Bissell POWEREDGE 81L2 Series User Manual page 8

Maintenance and Care
Clearing Clogs
Low suction or poor pickup may be due to
a clog in the Dirt Tank. If this occurs, follow
these steps to check for and clear clog.
1. Turn power OFF (O). Unplug unit from
electrical outlet.
2. Remove and empty Dirt Tank as previously
directed on page 6. While Dirt Tank is out
check Upper Tank for build up of clogs.
3. Remove Separator Grill as instructed on
page 6 and check suction inlet for clog.
4. Check foot for clog in air path.
Brush and Wiper Maintenance
Regularly check rear angle brush and front
wipers on the underside of the unit and
wipe any debris that has accumulated with
a damp cloth.
Thermal Motor Protection
An internal thermal protector has been
designed into your cleaner to protect it from
overheating. When the thermal protector
activates, the main vacuum motor will stop
operating. If this happens, proceed as follows.
1. Turn the cleaner OFF and unplug from
electrical outlet.
2. Check the cleaner for the source of
overheating problem (i.e. full Dirt Tank, dirty
filters or clog).
3. Fix the problem by following the steps in the
maintenance section of the user guide.
4. When the motor cools for approximately 30
minutes, the thermal protector automatically
resets and cleaning may continue. If the
cleaner will not turn on or the thermal
protector continues to activate, your cleaner
may need servicing. Call BISSELL Consumer
Services or visit the website.
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