Operating instructions

Low suctbn or poorpUckupmaybedueto a dog
Unthe vacuumcleaner.UfyounotUcea changein
the soundof the motoror a reductbnUnthe
spUnnUngactbn, checkfor dogs,
Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet.
@Empty Dirt Container.
@ Check UpperTank for build up or clogs.
Removethe UpperTank and check the suction inlet for
v a clog.
Graspthe HoseGrip and lift to separate from the suction
_" opening. Check for a clog in the Base or the Hose
Releasethe Twist n' Snap hosefrom the vacuum Dy
turning to the left. Straightenthe hoseand unclog w_[na
long, narrow obiect.
If the clog persists, follow the instructions tot Checking
the Rotating Brush on page 11 and inspect the A[[
Passageway for obstructions.
AninternalthermaUprotectorhas beendesUgned
Untoyourcleanerto protectit from overheating.
Whenthe thermal protectoractivates,the main
vacuummotor will stop operating.Ufthus
happens,proceedasfollows:
OTurn the cleaner OFF(0) and unplug from
electrical outlet.
___Suction
,_ OperHng
Air Passagew
@Check the UpperTank area, Pre-Motor Filter and
Post-Motor Filter for dirt accumulation.
Refer to the "Clearing Clogs" section.
When the motor cools 1orapproximately 30
minutes, the thermal protector automatically
resets and cleaning may continue. Itthe therma
protector continues to activate after following _ne
above steps, your cleaner may need servicing. Call
BISSELLConsumer Services, or vis_![ne weos_re
Note: The thorma_ protector controls the main
vacuum motor on_y,not the brush motor, mfthe
therma_ protector activates, the brush will
continue to operate normally; however, there will
be no suction.
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