Easy Vac ™ Compact USER’S GUIDE 40N8, 35F3 SERIES 220-240v 3 Safety Instructions 4 Product View 5 Assembly 6-8 Operations 9-12 Maintenance and Care 13 Troubleshooting 14 Consumer Services 15 Replacement Parts 16 Warranty
Thanks for buying a BISSELL Easy Vac Compact Bagless Canister Vacuum We’re glad you purchased a BISSELL Easy Vac Compact bagless canister vacuum. Everything we know about floor care went into the design and construction of this complete, high-tech home cleaning system. Your BISSELL canister vacuum is well made, and we back it with a limited one year warranty.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be observed, including the following: Read all instructions before using your Canister VACUUM. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury: ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Use indoors only. For dry pick up only. Do not leave machine when it is plugged in. Do not use with damaged cord or plug.
Product view Handle Air Flow Regulator Extension Wands Dirt Cup Release Button Carry Handle Dirt Cup Filter Hose Connector Hose Emptying Button Easy Empty™ Dirt Cup Multi-Surface Floor Nozzle Combination Crevice Tool/Dusting Brush 4 www.bissell.com Brush Switch CAUTION: Do not plug in your vacuum until you are familiar with all instructions and operating procedures.
Assembly 1. Connect hose to vacuum by inserting hose connector on the end of the hose into the suction inlet. Make sure the hose is positioned so the tabs on the hose connector line up with the notches on the suction inlet. Once inserted into the suction inlet, turn counter clockwise to lock into place. 2. Attach extension wands section together by inserting into one another and twisting slightly to tighten. 3. Connect hose handle to the end of the extention wand and twist slightly to tighten. 4.
Operations Power cord The power cord is located at the rear of the vacuum. Gently pull out the power cord, watching for the yellow line. Stop pulling the power cord once the yellow line is visible. There is also a red line, which indicates the end of the usable cord. Do not pull the power cord out beyond the red line. Automatic Cord Rewind Button Automatic cord rewind Your vacuum is equipped with an automatic cord rewind.
Operations Tip: Special tools Your BISSELL Easy Vac Compact is not only a powerful carpet and rug vacuum cleaner, it’s also a versatile bare floor and above floor vacuum cleaner when you select one of the special tools. Floor nozzle: Use to vacuum carpets, rugs and bare floors. 1. Swivel head turns to get into tight spaces and fits under cabinets. 1. To vacuum carpets and rugs, push the brush switch to the carpet position . This will pull the brushes up into the floor nozzle. 2.
Operations Air flow regulator Open the air flow regulator by sliding the regulator down towards the extension wand to an open position. This will reduce the suction power for vacuuming delicate fabrics. For full suction power, close the air flow regulator by sliding the regulator up to the closed position. Tip: Use the air flow regulator to reduce air flow as needed when using the tools. 8 www.bissell.
Maintenance and care Emptying the dirt cup 2. Empty the dirt cup as soon as the dirt reaches the “FULL” lines on the sides of the dirt cup. 1. Unplug the vacuum from the electrical outlet. 2. Remove the hose by turning the hose connector counter clockwise and pulling it out from the suction inlet. Set hose aside. 3. Press the dirt cup release button on the carry handle and lift up to remove the dirt cup. 4. Choose an emptying method. Method #2 is recommended for allergy suffers.
Maintenance and care Cleaning the dirt cup filters Use only BISSELL replacement filters in your Easy Vac Compact. 1. Unplug the vacuum from the electrical outlet. 10 2. The dirt cup filters can be reached by removing the dirt cup from the vacuum, grasping the handle on the bottom of the dirt cup filter assembly and turning counter clockwise to unlock. Pull straight down to remove. 3. Remove the dirt cup filter screen by grasping the bottom of the filter frame base and pulling straight up. 4.
Maintenance and care Cleaning the pre-motor filter The pre-motor filter protects the motor from dirt and dust particles. Use only BISSELL replacement filters in your Easy Vac Compact. 1. Remove the dirt cup from the vacuum, following steps 1-3 of Emptying the dirt cup on page 9. 2. The pre-motor filter is located between the power button and the automatic cord rewind button. 3. The pre-motor filter can be hand washed in cold water with a mild detergent.
Maintenance and care Replacing the post-motor filter The post-motor filter assists in the filtration process to return cleaner air to the room. Use only BISSELL replacement filters in your Easy Vac Compact. 1. Unplug the vacuum from electrical outlet. 2. Remove the filter door (located on the back of the vacuum) by pushing down on the tab and pulling out and away from the vacuum. 3. The post-motor filter can be hand washed in cold water with a mild detergent.
Troubleshooting Vacuum cleaner won’t run WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, turn power OFF and disconnect plug from electrical outlet before performing maintenance or troubleshooting. Possible causes Remedies 1. Vacuum cleaner is not plugged in 1. Check electrical plug 2. Power button is not pressed down 2. Press power button down Vacuum cleaner won’t pick up or low suction Possible causes Remedies 1. Tools, hose and/or extension wands are blocked 1.
BISSELL Consumer Services If your BISSELL product should require service: In the UK, Australia or New Zealand, call BISSELL Consumer Services at the numbers below and we will give you the location of a BISSELL Authorized Service Center in your area. For all other countries, contact your local in country distributor for questions, service, or repair. If you have questions about your warranty or need replacement parts please contact the numbers below.
Replacement parts - BISSELL Easy Vac Compact Item 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Part No. Part Name 203-1531 Dirt Cup Filter Screen 203-1532 Dirt Cup Filter 203-1533 Dirt Cup Filter Frame Base 203-1534 Pre-Motor Filter 203-1535 Post-Motor Filter 203-1536 Floor Nozzle 203-1537 Hose with Handle 203-1538 Extension Wands (2) 203-1539 Combination Crevice Tool/Dusting Brush 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 www.bissell.
Warranty - BISSELL Easy Vac Compact This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from country to country. If you need additional instruction regarding this warranty or have questions regarding what it may cover, please contact BISSELL Consumer Services by telephone, or regular post as described below, or contact your local in country distributor. Limited One Year Warranty Subject to the *EXCEPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS identified below, BISSELL Homecare, Inc.
