Bissell POWERCLEAN Multi Cyclonic 16N5 Series User Manual page 12

ntenance and care
Clearing clogs
Low suction or poor .pickup may
be due to a clog in the vacuum
cleaner. If. you notice a change in
the sound ot the motor or a
reduction in the spinning action in
the dirt container, checl_ for a clog.
If there is no suction or if suction is
reduced at the hose, follow these
steps to check far and clear the clog:
1. Turn power switch off.
2. Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet.
3. Check the pre-motor filter and clean
as necessary (see cleaning.your
pre-motor tilter on page /L)).
4. Check the HEPA filter cartridqe and
replace if necessary (see repTacinq
th_ HEPA filter cartridge on 'page "11).
5. Check to see if dirt container is full.
Empty if needed.
6. Remove lower portion of dirt contain-
er. Clean the screen and check center
tubes for dirt accumulation.
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8.
.
While dirt container is removed,
check dirt inlet for clogs.
Remove the hose from the cleaner by
pushing on the tab. Straighten the hose
and check for a clog.
Check diverter area at back of
machine for diverter position and
clogs. When the hose wand is
removed from the base, the diverter
should be up to the right. If a cloq is
visible near the diverter, the plastTc
cover may be removed to clear the
clog by removing the 3 screws as
shown (9b).
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of electric
shock, turn power switch off
and disconnect polarized
alua from electrical outlet
bef'6re performing
maintenance or
troubleshooting checks.
6,
7,
Dirt Inlet
8,
9b.
Diverter
_ot Hose
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