Cleaning And Replacing The Filters - Bissell SURFACESENSE PET 2817 Series Manual

Cleaning and Replacing the Filters

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Pre-Motor Filter
1.
Press the dirt tank release
button and pull away from
vacuum.
24h
4.
Clean with mild detergent,
rinse and squeeze all excess
water. Allow filters to dry
completely before reinserting.
Post-Motor Filter
1.
Pull tab up to access
post-motor filter.
Note: When reassembling, be sure to lock the filter back into place. The pleated filter may NOT be
washed. If dust/debris accumulates, gently tap the filter on the inside of a trash container.
WARNING
• Turn power switch OFF and disconnect polarized plug from electrical outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.
• Do not operate vacuum with damp or wet filters. Allow components to dry before reassembling the dirt tank.
2.
Twist tank cover to the
unlock position then pull up on
handle.
5.
Return pre-motor filters to
the top of the dirt tank. Place
the thick foam filter in last.
2.
Twist filter counter-
clockwise to unlock and
remove from vacuum.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock:
3.
Remove pre-motor filter
from top of dirt tank lid by
pulling out.
6.
Put tank cover back on and
twist to lock.
3.
Remove from vacuum.
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