Bissell BGU8000 User Manual page 10

MAINTENANCE
CLEARING A CLOGGED VACUUM CLEANER
WARNING: Unplug cord from elctrical outlet before servicing.
1.Unhook the bottom of the outer bag. Twist lower collar counterclockwise to slide up. Pull
the tube out of the base, and check if there are obstructions in the tube and the fan housing.
Remove the obstructions.
Also check O-ring on the tube, and replace if damaged.
POWER CORD AND STORAGE
1.Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle,
close a door on cord or pull cord around sharp edges
or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep
cord way from heated surfaces.
2.Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug,
grasp the plug, not the cord. Do not handle plug or
appliance with wet hands.
3.Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong
grounding type plugs and 3-pole cord connectors that
accept the plug from the product. Use only extension
cords that are intended for extra-hard service. These
extension cords are identified by a marking, such as
"SJT". Use only extension cords having an electrical
rating no less than the rating of the product. Do not
use damaged extension cords. Examine the extension
cord before using, and replace if damaged. Do not
damage the extension cord and do not pull on any
cord to disconnect.
4.Wind the cord around the upper and lower
cord hook when storing, and swivel the upper
cord hook to release the cord before using.
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O-ri O-ring
2.Remove the filter bag and check the
inlet nozzle for any obstructions.
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Fan housing
Inlet nozzle
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