Troubleshooting; Clearing Clog - Bissell PowerForce 47M6 Series User Manual

M
aintenance and care

Clearing clog

Low suction, poor pickup or no suction may be
due to a clog in the vacuum cleaner. If you notice
a change in the sound of the vacuum motor or a
reduction in the spinning action in the dirt
container, check for clogs.
1. Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet.
2. Empty dirt container.
3.
Check upper tank and
build up or clogs. Check to make sure
separator
is installed correctly. To unlock the
primary separator
toward the left. Pull straight down to remove. If
primary separator
the
into place, check and clear the tube in the
center of the dirt container and properly install
primary separator.
4. Remove the Twist 'n Snap hose from the
vacuum by turning to the left. Check the
suction inlet, hose and hose wand for clogs.
Remove any clogs from the hose using a
long, narrow object such as a broomstick.
5. Check the foot hose for clogs. If needed,
remove the screw attaching the hose wand
base to the vacuum. Straighten the foot hose
and unclog with a long, narrow object such
as a broomstick.
6. If the clog persists, follow the instructions for
checking the rotating floor brush on page 10
and inspect the air passageway for obstructions.
T
roubleshooting
Vacuum cleaner won't turn on
Possible causes
1. Power cord not firmly plugged in
Vacuum cleaner won't pick up dirt
Possible causes
1. Incorrect height adjustment
2. Hose not attached to suction opening
3. Twist 'n Snap hose not securely attached
4. Crack or hole in hose
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primary separator
for
primary
, grasp the rim and turn
is missing or not locked
Primary Separator
Suction Inlet
Hose
Wand Base
Air Passageway
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of electric
shock, turn power switch
OFF and disconnect plug
from electrical outlet before
performing maintenance or

troubleshooting.

Remedies
1. Check electrical plug
Remedies
1. Adjust powerfoot to correct height setting
2. Grasp Quick Release handle and firmly push
hose wand onto the suction opening.
3. Make sure Twist 'n Snap hose is snapped
into locked position
4. Check hose and replace if needed
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