly and lock in place
Check and clean pre-motor and
post-motor filters
Adjust powerfoot to correct height
setting
Empty dirt container
Check pre-motor and post-motor
filters for correct installation
www.BISSELL.com
13