Troubleshooting - Bissell POWERFORCE TURBO REWIND 1797 Series User Manual

Clearing a Clog
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Check the foot hose on
Remove the hose
the back of your vacuum
from the back of the
down towards the bottom.
vacuum by twisting
If necessary, remove the
it to the left. Remove
screw from the foot hose
any debris that may
and check for clogs.
have gotten clogged.

Troubleshooting

WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock, press power pedal o and disconnect plug from
electrical outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.
Problem Possible causes
Vacuum
Power cord not plugged in
cleaner
Blown fuse/tripped breaker
won't run
Dirt tank is full
Filter dirty
Hose not secure
Dirt tank not in place
Vacuum path clogged
Vacuum
cleaner won't
pick up dirt
Rotating power brush drive
belt broken
Drive belt stretched
Floor brush bristles worn
Floor brush jammed
Cord will not
Power cord is knotted or
retract
twisted
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Check the air passageway on
the bottom of your vacuum.
Remove the bottom cover and
the brush. Remove any debris.
Remedies
Check electrical plug
Check/replace fuse or reset breaker
Empty dirt tank
Check, remove debris or clean
Check to be sure hose is snapped into place at
both ends
Make sure dirt tank is completely inserted and
snapped into place
Visually check air passageway, hose inlet, and
hose for anything that might be obstructing the
vacuum path; carefully remove blockage
Replace drive belt
Check drive belt area and remove obstructions;
replace drive belt if necessary
Replace floor brush
Remove floor brush and clean debris from brush
and ends; check drive belt for any damage
Follow instructions on page 6