Troubleshooting - Bissell 3590 Series User Manual

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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 of the motor or a
reduction in the spinning action, check for clogs.
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Troubleshooting

Vacuum cleaner won't run.
Possible Causes
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Vacuum cleaner won't pick up dirt.
Possible Causes
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Place new Drive Belt over Motor Pulley and stretch other
end over Rotating Floor Brush in the space between
the bristles.
Place ends of Rotating Floor Brush down into slots on
sides as shown.
Turn Rotating Floor Brush by hand several times in the
direction of Motor Pulley. If properly installed, Drive Belt
will center itself on Rotating Brush crown.
Reposition Brush Cover and screws. Tighten
screws securely.
Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet.
Empty Dirt Container.
Check Upper Tank for build up or clogs.
Remove the Upper Tank and check the suction inlet for a clog.
Grasp the Quick Reach Handle and lift Hose Wand to
separate from the suction opening. Check for a clog in
the Base, the Wand or the Hose.
Remove the screw attaching the Hose Wand Base to the
vacuum. Straighten the Hose Wand Base and unclog
with long, narrow object.
If the clog persists, follow the instructions for Checking
the Rotating Floor Brush on page 9 and inspect the Air
Passageway for obstructions.
Power cord not firmly plugged in
Blown fuse or breaker
Incorrect Height Adjustment
Hose not attached to suction opening
Crack or hole in Hose
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury
from moving parts and/ or
electrical shock, turn Power
Switch OFF and disconnect
plug from electrical
outlet before performing
troubleshooting checks.
Remedies
Check electrical plug
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Check/replace fuse - Reset breaker
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Remedies
Adjust Powerfoot to correct height setting
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Grasp Quick Reach Handle and firmly push Hose
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Wand onto the suction opening
Check Hose and replace if needed
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Suction
Inlet
Air Passageway