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USER'S GUIDE 51C1 SERIES 220-240V Thank You Safety Instructions Product View Assembly Operations Maintenance and Care 8-12 Troubleshooting Replacement Parts Warranty Consumer Care...
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Your BISSELL vacuum is well made, and we back it with a limited one year warranty. We also stand behind it with a knowledgeable, dedicated Consumer Care department, so, should you ever have a problem, you’ll...
MpoRTanT SafETy InSTRucTIonS When using an electrical appliance, Young children should be supervised to ensure ■ basic precautions should be observed, that they do not play with the appliance. including the following: Remove plug from electrical outlet before ■ cleaning or maintaining the appliance. REad aLL If the supply cord is damaged, it must be ■...
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roduct view Handle Power Carry Switch Handle Cord Hook Contour Tool Upper Tank Cyclone Hose Holder Easy Empty Dirt Container Quick Release Cord Wrap Stretch Hose HEPA Media Lock ‘n Filter* & Foam Lever Seal ™ Motor Filter Power Cord Foot Crevice Window...
ssembly The only tool you’ll need to assemble your vacuum is a screwdriver. Attach handle to vacuum 1. Locate the vacuum handle and remove the screw packet taped to the handle. 2. Stand the vacuum upright and from the rear of the unit, slide the base of the handle firmly into the grooves at the top of the vacuum body.
perations Power Switch CAUTION: he power switch is located on the left side of the vacuum. Push the rocker switch Before using your vacuum, make sure that the dirt container is in “ON” (1) to vacuum, and “OFF” (0) when cleaning is complete.
perations NOTICE: Special tools While vacuuming, certain carpets Your vacuum is not only a powerful carpet and and low humidity conditions may rug vacuum cleaner, it’s also a versatile above generate small static discharges. floor vacuum cleaner when you select one of the The discharges are entirely harmless special tools.
aintenance and care To maximize your cleaning performance and extend the life of your vacuum, it is very WARNING: important that you empty your dirt container and check and clean your filters frequently. To reduce the risk of electric shock, Perform the following maintenance steps: turn power switch OFF and disconnect plug from electrical...
3. The thermal protector automatically resets after approximately one hour. If the thermal protector does not reset, call BISSELL Consumer Care. *The filter, media, not the vacuum as a whole, complies with the IEST-RP-CC001.5 HEPA Standard w w w . b i s s e l l . c o m...
aintenance and care Check rotating floor brush and drive belt You should check your vacuum cleaner’s rotating floor brush and drive belt regularly for wear or WARNING: damage. You should also clean the brush and brush ends of strings, hair and carpet fibers. This To reduce the risk of injury type of debris can wrap around the brush and from moving parts, turn...
NOTE: It is important that you use only genuine BISSELL replacement belts. Generic belts may not meet the exact specifications required to keep your vacuum operating at its peak performance.
aintenance and care Clearing clogs CAUTION: Low suction, poor pickup or no suction may be due to a clog in the vacuum cleaner. If you To reduce the risk of injury notice a change in the sound of the vacuum from moving parts, turn motor, check for clogs.
Other maintenance or service not included in the manual should be performed by an authorized service representative. Thank you for selecting a BISSELL product. Please do not return this product to the store. *The filter, media, not the vacuum as a whole, complies with the IEST-RP-CC001.5 HEPA Standard...
eplacement parts Item part no. part name 203-2166 Dirt Container 203-2165 Hose 203-2171 Foam Motor Filter 203-2172 HEPA Media Filter* 203-2164 Crevice Tool 203-1527 Dusting Brush/Upholstery Tool 203-1291 Pet Contour Tool™ *The filter, media, not the vacuum as a whole, complies with the IEST-RP-CC001.5 HEPA Standard w w w .
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User's Guide is not covered. BISSELL recommends that the original packaging be kept for the duration of the warranty period in case such need arises within the warranty period that the item need re-packing and transportation.
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ISSELL consumer care If your BISSELL product should require service: Call BISSELL Consumer Care at the numbers below and we will give you the location of a BISSELL Authorized Service Center in your area. If you have questions about your warranty or need replacement parts please contact the numbers below.
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